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Hello!! I'm Bella, and I'm passionate about animals, especially dogs! I understand the importance of daily exercise and companionship for your furry friends. I'm reliable, punctual, and dedicated to ensuring every dog gets the attention and care they deserve. Whether it's a walk or a playful outing I'm here to keep your dog...
Izabella can also help with: Pet walking
I love dogs! I love walking! I work FT during the day but would be willing to walk early am or in the evening. Saturday and Sunday would work best and could do almost anytime with advanced schedule.
Brenda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My boys and I love animals. I had my own dog and cat growing up and that brought me so much joy! I dog sit for my sister's black lab often. I love any chance I can get to help out a family, and have an excuse to hang out with cute animals. We go on lots of walks and have a big backyard!
Charissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Nakayla R.
Inver Grove Heights, MN
$9-14/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hey there! Need a reliable and caring pet sitter? Look no further! I'm experienced in pet sitting and love taking care of furry friends. Whether it's feeding, walking, or giving them lots of love and attention, I'll make sure your pets are happy and well taken care of. You can trust me to provide a safe and comfortable...
Nakayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello! I am a grandmother who adores children of any age! I love to snuggle and rock babies, go on walks and play with toddlers, and interact with older kids by playing games and just talking! I have been a nanny for 14 years and have enjoyed all the kids and all the treasured memories with them! Unfortunately, they are all...
Jolene can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been dogsitting for 15 years, with occasional catsitting. I have experience with dogs of all ages, activity levels, and dispositions. I am skilled in dog walking and administering medications.. I am also available to transport pets to grooming or vet appointments. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. I am willing to...
Lisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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 transportation, pet sitting, 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)
Hi! I love animals and have been a paid dog sitter many times for friends with multiple pets. I also worked on a farm with dogs, cats, chickens, alpacas, goats, etc, so I understand how to care for all types of animals and enjoy doing it. I'm happy to take them on walks, go to parks, snuggle at home, and I have experience giving...
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Megan has been consistently available on a moment’s notice to take care of my dog Joshua. He can be a bit reserved with other people sometimes, but he loves Megan!"
Care member
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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, in addition to owning my own dogs (two adorable cocker spaniels and a small cockapoo), I previously worked for a local professional pet care business for 1. 5 years. I can walk your dog as few or as many days a week as you need or multiple times a day. I can also provide pet care visits in your home for dogs, cats, or...
Lisa can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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: Daily feeding, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking & 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...
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Rhiley O.
Saint Paul, MN
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have owned many different pets in my 22 years and I love all animals! Currently, I have two cats with my boyfriend that are the center of the household! They are our children and they rule the house. Animals are a large part of who I am and I have a lot of experience working with them. I have grown up with cats, dogs,...
Rhiley can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Our son LOVES Rhiley! Rhiley has been watching our son since he was a baby... he is now 11-years old! Rhiley offers flexible service. Just recently we called Rhiley and ashed her to watch our son for a couple hours so we could get work done around the house and he...
Lacy M.
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.
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: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm active, easy-going, and an animal lover. Being out in nature, walking my dogs, and playing board games take up most of my free time! With kids, I enjoy crafting, going to the park, building Legos, and putting on dance parties.
In my 10 years of experience, I've learned to care for newborns, twins, and multiples, children...
Sylina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Sylina was our nanny for 9 months our little one just loves her, she developed such a great relationship and truly cared for our family."
Melissa A.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to meet you and your pet! Dog and cats are my speciality. Message me for dog walking, pet sitting in home or more!
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals of all kinds and see myself as a trustworthy, dependable person. I care for other peoples pets as if they're my own. I've primarily done walking and sitting through app.
Lisasia can also help with: Pet transportation
Hi my name is Mia, I am a lover of all animals! I have 3 kitties at home, Poo, Pearl and Salem. In my free time I ride horses, love being out in nature, and traveling. I am specifically looking for either dog/cat sitting or dog walking during free spaces in my week. I am very excited to spend some time with your furry family...
Hello everyone! My name is Leighton and I am excited to look after your fur babies. I have both professional and non-professional experience. I have experience with dog walking, overnights, and causal sitting. I do have boarding and grooming experience but this was in a professional setting with tools provided to me from a...
Leighton can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Amy M.
South Saint Paul, MN
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking for part-time work cleaning, pet-sitting, dog-walking, or running errands/caring for elderly.
I have tons of experience with animals and have always had numerous pets including cats, dogs, horses and birds.
I am very reliable and have been employed at the University of MN Hospital for over 18 years.
My passion is...
Amy can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking & more
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Inver Grove Heights, 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.
Megan J.
5.0
Megan has been consistently available on a moment’s notice to take care of my dog Joshua. He can be a bit reserved with other people sometimes, but he loves Megan!
- Care member
Sandy K.
5.0
Sandy will care for your dog like her own and even had some training recommendations for us. We have hired her twice and would hire her again. Thank you Sandy!
- Carla M.
Savannah M.
5.0
My golden retriever loves Savannah and she has been his walker for the past 3 years. I needed extra help during my pregnancy with twins and she has been a permanent fixture in my life ever since. I am so thankful that she was around to help me (many times very last minute) when I had some...
- Care member
Rhiley O.
5.0
Our son LOVES Rhiley! Rhiley has been watching our son since he was a baby... he is now 11-years old! Rhiley offers flexible service. Just recently we called Rhiley and ashed her to watch our son for a couple hours so we could get work done around the house and he needed to be outside staying busy....
- Lacy M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Inver Grove Heights, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Inver Grove Heights, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Inver Grove Heights, MN will cost you an average of $13.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 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 Inver Grove Heights, MN?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Inver Grove Heights, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Inver Grove Heights 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 Inver Grove Heights to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Inver Grove Heights, 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 Inver Grove Heights, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Inver Grove Heights, 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.