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Mary K.

Highly Qualified To Care For Young Children With Special Needs

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a bachelor's degree in child development and I am a licenced occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special needs and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children age 3-5 year who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...

Robyn R. says "Absolutely delightful and went above and beyond to care for my dog! I would definitely hire again!!"

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West Des Moines, IA

from
$10/hr
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Hello everyone! I'm looking to take care of pets as a little side gig. I am 21 years old and throughout my life I have been around and taken care of cats, dogs, horses, bunnies, goats, fish, birds, reptiles, and so much more. I would love to meet some new little friends to play with them and take care of them in any way they...
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Pets Make Life Better!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have loved and cares for animals my whole life. Small and large breed dogs, cats, birds, small critters, and fish. Self-employed. I am prompt, respectful , and reliable, and I have 2 years of paid experience. I do boarding in your home. Your pet(s) will receive one on one care and attention. They get to keep their routine,...
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Pet Care Provider

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I absolutely LOVE animals and they seem to love me too. I just moved to the area from Seattle where I volunteered at an Animal Shelter for nine months. It wasn't paid, which is why I tried not to exaggerate on my skill-level. I am a hard-working and very responsible person. I have a full-time job at Starbucks but I like to...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! I'm Della and I grew up on a working farm and am very comfortable with most all animals. I do not board, I sit for animals in their homes as I find that to be the least stressful for them. I have 4 families I pet/house sit for regularly and will be more than happy to provide them as references if you think I'm a good...
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Waukee, IA

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I have experience with dogs, cats, lizards, birds, etc. I can do overnights as well! I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
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Pet Help!

Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I grew up with dogs, cats, fish, and birds. I now have a dog and a snake. I enjoy spending time with animals and love to care for them. I walk my own dog everyday because I understand the importance of exercise for them. I would love to watch whatever animal you have and can guarantee it will be well taken care of!
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Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and trustworthy pet sitter with a deep love for animals. I have experience with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and small mammals. My services include feeding, walking, administering medication, and providing plenty of playtime and affection. I am attentive to each pet's unique needs and...
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Pets

Bondurant, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grooming
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a passionate animal lover with three dogs, two cats, and 31 birds of my own. My background includes roles as a vet tech assistant, vet surgeon assistant, dog groomer, trainer, and animal behavior specialist/handler. I'm CPR/FIRST AID Animal certified, therefore I WILL know what to do in case of emergencies. I also...

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  • 9 bird sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.80/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated bird sitters is 5.0

FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in West Des Moines, IA

A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in West Des Moines, IA, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.

Hiring a bird sitter near you in West Des Moines, IA costs an average of $16.80 per hour as of June, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.

You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from West Des Moines. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.

While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in West Des Moines, IA completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.

You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in West Des Moines, IA.

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