Dog Sitting Des Moines

About: I’ve always had a genuine love for dogs and cats and enjoy spending time with animals of all personalities and energy levels. I’m comfortable with playful, energetic pets as well as those who are more shy, cautious, or need a little extra patience to warm up. I understand that every pet has their own routine, personality, and needs, so I make it a priority to follow your instructions carefully and treat your pet with the same care and attention I would want for my own. Whether your dog needs a good walk, some playtime, or simply some company while you’re away, I’m happy to provide dependable and loving care. I’m also comfortable caring for cats, including feeding, refreshing water, cleaning litter boxes, and giving them attention while respecting their space. My goal is simple: make sure your pets are safe, happy, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away. I’m currently working a job and my current schedule for assisting with our furry friends reflects that schedule! Friday to Monday is my current schedule for helping our friends! I care for every pet according to their individual routine, personality, and needs. Before each visit or walk, I make sure I understand their feeding schedule, exercise needs, medications (if applicable), and any special instructions from their owner. During walks, I focus on keeping pets safe, comfortable, and engaged while allowing them to enjoy their time outside. In a client’s home, I follow their normal routine as closely as possible, making sure pets have fresh water, food, attention, and a clean and comfortable environment. I’m also happy to provide updates and photos so owners can feel confident knowing their pets are happy and well cared for. My priority is always the pet’s safety and making sure they receive the same patience, love, and attention I would want for my own pets.

“Joley is a real "dog person" who has a great way with Chipper when he get's anxious. She kept me informed of how they were doing, and was totally dependable. I was very happy to have her help!”

Karen K.

“Willa was amazing! She took great care of my cat while we were away in Bali. She made sure to feed her twice a day and even played with her in the garden. We also had a broken door, and Willa took care of it right away while we were away from home. I really appreciate everything she did for us. I can’t wait to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable and caring to look after their pet.”

Nayyef H.

“Cyndi was always very considerate and went above and beyond to look after our kitties. Very grateful to know someone very caring was taking care of our pets.”

Sabrina C.

About: I've taken care of dogs throughout my entire life, and was active in training my border collie/lab mix Akila in my young adulthood. I have a warm and gentle spirit that tends to put all animals (humans included!) at ease in my presence. I have worked with untrained young dogs, puppies, and I love a challenge! I am currently working a very flexible schedule, so I will be prioritizing bookings from Rover as much as possible! I'm excited to gain more experience with lots of different dogs, as I'm looking to adopt myself. I wasn't allowed to have a dog in past housing, so I'm very enthusiastic about lots of pup time. I do not have a house that is available to take more dogs in for care, so I will only be doing drop-ins, walks, and house-sitting at this time. This may change in the future. In a client's home, I have years of experience house-sitting, babysitting, and I prioritize client's routines and wishes above all else. My desire is to provide a stress-free, pleasant experience for the dogs, so that they are happy and healthy when their parents come home to them!

About: I’ve loved and cared for animals for most of my life. I had a dog in Colombia who was part of my family for 15 wonderful years, and now I have two cats here in the United States. Caring for pets has taught me patience, responsibility, and how important it is to make animals feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I truly enjoy spending time with pets and treating them like family. I’m currently a stay-at-home mom, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to care for pets throughout the day. I’m available for walks, drop-in visits, and pet sitting, and I always make sure pets receive attention, playtime, and loving care. I provide a calm, clean, and safe environment for pets and always make sure they feel comfortable and cared for. I understand how important routines, patience, and supervision are, and I treat every pet with the same love and attention I give my own cats.

“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.

“Kacie and Adam were excellent communicators and cared for our pet how we would! I would highly recommend them and we’ll definitely rebook again.”

Kentucky C.

