House Sitting in Big Lake

“Marissa is amazing! Does great with the pets and they love her! Always sends updates with photos 🙂 we know they are in good hands when she comes!”

Katie K.

“Lauren did such a wonderful job housesitting/dog sitting. I loved getting photo updates multiples times every day. My pug had a great time with her and I know she’s looking forward to her next “vacation” with Lauren!”

Mandy E.

“Loved Jo! Sent us updates and loved up Auggie and Tina just as we would have. I had no worries while we were away. Excellent care for my pups!”

Tyanne R.

“Shea was so wonderful to our 3 dogs. Her caring nature is a comfort and lets us rest easy knowing she's there. 11/10 recommend Shea to take care of the pups again!”

Gina M.

“Autumn was amazing with out 2 English setters- she handled medications wonderfully and gave them so much attention and walks! Our neighbor even commented on how great she was. Look forward to using her again!”

Julie L.

“Sarah was awesome! OIiver loved her! I will definitely book with Sarah again. It was so much better Sarah stayed in the home to watch Oliver, since he is adopted.”

Linda A.

“Cady was very reliable, respectful and accommodating. She’s also an avid pet lover! I will be booking with her again in the future. Thanks, Cady!!”

Pamela D.

“Joshua was awesome. Friendly towards Cooper and myself. Definitely going to call him again. Joshua meet all our needs.”

Keith K.

About: Hi there! I’m a lifelong animal lover, dedicated veterinary technician, and proud dog and horse mom. With years of hands-on experience in animal care—both professionally and personally—I bring not only medical knowledge but genuine love and leadership to everything I do. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or cuddle sessions, your pet will be treated like family. Reliable, responsible, and passionate about animals, I’m here to give your furry loved ones the care and attention they deserve when you can’t be there. Life’s busy—I get it! I’m flexible, balanced, and happy to help with short notice when possible. Open communication to ensure your pet’s needs are always met. Walks, treats, tidy paws, and tail wags! I follow your training tips and leave your space—and your pet—happier than I found them-with baths if needed 😝

About: I've been a dog owner for 40 years, and was a foster for a few years for MARS. Although I specialize in German Shepherds, I have taken care of just about every type of dog. My housemate, where I currently live, has 2 rescues - one is a lab/Pitbull mix. The other is a Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix. I also dog sit regularly for my daughter's dog (rescue Pitbull mix) and my son's dog (Belgian Malinois). If I have a special skill I guess it would be that I understand rescues. I'm semi-retired and have a very flexible schedule. I'm in the North Metro but I occasionally drive for Lyft, so I'm familiar with the Twin Cities in general. I'm an early riser so if your dog is as well - that's fine with me! The dogs I've cared for get several walks per day - or ball tosses if there is a fenced in yard. For those dogs who get along with others, we love the dog park. We make sure to go potty before bedtime! My dogs get two meals per day - but if yours get three meals, that's fine too. I've taken care of dogs who need daily pills and those which are in heat. I don't need much when staying at your home other than internet. I bring my own food. I prefer longer stays rather than short ones so I can learn the dog's routine.

“Jessi was awesome! Kept us well informed on what was going on with our pooch daily. Plus kept house neat and clean and took care of flower and vegetable garden. Highly recommend!”

Cory M.

“What a great experience! Alexis was amazing! She took care of our dog and two cats while we were away for a week. She immediately replied to any questions we had. Her communication was fantastic! She sent pictures and updates throughout the day! She followed all instructions that we provided. She gave us peace of mind so we could have a wonderful vacation!”

Melanie M.

“Marsha was absolutely wonderful! Our dogs are not always easy to manage but she did an outstanding job adapting to their needs. Our dogs loved her and we felt comfortable with her staying at our home. We would absolutely have her watch our dogs again! 🐶”

Kelsey A.

“Elizabeth was a great replacement for us. Treated our dogs as her own. Kept the house clean and sent daily texts about how the girls were doing. We definitely made the right choice in choosing her! It can be scary leaving your babies with a stranger, but after a day away I was at ease. My girls are older and need meds, wear diapers sometimes, have special diets and she handled it all perfectly!!”

Kim K.

“Great cat sitting service from Emma, she stayed in our home with our multiple cats. They were happy and content when we got home, and the house was clean and fresh in tip top shape!”

Karen N.

“Melanie was great with my two dogs and cat! She gave them all the attention they needed!! lots of love, time, attention and play! They were her top priority for the whole week! She also sent pics and updates.”

Rayna B.

“Erika did a great job with Bernie and Trixie! She was very good at giving updates during her time with the pets, and made sure that they were comfortable.”

Nick H.

About: I have dedicated 20 plus years to doing what is best for the animals in my life and in my care. Not only are my animals treated as if they were my children, but your animals will be treated with the same love and respect. My house is currently filled with love in the form of 2 dogs, 3 birds, and 1 cat. Outdoor fenced in play area! Indoor lounge 1,000sq ft! 24/7 water available! Discounts available for well behaved dogs! When your pet is with me, be reassured they are well cared for and loved. My home resides in a residential neighborhood sitting in over 2 acres, and is a 4 level house where the animals are free to roam the whole house, as well as a fenced in yard in the back, so the animals have plenty of room to run around. Within the house there is water available 24/7, pet beds to lounge on, toys to play with, along with that when in my care the animals are allowed on the beds and furniture, unless your rules do not allow that, and in that case those rules will also be enforced with your pet(s) while in my care. My home also includes a “safe room” which means it is a room specifically for entering and exiting the home through the front of the house which is not fenced in, which this ensures no escaping by any of the animals. This room also allows the new first time friends to meet the current friends in my care safely. In the end I thank you for trusting me with the care of your pets and I can’t wait for them to become a new forever friend in my house. --------Disclaimer---------- Brunell Pet Services (Brunell Enterprises LLC) -We do provide our customers 25,000$ coverage accident/injury coverage for a deductible of 100$ Rates provided on the Rover Platform are Tax inclusive. We are a dedicated pet care provider, meaning we have staffing 24/7 in our home and in the field! From boarding to dog training and dog walks we are here for you and your pets! We have a dedicated entrance and multiple fenced in play areas including 1000sq ft indoor play area in addition to our home! We also have video surveillance throughout the property along with controlled access points!

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs for most of my life, from daily walks and play time, to giving meds and cuddles. I treat every pet like my own I currently work two part time jobs so my schedule is very flexible. And I want to stay active and fill up some free time. Let’s find a time that works for both of us! In my home pets are treated like family. They get plenty of love, attention and play time. And I will try to keep your pets routines as close to normal as possible.

“Meg was amazing!! She sent us daily updates and photos, and handled my Aussie’s Epilepsy meds daily with no issues. Plus she did laundry and cleaned up the house before we got home! Shes the best!”

Jamie Z.