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In my spare time, I enjoy biking and doing arts and crafts. I also love spending time with my dog.
Though I do not have any experience working with animals in a professional setting, I have a solid background in grooming and looking after dogs from not only my own dog, but also for other family members.
From my experience,...
Vivian can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
I've had a dog all my life and been a dog sitter for years. I love taking care of dogs, any dog is fine, big, small, active or calm. I've had experience with many different breeds.
Mikala can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Hi Mikala.. I am currently looking for an in-home sitter that would be able to stop by my home over the course of 3 weeks to have one hour dinner visits with my dog while I'm away at work. I was going to message you but I also don't want to pay $40 for that feature...
Relly K.
I love puppy/doggy kisses and cuddles. We have 3 dogs of our own and I foster for a local organization. I have extra time to offer pet sitting help
Sari can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Christina L.
Lakeville, MN
$10-20/hr
I love working with pets! I have 2 dogs, a snake, a gecko, and a bird of my own. I have been a pet sitter for my family members and friends multiple times as well.
Christina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Erin M.
Shakopee, MN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned golden retrievers all my life, and have cared for and trained three puppies. I love all types of dogs, and am used to walking, feeding, and playing with them. I have potty trained dogs, so I know how frequently younger dogs need to go outside. I know how to properly behave around animals, and I can also aid in basic...
Erin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Tori N.
Savage, MN
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been doing dog sitting gigs since middle school. I am a huge dog lover, and will treat your dogs with love.
Tori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kira M.
Shakopee, MN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey I'm Kira! I have 4 cat, 1 dog, 2 ducks and 1 bearded dragon. It's safe to say I have various animal experience.
I grew up with my mom (once a veterinarian) running an in home doggy day care. I grew up learning how to take care of animals. For the past 8 years, I've helped with walking, feeding, grooming and even cat...
Kira can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
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: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training, grooming & 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.
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: Grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, 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.
Marissa J.
Rosemount, MN
$12-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, my name is Marissa! I am currently 18 years old and attending college at the University of St Thomas, but my hometown is Rosemount! While I have lived with cats my whole life, I love all animals and would love to gain experience with any type. Along with experience with my own cats, I have experience dog sitting and...
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again."
Joel U.
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Colleen B.
Minneapolis, MN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages! Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Colleen can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home.
Charlee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Charlee did an EXCELLENT job with my dog while I was out of town. They coordinated with my parents to exchange the pup, sent me pictures when I asked, told me great stories, and my dog LOVED his time with Charlee. He has also helped with cleaning and did a...
Alyssa E.
5.0
(4)
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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.
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.
5.0
(6)
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 transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Heidi helped us with our two cats. She is dependable and a good communicator. I highly recommend her."
Orwa T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Annaliese. I have lots of experience as a cat sitter. While earning my college degree, I would house and cat sit for various teachers while they were away on sabbatical for many months. Also, Growing up in South Dakota, my family owned an ample amount of land, and with that came many pets. I have been taking...
Annaliese can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Annaliese is a great communicator and took care of everything just perfectly for us. We'll definitely hire her again! "
Michelle S.
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 transportation, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Traci cares for my dog and my daughter's dog when we are out of town. I know they are well cared for in our absence. Traci is very outgoing, reliable and a hard worker. She would do anything to help someone in need."
Candy C.
Katherine E.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Pet walking, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine & 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.
5.0
(6)
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: Pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking & 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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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Prior Lake, MN
Mikala S.
5.0
Hi Mikala.. I am currently looking for an in-home sitter that would be able to stop by my home over the course of 3 weeks to have one hour dinner visits with my dog while I'm away at work. I was going to message you but I also don't want to pay $40 for that feature on a site I'm not yet familiar...
- Relly K.
Claire B.
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.
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.
Marissa J.
5.0
Marissa was hired to walk our Dog. She did a great job and we would really like to have come again.
- Joel U.
Charlee G.
5.0
Charlee did an EXCELLENT job with my dog while I was out of town. They coordinated with my parents to exchange the pup, sent me pictures when I asked, told me great stories, and my dog LOVED his time with Charlee. He has also helped with cleaning and did a wonderful job with those tasks, including...
- Alyssa E.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Prior Lake, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Prior Lake, MN?
Dog sitters near you in Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, MN is $20.25.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Prior Lake, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Prior Lake, 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.