Doggy Day Care in Hiawatha

“I will recommend ming to take care of your dogs. He is very understanding with my work schedule,gives you updates with your dog and my dog had fun on his day care with ming”

Charisse H.

“I felt so comfortable leaving my new puppy with Beckett!! He had a great time and was loved on and enjoyed playing with the other pups! Would definitely recommend!😊”

Nadia M.

“This was my first time leaving my doggo with anyone from River and Ali was amazing! She was able to care for Benito, my Golden Retriever for a long day while I went to visit family just outside of town. She sent me updates regularly and Benito had a great time. She was super mindful of the cold weather and made sure Benito was safe from too extreme temperatures and still made sure to get some exercise and play time in. I appreciate Ali and know to reach out to her again when I need someone trustworthy to watch him for me whenever needed.”

Kimberly C.

About: Dani and I own & operate Love For Your Pup. We are huge fans of pets, scratches, and snuggles so your pup will be the recipient of plenty of attention. Every K-9 has a different personality, and Dani loves to get to know each one we care for. More importantly, she loves making our guests feel like they’re at home by providing lots cuddles, play time, and even a relaxing bath and nail trim (additional fees apply). Our work schedules afford us significant time at home, so rest assured, your pet will get plenty of attention. Our aim is to provide a loving and safe environment for your fur baby to relax and play while you are away. When we’re not at work (Dani works 5 hours a day away from home), we’re at home and include our pups and furry guests in our daily routine. We tailor meal times to your normal routine to help reduce stress. We offer early and late pick up and drop off options to make it as convenient as possible for you. Schedule your pick up or drop off between 6am - 10pm. DROP INS: Please note our service area. Visits outside of our service area may still be accepted but will be charged an additional $0.65 per mile. We have 5000+ square feet of fenced space that your furry friend can roam or a 10’ x 10’ outdoor kennel for pups that are less social and/or prefer a private nap area. We keep our gates locked, monitor our premises via multiple indoor and outdoor security cameras, and maintain a remote monitored alarm system for your furry friend’s security. You are welcome to bring toys, a blanket, pillow and/or anything else to help them feel at home. Last but certainly not least, we’ll gladly send you pictures during the stay to help ease any separation anxiety you may be experiencing and even provide a link to a shared drive with all of the photos from their stay.

About: I've always been passionate about dogs and can hardly remember a time when I didn't have one of these amazing, loyal companions by my side. I've been dog sitting for friends and family members for years, and I enjoyed it so much that I decided to branch out so that I can meet even more fur friends. I also do dog training/owner coaching, and I believe it's never too late to teach a dog new tricks. My schedule has changed where I no longer work remotely, which means my availability is limited. However, that hasn't changed my love of dog sitting, and so I will still watch my fur friends on a part time basis, schedule permitting. I have a huge back yard with a 6 ft privacy fence for ample room to run and play and even a doggie pool to splash around in to stay cool. My house is a couple blocks down from the trail for my fur friends who love to go for walks to get some of that extra energy out.

“Fantastic care giver for our dog. Equally fantastic person for dealing with scheduling uncertainties, changes, etc. Will definitely try to have her care for our dog the next time we’re in the Cedar Rapids vicinity. Thanks, Ashleigh!”

James G.

“Myle was very communicative throughout Daisy’s days at daycare. She would send pictures and videos, which I love! She was also very flexible with pick up and drop off times, meet and greet, and available last minute which was a huge help!”

Maddie B.

“This was our first time using a pet sitter and we loved Amanda. We will definitely use her again the next time we are in the area. We also loved that she sent us several pictures.”

Deb M.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and other furry friends since I was 7. Many of my friends and family have entrusted me with taking care of their pets. I have dealt with a wide range of dogs, no matter the age, size, or breed. I am capable of handling more than one dog at once and have had hands on learning when it comes to reading animals body language. I have trained puppies as well as had a senior dog who needed to take meds of a strict schedule. I also currently have a special needs cat! I absolutely love doing this and the animals I work with. It brings me joy everyday and I can’t imagine doing anything else. I’m currently a full time pet care provider! I have completely open availability and can provide services from 7am-10pm. Feel free to message me about my current availability! Pet care differs from pet to pet but somethings remain the same for all pet care. Making sure pets have fresh water, feed when needed, potty breaks, and of course most importantly love and attention. Walks - depending on your animals needs walks can look very different. Some dogs like the same routine and route everyday while others want to just smell the whole world (or at least the whole neighborhood). Animals are keep on leash the whole time unless in a fence in area such as a park. I keep a close eye on them to make sure they are not getting into anything they are no suppose to and to keep them as safe as possible! I try to avoid busy roads if at all possible to keep animals safe as that is my number one priority. Drop ins - depending on your animals needs drop ins can look very different. Some animals are couch potatoes and so I let out to use the bathroom, and the rest of the time is filled with lots of loves, cuddles and attention. On the other hand, some animals are filled with energy, so they are let out to use the restroom, and then they get lots of play time! In both case animals have supervised outside time to keep them as safe as possible. House sitting - depending on you and your animals needs housesitting can look different for everyone. First and foremost, I am quite busy during the day, but I will never go longer than an eight hour away. However, I try to stop by at least every 4 to 6 hour during the day! Usually in the evenings I am home with them just as you would be if you were there. I try to stick to your animals normal routine as much as I am capable of! I leave your home just as I found it (or better) and love to leave some treat behind. At the end of the day I try to care for your animals as if you were there and to treat them as my own!

