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60 dog walkers are listed in Van Meter, IA
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Van Meter, IA
Taylor D.
Van Meter, IA
$12-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently finishing up my last two weeks as a manager at a retail store in the mall. I'm looking to go back to doing what I love most and watch kids and care for animals :) I've babysat from just a few weeks old, up to only a few years younger than myself and have been walking and taking care of animals since I was very...
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Emma V.
Cumming, IA
$14-20/hr
I have grown up with dogs and currently have a 2-year-old goldendoodle that I have raised and trained into the most loving pup! I have an hour lunch break each day during my full time job from 11-12 that allows me to come walk pups or let them out!
I am also available for dog walking anytime after 4:30 on weekdays!
Emma can also help with: Boarding
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: Pet sitting, boarding, 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
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
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am 27 years old living in West Des Moines. I currently work as a Fraud Investigator for a large health care company. I attend a church on the east side of DSM 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...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-care to the Des Moines and surrounding areas, offering scheduled dog walking and pet-care visits, as well as overnight care for your pets and your home. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, a variety of domestic pets, horses, and ponies. Whether your pets have fur, fins, feathers, or hoofs, I will provide the...
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a...
Corrie R.
Katherine K.
West Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"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. She provided text updates throughout the visit and was punctual with the scheduled visits. I would highly...
Tracie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding & more
Christine S.
West Des Moines, IA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Lover Of Animals And Available For Pet Care, Walks, And Occasional Overnights.
5.0
(1)
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...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Alissia, a caring and dependable babysitter with a genuine love for babies and young children. I'm passionate about creating a nurturing, fun, and safe environment where your little ones can thrive. I believe in building strong, lasting connections with families and helping out in any way I can. Whether it's keeping the...
Alissia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alissa is very mature, and a wonderful person all around. I personally would recommend her for any job she might endeavor. She babysat for my grand son, and he really got attached to her. She was always on time and very reliable. She has cared for infants as well...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Alexandra! I am 27 and a SAHM of one! I have been watching children on and off for the past 14-15 years ranging in ages Newborn-18. My primary responsibilities included giving baths, preparing meals/snacks, providing transportation to activities, assisting with homework, putting the children down for...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alex has been wonderful over the years with babysitting and caring for our daughter since she was a baby. Our daughter is now 8 years old and we still have her take care of her when we are back in town. Alex is extremely attentive, caring, and reliable person that...
Renee R.
Maricela V.
Des Moines, IA
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I love interacting with children! I have 4 years experience taking care of children! I started out working in elementary schools as a yard aide. My job was to keep the children safe and make sure they were playing nice! I currently work in a day care and love it! I plan to go back to school to study RN! In my down...
5.0
"Maricela is amazing! She is the perfect combination of engaging energy and calm. Also she was super understanding and flexible with my last minute need. She totally rescued us and made my kids happy! "
Kay H.
Sophie G.
Urbandale, IA
$10-20/hr
Hi! My name is Sophie and I am a senior in college at the University of Iowa! While I've never dog walked as a job, I've always loved walking my own dogs growing up! I have a shitzu and a golden doodle!
Sophie can also help with: Pet walking
I have been dog sitting and dog walking for 3 years I've also had pets my whole life.
Baley can also help with: Pet walking
Hello,
I have volunteered at the Humane Society walking dogs and would be happy to help with the care of your pet.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I love all pets! I'm a huge dog person but I am also very fond of cats! I can watch them, walk them, or anything that is needed!
Yatara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sophia V.
Des Moines, IA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I've done pet sitting for several years, including overnight stays and one-time sittings. I've mainly been around dogs and cats, but love all kinds of animals. I grew up with a Miniature Schnauzer and now have a Cavachon. I'm very active and love to take dogs on walks or to the park :)
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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.
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been caring for family and friend's dogs and cats since I was 15. More recently I've been working at a dog daycare and boarding facility professionally caring for dogs and cats including- feeding, potty breaks, walks, playtime, medicine administration, and baths
Xochil can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Van Meter, IA
Mary L.
5.0
Lisa (Mary) is amazing. She does home visits/walks during the day and has stayed at the house for us many times. She is incredibly thorough and trustworthy and sends these awesome pics of my dogs when I'm at work or out of town. She was the best when we had a special needs dog that wasn't the...
- Corrie R.
Katherine K.
5.0
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. She provided text updates throughout the visit and was punctual with the scheduled visits. I would highly recommend her and we plan on using her...
- Tracie B.
Alissia A.
5.0
I hired alissia today to watch my son. She was very punctual and communicated well. She sent pictures throughout the day and gave me updates which really gave me peace of mind. My son seemed to really enjoy her and loved the activities they did. She even loaded the dishwasher. Definitely would book...
- Brionna W.
Alexandra S.
5.0
Alex has been wonderful over the years with babysitting and caring for our daughter since she was a baby. Our daughter is now 8 years old and we still have her take care of her when we are back in town. Alex is extremely attentive, caring, and reliable person that we can always count on. She takes...
- Renee R.
Maricela V.
5.0
Maricela is amazing! She is the perfect combination of engaging energy and calm. Also she was super understanding and flexible with my last minute need. She totally rescued us and made my kids happy!
- Kay H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Van Meter, IA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Van Meter, IA?
A local dog walker near you in Van Meter, IA will cost you an average of $12.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Van Meter, IA?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Van Meter, IA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Van Meter 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 Van Meter to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Van Meter, IA worth it?
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 Van Meter, IA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Van Meter, IA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Van Meter, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Van Meter, IA?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Van Meter, 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.