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Sitter Profile Image: Karlee L.
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Karlee L.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
170 reviews
49 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Big lake, MN, 55309

Karlee communicated quickly and thoroughly for our first drop in visit for our puppy! Would definitely recommend her to others and will be using her services again :)

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Sandra W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
14 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Big lake, MN, 55309

Sandra did a great job with our dogs - four of them, so no easy feat! We loved the details about their day when she dropped in to visit them.

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Jamie V.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
8 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

Jamie was so great! Lovely to work with, took lots of photos and provided a great update! Would highly recommend Jamie. We only had her come for one visit, but will surely be reaching out to her in the future!

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Meg B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Thanks, Meg! Belle was clearly loved and well cared for. It was wonderful to see the photos from your visits.

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mikaela l.
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$16
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5 years of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

About: I’ve always loved taking care of animals especially dogs and cats! I have 2 dogs (mini dachshund and german shepherd) and a cat, so I’m used to taking care of diverse pets. I’m comfortable with taking care of feeding, walking, playtime, potty breaks, giving lots of attention, and making the pets feel comfortable while you are gone. I’ve been trusted watching family, friends and neighbors pets for years now! I’m a very patient, responsible owner and I love spending time with animals! I am currently in school 3 days a week in the mornings so I will have plenty of time to watch your pets! I’m at home most of the time. I am available on weekends fully, weekdays I am open after 12pm! (Mondays after 3 because of long classes) Making pets feel comfortable and safe if the most important thing to me! At home, I make sure they have plenty of attention, food, and clean water. I love cuddling and playing with them. I take my pups on walks and ensure they’re safe. I’m able to follow your pets daily routine as close as possible. This includes feeding, walks, playtime, potty breaks and anything else you need. I’m also here to help keep your space tidy! But most important, I am here to give all the love and attention your pet needs.

Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie M.
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Stephanie M.
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$16
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Monticello, MN, 55362

About: I've taken care of animals of all kinds since I was 10. I am currently accepting to take of dogs in my home whether they doggy daycare, overnight stay, extended overnights, and dog walking/feeding. I love to give dogs all kinds of cuddles and love. I understand that dogs speak to us though actions in which I am very empathetic with. I will be patient, kind amd caring showing your dog(s) lots of attention and love. I have excellent references. I'm currently working part time, so while I'm gone I can crate your dog but will be back within 4 hours for a potty break! Im available between 5pm- 7pm for drop offs and pick ups Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday from 9am -5pm I have a home where your dog can roam or I can crate them if need be. I will keep them on a leash if when we go outside and I don't live far from a very large dog park where I can take your dog to play catch if you are comfortable with that of course.

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Kelly B.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Monticello, MN, 55362

Kelly is just amazing. This was our first time leaving the crew for this extended period of time. She took amazing care of everyone, She even got our mail and put our trash out on garbage days as well as watered my garden. We trust Kelly implicitly and she is our go to choice anytime we need help with the "crew". Thank you Kelly!

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Erin A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
175 reviews
63 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Erin was so detailed and a great communicator! We loved all of the info and she did great if there were questions or if something came up! We felt our pets were in great hands with her and her daughter. Our pets also loved them! Would definitely rebook!

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Megan M.
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$25
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4.8 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

Megan did a couple drop-ins for my dog Milo and I have no complaints! She was willing to swing by over the weekend to meet him before she dropped in which was much appreciated. She is friendly and provides photos and great reports of how Milo is doing when she drops in. I hate to leave him home for so long but it gives me some peace of mind knowing that he has a new buddy to come visit him during the day. :)

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Maggie F.
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$16
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1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Zimmerman, MN, 55398

About: I’ve been around animals all my life. I have three goldendoodles, Sullie who’s 10, Allie who’s 5, and Marlie who’s 2. I have helped potty train them all and have taught them basic tricks. I have also cared for friends/families pets when in need. I love all animals and enjoy making them feel safe and comfortable. Whether your pet needs walks, playtime, medications, or extra cuddles, I’m happy to help. I’m currently a full-time nursing student and have a summer nurse internship working 12 hour shifts, but I have multiple days off throughout the week that allow me to spend quality time caring for pets. My schedule varies, so I keep my availability updated. When I’m caring for your pet, they’ll get lots of attention, love, and dependable care! I always try to stick to each pet’s normal routine as closely as possible so they feel comfortable and stress free. In your home, I will provide feeding, fresh water, walks, playtime, litter box cleanup, potty breaks, and lots of attention and affection. I also make sure the home is left clean and secure. I’ll also keep owners updated with photos and messages so they know their pet is doing well!

Sitter Profile Image: Jackie L.
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Jackie L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
88 reviews
25 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Jackie is a great with our dogs! This is our second time having her watch our dogs and she is professional and reliable. I was able to really unplug knowing that she was checking in on my dogs. Thanks Jackie!

