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Best Dog Walkers in Minneapolis

Our Recommended Top 15

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Minneapolis Dog Walkers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Rover

Minneapolis, MN
  • Pets Services
  • Dog Walking

Why choose this provider?

Rover offers doggy daycare services for pet owners throughout the local area. Its network includes thousands of pet sitters that are available to care for dogs while their owners work or travel. The service connects sitters with clients online or through its app. Customers can meet with sitters prior to booking, and services are available for a range of dogs, including high-energy puppies and dogs with special needs.

Reputation:

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4.5

Price: $10 off first booking!

Minneapolis, MN

Why choose this provider?

Need help contacting a Dog Walker in Minneapolis? Call our Concierge team at 848-Book-Pro (848-266-5776 from 6 am - 4 pm PT | Mon - Fri). They are standing by to help you get the service you need.

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Website
8170 Jewel Avenue South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Why choose this provider?

Established in 2017, Christine's Professional Pet Care LLC is a pet caretaking business managed by Christine Schallhorn. It serves in Lake Elmo, Cottage Grove, Afton, Woodbury, Minneapolis, and the aforementioned areas. Their main work includes dog walking, cat care, hiking excursions, and pet sitting. Other additional services include pet transport, welcome-home grocery service, pet goods delivery, and personal attendant service. In addition, Christine is knowledgeable in pet CPR and first aid. The business is an active member of Pet Sitters Minnesota.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (18)
Google
5.0 / 5 (15)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
Minneapolis, MN 55412

Why choose this provider?

Kim's Critter Care is a bonded and insured pet sitting business in Minneapolis that has been taken care of all types of pets since 2011. Services offered include in-home pet sitting, dog walking, and overnight stays. Kim's Critter Care is an official member of Association of Professional United Pet Sitters and has certification in Pet First Aid and CPR by the American Red Cross. The company has won Best Pet Walker/Sitter in the 2014 and 2015 Minneapolis Happenings.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (6)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (3)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
1995 Stowe Ave, New Brighton, MN 55112

Why choose this provider?

Twin Cities Dog Walking & Pet Sitting cares for pets in the Minneapolis area. Founder Sami Bergeron takes dogs for walks and visits to parks while their owners are at work or tending to errands. She provides home visits to feed and medicate homebound pets or for brushing and bathing services. When pet owners are out of town, Bergeron visits several times a day or stays overnight with the pet, providing feeding, potty services, and socialization.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (9)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (2)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
Responsiveness
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Website
Minneapolis, MN 55443

Why choose this provider?

Whiskers to Tails Pet Sitting, based in Minneapolis, provides passionate and reliable care for your pets. The company is licensed, bonded, and insured and the staff come with extensive knowledge and experience providing services, including dog walking and cat and pocket pet sitting. Whiskers to Tails considers itself an ideal alternative to doggy daycare, boarding, and offsite pet sitters. The company has also achieved the 2014-2019 Angie’s List Super Service Awards and is rated 4.8/5 stars on Google Reviews.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.8
Google
4.8 / 5 (69)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (23)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55404

Why choose this provider?

Located in Minneapolis, Lucky Dog Pet Care is a bonded and insured pet sitting business offering friendly and professional pet services. The facility provides dog walking, dog park visits, pet sitting, pet taxi, and pet transportation. The company's certified dog walkers and pet sitters possess training in pet CPR and first aid by the American Red Cross. Lucky Dog Pet Care is also a proud member of Pet Sitter's International and a winner of Thumbtack Best of 2015.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.5
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (13)
Facebook
4.3 / 5 (3)

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55427

Why choose this provider?

Rock Star Dog Walking & Pet Sitting is a state-licensed pet care business in Minneapolis offering a 24/7 online scheduling program. The employees provide services include pet sitting, dog walking, cat taxi, hotel pet sitting, and more. Rock Star Dog Walking & Pet Sitting is an insured and bonded business and a board member of the Professional Pet Sitters of Minnesota.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (10)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (8)

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55428

Why choose this provider?

Pup Culture is an insured and bonded pet sitting and dog walking business located in Minneapolis. An experienced team of genuine animal lovers offers dog walking and running, cat sitting, and overnight pet sitting. Pup Culture receives positive reviews from customers and has been featured in a Channel 12 story about the pet industry.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (3)

Website
St. Louis Park, MN 55416

Why choose this provider?

