Personalized care for your dog or cat - Backus

“Our dog Jazz has a hard time adjusting to new situation, so was not sure how the first day would go. Grace sent pictures right away showing Jazz had settled in. We would book with Grace again.”

Sharon K.

“Janet was kind, responsive, flexible, and great with the updates. Griffin had a great time staying with her, and we will gladly book with Janet again. Thanks Janet!!”

Carmann M.

“Our boy did an overnight with Krista, she took great care of him, you can tell she is a dog liver! Lots of walks and playtime with her doggies, definitely recommend”

David H.

“Nancy was so great with our high energy vizsla, Eddie! Eddie was so well cared for and had a ton of fun with Nancy-we will definitely try to have her stay with Nancy again in the future ??”

Cliff And Kari S.

“Diane provides great care and a comfortable environment for your family dog. We were hesitant to use anyone, but found Diane truly cares about Goose and treated him as her own.”

Joellen A.

“Winnie stayed with Kay for a second visit and had so much fun! She loves playing with Boomer and Kay takes very good care of her! I highly recommend Kay to care for your dog!”

Sue G.

“Ashley and family adopted Jedi as one of their own. They kept us up to date and in touch with timely texts and photos. I would not hesitate to seek out Ashley for pet sitting services in the future.”

John T.

“There is not enough things to say about my dogs stay with Mike and Nicki. From drop off to pick up the communication was great, and I knew my dog was in good hands with all the exercise he was getting and pictures I got throughout the stay. I would recommend them to anyone and will be looking for them next time I need a dog sitter in the area!”

Connor S.

“Dogs were happy. The facilities were great, and it was clear the dogs were well cared for.”

Jesse S.

About: I've had dogs in the house since I was a little girl! My boys really love dogs and have just as much energy! I want your pet to leave happy and ready to come back again! I am available on weekends, I am available on week days in the evening also. I just need to know your pets routine and can adjust as needed. I have plenty of space to walk your pet outside and can take them out as many times as needed. Our Rex sleeps with the kiddos and a wonderful snuggler and we love all this kisses and anuggles.

“Nancy was fantastic! She was extremely flexible and accepted the drop in visits on short notice. The picture updates she sent put my anxiety to ease. I couldn’t have asked a better person to take care of my cat while away on vacation. 10/10!”

Laken S.

“Ashley did a great job taking care of our elderly kitty!”

Sarah T.

About: I've owned & cared for pets most of my life & can't imagine life without fur people in it! I love all of their different personalities! I am retired & am home to care for your fur babies! I love to stimulate them both physically & mentally by playing with them & talking to them! I have a big yard, not fenced but your pets safety & well being are my number one concern. I would be at there side always

“Melissa was fantastic to work with! She was able to gain so much tryst from my cat, Sapphire, who is very shy and scared of people she doesn't know. She even went above and beyond to get my cat out of a small crawl space in our attic so she could get her medicine! Thank you so much Melissa!”

Tanya & Anthony B.

“Grace did a GREAT job checking in on my cat Jasmine while I was gone. She was very conscientious in assuring she was doing ok, and in her reporting to me. I will definitely look for Grace again when I plan my next trip!”

Bob K.

About: We have had labs for the past 14 years and Shitzu's for the past 30 years. Currenlty we have 5 Labrador Retrievers and 1 shitzu. We are currently working on training for Obedience and Rally for shows. Follow us on Facebook at Pinewood Lane Pet Resort Welcome to Pinewood Lane Pet Resort located in Pine River, MN. We are located on 20 acres, so we have a lot of room to run, play and explore. We offer 14 Kennels in our climate controlled facility, 4 of these Kennels with attached outdoor runs. Whether it's for doggie daycare, a weekend getaway, or the stay and play vacation, your best fur baby can enjoy their favorite activities in the comfort of our care. We offer home made treats, mental stimulation games, belly rubs, or let your dog romp freely in our spacious, outdoor play yards. Is hiking more your dog's style? Our hiking trails weave through our 15 acre fields. When your fur baby stays, we offer a fun filled day that will tire your fur baby out, it doesn't matter if it is for the doggie daycare or if it is for them staying a couple days. They will go home tired. If we don't offer your dog's favorite activity, let us know so we may add it to our program. Zachary is a full-time student at home and I work from home full-time. We are both able to work with the dogs throughtout the day and make them feel like they are at home but away from home when they stay and play with us. Our facility is attached to our home. We can host up to 14 dogs per night. Our doggy doors are closed at night to keep every dog safe andd feel right at home. Each dog is offered a raised bed, blanket and they are able to choose a toy to their liking. Our facility offers 3 fenced in large outdodor play areas. When any dog stays and plays with us, they are not allowed to go outdoors unless we are out there with them. Every boarder that stays with us, are required to have the following vaccines: Bordetella, Rabies and Distemper/Parvo Combo.

