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Cynthia B.


Altoona, IA

$12-18/hr

Pet Care

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I love, love, love dogs and cats etc, I have two cat of my own. I can pet sit or take dogs for walks. I am located in altoona but have no problem traveling to surrounding areas around me!
Cynthia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Alberta S.


Altoona, IA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Animal Care Provider

I provide animal care/sitting in the comfort of your home. I'm an experienced animal lover, from indoor animals, such as dogs, cats, birds, hamsters, ferrets and guinea pigs to outdoor animals such as horses, cows, rabbits, chickens, etc.
Alberta can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as strong I like working with animals because there loyal and fun to be around I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable In my spare time, I like to spend time with my daughter, workout and eat.
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking
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Hunter P.


Altoona, IA

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I'm Hunter, I'm 22 years old and I'm looking for a part time position. I've dog sat for my brother many times. I grew up with multiple dogs, rabbits, fish, parakeets, cockatoos, farm animals, some exotic animals, and I'm okay working with cats as long as I am told they will be present so I can take something for my allergy. I...
Hunter can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Donna G.


Altoona, IA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

I Will Watch Your Fur Babies!!!

I'd describe my personality as Compassionate, Responsible, and Respectful. I like working with animals because they give unconditional love and affection. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and is enjoyable and helps financially. I started working with animals when I was in my early twenties. In my spare time, I like to...
Donna can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Liz Y.


Altoona, IA

$13-50/hr2 yrs exp

I've always been a huge animal lover, taking in strays and rescuing all kinds of animals. I grew up on farms, and I've always had at least 2 dogs. I've been an occasional pet sitter and walker for 2 years. I find it a great alternative to buying more and more pets for myself :)
Liz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Tatum L.


Altoona, IA

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

I live animals. I have 3 dogs a pitbull, and 2 great Danes. I have also had bearded dragons and guinea pigs
Tatum can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sydney B.


Altoona, IA

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I live in Altoona with my pet Bunny Milo. I've had dogs and cats growing up and know sometimes it can be a lot. I've worked at dog and cat boarding facilities and have experience with both animals.
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Alexa H.


Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Fellow dog mom! I am all about play time! Walks, fetch or tug a war. I do gravitate towards bigger dogs but definitely love the little guys too. I have also grown up with family cats and can enjoy the side eye type of love as well.
Alexa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Haley B.


Altoona, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Haley. I am a stay at home mother of one sweet boy and we also have 3 sweet fur babies as well. We have one dog (cosmo) and two cats (myka and nina). I love animals and have since I was little. I have experience with my own animals throughout my life and have dot say for my parents and other friends and family...
Haley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
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Staci N.


Altoona, IA

$21-28/hr2 yrs exp

Dog Owner

I have a 100 pound dog that is like a Clifford.
Staci can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
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Courtney E.


Des Moines, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Loving Dog And Cat Sitter

5.0

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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 sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
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Mary L.


Des Moines, IA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive and Loving Critter Care

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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Lisa (Mary) is a fantastic pet sitter! We have hired her several times, and will continue to do so, to care for our dog and cat. She feeds, walks, plays with and loves on our boys and they really like her. She was even able to care for our furries on short notice...

Jessica N.

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Janiya P.


Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

The Best Therapy Has Fur And Four Legs

I've taken care of dogs since I was 10. Family & friends have trusted me to take care of their furry friends while they're away; I've helped teach a few cool tricks as well!! I have a pretty large backyard for running wild, along with my dog (Bentley) and bunny (Bear). As for extra love, I have 3 highly exited nieces who...
Janiya can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the...

Katelyn L.

I'm an Educational Consultant and on the side I tutor, babysit, and care for dogs as I love to stay busy.
Carol can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Carol was the best dog/house sitter we could have asked for. Our dog Dizzy is a high needs dog and Carol did a fantastic job caring for her and keeping us updated as to how she was doing while we were gone. "

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$8-15/hr1 yrs exp

I love dogs of all sizes and ages; I am willing to care for all pet types too. I enjoy cuddling, walking and playing with all animals. I have experience dog sitting for neighborhood dogs and have two family dogs of my own.
Rhini can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Brie F.


Des Moines, IA

$8-15/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Experience

I have had many years of animal sitting and care from professional at a local veterinary hospital to personal of my own animals and caring for family and friends animals as well! I have experience from young to old animals! And love them all! Looking forward to hearing from you!
Brie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi there! I would love to be a sitter for your animal as I have been sitting for cats and dogs for about 6 years now with my own dogs, and neighborhood pets as well! I can do overnight as well as long term time periods if you are out of town and need care. I am very interested and hope you consider!
Adrienne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Megan L.


Des Moines, IA

$5-15/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Care Available (Full-time or as Needed)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I stayed at a family's house for 2 weeks with their 8-year-old Golden Retriever. I did have to take her to the vet for an infection and make sure she took her meds. I have 3 cats, and know how to take care of them. I make sure they're litter boxes get cleaned out daily, and change the litter weekly. They eat once or twice a day,...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
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Jessica M.


Ankeny, IA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Petsitter

Hello! I am available and would love to help with your pets needs! I do walking/running and sitting.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Altoona, 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.

Janiya P.

5.0

My partner and I are so grateful to have found Janiya! She's been watching our dogs at our home for the past year when we go out of town, whether that's for an afternoon or a long weekend. She was the 3rd or 4th person we tried out and the ONLY one to know both the name of all 3 of our dogs and who...

- Katelyn L.

Carol M.

5.0

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 problems. She also updated us with photos, and was always available to answer a text if we were checking in. We would highly recommend Carol!

- Care member

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