Pet Sitting in Ankeny

“Very attentive, and timely, her attention to detail is unmatched, and the care and respect for the needs of your pet and instructions are unparalleled! Would definitely recommend!”

Leon P.

“Madison was great for drop in care of our two dogs. Good communication and loved the pictures she included in the visit. Would use her services again. Thank you!”

Brenda G.

“Amanda has been amazing!! This is the first time we have been away from Olive, and Amanda made us so comfortable. Sending pics, and daily check ins. Thank you Amanda! Will be contacting you next time. :)”

Ashton V.

“Grace took great care of you two cats making sure they had what they needed, giving them love and treats, and giving a short report with pictures each day.”

Amy M.

“Jaron was excellent with our cat. He paid her a lot of attention and was able to accommodate her medication schedule, as well as adapt to some of her behavior changes. We felt very comfortable leaving her in his care, and will gladly request his help in the future.”

Cassandra C.

“Great job!”

Molleigh R.

“Kent is dependable and is good with my dog. I definitely recommend him.”

Nora W.

“Pamela did a great job checking on Chloe every day while we were on vacation. Chloe really seemed to bond with her. She went above and beyond by bringing in our mail and taking our trash to the curb. I would highly recommend her.”

Susan J.

“It was lovely having Emily take care of my pup Sol while I was away for a few days! Communication was great & made sure he was taken care of while I was out. Would be happy to have her dog-sit again anytime!”

Gabriela S.

“Austin was very attentive to my 2 cats. He took plenty of photos and communicated with me very well. I will definitely have Austin check on my kitties again. He anleviated any and all worries that I had while traveling without my cats.”

Heidi G.

“Very helpful especially on such short notice.”

Andrew K.

About: I've had dogs since the day I was born, and responsibly started taking care of them since I was around 10 years old. I've taken care of dogs from 8 weeks old to 16 years. I had cats growing up and currently have a cat, Ginger, who I have had for the last 9 years. As an adult, I've had 2 dogs and have cared for them in their crazy puppyhood to more gentle yet demanding senior care. As your dog sitter, I can provide enrichment via walks, playing, and basic tricks and skills you want me to work on with your dog. I can feed and refresh water bowls. I can help with medication if needed. As your cat sitter, I can feed and refresh water bowls/fountains, and provide enrichment such as playing with your cat or walks (in a stroller or harness if trained). I also have one year of experience with freshwater fish. I am happy to care for any of your pets' needs during a visit. I treat my all of my pets like children and I am so excited to start caring for yours! I am a teacher currently on summer vacation. I am free to work during the week from around 11-3 for drop in visits or walks. Once the school year starts back up, I may be available during holiday breaks and some weekends. Expect thorough reports and cute photos after a sitting or walk. As a regular user of Rover services myself, I know what I like and want from my sitters, so I will put that into my work. I will enter the home however is most comfortable with the client and lock the home back up when I leave. All walks will be leashed or contained in a stroller. I do not offer off-leash walks for the safety and liability of myself, your pet, and anyone we might encounter. If your pet is crated, I will crate them again when I leave. I will only enter spaces necessary for the care of the pet.

“Sylvia did a great job checking in on my puppy, Max! We met up the day before to show her around and go over everything she needed to know to take him on a walk, feed him, and play with him for a while while I was out. She asked great questions and provided updates while she was there! I’ll definitely be reaching out to her again in the future.”

Rachel M.

“Kendra is so wonderful! She noticed that my cat was out of food and gave him more for me. And my dog really emits her visits too! We’ll be requesting her services again, I highly recommended her if you need any help with your fur babies!! and... She is always right on time”

Angie C.

“Ellen did a fantastic job!”

Hanna R.

About: Hi! I’m Emma, a reliable and caring pet sitter who loves spending time with animals. I recently returned from a year of traveling in Australia, where I used TrustedHousesitters to care for cats and dogs while exploring new places. This gave me experience following different routines, keeping pets comfortable, and forming bonds with animals from all over. At home, I have two dogs and two cats that I adore. Growing up with pets taught me the basics of feeding, grooming, and giving plenty of love. I’ve also cared for pets for neighbors, friends, and family, including senior dogs and those with special needs. Now that I’m back in the U.S., I’m excited to continue pet sitting and helping local pet owners have peace of mind while they’re away. My weekends are typically very open, so I’m often available for additional bookings, and I’m always happy to help with holiday visits when pet owners need reliable care the most. I’m incredibly reliable and flexible—just let me know in advance if you need my services. I give pets the same care and attention as they would receive at home—following their feeding and medication schedules, keeping things clean, and providing plenty of love and play. I focus on each pet’s unique needs to make sure they feel safe, happy, and comfortable.

About: I provide dependable, attentive care and treat every pet like they’re my own. I’m comfortable caring for dogs and cats with different personalities, energy levels, and routines, and I understand how important consistency and patience are while owners are away. I can help with feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medication reminders, litter box care, and giving pets plenty of attention and companionship. I’m especially focused on making pets feel safe, comfortable, and stress-free in their home environment, while also keeping owners updated with photos and communication throughout the stay. Pet care fits naturally into my routine because I have a flexible schedule and genuinely enjoy spending time with animals. I’m able to plan my days around walks, feeding schedules, playtime, and check-ins to make sure pets get consistent attention and care. I’m also reliable with communication and updates, so owners can feel comfortable knowing their pets are being well cared for while they’re away. I focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and low-stress environment for every pet in my care. In a client’s home, I follow their pet’s normal routine as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medications if needed, and any household rules or instructions. I make sure pets always have fresh water, a clean space, and plenty of attention and supervision. I’m respectful of clients’ homes, keep communication open with regular updates and photos, and prioritize making pets feel secure and cared for while their owners are away.

“Meagen is very responsive and an excellent communicator. She made an excellent first impression for this first time Rover user. We will definitely use her services again. You should too!”

Todd and Colette M.

“Was always on time and she kept all of our visits without having to cancel or reschedule. Did a great job with the dogs and had some amazing pictures of them. Followed up on each visit and was very pleased. Would definitely use her again!”

michael r.

“Great communication and care!”

Candace B.