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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to meet you and your pet! Dog and cats are my speciality. Message me for dog walking, pet sitting in home or more!
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi my name is Mia, I am a lover of all animals! I have 3 kitties at home, Poo, Pearl and Salem. In my free time I ride horses, love being out in nature, and traveling. I am specifically looking for either dog/cat sitting or dog walking during free spaces in my week. I am very excited to spend some time with your furry family...
Hi I'm Khloe and I love animals. I have 2 large dogs and 2 cats. So I'm very comfortable walking, letting out, and dog sitting.
Khloe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Here to make life easier! I understand that kids and pets are integral parts of your family, and I'm happy to take care of them to put your mind at ease.
Anna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
4 years experience caring for dogs of all breeds and ages! I can travel to your home or they can come to mine so I and care for your furry friend! I will meet the needs of your pets and make sure they are well taken care of and are safe!
Anna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Anesha G.
Saint Paul, MN
$9-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always had a dog when I was growing up and my love for them has grown so much. I have cared for family and friend's pets as well. I do enjoy the comfort of animals and they are all so cute!
I'd describe my personality as adventurous, compassionate, and kind
I like working with animals because I would love to care for...
Anesha can also help with: Pet sitting
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
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home or mine if necessary. Very flexible schedule. Long time pet owner, dogs, cats, fish. 10+ years experience pet sitting. Love dogs of all sizes and temperaments, cats, rodents, mammals in general. :)
Traci can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Traci G. is a family friend, but she has also helped us out with pet siting on numerous occasions. She is an animal lover and the animals love her. Traci has had access to our home which gives us the ability to enjoy ourselves when we travel knowing if there is...
Verla B.
5.0
(1)
Northern California native and empathic animal admirer/nature troll prepared to assist with your pet needs in any way I can. My experience is limited to cats and dogs but I'm open to caring for other creatures too.
Uri can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Uri has been a great help to our busy family. He takes our dog Charlie on longs walks every day. He has quickly become one of Charlie's favorites! He is dependable and reliable and would highly recommend his services."
Joaquin P.
Joanna F.
Saint Paul, MN
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Dog Sitter/ Walker With Flexible Availability
5.0
(2)
I've always had a dog in my life since I was in diapers. I love dogs and they love me. throughout my childhood, I learned responsibility by caring for our family pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, turtles, fish, hermit crabs, and more. In addition to that I earned the role as a family babysitter as I got older and took classes...
Joanna can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Very respectful and responsible. Great attitude and my dog was very happy when I came home"
Melissa D.
Mary J.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Sitter, Pet Care, Daily Walks, In Home/ Boarding Care. Occasional And Last Minuet Needs.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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!
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet walking & 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 2 families in your neighborhood
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, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Jamie was a really helpful, professional sitter for my bunny, Energizer. She came over a few times a day to check on her, feed her, and give her some affection. She also texted updates and was timely and attentive to details. It was nice to have an experienced mom...
Care member
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Savannah (or Sav for short!) and I've worked in pet care for 10 years resulting in thousands of competed walks and dozens of sittings- and I love what I do! I also am the dog mom of a spunky 9-year-old German Shepard mix.
I understand the need for detailed and compassionate care, especially in the winter...
Savannah can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, daily feeding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Savannah has saved the day for me multiple times when I’ve had to go out of town last minute. My Aussie is so happy with Savannah and I always know she is in good hands! Great with high energy and reactive dogs. She is so thoughtful and helps bring in packages or...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 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: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her again. Thank you Sandy!"
Carla M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lily W. I am an active pet owner myself, I have 2 young kittens, and 1 big, happy, yellow lab. I have 2 years of paid experience as a dog walker, so I have worked with all kinds of dogs. I understand that all pets require patience, love, and attention.
I also have paid experience pet sitting guinea pigs, fish,...
Lily can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Charlie W.
Saint Paul, MN
$9-13/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Charlie from Eagan, MN. I am currently a 1st year college student at the University of Denver - but will be home this summer and the month of December. I have always had a love of dogs - my fav breed being newfoundlands of course :) I have worked at a doggy day care, and have had experience sitting a cat and dogs...
Charlie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"The Best Dog Sitter ever!!! You can tell she loves dogs so much. She was so kind and gentle with our two Corgis. She kept them well exercised and loved while we went on a trip. Absolutely was a pleasure having Charlie dog sit for us. Will definitely be hiring...
Gavin M.
Fiona C.
Saint Paul, MN
$10-20/hr
I am currently working as a caregiver, a job that I enjoy very much. I would like to expand my work experience to pet sitting because of my love of animals. I have always had dogs and cats in my life and am now an aquarium enthusiast with a 30 gallon tank and 5 fantail and oranda goldfish. I am reliable, honest, kind,...
Fiona can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Patricia P.
Minneapolis, MN
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a pet sitter and also board. I only care for dogs under 20 pounds. We have plenty of green areas and parks close and always stay in communication with you.
Patricia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I had 2 dogs when I was growing up as well as a cat. I am very comfortable around all pets, and have no allergies. I love going on walks, visiting the park or just hanging out with pets. I was a pet sitter for my aunts 2 Great Danes so I can handle big dogs. I was also a pet sitter for my roommates cat for months on end. I love...
Sammie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Farmington, MN
Traci G.
5.0
Traci took care of my dog better than I did - including managing his medicine and giving injections. She is an enthusiastic pet lover and very reliable.
- Amy W.
Uri H.
5.0
Uri has been a great help to our busy family. He takes our dog Charlie on longs walks every day. He has quickly become one of Charlie's favorites! He is dependable and reliable and would highly recommend his services.
- Joaquin P.
Joanna F.
5.0
Very respectful and responsible. Great attitude and my dog was very happy when I came home
- Melissa D.
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.
Jamie G.
5.0
Jamie was a really helpful, professional sitter for my bunny, Energizer. She came over a few times a day to check on her, feed her, and give her some affection. She also texted updates and was timely and attentive to details. It was nice to have an experienced mom look after my Bun. Will be booking...
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Farmington, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Farmington, MN?
Dog sitters near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, MN is $15.80.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Farmington, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Farmington, 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 Farmington, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Farmington, 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.