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Sitter Profile Image: Amy N.
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Amy N.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
299 reviews
160 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Brooklyn Park, MN, 55444

Amy did a great job taking care of Reggie. She sent numerous photos which helped remind us that he was okay and having fun. She also was immediately communicative. Reggie seemed to have a great time playing with all the dogs. He has been sleeping a lot since he came home!

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Arianna H.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
14 years of experience
North Loop, Minneapolis, MN, 55401

Arianna did an excellent job caring for Howie- she was incredibly thorough, communicative, gave timely updates, asked great questions, and kept thorough notes while watching my dog. I’d recommend her to anyone- even pets like mine with quite a bit of separation anxiety!

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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Saint Anthony, St Paul, MN, 55114

Robert was great with our family dog Izzy. She is truly a member of our family and we always feel bad leaving her behind when we go out of town and Robert did a wonderful job sending pictures and videos to let us know how she is doing. Would definitely recommend Robert and plan on using him again in the future.

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Gracie L.
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$35
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10 years of experience
Marcy Holmes, Minneapolis, MN, 55455

About: I've been around dogs for most of my life and had my own dog for 9 years, which gave me firsthand experience with daily care, exercise, and companionship. In addition, I've pet sat on two separate occasions for over two weeks at a time, caring for dogs by taking them on multiple walks each day, administering medication when needed, and making sure they received plenty of attention and affection. I'm very active and enjoy going on walks and runs, so I'm happy to provide dogs with the exercise and outdoor time they need. I understand that every pet has its own personality and routine, and I strive to make them feel comfortable, safe, and loved while their owners are away. My goal is to care for your pet as if they were my own. Pet care fits very well into my schedule. During the summer, I work part-time with flexible hours that are often outside of the typical 9–5 schedule, which gives me availability throughout the day for walks, drop-in visits, and pet sitting. I am able to adjust my schedule to meet the needs of the pets and families I work with. During the school year, I do not have a job, which gives me even more flexibility and availability. I am available most weekends and frequently have open time during the week as well. Whether your pet needs regular care, exercise, or companionship while you're away, I am committed to providing reliable and attentive care. When caring for pets in a client's home, I make it a priority to keep their routine as consistent as possible. I follow all instructions carefully, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, medication needs, and any specific preferences or rules. I understand that pets are most comfortable in familiar environments, so I focus on creating a calm, safe, and stress-free experience while their owners are away. I am attentive to each pet's behavior and needs, making sure they receive plenty of exercise, attention, playtime, and affection. I also keep owners updated with messages and photos so they can have peace of mind knowing their pet is happy and well cared for. Above all, I treat every home with respect and every pet as if they were my own.

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Robert S.
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$55
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4.5 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Whittier, Minneapolis, MN, 55408

Robert took wonderful care of our dog! He was very communicative, professional, and proactive about managing an unexpected situation that came up while we were out of town. He’s especially great with high energy dogs who love to run.

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Rachel G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
23 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Como, St. Paul, MN, 55108

We are a repeat customer and always check to see if Rachel is available when we know we are going to be gone. Love getting daily photos and updates.

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Kaylie V.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
11 years of experience
Elliot Park, Minneapolis, MN, 55415

Kaylie is great! You can tell she loves dogs! She kept me apprised with pictures and notes about Swervo. You and your pup/s will love her. I will hire her again!

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Briana G.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Willard Hay, Minneapolis, MN, 55411

Briana provided a stellar experience. She gave great care to our fur baby and communicated frequent updates while we were away. Will definitely be booking with her again!

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Jacquie & Kyle R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
192 reviews
63 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Willard Hay, Minneapolis, MN, 55411

This was our first booking with Jacquie and Kyle and we felt super comfortable leaving our dog for 10 days with them. We got lots of picture updates and she was clearly very happy and entertained and enjoyed playing with the other two dogs they were concurrently boarding. We’ll definitely rebook if the need arises again.

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Emily W.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Corcoran, Minneapolis, MN, 55407

Emily was the perfect doggy sitter for Martha! Lots of walks and playtime and cuddles! Made my vacation worry free!!! I will definitely use her for future dog sitting!!

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Adam O.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
ROBBINSDALE, MN, 55422

Kingston had lots of fun with Adam!! He didn’t seem overly excited to see me, which tells me he had fun while we were gone. Adam sent pictures of the fun they had on walks, and sent updates.

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howie i.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
421 reviews
120 repeat clients
11 years of experience
St Louis Park, MN, 55416

Howie and Betsy were so great with our puppy. You can tell they love dogs!! Yoshi was very well cared for and communication was super easy. I will definitely being using Howie again in the future

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Sitter Profile Image: Brenda T.
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Brenda T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
2 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Morris Park, Minneapolis, MN, 55417

Our pug LOVED his 4-day stay with Brenda and her family! Our little guy got along great with her two pit bulls and really bonded with their little boy. The dogs played and ran together in the fenced in yard. Our pug came home happy and ready to nap. Each day, I received a couple of photos with a brief update which I appreciated. This was a short-notice booking, and I am so grateful that Brenda was available. We will definitely arrange dog-sitting with Brenda in the future.

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Jessica M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
17 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Diamond Lake, Minneapolis, MN, 55417

Jessica and Grant were fantastic! Kirby had a great time with them and their dog, Cooper. Communication was excellent and we never once worried about Kirby. We will definitely rebook.

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Sally H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Standish, Minneapolis, MN, 55406

Sally was great with our senior dog, who we needed to find a sitter for last-minute. She is a great communicator and made everything stress-free.

