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“Belle was very kind and I felt comfortable leaving Capone & Leo with her. When we came home, the boys were very happy and I could tell they liked having Belle with them as they were calm & comtent. Very quick to respond!”
“I was in need of 'in my home' doggy care three consecutive times within a two month span and didn't really want to "train" multiple sitters. Brianna was able to take the first and third times but offered to show her college age sister how to take care of Lacie. Sister Alyssa took good care of Lacie most recently. Thank you so much for caring for my spoiled fur baby!”
“We've used Ashlee several times and she always does a fantastic job! We get regular communication, she accommodates our normal routine, and takes great care of our dogs and home while we're away.”
About: I am currently a third year veterinary student. Not only do I enjoy watching peoples animals, but I also have experience caring for their health needs. I also have two dogs and a cat of my own so caring for pets is all I know! This semesters schedule is a bit more flexible so I can make most things work. However I am an early morning person and have class most days till 12 but besides that I can make anything work. I am extremely detail oriented. With my own dogs I follow a pretty strict schedule. I like to meet the pet prior to watching them and get a little day to day schedule as well as know things like previous health history or diet restrictions. I like to follow the owners schedule as much as possible so that the animal feels like not much has changed. If anything changes health wise for the animal I will be quick to call the owner as well as schedule appointments with their vet. I will take care of your pet like they are my own pet.
“Hailey is a wonderful dog and house sitter! She is kind, caring, attentive and bright. She stayed with our dog for 4 nights while we were away and when we returned we could tell Shoshi was happy and calm and well cared for. Highly recommend!!”
“We cannot thank Allyson enough for taking such wonderful care of our Veera! She followed all our care instructions meticulously and went above and beyond when an unexpected water leak occurred in our ceiling, handling the situation promptly and responsibly. Throughout our trip, she kept us updated with daily messages and adorable pictures, giving us peace of mind knowing Veera was in great hands. We truly appreciate her attentiveness and dedication—highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!”
About: I am a third year veterinary student here in Ames! I have worked as a Veterinary Assistant for 6 years now and have gained experience in handling and working with all breeds and sizes of dogs, as well as cats. I have also been petsitting for family friends for 5 years and have plenty of experience making pets feels comfortable while their owner is away. I am comfortable handling any dog or cat, with anything from giving medications to your senior pup to walks and exercise for the more energetic ones! I’m a full time student, but have most afternoons, evenings, and weekends free to check on and care for your fur-babies! My schedule can be quite flexible and I can make most any schedule work throughout the week. As I am currently renting, I am not able to care for pets in my own home. However, I am more than willing to travel and take care of your fur-baby in the comfort of their own home! I have been trained on how to handle all types of animals with care and respect towards them, and would feel comfortable assisting with any training you are working with them on. Most of all, I absolutely love to hang out with any animal and would be honored to care for your fur baby!
“Teagan housesat for our very active 15 month old lab/coonhound mix. Bella can keep you on your toes but Teagan did a great job with her. She communicated with us daily and sent pics. We felt much better being gone knowing Bella was in good hands!”
About: I have grown up and still have cats and dogs of my own. As well as cared for many other peoples cats and dogs so they could be out of town. I ensure you that I am experienced in the pet sitting field and will make your feline and K- Nine as happy as possible. I am currently a student at Iowa State university so my schedule is very flexible. I will be able to take care of all your pets and homes as much as need or as much as you would like me to! I am willing to commute to homes to care for pets and any thing else in your homes that need a little TLC! I am unable to board pets at my own home but am more than willing to come to yours!
“Our pup is sweet but very shy, and Jasslee was so kind and patient with him. She really took the time to make him feel comfortable, and it was great to see him warm up to her. She kept us updated every day with pictures and his schedule, which we truly appreciated and which helped us enjoy our trip without worrying. We came back to a happy pup, and she was always super prompt whenever we reached out to her. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable sitter.”
“Erin was great! Kept the house nice and clean. Took the pups on some adventures and kept us updated about them. The pups even whined a couple minutes after she left looking for her. 10/10 would recommend again.”
About: I’ve had dogs all my life and multiple at time I have been trusted by my parents to take care of them. I have also been trusted to take care of others animals friends with routines that have included feeding, walking, bathing, and over night stays. I’m currently a part time worker so I have an open schedule and am will to work with yours. I’m available on most weekends for over night stays Provide plenty of attention and affection: Spend quality time playing well keeping their schedule , cuddling, and interacting with the pet to keep them happy and reduce stress.
