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Top rated Ankeny cat sitters
“I would recommend Briana she takes excellent care of my cat when I’m gone and is my go to and thankfully she is always there when I need her!! B says thank you for taking such good care of her!!!”
“Caitlyn was communicative and took good care of our babies for our weekend away.”
“Madison took great care of our cats! Both cats loved her, which is a pretty big deal since one is typically afraid of most people. This was the first vacation I've had in a long time where I could fully relax, because I didn't have to worry about how my pets were doing. We will be repeat customers!”
“Did a great job watching my cats! Thank you so much!!”
“Jaron is great! Makes sure my cats are cared and loved on. Able to give medications and monitor any litterbox issues. Super reliable - only rover I used in the DSM metro!”
“Yolanda took care of my sweet boys while I was out of town and they loved her! She took lots of pictures, followed any instructions I had left, and also went above and beyond. Will definitely be using her again when needed!!”
“Amanda was wonderful! She was kind and friendly at the meet and greet. We felt very comfortable having her check in on our cat and he loved the attention she gave him.”
“Celia did a great job looking in on my cats! We had a last minute change of plans that required a sitter and she was very accommodating and sent several pictures of my boys when she saw them. Very easy to work with and I would highly recommend her!”
“Ashlee took really good care of our girls while we were away. highly recommend!”
“Great job!”
“Katie is AMAZING! We have a disabled cat, a senior cat and an easily spooked cat and she handled them all with such care and love! We have complex routines with each cat and she did it all beautifully! She is very accommodating and patient with working around schedules. She took lots of pictures and wrote detailed descriptions after each night of dropping in. I am 100% a returning client for her services. Book her, you will not regret it!”
“Kendra was absolutely perfect! We had her check on our cat while we were gone for a week. Kendra sent daily photos, as well as an update on her food, water, and demeanor that day! She even watered my plants for me! Highly recommend, and we'll definitely use her again in the future!”
“Lauren is the BEST! She went above and beyond in her role of watching our three pups (plus some!). She was very responsive, courteous, and kind. I will 100% be booking with Lauren again. Can't recommend her enough!”
About: Since age 10 I’ve been volunteering at the ARL. At this same time, my passion for animal welfare also led me to be vegetarian. Since being able to drive I have taken care of multiple different peoples animals during short and extended periods away from home. I am a college student and work part time so I have availability during the day and evenings to care for your pets! I am available weekdays and weekends. My main priority is your pets comfort and safety in their own environment. I am open to any specific needs and instructions to provide your pet the best care.
About: Hi there! I’m Angeline, a lifelong dog lover and proud dog mom to a 2.5-year-old corgi named Archie. He’s full of personality and pretty much my shadow—we go just about everywhere together! Whether it’s park playdates, a local brewery, walks or relaxing at home, I know how important it is to give dogs the care, attention, and affection they deserve. As someone who truly understands the bond between people and their pups, I’ll treat your dog like one of my own. I’m excited to meet your furry family member and make them feel safe, loved, and at home while you’re away! As a full-time professional and proud corgi mom to my 2.5-year-old pup, I understand how important it is to find reliable, loving care for your dog. Pet care naturally fits into my daily routine—I’m used to walks, playtime, and all the tail wags! I’m available most evenings and weekends, and I’d love to help care for your furry friend like one of my own. Please check my calendar for current availability! I have a corgi that loves all dogs! Whether I am in your home or your animal is with me, I can guarantee they will feel comfortable and safe. I will make sure your animal is receiving the care they need that fits their regular routine.
“Talia was great and pleasant to meet. She was on time and reliable and took great pictures of the dogs. We will try to work with her again in the future!”
“Jodie was wonderful!! She left me pictures of my fur baby every time and let me know how he was doing!”
“My kitties absolutely loved LilyAnn!! They were much more stressed free when I got home after being gone. It is well worth the money to have her come and love on my guys!”
“I have a skittish cat and another that requires medication. I haven’t traveled away from home in years, afraid to leave them alone. Thanks to Molly, I am able to do that and have happy, safe kitties. Molly treats your pets as her own, was able to give the medicine needed, and my kitties (and I) found one terrific sitter in Molly. I can travel to family events again! Molly’s amazing!”
