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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
118 reviews
44 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50322

Jessica was great! She took time out of her night to come visit Koda the night before she walked him and see how they did with each other! She was also a great walker and was willing to just hang out with him outside of his kennel and play with his toys! We will definitely be going back to Jessica again!

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$15
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28 reviews
9 repeat clients
7 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Jordana has been a great walker for my stubborn 11 year old Shihtzu. She has been incredibly patient and has spent time building a relationship with Ellie so that Ellie is now comfortable walking with Jordana. Jordana asks questions to ensure that she is meeting my expectations and caring for Ellie appropriately. Highly recommend!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Troy D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311

My pup loves hanging with Troy and always looks super happy in the photos. Great communication, photos and case. Highly recommend and we always rebook when we’re traveling to his area!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
146 reviews
51 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Corey was timely, communicative, and friendly. Cory responded to a last minute request quickly, and with a lot of Grace and openness. I am very grateful for Cory's service and look forward to booking with him in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachel R.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

About: Hey there! I’m Rachel and I’ve had a family dog for as long as I can remember. But now I have a family of my own- my partner and I have 4 kids and a mini zoo with 1 bunny, 2 ball pythons, 1 bearded dragon, 2 dogs, 4 cats, 6 mourning geckos and 6 aquariums with fish, snails, dwarf crayfish and shrimp. So, I have a lot of experience with a wide range of animals. Since I’ve started pet sitting on Rover I’ve also gained experience with raw feeding cats and dogs, chicken wrangling, mini home repairs, tree moving, raspberry picking and goose whispering. I used to volunteer every day at the local animal shelter while I was in highschool where I got tons of experience with all types of dogs and frequently helped out the neighbors with their escape artist husky! I previously worked as an assistant dog trainer. I’ve gotten tons of experience with how to better read animal’s body language, create and maintained presence control and facilitate healthy play. While most of my experience is with dogs, I am a true animal lover. One of the biggest perks of having me as your sitter is that our whole family helps take part. My 15 year old, Bella, is usually heavily involved in the care of the animals we sit. My other 3 younger kids also absolute love to take care of and play with all the animals. If your pets like to hang out and play with kids, get attention all day long… your pets are in for a treat with us! (For boarding) We truly strive to give dogs a home-away-from-home experience where they just jump right into our routine. Most of the time they end up sleeping in bed with one of our kids, playing with us outside, getting loves on the couch- all the stuff a family dog can expect. We stand proudly in our family beliefs of qualify pet care and don’t want to be a boarding spot where they put your animal in a kennel, let them out twice a day and charge you extra for playtime or potty breaks. We do generally keep our own dogs separated from our rover dogs just for everyone’s safety and ease. For repeat dog clients that we know well & think would play well with our dogs, we do let them play together. We have a neighbor who lets us use their fenced in quarter acre yard so we do a little meet and greet there in neutral territory. (For pet sitting at home): We do come and go more often when we are sitting pets at their own home but we still make it a family affair. We make sure to drop-in frequently to check on them, feed them, let them out and play with them! Bella loves to hang out with our pet clients and play with them. Sometimes I bring a different kiddo to stay the night with me each night so that they all get a chance to give individual attention to the animals we are watching. We also watch over the house and property. At one pet sit, there was a storm that ran through and a massive branch broke into the pet parent’s driveway, front yard, sidewalk and street! After we notified the owners, Bella and I got it moved out of the way of the street and sidewalk so the pet parents didn’t have to worry about it until they got home. We understand that pet sitting is more than just watching the pets at home and we like to provide a holistic approach. My wife, Leigh also cleans and manages houses when she isn’t at home with our kids. She was the manager and trainer at a locally owned high-end home management company for many years. If you want your house cleaned or you have an organizational project you want completed while you’re gone, let me know! Leigh would be happy to chat with you, figure out what you’re wanting accomplished and get it done while you’re gone. She’s got a plethora of clients who continue to be impressed with her work and ask her to come back as proof of a job well done- so it’s not just my (possibly biased) opinion. 😉 WINTER UPDATE : I have carefully curated my locational availability to be where I am comfortable taking care of pets. I do still accept clients outside of that area if we can manage it BUT I do plan to charge an additional $10+ for clients who are outside of our Rover limit to account for extra gas & travel time. Winter adds extra stress with the extra hazards of driving on snowy and icy roads and the extra time of scraping my vehicle off, driving slower, etc. Please keep in mind with any pet sitter (for house sitting or boarding in particular) that you are literally paying them to be working & on-call, driving to and from your home for many hours & compare that to what you expect from an hourly job. 🤍 I try to keep my prices as reasonable as I can while also respecting and protecting myself. I work as a school bus driver primarily so it leaves my summer & most major holidays pretty open! When I am at work my wife is usually home with some or all of the kids, so even when I’m busy- we have the ability to care for pets. I am pretty flexible but my main priority is making sure I am respectful of your space as much as I would want someone to be respectful of mine. Taking photos and communicating heavily with pet parents is top priority for me. If you wish to have less communication, just let me know so I don’t send too many cute pictures of your pets! I know what a big deal it is to leave my pets in the care of someone else and as a result, I take the responsibility very seriously myself. We have a very large unfenced yard. We do not use any pesticides on our yard to protect the environment and animals of all kinds. 🌎🐝🦋 In the warm months, you’ll see lots of native plants, wildflowers and butterflies in our yard as a result. Please note: While we welcome pets of all kinds, we do not allow pet parents into our home. We want to make sure we are protecting the privacy and security of our children and their space. Also: we have 4 kids (see: mini-zoo reference above) it can be a mess up in here sometimes! 🤣

