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Holly J.

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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Dog/Cat Sitter

Ankeny, IA

from
$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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Des Moines, IA

from
$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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Pet care

Des Moines, IA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
I have owned cats and dogs. I also have done pet sitting and house sitting. I prefer day hours, but I am flexible.
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Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
I grew up with cats, dogs, fish and hamsters. I usually have also cared for pets while nannying. The "years of paid experience" question is a little weird for me because I have years of nanny experience. I only have about a year of house and animal sitting exclusively. Availability is negotiable, since time frames are often...
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Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have worked in the veterinary field for 6+ years as a receptionist, technician, kennel assistant, adoptions counselor. I will provide pet sitting in your home. I am comfortable dispensing medications, light grooming, dog walking, and scheduled feeding times. I currently have two pets, a Chihuahua named Tito, and a cat named...
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Grimes, IA

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Grimes, IA through Care.com will cost an average of $10.00 per hour as of August, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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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