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Andrea B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
21 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

As always… Andrea was absolutely amazing!! Even with extremely short notice, she was eager to help! I’m so grateful to have found someone that loves my puppers like her own 💕💕

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Isaac F.
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$15
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1 year of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

About: I absolutely love dogs and treat every pet like family. I’ve been around dogs my entire life — growing up with them and always having them as part of my family. Over the years, I’ve cared for dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities, from energetic puppies to senior dogs needing extra patience and attention. I have personally raised two puppies (including one currently) and helped care for several others, so I understand the consistency, training, and care young dogs need. I also had my own dog live to 15 years old, which gave me experience caring for a dog through every stage of life, including senior care. I know how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I will make sure your dog feels safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. Whether your pup loves walks, playtime, cuddles, or just companionship, I’m happy to provide the care and attention they deserve. Pet care fits very naturally into my daily routine, and I have a flexible schedule that allows me to give pets plenty of attention and consistent care. I work from home on Mondays and Fridays, which allows me to provide care throughout the day and stop by in the morning, during lunch, and at night as needed. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, I am available for morning and evening visits/check-ins. When I’m in town on weekends, my schedule is very flexible, so I’m often available for additional visits, walks, or extended care. Because of my schedule, I’m able to provide reliable care, maintain routines, and make sure pets get the attention, exercise, and companionship they need. When caring for pets in my home or a client’s home, I focus on making them feel safe, comfortable, and loved while keeping their normal routine as consistent as possible. I make sure pets have plenty of attention, exercise, potty breaks, fresh water, meals on schedule, and of course lots of affection and playtime. I understand that every dog has different needs and personalities, so I adjust my care based on their energy level, age, and routine. I have experience with puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs, so I’m comfortable providing patient and attentive care for all stages of life. In a client’s home, I always respect their space and follow any instructions carefully, including feeding schedules, medications, crate routines, walks, and any special care requests. I also like to provide updates and photos so owners can feel comfortable knowing their pet is happy and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren I.
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Lauren I.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
15 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

First time Rover user and I picked Lauren based on her 5-star reviews. Lauren was great, she is super nice, she paid attention to some dog specific things, and most importantly the dogs loved her. She is highly recommended and I definitely will be using her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah L.
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Sarah L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Elk River, MN, 55330

Wonderful caretaker for your pets! Will definitely be using again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cameron B.
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Cameron B.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
52 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Becker, MN, 55308

Cameron put up with my stubborn French Bulldog. He walked him around the yard and chased him around my house just to get his collar on. I’d say my dog is a personal trainer more than anything. He was so good to him and gave him the love he needed. I’ll definitely be using him in the future and so should everyone else!!!

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Katie A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

About: Ive taken care of animals since I was a young kid- I have helped family and friends along the way and enjoy every minute of it. I have a dog and two cats who all have spicy entertaining personalities I am looking to do this part-time/ full time during the day, weekends, or evenings also including holidays! This is my sole job and have a lot of availablity I will always treat your space with the utmost respect and will make sure to love on your fur baby- weather that means getting cuddles or playing fetch by the hours or even just going to the dog park.

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Meagan & Jesse K.
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$20
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4.7 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

Great communication and pups were well take b care of!

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Kyra B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Monticello, MN, 55362

About: I’ve owned and cared for pets my whole life. I used to care for my neighbors cats, dogs and children! I have a masters degree in early childhood so I have an immense amount of patience. I am an elementary school teacher, so on the week days I am available after 5pm. My weekends are more open- let me know what you and your pet need and we can work something out! My boyfriend and I have two cats; Flash Gordon and Stevie Louise. They are the most spoiled kitties and I offer the same treatment and love to any other animals I meet.

Sitter Profile Image: Nathan M.
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Nathan M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 year of experience
Big Lake, MN, 55309

Thank you, Nathan, for taking such good care of Smokey and Sparky! Your daily visits and reports made me feel comfortable that the cats were well taken care of. Whenever I'm gone in the future I'll certainly call upon Nathan and recommend him to my friends! Thanks again ...Fr. Mike

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Sandra did a great job with our dogs - four of them, so no easy feat! We loved the details about their day when she dropped in to visit them.

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LAURA H.
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Jocelyn took great care of my two cats while I was away. Will definitely re-book her when the time comes! 😊

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Shana D.
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Cady is the best! She loves and cares for my pets and is always willing to help me out last minute. Thank you!!

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Pamela D.
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Kyla did a nice job watching our fur babies. They love her and we will continue to choose her services when we travel. Very helpful with grabbing our mail and assisting with our requests of the TV on and smoke detector. Thanks for the great job Kyla!!

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Dawn M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Arrived on time every day while we were gone, even my moody kitty was being friendly after a couple days with Karlee!

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Hannah Marie M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

My first booking with Amy and it was wonderful. She was a great communicating with me as I had quite a few instructions for her in taking care of my puppy. She was so good with him and he seemed very happy when I got home. I will hire Amy again, no question! I highly recommend her!

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Julie L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Amanda was amazing! She came to meet us and our pups, asked questions to ensure she had information needed to care for our dogs and was very timely for all check ins. There was even some issues with our pups and she sought to arrange a solution that worked great!

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Lisa M.
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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Big Lake on Rover is $21.4 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of September 2026, there are 1,676 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Big Lake. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Big Lake stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Big Lake. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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