Sitter Profile Image: Iliana N.
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Iliana N.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: Ive grown up with various types of dogs my whole life, ranging from chihuahuas to Rottweilers. During my senior year I completed a 150 hour internship at animal care clinic west and metro where I handled various breeds of cats and dogs of all ages and temperaments. From that I learned many different skills like animal handling and how to notice when a cat or dog is in distress. Not only that but I have volunteered at Furry Friend Refuge and have experience with rescue cats. I am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and caring for pets with different energy levels and needs.I I recently have been around indoor and outdoor farm cats these past couple of years and have become very comfortable with them and know how to take care of them. Currently my oldest dog who is a Rottie and 11 was born with hip dysplasia, meaning I am able to handle big dog with disabilities. I am currently a college student at the university as a biology major on the pre veterinary tract. I am currently on summer break so my availability is pretty open day to day. I will be baby sitting part time from Tuesday to Thursdays from 8am-4pm. When I am not doing babysitting, I am available all day and after 4pm the days I do babysit. I care for pets in my home by making sure they stay on a consistent routine with feeding, fresh water, exercise, bathroom breaks, and attention. I pay close attention to their behavior and comfort, especially with older pets or pets with medical needs. Since my oldest Rottweiler has hip dysplasia, I understand the importance of patience, gentle handling, and monitoring animals carefully. I also make sure pets have a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

Sitter Profile Image: Dawn B.
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Dawn B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
12 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Dawn is fantastic! My recently recuse pup is still figuring things out and Dawn has been very supportive and loving with her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heidi G.
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Heidi G.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
18 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Heidi was easy to communicate with and Ollie looked super happy! Will be happy to work with her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kassy D.
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Kassy D.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Salisbury Oaks, Des Moines, IA, 50312

I cannot recommend Kassy enough. My dog Roo is very shy and it takes a few extra steps for him to feel comfortable with someone. I am so thankful for her patience with Roo. She truly cares about him as if he were her own and for that, I am so grateful.

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica D.
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Monica D.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
361 reviews
73 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311

This was our first time using Rover and Monica made the process so easy. She sent us notes and lots of pictures at every visit. She took cues from our dog on how far she could walk at each visit depending on the weather and then spent time cuddling our Boston Terrier too (which is just as important for our dog as exercise). We were out of town and never had to worry if things were going well! Our family highly recommends Monica for your pet walking/sitting needs!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ryan K.
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Ryan K.
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$15
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20 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

About: Experienced dog owner who provides dependable care, clear communication, and personalized attention to help every dog feel safe and comfortable. I raised my Springer Spaniel since he was a puppy and now navigating an aging German Shepherd. Recently impacted by layoffs. Currently seeking new opportunities while staying active in my job search. This provides me plenty of time to make schedules flexible. I care for pets by maintaining routines, providing exercise, attention, feeding, and a calm environment. And the biggest part is making sure they get outside frequently.

Sitter Profile Image: Jaden S.
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Jaden S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Jaden was great and takes wonderful pictures!

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Stacee M.
Sitter Profile Image: Abby S.
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Abby S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
159 reviews
47 repeat clients
8 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Abby did a great job taking care of our dog Pickle. She followed all the instructions and was very trustworthy. Will be booking her again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary S.
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Mary S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since I was 12. Friends and family have relied on me for pet sitting whenever they are out of town. I currently work full-time Hybrid. I work from home Mondays and Fridays. During this time I can provide care specific to your pet and their needs. I can provide potty breaks every 0-2 hours at least. I have a giant fully fenced back yard and 2 friendly dogs. One dog prefers more to watch the other dogs play while the other dog loves to be in all the action!

Sitter Profile Image: Ash B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
99 reviews
28 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50312

Ash took great care of my dog! I especially appreciated Ash’s excellent communication and responsiveness. I would recommend and rebook!

