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Angelina N.

Part Time Care Provider!

Urbandale, IA

from
$12/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
grooming
pet transportation
dog training
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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Samara C.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello!! My name is Samara, I'm 20 years old. For the last 3 years I've been working with animals in everything from a doggy daycare/boarding facilities to Animal Rescues! I've also previously been a pet sitter, but paused due to my work schedule at the time! I've gone through a lot of training and have seen the sides of pet care...
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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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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
Boarding
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 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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Reliable Trustworthy Lover Of Pets!

West Des Moines, IA

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$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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Emma W.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Carissa B.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have been a pet owner my entire life! I've always had cats but have also had fish and hamsters. I have years of experience as a pet sitter including duties like cat sitting, dog sitting, dog walking, and other duties.
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Lindsey S.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$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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Ankeny, IA

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$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Caitlyn. I am 24 years old. I have always been a huge animal lover. I do have experience caring for both dogs and cats as I have grown up my whole life with pets in my home. I would love to help families out by sitting or walking your furry friends. I hope to hear from you soon!
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Margaret H.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$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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Pet Care Provider

Waukee, IA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I am passionate about animals and their well being. I have owned and cared for pets all of my life. I now own 2 cats that are 11 years old and have an 11-year-old foster dog. I am available for part time pet sitting. I am honest, hard working, trustworthy, reliable, and I have references available.
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Dog/Cat Sitter

Ankeny, IA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Holly J.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

from
$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Experienced Pet Lover And Carer

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Madison S.'s Photo

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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Lauren W.'s Photo

Dog Sitter

Ankeny, IA

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$13/hr
Pet sitting
I am a huge doge lover! I have had dogs my entire life and and love all animals but always have a special place in my heart for dogs!
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Kiska D.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
dog training
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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Annah B.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I've had my own dogs and cats for as longs as I can remember! I have my own two cats right now and have been told by everyone in my life that animals love me and I'm great with them! I love any living thing fur or scales and also love a good challenge. I'm open to dog walking pet sitting or transportation!
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Cassandra R.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
Hello! I am excited to offer comprehensive pet care services that include pet sitting, grooming, transportation, and walking. As a devoted pet lover with two dogs of my own, I understand how important it is to ensure pets are well taken care of, whether you need someone to walk your dog, groom them, or transport them to...
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Angelica R.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Urbandale, IA

Dog sitters near you in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, IA is $11.00.

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