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Ricardo N.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have plenty of experience caring for and walking dogs. I've been a dog owner my entire life and I volunteer at the local animal shelter once a week, which has given me lots of hands-on time with different breeds and sizes of dogs. I also have experience as a pet sitter and dog walker for friends and family members when they...
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Mikayla C.
Lakeville, MN
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Graduated In Spring Of 2022, From Apple Valley High School Psychology Student At UMD
Hi!
My name is Mikayla. I am 19 years old and graduated from Apple Valley High School in spring of 2022. I am now a full time student at the University of Minnesota Duluth, double majoring in Psychology and Cognitive science. I was also a Nanny for the mornings to a wonderful family, than I worked at pumpkin patch daycare in...
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Mary is awesome with pets, kids and seniors. She has helped me several times over the years, even with short notice. She is caring, empathetic and will come to your house no matter the weather; which has been a lifesaver for me."
Erin B.
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 sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & 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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had multiple dogs and cats in my house for as long as I can remember! I absolutely love animals! I work from home so I have no issue going to your house. I am okay with dogs and cats of any size and age. I have no problem taking them on walks and playing with them. I can also do some light grooming if you would like and I...
Kyrstin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Abigail M.
Saint Paul, MN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abby, I'm a practice manager and prior vet tech at an animal hospital, and I live in the highland park area. I absolutely love animals and it is a treat for me to be able to care for yours. Experience wise, I have personally owned a variety of pets such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, chickens, and ducks as well as...
Abigail can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Abby took care of our four cats while we were on vacation and was very dependable. She sent texts and videos of them, which we loved, and even came for an extra visit when our flight home was delayed. We really appreciated her help and definitely recommend her!"
Brenda B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
While I don't have any formal training for caring for animals, I have been around them my whole life. My mother is a certified dog trainer and owns her own rescue so I have been fortunate enough to experience all types of dogs for a number of years. I believe that most of the time, dogs bad behavior is due to pent up energy, so...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Natalie has been our dog walker for the last year. She's AWESOME. Super reliable and punctual. Great communication skills. And, most importantly, she is great with our 70 lbs dog!! I highly recommend her and would be happy to speak with anyone who might be...
Keith W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a love connection with all animals... and they also resignate with me... as a pet lover one knows how intuitive animals are. My last position was taking loving care of 2 large dogs with 2 teenagers while the Mom was out of town for a week. So it was like caring for 4 children... it was great and fun. We would go for walks...
Audrey can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
3.0
"Polite and good with children, but had trouble with quality of work, time management and then ultimately did not show up three weeks in a row before I had to decide to hire someone else to help us. We wish her the best."
Katie D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had all kinds of animals growing up, from the general dog/cats, to ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, snakes (not my favorite), turtles, bearded dragon, and other amphibians and lizards. We have one pet now, a springer spaniel. I have walked dogs, which included giving medication, feeding and playing with the dogs. And...
Sandy can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Sandy watched my 2 big male cats recently. She did a great job stopping in daily to check food & water, checked litter box & most importantly played with them. She kept in contact with me by text & sent pictures. I felt secure with her watching my babies."
Karen M.
Sally H.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a variety of pets and I love caring for them. I am very interested in dog walking, since I love going on walks myself.
Sally can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a pet owner myself, a one black cat named Viola. I have experience caring for both cats and dogs-walking them, feeding them, playing with them, and if needed, administering medication. I love cats and dogs of all sizes and ages! I am a great choice for a one-time or regular fur baby sitter!
Sarah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Curie P.
Minneapolis, MN
$10-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Curie and I'm a college student looking for little or big jobs that will help others while I'm taking a semester off from school.
I can do any type of sitting in sitters home, childcare from infants and up, dog walking, odd jobs, etc.
Curie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hanna W.
Saint Paul, MN
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I grew up with dogs all my life, over the years me and my family have had 9 dogs, 3 cats and 3 fish. I have dog and cat sat for friends and family for the last three years. I have experience in reptile sitting for the last 2 years, which include bearded dragons, chameleons, geckos, snakes and other small animals such as frogs,...
Hanna can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am a freshman at the University of Minnesota. I have three prior years of pet sitting, including fish, a guinea pig, dogs, and cats. I have experience house sitting, petsitting, and dog boarding. I would love to dog walk, dog sit, and cat sit. Feel free to reach out!
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting
Hi, I'm Abbie!(: I provide services such as dog walking, Drop-in vists to your house, and dog/house sitting. I currently have a 1-year-old mini Bernedoodle, but have been taking care of multiple family dogs since I was 7 years old. I have provided reliable care to multiple friends and families for approximately 5 years. I am...
Abbie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Hello, my name is Jamie and I'm a stay at home mom with two girls, 15 and 10 and we have 3 cats also. We love animals and I have watched cats and dogs before, and I love them both! I have references for cat sitting and dog sitting if needed, and even chicken sitting! lol! I'm available for dog walks/drop ins (or cat!) throughout...
Jamie can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Annafaye R.
Northfield, MN
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I grew up watching and walking dogs quite often. I love dogs of all sizes and breeds, and I'd love to watch your dog(s)!
Emily S.
Minneapolis, MN
$16-33/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my name is Emily, I've grown up around animals my whole life. I have 3 dogs and a cat as of right now who I care for. I bring my dogs on walks and to the the dog park regularly.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Chloe N.
Burnsville, MN
$8-14/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I recently moved here from Madison and I'm looking for some semi permanent jobs to help! I can walk dogs or dog sit between my class schedule!
Julia D.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been watching my neighbors dogs for the past four years. This has included taking their dogs on walks and staying over at their house to keep the dogs company. I have also cared for birds, which I love doing too.
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Farmington, MN
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.
Abigail M.
5.0
Abby took care of our four cats while we were on vacation and was very dependable. She sent texts and videos of them, which we loved, and even came for an extra visit when our flight home was delayed. We really appreciated her help and definitely recommend her!
- Brenda B.
Natalie G.
5.0
Natalie has been our dog walker for the last year. She's AWESOME. Super reliable and punctual. Great communication skills. And, most importantly, she is great with our 70 lbs dog!! I highly recommend her and would be happy to speak with anyone who might be interested in hiring her.
- Keith W.
Audrey K.
3.0
Polite and good with children, but had trouble with quality of work, time management and then ultimately did not show up three weeks in a row before I had to decide to hire someone else to help us. We wish her the best.
- Katie D.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Farmington, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Farmington, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Farmington, MN will cost you an average of $10.60 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Farmington, MN?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Farmington, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Farmington or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Farmington to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Farmington, MN worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Farmington, MN to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Farmington, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Farmington, MN, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Farmington, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Farmington, MN that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.