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Stop guessing. Start healing.

Most homeowners come to us after traditional inspections found nothing — and they were still sick. The problem: mold often hides behind perfect-looking walls, and air samples only catch spores that happen to be airborne at time of testing. A trained detection dog finds the source by scent — even behind walls. Minneapolis-based, serving Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and eastern North & South Dakota.

Black Labrador trained for canine mold detection
60–90 min
Typical Inspection
Same-day
On-Site Findings
MN, WI, IA, ND, SD
States We Service
Does any of this sound familiar?

The symptoms people report — long before they find the mold.

When the fog won't lift and your sharpness feels gone.

  • Brain fog
  • Headaches & migraines
  • Memory lapses & forgetfulness
  • Trouble concentrating
  • Difficulty finding words
  • Dizziness or vertigo
  • Numbness & tingling
  • Sensitivity to light & sound
  • Anxiety or low mood
  • Trouble sleeping
  • …and more

The cough, congestion, and "colds" that never fully clear.

  • Persistent cough
  • Wheezing or shortness of breath
  • Chronic congestion
  • Sinus pressure & postnasal drip
  • Frequent sinus infections
  • Sore or scratchy throat
  • New or worsening asthma
  • Itchy, watery eyes
  • Sneezing
  • Worse symptoms indoors
  • …and more

The exhaustion and "off" feeling that rest doesn't fix.

  • Deep, unshakable fatigue
  • Feel better when you leave home
  • Unrefreshing sleep
  • Mood swings & irritability
  • Getting sick often
  • Night sweats & temperature swings
  • Increased thirst
  • Appetite or weight changes
  • Static "shocks"
  • Metallic taste
  • …and more

Aches that get written off as "just getting older."

  • Joint pain & stiffness
  • Muscle aches
  • Morning stiffness
  • Muscle cramps or spasms
  • Muscle weakness
  • General inflammation
  • Reduced range of motion
  • Joint swelling
  • Persistent low-grade pain
  • …and more

Symptoms like these have many possible causes. But if yours ease when you're away from home and return when you're back, a hidden mold source is worth ruling out.

Dogs On Mold provides canine mold detection — not medical diagnosis or treatment. The above reflects symptoms commonly reported in connection with mold exposure and is shared for educational purposes only; it is not medical advice. If you're experiencing health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.

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A few years ago, I was the one who was sick.

I lived it. That's why I built this.

It started as a migraine that wouldn't quit. Then came more symptoms, and more, until they were debilitating. Many providers and even urgent care visits — and no one could find anything wrong from standard examination or blood tests.

A friend brought up potential long-term mold exposure from my home. Elevated levels were found — the problem wasn't in my head, it was in my home.

Over three years, it cost me more than $50,000 — testing, remediation, and clawing my health back. I went on leave from work. I moved out. I went through remediation, and turned to functional health to start rebuilding what the mold had taken. Recovery was slow. But piece by piece, I got my life back.

I'm still healing — and I'm honest about that. What I'm not is in the dark anymore. That experience turned me into an advocate against the moldy homes and workplaces quietly making people sick, and convinced me of one thing: when mold is hidden and hard to find, a trained dog is the best answer there is.

Dogs On Mold exists so you don't have to lose what I lost along my journey. If you're sick and no one can explain why — or you just want to know what's really in your walls — this is for you.

— Ben, with Winnie at my side Founder · Certified handler · Minneapolis, MN
How we work

Five foundational principles

Winnie, a black Labrador mold detection dog, alerting at the base of a door during an inspection
Winnie alerting on a hidden source during an inspection.
What you get

Every inspection includes

  1. Inspection Day
    • 1st canine sweep with Winnie, handler-read in real time.
    • Additional visual walkthrough for confirmation of moisture issues using industry tools.
    • 2nd canine sweep with Winnie, handler-read in real time looking for consistency of alerting.
    • At least six total mold testing samples (air, swab, or bio-tape lift) taken in places of canine alert.
    • Same-day verbal walkthrough of what was found.
  2. Day 1-2 (Next 24-48 Hours)
    • Written pre-final report delivered to customer - this is pre mold test results - including photos and points discussed from the verbal walkthrough.
  3. Day 5-7
    • Final report with testing results and recommendation delivered.
    • 15-min post assessment call to review results, answer questions, and provide next steps.
    • When applicable, we help you understand remediation and how to select from only a short list of recommended, certified, and industry compliant remediation companies in your area.
All-inclusive pricing

No hidden fees. You'll know your full price before we book.

Mold cost me more than $50,000 over three years — because no one found it early. An inspection is a fraction of that, and the cheapest step you'll take in this whole process.
Multi-Property Owners
Portfolios & multiple properties.

Own multiple properties or manage a portfolio? Every situation is different — book a consult and we'll build a plan around your properties.

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Travel: $2/mile beyond 30 miles round-trip from downtown Minneapolis.

Add-Ons
For larger spaces.
Large home (4,000–8,000 sq ft)+$300
Estate / very large home (8,000+ sq ft)+$800

Square footage covers all inspectable areas you'd like swept, including unfinished basements.

Booking: A 50% deposit holds your slot; the remaining 50% is due at completion of the inspection.
Detection only: remediation is not included. We find it and guide you — we don't do the remediation ourselves.
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Get on the schedule — or just get answers.

Ready to book? Get on the schedule. Not quite there yet? Grab a free 15-minute consult and we'll answer your questions, no pressure. Pick whichever fits where you are.

  • Minneapolis-based, serving MN, WI, IA & eastern ND/SD
  • Most clients booked within 2–3 weeks
  • Honest pre-quote — no surprise pricing
  • Detection only — we don't do the remediation we recommend, so we're not upselling you a repair

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