Personalized care for your dog or cat - Central
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Central
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“We were very pleased with Catherine’s care for our dog Ruby. She was an unknown (besides reading reviews) when we booked her for a week and we were delighted that she sent photos and videos of Ruby’s interactions with the other dogs in her care. Communication is obviously one of Catherine’s strong points. We booked again right away!”
“Such a wonderful experience booking with Betsy! She was so sweet with our sweet Roland and would send daily pictures and updates! So lucky to find someone we trust to take care of our fur baby and will definitely book in the future!”
“She is very patient and is understanding & affordable . very nice and kind to my animal I would highly recommend her and looking forward to bringing him for future dog sitting !”
“Robert was great with our family dog Izzy. She is truly a member of our family and we always feel bad leaving her behind when we go out of town and Robert did a wonderful job sending pictures and videos to let us know how she is doing. Would definitely recommend Robert and plan on using him again in the future.”
“We loved having our dog stay with Brenda and her family. We will definitely use them again. She sent pictures every day,veas an excellent communicator and my dog was playing with her dogs when I came to pick him up. A+ experience! Thanks Brenda!”
“Kira took great care of our dogs and sent lots of photos during the visit; they looked very happy! They took lots of daily walks and excursions to dog parks.”
“McKenzie was great. My dog had such a good time spending the afternoon with her dogs. She sent pics of them playing together. I will definitely use her the next time we are in town.”
“Lan has watched my puppy Posie a couple times now and she takes such great care of her! She’s super accommodating- my flight was delayed this past weekend and she was very nice about keeping my puppy longer than planned. Highly recommend her!”
“Jessie was great! She watched my two dogs Violet and Kala and they had a great time and got lots of snuggles. She gave me updates and pictures everyday which really helped put me at ease while I was away.”
“Anika was great! She was able to help us out last minute & even allowed us to come over for a meeting & greet before we were gone. She took such great care of our dog & provided updates while we were gone.”
“This is long over due! Doc and Heather have been sitting for my dog for just over a year now. They are my go-to family when I am planning a trip and always my first choice. I get lots of photos during my trips, they are super communicative and flexible and I know Miles is safe and sound while I am traveling. Knowing I don’t need to worry is the best thing as a pet parent and I’m so grateful for how well they take care of my doggo when I am out of town!”
“Maya had a great stay with Kiirsten. Drop off and pick up were very smooth. We got multiple updates each day and lots of pictures. We’ll definitely use Kiirsten again.”
“Lydia was fantastic! She is very warm and welcoming and took great care of our 2 little Morkies. This was our first time boarding our dogs and Lydia sent lots of pictures and showed us how well they all were doing. It was very much appreciated and we will definitely book with her again!”
“Dolly really enjoyed her stay with Karina and Patty!! Karina took great care of Dolly and sent updates including pictures! I would definitely recommend Karina.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Central
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“Hannah was so sweet and caring towards my pet. It sounds like my cat had a good time and I felt so much better knowing she had someone great looking after her Hannah also let me know right away when I started having a maintenance emergency and was super helpful.”
“Jerome - Cat Sitter Extraordinaire!** I can't recommend Jerome enough as a cat sitter! For the past year, he has taken wonderful care of my cat, Bolillo, and I couldn't be happier with his services. From day one, Jerome has been incredibly reliable and attentive. He always communicates promptly, keeping me updated on how Bolillo is doing, which gives me such peace of mind while I'm away. It’s clear that he genuinely cares for animals, and Bolillo absolutely adores him! Jerome goes above and beyond, ensuring that Bolillo is not just fed and taken care of, but also engaged and happy. His warmth and kindness have created a lovely bond between them, and I feel so fortunate to have found someone who treats my cat like family. If you’re looking for a trustworthy and compassionate cat sitter, look no further than Jerome. He’s been a true blessing in our lives!”
“Marit took amazing care of my two cats for nearly a full week. She sent plenty of great photos of them playing together every day and was very easy to communicate with. Top notch care for my pets!”
“Great communication and care for our shy kitty! He usually hides from sitters but he came out for cuddles on day one of Anna’s visits. Felt great having him in good hands.”
“Andy did an incredible job taking care of our two cats while we were away. We got detailed summaries of each visit and lots of cute pictures. She made sure to play with them each time and gave them lots of love. It’s incredibly apparent how much our cats love her. We are so grateful to her and her daughter for helping us. Will absolutely be using her services next vacation.”
