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Sitter Profile Image: Gabrielle R.
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Gabrielle R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Litchfield, MN, 55355

Gabrielle is amazing! She is reliable, easy to communicate with, and takes great care of everything while we were gone. We always come home to a happy pup and really appreciated the peace of mind while we're away! Shes the best!

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Lindsey V.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Cold Spring, MN, 56320

Lindsey was awesome!! I hired her to take care of my 5 week old kittens + one adult cat for the weekend, and I’m so glad I did! She was punctual on their feeding times, administered oral meds, and was very communicative when I reached out — and even when I didn’t. Definitely recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Leah J.
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Leah J.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
4 years of experience
St Joseph, MN, 56374

Leah was fantastic! She took great care of my dogs and house while I was gone for the weekend. She even checked in with pictures 😍

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Sitter Profile Image: Isabella Z.
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Isabella Z.
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$25
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4 years of experience
Cold spring, MN, 56320

About: I’ve spent years caring for pets for friends and family, including pet sitting in my home, staying in their homes, walking dogs, cleaning kennels, and bathing. I also have three years of hands-on experience working at a doggie daycare and boarding facility, where I cared for dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. This experience has given me strong skills in handling, supervising group play, maintaining safe environments, and understanding dog behavior. No matter the situation, I’m happy to work with your specific needs to make sure your pet is comfortable and well cared for. I truly love caring for animals and enjoy spending time with them outside of my regular work hours. Whether it’s the smallest pup, the biggest dog, or even cats—I love them all! I have plenty of love, attention, and care to give, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. I’ve had dogs my entire life, so I understand just how important it is to trust someone with your furry family members. As a pet owner myself, I know you want the very best for them—and that’s exactly the level of care I strive to provide. Your pet will be treated like part of the family, receiving all the affection, cuddles, and attention they could ever want.

Sitter Profile Image: Crystal W.
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Crystal W.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Saint Cloud, MN, 56301

Crystal took such wonderful care of my 2 babies (cats) and provided lots of pics and video clips. I liked knowing that my fur kids were in good hands while I was away. Will definitely book again with Crystal and highly recommend her services!

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Tasha C.
Sitter Profile Image: Patience A.
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Patience A.
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$56
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
6 years of experience
St Cloud, MN, 56301

patience was nothing short of incredible. my dog, vivian, was post surgical, which shouldn't be that difficult, but there were unforeseen complications and she got an infection in the sutures and patience had to clean the wound 3 times a day. with the help of treats and her confident and soothing demeanor she got vivian to hold still for it. on top of that patience walked vivian, administered medicines 4 times a day and laundered vivian's bedding. if i had stayed home i couldn't have managed it better myself. and she kept in close touch with me the whole time i was away. patience is smart, professional and truly compassionate. i would use her again in a nano second.

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Barbara W.
Sitter Profile Image: Rachel "Danny" C.
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Rachel "Danny" C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Saint Cloud, MN, 56303

We love using Rachel! Sweet, flexible, takes amazing care of our tribe of dogs and is always on time.

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Becca G.
Sitter Profile Image: Esmeralda R.
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Esmeralda R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
St Cloud, MN, 56303

About: I bring two years of vet tech schooling and a genuine love for dogs and cats, offering safe, attentive, knowledgeable care that keeps every pet relaxed and happy. I'm currently working part time so I have lots of free time to care for your furry loved ones. My availability is pretty flexible for the summer :) I have a fenced in yard and 1 dog who is friendly and crate trained. I’m attentive to noise, stimulation, and comfort, especially for pets who may be anxious in new environments.

Sitter Profile Image: Khloe W.
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Khloe W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 repeat client
2 years of experience
Sartell, MN, 56377

Khloe is so personable and easy to communicate with. My one dog is very suspicious of people and she loved her right away. She takes pics of my dogs when she watches them. I really appreciate her and would highly recommend her to anyone.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brittany F.
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Brittany F.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
10 years of experience
Hutchinson, MN, 55350

Brittany took great care of my dog. She was active with him, took him for several walks, and I came home to a happy relaxed pup. I definitely recommend Brittany!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sadie W.
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Sadie W.
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$35
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17 years of experience
Hutchinson, MN, 55350

About: I have been around animals TONS of different types of animals such as, dogs, cats, rodents, etc. 🐴🐮🐷On my free time I enjoy being outside, gardening, fishing, and going on adventures with my Son. I’m planning on pursuing my education in becoming a Vet tech. I am Pretty flexible right now! I’m a stay at home mom currently until I pursue into getting back into college! So I’m pretty open! I currently live in an apartment. So any care or sitting would have to be done at the owners home. I Have 2 dogs, (Benny) and (Lucy), they definitely complete our little family!

