Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in West Side, Saint Paul, MN
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âPaige took on 2 visits for 3 cats at short notice. What a hero! (And she had to administer medicine as well!) excellent, clear communication and lots of photos so I could see my kitties were being well taken care of. Thank you so much, Paige!â

About: Growing up in a house of animals, and having a small zoo of my own (2 dogs and 2 cats), I have a lot of experience taking care of animals. I have dog and cat sat for friends for years. I am currently available for Drop ins and Walks. I try to spend a bare minimum of 15 minutes with any drop in to make sure they get all the attention that they need. As the owner of a 15 lb dog and a 80 lb dog, I understand that all Walks aren't created equal. My Walks always vary based off of the needs of the dog. I am also an avid cat lover. I am more than happy to stop by and feed, clean the litter box, and snuggle/play with your feline friends. Currently I work full time on the West side of the cities, but I have Sundays and Mondays off to help with your animal needs. My hope is to expand my availability over time. My current weekend lines up with some weekdays. I spend most of those days out and about, so I'd love to check in on some cute animal while I am at it! Slow and steady is always best. I am a believer in letting animals come to you. I have experience with a kennel trained and unkennel trained dogs. As the owner of a 15 lb dog and a 80 lb dog, I am experienced in walking all sizes of dogs.
âXinia is an excellent dog sitter! She meets my anxious dog at her level and goes above and beyond to ensure her comfort and trust. Xinia is very reliable and I just know my dog enjoys seeing her! I will definitely book her again đâ

âSarah was excellent with the pups, including the older one who has some eye issues that required some extra attention and drops. She was communicative on what (if anything) was going on with the dogs and we could tell they were well cared for đâ

âI booked Danielle for a daily check-in with my two cats while I was on a trip. She sent pics of them every day and obviously they love her very much! I would definitely rebook with Danielle in the future!â

âHeidi took great care of our dogs with check-ins when I had to work late and be away for long periods. She is very professional, attentive and prompt! Would definitely book again.â

âWe absolutely love Jill and so do our pets! Jill is reliable, punctual, absolutely meticulous on the details and cares for our pets like they were her own while we're away. We cannot recommend her services enough! Thank you Jill âĽď¸â

About: Iâve been a dog owner for 13 years and understand the importance of consistency, routine, and companionship. I work from home, which allows me to be present with pets during both the day and night. Iâve cared for dogs and cats for family and friends, often staying in their homes to keep pets comfortable in familiar surroundings. Iâm experienced with feeding schedules, walks, litter care, basic medications, and providing attentive companionship. Iâve also cared for a bunny for several months, which taught me patience and gentle handling. I treat every pet and home with care, respect, and reliability. Pet care fits easily into my daily routine since I work from home. Iâm able to be present with pets throughout the day for feedings, walks, playtime, and companionship, as well as overnight care. I plan my schedule around petsâ routines so they get consistent attention, supervision, and comfort, rather than being left alone for long periods. I focus on keeping pets comfortable by following their normal routines as closely as possible. In my clientâs home, I make sure pets are fed on schedule, walked or let out regularly, and given plenty of attention and companionship. Since I work from home, Iâm able to be present during the day and overnight. I keep spaces clean, monitor behavior and appetite, and communicate updates to owners. Iâm happy to send regular photo updates so you can see what your adorable pet is up to and feel at ease while youâre away.
âHannah was absolutely fantastic with our pups over the weekend! She did great with administering oral medication to our senior dog and arrived on time and stayed the full length of the visit for every visit. Our dogs love her and we canât wait to book with her next time!â

âJennifer had great communication and was always sure to send photos of the kitties during her visits. She was even able to get my shy kitties to come out for treats đĽ°â

âPaige was wonderful with our kitties. They were happy when we returned, so we could tell they'd gotten lots of snuggles. And she pilled our senior cat twice a day, which isn't the easiest task. We'll definitely reach out to her again!â


âSarah was able to look in on my two cats on super short notice, giving them food and attention. One of them also needed medicine twice a day, which was no problem for her. She was a life saver!â

