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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia L.
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Cynthia L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 115 reviews
42 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Faribault, MN, 55021

“Marlo loved her stay! We loved the pictures and how accessible Cynthia was. The property is big and safe. Our little 5 lb Yorkie fit right in with their dogs and cats. We felt very good when leaving our puppy there. Thank you so very much!”

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Julie B.
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Lisa & Drew R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Elko New Market, MN, 55054

“Drew & Lisa took wonderful care of our dog Lucy, sending regular updates on her wellbeing, and offering great communication. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda & Michael S.
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Amanda & Michael S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“We had a great stay with Amanda and Michael! Our dog was there for 9 nights and we got updates daily as well as they reached out with any questions or concerns that came up which I really appreciated! Our dog came back happy and they seemed to treat her like family.”

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Becky M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 194 reviews
84 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Lakeville, MN, 55044

“Becky is the best! My oldest dog loves going there and gets excited as soon as we pull in the driveway, and she welcomed our newer younger nervous dog who seemed to do well! We are so grateful to have found her!!”

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Paula B.
Sitter Profile Image: Alecia & Todd P.
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Alecia & Todd P.
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$49
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 72 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Burnsville, MN, 55337

“Alecia was really great! We were gone for an extended trip and never once felt worried about our pup.we knew she was in good hands and it wasn’t long before she was completely settled in. We will be reaching out in the future to rebook!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Liana & Dan S.
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Liana & Dan S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“I typically book with a daycare center but due to the amount of time we would be gone, we feared he would suffer from anxiety and loneliness. So we decided to book with a home daycare to ensure he received more personal care. They did an awesome job with Jake. Seemingly, he was treated like their own with lots of cuddle time. They provided daily updates and included cute photos. They were flexible with drop off and pick up times. I would definitely use them again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Allison & Michael B.
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Allison & Michael B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Absolutely lovely and fantastic folks! Our dogs seemed to have it all - comforts, playtime, activity. They were also helpful with some medication during our dogs' stay. They were attentive, sent regular updates with pictures and videos, and quick to communicate when planning. Definitely recommended!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth D.
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Elizabeth D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
9 repeat clients
33 years of experience
Farmington, MN, 55024

“Elizabeth and her family were great. She made sure to help Diesel get around the house since he is a senior dog and I received plenty of pictures so I could make sure he was settling in ok.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Angela C.
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Angela C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
7 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Rosemount, MN, 55068

“Our dogs love Angela! We have a 12 year old lab and a 4 year old lab (who never runs out of energy). This lab doesn't like daycares and gets anxious but she RUNNNSSS up to Angela's door when we go there. And Angela takes her running with her! It's bittersweet to leave a great review because she's earned it but I don't want to compete for her availability. 🤣”

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Sitter Profile Image: Robin M.
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Robin M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 23 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Elko New Market, MN, 55020

“Robin is truly an animal whisper. She took such good care of my Daisy for a week. She was great at sending me daily updates with pictures and gave her extra snuggles. I would definitely recommend Robin and I will be using her again. She was very accommodating with our drop off times and pick up.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alka & Rajeev G.
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Alka & Rajeev G.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 57 reviews
13 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

“Alka and Rajeev are so easy to talk to and always give prompt responses. They have a big fenced yard so our dog really enjoyed his staying in their home. They have so many tears of experiences so we were pretty confident that our dog is in good hands. Highly recommended!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ann K.
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Ann K.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Savage, MN, 55378

“Ann goes above and beyond. She gives walks and snuggles, sends pictures and we know that Lenny was so well cared for. This is such a great service and we are very appreciative.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie & Zach K.
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Katie & Zach K.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 467 reviews
165 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Shakopee, MN, 55379

“Katie was a fantastic sitter! She was excellent at communicating with us and providing updates while we were away. Katie ensured our puppy felt at home in her space. We will definitely book with her in the future.”

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Annie L.
Sitter Profile Image: Julie & Ben K.
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Julie & Ben K.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 102 reviews
26 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Bloomington, MN, 55420

“Thank you so much for taking care of Navi this weekend!!!! :) It's always nice to see him stay with people that care about Navi just as much as i do :)”

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Marine B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 86 reviews
20 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakeville, MN, 55044

“Very satisfied with Lucy’s stay with Marine. Marine took good care of Lucy. Marine was in contact with me through messages and sending pictures every day. I highly recommend Marine to anyone looking for a sitter.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christy & Dennis M.
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Christy & Dennis M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 158 reviews
78 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Bloomington, MN, 55437

“Christy and Dennis took great care of our mini poodle. They have a calm, quiet environment which is important for our dog. They provided daily updates while we were gone and were quick to respond to questions prior to our booking.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Whitney H.
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Whitney H.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 274 reviews
92 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lakeville, MN, 55044

“Absolutely wonderful service! Great care and love as if our fur babies are hers! Definitely 10 out of 10 would recommend and will definitely be using Whitney again! Thank you so so so so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Darcie P.
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Darcie P.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076

“We absolutely loved having Darcie and her family watch Oliver! We got updates every day with several pictures or even a video, which made being away from him so much easier. It was clear from the moment we dropped him off that Oliver was being treated like part of the family, and he came home happy and well-loved. We are honestly obsessed with Darcie and her family and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We will definitely be using Darcie again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who will love their dog like their own!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lonni & Steven W.
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Lonni & Steven W.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
16 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Prior Lake, MN, 55372

“Lonnie and Steven were extremely welcoming and communicative during my dog Lucy's 1 week boarding stay. Lucy can be a little nervous, has anxiety around other dogs, and is picky eater, but they handled these challenges very well. I especially enjoyed getting pictures of her sitting with them on the couch and hanging out with them on the deck. They treated her like family. I highly recommend Lonni & Steven and would not hesitate to book with them again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan & Jennifer H.
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Morgan & Jennifer H.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
27 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Montgomery, MN, 56069

“Best. Rover. Sitters. EVER. We are so thankful we found Morgan and Jennifer for our sweet old snuggly beagle. They treated him like he was their own fur baby. Snuggles and treats and playtime. We got plenty of updates and videos. And when our family had a medical emergency during vacation, Jennifer and Morgan were more than willing to accommodate us however they could. Thank you!! We are so glad we have a place for Olaf to stay where he is happy!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Northfield is $45

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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Northfield

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Northfield is $37 per night as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $28 and $56 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 1,397 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Northfield. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

94% of sitters in Northfield can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Northfield home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Northfield.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Northfield. On Rover:

  • 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 94% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Northfield sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in MN ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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