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Acacia B.

Pet Caregiver/dog Walker

Waukee, IA

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I can provide dog/pet sitting in your own home, dog walking, etc! I had been an active volunteer at my local animal shelter pre-covid and adore animals. Have had many opportunities to watch my friends, family members, and even former staff, faculty, and teacher's pets of former schools I've attended. My name got passed around...
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Rachel A.

Pamper Your Pet

Waukee, IA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Makayla W.

Waukee, IA

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$12/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hey there! My name is Makayla, I am a freshman at Iowa State studying Elementary Education. I have two cats and a puppy, and have plenty of experience when it comes to taking care of animals. In the past I've had two other dogs and three additional cats. I am very familiar with the responsibility required for these animals. I am...
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Maddison R.

Waukee, IA

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$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Maddison and I am a mother to two fur babies, Drax (American bulldog- adopted, 6yrs) and Pippin (French bulldog- adopted, 3yrs)! If you ever need someone to walk your dogs, stop in to care for them, or house them while you're away, I'm your gal! While I already have 2 dogs of my own, they always enjoy having a...
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Sabrina W.

A Little About My Pet Life And Experience!

Waukee, IA

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$13/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with labs, rottweilers, and pitbulls all my life. My last lab passed away a few years ago. I have 2 cats now. I love being able to spend time with my kitties. I would love to help with taking care of or feeding cats. Now that I don't have a dog, I would love to help someone out by providing walks, playing fetch, or...
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Jennifer L.

Waukee, IA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, easy to get along with & strong! I like working with kids because they are fun to be around & they make me forget about how the world is right now!! I'm looking for a job that keeps me busy & is an on going thing. In my spare time, I like to swim, bike, hike, cook, spend time with my 2...
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Kayla D.

Waukee, IA

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been taking care of animals my whole life and I am now the happiest owner of a golden retriever puppy. I know how hard it can be to take care of a dog and I would be more than happy to help out. I am available for taking your furry friend for walks or drop ins.
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Katherine K.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$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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Christine S.

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

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
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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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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Svea L.

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I grew up with dogs and personally owe a golden doodle who is 2years old. I have trained last dogs and my current dog. I would love to watch other dogs, boarding if needed or dog walking.
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Emma V.

Cumming, IA

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$14/hr
Boarding
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!
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Jenna R.

Reliable Trustworthy Lover Of Pets!

West Des Moines, IA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Theresa K.

Dogs, Cats, Guinea Pigs, Salt Water Pools, And Garden Care!

Johnston, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have many years of experience with dogs, am a current foster for ARL (dogs, guinea pigs, rabbit) and own my own dog and guinea pigs. Some grooming experience. I have an extra cage set up so could board your guinea pigs at my home for round-the-clock care, or could come to your home for daily care. I can do some overnights on...
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Tina R.

Cumming, IA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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.
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Sara N.

Pet Lover!

Grimes, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
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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Jennifer B.

Grimes, IA

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$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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Alexis K.

West Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Carter J.

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Laura D.

Cumming, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.86/hr as of January 2026

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Waukee, IA

Dog Walkers in Waukee, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

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.

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.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Waukee, IA

A local dog walker near you in Waukee, IA will cost you an average of $11.86 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 7 dog walkers offering services in Waukee, IA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Waukee 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 Waukee 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 Waukee, IA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Waukee, 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 7 dog walkers near you in Waukee, 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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