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Renae V.

Part-Time Caregiver

Grimes, IA

from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Rachel A.

Grimes, IA

from
$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a proud cat mom to two lovable kitties, I know how much pets mean to a family! I'd love to help care for your furry friends through pet sitting, dog walking, feeding, playtime, or just giving them extra love and attention while you're away. I'm reliable, patient, and treat every pet like my own--whether it's keeping them...
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Ashley D.

Grimes, IA

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
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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Amanda S.

Pet Garegiver

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Eleanor P.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've always grown up with pets! I grew up on a farm in Iowa and have lived in Nashville for almost five years. I walk dogs regularly and sit in my home. I love hiking and taking the dogs along. When I'm with your pets they are part of the family!
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Nicole Z.

Sitting In Your Home (incl Overnights) & Walking

Ankeny, IA

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
I'm a super happy dog mom with 5 years of experience caring for your dog(s). I do walks incl early morning, drop in visits with snuggles or playing ball, and daytime sitting. I'm available for advance bookings but also last minute. Hope to hear from you and meet your fur babe!
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Addison H.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a highschool student in des moines. I babysit and dog sit in my free time. I love animals, specially dogs and am open to anything. need your dog let out, walked, fed, checked on, etc. or you're away for the week/weekend and need someone to look after them? i'm happy to help!
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Amara D.

About Me!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Rylee H.

Ankeny, IA

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Ive been dog sitting/ house sitting for around two years now and absolutely love it!:) I have grown up around all sort of dogs and cats and love animals so so much. Good with all types of dogs!
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Catherine C.

Experienced Pet Lover And Carer

Des Moines, IA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
I've been walking dogs since I was 12 years old! From drop-ins to housesitting, I have had a variety of experience working with individuals and their pets. I have experience walking, playing with, enriching, and cleaning up after dogs and cats of all ages. Picky dog needs someone to hand feed them, or sit with them while they...
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Tina W.

Love Dog Sitting And Walking

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hello I love animals and have about 20 years of taking care of my own personal pets. I have owned three cats in the past 20 years. a few years ago my neighbor had an emergency and I babysat her Maltese for a few months. I loved taking him for walks and taking care of him while she was in the hospital with her son.
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Heather B.

Animal Sitter And Dog Walker

Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I would love to help take care of your pet! I love animals and personal have 2 Great Pyrenese dogs at home as well as a sweet kitty.
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Jenna R.

Reliable Trustworthy Lover Of Pets!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I worked for a professional pet sitting company in North Scottsdale for one year. Includes daily visits, dog walking, and some overnight stays.
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Lisa D.

Professional Pet Sitter

Clive, IA

from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a professional pet sitter for over 8 years and have worked for companies . I can provide references if necessary. I'm very loving and love all animals and would be available to walk dogs or stay in your home. I am an owner of four lovely felines named baxter, douglas, Jita and Cleo. I always keep in touch and send...
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Lindsey S.

Ankeny, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
With several years of experience caring for dogs, I provide reliable, loving pet sitting and walking services tailored to each animal's needs. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, feeding, or medication, I ensure your pets feel safe, happy, and cared for while you're away. I'm attentive to routines, comfortable with special care...
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Margaret H.

Ankeny, IA

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Maggie! I grew up with dogs, fish and gerbils. My husband and I currently have a dog, fish, 2 bearded dragons, a golden gecko and a hamster. I am comfortable with lizards, dogs, cats, & birds. I have pet sit for ducks, dogs, cats, frogs and fish. I am not comfortable with snakes, scorpions and spiders. I know where...
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Giselle J.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
For me, nothing beats the joy of connecting with animals! With four years of experience providing pet sitting and walking services for dogs and cats, I prioritize each pet's comfort and happiness, treating them as if they were my own. I maintain a clean and secure environment, strictly adhere to feeding schedules, and vigilantly...
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Heaven B.

Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Emily K.

Part-time Pet Care

Des Moines, IA

from
$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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Kiska D.

Ankeny, IA

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting and taking care of pets for close family members for a few years now! My mom has three full sized dogs that I have walked, groomed, and trained, as well as my own dog, Nova. I would love a job on the weekends, recurring or a one-time gig!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.67/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Grimes, IA

Dog sitters near you in Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, IA is $15.67.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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 Grimes, 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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