House Sitting Des Moines

“Brittney and Megan were absolute angels!! From the moment I booked with them, they went above and beyond—checking in with me every day, sending the cutest, most beautiful photos of my babies, and most importantly, loving them like their own. 🥹💛 Knowing they were safe, snuggled, and genuinely cared for brought my anxiety down more than I can say. I could feel the warmth and peace they created in my absence. I will never be able to thank them enough—and I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again in a heartbeat. Truly the dream team. 💫🐾✨”

Kirsten L.

“Tiana was the best sitter we’ve ever experienced! She was so accommodating and patient with our dogs who are a little skittish of people at first. After a few hours they seemed so comfortable and actually enjoyed her company. She was very thorough and followed our schedule to a T. I can’t stress enough how much stress was lifted off our shoulders knowing our dogs were able to be relaxed and have fun in their own home while we were away.”

Lexi A.

“Nicole was great, she came over to meet the dogs prior to us going out of town and the dogs seemed very happy when we got home.”

Daidre S.

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience! Mary was absolutely amazing with our puppy, Luna — she cared for her as if she were her own, with so much love and attention. She followed Luna’s schedule perfectly, kept her engaged, and made sure she was happy while we were away. We loved receiving photos and updates, which gave us great peace of mind. On top of that, we came home to a clean, well-cared-for house and an even happier pup. We feel so grateful (and lucky!) to have found someone so reliable, thoughtful, and communicative. Highly recommend Mary and looking forward to booking her again!”

Patricia A.

“Morgan was excellent! Struck the right balance of keeping us up to date without too much information so we could enjoy our trip. She sent plenty of pictures and really made us feel like our pups had someone who loved them almost as much as us taking care of them. I would highly recommend Morgan to anyone who needs their pups or house watched she was fantastic! We will definitely book with her in the future. P.S. our pups can be a little bit of a pain and she handled everything with finesse and grace. I can't express enough how appreciative we are that she was able to deal with their little quirks!”

Austin V.

“Kathi took good care of Moonpie. I returned to a happy dog and a clean home. Kathi was very responsive, easy to work with, and provided daily updates and pictures.”

Gene L.

About: I’ve spent more than 20 years caring for animals, and being around pets has always been a natural part of my life. I’ve owned dogs for most of my life, and when I didn’t have one of my own, I was the person friends, family, and neighbors relied on to care for theirs. My experience includes caring for both large and small dog breeds, each with their own personalities, energy levels, and needs. I’ve also cared for rabbits and horses and spent several summers on a farm, giving me hands-on experience with a variety of animals and teaching me the importance of patience, consistency, and responsible care. In addition, my brother is a professional dog trainer, which has given me valuable insight into dog behavior, communication, and positive handling techniques. While I’m not a certified trainer, I’ve learned practical skills that help me understand dogs and create a calm, safe environment for them. I offer boarding, drop-in visits, dog walking, and house sitting. Whether your pet loves long walks, playtime, belly rubs, or simply sticking to their daily routine, I’ll make sure they receive personalized care, plenty of attention, and lots of love while you’re away. I understand that leaving your pet with someone else takes trust. My goal is to treat every animal like they’re part of my own family, so you can feel confident knowing they’re in caring, dependable hands. Pet care fits easily into my routine, and I genuinely enjoy making time for it. I’m currently pretty flexible, and starting in September, I’ll mainly be available afternoons, evenings, and weekends. My schedule can vary from time to time, but I’ll always keep my availability updated and make sure every pet gets the time, attention, and care they need. I try to make every pet feel as comfortable as possible by sticking to the routine they’re used to. Every dog is different, so I always ask about their schedule, personality, and any special instructions before I start caring for them. If I’m working that day, I always make sure we get a good walk in before I leave. It’s a great way for them to use the bathroom, burn off some energy, and start the day on a positive note. I usually aim for at least a 30-minute walk. When I get home, we head back outside for another potty break and walk. Depending on your dog’s age, energy level, and what they enjoy, our walk might be 30 minutes or it could turn into a longer walk around the neighborhood. Before bed, I always take them out one last time so they’re comfortable for the night. I follow whatever feeding schedule you already have in place, whether that’s in the morning, afternoon, or evening. I know pets thrive on routine, so I do my best to keep things as normal as possible while you’re away. Most importantly, I treat every pet like they’re my own. They’ll get plenty of attention, playtime, affection, fresh water, and lots of love. My goal is for your pet to feel safe, happy, and cared for—and for you to feel completely at ease knowing they’re in good hands.

“Rose house sat for us over a weekend and took excellent care of our 12 year old heeler who is a typical cattle dog. She sent prompt updates, photos and stayed on top of his daily insulin medication. We arrived home to a happy and calm pup, and the house clean and tidy. I would absolutely have her house sit for us again!”