About: Hi all! My name is Aislinn and I absolutely love cats and making sure they feel cared for! My partner and I have two cats (Pumpkin and Peppa) and I have three years of experience with cat care. I love bringing a warm, kind presence and making sure cats feel calm and safe. Happy to do drop-ins to help with all things cat-related (ex. play, litterbox cleaning, mealtime, etc.). I'm new to Rover, so happy to connect and answer any other questions. Hope to meet your cats soon! :)
“Rob is a great cat sitter, he follows directions well and always attends to my Stella. They made friends right away. Ssure hope he’s available when I need cat sitting again! Thx, Rob😸”
“We love Sarah, more importantly Mylo our cat does too! He is very happy and we appreciate her time and dedication to him. We can vacation with peace of mind in knowing our Mylo is greatly being taken care of.”
“Clara has done an amazing job with my boys! She kept me informed with their shenanigans and tended to additional needs to ensure my place stayed clean and secure. Definitely recommend her services!”
“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!”
“Caroline is incredibly loving to the animals in her care! She visited my cat while I was away and gave her the live and cuddles my cat craved. I am very grateful for all the pictures she sent me as well, which eased my mind. I am very grateful for Caroline!”
“Andrew was extremely communicative, very attentive to our cat Niles’ needs, he took a lot of pictures of our kitty to reassure us, and went above and beyond taking care of our cat. Book him!”
“Natalie is so kind, very trustworthy and open to anything you need help with while you’re gone. She asked if it was Ok to bring along her daughter which was great, our kitty really seemed to love her! She played with her on the floor and gave her lots of attention. It is not uncommon for our kitty to hide when new visitors come over but this wasn’t the case this time! It was so reassuring getting photos of our pets while we were gone too. Our 3 guinea pigs were well taken care of as well. I highly recommend Natalie and we hope to use her again, Thank you!”
“Renee was the best!! Was super communicative with the check-ins and sent adorable photos. Will definitely check to see if you’re available next time I’m out of town, thank you so much!!”
“Jackson is a lifesaver with our dogs! We have a 10 mo. aus-shepherd mix with aggression and fear issues (wont allow strangers to come near us, or into the house or backyard). After a few visits with Jackson our dog is now so happy to see him each time! Jackson is one of the very few people our dog allows into our home, as well as to hang out and play with him and leash him for walks (if anyone has dealt with an aggressive dog they know the struggles, so to find someone we can count on for our pup is priceless). I would wholeheartedly recommend Jackson!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Central
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“First doggie sitter for our Harper and did we score big time!! Alyson is amazing. Harper came home happy and tired. It must have been a great time!! Thanks Alyson.”
“Catherine was amazing! She was able to accommodate a very short-notice request for daycare for our toy poodle puppy. He had a fabulous time! We can't thank her enough and are already looking forward to future play dates.”
“Emilie was so good to my dog, Walter. I felt really comfortable leaving her with him for the whole day. She sent tons of pictures of him while I was at work and said he played all day -- which was perfect! I'm definitely going to be rebooking in the future. :-) Walter was pooped once we got home.”
“Thank you Nyree, my Inosuke was so happy and comfortable in your home my son said Inosuke cried because he had to go home. You help me reduced my anxiety especially since this was his first day care. I appreciate you so much, highly recommend and will use again.”
“Kira took our 8-month old Pomeranian for the day and provided many updates and photos. Otis looked very comfortable in her space and with her dog.”
“Howie is very kind and took excellent care of my little man. Nigel seemed so comfortable and happy there. He gave great updates, and was very thorough with the plan of care when Nigel stays. Nigel will be staying with him every Wednesday!”
“Lydia has been so flexible with pick-up/drop off times and is willing to watch our dog on short notice. Mac absolutely loves her and I know he’s so well taken care of when he stays with her. Most times he doesn’t want to leave! We will use Lydia for as long as she’ll have him! ❤️”
About: We have a double lot that is fenced in with lots of squirrels in the tree for your dog to keep track of. There is also a small but fun little dog that loves to play and run around. When your dog gets tired, there are ample laps available for hanging out indoors. Experienced dog sitters looking to help out the dogs who don’t want to be home alone all day, or help you get out for a trip. We both have very flexible work schedules, and boarding and daycare can include walks, yard hangs, and precise food schedules. Walks are already built into a daily routine. I have a fully fenced in yard that is tall enough to keep most dogs from jumping. Depending on the dogs needs, I am happy to limit outside time to walks or supervised yard play.
