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Angie B.

Pet-Lover

Waterloo, IA

from
$10/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
My family always had pets growing up. I have 4 dogs of my own and if I could, I would work full-time taking care of dogs. My friends and family call on me when they need pet sitting services.
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Loving And Fun Pet-sitter!

Waterloo, IA

from
$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Marley and I am a student at the University of Northern Iowa studying Biology and Anthropology. I have extensive experience (5+ years) with all types of animal care, including but not limited to dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, birds, etc. I am open to both in-home and visiting pet-sitting.
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Trustworthy And Experienced Pet Sitter

Waterloo, IA

from
$12/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have a strong love for animals and have 5 years of experience being a pet sitter. Service I provide are grooming, dog walking, drop in visits and daycare
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Pet Sitter/Walker Available

Waterloo, IA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
I love dogs and all animals. I watched dogs for two family's when they're out of town. I have experience with terrier, Yorkie, and American bull lab.
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Madison D.'s Photo

Waterloo, IA

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My experiences are primarily as a nanny, but through my nannying experiences I have gotten to dog sit while the families are out of town. Some families have my stay in their home for animals with higher needs, and other families have me stop in 2-3 times a day. I love to hike, so I often take the dogs out on long walks with me...
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Waterloo, IA

from
$9/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hi! My name's Jenny, I'm a 20-year-old animal ecology major. I love all kinds of animals, I have four of my own pets, three cats and a senior dog who's been my best friend going on 14 years. I have experience pet sitting for my veterinarian for many years. Animals are my passion, I promise to look after your pets as if they're...
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Pet Sitting

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have gained some pet sitting experience over the last 2 years. I have sat for dogs, cats, guinea pigs and fish. I do prefer to meet the animals before hand, as I have had a bad experience when I didn't know the pet beforehand. I'm pretty flexible, but also require a flexible employer due to being a college student. Feel...
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Ava O.'s Photo

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Ava, and I am a full time student at UNI studying psychology and social work. I offer babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting. I have several years of childcare experience, including babysitting for families in high school and working at Generation Next for three years with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. I...
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Payton From Cedar Falls, IA

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm a very active and reliable pet owner looking to help you care for your furbaby! I've grown up with many dogs & cats from all breeds and sizes, currently with 2 Siamese of my own. Whether you are looking for an overnight sitter, someone to check on or walk the dog, or a daytime sitter to keep your pet company, I'm your...
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Friendly Dog Caretaker

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I have had dogs for my whole life and cared for dogs for about 6 years now. I am very active and love to play with the dogs outside to give them exercise. I am looking for a one time or part time dog sitting job with potential for overnight care. I would love to care for your dog!
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Margery M.'s Photo

La Porte City, IA

from
$10/hr
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have been pet sitting for less than a year but love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Rylee R.'s Photo

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Looking to earn a little extra cash towards my student loans by helping with pet sitting/dog walking. I am an animal lover and I have dog sat for some family friends in the past. I work every other week, and can be very flexible with my work hours.
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Pet Sitter

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Neva, I have experience working at a doggy daycare, and pet sitting, I also have experience with farm animals.
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Pet Sitter

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned two dogs and 4 cats in my life. Along with 4 fish and hermit crabs. I know how to take care of those pets, and greatly enjoy doing so!
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Ava O.'s Photo

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$15/hr
Kitchen cleaning
window washing
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
Hi! My name is Ava, and I am a full time student at UNI studying psychology and social work. I offer babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting. I have several years of childcare experience, including babysitting for families in high school and working at Generation Next for three years with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. I...
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Avery W.'s Photo

Cedar Falls, IA

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as caring, friendly, kind I like working with animals because I enjoy playing and walking dogs to make them enjoy their lives to the fullest. I'm looking for a job that needs a dog sitter or walker that wants a care giver that really cares about the animal
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  • 17 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $9.83/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Waterloo, IA

Dog sitters near you in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IA is $9.83.

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