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Anna P.
Rosemount, MN
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, nurturing and responsible.
I like working with kids because I see the best in life through them. I have always loved being around children of all ages and stages. Being responsible for helping bring out the best in them is something I am passionate about.
I'm looking for a job this...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cynthia S.
Saint Paul, MN
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Healthcare Worker With A Desire To Support People Caring For Older Adults.
I have spent the past 20 years working with seniors in various capacities. I am very passionate about providing the very best care and attention to older adults. With my role as business owner, I have time to give back and find it really rewarding to spend time with older adults.
I'm looking for a job with older adults in a...
Cynthia can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Jessica G.
Saint Paul, MN
< $10/hr • 7 yrs exp
Animals Also Need Human Friends, I Like To Take Care Of Them And Be Able To Make Them Happy, Also
I am a very kind person, I really like animals, and I am very patient, I like them to feel happy and I like to walk them, I have had many animals and in my country I have 2 dogs and a cat, and I love being with them, I also miss them a lot
I'd describe my personality as kind, patience, friendly
I like working with animals...
Jessica can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring for animals is one of my best joys in life. I come from a family of pet lovers. So far, I've owned dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, a Guinea pig and one turtle. I'm currently raising a pup named Lucy! She is a Bully Bassett hound mix. I can help out with sitting, walking, bathing etc. in addition, I LOVE to play :)
Essence can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Colleen R.
Saint Paul, MN
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Colleen and I'm looking for pet-sitting or dog walking jobs! I've been on Care for about 4 years and I've done a lot of dog walking and pet sitting. I also have experience working with animals as a veterinary assistant where I get to help with appointments, care for animals, administer vaccines, medications, etc. I can...
Colleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Colleen was super polite, prompt, and showed a genuine care for my pets. I would hire her again if I still lived in the area!"
Daniel B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a love connection with all animals... and they also resignate with me... as a pet lover one knows how intuitive animals are. My last position was taking loving care of 2 large dogs with 2 teenagers while the Mom was out of town for a week. So it was like caring for 4 children... it was great and fun. We would go for walks...
Audrey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
3.0
"Polite and good with children, but had trouble with quality of work, time management and then ultimately did not show up three weeks in a row before I had to decide to hire someone else to help us. We wish her the best."
Katie D.
Ciara M.
Saint Paul, MN
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Always had dogs growing up! Currently have 2 cats and a dog. If your looking for someone to change the litter box, make sure they are fed and walking/playing with your dog... message me! I'm a stay at home mom for my 1-year-old so we are available any time of day to help in need!
Ciara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Ciara is such a wonderful person and babysitter! She is always on time. Our girls absolutely love Ciara. She is helpful and caring. I highly recommend her."
Amrita L.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Trish, mom to L. I live in St. Paul and would love to befriend you fur baby! I am happy to work with puppies as well. I believe in positive reinforcement and am very consistent. I also love a good snuggle.
Abigail M.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abby, I'm a practice manager and prior vet tech at an animal hospital, and I live in the highland park area. I absolutely love animals and it is a treat for me to be able to care for yours. Experience wise, I have personally owned a variety of pets such as dogs, cats, birds, fish, chickens, and ducks as well as...
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We interviewed Abby and she seemed very nice and dependable. Due to distance from our home we aren't able to hire her but if she were closer we definitely would have! "
Jasmine M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Amaris and I'm here to care for your pets when you're not around! Walks, play, meals and house-sitting are all options. I am also willing to provide pet transportation and help with errands and household upkeep while you're away. You let me know what you need and I can make it happen!
*Fully vaccinated and...
Amaris can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Amaris has been our house and cat sitter twice now when we've gone on extended vacations. We cannot recommend her enough! She is incredibly responsible, courteous, and dependable. She's great with our cat. He absolutely loves her! She followed all of our...
Keeley N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am very responsible and kind to all animals. We have a reliable car and are insured to 2. 5 million. I would love to walk your dog and play with your kitty.
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa took great care of our cat for a couple days we needed her. She did her research on how best to make him feel comfortable in her home along with her cat. She provided texts and pictures during his stay with her; that I appreciated! Would highly recommend...
Courtney H.
5.0
(3)
I love dogs (and other animals) and they love me! I will take care of your pet like it's my own and do everything required to make & keep your pet happy & content. I love to play with dogs either in the house, outside in the backyard, walking around town, and taking them through the local parks.
