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Holly S.

Very Loving And Experienced Pet Sitter Available

Urbandale, IA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
My husband and I have been pet sitting for over 5 years. I have also worked at boarding facilities and vet clinics so I have a lot of experience with pets.
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Part Time Caregiver With A Flexible Availability

Urbandale, IA

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
pet transportation
I offer pet sitting from the convenience of your own home. I have had various pets throughout my life and would enjoy looking after your best friend! I can perform baths, light grooming, walks, and almost any other requirements.
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Katie J.'s Photo

Variety of services

Urbandale, IA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
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Samara C.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Angelina N.'s Photo

Part Time Care Provider!

Urbandale, IA

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

Urbandale, IA

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I'm Whitney! I have had multiple pets growing up and love animals! I have occasionally pet-sat over the years and would love to help out your family by caring for your pets!
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Carter J.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a huge animal lover! I have been taking care of friends and neighbors pets since I was a kid. I love taking dogs on walks and giving them baths. I have always had pets in my house so I know how important our animals are to us.
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Hallie L.'s Photo

Urbandale, IA

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have been watching my family and friends pets since I was 16. Taking them for car rides to starbucks or even just for a drive to a dog park. I love spending time with furry friends. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats myself. I hope I am a good fit for your family and hope to hear from you soon:)
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Urbandale, IA

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$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Grace. I'm home from school throughout December and January! I had a cat for most of my life and currently own two golden retrievers, Penny and Millie. I love animals! I am CPR and lifeguard/first aid certified. I respond calmly and quickly in emergency situations. I am respectful, organized, proactive, and...
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Johnston, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Enjoli B.'s Photo

Let Me Babysit Your Furry Babies!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Pets are more than just "animals", they're family! I always try give the same amount of love and care, as I would your human child. I'm a mother of seven children, and I don't think there's a pet we didn't have while they were growing up. I'm comfortable with furry pets, non-furry pets, feathered pets, big pets, and small... if...

Keith H. says "Enjoli did a wonderful job and it went exactly as I had hoped. She was very thoughtful, conscientious and is clearly an animal lover. I would highly...

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Carol M.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Tabitha B.'s Photo

Furry Friends Are The Best Friends!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
Hello my fellow dog lovers, My name is Tabitha. My husband and I are proud owners of our rescues Thor, our American Bull dog, and Freya, our Boxer - German Shepherd Mix. We love them both, but we also know the complications that can come with owning a rescue. I would love to be that extra person who can help love your dog,...

Elissa L. says "Tabitha was the perfect companion to our pup while we were out of town for the weekend. She came to meet him prior to sitting him and sent us frequent...

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Hailey J.'s Photo

Great With Animals

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I've always had two dogs in my home since I was born. I did volunteer service at an animal rescue with my mom for a year.

Mallary A. says "Hailey did a wonderful job caring for our 3 dogs, cat, and bird. We knew right away that she was a natural with animals. She is friendly, loving, and...

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Amanda S.'s Photo

Pet Garegiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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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
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
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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Courtney E.'s Photo

Fun Loving Dog And Cat Sitter

Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
+ 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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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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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.11/hr as of January 2026

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Urbandale, IA

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

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.

Rachel C.

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...

- Corrie Y.

Enjoli B.

Enjoli did a wonderful job and it went exactly as I had hoped. She was very thoughtful, conscientious and is clearly an animal lover. I...

- Keith H.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Urbandale, IA

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.11 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 9 pet care providers in Urbandale, 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 Urbandale 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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 Urbandale, 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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