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Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers in Iowa

49 of the 513 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Iowa are pet sitting or dog walking services. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

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513locations statewide

In-home pet care varies significantly by scheduling flexibility, mid-day availability, and whether providers offer individual neighborhood walks or drop-in visits. Some businesses assign a dedicated sitter for every visit, while larger services dispatch a team based on daily routing. Knowing a company's neighborhood coverage area does not tell you their policies on emergency cancellations, medication administration, or real-time visit updates.

Council Bluffs 6

  1. Linny's Pet Care

    2012 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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  2. Pawsitively Amore Petsitting LLC.

    2114 S 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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  3. Club Meow

    1840 Madison Ave Ste 6, Council Bluffs, IA 51503-5292

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  4. Double K Pet Sitting and Boarding

    223 Greenhaven Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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  5. Barb's Best Friends, Llc

    1521 Avenue E, Council Bluffs, IA 51501-2561

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  6. Midlands Animal Clinic

    2410 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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Clive 3

  1. Stylin Paws

    2180 NW 156th St, Clive, IA 50325-7982

    Indoor
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  2. Eberle Animal Hospital

    9920 Swanson Blvd, Clive, IA 50325

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  3. Greenbelt Kennels

    8383 University Blvd, Clive, IA 50325-1121

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Davenport 3

  1. Bed Bath & Biscuit

    13813 110th Ave, Davenport, IA 52804-9035

    Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-1pm

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  2. Pet Pals

    2134 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802

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  3. Kimberly Crest West Veterinary Clinic Pc

    3730 W Locust St, Davenport, IA 52804-3010

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Des Moines 3

  1. Pet Care Club - Iowa & Nebraska

    Des Moines, IA

    Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

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  2. Fetch! Pet Care of Metro Des Moines

    1099 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

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  3. Block Party Petcare

    929 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

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Iowa City 3

  1. Pet Sitters Llc

    4852 Sand Rd SE, Iowa City, IA 52240-8207

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  2. Iowa City Dog Walker & Pet Care

    1005 Village Green Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240-2921

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  3. Pet Friends Pet Care

    1005 Village Green Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240-2921

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Cedar Rapids 2

  1. Move along, li'l doggy

    4200 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-3013

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  2. Sunnybrook Kennels

    2411 Sisley Grove Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-9140

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Waterloo 2

  1. Deb's Pet Sitting

    204 Gayle St, Waterloo, IA 50701

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  2. K 9 Playhouse

    5222 Weiden Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701

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Waukee 2

  1. Fetch! Pet Care of Metro Des Moines

    615 Gray Avenue, (Admin. office only), Waukee, IA 50263

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  2. JB Dog Walking and Sitting

    880 NE Horizon Dr Apt 107, Waukee, IA 50263

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Altoona 1

  1. Happy Paws Pet Sitting

    417 21st St SE, Altoona, IA 50009-1896

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Ames 1

  1. Paws Playhouse

    923 N 4th St, Ames, IA 50010-3340

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Ankeny 1

  1. Mary's Paws and Claws Pet Sitting

    3013 SW Glenbrooke Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023

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Bondurant 1

  1. Barks 'n Wags

    3401 Henry St SW, Bondurant, IA 50035-9237

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Carlisle 1

  1. Sassy Lassy Pet BNB

    225 N 2nd St, Carlisle, IA 50047

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Cedar Falls 1

  1. Pawprints At Happy Homes

    1221 Maplewood Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

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Dubuque 1

  1. Dubuque Pet Care

    2943 Elm St, Dubuque, IA 52001

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Forest City 1

  1. Alne Acres Boarding & Grooming

    36471 180th Ave, Forest City, IA 50436-7596

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Glenwood 1

  1. The Barking Lot, Glenwood

    24751 Brothers Ave, Glenwood, IA 51534-5361

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Hudson 1

  1. Paw Prints Pet Salon

    1165 Dale Dr, Hudson, IA 50643-7716

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Humboldt 1

  1. Humboldt Veterinary Clinic, P.C.

    2112 10th Ave N, Humboldt, IA 50548

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Indianola 1

  1. Veterinary Medical Center

    12220 168th Ave, Indianola, IA 50125

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Jefferson 1

  1. Dapper Dog

    104 W State St, Jefferson, IA 50129-1912

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Mt Pleasant 1

  1. Almost Home Dog Daycare & Boarding

    2778 Iowa Ave, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641

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Nevada 1

  1. S 14 Boarding

    25720 620th Ave, Nevada, IA 50201

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Newton 1

  1. The Critter Sitter

    2178 E 5th St S, Newton, IA 50208

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Northwood 1

  1. Kalvig's Boarding Kennel

    988 Highway 105, Northwood, IA 50459-8760

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Osage 1

  1. Rustic Paws

    1424 Main St, Osage, IA 50461

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Ottumwa 1

  1. Always At Home Pet and Housesitting

    403 Lake Dr, Ottumwa, IA 52501

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Pella 1

  1. Pet Sitters of Pella

    1109 Liberty St, Pella, IA 50219

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Sioux Center 1

  1. Pure Point Kennel

    3118 420th St, Sioux Center, IA 51250

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Spencer 1

  1. Dog House

    104 4th Ave E, Spencer, IA 51301-5245

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Sperry 1

  1. Kanine Country Club

    18658 Falcon Rd, Sperry, IA 52650

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Wall Lake 1

  1. Sun Valley Kennels

    1040 380th St, Wall Lake, IA 51466-7000

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Windsor Heights 1

  1. Amber's Pet Services

    2240 Shasta Pl, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

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Schedule a meet-and-greet early. Professional sitters typically require an initial in-home consultation to review entry instructions, feeding routines, and your dog's behavioral triggers before accepting a booking.

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Good to know

What is the difference between a dog walker and a pet sitter?

Dog walkers typically provide 30- to 60-minute daytime visits to exercise your dog while you are at work. Pet sitters generally manage full vacation care, which can include multiple daily drop-ins or overnight stays in your home to handle feeding, play, and routines.

How much do local dog walking and pet sitting services typically cost?

Single dog walks often range from $20 to $35 per half-hour visit. Overnight pet sitting in your home typically starts around $75 to $125 per night, though rates vary based on the number of pets, location, and specific care requirements.

What should I ask a potential sitter or walker before hiring them?

Ask if they are bonded and insured, how they handle medical emergencies, and what their backup plan is if your assigned walker falls ill. It is also helpful to clarify their cancellation policy and whether you will receive photo or GPS updates after each visit.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Iowa to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 49 dog parks in Iowa to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Iowa. Our guide lists 49 dog parks in Iowa for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.