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Dog sitters in South Saint Paul, MN
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding
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.
Andrew H.
Minneapolis, MN
$16-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For 10+ years I have taken care of pets such as dogs, cats, fish, and even a pet pig. I am more than happy to pet sit and walk them for you while you are away. I love animals and I have a dog myself.
Andrew can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Andrew was great! Genuinely the best sitter we've had and definitely our go to from now on. He came and met my dogs beforehand. He was very punctual and treated them like his own. I can't recommend enough!"
Brittany B.
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 walking, pet sitting, 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
(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: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
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.
Taylor B.
Eden Prairie, MN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Hello, I'm an experienced dog walker and sitter. I used to be a dog walker in Boston for a couple years, and have done almost a dozen long dog sitting gigs. I now have a toddler who loves dogs, and loves to play fetch. We are happy to board at clients homes. But if your expectation is to have your dog board at our house, just...
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Obviously love dogs, have a wire hair dachshund of my own, have spent over 7 years house sitting with dogs.
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Experienced pet sitter/dog walker. Growing up I was the person everyone in the neighborhood went to to watch their furry pals. As a dog and cat mom myself I know what they need and I work to make sure all pets feel cared for while their humans may be away.
Alex can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Savannah W.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Growing up dogs were always a key part to my house and family, and still are. I have been dog sitting and walking for a few years for family and friends, ranging in puppies to tea cup sized dogs, and 200 lbs fluff balls. I hope to hear from you!
Savannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 4 years of experience in professional pet care, starting with my job history in doggie daycare, boarding and grooming, as well as my current field of veterinary medicine. I've also had pets of my own in my family for years. I can help with Grooming, Pet Transportation, Dog Walking, Drop-in Visits, Administering...
Giovanna can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Alison O.
Hopkins, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a graduate student at UND in occupational therapy. I grew up with dogs and cats. I have experience dog sitting here in Grand Forks for families. I love animals and would love to help you out!
Alison can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Payton N.
Minneapolis, MN
$21-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and always have, I worked 2 years with dogs and cats along with some little critters at a local animal daycare, I understand dog and cat temperament and am really good at seeing how animals are going to react to different situations before they happen
Payton can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have two dogs that I absolutely adore! Taking care of them is something that brings much light to my day! :) I am more than happy to assist in dog sitting, walking, etc. alongside babysitting, or as a gig itself!
My dogs themselves are high maintenance, so pets with specific needs are no worries! I would love to help...
Ella can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
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
Barbara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Claire L.
Hopkins, MN
$9-14/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love animals of all kinds and I have tons of experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. I grew up with two Rhodesian Ridgebacks who are 90+ pounds each, so I'm comfortable with big dogs! I also have experience doing long-term pet sitting and walking for dogs as small as 5 pounds. I have experience with small animals, like...
Claire can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
My name is Sofia S. and I am a college student home for the summer.
I never had pets growing up, except for the occasional fish. However, I have took care of dogs and cats for family friends throughout high school.
I love animals because they are nice companions to have, and they are really stress-relievers. I love...
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I'm Kristy! I am a licensed esthetician by trade, who embraces a healthy lifestyle. Currently, I work two days a week and am seeking part-time hours caretaking. I'm a huge dog lover and enjoy nature! My mom moved in with me a year ago after her companion passed away. We spend our time crafting, healthy cooking, laughing, and...
Kristy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Curie P.
Minneapolis, MN
$10-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Curie and I'm a college student looking for little or big jobs that will help others while I'm taking a semester off from school.
I can do any type of sitting in sitters home, childcare from infants and up, dog walking, odd jobs, etc.
Curie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in South Saint Paul, MN
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.
Andrew H.
5.0
Andrew was great! Genuinely the best sitter we've had and definitely our go to from now on. He came and met my dogs beforehand. He was very punctual and treated them like his own. I can't recommend enough!
- Brittany B.
Mary N.
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.
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 South Saint Paul, MN
What service do dog sitters offer near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
Dog sitters near you in South Saint Paul, 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 South Saint Paul, MN?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in South Saint Paul, 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 South Saint Paul, MN is $17.25.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in South Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, 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 South Saint Paul, MN?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, 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 South Saint Paul, MN?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in South Saint Paul, 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.