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Hi my name is Maggie! I grew up with dogs, fish and gerbils. My husband and I currently have a dog, fish, 2 bearded dragons, a golden gecko and a hamster. I am comfortable with lizards, dogs, cats, & birds. I have pet sit for ducks, dogs, cats, frogs and fish. I am not comfortable with snakes, scorpions and spiders. I know where...
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- $10/hr
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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. My husband and I have a 5-year-old American Bulldog that we have raised together, and I have grown up having various pets. I'm looking forward to giving extra attention and love to your pet!
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...
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- $8/hr
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Hello! I'm Chloe. I mainly focus on childcare, but I am thrilled to help with fur babies, too! Let's chat about what makes a pet sitter great to you.
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Hello!! My name is Samara, I'm 20 years old. For the last 3 years I've been working with animals in everything from a doggy daycare/boarding facilities to Animal Rescues! I've also previously been a pet sitter, but paused due to my work schedule at the time! I've gone through a lot of training and have seen the sides of pet care...
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I provide dogs sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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- $11/hr
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I will provide dog sitting in your home. I have experience administering medicine. I learned how to care for an ailing dog when our 15 1/2-year-old schnauzer became ill. Our vet taught us how to administer intravenous fluids at home and medicine. I love animals and will provide wonderful care. I currently have a 3 1/2-year-old...
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).
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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...
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Hi there! I absolutely love animals and have experience with a variety of animals :) I have 3 cats of my own. I love walking dogs as well. My schedule is pretty flexible for weekdays and also weekends!
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I have been dog sitting and taking care of pets for close family members for a few years now! My mom has three full sized dogs that I have walked, groomed, and trained, as well as my own dog, Nova. I would love a job on the weekends, recurring or a one-time gig!
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I've always grown up with pets! I grew up on a farm in Iowa and have lived in Nashville for almost five years. I walk dogs regularly and sit in my home. I love hiking and taking the dogs along. When I'm with your pets they are part of the family!
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Hello! My name is Jessica. As I mentioned in my headline, I am a loving pet parent of a 6-year-old lab and blue heeler. I have taken care of animals all of my life. I've worked professionally as a pet walker/sitter. I would love to help you with your fur baby.
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I am a highschool student in des moines. I babysit and dog sit in my free time. I love animals, specially dogs and am open to anything. need your dog let out, walked, fed, checked on, etc. or you're away for the week/weekend and need someone to look after them? i'm happy to help!
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I love animals and have about 20 years of taking care of my own personal pets.
I have owned three cats in the past 20 years.
a few years ago my neighbor had an emergency and I babysat her Maltese for a few months. I loved taking him for walks and taking care of him while she was in the hospital with her son.
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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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My husband and I have been dog sitting for two large breed dogs for years now, and we have personal experience with dogs, cats, and rabbits.
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I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, fun!
I like working with dogs because it seems they understand what you are feeling and are there for you! I love learning about their behavior and how their mind works. And they are cute and give the best cuddles!
I'm looking for a job that gives me consistent hours and...
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Ive been dog sitting/ house sitting for around two years now and absolutely love it!:) I have grown up around all sort of dogs and cats and love animals so so much. Good with all types of dogs!
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Hi! My name is Erin. I have pet sitting experience with a large range of different animals. If you have any questions let me know!
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The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025
FAQs for finding pet sitters in Altoona, IA
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Altoona, IA?
Hiring a pet sitter in Altoona, IA will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of November, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Altoona that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Altoona, IA can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Altoona. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 1 pet sitters in Altoona, IA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
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