Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Carpenter, Des Moines, IA
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“Hanna is so attentive and great with Ole!”
“Monica was so so so so helpful. My fur babies are very shy and timid but Monica worked so hard to make sure they got what they needed and much more! I'm so grateful for her, thank you!!!”
“Morgan has been our regular dog walker for a few months now! she’s been extremely reliable and accommodating to occasional shifts in schedule! Anytime we notice something behavioral we might want her to observe with our puppy, she provides great feedback! I absolutely trust her with our dog and recommend her highly!”
“Thank you so much for taking such great care of Harvey! Ali was wonderful to work with! She was on time and sent a picture of our fur baby during drop in.”
“My dogs and cat were in such good hands. Highly recommend him. Will use again and again. Was in another country and he was so patient with my payment issue. I didn’t have to worry even at 3700 miles away.”
“Lisa, I was so glad to find you and to be able to count on you = I just returned home and everyone seems fine == and I'm sure they'll miss you greatly = thanks so much. Vickt”
“Ash was great with our pups! She was great at communicating and very reliable. We felt at ease knowing they were taken care of. Will book with her again!”
“I can't recommend Kassy highly enough! She did an exceptional job taking care of Bella. Kassy was incredibly detailed in her updates, providing thorough reports and sending plenty of pictures, which really put our minds at ease. Bella was clearly well taken care of, and we're so grateful for Kassy's attentive care”
“Daniel is so good with our pup! Takes good care of her, makes sure she follows her routine and rules, and gives her plenty of love. So glad to have his help!”
“This is my second time having Andrea and she is great! She remembered specifics about the kitties and always takes the best pictures of them so I don’t miss them too much. Thanks Andrea!”
“Javon is always so great with my pups! I am confident they are being cared for and loved while I’m out and there are always wonderful pictures at the end of the day. Highly recommend!”
“I have a really old dog who is mostly blind and quite arthritic and tends to get really lethargic and depressed when I’m not around, and Natasha took incredible care of my sweet boy!!!! I was shocked that she was able to get him to go for a walk each time she went, but it just proves how amazing she is! I really appreciated the pictures and detailed descriptions of her visits! I miss my pets so much when I’m gone and there’s nothing better than feeling 100% sure your pet is in excellent hands. You want to feel like your pet is being loved the way you love them when you’re there and Natasha does that!!”
“Troy was awesome with Asher!! Left very detailed feedback, and got him some much needed exercise during the day while I'm gone. Asher was very tired after, which is the goal! I have no complaints and would recommend to anyone looking to supplement some socialization and exercise for their pets.”
“So happy we contacted Chelsie to watch our kitten! She put us at ease while we were away with updates, pictures and giving medicine to our kitten! We will definitely getting ahold of her again if we ever need a sitter and will let friends and family know about her! Thank you again Chelsie ?”
“Torina was lovely with our pups. It’s always reassuring to know that your furry friends are well taken care of while away. I highly recommend Torina for your pet care needs!”
About: I’m the go-to petsitter in my friend group! I grew up on a farm with dozens of pets and I love getting to know new animals. I am open to caring for any critters and can’t wait to give your animal some one-on-one attention. I have a flexible full time job (M-F, 9-5) where I travel around the DSM area which allows me to stop in and check on pets whenever. I’m free on nights and weekends. I’m diligent when it comes to privacy and safety and believe in treating every animal and home with care. I think communication with owners is huge and I like to check in frequently.
“Allison did a perfect job checking in on my two cats while I was out of town. Booking her was fast and easy. She is punctual, respectful, follows directions, and is very communicative. She gave a thorough update and went above and beyond in her care. I definitely recommend booking with her. Thanks again, Allison!”
“I needed someone last minute after my first booking was canceled 2 hours before I had to leave. Thankfully, Austyn came through and was very helpful. I will book again.”
“Excellent service! I came back home to a happy and energetic dog. I would recommend to anyone interested in quality service for their companion.”
“Traci was absolutely amazing! Very attentive to my fur babies, went the extra mile and always made sure they were comfortable and loved. Would highly recommend and will be using her services in the future. Best experience I've had by far!”
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Hanna G.
“Hanna is so attentive and great with Ole!”
