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60 dog walkers are listed in Hopkins, MN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Hopkins, MN
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Katie and I am a life-long animal lover. Besides caring for my family's dogs throughout my life, I have also dog-sat for neighbors and family friends since high school. I have traveled to houses to walk, play with, and feed dogs and I have also stayed at homes for several nights to be a constant companion. People I...
Katie can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!"
Christy H.
Andrew H.
Minneapolis, MN
$12-17/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
(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: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, boarding, grooming, pet transportation & 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.
5.0
(1)
I am a very experienced in watching animals! I started pet-sitting when I was about 8, along with my big brother. We would walk the dogs, feed them, play with them and give them plenty of love. I still do all of this today when I watch dogs! I have also had experience watching cats, and small animals.
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Laura has proven herself to be a responsible and caring person, even helping our family out when we purchases a new puppy, and we needed someone to visit with him during the day. She has an amazing creativeness, which makes being around her fun and inspiring."
Bridget B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up with dogs and cats in the house my entire life. Experience with walking, feeding, brushing, bathing, and loving animals.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! My name is Alena, and I love animals!!!!
I have experience caring for dogs and cats, and have been house sitting for the past 3 years. I love playing, walking, cuddling, and loving on them all day.
Thank you for the opportunity!! Hope to hear from you soon!
Alena
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!
"
Lisa H.
5.0
(2)
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thanks for checking out my profile.
I have several clients and looking to add a few more. I have daily clients, bi-weekly clients, monthly clients and some I have taken on for short term projects. I can walk dogs, do laundry and even make HelloFresh meals.
My career has been in Human Resources as a recruiter, but that...
Ann can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Ann has been cleaning my vacation home since June 1, 2018. She has been incredibly flexible as the cleaning schedule is different every week. She does all the house cleaning, luau dry and bed making. Communication is great, she will call or text about any issues...
Jennifer H.
Alexcia M.
Minneapolis, MN
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Alexcia im a let lover with 2 dogs a 8-year-old pitbull and a 10 month of german shepard husky mix! I also have 5 rabbits, 4 small pets and 4 reptiles! So I have a lot of experience with many pets! I have been walking dogs for 2 years and sitting for 1year! If this sounds like a good fit feel free to reach out!
Alexcia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"She's really helpful and caring for kids and pets! She has a lot of experience with both kids and all types of pets I highly recommend her!!!"
Daniel L.
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, dog training
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
(1)
I am an animal and kid loving mom with a college education and many references. I am dependable and flexible. I can walk, feed and let your pets out. Let me know your needs and I'll help. Thanks
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sue came into our lives after we got a brand new Golden Retriever puppy. My husband and I both work full time so we needed someone to help us during the day with feeding and letting the puppy out. The amount of help she provided with us was amazing. She went above...
Jennifer R.
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Bailey. I'm 23, a dog mom to two, a big sister, an auntie, and a wife! My husband and I have been married since October 2021. I have grown up around kids my entire life- my mom worked at a daycare when I was young, I have 3 younger brothers and many cousins, and LOTS of my friends have babies. I started...
Bailey can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Bailey is hands down one of the best around, a true gem! She nannied for my daughter from the age of 2-5, both full time and part time. My daughter genuinely loves her, as do I - she is considered family. They still have a relationship to this day, my daughter is...
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Natalie M.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-25/hr
I am an animal lover that has lots of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I had two dog walking jobs throughout college at UCLA. I have two golden retrievers at my parent's home and miss them lots so would love to have some other animals in my life!
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi there, I'm Joy! I love animals and am available for pet sitting of all kinds and dog-walking. I am a cat owner and have experience pet-sitting and dog walking for 5 different families. I have experience and am comfortable with large dogs, reactive dogs, and administering medication.
I am especially interested in...
Joy can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Mary and I am 26 years old. I love animals and have always loved to care for them. Previously I have done house and animal sitting for family friends eat. I do dog walking and pet care! but am also looking for more opportunities through here.
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, 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 sitting, pet walking
My name is Kat!! I'm very nurturing and have a positive outlook on life. The outdoors is my safe space.
My very first job when I was 15 was at a dog kennel and a couple years after that I worked at another!! In college I worked for a dog walking company :) I'd love to help you out!!!
Kat can also help with: Pet walking
Anna P.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there. I'm Anna!
I'm a 26-year-old copywriter living outside of Minneapolis. I absolutely love animals and thought this would be a great way to earn a little extra money outside of my full time job.
I grew up with a dog and now have a cat of my own. All animals are the best animals! I'm happy to discuss pet sitting any...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Hopkins, MN
Katie L.
5.0
Katie was amazing!! She took such care of our Golden while we were away. Even through a snow storm he still got out and played! I would highly recommend her any day!
- Christy H.
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.
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.
Laura B.
5.0
Laura has proven herself to be a responsible and caring person, even helping our family out when we purchases a new puppy, and we needed someone to visit with him during the day. She has an amazing creativeness, which makes being around her fun and inspiring.
- Bridget B.
Julie M.
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!
- Lisa H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Hopkins, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Hopkins, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Hopkins, MN will cost you an average of $16.83 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 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 Hopkins, MN?
Care.com has 18 dog walkers offering services in Hopkins, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Hopkins 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 Hopkins to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Hopkins, 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 Hopkins, 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 Hopkins, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Hopkins, 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 Hopkins, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 18 dog walkers near you in Hopkins, 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.
Ratings for Hopkins, MN dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Hopkins, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.