Rochelle M.

“Ravan was awesome! She took such good care of my dog while I was away, I didn’t have to worry about a thing. She took him for walks and to the park. Even my plants were watered!! I will absolutely book with her again and will recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful and caring sitter.”

Carol M.

“Highly recommend! Shalindra provided a week of in-home care for our two dogs, a guinea pig and a gecko. She was delightful to work with. The dogs took to her very quickly, and she was affectionately patient with their unique/opposite personalities. I especially appreciated her daily photo and video updates, and how careful she was to ask questions and provide details on anything happening at the house. I felt confident all was well cared-for, and was truly able to enjoy the time away because Shalindra had everything covered at home.”

Marni D.

About: I’ve been caring for cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and many other animals for most of my life. I’ve had two wonderful dogs of my own, a Basset Hound and a Dachshund, who were a huge part of my heart. They were both pretty stubborn, so along the way I picked up some useful training skills as well. My schedule is flexible and can be adjusted with one week’s notice before the boarding date. Otherwise, I’m available anytime on weekends and weekdays after 5 p.m. I’m happy to coordinate and accommodate your scheduling needs whenever possible. I provide loving, attentive, and reliable care for every pet, making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and happy in their own environment. I follow each pet’s routine for feeding, walks, playtime, and rest, while giving them plenty of affection and attention. I’m happy to follow specific instructions for medications, special diets, and individual needs. I also provide regular updates and photos so you can feel confident that your furry family member is in good hands. My goal is to make every pet feel loved, secure, and cared for while you’re away!

“We could tell coming home from our trip that our dog and cat had experienced lots of love while we were gone! Our home was well taken care of and our packages were neatly put inside. Talia was very communicative, on time, and even made sure she had our dogs favorite treats on hand when she walked through the door.”

Andrea W.

“Katie was great! We had her watch our senior cat at our home overnight, and she was super communicative and sent updates and photos the whole time. Our cat got really comfortable with her!”

Pin-Ya T.

“Hunter saved us from a great deal of stress when we had to extend our trip due to flight cancellations. He helped us fill in the days he couldn’t cover and sent us photos daily of our pups. They were well cared for and loved. We are very grateful! He also left our house very clean.”

Chrissy D.

About: I’ve been surrounded by animals of all shapes and sizes my whole life and although I don’t have any of my own, I have many years of experience taking care of pets of all energy levels. I follow directions well and can provide the appropriate amount of attention for pets with special needs and/or requirement as well. Currently I am a part-time college student and caregiver for my younger sibling, although this may seem time restricting this allows me to plan out my schedule and can be flexible whenever and wherever. I am a very neat and tidy person, so house upkeep is one of my number one priorities aside from taking care of your pets. On top of that, I have plenty of of experience dealing with dogs of all ages and can accommodate accordingly.

“Shirley did a great job of watching my boys Momo and Charlie during the day for 9 days while I was abroad with my family. She sent pics and gave me lots of updates. I came home and the dogs were happy and looked good. My roommate who was here in the morning and night didn’t even notice her, which was the plan! Would absolutely ask Shirley to watch my guys again!”

Seth R.

“Rachel was communicative with updates throughout the home stay! Our high energy pups were tuckered out when we came back. The house was clean and tidy which was appreciated. Would recommend Rachel for anyone.”

Nick P.

“Thank you so much for taking such sweet care of our fur babies! Our little ChiChi was diagnosed with Addisons just the week before and was very ill. We came home to a very happy boy who had gained nearly all 9 pounds of his weight loss back! Thank you!!!”

Colette D.

“Dianna was hands down the best house sitter we’ve ever had. We needed someone to care for our husky, Lilo, while we were out of town for several days, and Dianna exceeded every expectation. She was incredibly attentive, reliable, and communicative throughout our trip. Every day, she sent detailed updates and plenty of photos, which gave us so much peace of mind knowing Lilo was happy, safe, and well cared for. When we got home, Lilo was excited to see us, but it was obvious she had formed a special bond with Dianna. In fact, we think she was a little disappointed it wasn’t Dianna walking through the door! That alone speaks volumes about the care, attention, and love she provided. We would recommend Dianna without hesitation to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and exceptional house sitter.”

Jaime R.

“Monica is the ultimate animal lover. I was almost a little jealous how quickly the dogs warmed up to her. We needed overnight care and reached out kind of last minute. Monica was very helpful by meeting and walking the dogs before the two nights of dog sitting. Highly recommend reaching out if looking for help with your animals. Very professional and reliable.”

Brian K.