Pet Sitting in Des Moines
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Top rated Des Moines pet sitters
“Jenevieve is the very best. She does so well with out Tabby Cat Albert. I forgot to leave the door open to his liter box and she clean up everything. He did not have another accident. She sent the most adorable photos. I knew he was in the best care. Thank you so much!! Jill”
“As expected Monica was great taking care of Ney during my vacations providing daily updates and many pictures. It makes me feel relaxed and confident on Ney’s wellbeing. Will book again for any upcoming time away without doubt.”
“We just returned from a 2 week trip, and Cory provided care for our 5 cats. He did a fabulous job! 3 of the cats were elusive, but the other 2 warmed up to him. He saw to all of their needs, and also fed the birds and squirrels for us. He did all we asked of him, and I was confident that they were in good hands. I highly recommend Cory, and will reach out to him for future needs. Thank you, Cory for the great job.”
“Absolutely fantastic. Daniel goes above and beyond to make sure that your pets are well loved. On top of that he even got my mail and moved my trash for me without even asking. He's on thr top of my list whenever I need service 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”
“Brad does a great job for us. He is always prompt and sends us pictures during every visit. Our two 75 lb rowdies were very happy and well cared for. We will definitely continue to use Brad to care for our dogs when we're out of town.”
“We absolutely love Rachel! She kept us up to date on our fur babies, sending cute photos and kind notes with each rover card. Our dog and cat were well loved while we were out of town.”
“We are so grateful for Chelsie and the amazing care she provided for Lacy! From the updates and photos to the extra love and attention, it was clear she was in great hands. We came home to a happy and well cared for furbaby! I highly recommend and will definitely book again!”
“Andrea was on time for each visit and went above and beyond with the communication and photos! Looking forward to having her back for any future needs. Thank you!!!!”
“Allison is reliable, communicative, and very caring! She’s my go-to sitter when I’m out of town, and she always takes great care of my home and kitties. 10/10 recommend, thanks Allison!”
“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!”
“This was our first time using Rover and Allison went above and beyond taking care of our two cats while we were out of town!! She sent us pictures and kept us updated every day. We will definitely book with her again in the future!”
About: I have had pets of all shapes and sizes, all phases of life for my own entire life. I love getting to know the personalities of the pets in my life to make us both comfortable and confident in our environment! I am currently working part-time so I have a lot of availability to work out a schedule that works for you and your furry friend. I am happy to discuss special needs or extra details important for making your four legged family member feel safe and cared for while you are away.
“We were so grateful to Rylee for popping in to check on Benny. He is a senior boy, and she took things at his pace and was so sweet to him. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with Rylee again!”
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Hanna G.Star Sitter
“Amazing as always, great attention to detail, and very commutative!”
Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter
“Jenevieve is the very best. She does so well with out Tabby Cat Albert. I forgot to leave the door open to his liter box and she clean up everything. He did not have another accident. She sent the most adorable photos. I knew he was in the best care. Thank you so much!! Jill”
Monica D.Star Sitter
“As expected Monica was great taking care of Ney during my vacations providing daily updates and many pictures. It makes me feel relaxed and confident on Ney’s wellbeing. Will book again for any upcoming time away without doubt.”
Cory G.Star Sitter
“We just returned from a 2 week trip, and Cory provided care for our 5 cats. He did a fabulous job! 3 of the cats were elusive, but the other 2 warmed up to him. He saw to all of their needs, and also fed the birds and squirrels for us. He did all we asked of him, and I was confident that they were in good hands. I highly recommend Cory, and will reach out to him for future needs. Thank you, Cory for the great job.”
Daniel F.Star Sitter
“Absolutely fantastic. Daniel goes above and beyond to make sure that your pets are well loved. On top of that he even got my mail and moved my trash for me without even asking. He's on thr top of my list whenever I need service 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”
Morgan H.Star Sitter
“Morgan has been great with our pup! Will definitely be using her again for drop ins. Quick and easy bookings when we need someone last minute :)”
Brad C.
“Brad does a great job for us. He is always prompt and sends us pictures during every visit. Our two 75 lb rowdies were very happy and well cared for. We will definitely continue to use Brad to care for our dogs when we're out of town.”
Ash B.Star Sitter
“Our dogs are a bit of a handful and Ash did a great job! They got lots of love and attention and we felt very safe with her here. Would definitely recommend!”
Torina G.
“Tori goes out of her way to make my shy baby feel comfortable. She is conscientious and responsible. I trust her completely and you will too!”
Rachael W.Star Sitter
“We absolutely love Rachel! She kept us up to date on our fur babies, sending cute photos and kind notes with each rover card. Our dog and cat were well loved while we were out of town.”
Chelsie L.
“We are so grateful for Chelsie and the amazing care she provided for Lacy! From the updates and photos to the extra love and attention, it was clear she was in great hands. We came home to a happy and well cared for furbaby! I highly recommend and will definitely book again!”
Andrea M.Star Sitter
“Andrea was on time for each visit and went above and beyond with the communication and photos! Looking forward to having her back for any future needs. Thank you!!!!”
Allison M.
“Allison is reliable, communicative, and very caring! She’s my go-to sitter when I’m out of town, and she always takes great care of my home and kitties. 10/10 recommend, thanks Allison!”
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!”
Allison G.Star Sitter
“This was our first time using Rover and Allison went above and beyond taking care of our two cats while we were out of town!! She sent us pictures and kept us updated every day. We will definitely book with her again in the future!”
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.”
Natalie K.
“Natalie was super reliable—she was on time and flexible with our last minute booking which we are very grateful for!”
Emily A.
About: I have had pets of all shapes and sizes, all phases of life for my own entire life. I love getting to know the personalities of the pets in my life to make us both comfortable and confident in our environment! I am currently working part-time so I have a lot of availability to work out a schedule that works for you and your furry friend. I am happy to discuss special needs or extra details important for making your four legged family member feel safe and cared for while you are away.
Rylee M.
“We were so grateful to Rylee for popping in to check on Benny. He is a senior boy, and she took things at his pace and was so sweet to him. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with Rylee again!”
Over 992 pet parents in Des Moines have booked pet sitting
Des Moines pet parents share their Rover experiences
We are so grateful for Chelsie and the amazing care she provided for Lacy! From the updates and photos to the extra love and attention, it was clear she was in great hands. We came home to a happy and well cared for furbaby! I highly recommend and will definitely book again!
This is the second time that I have asked Sophie to watch our older cat and I am so thankful that I found her. When we are out of town, Sophie comes twice a day and spends 30 min feeding, playing and giving our cat all of the kitty pets/scratches she needs. She sends photos and videos during her visits leaving me feeling reassured that my cat is in good hands. I never feel like I have to worry about our cat or our home when I am away. Sophie is a great pet sitter and I highly recommend her!
Willow loved her visit from Quentin! I received multiple photos and updates during the visit and everything went great. My pup is currently injured and Quentin followed her care instructions and she seemed happy and relaxed when we got home. I will definitely book again!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Des Moines is $20
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Sitters in Des Moines average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Des Moines on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 279 pet sitters in Des Moines. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Des Moines pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Des Moines have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Des Moines.
Rover makes it easy to find Des Moines 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
There are 279 pet sitters in Des Moines on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Des Moines, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 94% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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