Monica D.Star Sitter
“Monica was so so so so helpful. My fur babies are very shy and timid but Monica worked so hard to make sure they got what they needed and much more! I'm so grateful for her, thank you!!!”
Morgan H.Star Sitter
“Morgan has been our regular dog walker for a few months now! she’s been extremely reliable and accommodating to occasional shifts in schedule! Anytime we notice something behavioral we might want her to observe with our puppy, she provides great feedback! I absolutely trust her with our dog and recommend her highly!”
Alexandra H.Star Sitter
“Thank you so much for taking such great care of Harvey! Ali was wonderful to work with! She was on time and sent a picture of our fur baby during drop in.”
Cory G.Star Sitter
“My dogs and cat were in such good hands. Highly recommend him. Will use again and again. Was in another country and he was so patient with my payment issue. I didn’t have to worry even at 3700 miles away.”
Lisa W.Star Sitter
“Lisa, I was so glad to find you and to be able to count on you = I just returned home and everyone seems fine == and I'm sure they'll miss you greatly = thanks so much. Vickt”
Ash B.Star Sitter
“Ash was great with our pups! She was great at communicating and very reliable. We felt at ease knowing they were taken care of. Will book with her again!”
Kassy D.Star Sitter
“I can't recommend Kassy highly enough! She did an exceptional job taking care of Bella. Kassy was incredibly detailed in her updates, providing thorough reports and sending plenty of pictures, which really put our minds at ease. Bella was clearly well taken care of, and we're so grateful for Kassy's attentive care”
Daniel F.Star Sitter
“Daniel is so good with our pup! Takes good care of her, makes sure she follows her routine and rules, and gives her plenty of love. So glad to have his help!”
Andrea M.Star Sitter
“This is my second time having Andrea and she is great! She remembered specifics about the kitties and always takes the best pictures of them so I don’t miss them too much. Thanks Andrea!”
Javon L.Star Sitter
“Javon is always so great with my pups! I am confident they are being cared for and loved while I’m out and there are always wonderful pictures at the end of the day. Highly recommend!”
Natasha A.
“I have a really old dog who is mostly blind and quite arthritic and tends to get really lethargic and depressed when I’m not around, and Natasha took incredible care of my sweet boy!!!! I was shocked that she was able to get him to go for a walk each time she went, but it just proves how amazing she is! I really appreciated the pictures and detailed descriptions of her visits! I miss my pets so much when I’m gone and there’s nothing better than feeling 100% sure your pet is in excellent hands. You want to feel like your pet is being loved the way you love them when you’re there and Natasha does that!!”
Troy D.Star Sitter
“Troy was awesome with Asher!! Left very detailed feedback, and got him some much needed exercise during the day while I'm gone. Asher was very tired after, which is the goal! I have no complaints and would recommend to anyone looking to supplement some socialization and exercise for their pets.”
Chelsie L.
“So happy we contacted Chelsie to watch our kitten! She put us at ease while we were away with updates, pictures and giving medicine to our kitten! We will definitely getting ahold of her again if we ever need a sitter and will let friends and family know about her! Thank you again Chelsie ?”
Torina G.
“Torina was lovely with our pups. It’s always reassuring to know that your furry friends are well taken care of while away. I highly recommend Torina for your pet care needs!”
Mikah M.
“Mikah watched my dog while I was out of town for a weekend and she wasn't ready to leave when I got back in town! I'd trust her with my pets anytime :)”
Allison G.Star Sitter
“Allison did a perfect job checking in on my two cats while I was out of town. Booking her was fast and easy. She is punctual, respectful, follows directions, and is very communicative. She gave a thorough update and went above and beyond in her care. I definitely recommend booking with her. Thanks again, Allison!”
Austyn E.
“I needed someone last minute after my first booking was canceled 2 hours before I had to leave. Thankfully, Austyn came through and was very helpful. I will book again.”
Tanya H.Star Sitter
“Excellent service! I came back home to a happy and energetic dog. I would recommend to anyone interested in quality service for their companion.”
Traci S.
“Traci was absolutely amazing! Very attentive to my fur babies, went the extra mile and always made sure they were comfortable and loved. Would highly recommend and will be using her services in the future. Best experience I've had by far!”
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Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Carpenter.
Rover makes it easy to find Carpenter pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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