Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Dakota County
Founded in 1998, At Home Pet Care has become a trusted name in Dakota County South Metro for professional pet sitting and dog walking services. Our team of experienced, background-checked professionals is dedicated to providing personalized care that meets the unique needs of every pet and pet parent. We prioritize transparency, offering no hidden fees, no holiday charges, and no cancellation penalties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 27 years of service, consistent client satisfaction, and the deep bonds we build with pets through tailored routines and real-time updates. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, including complimentary home care tasks and Nose Boop journals that keep clients informed and reassured.Our team's extensive experience, ranging from farm animal care to specialized pet needs, ensures every animal receives compassionate, individualized attention. We operate with integrity, valuing trust and communication as the foundation of our relationships with pets and their families. Our flexible service hours, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, accommodate even the busiest schedules. Recognized by veterinarians and local communities, we maintain rigorous standards through continuous training and quality assurance. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee underscores our dedication to making every pet's experience joyful and every client's absence stress-free.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Pet Taxi
House Checks
Nose Boop Journals
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 27 years of experience providing pet care services in Dakota County South Metro.
- Our team consists of experienced, background-checked pet care professionals.
- We guarantee no holiday fees, no cancellation charges, and transparent pricing.
- Real-time visit updates keep clients informed about their pets' well-being.
- Complimentary home care tasks included with every visit.
What people say
Excellent care
No extra fees
Real-time updates
Tail-wagging bliss
Stress-free vacations
Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service provides tailored exercise routines for pets of all energy levels. Clients can choose from 30, 45, or 60-minute visits to accommodate their pet's specific needs. Each walk includes personalized attention, behavioral observation, and real-time updates sent directly to the owner's email.
Pet Sitting
Professional in-home pet care services maintain pets' routines while owners are away. Available in 30, 45, and 60-minute durations, these visits include feeding, medication administration, and customized enrichment activities. Each session comes with detailed visit reports and photo updates.
House Checks
Regular home maintenance visits ensure properties appear occupied during extended absences. Services include mail collection, plant watering, and trash can management. These 30-minute visits provide security benefits while maintaining the appearance of an inhabited home.
Pet Taxi
Reliable pet transportation service handles veterinary appointments, grooming sessions, and daycare drop-offs. Professional drivers ensure safe, stress-free travel for pets. This service eliminates scheduling conflicts for pet owners with demanding work schedules.
Nose Boop Journals
Customized visit documentation provides detailed updates about each pet care session. These reports include behavioral observations, feeding records, and notable interactions. Digital reports are delivered directly to clients' email accounts for convenient access.
People
Sunshine Gentile
Owner
Sunshine founded At Home Pet Care after discovering her passion for pet walking. With over 25 years of experience, she's built a trusted team that prioritizes compassionate care and exceptional service quality.
Caytlyn
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Minnesota native with extensive animal care experience from farm work to specialized cat care. Recognized for attention to detail and ability to connect with shy pets through personalized care approaches.
Veronica
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Lifelong Minnesota resident with professional pet sitting experience since 2019. Known for calm demeanor and ability to form meaningful connections with senior and special needs animals.
Lyndsey
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Dakota County native with 8+ years of dog care experience. Specializes in reading animal body language and building trust with anxious or cautious pets through patient, intuitive approaches.
Lydia
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Experienced caregiver with over a decade of service. Recognized for adaptability in handling diverse pet personalities and commitment to making every animal feel safe and valued during visits.
Questions
What services do you offer for pet owners?
We provide dog walking, pet sitting, house checks, and pet transportation services with flexible scheduling options to accommodate different needs.
Are there additional fees for holidays or cancellations?
No, we maintain transparent pricing with no holiday surcharges or cancellation fees under normal circumstances.
How do you ensure pet safety and proper care?
Our team provides real-time updates, detailed visit reports, and personalized care plans while maintaining rigorous hiring standards for all caregivers.
What are your service hours?
Pet care services are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM with office support from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays.
How can I book your services?
Clients can create an account online, schedule a meet-and-greet, and book visits through our user-friendly online portal.
Reviews (6)
Rebecca Becca VandeWettering
Jul 07, 2021
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We used this pet sitting company 2 years ago and they were fantastic. Professional but Very personable. My pup was very very Well cared for!
Anna Seferagic
Mar 26, 2021
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So grateful for the amazing care that was given to my 3 bunnies while I was away, and I loved getting photos of them after each visit! Thank you guys so much!
Traci Rm
Apr 20, 2019
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We are truly blessed to find Sunshine and At Home Pet Care to take care of our cats. I love the daily journal and photos. Sunshine keeps you up to date on what is happening around the home plus constantly goes above and beyond. Thank you for being you Sunshine! -Traci and Kelly
Harold Gentile
Mar 22, 2018
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Like having family caring for our pets. So genuine, thoughtful and always reachable. I will always use At Home Pet Care to care for my dogs when I can't.
Sonya Busch
Mar 15, 2018
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I highly recommend At Home Pet Care! I was put at ease right away with how thorough our initial meeting was. And it was fun to see pictures of each visit while I was away on vacation. My kitty was loved and well taken care of!
Gloria
Aug 18, 2010
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For the past 2 years, my family has used At Home Pet Care services to manage our menagerie of 3 dogs and two cats. We had all the usual concerns about responsibility, reliability and trust issues of our pets' caregiver. Also, two of the pets have severe medical conditions so we were cautious. Immediately we knew we had no worries!!! Our communication with our caregiver continues to be fantastic and the care she provides is outstanding.
I honestly don't know what we would do without At Home Pet Care. Our dogs have grown so accustomed to her daily visits to exercise them, and her "report cards" reflect how carefully she observes their activity and behavior.
I honestly don't know what we would do without At Home Pet Care. Our dogs have grown so accustomed to her daily visits to exercise them, and her "report cards" reflect how carefully she observes their activity and behavior.
