Dog Walkers in Paynesville, MN

“Maureen has been walking our dog for the past several weeks. There are not enough words to describe how amazing she is with our precious pup! She is flexible, accommodating and a skillful communicator. She has handled our sometimes difficult to walk dog adeptly. It’s evident she loves her work. Will book again for sure! Also - if she ever wanted to get a side job as a photographer, she easily could. She captures the most gorgeous pictures!”

Victoria L.

About: I can give medications if needed. I am great with seniors who are in pain. I rub there joints, spend extra quality time on the floor playing with there toys.. I give them extra time to play. I specialize in Special needs. I help with Potty training and anxiety. Alot of animals have separation anxiety. I try to calm them and assure them. I love Learning new likes and dislikes. I will go for walks and play in the water, throw the ball around. My younger furry friends we can go run. Play outside. Go to the doggy park. I make home made healthy treats. I do praise them all. I live for my pets. They are just like my kids. There needs come first. This is my career. I wouldn't change it for the world! My home is descent size. 3 bedrooms. There are plenty of beds for your furry friends to jump up on. We have water and a park close by. Plenty to do.

About: Avid animal lovers- dogs and cats alike! We have had several breeds of dogs and have experience with dogs with blindness, deafness, both blind and deaf, and severe anxiety. If your dog wants to hop on our couch, crawl up in our laps or sleep next to us in bed, we will gladly allow room! My day to day career consists of over a decade of hospital based pharmacy experience. I am comfortable administering any medications your dog may require! I also have extensive rescue and lost dog volunteer experience which created a foundation of understanding with various breeds. At this time we generally only accept one boarding family per night. I am able to accommodate both dog selective and dog reactive dogs, providing a stress free opportunity for your family to step away. I am a mom to three children and I work from home. I am available generally at a moments notice and can accommodate to your pets specific schedule to cause as little stress as possible. Any pets boarded in our home can expect to have a human home a minimum of 20 out of the 24 hours in a day.

About: I am well-equipped to care for dogs with unique needs, such as anxiety, special diets, and daily medication. Senior dogs in need of special care. I currently have availability Monday-Sunday. I currently work for a salon as an esthetician part time but I am pretty flexible for the most part. My services include playtime, walks, and complimentary treats for your dogs. Medication administration if needed, Exercise is essential in my care for younger aged dogs, as well as dogs that require special diets.

About: I'm a teacher and an animal lover! I'm great at caring for others. 😄 We have two friendly cats and would love to host some dogs. I'm available most weekends and all summer. I'm available to board your pet most weekends! You can always reach out even if my schedule says not available. Those that have boarded with us love that their pet was clean, relaxed and well cared for. My kids love animals and your pet will be given a lot of attention. We have two cats that we love dearly. Our animals are part of our family. We hope to meet a few nice families that want their pets to get some extra attention in evenings or weekends.

About: I can provide a safe quiet home for your pet to visit when you’re away. I work from home and spend the days with our almost 8 year old boxer mix, Aggie. We love taking walks to the park near our home and we have a small fenced in back yard with a privacy fence. Aggie gets along with almost every dog and will sometimes play. She can be pretty vocal when she plays but is otherwise super quiet. She’s a great role model for younger dogs :) I work from home so I am usually home with the pets for most of the day. We take daily walks when the weather is good. We have a large dog crate if your dog needs. Our yard is fenced in and dogs wouldn’t usually be home alone for more than a few hours.

About: As someone who grew up with animals in the house, i view cats and dogs as an extension of the family unit. In having grown up with and around both dogs and cats, I have an inside knowledge on what is required to ensure your fur baby feels safe, loved and cared for. I will make it my goal to ensure that my home is a safe haven where your animals see it as a "home away from home". I initially got into pet sitting after having my friends, neighbors, and co-workers, ask me to watch their pets for a few days so that they were able to go on vacation, have a date night, go away for a business trip etc, and from there I've found myself continuing to assist going on over two years. One thing that has compelled me to expand my services has been the cost-to-level-of-care ratio and the hassle that Boarding has had on my parents, co-workers, and friends. As someone who acknowledges the constraints and the need and desire of pet mom and dads when seeking out care for their fur babies, I invite you to book with me so that we can make sure that your pet can feel as if they are at a "home away from home". I work from home and am able to dedicate the time, energy, and care required to take care of animals with a spectrum of needs. Dedicated room for kennels and boarding, fenced-in back yard, safe neighborhood, ability to take extended stays due to a flexible schedule, bathing, walking, and potty training

About: I’ve had family pets as long as I can remember, cats and dogs. Currently have the chillest cat I’ve ever seen. The whole family loves animals. I work as a teacher. Weekends are always open. Summer is completely open, home anytime. Great yard for animals to play, no backyard neighbors either 1/2 acre yard. I have a clean and orderly home to easily let pets feel not threatened or overwhelmed. Big back yard and trails, sidewalks to get out on. Park across the street as well. Quiet, secluded neighborhood.

About: *Note I go by Danny, but Rachel is my legal name. And then my partner Morgan sometimes helps me out on my visits. About me: I have taken care of cats all my life, and when it comes to dogs I've babysat more than I can count. I love them all. I can handle gentle types. Even loud ones. Let me know if they need special commands or to be talked to. I love to talk personally with the animals and just be with them. :) This is my primary job for now, so I would be available whenever YOU want. I also work with my 3 lovely cats on a daily basis. If I have your pet at my home, they will mostly be just for walks. We could sit and watch TV at home, or maybe learn something new? I like to grow with the animal.

