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Cynthia B.

Pet Care

Altoona, IA

from
$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love, love, love dogs and cats etc, I have two cat of my own. I can pet sit or take dogs for walks. I am located in altoona but have no problem traveling to surrounding areas around me!
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Fun Loving Dog And Cat Sitter

Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Courtney E. and I currently work at Life Time Athletic in Urbandale, Iowa in the Kids Academy. I am a dog lover and have a 10-year-old yellow lab of my own. I recently dog sat for a family with an Australian Cattle Dog/mixed breed. Her name was Annie and she was 10 years old. I let her out in the morning, took her...
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Attentive and Loving Critter Care

Des Moines, IA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...

Corrie R. says "Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and...

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Holly J.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

from
$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I am a 23 years old and I am looking at starting to get into pet sitting/walking. I love animals and have always had a passion for them. I am an active individual and would love to give your animal/s quality outside time or even time to snuggle and play when you need. I have always had cats my whole life and dogs the past...
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Pleasant Hill, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I would love to be a sitter for your animal as I have been sitting for cats and dogs for about 6 years now with my own dogs, and neighborhood pets as well! I can do overnight as well as long term time periods if you are out of town and need care. I am very interested and hope you consider!
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
With extensive experience in dog walking, pet boarding, and cat sitting, I provide reliable, compassionate care tailored to each pet's needs. Whether ensuring dogs get proper exercise, offering a safe environment during boarding, or maintaining a cat's routine, I prioritize their well-being. My goal is to build trust with both...
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Pets

Bondurant, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
+ 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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Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi I'm very socially awkward so I'll try my best at writing about myself. I have two cats that I love and spoil like they're my real children. I worked in a doggy daycare/boarding facility for a year and a half before switching to pet sitting independently for 2 years now.
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
13 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
hey I have a puppy of my own and a cat! I love animals and would like to care of yours ! I am very artistic and love the outdoors. I have a membership at dog parks so your furry friend doesn't have to sit inside !! I'd describe my personality as loving, respectful, responsible I like working with animals because I like to...
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Fun Sitter That Loves Cats And Dogs

Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a positive and energetic pet walker/sitter. I have always loved animals. I grew up on a smaller farm with lots of dogs, and cats so I have quite a lot of experience with animals. I lived in Iowa my whole life but recently moved here and am looking for a job. I worked at a daycare for 4 years so I have a lot of patience. If...
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Animal Care

Colfax, IA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Since high school I have cared for pets of all kinds including but not limited to: dogs, cows, horses, goats, sheep, pigs, cats, etc. I raised animals in the FFA, house and animal sit for a family in Perry, IA when out of the country. I follow detailed instructions well and send updates as much or as little as needed.
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Animal Nanny Ready To Love Your Pet

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I can come let your animals out, give them love, play with them, go for walks, and if you need someone to stay with them while you go on vacation that is not a problem. I have experience in all different types of an animals: cats, dogs (small, large, so called aggressive pitbulls),...
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Part Time Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 2 cats and a dog of my own, I have always grown up around animals and I have a huge heart of gold when it comes to animals. If given the opportunity I will love them and care for them as if they were my own. I love animals of all sizes, breeds and ages. I can also perform baths, walks, light cleaning duties.
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Patient And Loving Sitter

Des Moines, IA

from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I have been caring for family and friend's dogs and cats since I was 15. More recently I've been working at a dog daycare and boarding facility professionally caring for dogs and cats including- feeding, potty breaks, walks, playtime, medicine administration, and baths
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Pleasant Hill, IA

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and cats. I've had several dogs of my own, smaller and larger breeds. I also often dog and cat sit for my neighbors on vacation.
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Lani. I'm 19 (almost 20!) and I'm a junior at Simpson college. My major is biochemistry and I plan to attend veterinarian school after graduation. I have two cats and 5 dogs at home of all sizes. I'm very comfortable around animals and love to play and spend time with them as much as possible. I've pet-sit many times...
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Upbeat Pet Sitter!

Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've always loved animals, I've never lived in a home without one, I've owned 3 cats, two dogs, and two birds, plus lots of fish and hermit crabs. I currently live with my two cats who I adore and I'm excited to help you care for your pets too!
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Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Passionate pet sitter dedicated to giving every furry, feathery, and scaly friend the love they deserve! I am mom to 3 cats
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Hi! I'm Serenity :)

Ankeny, IA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I've always been an animal lover. I've grown up with 4 dogs and 2 cats. I have my own baby girl, so I understand all the love and attention our pets deserve. I have 2 years of experience as a kennel attendant. I walked, fed, played, and administered medications to animals. Let me bet your next sitter ;)
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Dog/Cat Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up around animals, and would love a dog or cat of my own!! With apartment living at the moment, I'm not eligible for a pet. I love watching and caring for others' animals, as it's the closest thing I can get to having my own:)
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  • The average post rate is $12.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Altoona, IA

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Altoona, IA through Care.com will cost an average of $12.00 per hour as of June, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Altoona, IA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 1 cat sitters in Altoona, IA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Altoona, IA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Altoona, IA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Altoona, IA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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