About: My experience with cats runs deep, from maintaining pristine cat areas during my shelter volunteer work to previously caring for my own special needs cat who required specific aromatherapy and lighting adjustments for his comfort. I understand how crucial a clean, calm environment is for feline wellbeing and recognize that each cat has unique preferences and routines. As a working professional who's cared for various pets throughout my life, I'll ensure your cat receives attentive, personalized care while staying comfortable in their familiar home environment.

“I highly recommend Janet to watch your pet 110%!! My puppy has high anxiety / separation anxiety and you never would have known it!! He had a great time 😃. Lots of pictures and videos throughout the day.”

Lori H.

“This is my first experience using Rover. My boyfriend and I were camping in Akeley and we needed a dog sitter for the day. Nancy was very communicative and sent pictures throughout the day. I do believe my dog, Holly, played hard because she is tired this evening. There were other dogs and they all seemed to get along well. I highly recommend Nancy.”

Wendy S.

“Jeannette and Zachary took great care of our little puppy! So thankful for such a loving dog sitter!”

Brittany M.

“Buddy really enjoyed his time at Diane's-- She did an excellent job with him across the 4 days. She was communicative, sent photos and flexible with drop-off and pickup times. A perfect option for a few dog free days while visiting the Crosslake area. Will definitely reach out to her again!”

Nichole N.

“Grace took such good care of Daisy! She came home very tired after a day playing with her and her pup! Will absolutely be using her in the future, highly recommend!”

Hope D.

About: I've had dogs in the house since I was a little girl! My boys really love dogs and have just as much energy! I want your pet to leave happy and ready to come back again! I am available on weekends, I am available on week days in the evening also. I just need to know your pets routine and can adjust as needed. I have plenty of space to walk your pet outside and can take them out as many times as needed. Our Rex sleeps with the kiddos and a wonderful snuggler and we love all this kisses and anuggles.

“Nancy is a great communicator, and an excellent dog walker. My pup is always excited to see her.”

Crystal Gail W.

About: Rised on a hobby farm so grew up with all sorts of animals. My very own puppy came to me when i was 12 years old and have had a fur baby pretty much since. Have had some training in puppy classes and obedience. Have work with Bark Busters of the Twin Cities. Over the last 6 plus years I have joined a pet service company based out of the Twin Cities who specialize in doggy day care, dog walks, pet sitting for vacation clients in their home and also in our home. Pets come first. Working from home gives us the flexibility to care for your pets 24/7. Plenty of exercise, play time and of course scratches and love time. When pets come into our home we treat them as if they are our own. Currently the big back yard is not fenced in, however that will be changing very soon. In the meantime we will be going on more walks and being outside with your pets on a leash. We have one furbaby, and he is definitely a spoiled baby. If for some reason our pets do not get along, we will have a separation for our pets to keep all safe and yet still make sure that your pet feels like they are at their 2nd home. We will customized your home habits as you request. Crated as needed or want by our clients.

“Our dog Jazz has a hard time adjusting to new situation, so was not sure how the first day would go. Grace sent pictures right away showing Jazz had settled in. We would book with Grace again.”

Sharon K.

“Our boy did an overnight with Krista, she took great care of him, you can tell she is a dog liver! Lots of walks and playtime with her doggies, definitely recommend”

David H.

“Nancy was so great with our high energy vizsla, Eddie! Eddie was so well cared for and had a ton of fun with Nancy-we will definitely try to have her stay with Nancy again in the future ??”

Cliff And Kari S.

“Diane provides great care and a comfortable environment for your family dog. We were hesitant to use anyone, but found Diane truly cares about Goose and treated him as her own.”

Joellen A.

“Winnie stayed with Kay for a second visit and had so much fun! She loves playing with Boomer and Kay takes very good care of her! I highly recommend Kay to care for your dog!”

Sue G.

“Ashley and family adopted Jedi as one of their own. They kept us up to date and in touch with timely texts and photos. I would not hesitate to seek out Ashley for pet sitting services in the future.”

John T.

“There is not enough things to say about my dogs stay with Mike and Nicki. From drop off to pick up the communication was great, and I knew my dog was in good hands with all the exercise he was getting and pictures I got throughout the stay. I would recommend them to anyone and will be looking for them next time I need a dog sitter in the area!”

Connor S.

“Dogs were happy. The facilities were great, and it was clear the dogs were well cared for.”

Jesse S.

About: I've had dogs in the house since I was a little girl! My boys really love dogs and have just as much energy! I want your pet to leave happy and ready to come back again! I am available on weekends, I am available on week days in the evening also. I just need to know your pets routine and can adjust as needed. I have plenty of space to walk your pet outside and can take them out as many times as needed. Our Rex sleeps with the kiddos and a wonderful snuggler and we love all this kisses and anuggles.