Dog Sitting Des Moines

“I had to take a last minute trip, and Laura saved me! She did a great job, went above and beyond, and I’m very lucky to have been able to book with her. Thanks so much Laura!”

Kayleigh R.

“Kimee is phenomenal! She was extremely patient with our puppy and even trained her to not jump up much! She has a great temperament and is clearly knowledgeable when it comes to ways to make an obedient puppy. She treated our home and animals with respect and we will definitely contact her in the future :)”

Kaitlin H.

“Kalie took great care of our two cats and followed our detailed instructions and notes we left. We are more than happy to rebook with her in the future!”

Cynthia & David Song O.

“Maria was great with my cats! Even my shy kitty loved spending time with her while I was away. She was very communicative and did a wonderful job.”

Maddy M.

About: I've had many pets as a child so I’m used to taking care of them. I foster dogs and cats from the local animal shelter and I also used to work as a dog groomer. If you have any questions at all, feel free to message me and I'll try to respond as soon as possible! I am currently working part time, but my schedule is not set so I have plenty of room to work with your schedule ! :) I am not able to take pups into my place because my living space doesn’t allow dogs, but I’d love to help out in other situations as needed.

“Liseth did an amazing job. She left our place spotless and took amazing care of Millie. She updated up for each visit with pictures and some notes. Thank you!”

Justin R.

“Lora is very patient with animals, thorough with directions, and easy to communicate with. We had never used a stranger as a sitter for our beloved animals before, and we found a keeper. Coming home to happy and healthy animals made our trip even better. She kept us in the loop while we were gone, and made sure to treat taking care of them seriously. Thank you Lora. We'll definitely recommend you and book with you for our future needs.”

Sarah C.

About: I have lived with dogs before and done some pet sitting for family. I understand the basic needs, and how quirky some doggos can get. Cleaning litter boxes every day, check water, and I try to carefully feed the cats so everyone gets a chance to eat and the one cat doesn't eat too much. When dog walking I try to be brisk and use my body and pace to keep the focus on the walk and not other dogs. I do like to see what the doggos sniff at. With the cats I live with I have a specific method for feeding them to make sure they all get to eat, I'm used to having to clean up puke and hairballs. Some pets are quirky and need to be treated a certain way.

“Tensie did a absolutely wonderful job taking care of our big baby Elcie. Right before we left Elcie wasn’t feeling that well and was on a few medications and I was having such a hard time leaving her. However Tensie took such good care of her and kept in constant contact with me I was able to relax and enjoy our mini vacation. When we got back Elcie was feeling better and we could tell she was cared for with such love. We will definitely use Tensie again and highly recommend her to all our family and friends!!”

Kathy T.

“Kayleigh always takes great care of our spoiled older cat.. and our outside squirrel friends :) It's nice to have someone that our cat likes and knows, so he's not spending the entire visit under the bed. She plays with him, gives him treats in his activity tray, and he even sits by her sometimes for pets.”

Amy T.

“Shannon is great and we would definitely use her again! She checked in on our pup without even meeting him first, and also accepted our last injure request. She sent us detailed updates and great photos during her drop in. Our pup looked like he was well cared for and loving her! Thanks again.”

Hailey & Daniel R.

“Carrie was fantastic helping our family out with a foster special needs dog. She is prompt and cheerful and showered our special foster with love ❤️”

Linda D.

“Amber is an angel and was more than helpful, she made to sure to keep us informed on the status of our cat who needed wound care.”

Cynthia M.

About: Hello, my name is Liv, and I am a long time caregiver of animals. I have always understood animals better than people-- which is fine by me! Over the years, I have volunteered for wildlife rescues, shelters in my hometown in Montana; I have also fostered, rescued and secured homes for many creatures great and small here in Washington. I have been training and caring for dogs for fun and professionally for a little over 10 years. I'm happy to provide referrals from local petsitting clients upon request. I have a great deal of experience with senior animals, and I am very comfortable administering medications and changing diapers, puppy pads, etc. I also have experience with exotics like birds, snakes, fish, bunnies, and chickens(I have 6 chickens). I grew up in a rural area around horses and lots of other kinds of animals. Care policies: -For my safety, I will ONLY serve clients that have booked a meet and greet. This ensures we can both decide if your pets and I are a good fit. -Any additional animals that I am caring for MUST be disclosed before a booking(fish, amphibians, snakes, chickens, etc) I am comfortable with exotics and birds, but I will need to incorporate these into my billing structure. -owners must supply all pet necessities like doggy bags, food, and medications prior to the booking for the entire duration of any housesitting or boarding. -Cameras indoors must be disclosed as per Rover's policy and WA state two-way recording consent law. For my privacy and safety I cover any indoor cameras when I am present. I will always uncover upon leaving a property as I understand the value of security systems. I am also happy to notify you when I am entering or leaving for any extended periods for your peace of mind. -30 minute Drop ins with more than a 20 minute travel time are booked the full hour. I run a local business and a non profit. I am usually able to be fairly flexible with scheduling, but I do have a part time day job. I typically try to provide a lot of enrichment time beyond just walks so your pup or cat feels tired and well socialized when I leave your place. This can include games, fetch, or puzzles, working through any basic commands they know to make their brains work, and for cats I like to make sure they get out their "hunting" so they can sleep that 16 hours the rest of the day. I am not able to facilitate outings to offleash dog parks due to the liability risk-- Dog parks present high rates of bites and other injuries and illnesses. I have a dog-friendly, modern vehicle equipped with front and rear dash cams. If you would like your dog to accompany me on appropriate outings or take them to a pedestrian friendly park or trail, I am typically more happy to oblige. I will never leave a dog unattended in a vehicle or in public. I will never introduce a dog to other dogs or allow greetings with other animals without consent of owners. If your dog is afraid of specific things like cars, bicycles, or large dogs, this must be disclosed. I am very familiar with dog health, behavior, many different breed profiles, and aggressive/nervous body language. If I notice any health concerns or behaviors that were not discussed or noticeable during conversations or a meet and greet, I will always check in with you. I'm always happy to send pictures and video. I offer boarding on a case by case basis if your dog is a good fit for my household. My yard is fenced, my dog can be kept separate, and we have an excellent trail nearby.

