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41 dog sitters are listed in West Branch, IA
The average rate is $10/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in West Branch, IA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience with caring for a family's dog and children. I've grown up with dogs my entire life, and I have also been around other family members and friend's cats. I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation.
Paetyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hi! My name is Isabelle! I am a college student, but I will be back in town over the summer! From a young age I have had experience taking care of many pets, from reptiles to cats and dogs. I adore pets and love to take them on walks and give them attention and treats!
Isabelle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of pet sitting and house sitting experience. This includes dogs, fish, and birds as well as light house keeping, mail/paper retrieval, and plant care.
Angela can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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"Angela took care of my dogs while we were out of town. She was wonderful. Brought in the mail & kept an eye on things. Sent me updates the dogs which mad me feel much better about leaving them. I highly recommend her for any job & will use her again when I need...
Katharine G.
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kelsey, a college student at the University of Iowa! I am a happy pet owner of a friendly chocolate lab! I love playing and working with animals! I would love to help watch or walk your pets!
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting or walking in your home. I have taken care of my family's dogs and my friends. I love dogs and am extremely responsible. I will make sure to keep your pets happy and healthy while you are away!
Greta can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Johanna, and I'm a college student looking to help someone out with dog care! I've been a dog owner my whole life, and currently own two black labs at home! I've been dog sitting and walking for around five years now. I would love the chance to sit for a dog while away from my own!
Johanna can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I have 3 years of experience with other peoples dogs and cats, but have had 2 dogs my whole life. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I love dogs and cats so much and this job would help with my homesickness of missing my own dogs and cats.
Matison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Candace H.
Iowa City, IA
$14-45/hr
I love animals! I provide dog/cat sitting and boarding in my home or yours. I have stayed in several homes caring for dogs and cats both overnight and during the day.
Megan D.
Iowa City, IA
$13-20/hr
After growing up on my family's farm with all kinds of small and large animals I enjoy pet sitting as I cannot have my own pet I. my apartment. I have experience caring for fish, cats, dogs, and livestock.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Allison M.
Iowa City, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have always been around pets, whether it was some of my own, or caring for friend's/family members' pets. I mostly have worked with dogs and cats, but open to other types. I provide services such as: dog walking, baths/brushing, checking in on animals during the day, and house-sitting. At this time, my services will only...
Hi, my name is Macayla and I would love to help take care of your pets! I have experience with pet/house sitting, drop-in visits, and walking services. I have reviews if that is something you would like to see! I have had pets my whole life and enjoy helping others with their pet family members. I have experience with dogs...
Macayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Please send me a message if you're interested in any dog/cat sitting! I'm available and always looking!
Maggie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love cats and dogs and am also friendly with fish and have taken care of the occasional snake. I'm available to stay at your home and am very responsible. I have taken care of dogs of all sizes and ages, and also diabetic animals. I am comfortable administering medicine if needed.
Abgail can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Madeline! For pet care, I am able to provide training, cleaning, in-home pet sitting, and exercise. I have worked at a the Van Meter Veterinary Clinic as a veterinary assistant for over a year. As well as Kawa Farms K-9 Training (and boarding), where I worked as a canine trainer and kennel technician. I have...
Madeline can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Julianna M.
Iowa City, IA
$8-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Julianna but I go by Jay. I'm going to be a sophomore in college this fall. I have dog and cat sit for at least 7 years and am very good at feeding, exercising, and letting pets out on time. I'm good at waking up as early as 5 a.m. and as late as 11 p.m.
Julianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I like working with animals because they make me happy to be around. I have had dogs in my life as long as I remember.
Katy E.
Iowa City, IA
$25-50/hr
I have experience house sitting and dog sitting, up to two dogs at once, over a reasonable amount of time. I also have a dog and familiar with caring for these special pets!
Katy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Cassidy W.
Muscatine, IA
$8-13/hr • 7 yrs exp
I do dog sitting/animal sitting for all types of animals in your home. I grew up with many different animals and currently have 4 of my own animals. I have a lot of different experience, mainly with dogs.
Audrey C.
Coralville, IA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a BIG animal lover!! I have 2 of my own dogs, a husky and a lab, who currently live with my sister while I am in Iowa City attending school. I grew up with multiple dogs and cats and trained them myself so I am very good with all animals. I have also been a dog walker and occasional sitter for about 6 years on the side. I...
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jill J.
Iowa City, IA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been dog sitting for years. I watch a couple of families' dogs when they go on vacations. I am available to help with just mornings or evenings as well as most weekends.
Jill can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in West Branch, IA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in West Branch, IA?
Dog sitters near you in West Branch, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in West Branch, IA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in West Branch, 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 West Branch, IA is $10.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in West Branch, IA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in West Branch, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in West Branch, IA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in West Branch, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in West Branch, IA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in West Branch, 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.