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan C.
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Megan C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes small to extra large as well as cats and even some exotic pets. I have been the go to sitter for my friends and family every time they go on vacation. I love caring for animals and can’t wait to help you with yours. I am experienced with animals- puppies to elderly dogs, kittens to elderly cats. I homeschool my kids so I have a very flexible schedule and can work with what you need. I mostly have open afternoons and Friday through the weekend. While I’m taking care of your pet I will do all I can to assure they are taken care of physically as well as emotionally offering love, play and exercise, whatever it is they need that day. Every pet is different and I will work with you to ensure they are getting what they need from me, walks, pets or play.

Sitter Profile Image: Krystal H.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
7 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

About: I have a soft spot for the quirky or misunderstood animals. I pride myself on making sure your pet is comfortable and feels free to be themselves. I have experience with mildly aggressive dogs, senior dogs, puppies, and the medically challenged. I am typically available after 4pm monday-friday, and on the weekends I am fairly flexible. Working with animals is a passion of mine and does not feel like a job. :) I have a fenced in yard, and a spacious first floor in my home so I have plenty of room for your pet to run around or play.

Sitter Profile Image: Meghan S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Drake, Des Moines, IA, 50311

It’s clear Meghan enjoys dogs - she loves on Winnie as much as I would! I know she’s getting plenty of love and attention when she’s spending time with Meghan.

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

About: I have been caring for animals since I was a little girl. In 2007 I started working in doggy daycare and then started pet sitting and dog walking. In 2019 I became a dog trainer. I work as a vet teach I am flexible with my schedule. I do house sitting on weekends. I can do some weekdays we just have to work it out. I can open to dog walks and drop ins 24/7. When I come to your place I would make sure your fur baby in comfortable and have as much fun as you would with them.

Sitter Profile Image: Olivia K.
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Olivia K.
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$20
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15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

About: I was raised volunteering at a local animal shelter. I have experience with both small and large breeds of dogs. I have a teacup Chihuahua and a black cat of my own that I am here for, walk, and groom. I am able to work with any breed. I love cats as well and will gladly provide care for them too. I am looking for regular daily drop in care for either cats or dogs. I am willing to provide walking services as well. I am free from early morning to early afternoon. I currently work second shift from 3:30 to 10 PM as a Security garden Sunday through Friday. I understand the privacy of your home and will respect that. I believe, compassionate and empathy is very important and I hope to gain the trust and love of your furry family. I am clean and organized and will respect your living space. I have no criminal record and I have good references.

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The median cost per walk for dog walking in Clive is $18

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My pup loves hanging with Troy and always looks super happy in the photos. Great communication, photos and case. Highly recommend and we always rebook when we’re traveling to his area!

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Michelle P.
Dog Walking
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Ashley was very easy to communicate with and followed directions exactly and was great with my dog! She provides lots of photos as well! Would recommend her 👍

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Aki O.
Dog Walking
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Great experience! I will definitely book another walk with Christina! She was easy to work with, responsive, and shared all the things to reassure me he was taken care of :)

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Nichole M.
Dog Walking
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I hired Abby to walk my dog, Bear while we were out of the country for 2 weeks. Our regular animal sitters work during the day and Bear is used to going to work with me during the day so I wanted to have a break for him. Even when he was being stubborn and wouldn't walk for her, she'd still try, spend time with him and make sure he was happy and cared for. I appreciated her flexibility in tending to his needs, even if it wasn't the walk she was expecting. She's great to communicate with and very good to our animals

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Buffy P.
Dog Walking
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Rachel and her wife, Leigh, were very patient with my anxious dog. Luna loved them and I will be having them house sit soon!

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Clare D.
Dog Walking
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Dawn is fantastic! My recently recuse pup is still figuring things out and Dawn has been very supportive and loving with her.

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Laura D.
Dog Walking
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We appreciate Jana so much! She is reliable and goes above and beyond to give our high energy dog an opportunity to exercise on days we can’t. She has become our go-to sitter and we highly recommend her.

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Aleasha B.
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The average cost for Dog Walking in Clive on Rover is $18.87 per walk (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Walking easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Walking. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,162 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Clive. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Clive. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

For dog walking services, you can request a report card update with specifics about your dog’s walk. Report cards require photos and can include a map of the walking route , total walk time, poop and pee breaks, and distance traveled, so you know exactly where your dog has been walking in Clive.

Got specific details you'd like the dog walker to include? Message them in the app before your dog’s walk begins.

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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every walker 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

Yes, you can find walkers who have experience with handling special pet needs in Clive. On Rover:

  • 93% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 99% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a walker. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your walker or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and walkers on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement walker.

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