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Dog walkers in Lakeland, MN
Thais D.
Lake Elmo, MN
$20-50/hr
Loving and Reliable Pet Care Services for Dogs and Cats
Looking for a caring and responsible pet caregiver? I am here to provide the best care for your furry friends, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away! Whether you have a playful dog or an independent cat, I tailor my services to meet their unique...
Thais can also help with: Pet walking
Cara B.
Hudson, WI
$10-15/hr
I am a licensed early childhood teacher looking to care for animals on the side. I love animals and kids. I can't have animals of my own due to renting a unit.
Cara can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet transportation
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.
5.0
(7)
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 sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She’s the best … never late always flexible! My pup loves her"
Care member
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 walking, pet sitting
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
(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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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 sitting, pet walking
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
(2)
Hired by 2 families 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 walking, pet sitting, 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
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I just updated my profile from 2016. As the youngest of 9 kids, I was taught at an early age to do my share of the daily cleaning. I was fortunate to stop working when our kids were 2 and 1 (now 32 and 34) so I know how hard it is to work, take care of kids and clean. I only have 11 years of being paid for cleaning services but...
Elaine can also help with: Cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens & more
5.0
"Elaine is friendly, professional, reliable and fairly priced. She has great attention to detail and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend her as a house cleaner."
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have dog sat for my mother's friend's dog that was an Australian red healer & also her previous dog that is a Siberian Husky. They are really beautiful dogs. I also have two cats of my own. One is a york chocolate & the other is a tabby/ wild cat. My passion for dogs & cats have grown. I take great care in pet sitting they are...
Denice can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation
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.
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 15 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
"We absolutely loved Rachel and so did our son. She’s an amazing young lady. We can’t wait to have her back. "
Heather 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, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
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.
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
Hello! I'm Lexi J, and I'm thrilled to introduce my dog walking and sitting service, born out of a lifelong love for animals. With my dad being the proud owner of a veterinary hospital, I've had the privilege of growing up surrounded by the joy and care of various pets. From routine walks to attentive care, I find immense joy in...
Alexis can also help with: 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: Boarding, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking & more
Tryniti B.
Hugo, MN
$9-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I currently have two dogs myself and now that I have new hours I am open to doing some dog walking. I take my dogs on a daily walk and I think it's absolutely necessary for dogs to get that energy out and it can be especially hard with family and other things going on. Trust me I know! I love dogs and cats and have grown up with...
Tryniti can also help with: Pet walking
Tracy B.
Saint Paul, MN
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have cared for children of all ages as well as animals of each of my families! Feeding, walking and lots of cuddles with the pets! I'm a huge dog lover!!
Tracy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a 45-year-old mother of three. I have been a dog owner most of my life and have enjoyed walking my own dogs, ranging in size from a Shih Tzu to a Labrador Retriever. We currently do not have a dog due to focusing on raising my children. However, my boys and I love being around dogs and we look forward to walking and playing...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Lakeland, MN
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.
Savannah M.
5.0
Savannah has been my dog walker since I brought my puppies home. I have two very high energy dogs and they can be a lot to handle. Savannah has been great with taking them on long walks when it is nice out or doing enrichment activities with them to keep them busy when the weather isn’t great....
- Care member
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
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.
Amaris H.
5.0
Amaris did an amazing job housesitting for me. I had to go out of town and lost my planned house/dogsitter pretty suddenly, but Amaris was ready, willing, and able to help out and I'm so glad she did. When I got home, everything was tidy, and my dog seemed calm, rested, and happy. I will definitely...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Lakeland, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Lakeland, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Lakeland, MN will cost you an average of $18.17 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Lakeland, MN?
Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in Lakeland, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Lakeland 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 Lakeland to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in Lakeland, 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.