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Debra M.

Part-Time Afternoon/Weekend Pet-Care Provider

Grimes, IA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I am a pet owner of a beautiful Black Lab and our new addition, a Shorkie. I am available every afternoon during the week from 12:30pm-2:30 p.m. and evenings and weekends. I would be happy to care for dogs, cats, rabbits and etc., but no snakes please! I can clean cages, take them for walks, feed and water them, brush and groom...
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Pet Lover!

Grimes, IA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! I recently graduated with masters in Spring of 2022. I'm looking to make some extra cash and put it towards buying a house. I love animals, I have a cat and a dog of my own. I'm happy to take dogs on walks, play with the animals, feed animals, clean litter boxes and pick up waste.
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Julie L.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I would love to help out as needed with your pets, feeding, walking, play time, etc. I have experience with dogs and cats. looking forward to hearing from you!
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Part-Time Caregiver

Grimes, IA

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. My husband and I have a 5-year-old American Bulldog that we have raised together, and I have grown up having various pets. I'm looking forward to giving extra attention and love to your pet!
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Ashley D.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
I'm looking to do some pet sitting in our home! We recently became a pet free home with the loss of our dog due to kidney failure. I do have 3 children, who are between the ages of 5 and 13. We look forward to the company of your fur baby!!
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Jennifer B.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Jen, a compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented caregiver with years of experience supporting families through child care, pet care, Pre-Kindergarten tutoring, and household cleaning services. I'm great with kids of all ages and have extensive experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 6. I love...
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Jen E.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Jen, originally from Minnesota, I've lived in the Des Moines area for 6 years. I have two dogs, a mini Golden Goodle, Ollie and a Shi Tzu, Lucy. Ollie is currently in training, I'd hope to one day have him as a therapy dog so he can come to peace with me once I graduate grad school. He has some social anxiety we are...
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Grimes, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
My name is Ellie. I have 3 cats of my own and foster animals with special needs and disabilities in my free time.
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Rachel A.'s Photo

Grimes, IA

from
$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a proud cat mom to two lovable kitties, I know how much pets mean to a family! I'd love to help care for your furry friends through pet sitting, dog walking, feeding, playtime, or just giving them extra love and attention while you're away. I'm reliable, patient, and treat every pet like my own--whether it's keeping them...
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Pet Care

Grimes, IA

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
I am a teacher who enjoys animals and likes spending time with them. With summers off, I have the availability to care for your pets and take them on walks. Let me help give your furry friends the love and attention they deserve!
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Johnston, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient animal lover! I grew up on a farm with many animals and love all kinds of pets! I would love to watch after yours!
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Pet Garegiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$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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Carol M.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an Educational Consultant and on the side I tutor, babysit, and care for dogs as I love to stay busy.

Care Member says "Carol is a super nice person. She took on quite a task with our two dogs when me and my wife went on vacation. She did everything we asked, and had no...

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Katherine K.'s Photo

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
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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Abigail P.'s Photo

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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Christine S.'s Photo

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
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Rachel C.'s Photo

Part-Time Pet Care

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm a part-time adjunct professor and just recently finished up my graduate degree at The University of Iowa. I have two cats that I absolutely adore (my tuxedo is in my profile picture!) and my family has a very sweet Beagle/Jack Russell mix that I love to see when I go back home to visit. I've babysat...

Corrie Y. says "Rachel watched our two cats and two guinea pigs and did an amazing job! She went above and beyond - sending daily photos so we were never left wondering...

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Pamper Your Pet

Waukee, IA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
My family has had pets for as long as I can remember. I grew up with all sizes and kinds of dogs including a husky, lab, rat terrier, mini Australian shepherd, and corgi. We also had cats, bunnies, and snakes! We currently have 2 cats. My daughter absolutely loves animals and pampering them. We love to take dogs hiking with us,...
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Shylee S.'s Photo

Ankeny, IA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
I have a mini golden doodle of my own who is just about to turn 4! I have fostered 3 previous dogs and I loved taking care of them! I have been a dog sitter and walker for many years as well.
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The Fur Nanny

Waukee, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I'd make a great pet caregiver because I truly care about animals and understand how important it is to make sure they feel loved and safe. I'm patient and attentive, so I'm able to recognize their needs, whether it's for play, rest, or a little extra comfort when they're feeling nervous. I'm also reliable, which means I'll...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.60/hr as of January 2026

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Grimes, IA

Pet Care in Grimes, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Carol M.

Carol is a super nice person. She took on quite a task with our two dogs when me and my wife went on vacation. She did everything we asked,...

- Care member

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.

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.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Grimes, IA

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $14.60 per hour as of January 2026. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 10 pet care providers in Grimes, IA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Grimes or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Grimes, IA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Grimes, IA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Grimes, IA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Grimes, IA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Grimes, IA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Grimes, IA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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