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Colby T.
Winterset, IA
$9-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! II am a responsible and easy going person who loves working with and taking care of animals . I have 2 years experience of working at a dog daycare. My responsibilities included supervising a group of 15 dogs, cleaning kennels, making their food, and more importantly, giving them all the cuddles and belly rubs they could...
Colby can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Laura G.
Winterset, IA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your home, and drop ins. I have one dog and two cats of my own who I love and adore. Grown up taking care of animals my whole life.
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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!
Afrah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Arial R.
West Des Moines, IA
$14-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Arial! I have two years of experience with pet sitting, but have two dogs of my own. I have had experience with cat sitting and dog sitting. I currently live in West Des Moines. I can help with Travel, errands, grocery shopping, preparing meals, and housekeeping! I have many certifications which I will list...
Arial can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Madilyn T.
West Des Moines, IA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
My names Maddie, and I love all animals, but dogs hold a special place in my heart, I'm very passionate about them. I'm currently going to school to become a dog trainer and I have worked in a dog daycare:) I also have 2 dogs of my own and they are my BABIES! I'd love to help some people in the area with dog sitting or even just...
Madilyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jessica H.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your home, I have more than 4 years of experience and I own a big friendly Swiss Sherped.
Tina R.
Cumming, IA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 2 cats and 2 dogs of my own. I enjoy spending time with each of my pets and will work with my dogs with learning and practicing tricks. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Tina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jackie B.
West Des Moines, IA
$14-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a lifelong pet owner and have had cats, dogs, and various reptiles in my care. I provide pet sitting within your own home (potential for within my home).
Hello! My name is Amara and I am a full-time student at Drake University. I have about five years of pet sitting experience, and I both grew up with a dog and I have a dog currently. I also had a guinea pig growing up. I absolutely love animals and have had experience shadowing a veterinarian and shadowing a zookeeper.
Amara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a huge animal lover! I would love to help you take care of your pets and their needs. I can offer walking, baths, dog boarding, or sitting, have a long vacation and need a companion for your animal? I am your girl!
Allison can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
I worked for a professional pet sitting company in North Scottsdale for one year. Includes daily visits, dog walking, and some overnight stays.
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Addison H.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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!
Addison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jacqueline H.
Norwalk, IA
$8-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a 2. 5-year-old German Shepherd of my own and love helping other families with their pets if I am available.
I can provide drop in care around my full-time job during the week and overnight care on weekends if needed.
I have done multiple 5-7 day dog sitting for multiple family friends in the area.
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I am a nice loving sitter for any and every situation. I have most experience with dogs but with instructions I can carry out any job with ease.
Mya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah P.
Cumming, IA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am 26 years old living in WDM. I currently work for the State of Iowa as a Criminal Investigator. I attend a church on the east side and serve in many different capacities including our kids ministry program that has 25 plus children a week, ages K-5. During high school and college I babysat...
Sarah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Laura D.
Cumming, IA
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi my name is Laura, and what can I say, I just love dogs. Growing up, we always had a dog who was not just a pet, but a member of the family. I am the proud owner of a shih zu/schnauzer who gets treated like the queen she is, and that is how I treat every dog, like the best friend and royalty they are. I can help with dog...
Laura can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a cat and a dog, so I am used to taking care of animals and knowing what they need. I also house sit during the summer when I am back in my home town and care for different kinds of animals and houses. I love dogs and cats and would love to take care of yours since I have an apartment and can't have any of my own.
Kelsey can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hi!! My name is Tori. I am a huge lover of all animals. I've been around dogs and cats my whole life. I have experience dog sitting and love doing so but could also do walking and other things!
Tori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Winterset, IA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Winterset, IA?
Dog sitters near you in Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA is $9.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Winterset, IA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Winterset, 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 Winterset, IA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Winterset, 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.