Pet Sitting in Mankato
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“Our dog is very anxious so I know he wasn’t the most fun to deal with, but it took a huge load off my mind to know Juliet would be checking in on him while we were away. We liked getting the regular checkins, especially when we got a little info about how he was handling the separation, etc. We would definitely use Juliet again next time we have to travel without him.”
“This was my first time using Rover. I’m so glad I was able to meet Shenice and she was able create a bond with my fur baby. I’m super excited to have Shenice watch my dog in the future.”
“Sydney is amazing, our three dogs love her and always look so happy in all the photos we get. Sydney will definitely be our first stop when looking for someone to care for our furry friends. She has kept us up to date with everything and she is such a sweet human!”
“Rachel and family loved our fur baby and we had full confidence in their care for her. This is the third time using Rachel and appreciate their care so much!”
“Kaitlyn offered tremendous service on short notice. Not only did she ensure our cat was well cared for during a home visit, but she also went above and beyond in sharing pictures of our pet, her food and litter areas, etc. Highly recommended!”
“Adalynn was great. We loved the pictures and updates we received with each visit. One of our cats is very shy and doesn’t emerge for guests. He showed up regularly for her visits. Would definitely use her services again.”
“Luella took such great care of my pup! My dog tends to be nervous around new people so Luella and I did a meet and greet before I left for the weekend. My dog seemed to take things well and I couldn’t be happier! Luella sent photos each visit assuring my girl was okay while we were away.”
“Onnika was the best pet sitter we have had in all my years of using Rover! My boys are high maintenance - one energetic doodle, and one special needs kitty. They require a lot of patience and willingness to learn - Onnika was up for the challenge and gained their trust quickly. She sent thorough updates and kept me informed of her schedule and how my boys were doing. I’m a helicopter mom so this was soooo appreciated! She has a knack for understanding pets feelings and needs. I cannot recommend her enough!”
About: I am a recent college graduate living in Mankato. I grew up on a farm taking care of animals from birth to passing. I have always been a very passionate animal lover and owner. I have previously owned cats, goats, and chickens. And I have taken care of dogs, horses, turtles, and fish so I have a wide variety of knowledge. I currently work a full time job Monday through Friday. But I am open during the weekday evenings for drop in visits and dog walking and I am open on the weekends to house sit. I would not be able to host a pet since I live in an apartment. However I can come to the house of the owner. I am able to match the animal’s needs whether that is relaxing on the couch or playing outside.
About: I have owned between 2-4 dogs my entire life, ranging from small-large in size. I currently have a medium and a large size dog, both are friendly and love to play! My yard is unfenced, but I have access to a dog park just behind my home. I can offer any potty times and feeding times needed! I'm currently working gig work and do not have a steady job. I am home most of the time and can give your furry friend all of the attention they desire! I have 2 dogs that are very friendly and love to play! I live very close to a dog park, as in I can see it from my home! My dogs play in the house constantly, as well as going on regular walks and trips to the dog park!
About: I offer more than just basic pet sitting—I provide personalized, attentive care tailored to your pet's unique needs and personality. With hands-on experience with puppies! I enjoy working with puppies to maintain the good habits you are establishing. I also have experience in senior pet care, as my current pet is a 13 year old Golden Retriever. I promise your older pets will get the gentle handling, medication support, and slower-paced attention they deserve. Whether it’s managing special diets, administering medications, or just giving extra cuddles and patience, I’m committed to making your pet feel safe and loved. You can also count on me for clear, timely communication and regular updates so you always know how your furry friend is doing. Your pet isn’t just another job—they're family. I will treat your pet the way I want my pets treated!!!! I am currently on summer break, I have a flexible schedule contact me with your needs! I can provide in-home or drop in care. During the school year I am currently an Elementary Education College Student. I am available on weekends and have flexibility during the week, contact me and we can discuss your needs! Caring for pets in your home allows them to stay comfortable and stress-free in a familiar environment. When I’m in your home, I follow your pet’s regular routine as closely as possible—feeding times, walks, play, and bedtime—so they feel safe and secure while you’re away.
About: I've taken care of taken care of dogs for family and friends for two years including feeding, walking them, and playing with them. I'm comfortable with all sizes of dogs. I have yet to meet a dog I did not like. I'm currently working full time, but I'm free on my lunch hour to let pets out on potty breaks. I'm also available after work for potty breaks and a walk. All pets would be loved and given plenty of attention. I would want to make sure the pet feels safe around me and I around them.
About: I have had plenty of dogs growing up. At one point I had 5 labradors and a papillon. My family used to foster dogs for the marines before they went to training. Right now I have 3 middle aged labs. Also for the past two years i’ve been pet sitting a cat and dog named Missy and Lenny. Lenny is a German Shepard and Missy is an Angola I currently work part/full time at another job. So I take care of pets before and after work since this a side job for me. As I said I’ve had a lot of pets in the past. I try to provide enough love and comfort for them to feel safe. As well as giving them enough exercise to be happy and healthy.