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Briana M.
“I would recommend Briana she takes excellent care of my cat when I’m gone and is my go to and thankfully she is always there when I need her!! B says thank you for taking such good care of her!!!”
Caitlyn S.Star Sitter
“Caitlyn was communicative and took good care of our babies for our weekend away.”
Madison F.
“Madison took great care of our cats! Both cats loved her, which is a pretty big deal since one is typically afraid of most people. This was the first vacation I've had in a long time where I could fully relax, because I didn't have to worry about how my pets were doing. We will be repeat customers!”
Grace H.
“Did a great job watching my cats! Thank you so much!!”
Jaron B.
“Jaron is great! Makes sure my cats are cared and loved on. Able to give medications and monitor any litterbox issues. Super reliable - only rover I used in the DSM metro!”
Yolanda A.
“Yolanda took care of my sweet boys while I was out of town and they loved her! She took lots of pictures, followed any instructions I had left, and also went above and beyond. Will definitely be using her again when needed!!”
Amanda Keli G.
“Amanda was wonderful! She was kind and friendly at the meet and greet. We felt very comfortable having her check in on our cat and he loved the attention she gave him.”
Celia D.Star Sitter
“Celia did a great job looking in on my cats! We had a last minute change of plans that required a sitter and she was very accommodating and sent several pictures of my boys when she saw them. Very easy to work with and I would highly recommend her!”
Ashlee M.
“Ashlee took really good care of our girls while we were away. highly recommend!”
Alyssa B.
“Great job!”
Katie V.
“Katie is AMAZING! We have a disabled cat, a senior cat and an easily spooked cat and she handled them all with such care and love! We have complex routines with each cat and she did it all beautifully! She is very accommodating and patient with working around schedules. She took lots of pictures and wrote detailed descriptions after each night of dropping in. I am 100% a returning client for her services. Book her, you will not regret it!”
Kendra M.Star Sitter
“Kendra was absolutely perfect! We had her check on our cat while we were gone for a week. Kendra sent daily photos, as well as an update on her food, water, and demeanor that day! She even watered my plants for me! Highly recommend, and we'll definitely use her again in the future!”
Lauren P.
“Lauren is the BEST! She went above and beyond in her role of watching our three pups (plus some!). She was very responsive, courteous, and kind. I will 100% be booking with Lauren again. Can't recommend her enough!”
Lauren G.
“Lauren has always demonstrated love, patience and responsibility when caring for all the different animals she has had growing up. All animals seem to gravitate to her calm and caring nature. I have full confidence Lauren will care for any pet she sits for as if it were her own. Anyone would be lucky to have her care for their animal family members!”
Angeline P.
“Angeline is an animal lover! She has watched our 3 dogs for years now. Would highly recommend! She is the best communicator as well :)”
Talia M.
“Talia was great and pleasant to meet. She was on time and reliable and took great pictures of the dogs. We will try to work with her again in the future!”
Jodie E.
“Jodie was wonderful!! She left me pictures of my fur baby every time and let me know how he was doing!”
LillyAnn V.
“My kitties absolutely loved LilyAnn!! They were much more stressed free when I got home after being gone. It is well worth the money to have her come and love on my guys!”
Molly L.
“I have a skittish cat and another that requires medication. I haven’t traveled away from home in years, afraid to leave them alone. Thanks to Molly, I am able to do that and have happy, safe kitties. Molly treats your pets as her own, was able to give the medicine needed, and my kitties (and I) found one terrific sitter in Molly. I can travel to family events again! Molly’s amazing!”
Jennifer H.Star Sitter
“Very thorough. Jennifer sent pictures and details and cleaned up the unfortunate messes. I intend to use her again. This was my first experience using Rover.”
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ankeny on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $19 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 267 cat sitters in Ankeny. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Ankeny cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ankeny have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Ankeny.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ankeny cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 267 cat sitters in Ankeny on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ankeny, 93% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 90% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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