About: Pet professional for 17 years -- dog training, walking, sitting, and wrangling in packs -- with lots of love to give to your pup and adventures to share come rain and shine! Offering weekday group walks at Grandview Dog Park and afternoon private walks. Also available for transportation to appointments for the groomer and veterinarian, arranged ahead. I pick up and drop off from your pup's home and transport them in my vehicle with a regular group of socialized dogs to walk as a pack for socialization and adventuresome play. Small dogs travel "First Class" in the front bench seat for comfort and safety, and we all walk at a speed comfortable for everybody. Before they join the pack, new dogs will have the opportunity to get comfortable with me on private walks from their home around their own neighborhood and ride short distances during their first week. House-sitting for dogs in their own home may include pack walks with an additional fee, only if the dogs would gel well in our regular pack. House dogs will always be given personal attention and regularly exercised one-on-one as part of our daily routine to keep them happy and healthy at home.

About: I grew up with two Boxers, so I’m no stranger to high energy dogs! My family also had two Pit Bulls, and I seen firsthand that they’re some of the sweetest, biggest cuddle bugs around. I don’t buy into the stereotypes, they just want love, attention, and to be as close to you as possible! I currently have a Toy Poodle and an Aussiedoodle, so I’m experienced with curly coats, brushing out tangles, and keeping active pups entertained. Whether it’s a long walk, a game of fetch, or running around until they finally decide they’re tired (if that ever happens!), I’m happy to match your dog’s energy while making sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for. I do currently work Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm so I’m available after 6pm on weekdays and completely open on weekends. As long as the communication is open I don’t mind trying to see the best way to work with your schedule. I do have a car and open availability on weekends so I don’t mind making a last minute trip if needed. Both of my babies are going through their terrible twos and would probably get into everything if they could so I definitely understand how important it is to board them safely afterwards.

About: I get to care for animals everyday! I have animals of my own, their names are Noodle and Hector:) I work at a grooming salon aswell as a bather which allows me to be around animals everyday and care for them! I also have grown up around dogs and all types of animals all my life. I take care of pets everyday as on my own and also at the grooming salon I work at. I am always playing with my cats and getting them to exercise on their wheel! I also bathe dogs and cats daily and get to socialize with all types of animals some who are better with people and some who have just gotten rescued or out of a horrible situation. I am always caring for animals everyday! I will follow rules given and will care for your pet as if it is my own. I will be very aware of things going on around your animal and always give them my 110%!

About: I went to school to work in zoology then was sidetracked into aviation....would love to find my way back to the animal kingdom and love on some doggies or kitties! I am retired so my schedule is wide open! I have plenty of time to spend focusing on the fur babies that are in front of me. I live in a condo on the beach so we have all day to run around and play in the sea and sand or walk down and look at the boats at the marina

About: I Could Be Your Dog’s Best Friend! Since October of 2025, I’ve become the Primary Sitter for a Black Lab named Tucker. Since his owners are family friends, they do not book me through Rover (Ooh, am I supposed to admit that here?). But I have earned their trust, such that they’ve just given me a spare key to their house, so we’re not handing it back-and-forth every time they go out of town. I’ve had a very good connection with Tucker from the beginning. Given how well he responds to me, I swear he thinks he’s as much my dog as he is my friends’. My dogsitting experience actually began at a music festival, over Labor Fay weekend in 2025. My first day there, I met a woman who needed someone to watch her Black Lab for a couple of hours. I was available. So, we took Aurora over to my tent. She immediately began acting as if she were my dog, and I wound up taking care of her throughout the weekend. At one point, her owner quipped, “She listens to you better than to me!” At the Home Depot, I am part of the Night Crew. I work only 3 nights per week, 4 hours each night. So, I have plenty of time for caring for your pet(s). I cannot do boarding. I am only available for going to the client's home. On a previous dogsitting job, the entire yard was fenced in. The dog had free access to both the front and back yards. In the morning, I fed the dog, played fetch with him, and left him outside for the day. In the evening, we played fetch for a while. Then I brought the dog inside for the evening, fed him, and spent some time just keeping him company, before going home. I was consistently mindful to close the gate when entering and leaving the yard, and to lock the door when leaving the house.

About: I’ve been a dedicated dog owner for over 5 years, caring for my own pup through every stage from energetic puppyhood to a trained, happy adult dog! I handle daily walks, feeding routines, and can give plenty of playtime. I can also handle medications if needed. I try my best to understand dog behavior, body language, and what it takes to keep pets safe, relaxed, and comfortable. I treat every pup with the same love and consistency I give my own, and I try to take care of their individual needs. I currently work from home, which gives me a little flexibility in my schedule during the week as well as where I am able to work from. I am also available on the weekends for pet sitting or an overnight sit. I can travel to your home to watch your pet from the place they feel most comfortable. I can focus on keeping their routine as familiar as possible, so it makes the time away from you a little easier! I will make sure each pet gets lots of love, and reassurance so they feel safe while you’re away.