âAngela was great! She is very experienced and very comfortable with any and all instructions I gave! She took great care of my cats, and I never worried about them while I was gone!â

About: I have been part of a dog family since I was 9 years old. Several friends and neighbors have used me as a repeat sitter - I even took care of little doggies in diapers :) now I have several years of pet care experience through Rover. I also have my own dog, a teenage Aussie named Witten, who Iâve cared for the last couple years but who is currently being fostered with a friend whoâs home is more suitable for him during my transition to the cities. When I care for your dog, I am communicative and will make sure you receive regular updates (unless you want me to leave you alone!) Iâm not afraid to ask a question to make sure Iâm always doing the best for your pet. I will go above and beyond, cleaning up trash, vomit, accidents, as needed. I want to work with you to give you the most peace of mind possible that your pet is in good hands. Iâm recently moved to the cities and in the job search now, so Iâve got lots of flexibility to care for your pup on their schedule, and/or to stay with them for a meaningful amount of time during the day. My priority is making sure your pet remains feeling safe and cared for while youâre gone. I stay in tune with your dogâs needs so if they need to be calmed, or played with, or cuddled, Iâm there for them. My approach is to help them feel loved while also making sure they know I am in charge so they can be safe with me.
âMichelle was a great first sitter to have as an introduction to Rover! She was communicative and shared lots of pictures, and kept our sweet boy from getting lonely and sad!â

About: I have over 15 years of experience caring for pets of all ages, including lots of hands-on experience with senior dogs. Iâm comfortable with their special needs, whether that means giving medications, sticking to familiar routines, or just moving a little slower and offering extra love and patience. I always do my best to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for like theyâre my own. I currently work full-time Monday-Friday and am available for boardings on weekends. I am available Friday after 11am through Sunday. I am also available evenings for walks. I have a yard (unfenced) and live near the river and great parks for walks. I have a friendly cat that loves when dogs come to visit. I can crate your dog overnight or am also happy to have them sleep snuggled in bed with me.
West Side pet parents share their Rover experiences
Paige agreed to take care of TD cat on fairly short notice when I had an unexpected four day business trip pop up. She fit a meet and greet into a tight time window and was friendly, open and attentive, asking the right questions and was quick to pick up on what TD and I needed. TD is not a new people-feline so Paige didn't get to meet her - in fact she may not have seen more than TD's tail during the entire four days. No problem, Paige was there every day sending me before & after pics of TD's food & water (we didn't need litter box duty). Everything was fine on my return, one fat & happy catnip addicted brown tabby, a clean kitchen with everything in place as requested and my house key in the exact inaccessible location as agreed in order to save an extra trip. I am impressed and fully satisfied with the job Paige did & would book her again in a minute -- unfortunately Paige is moving and the North Side's loss will be St. Paul's gain. I'm 100% satisfied.
Summer did a great job giving my cat his medication. She did not always stay the full 30 minutes according to the app which was understandable on a holiday booking, but my cats were well cared for with her and I would be comfortable leaving them in her care again.

Hannah was absolutely fantastic with our pups over the weekend! She did great with administering oral medication to our senior dog and arrived on time and stayed the full length of the visit for every visit. Our dogs love her and we canât wait to book with her next time!

Had one phone call with Demetric and it was clear he was a kind person who loved taking care of fur babies. I shared care directions after the call and he appreciated that. He checked in on our Sabi - communicated what he got done during each visit, shared pics, and even brought in my Amazon package from outside the front door! Thank you Demetric!
Rachael took great care of my kitten Dahva while I was away! She asked thoughtful question so that she was prepared for the visits and what Dahva's favorite activities and treats were. She arrived timely and offered my kitten a trustworthy companion and playmate. As hard as it was to be away, Rachael provided daily check ins and photos of their activities! I will absolutely be rebooking with Rachael in the future!!

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Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in West Side.
Rover makes it easy to find West Side pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when youâre awayâwhether itâs just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
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