Dog Walking Merrlam Park

About: While I do not have a dog of my own, I love caring for and playing with my friend’s dogs and love learning their unique personalities. I’m currently unemployed and have an abundance of time on my hands to go for walks or play or stop in for a potty break. I have a fenced in back yard and two cats. I do not have access to a crate so if that is necessary, it would need to be provided.

“Abrielle provides playful stimulation for my active mini labradoodle,Luna, on daily walks. Luna is excited to see Abrielle each day and is calmer at home afterwards. Abrielle communicates clearly and frequently. She makes suggestions for Luna's care and gives extra time for special activities.”

Elizabeth L.

About: I’ve grown up surrounded by many kinds of animals, which has given me a broad understanding of their needs and behaviors. Caring for animals has always been a true passion of mine, and I always strive providing safe, loving, and attentive care. My experience has taught me how to create a comfortable and nurturing environment for every animal, ensuring they feel happy, secure, and well loved. I’ve trained puppies and had senior dogs. I do work a full time schedule and work flexible hours, I do prefer evenings but I can be flexible. I will try my best to be available to your pet care needs! Shoot me a message so we can discuss your pet care needs :) I do also travel by bus at the moment, it should be no issue with the care of your pets at all! With experience with Cats/Dogs of my own, I provide loving, attentive care, keeping pets happy, safe, and comfortable. I follow each pet’s routine and treat every animal like family, whether in my home or theirs. Growing up with many pets, I’ve learned how to meet their unique needs. I ensure they feel loved, secure, and well cared for.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats all my life. I was raised in Mississippi on a farm and we always had dogs and cats running around. I have two cat children, Gertie and Quill, but I also love dogs and have experience with older/difficult dogs. I especially love walking, so to have a little companion would be wonderful. Excited to meet them! I am available most week days after 3pm and all day Sat and Sun. I have meetings during the week that vary but I rarely have a packed schedule; perfect for potty breaks, drop ins, and walks. Pets need you to meet them where they’re at, so I always approach them that way. Ideally, that’s with lots of love and cuddles, but I’m happy to also just sit in the company of a sassy cat or a skittish dog. If you have rules, I’ll follow them, and if you have no rules, I’ll act like you do anyways. 😉

“Sophie has been walking our dog twice a week for the last few weeks and it’s been awesome! Sophie is always on time, is a strong communicator about what happened on the walks, and most importantly takes really good care of our dog. Our dog loves her and that makes me so happy. Thank you Sophie!”

Jane D.

“Tony takes such good care of my girl when I’m working long days. It’s such a comfort knowing she’s getting loved on and lots of playtime, and she recognizes Tony’s name with a pitty smile and thumping tail.”

Carly C.

About: ** Will be starting a part-time job in September, potentially moving to full-time after. I will have flexibility, so feel free to ask about walks and drop-ins! I will most likely not be able to accept recurring Rover requests for the moment though.** No matter the size, breed or personality of your pet, earning their trust and friendship (along with your own trust) is my top priority. I grew up in a multi-pet household taking care of dogs, birds and small animals. Since then, I have taken care of horses, anoles, cats, parakeets and my curiosity for getting to know an animal's individual personality has only grown over that time. I currently have two dogs: an Australian shepherd and border collie mix, both of whom I raised from puppies by myself. We are an active family, walking/hiking and in general spending time exploring the neighborhood for hours a day, traveling together for camping or cabin vacations in our free time. It's cliche, but my dogs are truly my family and as a long-time Rover user on the customer side, I understand what it means to have a sitter/walker you can trust while you're away. I love finding people who strive to understand them as individuals and who are sensitive to their needs. My border collie is highly sensitive and I have learned to work within his limits, giving him the stimulation he needs by finding more isolated parks to sniff around, mental challenges inside, etc. that keep him entertained while reducing stress. I am more than comfortable getting to know your own pets' quirks and finding ways to keep their days consistent and stress-free. Pet care is already at the center of my life, as I have two energetic herding dogs. We walk frequently every day to help burn energy -- I like to let my dogs walk at their pace so they can sniff around and stimulate their brains while getting exercise. As someone with pets I understand the importance of trust-building in drop-in visit situations. As your schedule permits, we can meet beforehand via a meet and greet to get a feel for your schedule and space, and how to support your comfort and your pets'. Pets thrive with routine, and I strive to support that.

“Tilia did a great job with our pups. She was very kind and generous with her time and made it super easy for me as the owner. I barely noticed her coming and going but I know the dogs got some good exercise in. I appreciate her flexibility with splitting the walk between our older and younger pup who walk at very different paces.”

