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Meganne B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Good Thunder, MN, 56037

“Meganne was kindly able to book my puppy last minute. She sent photos and videos of him with her family throughout the time frame. If time and proximity allows it, I will book with her again!”

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Beth R.
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• 69 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56001

“Leaving my Ashburg and Dingo in the care of Beth and her family was the best decision I’ve made for my pups. She was nice, caring, and always sent updates on how they were doing while I was working which meant a lot. I would highly recommend Beth as a sitter.”

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Heidi H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
28 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56001

“Heidi and her husband were amazing! They took such great care of our dog and sent us a lot of updates which was wonderful. Highly recommend booking with Heidi!”

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Mary K.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
35 years of experience
Madison Lake, MN, 56063

“Mary was awesome. She sent us updates time to time. She communicated well and would definitely rebook her for Pluto.”

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Addison B.
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$34
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56001

“Addision was amazing with moka and sent pictures daily”

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Mimi & Nicole A.
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$30
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• 29 reviews
13 repeat clients
35 years of experience
St James, MN, 56081

“Miko was in good hands! He came home tired and happy because he got to play with a couple of other dogs during his stay. We also had to come home a day early due to bad weather, and she accommodated us with no issue. Highly recommend!”

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Trisha O.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56003

“Trisha took great care of my dog while I was away! I’d send him back to her again in a heartbeat :) thanks!!”

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Jacqueline G.
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$38
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20 years of experience
Gaylord, MN, 55334

About: I was the kid hanging out in the neighbors dog house when my mom couldn't find me. Ive had a number of dogs since early on. Currently I have 4 dogs that run our household. We treat our dogs with love and kindness and reward with positive feedback. I would like to believe that people want the best for their pets, and with my care they will be treated as you would or better. I work from home currently and have access to let the pups out as needed. The fenced yard is high. They love the space and freedom of no leash. I have a fenced yard and 4 large dogs that play well with others. I do have a separate space if nessecary to keep them separated. I like to engage with the pups to keep them busy.. Hopefully if we play long enough they sleep well for me and you.

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Aubrey M.
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• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56001

“Aubrey was a great pet sitter! She took care of my german shepherd mix puppy for two nights, sent pictures, went on walks, took her to the pet store and went above and beyond with communication! I would love to have Roz stay again if we are ever unable to bring her anywhere. Roz looked happy as could be too in all her pics she sent!”

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Jada W.
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$49
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Mankato, MN, 56001

“Jada did a great job with our dog. She sent many photos to keep us updated. Jada seemed to really love him like he was her own. She had a clean setting to care for him and he got plenty of exercise. I would highly recommendation Jada!”

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We were very pleased with the care that Meganne gave to our dear dog Lucy. She was also very responsive with her communication. We would turn to her again for dog care if the need arises in the future!

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Jane P.
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Meganne and her family were so nice and took great care of Sport. She listened intently to learn about his medication and made sure she knew what he needed. They took fantastic care of him and he enjoyed hanging with her dogs and being in the country. I recommend Meganne and family to anyone looking for a caring, open-spaced settng for their dog.

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Rapidan 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 Rapidan.

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

You and your Rapidan 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.

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