“Aimee was great. Patient with our buddy when he was nervous and her yard/house were a good fit for our pup. Good communication. We will reach out to her for daycare again!!”
“Best sitters ever! Couldn’t recommend Karen and Ryan enough. Lambo absolutely LOVES when he goes over to their house and gets the wiggles every time he see them. Just proves how much they care for your dog like their own. They’re very flexible with my schedule and I can’t appreciate that enough.”
“Having recently moved to MN with a dog who has a challenging past and anxiety, I was initially worried for my dog, Benji. But thankfully, Benji is at complete ease thanks to Grace and Luke’s experience, care, and attention. In fact, he has so much fun and even cuddles with them! It’s clear to me that Grace and Luke go above and beyond for all the dogs who come under their care and I can’t recommend them enough. They are also just great communicators, listeners, and lovely people. Thank you so much, Grace and Luke!”
“Susie did an amazing job with our pup Quinn! She was very communicative and took great care of our dog. I highly recommend Susie for your pets care!”
“Jessie cared for our Bernese Mountain Dog for a day of dog daycare. She responded quickly to my Initial request. We had a nice meet and greet where Jessie asked a lot of good question trying to make sure that she understood the needs of our dog. The drop off and pick up were smooth. We also received a super summary of Koda's day and photos. Top notch service. My family would highly recommend booking your dog with Jessie.”
“Everything with Lisa worked out great! She was flexible with drop off and pick up timing. My dog had lots of outdoor time in the fenced in backyard to run and play with Lumi and Lisa. We also received updates, photos, videos throughout the day.”
“Stasia is honestly the best. I can’t sing her praises enough. My dog loves her. Stasia is great at personalized care for our dog and has outdoor space for her to play in too!”
“Michelle took great care of Maya, my sweet 3 year old pup! Maya is pretty high energy and has some anxieties, so when I picked her up after the FIRST DAY she spent with Michelle and her resident dog, I was delighted and shocked that Maya barely acknowledged me when I arrived (I normally get 500 face licks and zoomies). Michelle clearly is very experienced with a range of dogs and also has a great backyard. We will be back!”
“Amanda and Adam were so amazing with Winnie! Our dog is 1.5 years and has so much energy and they were able to tire her out! They gave frequent updates and photos! Winnie also had an upset tummy and they even made her rice ❤️ this has been our best rover experience yet!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Central
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“We are so grateful for Emilie. She is caring and detail oriented—the ideal person to look after our senior dog. Having her help has been a big relief when we need someone to stop in and take care of Lela.”
“Nyree was amazing, and I’d highly recommend her! She came every morning for a week to let my fur baby out of her kennel, give her breakfast, and take her for a quick morning walk. Leia absolutely looked forward to her mornings with Nyree, and I’m so grateful for the kind, thoughtful care she provided.”
About: Grew up in a household full of cats and convinced parents to get a dog when I was in high school. After high school started working with local rescue agencies to help find fosters and take care of animals. Experience in giving animals medication, dealing with behavioral issues due to anxiety or trauma, and being compassionate and patient with animals that are just scared or insecure. Currently unemployed so availability remains rather open. When working pet care happens around the same schedule I would use for my own animals while navigating a work day. Very respectful inside a home, I tend to clean before the service is finished as I enjoy leaving a place in better shape than when I found it. Great at blocking doors if your animals are escape artists!
“My dog Charlie is 50 pounds of energy very difficult to walk. I've only had her for about 4 months. She pulls and lunges towards other dogs and anything else with four legs. Lauren has handled Charlie very well and has been flexible with my changing schedule. I highly recommend Lauren. I trust her with my Charlie.”
“Marit was really helpful with filling a last-minute request to walk our dog! I appreciated the photos and communication and would definitely book Marit again.”
