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Dominique J.

A Bit About Me

Indianola, IA

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I started working with animals when I was 7 years old. At 10 I started working on a horse ranch and at 15 I became a horse camp counselor. Since then I have been pet sitting locally for all kinds of animals. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my cat Penelope. We enjoy watching bluey together or going for walks. One...
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Fun Loving Dog And Cat Sitter

Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
+ 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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Pet Garegiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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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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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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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am an animal person, I love animals, if I could have many I would. I have 2 dogs at home but I have sat for friends and family while they were on vacation. I can house sit or just stop by to check on them, have a potty break and/or a walk.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$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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Norwalk, IA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have a 2. 5-year-old German Shepherd of my own and love helping other families with their pets if I am available. I can provide drop in care around my full-time job during the week and overnight care on weekends if needed. I have done multiple 5-7 day dog sitting for multiple family friends in the area.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Cumming, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 cats and 2 dogs of my own. I enjoy spending time with each of my pets and will work with my dogs with learning and practicing tricks. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your home, I have more than 4 years of experience and I own a big friendly Swiss Sherped.
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Pleasant Hill, IA

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$23/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
I am one of the biggest animal lovers you will ever meet. Having grown up with large breed dogs and nannying for families with pets, I am well equipped to provide all the care your furry friend needs. I currently have a rabbit and regularly dog-sit for my parents and friends. I am willing to help out with whatever your pet...
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Love Dog Sitting And Walking

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
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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Upbeat Pet Sitter!

Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Part Time Pet Sitter

Des Moines, IA

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

Des Moines, IA

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$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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Part-time Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$11/hr
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm a lifelong animal lover with a passion for caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. Currently, I share my home with four energetic dogs and two affectionate cats, so I understand the joys and challenges of pet ownership firsthand. My experience with pets spans my entire life, giving me a deep appreciation for their...
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Norwalk, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
I have years of experience caring for all kinds of animals. I used to work for Fetch, walking and pet-sitting dogs of every size and personality. Right now, I'm not doing leash walks due to my pregnancy and winter weather, but I'm happy to let dogs outside, feed them, play with them, give medications, and provide plenty of...
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  • 43 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $8.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Indianola, IA

Dog sitters near you in Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, IA is $8.00.

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