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Sitter Profile Image: Courtney C.
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Courtney C.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Rosemount, MN, 55068

“We enjoyed meeting Courtney and introducing her to our cat and dog. She arrived promptly and was very comfortable around animals. She asked great, specific questions about care, and we appreciate that.”

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Eagan, MN, 55122

“Rachel is wonderful !!! She and my 1 yr old Goldador Remigus (Remi) instantly bonded at the meet and greet and became great best buddies and new friends. Would highly recommend and plan on more housesitting and/or visits when needed! Thanks so much Rachel !!! Julie and Remi”

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Julie P.
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Katlyn W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Katlyn was great with our dog and cat! Came home to some very happy and healthy animals!”

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Sarah B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

“Sarah was absolutely amazing with our cat. She provided daily updates and was so sweet with him. It was amazing to know that while we were gone, he was in such good hands. 10/10 recommend :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra G.
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Alexandra G.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 36 reviews
13 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Eagan, MN, 55121

“Alex was wonderful to work with. We have an alpha male Lagotto and she handled him well. We will definitely be using her services again. Koodo’s to Alex😉”

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Sitter Profile Image: Adrianna H.
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Adrianna H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

About: I have grown up with dogs in the household while I currently do not have any dogs due to my two cats and living in a rental that doesn’t allow any more than two pets. I love dog sitting for my friends and family when they go out of town! I have worked with small to large dogs, dogs with special medication need's, dogs with behavioral issues/needs and puppies. I currently work from home Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday anywhere between 8 AM to 7 PM depending on my work schedule it changes weekly but I’m more then flexible it fit in walks or drop in visits. My weekends normally consist of just relaxing at home so I thought why not look into helping people with their beloved pets in the evening and on Saturdays and Sundays. Unfortunately, with my two cats living in a townhome rental, I won’t be doing services in my home, however, if I dog sit in your home I will make sure that your pet gets all the correct meals needed, on time medication‘s if needed, and plenty of play times and cuddles with walks throughout the day or as requested!

Sitter Profile Image: Allison G.
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Allison G.
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$190
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 137 reviews
32 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Great communication throughout her stay! Henry was well cared for!”

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Edith S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
45 years of experience
Hastings, MN, 55033

“Edith was awesome. She took great care of our Scooter over the 4th of July weekend. She receives a 5 star rating from our family. Can't wait to see her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bri L.
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Bri L.
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$70
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Bri was a great sitter for my 2 boys! She communicated great and responded back quickly. I got daily photos/videos and my boys seemed to have a great time! She left the house super clean and even washed and changed out the bed sheets and towels, which is such a wonderful thing to come home to after a day of travel! I would definitely recommend her to anyone!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather R.
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$110
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Eagan, MN, 55122

“Heather was awesome! She stayed at our house while we were out of town and took care of our dog and cat! We will be using her services again.”

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Victoria J.
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$26
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4 years of experience
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

About: I am also a pet sitter on the app TrustedHouseSitters and really enjoy the journey of pet sitting! I grew up LOVING dogs but was never allowed one and only grew up with cats & a bearded dragon of my own, so I would only get the chance to be with dogs when it came to friends having them. As I got older and attained my own place, I took it upon myself to dog sit for my friends, family, and sometimes neighbors. I’ve been doing this for 4 years now, in my home and their homes as well. The longest I have dog sat is for a year for a family friend while they were away in the military. (The dog was untrained and very hard to take care of lol) I have an unconditional love for all animals! I am a fashion model and a brand ambassador, so my work is all very flexible and I get to decide when I will work. When saying in home and taking care of your pet, I will take all the precautions and needs that are to be provided to your pet seriously.

Sitter Profile Image: Amara V.
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Amara V.
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$120
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

About: I am experienced in senior pets, and reactive dogs. I can walk reactive dogs up to 30 pounds. I avoid busy times and know to look for triggers before the pup notices. I do not have a weight limit for non-reactive dogs. Additionally, I have experience with freshwater aquariums, parrots, hamsters, and mice! Play, cuddles (or space), and leashed walks will keep us quite busy! Expect a lot of photos. I do have a peanut allergy so I am not able to offer peanut based treats, and ask that they be put away beforehand. Thank you! I work full-time Thursday-Sunday so I have full availability to watch your pets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday without distractions! Walks, drop-ins, and meet and greet availability would be anytime Monday-Wednesday or after 6pm on my work days. I will follow your instructions, set alarms for potty breaks and walks, and be available to send photo and text updates. During house sitting, I will let you know about my drop-in visit schedule. Your pet will never be alone without notice.