About: I absolutely love cats of all kinds. My passion for felines comes from personal experience caring for my own cat and family and friends cats. I adopted my beloved kitty, Bella, when she was just a tiny kitten, and I lovingly cared for her for 17 years until her passing last year. I miss her and the unique connection I share with cats, which is why I became a sitter—to bring that same level of care to other pet families. Through caring for Bella into her senior years, I became highly experienced in senior cat care. I understand that older kitties require a gentler touch, a calm environment, and extra patience. I am fully comfortable and experienced with administering oral and transdermal medications, ensuring your cat maintains their health routine seamlessly while you are away. I recently entered early retirement. This means I have a very flexible schedule, and can easily adapt to your cat's specific routine. I will provide them with plenty of dedicated attention, playtime, and love! I have a lot of flexibility and plenty of open time throughout the day. I can easily adapt my daily routine around your pet’s specific feeding times, medication windows, and need for company. During my visits, I focus on attentive care, safety, and just spending time together. I treat your home with total respect. I strictly follow instructions for feeding and prompt medication delivery. I spend the rest of the visit providing companionship, keeping the litter box clean, the water bowl refreshed, and giving gentle head scratches.
About: I have done pet-sitting and house-sitting since I was 12 for many neighbors with multiple pets, and also have my own dog. This experience includes following feeding instructions and specific medical routines for both dogs and cats, walking dogs, taking care of senior dogs, and general housekeeping such as fish feeding and plant watering. I love to run, and can run with dogs. I can also brush and wash your pet. I have three years of experience working on a small farm, taking care of cats, kittens, and rabbits. This includes feeding, watering, making bottles for baby animals, administering medicine, and cleaning out pens, enclosures, and litter boxes. I am currently available any day of the week or weekend from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. I can also do overnight house-sitting or later stays as needed. I will take extra precautions to ensure your pet's safety during my care. This includes checking all pets are accounted for when entering and exiting the house, staying aware of any other animals present, avoiding any dangerous roads or crossings, closely following any medical care specified, and treating all pets gently.
About: I've had 22 years of experience living with and loving black labs in south Minneapolis. I can accommodate dogs of any age. I love to be outdoors and enjoy walking. My work week is full; however, I am fully available on the weekends to dote on your pup. I am a teacher. From mid-August to mid-June my weeks are full. My weekends are open. I'm available over holidays. I am also available throughout the summer. I have a small home with a fenced-in yard and a park within blocks. For the past twelve years, I had a dog, and we walked every day. I greatly miss my companion and would love to shower your dog with lots of love and care.
“Jackson was great with Diesel! He accommodated his unique senior dog routine, and kept me informed. I’m very happy with this experience and will definitely request Jackson’s services again.”
“Bailey was so wonderful to work with. She helped us out in a jam, covering walks for our dog when our dog walker was out of town for an extended period. She was so organized, professional, and helpful. She was very patient with our dog who is definitely a handful.”
“Alana did a wonderful job with Theo! Her communication was amazing and Theo was relaxed when we came home so I could tell he was well taken care of. His coat looked great too so I could see that she brushed him. I will definitely use Alana again.”
“Great dog walker! One of my dogs is very anxious around strangers and Hisham handled that really well. Timely communication, punctual, and positive & calm with the dogs. I will absolutely be recommending him to others.”
“If I could give 10 stars, I would. Henley is a very perceptive and sensitive dog who knows when he’s in the company of a real animal lover. Avita fits that bill perfectly. From the very start, he was happy and relaxed with her.🐶🐾💕 I highly recommend Avita!”
“Charlie loves walking with Tracy. She has a calming and positive nature that helps with his high energy. He watches out the window for her. I really appreciate it, along with her flexibility with my schedule.”
“Darwin came and met Rory before he took care of him . He did a wonderful job , exercising Rory for an hour even though it was so hot Rory was very happy and tired out ! I would absolutely recommend Darwin”
About: I grew up with dogs and have cared for my own pets throughout my life. I genuinely enjoy being around dogs and getting to know their individual personalities. I work from home, so I’m able to give the dogs in my care plenty of attention, walks, playtime and companionship throughout the day. I’m comfortable with dogs of different sizes and will always follow your pet’s normal routine and care instructions closely. I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog, so I’ll treat them like they’re part of the family and keep you updated while you’re away. I work from home, which gives me a very flexible schedule and allows me to spend plenty of time with the pets in my care. I’m available throughout the day for regular walks, potty breaks, feeding, playtime, and lots of attention and companionship. Since I’m home most of the day, your dog won’t be left alone for long periods. I’m also happy to follow their normal daily routine as closely as possible so they feel comfortable and at home while you’re away. I provide a clean, comfortable, and relaxed home where your dog can feel safe and at home. I grew up with dogs, so I understand how important it is to pay attention to their individual personalities, routines, and needs. I’ll carefully follow your instructions for feeding, walks, medications, sleeping arrangements, and any special care your dog requires. I’ll also provide regular pictures and updates so you can relax knowing your dog is safe, comfortable, and getting plenty of attention.