About: I've had dogs my entire life and I've been caring for my own and my friends/neighbors since I was 9. When I watch my neighbors' dogs, I walk them, play with them, give medicine (if needed), and make sure they're not lonely! I love the dogs I watch as if they were my own. I am 21 years old and in college at Minnesota State University (majoring in Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies). I love all furry friends and will treat them as my own. I have one dog who is 4, his name is Percy- he is a mixed breed that I adopted from BENCHS. He is full of energy and loves to run. I will be sure to keep your dog safe on walks and keep them happily entertained. When walking dogs, I make sure they're safe and will safely remove them as quickly as possible from a situation. (Example: The dog I'm walking doesn't get along with other dogs or has a high prey drive, I will redirect them somewhere else until it's okay to continue the walk)
“Wonderful! She obviously really cared about my pup and I was so thankful he had so much attention! Plenty of great updates and always timely.”
“I’ve just moved to Mankato and Ryan has been helping me with my two dogs Kiba and Pearl. He is such a reliable and very friendly dog lover. I can trust him with my two dogs, and that is something I don’t do a lot!”
About: Ive had experience of taking care of dogs at bella's house of doodles, potty, play and obedience training. I'm able to play or take dogs for walks and taking care of potty time. Im unemployed for the summer until the school year starts again take go back to working at an elementary school. My schedule is entirely free and only need a day notice for setting up times. I will not be watching animals at my place solely taking care of animals at the owners house or walking around in a close proximity to the house of animal. I'm able to take dog for as long or as short of a walk as the owner wants. I'll feed and water dog or cat at residence and if you don't want the animal to leave house then they won't and I'll care for of the animal were ever you want it to be.
“Madalyn was awesome! She took extra time to get to know our pups and sent us plenty of updates while we were away. Will reach out to her again!”
About: I have several years of experience from taking care of my own pets as well as other's. I previously owned a cat with a medical condition, so I have medication experience and emergency experience. I have a cat of my own and she gets baths, so you know I am not afraid of a pet being a bit of a handful. But, I added an optional bathing/nail trimming fee of $10, because cat claws are a work hazard. Brushing I am happy to do, every time for free. I have a part time day job, so I am home most of the day after about 11am. I don't go out much, so while in my home, your pet would have constant attention and supervision. My home has two bedrooms, and I converted my second bedroom into a pet room. It provides plenty of space for cats to hang out, including blankets, toys, and a big window to sit in and watch the birds. The bedroom is sectioned off by a gate, but my whole home is open to your pet if they choose to come out. The gate is only there for your pet's privacy, as we have a tortie cat and a corgi dog of our own. They are both very sweet and get along well with cats. We also provide litter box (not litter), food dishes (not food), and toys. But, always feel free to bring your own. And, never hesitate to ask questions!
About: I’ve had dogs at my farm my whole life (two up until I was about 10.) Currently we have a german shepherd husky mix! She’s an outside dog who has TONS of energy! When my aunt and uncle leave I take care of their dogs! 3 labs (one of each) and one is only about a year old! I work part time usually during the evenings! Dog care is a big priority for me so making sure they have everything needed is a must! I usually work 4-6 hours! Pets will have access to a big back yard on a leash (not fully fenced in!) In a clients home I will be respectful of their property while taking care of their dog to full-fill their direction!
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1. Juliet K.
“Our dog is very anxious so I know he wasn’t the most fun to deal with, but it took a huge load off my mind to know Juliet would be checking in on him while we were away. We liked getting the regular checkins, especially when we got a little info about how he was handling the separation, etc. We would definitely use Juliet again next time we have to travel without him.”
2. Shenice T.
“This was my first time using Rover. I’m so glad I was able to meet Shenice and she was able create a bond with my fur baby. I’m super excited to have Shenice watch my dog in the future.”
3. Sydney P.
“Sydney is amazing, our three dogs love her and always look so happy in all the photos we get. Sydney will definitely be our first stop when looking for someone to care for our furry friends. She has kept us up to date with everything and she is such a sweet human!”
4. Rachel W.
“Rachel and family loved our fur baby and we had full confidence in their care for her. This is the third time using Rachel and appreciate their care so much!”
5. Kaitlyn H.
“Kaitlyn offered tremendous service on short notice. Not only did she ensure our cat was well cared for during a home visit, but she also went above and beyond in sharing pictures of our pet, her food and litter areas, etc. Highly recommended!”
6. Adalynn Q.
“Adalynn was great. We loved the pictures and updates we received with each visit. One of our cats is very shy and doesn’t emerge for guests. He showed up regularly for her visits. Would definitely use her services again.”
