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60 dog walkers are listed in Minnetonka, MN
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Minnetonka, MN
With 10 years of experience as a pet sitter, I have a genuine passion for caring for dogs of all breeds. My current companion, Lucy, a spirited Labrador Retriever puppy, brings joy and inspiration to my work every day. I prioritize the well-being and happiness of every pet I care for, ensuring they receive the love and attention...
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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...
Care member
Keely T.
Minnetonka, MN
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Part Time Personal Assistant Available. I am currently enrolled in school pursuing my degree in special education. I am a personal assistant for a family in Wayzata as well as clean houses on Fridays. I am looking for a few more hours to fill my week. I am very organized, timely, professional and like to run errands, do laundry,...
Malaya P.
Minnetonka, MN
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a lover of all pets. I have 8+ experience with dogs and cats. Can provide light grooming, feeding, walks, cuddles. And can do in house sitting.
Malaya can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Elise and I'm looking for pet sitting/walking jobs during my winter break (I'll be leaving first college January 22nd). I grew up with one dog and two cats. The dog was my best friend from the time I met her. I consider myself an equally cat and dog person. I have three cat-nieces and I absolutely love them...
Elise can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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.
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
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs and cats. I realize that for many people pets are like their children. I have experience walking & caring for large, medium and small dogs. I also provide excellent care for cats. I am dependable, honest and loving.
Becca can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming & more
5.0
"Becca is wonderful. She loves my dogs, and they love her. She walks them, brushes them & gives them treats. So glad I found her!"
Judy M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello to everyone looking for quality care for your pets. I am responsible and qualified and have been providing animal care for the past 4 years. I am also a licensed school social worker with 20 years of experience. I have done professional in-home pet sitting in the US, Canada and New Zealand. Both staying at the home and as...
Heidi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Heidi helped us with our two cats. She is dependable and a good communicator. I highly recommend her."
Orwa T.
5.0
(3)
(As of October 21st, I am no longer taking clients for Pet Care). Thanks!
I provide dog walking, pet sitting in your own home with drop in visits. I am an experienced pet sitter, a lover of all animals and I also volunteer at a animal shelter. I have experience with cats and dogs of all sizes and breeds. I look forward to...
Eve can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"She is incredibly invested in what she does. From her attention to detail, flexibility around our schedule and overall great attitude we felt like we were her number 1 priority. We have already asked her to come back multiple times and will continue to do so!"
Sam H.
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 walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kristin is simply wonderful. She was our family assistant helping with groceries, cooking, errands, house organization, etc. She is so happy to help, reliable, great communicator, efficient, and just a pleasure to work with. We loved getting to know her, trusted...
Ingrid C.
Mary J.
Minneapolis, MN
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog And Cat Sitter, Pet Care, Daily Walks, In Home/ Boarding Care. Occasional And Last Minuet Needs.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I love animals! I grew up with both cats and dogs and now in my adult life, have 2 cats, 1 large breed dog, and a parakeet. I do have experience with administering oral and injectable medication to both cats and dogs.
My professional experience is in healthcare as a Registered Nurse.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
"absolutely wonderful!! never used Care.com before, so I was a bit nervous. she put me at ease, sending me pictures frequently and checking in with me daily. such a gem, I will be using her again in a heartbeat. HIGHLY recommend."
Jacquelyn K.
Julia W.
Eden Prairie, MN
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs of my own my entire life. I currently have a 1-year-old great pyrenees and two cats. I have experience dog sitting for my neighbors throughout my life as well. I have also worked at a dog groomers washing dogs. I will care for dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also care for cats. I am able to meet a variety of...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding
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 sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
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)
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: Grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting & 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
(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: Dog training, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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.
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: Carpet cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Ann has cleaned, organized and helped with projects around the house for me for years. if you want someone thorough, hard working and quick I recommend you consider hiring Ann. "
Jeannette C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Janet and I love taking care of pets! I have lots of experience taking care of pets - dogs and cats as well as small animals! I have house sat and taken care of pets and have provided care where I didn't need to stay stay overnight (mostly cats, small animals, an elderly neighbor's dog who need special medical...
Janet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Olivia! I am a senior in college at Palm Beach Atlantic University online! I am an outgoing, kind, patient, and hardworking individual who loves new experiences, caring for others, values safety & respect, and having fun! As a caregiver for pets & kiddos, I provide families with quality, attentive, loving, and enjoyable...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Olivia is fantastic! She was absolutely wonderful and went above and beyond when she house and pet sat for us AND is a hit with our kids who absolutely adore her!"
Lauren D.
Anna M.
Minneapolis, MN
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Anna, and I'm currently a junior in college. I am a huge animal lover, and I have a dog, a cat, and a few fish that I just love taking care of and playing with! I have been petting sitting and dog walking since I was a young teen and continue to love doing this for people!
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Minnetonka, MN
Bailey B.
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 now 12.
Bailey is kind,...
- Care member
Donna H.
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 of my out of town trips has ranged...
- Jerry S.
Becca A.
5.0
Becca is well...awesome. My dog went over and sat down next to her during the interview. He knows the word "Becca". He knows hungry, dog park and Becca.
- Timothy L.
Heidi S.
5.0
Heidi is wonderful! She's my go-to pet sitter, and I have 3 dogs, 2 cats and a bearded dragon - she's very dependable, and she's super kind.
- Kristina D.
Eve C.
5.0
She is incredibly invested in what she does. From her attention to detail, flexibility around our schedule and overall great attitude we felt like we were her number 1 priority. We have already asked her to come back multiple times and will continue to do so!
- Sam H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Minnetonka, MN
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Minnetonka, MN?
A local dog walker near you in Minnetonka, MN will cost you an average of $13.40 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 Minnetonka, MN?
Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Minnetonka, MN. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Minnetonka 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 Minnetonka to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, MN?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, MN?
On Care.com, there are currently 5 dog walkers near you in Minnetonka, 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.