“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: 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: Hi! My name is Ny’Mari and I’m a recent 2026 graduate of Renton High School and have been caring for pets since I was 10 years old. I’ve had dogs my entire life and have experience with puppies, including reinforcing basic training, routines, and positive behaviors while making sure they get plenty of exercise, attention, and love. I’ve also owned and cared for cats, fish, snakes, frogs, and other small pets, so I’m comfortable with a wide variety of animals. In addition, I’m happy to water houseplants and help care for your home while you’re away. I treat every pet like family and strive to provide a safe, fun, and loving environment that gives both pets and owners peace of mind. I have a very flexible schedule and am available 24/7 to care for your pets. Whether you need daily walks, drop in visits, overnight stays, weekend care, or last minute help, I’m happy to accommodate your needs. I make it a priority to give every pet plenty of attention, playtime, and loving care while sticking to their normal routine. When caring for pets in your home, I always follow your instructions and keep your pet’s routine as consistent as possible. For overnight stays, I’ll make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved by providing plenty of attention, playtime, meals, potty breaks, and companionship. During dog walks, I prioritize safety by using secure leashes, staying aware of our surroundings, and matching the walk to your dog’s energy level. For drop in visits, I’ll feed your pet, refresh their water, let them outside or clean litter boxes as needed, play with them, give lots of affection, and make sure they’re doing well before I leave. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos so you can have peace of mind while you’re away.

About: I've owned pets my entire life, including cats and dogs. I've also taken care of other people's pets since 2019. I have experience with pets with behavioral issues as well. I can work any day at any time during the week (sun-fri) to care for your pet! I can also work evenings on Saturdays! I can clean litterboxes and play with cats, as well as walk dogs, take them outside, feed them, play with them, and put them in a crate at night if that's one if the care requirements.

“Chervyn puts in so much care when taking care of our pup. We know our Bulma is in good hands with her. Super flexible and great communication!”

Zach R.

About: Hi! My name is Joey. I’m a retired military member and former firefighter/EMT currently traveling full-time with my fiancée for her work. I’ve always loved animals and enjoy staying active outdoors, so dog walking is a perfect fit for me. I’ve owned dogs all my life and have owned up to 5 at once. My background has taught me responsibility, reliability, and staying calm in any situation, and I’ll treat your pets with the same care and attention I would my own. Whether your dog needs a quick walk, exercise, or extra attention while you’re away, I’m happy to help! Available Monday through Friday, usually 4 days a week. As a retired military member and former firefighter/EMT, I’m dependable, attentive, and safety-focused. I’ll treat your pets like my own and make sure they get great care, exercise, and attention during every visit or walk. As a retired military member and former firefighter/EMT, safety and reliability are a huge priority for me. I provide attentive care, follow all owner instructions closely, and make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos during visits and walks.

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 in my own and also at the grooming salon I work at. I am always playing with my cats and get them to exercise on their wheel! I also bath dogs and cats daily and be able to hangout and take care of them! 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 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 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 have watched many of my family and friend's dogs and have always had a dog of my own. I grew up with dogs and have cared for many types, different/sensitive eating patterns, and different temperaments. I typically stay at family/friends homes while watching dogs and can care for plants and take care of the home as well. I am responsible, clean, love to walk and play, and show love to all my furry friends. I will make sure they are fed correctly, walked and excercised, get in play time and snuggle time, and spoil them as I would my own. I am a serious animal lover and enjoy spending quality time with animals! I will make anu furrry child feel at home and comfortable while their parents are away.

About: I grew up locally in Thousand Oaks. I have a BS in Animal Science from Cal-Poly Pomona in 2009 and Exotic Animal Management and Training program & Zoo management, wildlife education and animal behavior in 2012. My previous employment includes Reptacular Animals, Hollywood Animals, Barkworks, Playboy Mansion (zookeeping) and presently as an animal care officer at Seattle Animal Shelter. My hobbies include my basset Mr.Moo and taking care of my bird Draculina . I have an interest in birds through experience working with parrots in a previous position as a Zookeeper. I aspire to make the most learning medical companion animal care and providing at home care for animals; educating and finding solutions to client's behavioral and medical issues with their pet. =) I offer video and photo updates with each sitting, operant clicker training, walks complimentary and have the ability to administer medications both oral and injectables. I live by the Redondo Marina, Saltwater park and dog park of your dog is dog friendly and would like to explore the area. I have been in animal care whether large, exotic or companion animal care all of my career. I am an observant caregiver whom loves your own to be friendly in it's place away from home I have a separate room just for pet sitting and have one large crate if your pet likes it's den space. My dog is friendly with all creatures even my bird and loves everyone he meets

“Kalie was absolutely wonderful! She was so communicative especially given that we had to deal with a heat wave while I was gone and together navigating air conditioners and open windows via text to make sure my kitty stayed cool. I am so grateful that I found her, and will absolutely be using her again without question. Would give her 10 stars if I could!!!!”

Cara C.