“Extremely pleasant to work with! She goes the extra mile to care for your pet(s). Would recommend to anyone!!!”

Blake M.

About: I grew up with a dog and other critters and currently care for a dog, three cats, and a tortoise. I’m an avid animal lover and constantly donate towards local animal shelters. I can handle dogs of all sizes (currently own a Great Dane). I care for friend’s dogs while they’re away. I will also run with your dog if you prefer that over walking. I would also love to watch and play with cats as I’m both a cat and dog person. If you have other critters than a cat or dog I will likely have some experience and would love to care for them as well. Animals are a part of our family and deserve all the love and care we can give them <3 I can care for pets during the lunch hour and after work hours. I’m typically available most weekends as well. I can definitely be flexible with drop ins. I have experience with walking dogs of all sizes and am experienced with various training such as crate training, leash training, etc. I will be flexible with whatever needs your pet has or various routines.

About: Ever since I can remember I have adored animals. I have always been the person who would go over to a friend's house and end up sitting by their pet the whole time! When I became old enough, I started volunteering at my local animal shelter and pet sitting as much as I could. At the shelter, I walked dogs, spent time playing with cats and kittens, and helped clean kennels and cages. I have a senior dog and senior cat that I have had their whole lives so I have extensive experience raising and training pets, as well as experience with senior animals. I also have a rabbit so am familiar with different kinds of pet care as well! I am currently unemployed, though I do have potential offers in the works, so for now I have full availability! I will update my availability as it changes. Due to having 2 senior pets that hate all other pets but each other, I am unable to offer boarding at this time. However, I will provide any sort of care necessary for your pets in your homes! I am very good at following directions if you have a list for me, but I am also good at just knowing what goes into caring for pets, such as watching for potty cues and noticing when they need mental or physical stimulation.

“She did an amazing Job!! I have a big dog, and she did perfect with her! She responds fast, and goes out of her way! I would definitely recommend her!”

Jordan M.

About: I have had a genuine love of animals since a young age. During high school I was employed at a local animal boarding/doggie daycare. I have also been relied upon by friends and family to care for their dogs on an ongoing basis. I truly enjoy caring for pets and showing them love while their families are away. I currently don’t have a job. Im pretty open all summer but will be continuing school this fall in St. Cloud as a pre-vet major but can work around my school schedule. I prefer to take care of your dogs in their own home, this will ease any stress for your pets as well as your family. i will take excellent care of your furry family , and always respect your rules and your household.

“Mikayla did a great job with our very large, energetic puppy. We will definitely call her again!”

Jeannie C.

About: I grew up on a dairy farm and have been around all kinds of animals. I love spending time with dogs and playing with them. I have years of experience training puppies and also taking care of the senior ones. I'm the proud owner of an old English bulldog. I'm available any day, night, weekends, holidays and any time of the day. My schedule is very open to your needs and your pets needs. I'm very flexible for your household needs. I would prefer to take care of your pet at your house as that's where pets are most comfortable. I'm also able to bring them to a dog park if you would want.

About: Been around dogs my whole life. Grew up with Goldens and currently have Niko, hes a Berner. Worked at a pet grooming and boarding place when younger so comfortable with the in's and out's. Comfortable with dogs of all ages as well. Have extra room in the house for any special requests or accommodations. Niko has his own room and kennel so if there ever is a need to separate the puppers Niko knows where to hang out. Work from home Dog Dad. Niko is my life and He would not mind hosting. If I travel I plan it in advance so usually im at home working and making art. Relaxed home atmosphere. Fenced in backyard with tons of space to run. Dedicated room for the doggos, plenty of water (Nikos demand) and willing to work with meds and schedules.

About: What sets me apart is the genuine love and patience I bring to every pup I meet—whether they’re full of puppy energy or enjoying their golden years. I have hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages, including senior pups who need a little extra TLC and young puppies still learning the ropes. I’m calm, reliable, and attentive to each dog’s unique needs—whether that means administering medication, reinforcing training routines, or simply being their cuddle buddy while you’re away. I treat every dog like family, because that’s exactly what they are. 🐶🤍 I’m currently working a part-time job at the Dorthy Olson Aquatic Center so I have plenty of time in the morning before I head to work at 11:30, during our breaks, and after work at 7:30 to take care of your pup. I often have full days off where I can spend it loving your dog and taking them on walks. When I care for pets in a client’s home, my top priorities are safety, routine, and respect—for both your pup and your space. I follow your instructions carefully to keep your dog’s schedule consistent and stress-free, whether that’s feeding times, walks, play, or medications. I keep a calm, pet-friendly atmosphere and always ensure doors, gates, and any potential hazards are secured. I understand that letting someone into your home requires trust. I treat your space with the utmost respect—cleaning up after myself and your pet, keeping things tidy, and keeping you updated with regular check-ins and photos so you can relax knowing your pet is happy and in good hands. 🐾

“Sonny was amazing! She was quick to respond and took awesome care of Roxy while I was away for work. Highly recommend her services. She’ll leave you some fun pictures of your pup after every visit as well!”

Ryan D.

About: I grew up on a farm, raising and caring for many kinds of large and small animals. I have been a foster mom for the humane society and cared for many friends’ and neighbors’ pets over the years. I have experience with young animals, injury and illness care, seniors, and end of life. I am currently a homeschool mom of two teenagers and work part time in my own business. I have a very flexible schedule for days, nights and weekends. My home has a large yard adjacent to 3 parks and 2 blocks from a dog park. I do not currently have pets so your fur babies will have full attention! I am familiar with training, crating, and special needs - simply update me on what is best for your pets and I will accommodate!