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Rachelle K.
Cumming, IA
$8-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a 1-year-old dog named Penny. She is a small dog weighing in around 22 pounds. She is up to date on immunizations and is craving other dog friendship. She is non-aggressive and just wants social time with other dogs.
Rachelle can also help with: 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).
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 walking, pet sitting
I have always loved animals & have grown up my whole life around them. I have 2 cats under 2 a mainecoon named honey and a domestic shorthair named mr. b, I also have one dog that just turned one she's an aussie poo named nellie.
Grace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Katelyn C.
Des Moines, IA
$8-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've babysat family friends dogs for years. I enjoy dogs and taking walks or playing outside with them!
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Madison and I am a dedicated pet sitter who loves to provide exceptional care to your furry friend. I have had a lot of experience with boarding, overnight care or even stopping by a few times to ensure your furry friend gets some attention while you are away. I will ensure that I follow exactly what the client...
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have had animals my whole life and at the moment I have 2 cat, 5 pet rats, and a ball python (all are taken care of better than myself!)
Dallas can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding
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: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation
Declan F.
Des Moines, IA
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Declan and I'm currently an OT student at Drake University. I have experience walking, sitting, and boarding pets for the past two years. I also have a cat, and had a rabbit and dog in the past. I'm always sure to take time to slowly introduce myself to new pets. I work a weekend job biweekly and have classes until...
Declan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Kalie W.
Des Moines, IA
$12-13/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have lots of experience with animals and I love being around them! While living in Iowa City I would often pet-sit each weekend for various families in the area.
Kalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Fellow animal lover just looking for an excuse to hang out and take care of pups and cats!
I have a cat and have grown up with dogs. I love to go on walks and be outside! I am comfortable around all breeds of both cats and dogs.
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
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 walking, pet sitting
I have had experience my entire life with animals of all shapes and sizes. I have had experience training dogs, not professionally, but I have had experiences doing it. I'm comfortable around all animals, including cats, dogs, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, et cetera.
Regarding reptiles have personal experience with...
Kena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have cared for people with special needs who have pets in the house. I like cats in the way that they are more relaxed and like to be on their own. I would be helpful for the job with tips on how to handle your specific cat.
Emanuel can also help with: Pet transportation
Andrew B.
Des Moines, IA
$40-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a local soccer coach who loves animals! I've had pets my entire life and currently live with my golden-doodle Winnie. I have previous experience working with pets, primarily as a dog walker. I'm comfortable with pets of all different sizes and personalities.
Andrew can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, 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 transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Autumn T.
Des Moines, IA
$10-15/hr
I am currently a college student and I am hoping to become a veterinarian! (eventually) I have over 10 years of experience with dogs and have grown up with them my whole life. I have also owned turtles, cats, and even a few hamsters, so other animals are not a problem. I do have my own car so traveling is not a problem!
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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 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
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Indianola, IA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Indianola, IA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $12.75 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 Indianola, IA?
There are 4 pet care providers in Indianola, 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 Indianola 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 Indianola, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, IA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Indianola, 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.