7. Luella W.
“Luella took such great care of my pup! My dog tends to be nervous around new people so Luella and I did a meet and greet before I left for the weekend. My dog seemed to take things well and I couldn’t be happier! Luella sent photos each visit assuring my girl was okay while we were away.”
8. Onnika A.
“Onnika was the best pet sitter we have had in all my years of using Rover! My boys are high maintenance - one energetic doodle, and one special needs kitty. They require a lot of patience and willingness to learn - Onnika was up for the challenge and gained their trust quickly. She sent thorough updates and kept me informed of her schedule and how my boys were doing. I’m a helicopter mom so this was soooo appreciated! She has a knack for understanding pets feelings and needs. I cannot recommend her enough!”
9. Celeste T.
“Celeste is a lifelong friend of mine. She is amazing with animals. As a child I would go to her house and watch how she would care for her pets. I admired how she taught her goats to trust humans. You could walk in the barn and they would all come running looking for pets. She's good with not only her own pets but other people's. She loved spending time with my dog as a kid. We would play with my dog together both inside and out in the woods. If she lived near me she would definitely be the first person I'd ask to pet sit if I needed it. I know my pets would be happy and healthy upon my return.”
10. Karlee C.
About: I have owned between 2-4 dogs my entire life, ranging from small-large in size. I currently have a medium and a large size dog, both are friendly and love to play! My yard is unfenced, but I have access to a dog park just behind my home. I can offer any potty times and feeding times needed! I'm currently working gig work and do not have a steady job. I am home most of the time and can give your furry friend all of the attention they desire! I have 2 dogs that are very friendly and love to play! I live very close to a dog park, as in I can see it from my home! My dogs play in the house constantly, as well as going on regular walks and trips to the dog park!
11. Broderick I.
“Brody was amazing with our dog, Teddy! Right from the start, we could tell he had a natural gift with animals—calm, confident, and incredibly in tune with Teddy’s needs. It’s rare to find someone so genuine and attentive, and we felt completely at ease knowing our sweet boy was in such capable hands. He provided not just safe and loving care, but also excellent communication and reliability. We always knew what was going on, and Brody was great about updates and being flexible. It’s clear he takes his role seriously and truly cares about the pets he looks after. Teddy adored him, and so did we. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy with a heart for animals, Brody is your guy!”
12. Micayla M.
“Micayla has taken care of our cats and dogs many times and she always does a great job! She has walked the dogs, fed everyone to their exact specifications, scooped the litter box as well as playing with them and giving lots of attention. We always feel confident that she will take care of them as if they were her own!”
13. Elena R.
About: I have had plenty of dogs growing up. At one point I had 5 labradors and a papillon. My family used to foster dogs for the marines before they went to training. Right now I have 3 middle aged labs. Also for the past two years i’ve been pet sitting a cat and dog named Missy and Lenny. Lenny is a German Shepard and Missy is an Angola I currently work part/full time at another job. So I take care of pets before and after work since this a side job for me. As I said I’ve had a lot of pets in the past. I try to provide enough love and comfort for them to feel safe. As well as giving them enough exercise to be happy and healthy.
14. Kaitleen A.
“Kaitleen has provided pet care for our dog for many years. Our German Shorthair, Stella Loves Kaitleen. She has stayed at our house for a week at a time and will dog sit for us for 2 weeks this winter. Kaitleen Loves all animals and is a very Honest, Responsible, and a Caring Dog Sitter. She plays ball with Stella and takes her for walks. I highly recommend her for Pet Sitting or Walking.”
15. Lauren H.
“Wonderful! She obviously really cared about my pup and I was so thankful he had so much attention! Plenty of great updates and always timely.”
16. Ryan R.
“I’ve just moved to Mankato and Ryan has been helping me with my two dogs Kiba and Pearl. He is such a reliable and very friendly dog lover. I can trust him with my two dogs, and that is something I don’t do a lot!”
17. Meghan P.
“Our family calls Meg “the animal whisperer” she can calm down a screaming piglet, snuggles with snakes, can coax a scared, sick kitten out of a corn field but, her heart belongs to the canine~any breed or stray. She speaks lovingly to them while gently stroking their fur. She treats animals/dogs with respect and kindness!”
18. Madalyn O.
“Madalyn was awesome! She took extra time to get to know our pups and sent us plenty of updates while we were away. Will reach out to her again!”
19. Ninna R.
“Ninna is a very caring pet sitter and owner. She has taken care of my pets over the years and I have seen plenty of the pets she has cared for as well. She has plenty of experience and plenty of love for animals, big or small.”
20. Ainsley B.
“Ainsley does great dog care! She’s great at making sure they go out as needed as well as taking them on walks! Ainsley absolutely loves dogs and I trust her with mine explicitly.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Mankato on Rover as of Jun 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2025, there are 22 pet sitters in Mankato. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
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Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Mankato.
Rover makes it easy to find Mankato pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
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There are 22 pet sitters in Mankato on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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