Sitter Profile Image: Heather S.
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Heather S.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Buffalo, MN, 55313

Heather was super awesome to have taking care of our Furry Friends while we were on vacation. This is the first time I had someone in our home while we were out of town so it was VERY wierd. But Heather came to our home before our vacation to meet us and our furry friends. She is very personable and we could tell right away what a great connection she has with animals. Our schedule changed a bit for our vaca and Heather was VERY accomodating which was very apreciated!. We got awesome pictures of our furries every day, videos of walks she took our pup on and just great overall communication. If you need a pet sitter, Heather is a GREAT choice! THANK YOU HEATHER!

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Sitter Profile Image: Theresa O.
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Theresa O.
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$65
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4.8 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rice, MN, 56367

Went above and beyond for our crazy pack. Trouble shooting all sorts of problems our dogs caused ? and was amazing at communicating through out our time away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenifer S.
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Jenifer S.
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$24
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8 years of experience
Becker, MN, 55308

About: I’ve been around animals my whole life! I grew up on a large animal farm where we had bison for 20 years. I went to college at msu Mankato for animal science. In 2016 I started working at a boarding kennel and ever since I have found my life passion of working with dogs and cats. I have 4 dogs of my own on a hobby farm. I have two springer spaniels, my rescue dog that is a chow pit bull, and recently got a golden retriever puppy. I have also been grooming dogs professionally since 2018. I know how to do anal glands, haircuts, nail trimming and buffing, ear cleaning, meds, baths, basically the whole works! I am currently available pretty much everyday for drop ins, walks, feeding, meds, and to give love to your fur babies! Even last minute I’m available I offer drop in at your house, I can do over nights if needed, I also can pets to appointments if needed. I do have experience with aggressive dogs as well. I have a fully enclosed 7 foot tall fenced in yard as well

Sitter Profile Image: Bailey D.
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Bailey D.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
14 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Glencoe, MN, 55336

About: I have had a passion for all animals sonce a young age.i have raised and trained my own dogs and would love to help you care for you sweet fur babies as well. I am a stay at home mom and home 24/7. I have ample time to pay pets extra attention. I can provide constant supervision and lots of play and cuddle time. Our yard is fenced giving dogs ample room to run. Dogs are also supervised while outside. We have 2 dogs of our own who are extremely dog friendly and ready for new companions to play with or share a nap on the couch. No kennel time required but I can accommodate kennels and any kennel training you have in place.

Sitter Profile Image: Emma B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Zimmerman, MN, 55398

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 16. In high school, I worked at a dog daycare for 3 years where I was a manager and handled up to 30 dogs on a daily basis. These dogs varied in breed and behavioral characteristics, and it was my responsibility to ensure they were cared for and safe. I followed strict procedures regarding meals, safety, and potty breaks. I’ve also been a go to dog-sitter for friends and family for the past 3 years, staying in their homes taking care of their pets and following the provided instructions they left for me. My tasks as a dog sitter have included feeding at designated times, playing with them, and letting them out regularly. I’m currently between jobs and have a seasonal coaching job (ends in May) so my schedule is very open except from 3-5:15 M-F due to my coaching responsibilities. My flexible schedule allows me to take care of your pups and give them the time they deserve. When taking care of your pups or kitties (for overnights or drop ins), I love being given specific care instructions to ensure that there isn’t a change in their routine. Furthermore, if house sitting, I want to know and abide by your homes rules to be respectful to your space.

Sitter Profile Image: Jessica T.
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Jessica T.
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$65
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30 years of experience
Maple Grove, MN, 55311

About: I have a ton of experience taking care of people's pets, homes, plants and professionally cleaning.  I'm responsible, clean, dependable, SUPER LOVING and great with animals. I'm very intuitive to the needs of animals and take my time when first meeting them... giving them their space and boundaries with a kind gentle presence till they are ready to open up to me. By the time I leave we are the best of friends, everytime, because I am very kind, respect them and make a point to give ALOT OF LOVE to the fur babies that I care for... I'm told everytime by the parents of the pets I sit for that when they come home their fur babies told them or that they could tell that their fur babies were happy with me and my care! I'm the perfect candidate because I'm a homebody and currently between jobs traveling! Besides getting to the gym and the occasion meeting a friend for a walk or a meal I'll be home most of the time to cuddle and play with your fur baby. I need walks everyday too, so it's great to have a companion. Experience with all different: breeds big and small, personalities, foods (raw, kibble, ect.) and proficient with all medication needs. Experience with home and lawn/garden care including but not limited to: complicated scheduled watering systems that may or may not need to be programed by me and monitoring it, personally watering gardens and/or outdoor potted plants by hand, having a green thumb with indoor plants, knowing or learning how to use the security system, fulfilling trash/recycling/compost cycles, picking up mail daily, respecting privacy and leaving the home even cleaner then I found it. Attention is given to all details in the owners instructions.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Watkins is $40

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FAQs for House Sitting - Watkins

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As of July 2026, there are 140 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Watkins. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Watkins walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Watkins maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Watkins choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

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 .

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 pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet 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.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Watkins. On Rover:

  • 100% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 100% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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