Dog Sitting in Des Moines

About: Growing up in unincorporated King County we always had a wide range of stray cats, escape artist canines, feed store chickens, ducks, and I took care of and managed my rabbitry of 15 to 20 bunnies. I became the usual go to within the neighborhood when someone made a trip out of town. Around the age of 16 or 17 I started to spend my weekends in a few different horse stables. Cleaning stalls and paddocks, as well as feeding, and grooming expanded my knowledge and love for animals. My first job was with a well-known chain petstore, who i stayed employed with for 2 years and 3 months. This is where i learned the most about caring for a wide variety of critters. Please dont hesitate to ask any questions or concerns you may have. I look foreword to meeting you and your fur babies. While also providing you with the sound mind that they are being cared for like family.

“We booked Mary as our cat sitter last minute due to an emergency with our original sitter, and we are so grateful we found her. She handled our two cats incredibly well—she even made friends with our shy cat on the very first day, which is something we didn’t expect! Mary went above and beyond, spending extra time and effort to make sure our babies were comfortable and cared for. When we returned from our trip, both cats were relaxed, happy, and clearly well-loved. We would absolutely rebook Mary for our next trip and highly recommend her to our friends and anyone looking for a trustworthy, kind, and attentive cat sitter.”

Kiet H.

“sheena was so amazing for my last minute booking. super communicative and always had pics for me :) will definitely come back to her to take care of my pups!!”

Jordan R.

“Katie and Adam absolutely outdid themselves for our boy. They definitely had great knowledge about dogs and we learned so much during their time with Magni. The amount of pictures we got while we were gone was wonderful! So many really great updates seeing our dog have the best time. I would highly recommend these two for your dogs, they would be in the absolute best hands!”

Reagan J.

About: I Could Be Your Dog’s Best Friend! At a music festival over Labor Day weekend in 2025, I met a woman who needed someone to watch her Black Lab for a couple of hours. I was available, so we took her over to my tent. The dog immediately began acting as if she were my dog. The situation turned into me watching her for most of the weekend, giving the owner freedom to come and go as she pleased. One evening, her owner came by, so she could take the dog for a walk. And the dog didn’t want to go with her! She had to be coaxed into going out for a walk. She wanted to stay with me at my tent. In early October, I spent one week dogsitting for some family friends. Their Black Lab and I got along very well. I took care of him again, for two weeks, from late November through early December. Before the end of those two weeks, he was acting as if he was my dog. After my third time dogsitting for them, between May and June of 2026, they told me to just keep my own copy of their house key. My approach to dogsitting is simple. I will treat your dog as if he/she is mine. This means more than just feeding your dog and making sure he/she has the chance to regularly "take care of business." It means hanging out, spending time and forming a bond with your dog, so that he/she genuinely likes me and would be excited to see me again. 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.

“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 & Edward A.

“Jen was very communicative and even my shy kitty was at ease around her. This was the first time having someone look after my cats and she did an amazing job. I would recommend her for anyone who needs their cats checked in on!”

Sarah S.

About: I have always been around and involved in pet sitting! Growing up, my mom was a well known pet sitter and we frequently hosted many different animals (you name it!) which gave me a lot of hands on experience in caring for beloved pets. I am taking over my mom’s services and hope to become as reputable and loved as her! I work part time and love to be outside when not at work. I am available for boarding through the week and weekends. I am available to do walks on weekdays. I have a fenced in back yard and one 7 year old German Shepherd male. He is very sweet and loves to go on walks and play! We frequently take him to dog parks and socialize him.

About: I have been caring for dogs since I was 6 years old. I regularly take care of dogs for my family when they go on trips, as well as for neighbors. I’m a caring and responsible person who genuinely loves animals, especially dogs. I’m comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and I can manage dogs at onces. I always focus on making sure they are safe, happy and well care for. Pet care fits into my routine because I’m student. I’m available after my classes and enjoy spending my free time caring for dogs. I can adjust my schedule for walks and visits and make sure pets are well cared for and given attention . To be honest, I would absolutely love to have your pup in my home, bur unfortunately, I can’t right now because pets aren’t allowed where i currently live. However, it will definitely be part of my future plans to find a suitable and special place for your beloved pet as soon as it becomes possible.

“Taylor was great! Came twice a day to check in on our kitty and gave him lots of love and sent many great videos for us.”

Margo P.

“Willa was super sweet and professional. She checked in on my kitties and sent photos every day. She was always quick to respond and helped me since this was my first time booking with Rover.”

Michelle Y.

“I think it takes a lot of dedication to do drop in visits twice a day for 14 days straight to look after dogs that are not your own, especially for dogs with so much personality like mine. Brandee does it patiently and lovingly. I really appreciate hour good she is with our dogs and home. Thanks, Brandee.”

Shajaira L.

About: I care for my own dog daily and understand how important routines, patience, exercise, and attention are for keeping dogs comfortable and happy. I’m familiar with walks, feeding schedules, playtime, and making sure dogs feel safe in a calm environment. I currently offer walks or drop offs and focus on creating a low-stress, comfortable experience for both pets and owners. Since I have a dog in the home, I prioritize safe introductions and compatibility before bookings. I’m dependable, communicative, and will provide updates and photos so owners can feel confident their dog is being well cared for. I have availability during evenings and weekends, which allows me to give pets consistent attention, walks, playtime, and care throughout their stay. I keep my schedule manageable so I can provide a calm and reliable environment without overbooking. I focus on keeping pets comfortable by following their normal routines as closely as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and rest. I provide a calm environment, pay attention to behavior and energy levels, and make sure pets feel safe and cared for while their owners are away. I can also provide updates and photos so owners can feel confident their pet is doing well!

“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.

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.

“Alayna was great! Communicative and even took pictures of the care items on the list:) highly recommend her service!”

Madison S.

“Julie has been walking our 50 lb dog for several weeks and recently stopped over to feed and look in on both our dogs while we were away. I appreciate how communicative she is and she is so sweet with our dogs. Would definitely recommend her!”

Ashley W.

“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: Have taken care of pets in recent years And administered medicine to late “father” to two wonderful kitties. Very caring for all forms of life. Usually on my project sites 4 days during work week. Pet care would be before and after work on these days. Weekends and the one day I work from home (usually Monday or Friday) would be full attention. I like in a 1,500 sf home with a fenced yard. The pets are welcome to roam freely wherever they’d like both inside and out!

About: With a lifetime of dog ownership and a passion for active enrichment, I offer much more than just a walk. I specialize in engaging your pet’s mind and body, whether it’s teaching puppies the ropes, helping dogs gain confidence in the water, or even practicing soccer drills in the yard. From high-energy play to the gentle, attentive care required for seniors, I use my years of experience to ensure your dog stays happy, active, and loved. I work part time from home. My 4yo mini-Aussie is my only employee. We walk in the morning, mid-morning and afternoon but I’m available pretty much anytime as my daughter drives herself now. Whether your dog is walking with me or visiting my home, my priority is maintaining their unique routine while adding expert engagement. In my home, they’ll enjoy a safe, fenced space perfect for our soccer sessions and or puppy training. I provide professional, respectful care for every stay no matter how long or short. You can expect regular photo updates and a sitter who treats your dog like a lifelong companion.