Rachel L.

About: I am a current cat mom and grew up with an outrageous amount of animals ( at one time we had 4 cats and 2 dogs) and truly made me appreciate all animals. I watched some dogs throughout college and have pet sit for my sister on multiple occasions- i work from home 3 days a week and work super close to home so i would be able to get around quickly if needed. i love walks and usually walk for about an hour to hour and half after work and would love to be able to bring a doggy with me i work full time however only in office 2 days a week - i like to have outside time perfect for dogs to join me especially when it is nice out however a little rain never hurts. i work pretty close to where i live which means being around to take care of any animals is very easy. the weekends are pretty free usually and would love to be able to bring a pup for any adventures to burn some energy or have a cat to hang out with and kill time with some cuddles and possible treats and playing with toys currently having one cat it is pretty easy, she has way too many toys for one cat and has an automatic litter box and food bowl to make it easy sine she likes to wake up at 4am however i make sure she gets a great amount of attention with having play time every night, some other cats or dogs may not be into everything so i like to hang out and see what animals are like before doing new things so i dont stress them out and get them to like me first and be on common ground before starting any negotiations with them about walks or treats or pets

About: I have cared for every breed of dog from small terrier to beagle to st Bernard's and pit bulls since the age of 8. I am a lifelong pet person who has cared for both family members pets, my own pets, as well as the pets of friends, neighbors and collies. Worked extensively with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, snakes and fish. I have an incredibly flexible schedule as I work remote and am able to fit in most times of convenience if scheduled ahead of time. I have dependable transportation and can work from anywhere in the twin cities (or country for that matter) if the job called for it. I am a retired military veteran having honorably served 20 years in the MNARNG. I have served both overseas and domestic tours. I am a proud community activist, veteran advocate, and behavioral and cognitive skills trainer. I have degrees in law enforcement and criminal justice, as well as certificates in private security. As I mentioned I have flexibility in my schedule and just need to be notified in advance of when my services are needed. Dog walking I can drop in and provide such service anywhere in the cities, and times are flexible if notified in advance My home has two levels, plenty of space, a balcony and fenced in front yard. I have a backyard as well. The home is clean and can ensure the pets continued safety and comfort. I am willing and able to commute to pet sit in the event of a client working or being out of town. There is a cat in my home who is good with other animals and very friendly himself.

“Katherine was wonderful with Huey! Very reliable and fantastic communication. Highly recommend!”

Kelly F.

“Molly was such a joy to work with and went above and beyond to give our dog a much needed break and extra attention in the middle of the day. We will use her again in a heartbeat!”

Sara B.

“Johanna was a lifesaver for us over the past two weeks! She was communicative, reliable, and so very sweet with our pup when taking her for daily walks. We’ll certainly be booking her again.”

Jamie E.

“SO wonderful with our energetic rescue dog! We needed someone to walk her during the week of Christmas/NYE (while we had our hands full with a toddler and newborn)…Patrick took her on daily walks and returned a well-behaved and tuckered out dog to us. Absolutely perfect!”

Hannah N.

“Was worries at first that my boy Bear was barking so much but Phenix got him calm and had a good walk with him! Bear can't wait to see them again 💕”

Bekah B.

“Lisa was wonderful with our timid rescue pup. She took the time to let our girl warm-up to her, and by the end of the week’s walks, she got a tail wag!”

Caitlin B.

“Allison responded so quickly the night before I needed last minute help with Luna during a long work day. We loved seeing all of the photos of their walks. Thanks so much!!”

Hazel B.

“Laura has been excellent - you can tell she loves animals! She is great with the dog that she walks for us. She is dependable, great with communicating and responses!”

Julie & Steve E.

“Annette was delightful. She asked good questions to get to know my dog Lady, left great feedback notes, and communicated regularly. I could tell Lady was happier when I got home. I would def recommend her as a walker!”

Jess A.

About: I have grown up around pets all of my life, having had multiple dogs and cats throughout. As a teenager, I would be trusted by neighbors to sit multiple pets at a time while they went on vacation. More than that, I am familiar with senior pet care and administering oral medicine. I am currently working part-time so I am available and ready to handle pet care most days of the week, including weekends. More, I am able to do early morning and late night care. I can create a safe environment for your pet by finding their comfort and acknowledging what they need within the home. Likewise, on walks, I am able to handle large dogs and other animal contact, making sure your pet stays safe in my care.