Emilie A.
Central, Minneapolis, MN
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Emilie can host
Emilie can care for
Availability
The dogs have ample opportunity to play in the yard while supervised. We also go for walks if necessary, though I don't like to expose any dogs I care for to anything that involves risk, especially walks in the city which can lead to encounters with stray cats, unleashed dogs, traffic, and loud noises. If we go for walks, we generally drive to familiar trails in the suburbs.
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About Emilie A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 6' privacy fence that encloses the backyard; it was built with my (late) 5lb Chihuahua in mind, and contains my 85lb German Shepherd with no problems. The gates are sturdy, secure, and padlocked at all times. My entire home is dog-friendly; pets are welcome on furniture and my bed, and free to wander around as they please. I take special care to dog-proof the house; there is no way for dogs to access food on the counters, the cat food or litterboxes, or anything that could be dangerous to chew on. They're provided with plenty of toys for stimulation, including lick mats if desired. They always eat and receive treats only when separated from each other in case anyone is tempted to resource guard in a group. When I leave the house for work, dogs are separated from each other with pet gates.
Home
Information Emilie A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know their energy level, favorite treats and toy types, and what kind of routine they normally have. It's important for me to know how they behave with other dogs as well as cats since I have both in the house. Understanding their prey drive, whether or not they resource guard, and how territorial they are, is essential.
A typical day
Our favorite outdoor activity is hiking, and I love taking the dogs on adventures with me. Weather permitting, we go for a hike once a week, and a walk as often as possible during the week (providing your dog is trained for leash walks). With attention paid to dietary restrictions, dogs are allowed puzzle toys and frozen lick mats once a day--under supervision--in order to provide mental stimulation and decrease anxiety. Due to the physical risk, we do not spend time at dog parks.
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Pets
Emilie A. 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.
First Aid/CPR Certified-Fenced yard
Pet care experience
**CANINE AND FELINE FIRST AID/CPR CERTIFIED** I've had dogs in my life for nineteen years and believe them to be the best companions. If you have one, you know no one loves you like a dog does. Caring for them and fostering that connection is sincerely the most meaningful, rewarding part of my life. In the past, I have done end of life care for half a dozen dogs, taking care of most until the week they cross the rainbow bridge. This has either been in the form of a sort of hospice care, or continued daycare. It's an honor to be with them and their owners during this impossibly heartbreaking time. I have experience caring for lame, blind, and deaf dogs, those with canine dementia, and one with a neurological disease that involved special attention and medication for seizures. I pay special attention to dog behavior. If your pet is anxious or experiencing any health concerns I will communicate about it immediately, calmly, and clearly. In my six years of doing pet care full time from home, I have never had an emergency incident with a dog attack, or a dog running away. I am incredibly careful with them. I understand how important your pets are to you, and will communicate with you as I would want someone to communicate with me about my own pets. This includes 1-2 updates daily with photos, occasional videos, and anything interesting we did throughout the day. I will let you know their eating and sleeping habits, and any stressors they're exhibiting from environmental changes or your absence. **A note about my rates: My rates reflect my experience and diligence. They also reflect Rover's commission. As of 2025, Rover takes 20% from sitters, not including the 15% fees they charge clients on top of our rates. This means that although I charge $50/night for boarding, I keep $40. Also, sitters are independent contractors and as such pay 30% income tax, meaning I make $28/night after taxes. That said, I understand that pet care is not affordable for most. If you are interested in booking with me but find my rates to be unaffordable, please communicate with me about it; I would rather work with you where you're at than not at all. Thank you so much for considering me as your sitter. I hope to work with you and your beloved pet(s).
Cat care experience
Emilie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Emilie was great with our dog Linus! She was very responsive and lovely with our old dog. I appreciated her quick and thorough responses and care when walking Linus.
Emilie is the absolute best! My cat has the best care while I’m out of town, so grateful!!
Emilie is spectacular with my dog! She takes such great care of him.
Emilie was wonderful during our extended time away (about 2 weeks), caring for our rambunctious cattle dog mix and senior tortoise shell cat. She maintained clear communication throughout, provided updates and photos, and really seemed to help our pets cope with our time away. Notably, this was all during a deep freeze in Minnesota with several days of double digits below zero in a row, which meant our dog wasn't about to go for walks or play in the yard for extended periods. On this front, Emilie did training sessions with our dog to help with some enrichment/indoor activity, which we really appreciate. And amidst this deep freeze there was some shoveling, trickling of water to make sure our pipes didn't freeze or burst etc. All in all a really wonderful and dependable person to turn to if you need someone to watch your pets (and home).
About Emilie A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 6' privacy fence that encloses the backyard; it was built with my (late) 5lb Chihuahua in mind, and contains my 85lb German Shepherd with no problems. The gates are sturdy, secure, and padlocked at all times. My entire home is dog-friendly; pets are welcome on furniture and my bed, and free to wander around as they please. I take special care to dog-proof the house; there is no way for dogs to access food on the counters, the cat food or litterboxes, or anything that could be dangerous to chew on. They're provided with plenty of toys for stimulation, including lick mats if desired. They always eat and receive treats only when separated from each other in case anyone is tempted to resource guard in a group. When I leave the house for work, dogs are separated from each other with pet gates.
Home
Information Emilie A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know their energy level, favorite treats and toy types, and what kind of routine they normally have. It's important for me to know how they behave with other dogs as well as cats since I have both in the house. Understanding their prey drive, whether or not they resource guard, and how territorial they are, is essential.
A typical day
Our favorite outdoor activity is hiking, and I love taking the dogs on adventures with me. Weather permitting, we go for a hike once a week, and a walk as often as possible during the week (providing your dog is trained for leash walks). With attention paid to dietary restrictions, dogs are allowed puzzle toys and frozen lick mats once a day--under supervision--in order to provide mental stimulation and decrease anxiety. Due to the physical risk, we do not spend time at dog parks.
Emilie A.
Central, Minneapolis, MN