“Isabella did a wonderful job watching our two German Shepherds while we took a weekend trip. She gave them great care and sent us picture updates. It’s so comforting to know our boys are safe and loved while we’re away. We’ll definitely book with Isabella again in the future!”
“We really appreciated Maya’s consistent communication and pictures of our pups! When she ran into a hiccup, she remained calm, flexible, and persistent. She made us feel so much better about leaving our dogs for a week.”
“This was our first time working with Yutana and we could not have been happier. Our dog is pretty selective on who she trusts and Yutana set her completely at ease. All the pets got love, scritches, food, walks and our place looked great when we returned. Great communication, care, and patience. Thanks Yutana!”
About: I’ve had a dog in my household my entire life. I love to spend time with dogs more than humans. I like to play with them and show affection. I also love to take my dog on walks and runs. My dad taught me a couple training skills as well. I also pet sitter for someone for a week and stayed the night the whole week, and have done some weekends as well. They always went so smoothly! I go to college at Iowa state university and am done around 12 every day except Monday. Monday I have a lab that goes until 6. I would be able to stop in whenever! I treat each home with respect and treat the dog like they are my own. I make them my priority and make sure they are happy!
“Angela exceeded expectations and did an amazing job! She took pictures to send during every visit which made us feel like our babies were taken care of and safe. Would very much recommend to other pet owners!”
Over 643 pet parents in Ames have booked house sitting
Ames pet parents share their Rover experiences
It's our first time using Rover and we were nervous about it but very glad we found Jessica! She is attentive to our request, responsive and provides frequent updates while we were away for a day trip. Our anxious baby is in good shape and looks happy when we returned home. 10/10 would hire Jessica as Kiki's pet sitter :)
We are beyond grateful for Olivia! She took such amazing care of our cat, Mochi, and truly went above and beyond. Her communication was wonderful, she sent frequent photo updates that made us smile every time, and it was so reassuring to see how happy and relaxed Mochi looked with her. When a snowstorm hit, Olivia even stayed overnight to make sure he was safe and could be fed! We felt completely at ease on our trip knowing Mochi was in such loving, capable hands. Olivia is the best, and we cannot recommend her enough, 10/10! We will absolutely be booking with her again :)
Erin was amazing! She was super easy to communicate with, followed all our rules, and took such great care of Mochi. She sent tons of updates and pictures, which made us feel so at ease while we were away. The best part was that she spent lots of time hanging out with him, Mochi absolutely loved it! He can be a little shy with new people, but he warmed up to Erin right away and cuddled on her lap. We couldn't be happier. 10/10 will definitely book again!
Brianna is absolutely amazing! This was our first time using Rover for our 2 dogs and 2 cats, so we were a little nervous, but Brianna put our minds and hearts at ease. She sent many photos and gave us regular updates. She went above and beyond, and did extra things to love on our fur babies! We highly recommend Brianna!
Courtney was absolutely wonderful with our cat! Our cat was well loved while in her care, which was evident from the many pictures we got of the two cuddling on the couch! She was also an ideal house guest, since when we got back our house was exactly as we left it. We would love to work with Courtney again in the future because we know our cat will be well loved on while we are gone!
Due to a last minute trip, we were scrambling to find a sitter for our two dogs. Ceondra was responsive, accommodating to our needs, and scheduled to meet with us quickly. From our first encounter I could tell our dogs were going to be in good hands. Ceondra did a wonderful job caring for our boys. She updated us after each visit and sent us pictures of our dogs, which means the world to me. Ceondra communicated well and followed our care instructions, washing our minds while we were away. We will definitely rebook with Ceondra again!
We couldn’t have asked for a better Rover sitter! She was exactly what you hope for when trusting someone with your pets—reliable, caring, and communicative. Our pets absolutely loved her, and it was clear from the regular updates and pictures she sent that they were not only well cared for, but happy and comfortable while we were away. She made sure their routines were followed, and it gave us so much peace of mind. We would 100% book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone who truly treats your pets like her own!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Ames is $40
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Sitters in Ames average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ames on Rover as of Feb 2026 was about $40 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Feb 2026, there are 359 house sitters in Ames. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Ames house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ames have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Ames.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Ames house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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