Pet Sitting in Des Moines
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1. Ky R.
“We love Ky!! She is very communicative, thoughtful, timely, polite, and amazing with our (crazy) puppy! Our pup loves when she comes over, she spends good quality time with her, and communicates very well with us throughout her visits. We will continue to book with Ky as long as she’s available! Highly recommend ⭐️”
2. Monica D.
“Monica is amazing. Second time we've used her. She's amazing with the dogs, and takes so many pictures. We would 100% recommend her to watch your dogs.”
3. Troy D.
“Troy helped us out in a pinch today and was able to add an additional drop-in at the last minute. Our golden retriever has a mind of her own and he successfully navigated her routine. I will definitely contact Troy again.”
4. Jenevieve Y.
“Jenevieve was fantastic and helped on short notice and did a fabulous job. She helped reassure that Albert was taken care of! I’d highly recommend her.”
5. Javon L.
“Javon was professional, detailed, and personable. Javon sent detailed check in updates consistently and made an effort to make sure Jacxon was comfortable.”
6. Natasha A.
“Amazing job - the pre-check in meet and great went great. Bean loved Natasha’s drop-in visits. Very professional and really took care of our pup.”
7. Maggie G.
“Maggie was absolutely fantastic! She took her time with our Lacy. She was sure to stay in good communication and gave our Lacy lots of love! This was our first Rover experience and because of Maggie we had a wonderful experience!”
8. Grace P.
“Grace is wonderful. Grace watched my two cats for a long weekend. It was the first time we left our incredibly energetic 5 month old kitten. I was worried at how the kitten would handle us being away. Grace’s updates and photos calmed my anxiety at being away. It meant so much to have a sitter who is a great communicator as well as being so caring and attentive.”
9. Andrea M.
“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!”
10. Mackenzie W.
“Unfortunately my dog was just not cooperating but Mackenzie and Anthony were able to still get the job done.”
11. Courtney C.
“Courtney was very quick to reply to my booking request, and was able to accommodate my need for a same-day drop in. She was a great communicator, and took some fun pictures of my pup for the Rover Card. I will definitely book with her again!”
12. Nichole H.
“This is the second time I’ve used Nichole. I felt very comfortable leaving my very shy kitty in her care. All the pictures I received showed him out and about interacting with her.i will definitely use Nichole again.”
13. Jessica D.
“Jessica did a great job with our dogs! They love to give kisses and play ball and she accommodated that well. Will definitely be using Jessica again!”
14. 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 ?”
15. Stephanie V.
“Stephanie was super easy to coordinate with and very responsible, trustworthy, and friendly! She came to meet our cats ahead of time and was very attentive to the instructions we provided. She showed up when she said she would and provided text updates every time she visited for the duration of our trip. We will definitely be booking her again if she’s available for any future trips we take; very pleased with our experience with her!”
16. Allison G.
“Allison is the best! We’ve had her help us out twice now and she does a great job and our dogs love her - couldn’t ask for better help with our big babies! Highly recommend.”
17. Jaden B.
“I have never met someone who cares so much about animals, especially dogs! Unfortunately his dog passed away about 2 weeks ago now and this is most definitely the right gig for Jaden. Someone who has been close to this man and his dog I have never seen anything like it…. Trust me your beloved pet with be in great hands. A man who cares truly so much that I can personally guarantee he will act like it is very own best friend.”
18. Nathan P.
“Nathan was very reliable, sending photos of every visit and responding to our comments. Plus our pets (cat and dog) are old and need lots of cleaning up after. The house smelled fresh and clean when we got home. Finally, he just seemed to have the right temperament for both our pets. We will book him again.”
19. Emma B.
“I highly recommend Emma as a pet caregiver on Rover. She is incredibly responsible, attentive, and loving towards pets. Her genuine affection and meticulous care make her an excellent choice for any pet owner seeking top-notch care.”
20. Steven S.
“Steven did an amazing job! Our cat loved him from the first meet and greet and she was so excited to see him every time he arrived. Will definitely book Steven again for the next time we need a cat sitter!!”
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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 Jul 2024 was about $17 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 Jul 2024, there are 167 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, 89% of Des Moines pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Des Moines have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 167 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 100% 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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