About: I grew up with cats, dogs, doves, horses, chickens, bunnies, ducks, and many other animals! I have a range of experience caring for these pets and making sure they know that they are a part of the family. As an adult, I have attended puppy training classes with my dog, and have volunteered at the humane society. I’m working part time right now, so my schedule has many openings! I am mostly available before 4pm on any day. I am an early riser, so I can do early mornings no problem! I have a lot of experience safely walking dogs in a city setting, and I know just how crafty animals can be when it comes to getting into things they shouldn’t. I will make sure your pet stays safe!
“I'd definitely recommend Alex! He's been walking my dog Millie for about 2 months -- he's communicative and has been very flexible with his schedule. In particular, he's been extremely helpful at keeping an eye out when Millie has something health-related pop up that needs to be monitored, which gives me a ton of peace-of-mind!”
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Large dog specialists near you - Central
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“We were very pleased with Catherine’s care for our dog Ruby. She was an unknown (besides reading reviews) when we booked her for a week and we were delighted that she sent photos and videos of Ruby’s interactions with the other dogs in her care. Communication is obviously one of Catherine’s strong points. We booked again right away!”
“Robert was great with our family dog Izzy. She is truly a member of our family and we always feel bad leaving her behind when we go out of town and Robert did a wonderful job sending pictures and videos to let us know how she is doing. Would definitely recommend Robert and plan on using him again in the future.”
“We loved having our dog stay with Brenda and her family. We will definitely use them again. She sent pictures every day,veas an excellent communicator and my dog was playing with her dogs when I came to pick him up. A+ experience! Thanks Brenda!”
“Kira took great care of our dogs and sent lots of photos during the visit; they looked very happy! They took lots of daily walks and excursions to dog parks.”
“McKenzie was great. My dog had such a good time spending the afternoon with her dogs. She sent pics of them playing together. I will definitely use her the next time we are in town.”
“Jessie was great! She watched my two dogs Violet and Kala and they had a great time and got lots of snuggles. She gave me updates and pictures everyday which really helped put me at ease while I was away.”
“Anika was great! She was able to help us out last minute & even allowed us to come over for a meeting & greet before we were gone. She took such great care of our dog & provided updates while we were gone.”
“This is long over due! Doc and Heather have been sitting for my dog for just over a year now. They are my go-to family when I am planning a trip and always my first choice. I get lots of photos during my trips, they are super communicative and flexible and I know Miles is safe and sound while I am traveling. Knowing I don’t need to worry is the best thing as a pet parent and I’m so grateful for how well they take care of my doggo when I am out of town!”
“Lydia was fantastic! She is very warm and welcoming and took great care of our 2 little Morkies. This was our first time boarding our dogs and Lydia sent lots of pictures and showed us how well they all were doing. It was very much appreciated and we will definitely book with her again!”
“Indi had another great stay with Caro! He clearly feels loved at her house. I got the sense the whole fam had been on vacay — us in CA and Indi at Caro’s.”
“Jessica and Grant were fantastic! Kirby had a great time with them and their dog, Cooper. Communication was excellent and we never once worried about Kirby. We will definitely rebook.”
“Georgie had a wonderful stay with Tammy. Tammy is vigilant about the needs of my dog (tendency to eat poop) and would redirect her. I felt really comfortable knowing she was getting excellent attention from Tammy and canine boys. Highly Recommend.”
“I absolutely love Alyson. She had fast and current communication and kindness. She took the best care of my boy. He came back so happy . I will definitely be contacting Alyson to dog sit again.”
“Ashlie and Jeremy were great with our Belgian Shepard pup Rayna. She's a pretty busy girl and when we went for a meet and greet it was clear she liked them and that they are dog people. They watched her for two days at their place and sent pictures and updates. We'd definitely use them again to care for Rayna!”
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