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Alexis K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Macalester-Groveland, St. Paul, MN, 55105

Alexis was so wonderful and accommodating to my last minute needs. She took very good care of my dog and gave her lots of attention. I received daily pictures and updates, which was so nice. Thanks Alexis!

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Liam T.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
4 years of experience
Marcy Holmes, Minneapolis, MN, 55414

Was able to accommodate my pup last minute and took great care of her!

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Jonathan B.
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$35
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28 years of experience
East Isles, Minneapolis, MN, 55408

About: I have had pets since I was 5, anywhere from cats and dogs, to iguanas, macaws and birds of prey! My sister is a trainer for service animals as well so I have a little knowledge about them as well. I’m currently off of work due to a work injury and have plenty of free time to take care of your pets. I live a block away from the biggest lake in the twin cities so I can take your pet on a walk every day. I live in an apartment with a lot of space. There are screens on all of my windows, door is always closed and locked, and there is a door to enter the apartment complex as well so only tenants enter the building.

Sitter Profile Image: Doc C.
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Doc C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
569 reviews
156 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Standish, Minneapolis, MN, 55407

This was my first time using Rover and the first time Jerry was away from me or my parents (who usually take care of him) and I couldn’t have asked for better! The constant updates made me feel at ease and I felt so comfortable leaving him with people who seem to know plenty about dogs. Would highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Charlie M.
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Charlie M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
122 reviews
44 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Richfield, MN, 55423

Charlie did a great job watching Olaf! He was reliable, attentive, and made sure Olaf was well cared for. I really appreciated the updates and felt confident Olaf was in good hands. Highly recommend!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

What an amazing stay for my little Margot! Kaylie was very communicative and sent lots of great photo updates :) She was timely and I could tell my pup had a great time with her and her corgi! I will be using Kaylie again and would highly recommend her!

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Clara R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We really appreciated getting a picture of each cat every day while we were away, and that we felt they were safe and taken care of. I felt nervous while we were away, and when we mentioned that the one cat really likes being spoken too, she sent us a little video of our cat Tigger with her petting him and talking to him. Thank you Sophia for giving love to our cats!

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Emily
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10/10 experience Kathleen was very kind , respectful and was responsive ! Will definitely be booking again

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Abby K.
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Katelyn was super easy to coordinate and communicate with! The puppies seemed to have a blast and were happy to get some walks on the river

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Fiona E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily and her son were wonderful. My pup had an emergency come up right before my trip and I'm not sure what I would have done without their help. Thank you for being so good to my pups! I am forever grateful 🙏.

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Norma F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very friendly and took care of my cat Chaka very well, introduced him to new animals safely and sent pictures every day!

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Merie S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jillian was fantastic! She was great to coordinate drop off/pick up and sent updates throughout the stay. It's clear she has set a great routine for her puppy which means it's been a comfortable structured time for my dog. Thank you Jillian!

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Jonathan H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Our dog loves going to Lydia’s! This was our second time taking him. He loves playing with other dogs and he lives his best life. Lydia sends lots of pictures to help keep you posted. She was a huge help for our last-minute dog-sitter need too. Thank you!!!

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Lisa R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Celia took care of our 2 kitties again, and they were so comfortable and well cared for! It was short notice, and Celia made it work. Would definitely request her to sit them again!

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Wren B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jahaziel took great care of our dog Jim! He was very communicative and kept him busy with walks and time outside while respecting the need to be low-contact with other animals. Would definitely book again!

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Jessi S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Andrea and her husband took wonderful care of Penny! I could relax knowing that my dog was in loving, responsible hands with all the attention and fun she could ask for. If I wasn’t moving soon I would definitely board Penny with them again. 10/10 recommend!

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Joyce H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Aaliyah took great care of my kitten! She provided excellent care and will be using again! Thank you!

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Jamier S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Erin was fantastic with Pickles! She was super responsive throughout the whole stay and sent pictures that genuinely put me at ease. When my flight got delayed, she was very accommodating. Highly recommend and will definitely book again!

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Lindsay M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Al took great care of my dog for a whole week while I was out of the country. Would def have him watch my boy again and which is the highest praise one can give

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Michael G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kiara was amazing with my anxious cat! She was incredibly communicative and sent me updates every day about how my cat was doing. I'll definitely rebook next time I need a sitter!

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Nova D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Z is so tired! He came straight home and snuggled in on the couch with me after a night away at Jesika's. She's got an amazing place with a nice, shady, grassy area right out front for taking pups out and she's close to plenty of trails. I'd be more than happy to use her Rover services again.

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Lydia S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gabby and Tommy were so great with Betsy. They sent lots of photos, were extremely responsive, and flexible. And most importantly, Betsy had a great time!

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Christy M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was a great last minute sitter for Atlas! I received great photos of their explorations to new dog parks through this stay and communicated all the happenings. Thank you for your intentional care for the big guy!

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Stephanie A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Abdulrahman was great! He accommodated our super last minute schedule and was very responsive when texting, would book again!

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Gabriella
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Willy had a wonderful time with Madeline! We booked her again right away for the following weeks. She’s very communicative and sends lots of pictures to keep us updated. We highly recommend her.

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Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for pet boarding in Minneapolis on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $45 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

If you’re searching for a Minneapolis pet boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

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As of Jun 2026, 2,727 sitters provided pet boarding in Minneapolis. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, pet boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Minneapolis pet boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Sitters who provide pet boarding in Minneapolis have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 12 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Minneapolis.

Rover makes it easy to find Minneapolis pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet boarding is great for:

  • Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

There are 2,727 pet boarding sitters in Minneapolis on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Minneapolis, 95% of sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 92% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your pet boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.