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5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been surrounded by animals my whole life. I grew up with many pets, have worked in a doggy day care, fostered dogs and I've been caring for other people's fur kids through my pet care company since 2005. I have experience with cats and dogs of many different breeds and temperaments. I am also familiar with some rodents...
Kris can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kris cleaned and did odd jobs around our house. I could not have been more happy with her and I have no doubt you will be too!"
Grace A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I had golden retrievers for 18 years while my children were growing up. 6 years ago, we acquired a Maine Coon Short hair cat. I have done dog and cat sitting for people as well as dog walking.
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We're happy to have Mary helping with our day to day needs. Mary is very positive and A. loves spending time with her."
Amy E.
Mary J.
Minneapolis, MN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Sitter, Pet Care, Daily Walks, In Home/ Boarding Care. Occasional And Last Minuet Needs.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Raised with both cats and dogs from young age into adulthood. Experience with large breed dogs. Own 3 cats and 1 Newfoundland dog since they were kittens and puppy.
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming & more
5.0
"absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking in with me daily. such a gem, I will be using her again in a heartbeat. HIGHLY recommend."
Jacquelyn K.
5.0
(1)
I am a very experienced in watching animals! I started pet-sitting when I was about 8, along with my big brother. We would walk the dogs, feed them, play with them and give them plenty of love. I still do all of this today when I watch dogs! I have also had experience watching cats, and small animals.
Laura can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Laura has proven herself to be a responsible and caring person, even helping our family out when we purchases a new puppy, and we needed someone to visit with him during the day. She has an amazing creativeness, which makes being around her fun and inspiring."
Bridget B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a large extent of knowledge when it comes to dogs. My training started back in 2016 when I became interested in dog walking. When the pandemic hit is when I really started to take my job serious. This is when I was able to start dog walking and sitting for people and their pets full time. I have taken multiple training...
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Loves all animals and grew up around lots of cats and dogs. Energetic person who has experience with lots of different kinds of animals.
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katie and I am a life-long animal lover. Besides caring for my family's dogs throughout my life, I have also dog-sat for neighbors and family friends since high school. I have traveled to houses to walk, play with, and feed dogs and I have also stayed at homes for several nights to be a constant companion. People I...
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!"
Christy H.
Allan M.
Minneapolis, MN
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professionally Insured And Bonded Pet Walker/Sitter Available
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been in animal rescue for almost 30 years, I am fully Bonded and Insured as a Professional Pet Sitter. I am an experienced foster parent. I was raised around dog and cats my whole life, including a lot my childhood spent with animals on my grandfather's farm, as a kid. I have 7 Cats of my own (that includes the fosters as...
Allan can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Allan is the best! He has become a member of our family as he provides the best care for our English Springer Spaniel, Penny. He loves her like his own and we trust Allan completely. Allan walks / plays with Penny almost every weekday while we are at work,...
Jessica C.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs and cats. I realize that for many people pets are like their children. I have experience walking & caring for large, medium and small dogs. I also provide excellent care for cats. I am dependable, honest and loving.
Becca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Becca is well...awesome. My dog went over and sat down next to her during the interview. He knows the word "Becca". He knows hungry, dog park and Becca."
Timothy L.
Andrew H.
Minneapolis, MN
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For 10+ years I have taken care of pets such as dogs, cats, fish, and even a pet pig. I am more than happy to pet sit and walk them for you while you are away. I love animals and I have a dog myself.
Andrew can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Andrew was great! Genuinely the best sitter we've had and definitely our go to from now on. He came and met my dogs beforehand. He was very punctual and treated them like his own. I can't recommend enough!"
Brittany B.
Marissa J.
Rosemount, MN
$12-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, my name is Marissa! I am currently 18 years old and attending college at the University of St Thomas, but my hometown is Rosemount! While I have lived with cats my whole life, I love all animals and would love to gain experience with any type. Along with experience with my own cats, I have experience dog sitting and...
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again."
Joel U.
Courtney W.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your home. I'm an experienced pet caretaker as I have 2 of my own, who are my pride and joy. Currently living here for a few months and miss having animals around! I love going for walks and teaching dogs tricks!
Courtney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
I've lived with dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals, and am responsible and punctual. I'll keep your pets fed, happy, and safe.
Hello! My name is Merideth, and I am a lifelong cat and dog owner who loves animals of all different breeds and personalities. I have about 10 years of paid pet sitter experience, which includes the care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds. I am a resident of the Whittier neighborhood in Minneapolis, and I am looking to fill up my...
Merideth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, My name is Amelia! I am going to be a sophomore in college hoping to get my bachelor's degree in exercise physiology with the intent of being a physical therapist. I'm a huge animal lover!! I have played basketball for my whole life, including college, so I love to get outside and throw the tennis ball or get active with my...
Amelia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alyssa W.
Rosemount, MN
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your home! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have experience pet sitting as well.
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Madelyn and I am a very patient, kind and reliable person! I have always loved animals and have three dogs myself. Over the past few years I have been pet sitting for neighbors and family friends and have always found a sense of joy from it! You can count on me to provide the necessary care and love for your fur...
Madelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Maud and I am an OB/GYN nurse but I should have been a veterinarian! I love animals and have two cats at home (Bug and Stuart). I've always had an animal in my home, whether it's a dog, fish or cat. I'm very reliable and loving and hope to connect on here!
I'm also trying to help teach my 6-year-old son about...
Maud can also help with: Pet walking
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. My love of working with dogs and cats started when I was 16 at my first job as a kennel attendant at doggy daycare. I'm currently working at a Vet Hospital full time and would like start shifting towards dog or cat sitting. With my animal background I am...
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi I'm Dakota! I am reliable and responsible pet sitter. I have two dogs of my own, Toby and Maggie.
Dakota can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in South Saint Paul, MN
Kris U.
5.0
Kris cleaned and did odd jobs around our house. I could not have been more happy with her and I have no doubt you will be too!
- Grace A.
Mary N.
5.0
We're happy to have Mary helping with our day to day needs. Mary is very positive and A. loves spending time with her.
- Amy E.
Mary J.
5.0
absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking in with me daily. such a gem, I will be using her again in a heartbeat. HIGHLY recommend.
- Jacquelyn K.
Laura B.
5.0
Laura has proven herself to be a responsible and caring person, even helping our family out when we purchases a new puppy, and we needed someone to visit with him during the day. She has an amazing creativeness, which makes being around her fun and inspiring.
- Bridget B.
Katie L.
5.0
Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!
- Christy H.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in South Saint Paul, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
Dog sitters near you in South Saint Paul, MN can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in South Saint Paul, MN to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in South Saint Paul, MN is $14.67.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, MN. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, MN we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, MN, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.