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Tina W.

Love Dog Sitting And Walking

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
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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Christine S.

Lover Of Animals And Available For Pet Care, Walks, And Occasional Overnights.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
As an experienced childcare twins nanny for a family with multiple dogs, the more the merrier! Walking, hiking, cleaning up after, cuddling and bathing pooches. I'm also happy to help with meds if needed as well. I love all sizes and breeds and have a 14 yr old Pitt/lab myself. Have cared for cats and love them too. I'm...

Care Member says "Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful."

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Abigail P.

Kind And Loving Pet Caretaker!

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, and loving! I care very deeply about the animals I am watching, which means you'll get excellent quality of care! I'm able to stay overnight with your animals or just watch them during the day. I started working with animals when I was quite young. My godmother owned a vet...

Shireen C. says "Abigail was the perfect pet sitter for us! She provided excellent care for our 3 dogs. One of my dogs has some medical needs and takes medication....

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Katherine K.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
I grew up on a farm with 3 dogs and several cats. I have provided drop-in care for an older dog while neighbors have gone on extended vacations. I am available for drop-ins and walks. I have experience with medication administration.

Tracie B. says "Katherine watched our 15 year old dog while we were away for the weekend. She visited our home prior to watching him to get all the details and meet him....

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Afrah N.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator :)

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I absolutely love animals and have experience with a variety of animals :) I have 3 cats of my own. I love walking dogs as well. My schedule is pretty flexible for weekdays and also weekends!
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Brandi S.

Pets Make Life Better!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have loved and cares for animals my whole life. Small and large breed dogs, cats, birds, small critters, and fish. Self-employed. I am prompt, respectful , and reliable, and I have 2 years of paid experience. I do boarding in your home. Your pet(s) will receive one on one care and attention. They get to keep their routine,...
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Rielly G.

Pet Care

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I've been a nanny for a little over 6 years and I've decided to get into pet sitting and pet walking because I love animals. I'm very comfortable handling any and all sizes of your pets and I look forward to meeting you!
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Lilliana P.

West Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been an animal lover all my life, and for the past year, I've worked as a receptionist at a veterinary clinic, where I've gained hands-on experience with dogs and cats of all breeds and temperaments. I'm comfortable caring for pets with special medical, dietary, or behavioral needs, and I truly understand how unique each...
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Alexis K.

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have grown up with all kinds of pets my entire life. I also have a 7-month-old dog of my own. I enjoy playing with them and taking them on walks. I would be happy to watch your pet for you.
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Gillian M.

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am available for pet sitting hourly or overnight as requested. I will walk, play with, feed, and groom as needed during our time together.
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Addison H.

West Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Jenna R.

Reliable Trustworthy Lover Of Pets!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Eleanor P.

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Kena H.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had experience my entire life with animals of all shapes and sizes. I have had experience training dogs, not professionally, but I have had experiences doing it. I'm comfortable around all animals, including cats, dogs, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, et cetera. Regarding reptiles have personal experience with...
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Chassie B.

West Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I've taken care of different breeds of animals since I was young. Neighbors, friends, family have relied on me to walk, feed, play with pets. I'm currently available throughout the week and weekends at any time. I will be walking, feeding, caring, playing with your pets throughout the visits or stays. I will create a safe...
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Emma W.

West Des Moines, IA

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Giselle J.

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Rachel D.

6 Years Of Special Education Teaching Experience, Consistent, Caring, Quality Caregiver .

West Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, laidback, communicative. I like working with kids because kids are the best. I love to help them grown and learn the world around them. I'm looking for a job that is consistent, in West Des Moines (near home), and allows me to grow. I started working with kids when I was in high school, I...
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Janette B.

Personal Assistant At Your Service!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I have years of experience as a personal and executive assistant experience. :) I can be of service in the following areas: errands, home management, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, event and travel planning, pet and house sitting, dog walks, and more! I look forward to helping you save time and simply your days!
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Mallory F.

Pet Help!

West Des Moines, IA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Mallory, a reliable and passionate dog walker who treats every pup like my own. Whether your dog loves long walks, short strolls, or just needs a potty break, I'm here to keep them happy, active, and safe. With a flexible schedule and lots of experience, I'm ready to be your dog's new best friend
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.65/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA

Dog Walkers in West Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Christine S.

Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful.

- Care member

Abigail P.

Abigail was the perfect pet sitter for us! She provided excellent care for our 3 dogs. One of my dogs has some medical needs and takes...

- Shireen C.

Katherine K.

Katherine watched our 15 year old dog while we were away for the weekend. She visited our home prior to watching him to get all the details...

- Tracie B.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in West Des Moines, IA

A local dog walker near you in West Des Moines, IA will cost you an average of $15.65 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 20 dog walkers offering services in West Des Moines, IA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from West Des Moines or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from West Des Moines to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in West Des Moines, IA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in West Des Moines, IA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 20 dog walkers near you in West Des Moines, IA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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