Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Minneapolis, MN
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212 dog sitters are listed in Minneapolis, MN
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Minneapolis, MN
I love animals and would be happy to provide dog sitting as well as dog walking! I have grown up with dogs my whole life and have taken care of many family friends animals. I love dogs of all sizes and ages!
Isabella can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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.
Darcia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
Gabriela H.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gaby and I provide pet sitting both in your home or/and in mine! I have around 1-2 years with pet sitting. I myself have a lab mix and love to be outside and play with pets of all kind however, my experience is mostly with cats and dogs. Let me know if I can be of any assistance!
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Gabby is a wonderful young lady. My dog really liked her! I would hire her again. I was very comfortable with her in my home."
Melissa W.
Hello!
Thank you for considering me for the dog sitting/walking needs of your family. I have experience taking care of my own family's dogs, as well as the dogs of friends, neighbors and clients. I absolute love pets, and consider them a part of a family. I have extensive experience with all ages of dogs, including medication...
Meara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Asha S.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a lover of all living things, so animals are also on my caregiving list of fun! I provide dog sitting in your home. I am a current dog owner of a Golden Retriever named Autumn and I also love to care for my Bearded Dragon, Charles in my classroom with my students. I love animals of all sizes, ages, and abilities. I can make...
Camille H.
Minneapolis, MN
$25-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
I previously have worked in doggy daycare and am a dog owner. I have experience with bathing, pet sitting and walking. I would love to see if I could be a good fit to help care for your furry family members!
Camille can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hello!
I am a pediatric RN by trade with extensive experience caring for humans of all ages (newborns- up). I have grown up around cats and dogs and would be happy to babysit/pet sit for any and all date nights, weekend getaways or last minute fill-ins! I'm happy to provide boarding at my home (0. 6 acre backyard in NE...
Randi can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Audrey D.
Minneapolis, MN
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have years of experience pet sitting for family friends and neighbors, I grew up caring for other pets! I currently have a betta fish, Phil, and a dog, Kona. I love any and all pets and love getting to meet and play with any fur babies that I can!
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Several years of experience as a pet owner and pet sitter for dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. Mother of three, grandmother of one, animal lover, very reliable and dependable.
Marie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, 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.
Liz R.
Minneapolis, MN
$16-21/hr
I love pets! I have had many growing up and have also pet sit for multiple animals, such as dogs, cats, fish, etc. I would love to watch your furry friend!
Liz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm 24 years old and grew up with dogs and cats. As an adult, I have my own miniature Australian shepherd that is very sweet and energetic. Looking for boarding/overnight pet sitting opportunities.
Sophie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I recently graduated from UWRF with a music education degree and am looking to pick up some jobs to make extra cash. I grew up with lots of animals and feel comfortable working with dogs and cats! Please let me know if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. :)
Rosalyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Claire can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Claire was great with our dogs. They were mellow when we came back from vacation. She even left a journal of her visits for us so we knew how each visit went. We will use Clarie again and recommend her to others whenever we can."
Jennifer J.
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, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding
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.
I've grown up with pets my whole life! We've had at least one dog since the day I was born, and typically had cats. I have experience with labs, Shih tzus, poodles, and mixes. I was a dog-walker and pet sitter for a cute little guy for over one year. :) I took him to all of his vet appointments and made sure that he took all of...
Talia can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Melanie T.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-25/hr
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love animals, especially dogs and cats, of all sizes and ages.
I have had pets my entire life and can't imagine life without their company.
Melissa C.
Minneapolis, MN
$18-20/hr
I provide dog sitting, pet walking and play time for any type of dog. I love to be around furry friends!
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Growing up, I was known as the dog walker of our family neighborhood. Into college and post-grad, I've still been the go-to friend to check in on everyone's furry pals while they are gone for a trip or even at work for the day!
Regan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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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: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kristin is simply wonderful. She was our family assistant helping with groceries, cooking, errands, house organization, etc. She is so happy to help, reliable, great communicator, efficient, and just a pleasure to work with. We loved getting to know her, trusted...
Ingrid C.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Minneapolis, MN
Gabriela H.
5.0
Gabby is a wonderful young lady. My dog really liked her! I would hire her again. I was very comfortable with her in my home.
- Melissa W.
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.
Claire P.
5.0
Claire is awesome! She was so great with our dog and was super reliable! I highly recommend her!
- Denise S.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Minneapolis, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Minneapolis, MN?
Dog sitters near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN is $17.18.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Minneapolis, 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.
Ratings for Minneapolis, MN dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Minneapolis, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 212 listed dog sitters.