About: My experience includes behavior modification, rehabilitation and foster care. Since I was my daughters age I have been pet sitting and working with animals and would like to share the experience I work at home everyday but Thursday. We are available for dog walking and live close to a park trail and we are looking for a family interaction. Crate services, roaming and family integrated home. We are able to walk your animals and provide check ins. I know how animals are part of the family.

“Alice is great! Thank you so much for watching Oreo. Beautiful home and fenced yard, Oreo loved his day there I’m sure!”

Mike L.

About: I have cared for five of my own dogs over the years, as well as watching dogs for family and friends. In particular, I have experience caring for older dogs with mobility and incontinence problems. I also had three different cats over the years as a child. I work from home with a very flexible schedule, so I can stay with pets throughout the day and walk/play any time of day as needed. I have a fenced yard, multiple pet beds in various rooms, two crates, and many washable pee pads. I have a single-story house so there are no stairways for pets to navigate (other than a couple steps when entering/exiting the house). I have Pet Care Insurance covering injury, property damage, and veterinary expenses.

About: I have lots of puppy care experience, and I know how to take care of all types of breeds. I will make sure your animals are loved and treated like family! I’m currently looking for a full time job, so I am able to give your animals the care and attention they need throughout the day. I live in an apartment with lots of space, so I can accommodate a lot of different animals. Also a huge outside area where they can do their business and play!

“Jack loves him some Katie, and so do we! She’s helped us out so much already, allowing us to do things where pups aren’t allowed and all the while knowing he’s being well cared for and loved!”

Jennifer M.

“Bella had a wonderful day! And now she is fast asleep.”

Molly J.

“Great! I felt safe leaving my 7 months puppy with him. Really caring, loving and asked questions to make sure my puppy got the care that I wanted exactly!”

Reda S.

About: Family and Friends have called me the “dog whisperer”, because I am able to connect with their pets so easily. I feel pets are such a big part of your family; your baby, your little one, or your child almost. You would be entrusting me with the care of this most precious part of your family. I love to be down on the floor giving the fur babies my undivided attention … whether it be petting, playing, belly scratching, brushing, or loving on your fur baby. I Love to be face-to-face and making a connection with the pets. I am also a walker myself, so I I love to be outside walking your pets. I work from home and my schedule is extremely flexible. My schedule is able to be put on hold for periods of time, if more time and attention are required or needed. I am able to leave to walk your fur baby, pet-sit at your place, or take care of your fur baby at my home. Pet care is as on-hands and giving as much attention to your fur baby as you wish. I am ready to love them as much as they want and need. I do live in an apartment with places surrounding the building to take dogs outside to potty. There is a new dog park just a block from where I reside. My building is a secure building that is locked with cameras everywhere in the hallways. There are long hallways in my building with very few residents and lots of room to run inside when weather outside is not good. I am able to leave as often as needed to walk dogs. Also, I am able to care for your fur babies in their own home or at my residence.

About: We want to make sure your pet has all the love and attention and will be very safe while you are away. We have no other pets in our home and your pet will receive 100% of our attention. I work from home so I am available at all hours. We have a large backyard with lots of room to play and we also take a couple of walks a day if your pet enjoys that! I currently work from home. I will be available to take care of your pet at all times. We can discuss your pets needs and see what is perfect for them while they stay in our home. Your pet will be part of the family. We have a large yard and garden they will have access to. They will be walked daily. We will treat your dog like it’s our own. Love, kindness and plenty of fresh air and exercise is what we do!!

About: I’ve been taking care of my dog since I was 7 years old. Recently I started taking care of my neighbor’s dog as well. They rely on me to walk and feed their dog when they go on vacation. I love spending time with dogs and cats!!!! I am currently on summer vacation so I am available any day of the week. This will change once school starts, then I will be available after 4pm. I have a fenced yard, one dog and one cat to keep your fur friend company. If needed I can keep them away from each other.

About: I’ve had a family dog since my sister brought home our first pet a dashound puppy. In the following years I’ve had 7 more dogs to love and care for. I now have a little Cairn Terrier mix who adores other dogs and is very gentle. I will make sure your pet is safe and well cared for in my home. He/she will be fed, walked, etc. according to your instructions. I never worry about accidents. We will walk outside weather permitting and/or just hang out with plenty of cuddles and fun. I will contact you as many times as you want during the time your pet is with me. I can administer meds if needed. I am a retired teacher and I’m home most days and evenings for drop in care or overnight care. I will follow all instructions you have and you may contact me any time of the day or night. I will make sure your pet feels safe and cared for with as many potty breaks as needed. Your pet will be fed & watered on the schedule you have at home. I have many toys available or you can bring your own. Treats provided at your instruction. Exercise and walks given once a day. I'm a retired teacher so I'm home day and night unless for errands. I watch Dog TV and other dog shows if your pet enjoys that. If I walk the pet I will need a good leash & collar. Also my home is pet proofed meaning nothing is on the floor or counter that they could get into.