TLC Pet Sitting aims to provide loving and personal care for pets in St. Louis Park and the nearby areas. Pet care services include daily visits, dog walking, cat sitting, overnight pet care, litter box cleaning, and home care. TLC Pet Sitting has also won the Angie’s List Service Award for Pet Sitting in Twin Cities.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (18)
Google
5.0 / 5 (5)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
Saint Paul, MN 55104

Why choose this provider?

Urban Tails Waggin' provides quality pet care services in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul areas. The state-registered business offers daily dog walking, cat sitting, dog boarding, pet taxi, and other pet care services. Urban Tails Waggin' employs insured pet sitters who are knowledgeable and experienced in pet nutrition, animal wellness, pet training, and behavior.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.5
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (9)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
Responsiveness
Friendliness
Helpfulness
Detail

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55407

Why choose this provider?

Come, Sit, Stay is a dog walking and pet sitting business in Minneapolis that delivers respect, reliability, and care with each of their services. Pet services include dog walking, potty breaks, in-home pet visits, overnight pet sitting, and more. Come, Sit, Stay also offers medicine administration and specialized household services. The business has also received positive feedback from pet owners.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.8
Google
4.9 / 5 (81)
Facebook
4.8 / 5 (34)
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (7)

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55407

Why choose this provider?

Based in Minneapolis, Paw Pet Care Co. is a dog walking and pet sitting company that has provided fun and reliable services since 2005. Services include dog walking, cat care, pet sitting, shoveling, watering, and errands. Paw Pet Care Co. has received positive feedback from clients due to their caring and accommodating care, trustworthy pet sitters, and great dog walkers.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.9
Google
4.8 / 5 (20)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (5)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (4)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
Responsiveness
Friendliness
Helpfulness
Detail

Website
Eagan, MN 55122

Why choose this provider?

Based in Eagan, At Home Pet Care is a professional pet sitting and dog walking service provider that serves Eagan, Hastings, Burnsville, and the surrounding areas. Services include pet sitting, dog walking, pet transportation, and cat care. At Home Pet Care’s customers rave about the business's genuine care and reliable staff.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (7)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
Responsiveness
Friendliness
Helpfulness
Detail

Website
Minneapolis, MN 55408

Why choose this provider?

Digger Dogs Pet Services is a certified, bonded, and insured pet care business in Minneapolis providing genuine care for pets. Services offered include pet sitting, dog walking, obedience training, and a pet taxi. Digger Dogs Pet Services is a proud member of Pet Sitters Associates and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.0
Yelp
4.0 / 5 (7)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Many people have turned to dog walking as a regular household service. Dog walking can give your pet some exercise while you’re away at work or just take this chore off your hands when you’re having a busy day. Additionally, some people simply need dog walking help if they’ve sustained an injury or have health-related issues.


    Regardless of why you’re hiring a dog walker, it’s a hugely positive act for your pet. They get exercise, company, and an extra set of eyes on them.

  • How often should you walk your dog?

    The general rule is to walk your dog at least three to four times a day, with each walk being at least 15 minutes long. However, this can significantly vary depending on the dog breed, the dog's age, and the dog's energy levels. For example, some breeds that require a lot of exercise are Labrador retrievers, German shepherds, and boxers.

  • How long should I walk my dog?

    In total, most vets recommend a dog receives between 30 minutes to two hours of exercise a day. The variation depends on your dog’s energy levels. So, if you're hiring a dog walker for a one-hour morning walk, you can choose to do the other 30 minutes to an hour yourself in the evening.

  • How do you walk a dog?

    Usually, it’s safest to walk your dog on a leash so you can prevent them from wandering away. Dog walkers can help your dog learn how to walk well, as they are experts in dog walking. In general, dogs should walk close to their owners (or dog walker) and stay on the left side.

  • How do you train a dog to walk on a leash?

    Many dogs don’t adapt to leash walking right away. They may lunge, pull, or even stop walking. You can ask your dog walker to help train your dog to walk on a leash better. For example, when dogs pull on a leash, the correct reaction is to stop walking. Eventually, this teaches them that pulling won’t be tolerated.

  • How do I stop my dog barking when out walking?

    It doesn't feel great when your dog barks at other dogs. Luckily, you can train this behavior out of them. The experts recommend you teach your dog to heel. This way, when other dogs pass by, you can get your dog to heel and reward them for their good behavior. You can ask your dog walker to practice this on their walks.

  • Why do dogs like walks?

    Walking your dog has two benefits: it's physical exercise for them and it's mentally stimulating. Dogs are genetically a very active species that likes to be outdoors, so they enjoy getting outside a couple of times a day. Additionally, the smells and sights on their walk stimulate their brain. The human equivalent of a dog’s walk is like reading a good book.