Sitter Profile Image: Noelle S.
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Noelle S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
4 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Noelle made it easy for us to leave for a weekend away while she stayed with our 7 mo old lab puppy. She came to visit our dog before the weekend to learn about his daily routines and expectations, which we thought was above and beyond care! She sent pictures and updates throughout the weekend to reassure us as this was our first time leaving him with a dog sitter. We came home to a happy puppy and clean house! Highly recommend Noelle to care for your dog!!”

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Nicole A.
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$75
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakeville, MN, 55044

“Nicole spent a long weekend with Hudson. (She stepped in pretty much at the last minute when plans for his care changed the night before I was to leave town for a annual trip with friends.) She was super accomodating and took care of all of Hudson's needs (and probably then some)! I always come home to Hudson looking fantastic and in a terrific mood. Nicole is fantastic with this puppy!”

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Nicole H.
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Eliza S.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Woodbury, MN, 55125

“Eliza was fantastic all the way around. Very communicative, so friendly, and took great care of our dogs and house for a lengthy stay. Including caring for our older lady that has dementia and can be a handful from time to time. She left our house and plants in better shape than they were when we left. 100% recommend.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bailey D.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
South St Paul, MN, 55075

“Took fantastic care of my dog, who’s still in a very high energy phase of his life and has some reactivity issues. He’s also a drama king, and Bailey spoon fed him on one of his fussier days!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Melanie S.
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Melanie S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Hastings, MN, 55033

About: I grew up with dogs and as an adult, I have had 3 cats. Sadly they have passed away from old age. In the future, I plan on having another pet, but in the meantime, I can love and care for other people's animals! Friends and family have relied on me to walk, feed and take care of their pets. I do work full-time Monday through Friday, but my schedule would be available on weekends and some weekdays after 5:30 PM. Holidays can be an option also. My main values are providing safety, trust and love to your pets with respect to the pet owners. When I am with your pet you will be worry free!

Sitter Profile Image: Aiden R.
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Aiden R.
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$27
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12 years of experience
Burnsville, MN, 55337

About: I’ve had dogs, cats, rodents, name any animal and I’ve had it! After my experience working at animal shelters, i’m well rounded and nothing can surprise me anymore! I’m working part time at a vet clinic, my schedule is pretty flexible and and my boyfriend’s schedule is as well. We have two pets of our own who get majority of our free time and yours will as well:) I have a hyper black lab who loves to play and be everyone’s best friend! We prefer cat friendly as I do have a spynx who is more like a dog than a cat lol. I’m super flexible so any requests can be accommodated!

Sitter Profile Image: Jade W.
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Jade W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
2 years of experience
Bloomington, MN, 55431

“Jade took great care of our house and dogs while we went on vacation. She sent us pictures of the dogs and followed the instructions for care that we left for her. She was very communicative and let us know when she was going to arrive. Thank you!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Dreonna F.
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Dreonna F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
15 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Lakeville, MN, 55044

“We were very happy with Dreonna and the care she provided for our mature dog and cat. Dreonna stayed in our home for a week and did an excellent job caring for our pets as well as managing the house. i.e. bringing in mail, watering plants, etc. We recommend Dreonna to anyone looking for in home pet care.”

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We left our dog just a few days after her spay surgery, and Noelle handled all the post-op care with ease —she administered medications, monitored our dog’s incision, and kept up with her daily walks to keep her moving. We especially appreciated Noelle’s communication. She sent daily photo updates and left quick messages on our Ring camera, which was above and beyond what we expected, but it gave us great peace of mind to be able to truly enjoy our time away! We came home to a happy, well-cared-for dog as well as a house that was cleaner than we left it. We were very impressed with Noelle’s care and would highly recommend her for any dog-sitting needs!

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Betsy S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Magen did a wonderful job watching our pups! I appreciated her updates and the doggos were well taken care of while we were away.

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Jessica L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very responsive when they’re watching the dogs and sending daily pictures! They were great and I can’t wait to rebook them in the future!

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Makinzy C.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Torrey took great care of our dog and home for our 12 day trip. She communicated with us while gone and sent photos. She is wonderful with dogs and totally won over our little one who doesn’t care for strangers. Will definitely use her again!

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Kathryn F.
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The average cost of House Sitting in Farmington is $39 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $28 and $67 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 3,065 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Farmington. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Farmington walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Farmington maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Farmington choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 , 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 .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 94% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 96% 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.

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