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Mattea C.

Your Favorite Pet Sitter

Clive, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! My name is Mattea and I love all things animals! I frequently dog sit a friends foster dogs typically on a monthly basis for long weekends. I've been doing this for over a year and am looking to continue this work with your fur babies. I'm willing to walk, play, feed and check in on them during your get always. Let me know...
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Pet Garegiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hey there! I would make a fantastic pet sitter because I am responsible and love animals. I am currently a student studying marketing at TAMUCC. In my free time, I love baking, candle making, going on adventures with loved ones, and snuggling up with our pets. I have experience with a wide range of animals for working at a dog...
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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
daily feeding
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
+ 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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Part Time Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! My name is Heaven and I'm 25 years old! I have been around animals my whole life, having dogs and birds when I was younger. I have had Shih Tzu's to American Staffies in my care. I currently have a French bulldog mix, 2 African dwarf frogs, and 2 mystery snails. I have a soft spot in my heart for all kitties as well.
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Waukee, IA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I have a HUGE heart for animals and have 3 of my own! I have two cats and a leopard gecko. Both of my cats are young, but I have had cats in the past that grew up with me! I used to dog sit for a big German shepherd who I loved with all my heart. I love big, cuddly dogs! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible,...
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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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Part-Time Caregiver

Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. My husband and I have a 5-year-old American Bulldog that we have raised together, and I have grown up having various pets. I'm looking forward to giving extra attention and love to your pet!
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! I am a fellow pet lover and have been around pets my whole life. I grew up on a farm with cows, pigs, chickens, cats, dogs, and bunnies. I currently have a cat who is my best friend. I care deeply for animals and take the duties of caretaking very seriously. Whether it's a dog walk or pet sitting, I am looking to turn my...
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Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
15 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
My husband and I have been dog sitting for two large breed dogs for years now, and we have personal experience with dogs, cats, and rabbits.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a senior at Iowa State majoring in Kinesiology. I've been pet sitting since I was 12 years old and worked at a vet clinic for 3 years. I have 2 dogs of my own and they are my babies so I take care of others as I know how important they are.
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Part-time Pet Care

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have had dogs my entire life. When I was younger, my family had 4 Great Danes! Between my family and I, we have also owned: terrier breeds, shepherds (Australian and German), morkie, malamutes and even a wolf breed. I love dogs of all sizes, shapes and breeds and have pet sit for many people. I set healthy boundaries and...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator :)

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I absolutely love animals and have experience with a variety of animals :) I have 3 cats of my own. I love walking dogs as well. My schedule is pretty flexible for weekdays and also weekends!
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Part-time Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
I will provide dog sitting in your home. I have experience administering medicine. I learned how to care for an ailing dog when our 15 1/2-year-old schnauzer became ill. Our vet taught us how to administer intravenous fluids at home and medicine. I love animals and will provide wonderful care. I currently have a 3 1/2-year-old...
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Grimes, IA

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$25/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I'm looking to do some pet sitting in our home! We recently became a pet free home with the loss of our dog due to kidney failure. I do have 3 children, who are between the ages of 5 and 13. We look forward to the company of your fur baby!!
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About Me!

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Amara and I am a full-time student at Drake University. I have about five years of pet sitting experience, and I both grew up with a dog and I have a dog currently. I also had a guinea pig growing up. I absolutely love animals and have had experience shadowing a veterinarian and shadowing a zookeeper.
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Julia and I am absolute pet-lover. I grew up with three dogs in my household (all doodles) and have had nothing but the best of experiences. With that, I do have experience with most situations and I'd be happy to care for your amazing pets!
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West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
I provide dogs sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Part Time Care Provider!

Urbandale, IA

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$12/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced animal vet tech ( in training) with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I am also fine with reptiles, bunnies, horses, goats, cows, and every other animal!
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Safe, Loving, And Responsible Pet Care

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, fun! I like working with dogs because it seems they understand what you are feeling and are there for you! I love learning about their behavior and how their mind works. And they are cute and give the best cuddles! I'm looking for a job that gives me consistent hours and...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Clive, IA

Dog sitters near you in Clive, IA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Clive, IA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Clive, IA is $8.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Clive, IA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Clive, IA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Clive, IA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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