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Ann R.

I Strive For Excellence

Minneapolis, MN

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
organization
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. I have several clients and looking to add a few more. I have daily clients, bi-weekly clients, monthly clients and some I have taken on for short term projects. I can walk dogs, do laundry and even make HelloFresh meals. My career has been in Human Resources as a recruiter, but that...

Care Member says "We had a great experience working with Ann. She is kind, thorough, and efficient. Her weekly help with our home has helped me keep my head above water...

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Melissa R.

Pet And House Sitting, Dog Walking

Minneapolis, MN

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have done occasional pet sitting for many years. I have a 70lb rescue pup which is my first dog that I dreamt of having since I was a kid! We were only allowed to have small pets growing up. I love meeting other family pets and getting love on them and care for their needs accordingly. Right now, I can only do...
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Isaac E.

Dog Walking

Minneapolis, MN

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Dog lover providing top-notch care and joyful walks. Experienced, reliable, committed to getting your dog the love it needs!
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Mary J.

Dog And Cat Sitter, Pet Care, Daily Walks, In Home/ Boarding Care. Occasional And Last Minuet Needs.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
Hello! I love animals! I grew up with both cats and dogs and now in my adult life, have 2 cats, 1 large breed dog, and a parakeet. I do have experience with administering oral and injectable medication to both cats and dogs. My professional experience is in healthcare as a Registered Nurse. I look forward to hearing from you!

Jacquelyn K. says "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...

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Darcia E.

Pet Care (Dog Bathroom Breaks, And Walking, And More)

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hi, I work as a nurse, M-F 8-5. I live in a condo, and don't have any pets of my own. I enjoy dogs very much, and always wanted one growing up. I can dog sit at times, or take your dog out for a walk, and a bathroom break during the day, on a week end.
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Kristiana H.

BIG Animal Lover: Pet Care/House Sitting/Dog Sitting-Walking-Training

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
Hi, I LOVE animals of all kind, but most especially dogs. I have experience training and showing dogs, and I have adopted many rescue animals who went from timid or unruly to happy well-mannered family members. If you need help with your pets or your home, let me know. I can come to you, or you can bring your pet here for...
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Merielle T.

Pet Walking And Dog Sitting!

Minneapolis, MN

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Merielle and I'm an 18-year-old pre nursing student at North Hennepin. I am currently a CNA working in a memory care facility. Outside of school and work, I LOVE to spend time with animals. I have a dog and have lived with cats, so even though I'm not professionally trained or certified, I consider myself to be well...
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Margot P.

Pet Sitting, Walking, Watching, Playing, Loving

Minneapolis, MN

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
My first job was as a dog walker/pet sitter and I have been doing it ever since, 10 years later. I have experience with every kind of rascal there is and am quick on my feet to notice the signs of anything about to go awry. I can assure you that my service will come with the utmost unconditional love and attentiveness... and 10...
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Evie M.

Part Time Pet Care Taker - Walks, Overnight Petsitting

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover and have always been a responsible pet owner. For my entire life, I have been surrounded by dogs and cats and have thorough experience in dog walking and general pet care. I am very trustworthy and accountable, and I can guarantee that I'll make the safety of your beloved pet my #1 priority.
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Barbara A.

Pet Sitter And Walking

Minneapolis, MN

from
$25/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Barbara I'm 26 years old and I'm a dentist from Brazil. I love pets, specially cats and dogs and I have a experience walking them! Please get in touch if you need any help
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Taylor S.

I Love Animals And I'm A Fun Sitter I Love Going Out For Walks

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
hello! I would love the opportunity to help out ! I have a dog of my own and I love working with animals
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Claire P.

Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, and Animal Lover Available

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
grooming
I have loved all animals since I was very young, and believe our fuzzy friends are very important members of families. Having dogs and cats of my own, I understand wanting someone to care as much about their pet as they do. I would treat your pets as well as I treat my own, whether it be for walks or watching your animals while...

Denise S. says "Claire is awesome! She was so great with our dog and was super reliable! I highly recommend her!"

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Kris U.

Experienced Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Available

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Grace A. says "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!"

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Natalie G.

Best Dog Walker Ever!

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
Pet walking
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...

Keith W. says "Natalie has been our dog walker for the last year. She's AWESOME. Super reliable and punctual. Great communication skills. And, most importantly, she...

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Donna H.

Female Dog Walker And Sitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I provide dog walking and sitting in your home. I understand how difficult it can be walking your dog when you are at work all day. I love animals! At this time I have a cat and two birds, but would like the opportunity to be around dogs. I had a Keeshond for 13 years when I was younger. Unfortunately, he died. I was living in...

Jerry S. says "I have hired Donna four times in the last two years to care for my cat, Figaro, in my home. Figaro is a six-year old male. Each day when I am out of town...

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Emma G.

Active Dog Walker

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My Name is Emma, I recently relocated to Minneapolis and am looking for a dog walking job. I studied education in college for 2 years, and worked in a dog daycare for a while. I must admit, however, that most of my experience has been with my own dog. I had Labradors growing up, and spent most of my adult life adventuring with...
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Maria S.

Enthusiastic Dog Lover

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I am a sophomore at UMN. Right now I have an 9-year-old poodle, as well as a 4-year-old Chihuahua mix who only has three legs. As well as my own pets, I have volunteered at a dog rescue and pet sat for many families! I love playing with dogs and giving them a lot of love. Seeing the way dogs thrive when exercising or playing...
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Teddi E.

Minneapolis Dog Lover

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Teddi and I have a passion for dogs. I have a mini aussiedoodle of my own & have loved getting to know other dogs in my community. I work remotely so my schedule is very flexible to walk dogs throughout the day. I am interesting in finding dog walking duties throughout the week. I would love to learn more...
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Erin A.

Dog Lover

Minneapolis, MN

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I am a dog lover who is available to do pet sitting. I had my last dog for 16 years . I am available to do pet sitting for weekends or vacations. Also dog walking in the summer.
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Hailey K.

They Say A Dog Is A Man's Best Friend, But I'm A Woman

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with pet sitting, walking and transportation. I have babysat animals(and children) for years and I promise you're babies will be in the best hands.
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  • 258 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.74/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 4.9

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Minneapolis, MN

Dog Walkers in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 258 listed dog walkers

Ann R.

We had a great experience working with Ann. She is kind, thorough, and efficient. Her weekly help with our home has helped me keep my head...

- Care member

Mary J.

absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking...

- Jacquelyn K.

Claire P.

Claire is awesome! She was so great with our dog and was super reliable! I highly recommend her!

- Denise S.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Minneapolis, MN

A local dog walker near you in Minneapolis, MN will cost you an average of $17.74 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 258 dog walkers offering services in Minneapolis, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

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 Minneapolis, MN to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Minneapolis, 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.

On Care.com, there are currently 258 dog walkers near you in Minneapolis, 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.

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