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Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 154 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Always the best! Coco and I absolutely love Alice! She is always accommodating to my schedule, has great availability, takes awesome care of my girl, and my girl adores her time with her and her dog! So lucky to have found Alice 🥰”

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Jenevieve Y.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 299 reviews
85 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317

“Wow…is all I can say! A long stay but the best red carpet treatment I could’ve hoped for. Jenevieve was prompt, wonderful communication, took the best care of my boys! I cannot say enough…what a wonderful experience for my first time! Will absolutely book with her again!”

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Emily B.
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$30
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5 years of experience
South Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

About: Hi, I'm Emily! I'm not just a dog lover - I've been a dog mom to just about every size and personality. Over the years I've had a Chihuahua, Lab, Olde English Bulldog, American Staffordshire amd now we have an American Bully. I’m very comfortable with strong, energetic breeds as well as tiny lap dogs who think they run the house. We currently have an 80lb American Bully named Rosco. I particularly love the bully breeds - no judgment, just structure, play, and lots of affection. I know how to read body language for both a nervous 4lb Chihuahua and an 80lb Lab who thinks they’re a lap dog. I’ve cared for a dog who required a strict daily medication routine, so I am meticulous about timing, dosages, and watching for side effects. Pills, liquid meds, special feeding schedules - I’ve done it all and I take it seriously. My home is calm with a structured routine. My husband and I are early to bed and early to rise. I keep a clean but dog-proofed home with a predictable routine for potty breaks, walks, play, and rest. We walk in the mornings and sometimes again in the evening if the weather allows. I only book one client at a time so your pup(s) will get plenty of attention! It’s also important that your dog gets along with mine so I will schedule a meet and greet before we confirm. This helps ensure it’s a good match for everyone. I promise to send lots of updates, photos, and videos so you never worry. Your pup will be treated like family here - safe, loved, allowed on the couch and in the bed and very well cared for while you're away. I have a securely fenced yard and inside my home dogs have plenty of places to lounge, with dog beds, toys, and a quiet areas for naps. My home is non-smoking, no kids. We have one American Bully named Rosco. Rosco is neutered, two years old, about 80 lbs and loves other dogs. Rosco is a high energy dog who does best with dogs who are playful but also tolerant. Rosco also does great with smaller dogs and puppies. I am open to dogs over 40lbs but not more than 75lbs. I never leave dogs unattended without them being kenneled. I am home most of the day but utilize kennels when we’re gone for everyone’s safety. We follow a twice a day feeding schedule and I will gladly follow your instructions to the letter for feeding, crate time, and walks. I’m currently between jobs and have plenty of time for pet care. My husband works during the week and is around in the evenings and the weekends to help care for our pups. I have a fenced in yard a very friendly bulldog named Rosco to keep your pup company. I can also crate your pup if needed.

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Melanie R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 41 reviews
15 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Des moines, IA, 50265

“My wife and I left the country for about 10 days and were worried because we have never left our dog with strangers or in a kennel because he is older and adopted. He has a weird routine and glaucoma so he needed a little extra care but they handled him perfectly and he fit right into their routine. Melanie and her family saved us 100%! They constantly sent us pics and updates on him which made us feel better. They took care of him as if he was part of their family and we greatly appreciate it. 10/10!”

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Cynthia B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Cynthia took great care of Brooks for a weekend stay. Her home and big backyard were perfect for him, and she kept us updated with photos and quick responses, which made us feel really comfortable. He clearly felt right at home — he almost didn’t want to leave! Friendly, flexible, and easy to work with. We’ll definitely be booking with her again.”

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Jessica C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
2 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Clive, IA, 50325

“Jessica did an excellent job with little B and he came home happy and healthy. He can’t settle down without his dog bed, so we were glad we could leave it with him. We also brought his food and water bowl. Jessica was professional, competent, and caring. Five star rating, for sure! We will definitely use her again.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Molly is simply the best! My dogs are always happy to go visit and Molly communicates with me throughout the boarding time. I will continue to use Molly and recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic pet sitter!”

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• 44 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

“Kim and her family have been so welcoming and patient toward our dog that can be skittish toward people and other dogs. It gives us such a peace of mind when we drop her off, we'd definitely recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
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Cory G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 157 reviews
53 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Cory has been a fantastic companion dog sitter for us time and time again! He does well with Skip's anxiety and give him great attention and exercise to keep him comfortable when we travel!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie P.
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Katie P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 65 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Indianola Hills, Des moines, IA, 50315

“Katie was so amazing with my dogs! I have a 3 year old rescue who can be overly sensitive at times as well as a 5 month old Belgian Malinois puppy who is the complete opposite. This was my first time using Rover, and also having such a great job, sending updated pictures of them, and making sure I was informed and comfortable the entire time. My pups had such a blast!!! We will DEFINITELY use her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lara & Cary J.
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Lara & Cary J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 82 reviews
25 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Lara and Cary are wonderful people and we feel totally comfortable leaving our 13 year old German Shepherd in their care. Our dog likes staying with them and is calm and does very well when she stays in their lovely home. Highly recommend Lara and Cary.”

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Kari & Alex H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Accent, Des Moines, IA, 50317

“Kari is quick to respond to messages and was easy to work with. She was super about last minute time changes. She sent pictures and kept me updated on how my girl was doing. All in all a good experience and Freddie gives her a paws up!”

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Maricela V.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“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!”

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Hayley & Zach K.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

“Took in our dog last minute and took great care of him. communicated often and sent photos! answered quickly whenever i reached out as well. definitely recommend and will rebook in the future!”

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Becky D.
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$38
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Saint Charles, IA, 50240

“Becky took care of Silky very well and took him for walks and updated regularly regarding how he was doing. She also picked him up and dropped him off which was very convenient especially with the bad weather with snow at the time.”

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Adrienne D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50320

“Adrienne watched Lola overnight and was wonderful. She is very responsive and sends pictures. She is also very flexible. Would highly recommend :)”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lana P.
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Lana P.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
6 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

“Lana was the first sitter i’ve ever used on Rover, and it was the first time I ever left my dog. She was absolutely amazing! I got photos and daily updates on what my dog was up to. It was very clear that my dog was in good hands- and got so much love I wasn’t sure she’d even want to come home!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ross P.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50021

“Ross was great at communicating and taking care of our dog. He helped our dog Winston over a weekend when Winston was having a difficult time with allergies and a sore paw.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah M.
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Hannah M.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316

“Hannah was amazing! She showed our sweet Butter so much love and we felt totally comfortable and confident that our anxious dog was being cared for so well the entire time we were away. Hannah sent tons of photos and updates which is always the best. We highly recommend her and would leave Butter with her again in a heartbeat.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sherilynn G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 126 reviews
58 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Sherilynn and family are the best dog sitters ever. Rusty is an older dachshund who is a snuggler. The family is so gentle with him and he loves going there.”

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I would absolutely book with Iyari again! She and her family were so kind, accommodating with shifting schedules for drop off/pick up, and they made my dog feel right at home the entire stay. They live on a gorgeous property with lots of space for pups to roam and play. It is not so hard being away from your pup when you know they’re in great hands.

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Janelle R.
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Lizee absolutely loves her time. Definitely feel she’s part of the family while she’s there. Highly recommended Crystal.

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Avon Lake home-away-from-home, packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Avon Lake.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Avon Lake sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in IA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

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