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Sitter Profile Image: Krista Z.
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Krista Z.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
3 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Breezy Point, MN, 56472

“Krista was great! She was flexible and sent cute updates. Finn came home a relaxed, happy boy. It looked like he had so much fun with her dogs! I’d definitely recommend to anyone looking for a responsible, reliable sitter. We hope to have Finn stay with Krista every time we’re in the area!”

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
26 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Akeley, MN, 56461

“Nancy was so great with our high energy vizsla, Eddie! Eddie was so well cared for and had a ton of fun with Nancy-we will definitely try to have her stay with Nancy again in the future ??”

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$32
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• 196 reviews
57 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Pequot Lakes, MN, 56472

“Judy had a great time staying with Grace. It was really nice for her to be able to play with other dogs. Our dog seemed really relaxed and happy around Grace. It's great having peace of mind knowing our pet is safe while we are out of town.”

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Janet O.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Pine River, MN, 56474

“Janet was kind, responsive, flexible, and great with the updates. Griffin had a great time staying with her, and we will gladly book with Janet again. Thanks Janet!!”

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Kay M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Breezy Point, MN, 56472

“Winnie stayed with Kay for a second visit and had so much fun! She loves playing with Boomer and Kay takes very good care of her! I highly recommend Kay to care for your dog!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Diane P.
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Diane P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
41 years of experience
Pine River, MN, 56474

“Diane, Thank you again for taking such good care of our dogs. I love that you took them on a boat ride, go swimming, and play with the other dogs.”

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Ashley B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Backus, MN, 56435

“Ashley and family adopted Jedi as one of their own. They kept us up to date and in touch with timely texts and photos. I would not hesitate to seek out Ashley for pet sitting services in the future.”

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Mike & Niki G.
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$58
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• 44 reviews
12 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Pequot Lakes, MN, 56472

“Mike and Niki took wonderful care of our Poodle puppy, Baxter! They took him to a lake, a dog park, for several walks, and showered him with attention. They sent many updates and pictures, which we loved. We will definitely request their services again! Thanks Mike and Niki!! - Brandi & Chad”

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Jeannette W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
10 years of experience
Backus, MN, 56435

“Dogs were happy. The facilities were great, and it was clear the dogs were well cared for.”

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Danica G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Pequot Lakes, MN, 56472

About: I've had dogs in the house since I was a little girl! My boys really love dogs and have just as much energy! I want your pet to leave happy and ready to come back again! I am available on weekends, I am available on week days in the evening also. I just need to know your pets routine and can adjust as needed. I have plenty of space to walk your pet outside and can take them out as many times as needed. Our Rex sleeps with the kiddos and a wonderful snuggler and we love all this kisses and anuggles.

Sitter Profile Image: Nickala S.
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Nickala S.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
14 years of experience
Park Rapids, MN, 56470

About: I have years of experience working in grooming, doggy daycare, at a vet clinic, and a credentialed dog trainer. As a graduate of the Academy for Dog Trainers and member of the Pet Professional Guild, I take low stress, fear free management and training seriously. I do not use aversives such as prong, choke, or shock collars, I do not use corrections. I do use food, toys, happy talk and body language to motivate and redirect behavior. Please tell me if your dog has dietary restrictions or if you have allergies to common dog treat ingredients. As an owner of dogs with chronic health concerns I understand that medical concerns can be complex and require strict adherence. Medications, injections or other special needs are fine with me. *Please note I do have a staircase in my home. Your dog will need to be comfy with either using carpeted and walled off stairs or with me carrying them.* Having had to stop training due to my own health, I'm now primarily a work at home artist. This offers a great deal of flexibility in adapting to the needs of the dogs with me. I have a (tolerant) senior dog, a cat and two fenced yards for your dog to explore. Doggy guests are treated like family and join us in play, sniffing and relaxing.

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Backus home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Backus.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Backus sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in MN ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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