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Sitter Profile Image: Jenevieve Y.
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1. Jenevieve Y.

Dogs are children too!!
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317
2.5 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
24 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

We loved Genevieve's communication and how much she cared about our dog! It's not always easy leaving your fur-babies but we felt confident with Genevieve! She has a great set up in her home, gave lots of attention to our pup, and sent pictures! We would absolutely use her again and certainly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Justin Z.
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2. Justin Z.

Big yard, Big dog, big play time
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311
4.7 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Absolutely amazing! Justin was a such a great fit for Oscar and us. I felt so relieved knowing our pup was in such great hands. Highly recommend and we will definitely utilize Justin in the future.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla R.
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3. Kayla R.

Pets are SPOILED over here!
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50309
1.6 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
11 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

We got lots of pictures and updates of Taylor during her stay! It’s always a little nerve wracking to leave to your pup with someone you don’t know, but it makes it a lot easier when you know they’re being well taken care of! Will definitely use Kayla again when we need someone to watch Taylor.

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin & Chris R.
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4. Erin & Chris R.

Going away? Let your pet play!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
6.5 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
70 reviews
30 repeat clients
from
$32
per night

Erin and Chris are great! We spent time finding the best sitter for our situation, with the best (and most consistent) reviews. We also conducted a meet & greets at their home before leaving him to ensure that everything was as described and that everyone got along well. The extra time we invested upfront was well worth it to give us peace of mind that he would be happy, allowing us to fully enjoy our vacation. We received lots of photo updates during his stay and would highly recommend.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Steven S.
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5. Steven S.

Cat Person Who Loves Dogs
Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316
0.4 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$30
per night

Steven was very accommodating for our last minute weekend trip, and was very attentive & patient with our 2 large dogs. We highly recommend having Steven watch your fur buddies!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Casandra L.
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6. Casandra L.

Rover 101
No bark is too loud!
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
3.0 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
33 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

Casandra was amazing. I was a first time customer and a bit uncertain how Rover worked. Casandra took the time to meet my dog and me in advance of my reservation to both answer my questions and allow my dog to acclimate to her overnight accommodations. Casandra took pictures of my dog playing and sent them to me daily - it totally put my mind at ease! I will definitely use Casandra again! Again, she was fantastic. Highly recommend her and her services!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa W.
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7. Lisa W.

Kind and caring animal lover!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310
4.2 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
9 repeat clients
from
$27
per night

I highly recommend Lisa!!! Lisa was absolutely wonderful with our dog. We had a meet and greet in person - Lisa was incredibly kind and loved her energy. She made my dog feel instantly comfortable. While we were on vacation, Lisa sent me multiple pictures and updates everyday for a week while we were gone. I will absolutely use Lisa again!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
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8. Lisa S.

Stay at home dog mom by airport.
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
4.4 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
11 repeat clients
from
$35
per night

They took extra special care of Pause and made sure he felt at home. They even sent him home with an extra doggie bag of treats!! He is tired out from all the fun and will be staying over again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie P.
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9. Katie P.

Stay at Home Pet Care
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
4.3 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
14 repeat clients
from
$35
per night

Katie and her family were amazing for our quick weekend away. We got updates all weekend. This was the first we had left our pup with someone else. Couldn’t recommend her more.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Maricela V.
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10. Maricela V.

I like caring for cats and dogs
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315
1.8 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$35
per night

Maricela was awesome with easing in Sami into her home, giving her space to get used to the new environment. She sent pictures daily and was always incredibly responsive in both the inquiry and once booked. She accommodated our requests and was incredibly friendly. Definitely recommend Maricela if you are looking for someone that will treat your pet as their own!

Sitter Profile Image: Rebekah H.
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11. Rebekah H.

Please let me love your animals!
Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA, 50315
3.2 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
6 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Rebekah was awesome! This was our first time using a dog sitter so we were a little nervous. We had a visit with her dogs and after a little while, we were comfortable they would get along ok. Rebekah was very flexible and responsive and sent us pictures every day. She truly took care of our dog and loved her like her own. She had so much fun, which helped us to relax and not worry while we were away. It was a great experience and we will definitely use Rebekah in the future and recommend her to anyone.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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12. Sarah W.

Mom of 2 pups!
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
4.4 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Thank you for watching our dog, Lady, for New Years! I know she enjoyed all the extra attention and playing at your house. I would love to have your big backyard! We will definitely bring her back if we are in the area again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley G.
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13. Ashley G.

Fenced yard & pampered pups!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50322
5.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$30
per night

I could tell my dog was so happy during her stay and she returned to us so tired from playing all day. Ashley is great at communicating, treated my dog as her own, and her dogs are so friendly!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica V.
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14. Jessica V.

We treat your pets like family!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
6.6 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
10 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Jessica is amazing! My dogs were very well taken care of and she even won over my very anxious puppy. She kept me updated and sent pictures and videos all along the way and it really meant a lot to me that they felt so comfortable and like part of her family right away. It’s the first time I’ve left them! Her doggo played so well with ours. She’s great! I won’t use anyone else!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Oziel H.
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15. Ashley & Oziel H.

All around animal lover and cuddler
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50312
3.7 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
47 reviews
24 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

Ashley & Oziel did great with our pup, Dakota! He was exhausted when we picked him up, which is the best case scenario! They checked all the boxes and we can't wait to have them watch Dakota in the future!

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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16. Alice b.

Pet lover and adventure lover
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315
3.7 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
80 reviews
26 repeat clients
from
$32
per night

Alice was fabulous!! She sent photos and a video and updates as to how our pupster was doing. We felt confident that she was in very good hands. Our dog is usually anxious around other dogs but she warmed up quickly to Alice’s little frenchie and they even had some play time. We will use her again if we need this service in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Christy & Erkam N.
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17. Christy & Erkam N.

Work from home dog sitters!
Southwestern Hills, Des moines, IA, 50321
3.4 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

They were so kind and loving with our small dog. Great communication and sent pics regularly. Would take our dog there again and highly recommend.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Veronica B.
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18. Veronica B.

Weekend at Vernie’s! Book with me!
Cheatom Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317
2.5 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
from
$39
per night

Thank you Veronica for accepting our request to dog sit Taquito. We have another trip soon and will be taking him with you.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Lucia R.
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19. Lucia R.

Rover 101
Dr. Lulittle at Your Service!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50322
4.8 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
145 reviews
56 repeat clients
from
$35
per night

My dogs were happy and exhausted when I picked them up from a two-night weekend stay at Lucia's. Lucia sent me a photo each day to let me know my two fur babies were doing well and I had no worries at all while I, too, enjoyed my weekend. Would recommend Lucia. Definitely worth the drive.

Confirmed availability: Easter Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Cory W.
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20. Cory W.

Animal loving go getter. 🐾
Des Moines, IA, 50315
5.1 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$30
per night

To whom it may concern. I have known Cory all of his life and he is an extremely caring and responsible person that I would trust with my life and his commitment to his and others and their animals. They are well fed and very well maintained with all their wants and needs met with love and compassion. I would trust him to care for my entire family especially my babies and their care!

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Des Moines Dog Boarding ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dog boarders in Des Moines are rated on average 5 out of 5 stars based on 2,784 reviews.


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