Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Van Meter, IA
Explore background-checked pet care in Van Meter, IA and find loving care for your furry friend.
Find pet care in Van Meter, IA that you’ll love
60 pet care are listed in Van Meter, IA
The average posted rate is $10/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Van Meter, IA
I'm a huge pet lover all of and every pet! I have three cats and three dogs at home as well as fresh water fish tanks.
I grew up caring for plenty of types of animals, from turtles, fish, lizards, sugar gliders, and everyone's favorite, cats and dogs!
Annahlee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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
Taylor B.
Winterset, IA
$12-15/hr
I've lived with cats and dogs my entire life. Currently I have 3 cats of my own. I will care for your fur babies like they were my own!
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking
Hello! My name is Ashlee and I would love to watch your pet. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. Very flexible, reliable and can provide referrals. I hope to meet you and your pet soon to see if we would be a good match.
Ashlee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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 sitting, pet walking
Laura G.
Winterset, IA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your home, and drop ins. I have one dog and two cats of my own who I love and adore. Grown up taking care of animals my whole life.
Laura can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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
Colby T.
Winterset, IA
$9-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! II am a responsible and easy going person who loves working with and taking care of animals . I have 2 years experience of working at a dog daycare. My responsibilities included supervising a group of 15 dogs, cleaning kennels, making their food, and more importantly, giving them all the cuddles and belly rubs they could...
Colby can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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
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
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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation & more
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
(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 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
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking
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.
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
(2)
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, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful."
Care member
Mary K.
West Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Highly Qualified To Care For Young Children With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a bachelor's degree in child development and I am a licenced occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special needs and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children age 3-5 year who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely delightful and went above and beyond to care for my dog! I would definitely hire again!!"
Robyn R.
Adrianne H.
Johnston, IA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient animal lover! I grew up on a farm with many animals and love all kinds of pets! I would love to watch after yours!
Adrianne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(5)
I am passionate about animals and their well being. I have owned and cared for pets all of my life. I now own 2 cats that are 11 years old and have an 11-year-old foster dog. I am available for part time pet sitting. I am honest, hard working, trustworthy, reliable, and I have references available.
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Shannon texted me every day and sent me pictures of the cats. It certainly Made me feel very Comfortable."
Sue D.
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 transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Lisa is an EXCELLENT caretaker for my cat, Saylor! I travel once a month and have no fear leaving Saylor's needs in Lisa's hands. She goes above and beyond with updates. She's been caring for Saylor since February, and even stopped in when my flight was delayed and...
Amanda M.
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.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Van Meter, IA
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.
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
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.
Christine S.
5.0
Christine helped me with errands, household management, and laundry for 2 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, and so helpful.
- Care member
Mary K.
5.0
Absolutely delightful and went above and beyond to care for my dog! I would definitely hire again!!
- Robyn R.
Additional Pet Care Services
Pet Care Articles
10 large cat breeds: All the basics about big house cats
October 28th, 2024 The bigger, the better — maybe that’s your mantra. If you’re considering a big house cat — large breeds like Maine Coons or Persians,... Read more
10 top non-shedding cat breeds
October 23rd, 2024 If you have cat allergies, you may have given up on your hopes of being a cat owner, but abandoning your feline dreams may not be necessary. Non-shedding cat... Read more
Caring for a blind dog: Expert backed tips
October 9th, 2024 On the list of things that are important to dogs, you might think about family, treats and toys — in no particular order. However, it might surprise yo... Read more
6 homemade dog toothpaste recipes to freshen up your pup’s breath
September 27th, 2024 Whew, what’s that smell? If you’ve ever asked yourself that question after your dog goes in for a smooch, it might be time to whip up one of thes... Read more
101 funny dog names
September 4th, 2024 “What’s in a dog name?” Well, maybe that isn’t the exact quote … but it is a question that most aspiring dog owners a... Read more
FAQs for finding pet care near you in Van Meter, IA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Van Meter, IA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $10.00 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 Van Meter, IA?
There are 2 pet care providers in Van Meter, 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 Van Meter 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 Van Meter, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, IA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, 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 Van Meter, IA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Van Meter, 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.