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Heather J.


Minnetonka, MN

$9-14/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Sitter With A Heart For Dogs

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With 10 years of experience as a pet sitter, I have a genuine passion for caring for dogs of all breeds. My current companion, Lucy, a spirited Labrador Retriever puppy, brings joy and inspiration to my work every day. I prioritize the well-being and happiness of every pet I care for, ensuring they receive the love and attention...
Heather can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sarah H.


Minnetonka, MN

$12-14/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sarah, I am 20 years old. I have 5 years of dog sitting and dog training experience. I worked at Country Club for 1 year.
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

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Renee M.


Minnetonka, MN

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced House/Pet Sitter

Hello, I am an experienced house/pet sitter. I have had many clients through the years, most of whom called me back again and again. I have taken care of all kinds of animals including: dogs, cats, ferrets, fish, birds, lizards, rabbits, rats, snakes, hamsters, frogs/turtles, etc. I love all animals with maybe the exception of...
Renee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding

Elise H.


Minnetonka, MN

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Animal-loving College Student

Hi! My name is Elise and I'm looking for pet sitting/walking jobs during my winter break (I'll be leaving first college January 22nd). I grew up with one dog and two cats. The dog was my best friend from the time I met her. I consider myself an equally cat and dog person. I have three cat-nieces and I absolutely love them...
Elise can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Heidi S.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Quality Care For Your Pets

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello to everyone looking for quality care for your pets. I am responsible and qualified and have been providing animal care for the past 4 years. I am also a licensed school social worker with 20 years of experience. I have done professional in-home pet sitting in the US, Canada and New Zealand. Both staying at the home and as...
Heidi can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Heidi is wonderful! She's my go-to pet sitter, and I have 3 dogs, 2 cats and a bearded dragon - she's very dependable, and she's super kind."

Kristina D.

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Donna H.


Minneapolis, MN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Female Dog Walker And Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Donna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"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 Donna puts out a measured amount of food for Figaro and removes the droppings from his litter box. The duration...

Jerry S.

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Becca A.


Hopkins, MN

$30-40/hr

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter

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: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training & more
5.0
"Becca is wonderful. She loves my dogs, and they love her. She walks them, brushes them & gives them treats. So glad I found her!"

Judy M.

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Mary J.


Minneapolis, MN

$16/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Grooming, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & 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.

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Madeline C.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-18/hr

Experienced Pet Sitter

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 transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Katherine E.


Minneapolis, MN

$16/hr6 yrs exp

I worked at "The Hound Dog Pet Hotel" for a summer in 2003. I fed, watered, played, and bathed dogs. I have also been a dog, bird, and cat sitter before. Doing the same basic animal care to make sure they are being fed/given water, kept clean, played with, and take care of animal waste. I have a dog of my own who will be 7 in...
Katherine can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
"I met Katie through the Italian Greyhound rescue group. She is a volunteer. And she owns (or is owned by) a delightful Italian Greyhound. She is a loving and caring person. She is very positive and outgoing. I would trust her with my family any time."

Bobbie L.

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Gabriela H.


Minneapolis, MN

$16/hr1 yrs exp

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 walking, pet sitting
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.

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Claire B.


Eden Prairie, MN

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Here To Care For Your Pets!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Claire and I have grown up with dogs since I got an Australian Shepherd at 4 years old. Since then I have lived with Black Labs, Chocolate Labs, and chihuahuas - I love them all! While I absolutely love dogs, my current lease doesn't allow me to own one. So I got into dog sitting! I have been...
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, dog training & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Claire has been a great dog sitter for us when we travel. We always come home to happy dogs and a well kept house. She always responds quickly, she's very dependable and has even helped us in a last minute pinch! I highly recommend Claire!"

Patti W.

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Kris U.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Available

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
"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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Eve C.


Wayzata, MN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Care Giver/walker

(As of October 21st, I am no longer taking clients for Pet Care). Thanks! I provide dog walking, pet sitting in your own home with drop in visits. I am an experienced pet sitter, a lover of all animals and I also volunteer at a animal shelter. I have experience with cats and dogs of all sizes and breeds. I look forward to...
Eve can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is incredibly invested in what she does. From her attention to detail, flexibility around our schedule and overall great attitude we felt like we were her number 1 priority. We have already asked her to come back multiple times and will continue to do so!"

Sam H.

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Claire P.


Minneapolis, MN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker, Pet Sitter, and Animal Lover Available

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: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Claire is awesome! She was so great with our dog and was super reliable! I highly recommend her!"

Denise S.

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Julia W.


Eden Prairie, MN

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had dogs of my own my entire life. I currently have a 1-year-old great pyrenees and two cats. I have experience dog sitting for my neighbors throughout my life as well. I have also worked at a dog groomers washing dogs. I will care for dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also care for cats. I am able to meet a variety of...
Julia can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Traci G.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter House Sitter

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: Boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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.

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Taylor B.


Eden Prairie, MN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I provide dog sitting both in your home and in my own. I'm an experienced pet owner myself and I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I am willing to provide baths, lots of snuggles, and administer medication. I consider myself to be somewhat of a dog medication whisperer :) I have always had big dogs who don't particularly care...
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I am available to pet sit! I currently own a dog and walk her everyday, and so taking dogs on walks is no problem for me. I am not allergic to any pets, and will give them all the love and attention they deserve!
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Minnetonka, MN

Heidi S.

5.0

Heidi is wonderful! She's my go-to pet sitter, and I have 3 dogs, 2 cats and a bearded dragon - she's very dependable, and she's super kind.

- Kristina D.

Donna H.

5.0

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 Donna puts out a measured amount of food for Figaro and removes the droppings from his litter box. The duration of my out of town trips has ranged...

- Jerry S.

Becca A.

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.

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.

Katherine E.

5.0

I met Katie through the Italian Greyhound rescue group. She is a volunteer. And she owns (or is owned by) a delightful Italian Greyhound. She is a loving and caring person. She is very positive and outgoing. I would trust her with my family any time.

- Bobbie L.

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