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Nia R.

Whittier, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 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.

Nia 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
Takes only 1 client at a time

Nia can care for

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

Availability

I work full time 9AM - 5PM, Monday through Friday. I’m available most weekends and weekday evenings for check-ins and walks. I don’t mind early mornings or late evenings.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Nia R.

Communication

62% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My dogs were on strict specialty diets, so I made their food from scratch. They both got two 15-30min walks daily and I made frozen dog treats to keep them stimulated while I was away. I understand each pet and home requires different care. I like to make sure rules and routines are respected while leaving time for bonding and play.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nia R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know ahead of time if your dog has any special needs or medications. Please also let me know if your pet has a tendency to pull or be reactive around other dogs when on walks. I’ll keep treats on hand for positive reinforcement and will make sure to steer clear of other dogs on our route.

A typical day

I like to engage and play with dogs I’m checking in on to make sure they feel comfortable around me and eventually build trust. I prefer to take scenic routes for walks! If you’re comfortable, your dog can jump in the car with me and we can take a nice lap around a lake!

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Nia R.'s Neighborhood

☀️Pet sitter for your weekends away

Pet care experience

Hi, I'm Nia ☺️✨ I've been a dog owner, lover, and caretaker for 15+ years. When I'm caring for someone else's pet, I like to get to know their personalities and temperaments to make sure they're comfortable around me, which allows me to give them the best care. I have experience following special feeding instructions, administering medications, and caring for dogs that need a little extra patience (joint issues, reactivity, anxiety, etc.). I work 9-5, Monday through Friday, so my weekends are wide open. For boarding, if you book Sat and Sunday all day, you can drop off Friday evening after 6 and pick up Monday morning before 8am! ☺️

Reviews

Erin M.
Boarding • Jul 05, 2026
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Nia had wonderful communication and treated our dog so well. Would definitely recommend!!!

Tera G.
House Sitting • Nov 06, 2023
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Nia was great with Blue. The had many walks together and Blue loved the cuddle time.

Leah R.
Jul 09, 2023

Nia is always wonderful with my dog, Tupp! She was a natural with Tupp from the start. She is a responsible dog walker and I know my dog is safe when they're out and about.

Trey P.
Jun 23, 2023

Nia is wonderful, my dogs absolutely adore her. She’s attentive and punctual and treated my pups with as much love as I would. I highly recommend her!

About Nia R.

Communication

62% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My dogs were on strict specialty diets, so I made their food from scratch. They both got two 15-30min walks daily and I made frozen dog treats to keep them stimulated while I was away. I understand each pet and home requires different care. I like to make sure rules and routines are respected while leaving time for bonding and play.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nia R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know ahead of time if your dog has any special needs or medications. Please also let me know if your pet has a tendency to pull or be reactive around other dogs when on walks. I’ll keep treats on hand for positive reinforcement and will make sure to steer clear of other dogs on our route.

A typical day

I like to engage and play with dogs I’m checking in on to make sure they feel comfortable around me and eventually build trust. I prefer to take scenic routes for walks! If you’re comfortable, your dog can jump in the car with me and we can take a nice lap around a lake!

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Nia R.

Whittier, Minneapolis, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews