Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Des Moines, IA
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Find pet care in Des Moines, IA that you’ll love
99 pet care are listed in Des Moines, IA
The average posted rate is $11/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Des Moines, IA
5.0
(3)
Hi! I am a 54-year-old mom and former teacher who's spent a lifetime taking care of animals. As a little girl, it was the bird with a broken wing, as an adult I leave those tricky things to the vet. I absolutely love animals of all kinds and have had many of my own. Cats, dogs, fish, bunnies, and hamsters, my own pets have been...
Bridget can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Bridget has much compassion and understanding of both animals and people. She has done pet-sitting for me in the past. She is very attentive to both my dog and cat. They love her! Bridget is sure to send photos and updates while caring for and spending time with...
Liz G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 how our pets were doing while we were on vacation and she was also able to administer medication to one of our...
Corrie Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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.
Hailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"We were nervous about leaving our pet care to a total stranger but Hailey was amazing. She was very attentive, send us regular texts and photos, and checked when wanted to make sure on something. She was very responsible. We would totally hire her again."
Shauna H.
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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.
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: Boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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,...
Tabitha can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"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 updates while we were away. We came home to a happy and tired dog! :) "
Elissa L.
Carol M.
Des Moines, IA
$8-15/hr
5.0
(2)
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. "
Care member
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I can come let your animals out, give them love, play with them, go for walks, and if you need someone to stay with them while you go on vacation that is not a problem.
I have experience in all different types of an animals: cats, dogs (small, large, so called aggressive pitbulls),...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I love kids and animals and am great with both. Have a lifetime experience with both. I've had dogs, cats, lizards, fish, chickens, ducks, and I've helped out with many others. I did work at a doggie daycare where I took care of 15-40 dogs at a time for about 6 months. I treat all animals as if they were mine, with care, love,...
Miranda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 2 families 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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
I've been walking dogs since I was 12 years old! From drop-ins to housesitting, I have had a variety of experience working with individuals and their pets. I have experience walking, playing with, enriching, and cleaning up after dogs and cats of all ages. Picky dog needs someone to hand feed them, or sit with them while they...
Catherine can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
I have had dogs my entire life. When I was younger, my family had 4 Great Danes! Between my family and I, we have also owned: terrier breeds, shepherds (Australian and German), morkie, malamutes and even a wolf breed. I love dogs of all sizes, shapes and breeds and have pet sit for many people. I set healthy boundaries and...
I have 2 cats and a dog of my own, I have always grown up around animals and I have a huge heart of gold when it comes to animals. If given the opportunity I will love them and care for them as if they were my own. I love animals of all sizes, breeds and ages. I can also perform baths, walks, light cleaning duties.
Mollie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I am able to take care of specific needs you may have for your pets, run the around, give them walks, baths, or even just spend time with them.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet transportation
I've always loved animals, I've never lived in a home without one, I've owned 3 cats, two dogs, and two birds, plus lots of fish and hermit crabs. I currently live with my two cats who I adore and I'm excited to help you care for your pets too!
Bailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Need a vacation? Hi I'm Safie, a caregiver and now pet sitter. I will monitor and check on you our loved one several times a day while you are gone. I actually have 3 cats myself. Please reach out with questions.
Safie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
Hi,
I used to have a dog when I was younger that passed in middle school. I would be the primary one to take care of it in my family as well. I have dog sitting experience of 3 years outside of my own. I love any kind of dog and can work with any age as well.
Sanjana can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I'm happy to help out with your furry friend. I have my own doxin here at home. We love to go to the dog park, work on tricks, and love to go on hikes across the nation.
Kasia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I am an avid animal lover! I used to live on a dairy farm in Iowa and we had several farm animals. Now I have 3 dogs and 2 cats! All very active and well behaved. I taught my oldest dog sign language commands, Spanish, and English.
Landon can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training & more
Hello! I'm Nicole and I have been a dog and cat drop in/ walker for almost 10 years now. I love all animals. I can give meds orally and injections. I love to take wake or just hang out with your pet :)
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Des Moines, IA
Bridget T.
5.0
Bridget is a caring individual who took great care of my pets while I was away on vacation. She has a big heart and loves animals of all types.
- Care member
Rachel C.
5.0
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 how our pets were doing while we were on vacation and she was also able to administer medication to one of our guinea pigs. I would definitely...
- Corrie Y.
Hailey J.
5.0
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 calm. While we were gone, we had a downed portion of our fence, and she supervised the dogs in the yard 3 times a day without any escapes. I...
- Mallary A.
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.
Tabitha B.
5.0
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 updates while we were away. We came home to a happy and tired dog! :)
- Elissa L.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Des Moines, IA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Des Moines, IA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $11.94 per hour as of April 2025. 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.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Des Moines, IA?
There are 99 pet care providers in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines 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.
What types of pet care services can I find in Des Moines, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Des Moines, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, 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.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Des Moines, IA?
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 Des Moines, 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.
What pet care services are available near me in Des Moines, IA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Des Moines, 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.
Ratings for Des Moines, IA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Pet Care in Des Moines, IA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 99 listed pet care.