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Alyson Z.

Star Sitter

Lyndale, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
201 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Alyson can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Alyson can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

An adult is always home, myself, my husband Scott or our college aged daughter will be home if we have boarders. We treat each dog as part of the family!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Alyson Z.

Communication

103 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced in back backyard to play in and our home is pet friendly- couches are ok! Crates are not necessary unless needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Alyson Z. would like to know about your pet

I like to know personality traits. Special diets and any health issues. Sleeping habits and how they like to play and if they are ok with other pets.

A typical day

If okay with the owner, we like to go to the Lake of the Isles dog park. (all dogs need a license to enter) Or, we can walk around the neighbor hood and up to Painter Park.

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Alyson Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Alyson Z. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Loving pet care

Pet care experience

Loving and responsible pet care in our home. We have been taking care of dogs for over 17 years in our home. We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. We have had long-term, short-term and overnight clients and have provided care for pets with special needs (medication, diet restrictions). All animals are treated as part of the family, no crating is necessary. An adult is home most of every day. We have also provided transportation during stays to veterinarians, (physical therapy at the UofM Vet School) and dog groomers. We are conveniently located in the Uptown area with a fenced in backyard. Hope to see you and your pet soon!

Reviews

Kaomi L.
Doggy Day Care • May 17, 2026
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Took a last minute request for an early weekday morning. So grateful!

Michael G.
Boarding • Apr 11, 2026
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Alyson’s the best

E.S. F.
Boarding • Mar 29, 2026
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Alyson was responsive, and we appreciated her flexibility as flight plans shifted slightly. Bowie was scared getting dropped off (he thought he was going to the groomer), but she sent a message later that day saying he'd settled in nicely to the pack. The pictures she sent show a relaxed dog. He easily settled into his home routines, which told me he felt safe and secure in her care. A Bowie-approved sitter...would hire again.

Zach T.
Boarding • Mar 13, 2026
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Great communication and all around great sitter

About Alyson Z.

Communication

103 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced in back backyard to play in and our home is pet friendly- couches are ok! Crates are not necessary unless needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Alyson Z. would like to know about your pet

I like to know personality traits. Special diets and any health issues. Sleeping habits and how they like to play and if they are ok with other pets.

A typical day

If okay with the owner, we like to go to the Lake of the Isles dog park. (all dogs need a license to enter) Or, we can walk around the neighbor hood and up to Painter Park.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Alyson Z.

Star Sitter

Lyndale, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
201 reviews