Pet Sitting University District

About: What sets me apart as a dog sitter is my lifelong love and experience with animals—I grew up with pets of my own and truly understand the care and attention they need. As a dog lover at heart, I treat every pet like family. My passion for the outdoors means your dog will enjoy plenty of fresh air and long, enriching walks. I also have a special place in my heart for relaxed, elderly pets and am more than happy to provide the gentle care, patience, and extra snuggles they deserve. Your pet’s comfort and happiness are my top priorities. I am a Physician Assistant and have a wide array of availability. I keep my rover schedule up to date and frequently have evening availability during the weeks! I will foster a safe environment for your loved ones, making sure that all their needs are met! I am trustworthy and will put you and your animals best interest at heart.

About: I’ve been around animals my whole life: dogs, cats, hamsters, snakes, fish, turtles, you name it. I also work from home so your pet can get steady company and attention during the day, not just a quick in-and-out visit. Happy to water your plants during drop-ins too, so everything’s thriving when you get back. Friends, family, and neighbors have relied on me for years to feed, check in on, and snuggle their pets when they’re away, and I take that trust seriously. When a friend’s cat needed an emergency vet visit while they were overseas, I was there to handle it and keep them updated every step of the way. I also take direction well so if you’re working on training with your dog, I’ll follow your routine closely to keep things consistent while you’re away. I’m currently working from home so I am flexible with daytime walks and visits! I’m available for walks and drop-in visits, usually between 11am and 6pm I treat others space with the same respect I’d want mine to be treated with: I’m careful with entry access and making sure doors and gates are secure before I leave. I always double check food, water, and litter areas. If anything comes up, I stay calm, act quickly, and keep you informed the whole time.

“Simply the best. Courtney is kind, thoughtful, and meticulous. I could see in the daily photos how much my cat trusted and relaxed with Courtney’s attention. Thank you again!”

Jean E.

“Hannah was excellent in all the details and I will use her again!”

Katina M.

“I have had Tanya take care of my kitties a few times now and she is absolutely wonderful with them!! They are well taken care of and seem very happy when I return. She is reliable and timely with her visits. Her communications are the best, and I love getting the photos and updates of how they are doing. I am very happy with her services!!”

Susan A.

“Scott was great with Birdie and Mogie. Communication and flexibility were top shelf and both of our cats bonded with Scott right away. I would highly recommend this sitter and Scott will be my first choice next time I need someone to look after our cats.”

Christoffer H.

“Ciboney is so thoughtful and kind. We asked to schedule a drop in visit before our kitty’s extended stay and she was very accommodating- and so fun to meet! We ended up chatting over some tea. I absolutely trust her with my little one and recommend her :)”

Taylor C.

“Anna did such a great job! She took good care of my cat and sent me an update card and pictures for every visit. I will deifinitely be rebooking!”

Julia P.

“Ava was really amazing. She was very professional, and above all she was very thoughtful, kind and caring with our senior with special needs dog. She met with us prior to our scheduled drop ins so she was familiar with Cole’s needs and routines. She was an exceptional communicator, sending pictures and updating us with how things were going, and very understanding with our shy senior dog. We would highly recommend her and definitely look forward to using her again!”

Patti W.

“Emily was awesome - was on time - super easy to work with-Paid attention to details in the instructions. Sent regular updates and even brought in a delivery for me! My kitties are very grateful for her help !”

Kirk N.

“Abigail was great with my cat Pinecone! She took the time to find him and play with him during every visit. I get nervous about leaving him for longer trips, but I felt so confident in Abigail’s ability to provide amazing care for him!”

Chloe F.

“Ashley was very accommodating was able to book last minute and squeeze me in and still meet my kiddos needs. Communicative and fast response to any questions or concerns I had. Thanks”

Julian B.

“Sierra did a great job of showing up on time and caring for my kitty. I was really comfortable with her during our meet and greet, Peepers was too so I knew it would be a good fit. I will definitely look for Sierra’s availability next time I need to travel. Thanks!”

Candyce A.

About: I’ve grown up around dogs and absolutely love caring for them! I currently have a Golden Retriever puppy of my own, so I’m very comfortable with puppies, potty training, walks, playtime, feeding routines, crates, and all of the energy that comes with younger dogs. I also have experience with adult dogs of different sizes and personalities. I know how important it is to have someone you trust caring for your pet, and I’ll always treat your dog with the same patience, attention, and love that I give my own. I work Thursday-Sunday afternoons or evenings as a server. Here is a rough overview of my class schedule: Mondays: done by 10:30 Tuesdays: done by 12:00 and class again from 4-5:15 Wednesday: done by 10:30, class again from 6-9pm Thursday: class from 10-12:45 Friday: done by 10:30 Right now I live in an apartment, so id be able to stay at your house. I’m very used to staying overnight at other people houses

About: I’ve taken care of small to medium dogs since I was about 14! I’ve helped with medication. I have changed senior dog diapers. I’ve dog sat many different breeds! I’m currently going to school full-time, so during the week I can provide pet care in the evenings! During the weekend I can provide pet care every other Saturday and every Sunday anytime! I can offer your pets a calm, safe, and patient care. I am also able to play around and engage with your pets! Whether your pet needs a quiet care giver or a pet that loves to play, I can be there!

“Clara did a fantastic job of taking care of my two cats, when I returned they were the same happy cats as when I left. She was great about communicating about what was going on with the cats and I got to see pictures of them frequently, which assured me that they were in good hands. I highly recommend her services.”

Lauren H.

“Amber did a great job taking care of our cat. She was punctual, reliable, and dependable, and she provided plenty of detailed updates and photos after each visit. My husband and I felt our cat enjoyed his visits with Amber. She was also very respectful of our home and left it the way we had left it.”

Taylor Y.

“Kristi has taken incredible care of our two cats several times now. This last time, we had some complications with the door lock to our unit, which required some complex coordination to resolve. Kristi was very responsive and helpful in solving the problem, even running across town to pick up a new emergency key for us! Then, when one of our cats was having a medical issue, she dealt with it perfectly, kept us in the loop with updates and videos, and spent extra time with them to make sure everything was okay. The cats love her and look forward to her visits. Hard to imagine using anyone else!”

Chad & Cozy M.

About: I've been caring for neighborhood pets since I was 13, and now I’ve been all over the Minneapolis area! My family rescue dog and elderly cat are my babies, they make me the best temporary pet parent I can be for you. I lost one of my elderly cats rather suddenly this fall, so I can say I definitely understand the anxiety of being away from your pets especially those with health issues or behavior quirks. I do what I do because of her, and as a Minneapolis transplant away from my animals, I am more than happy to spend time with yours! I work part-time, though my hours fall in the 9-5 window. However, there is flexibility for me to work remotely for part or sometimes full days with advance notice, depending on the project. I can usually accommodate whatever exercise your pet needs! I am also a dancer, so if your dog has acute health issues or requires constant supervision, we may not be the best fit, as training does require me to be out of the house in the evening. No 4-hour rehearsals right now, but I do take class most days of the week. I'll do my best to stick to a comfortable, consistent routine for your pet and make sure they get all the proper attention and love they need while you are gone. I'm happy to accommodate any medication or feeding requirements.

“Darwin was extremely responsive and did a great job checking in on my cats while I was on vacation. He gave me peace of mind to relax and know that my cats would be well loved and looked after. Thanks Darwin!”

Marcos G.