I've personally taken care of 2...
Joellen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Joellen is a kind and thoughtful person. Reliable and caring. Soft spoken and sensitive but not without opinions/beliefs. She can handle herself in any situation. She is funny and loves animals!"
BETHANY B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
While I don't have any formal training for caring for animals, I have been around them my whole life. My mother is a certified dog trainer and owns her own rescue so I have been fortunate enough to experience all types of dogs for a number of years. I believe that most of the time, dogs bad behavior is due to pent up energy, so...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Natalie has been our dog walker for the last year. She's AWESOME. Super reliable and punctual. Great communication skills. And, most importantly, she is great with our 70 lbs dog!! I highly recommend her and would be happy to speak with anyone who might be...
Keith W.
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 watched my 2 big male cats recently. She did a great job stopping in daily to check food & water, checked litter box & most importantly played with them. She kept in contact with me by text & sent pictures. I felt secure with her watching my babies."
Karen M.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Rachel. I'm a Cancer Care Health Educator by day, a publisher author, charitable board member, and fun loving caregiver for humans and animals. I'm 40, fun, reliable, responsible, own my own home, have a beloved 11. 5-year-old Golden Retriever/Cocker Spaniel mutt Greta who was a rescue. I love playing, walking and...
Rachel can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Rachel watched my dogs for a weekend. They were so well taken care of and loved like family. I got tons of pictures the entire weekend. They're both on meds and special diets and I knew that they were strictly adhered to. The pups just loved her, of course. It...
Lauren V.
5.0
(3)
For six months I would go and let my friend's puppy out, feed him, and then take him on a walk. I would basically spend an hour with him each day and try and tire him out. I have also lived with various dogs, and have three cats and some fish of my own.
Amalia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Amalia has stayed with my dog Louie several times while I am away. I always come back to a clean and tidy house, and--most importantly--Louie is a happy guy!
I know Amalia on a personal level as well, so I can speak to her character: she is responsible,...
Meredith H.
5.0
(3)
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 walking, daily feeding, dog training, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Savannah has been our go-to caregiver for our pets while we are away for the past 5 years- we are so happy to have met her! She sends lots of updates and it’s easy to tell that she truly enjoys working with animals and treats them with the most compassion. We...
Care member
5.0
(1)
My name is Juliann and I am interested in your dog sitting position. I just recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and I am new to the area. I am definitely a dog lover and have had dogs in my life since I was little. I also have experience in the past pet sitting both dogs and cats. I love staying active...
Julie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Julie is great with kids. She was able to develop a positive rapport with my child and at the same time hold her accountable for behavior and responsibilities. I would definitely hire her again!
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Lisa H.
Rachel G.
Hastings, MN
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Grew Up With Four Younger Sisters And Love Being Around And Working With Kids!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as detail oriented, hard working, and someone who enjoys having fun!
I like working with kids because I grew up with four younger sisters that I helped take care of and enjoy hanging out with and taking care of kids. I have been around kids of all ages my entire life.
In my spare time, I like to...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is very reliable, flexible: was willing and able to come early with very short notice! My kids absolutely love her and her communication with me is amazing!"
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Cottage Grove, MN
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.
Colleen R.
5.0
Colleen was super polite, prompt, and showed a genuine care for my pets. I would hire her again if I still lived in the area!
- Daniel B.
Audrey K.
3.0
Polite and good with children, but had trouble with quality of work, time management and then ultimately did not show up three weeks in a row before I had to decide to hire someone else to help us. We wish her the best.
- Katie D.
Ciara M.
5.0
Ciara is such a wonderful person and babysitter! She is always on time. Our girls absolutely love Ciara. She is helpful and caring. I highly recommend her.
- Amrita L.
Abigail M.
5.0
Abby took care of our four cats while we were on vacation and was very dependable. She sent texts and videos of them, which we loved, and even came for an extra visit when our flight home was delayed. We really appreciated her help and definitely recommend her!
- Brenda B.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Cottage Grove, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Cottage Grove, MN will cost you an average of $16.60 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of February 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Cottage Grove, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Cottage Grove or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Cottage Grove to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Cottage Grove, MN worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Cottage Grove, MN to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Cottage Grove, MN, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Cottage Grove, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Cottage Grove, MN that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.