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Payton K.

Star Sitter

Minnetonka, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
149 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.

Payton can look after

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

Availability

I am a full-time beekeeper, which means that I am very open in the winters and less so in the summers. I can come over during my lunch breaks to hang out or walk your furry friend, and also stop by in the mornings to provide enrichment and company.

Available
Not available
MTWTFSS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Payton K.

Communication

11 repeat pet owners
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

As a former zookeeper, I have extensive experience ensuring that a safe environment has been provided for the animals in my care. You can be assured that any rules or safety measures you have set in place, will be followed by me.

Information Payton K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there is anything special about your pet. Whether that is some of their quirks or preferences, as well as what their daily schedule looks like.

A typical day

I provide a well-balanced day with your furry friends, that would include enrichment, exercising, and social time. I always love to try new enrichment activities with animals, to find out more about their personalities and preferences.

Location

Minnetonka, MN

Payton K.'s Local Area

Pets

Payton K. has Star Sitter status

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

Animal Care from a Former Zookeeper

Pet care experience

So grateful for all the furry friends I get to spend time with each week! This has caused for my schedule to be quite packed on Tuesdays and Thursdays over the lunch period. I’m still accepting new clients on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays all day or in the early mornings on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thank you for your understanding 🤗🐶🐱 I have dedicated many years of my career to taking care of various kinds of animals. I have cared for dogs since I was 8 years old, my own as well as friends. I was also a volunteer at a humane society for two years. I was one of their dog walkers and dog play pals. During that time I worked with puppies, active, slow, disabled, large, small, and senior dogs. I have cared for cats, coral tanks, hamsters, guinea pigs, mice, birds, snakes, lizards, frogs, hermit crabs, various fish for friends and colleagues. In my professional career as an animal caretaker at various aquariums and zoos, I have provided care for anything from corals to Bottlenose dolphins. I have been trained in providing basic animal care, basic animal training, aquarist techniques, as well as enrichment practices. As you can see, I have made it my life's mission to provide high quality care for any pet or animal in my care.

Reviews

Alexa M.
Dog Walking • janv. 08, 2026
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New user to Rover here… I needed a last minute dog walker for my 4 month old puppy for a couple of days while I was working the evening shift and Payton was amazing! I’m very cautious about who I trust to come into my home and care for my dog, especially since he’s still a puppy, and she immediately put me at ease. She was flexible, reliable, communicative, and handled my little guy with so much care. The best part was that she sent me pictures of him while I was at work, which I really appreciated. When I came home, he was happy and calm. I felt completely confident leaving him in her hands. Highly recommend for anyone in a pinch or just in general!!

Tim G.
Dog Walking • déc. 22, 2025
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Payton is a wonderful dog walker. I can’t recommend her enough?

Tim G.
Dog Walking • déc. 16, 2025
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Payton is an incredible dog walker. She’s caring, dependable and super communicative.

Tim G.
Dog Walking • déc. 09, 2025
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Payton is so incredible. She’s been walking our dogs and is just so reliable and loves our dogs.

About Payton K.

Communication

11 repeat pet owners
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

As a former zookeeper, I have extensive experience ensuring that a safe environment has been provided for the animals in my care. You can be assured that any rules or safety measures you have set in place, will be followed by me.

Information Payton K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there is anything special about your pet. Whether that is some of their quirks or preferences, as well as what their daily schedule looks like.

A typical day

I provide a well-balanced day with your furry friends, that would include enrichment, exercising, and social time. I always love to try new enrichment activities with animals, to find out more about their personalities and preferences.

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Payton K.

Star Sitter

Minnetonka, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
149 reviews