House Sitting in Des Moines
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Top rated Des Moines house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Brittany & Megan watched our three dogs which is not an easy task! They are amazing communicators sending pictures and videos multiple times a day which made our 7 year old very happy! We came home to a clean house and three happy pups! I would highly recommend them and hope they can watch our pups again!”

“Larcy came to my home as a house and pet sitter. She is very responsible and always on time. She follows my directions to an T and my dogs really love her. She also sends me pictures during the visit which I appreciate. I will call back Larcy anytime I need a sitter. Thank you Larcy for your care of moose and Sadie.”
“Tiana was great watching our Great Dane. She came over to the house ahead of time to do a meet and greet. While we were away, she sent updates and pictures and kept the house tidy. I will be booking with her again in the future!”

“John’s fantastic! And, a go-to sitter! He’s routinely punctual, attentive, respectful and a great communicator. All of my many pets quickly take to him which is a testament to his experience and skill as a sitter.”

About: I've dog sat for friends and family for years, walking feeding, and accompanying their pets! I have also worked professionally with dogs at a dog daycare at their big dog locations and small dog and puppies' location. I'm currently working part time, so I have a relatively flexible schedule during the week. I am always available for overnight boarding or check ins. I have my own big dog, so I am comfortable working with big dogs. I am committed to the well-being of your pet and value transparent communication with pet owners.

“Julie is great! She’s very personable, easy to talk to and I can tell she loves animals. My dog Millie was very comfortable when we left after Julie came over. She sent pictures and gave us updates while we were gone. I would not hesitate to have her come back again.”

About: 58 year old empty nester mom. I work part time as a personal trainer- I travel to clients homes. I have experience with cats and dogs 20+ years. Lots of love and care will be given. Very reliable and flexible schedule. Look forward to caring for your special ones. I am currently an empty nester and work part time as a personal trainer. - I travel to clients homes. Taking care of your pets would fit perfectly in my schedule. I will bring my years of experience with me to your home to create peace of mind. Very flexible schedule- cats, dogs I have experience with both.
“Eileen was a great sitter for my sweet Rossie. She was always very punctual in her visits and sent me photos and videos of Rossie's activities. Also, she was always open to my concerns and needs. She will surely be my first and best option for the care of my baby dog. And she speaks Spanish! Thank you very much :)”

“Brandy took much good care of my fur babies who can be a bit of a pill. She sent me pictures and kept me updated as to how they both were doing. She took great care of my place and she made sure to bring in a very large box that was delivered to my door thank you! I have another booking coming up and I’m happy to know my dogs and home are in great hands. Highly recommend using Brandy if you want someone who is great with dogs and will take good care of your home.”

“Lora stayed at our house with our two small dogs-they seemed to like her and we got lots of pictures of them relaxing while we were away. We ended up using her twice this summer and hope she's available if we have needs in the future.”
“Kaitlyn was very communicative and respectful of our home. One of our cats behaved differently than we expected - hiding under a bed. Kaitlyn let us know what was happening and adjusted the care plan based on our feedback. She went above and beyond: brought in packages for me, handled the pets' dirty dishes, and reset the linens when she was done. Thank you Kaitlyn!”

“Danielle was very professional and courteous with our 3 pets. Our cat warmed up to her quickly and our very shy pup took it in stride. I knew she would be great when she came in and noticed Buttercup was shaking and nervous. She took her time and read through our instructions very thoroughly. We would definitely hire her again and recommend her for your pet needs. Thank you!!”

“Alex took great care of our two cats while we were away! She stayed overnight and the house was in great shape, but more importantly we came back to happy and well-cared for kitties. She kept us updated and sent many photos, which made us happy. We will definitely book with Alex again!”

“Stuart took amazing care of my dog, Denali, while I was out of town. He was reliable, communicative, and clearly great with dogs. Denali loved him! I completely trust Stuart and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dependable and caring pet sitter.”


“Alexis was very easy to work with and responded quickly. She house sitted and watched over our two boy for a week. She sent updates and pics. Upon return, the house was clean and our two dogs looked like they were well taken care of. Highly recommend and will use again”

“Sara is fantastic! She was a true friend and companion to our ‘big handful’ for 7 days, and her care for him and our home showed through in her communication, the photos she sent of their adventures, and the notes she left at the end of her stay. We never had a worry, and we know our big goofy boy had a great time with her. We give our highest recommendation of Sara!”


“Our dogs fell in love with Isabel right away! She has a calming energy and is so attentive to their body language. She did great balancing our high energy puppy on top of caring for our senior dog with very specific needs recovering from a CCL repair. Can’t wait to use her again in the future!!”

Des Moines pet parents share their Rover experiences
We love and trust Brooklin and most importantly, so does our shy, choosey little dog. Brooklin takes exceptional care, and is observant of any changes in habits and reports immediately- I really appreciate that! She’s reliable, professional and cares so much! I highly recommend her!

I had a wonderful experience with Laura! She was incredibly kind and responsive throughout the entire time I was away. I especially appreciated how she kept me updated with lots of photos of my dogs, which gave me such peace of mind while I was gone. She provided excellent care, and I could tell my pups were happy and well-looked-after. I would highly recommend her services and will definitely be booking with her again!

I cannot recommend Larcy highly enough! She recently watched our home and our two dogs and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the start, it was clear that Larcy is a true animal lover. During our first in person meeting she took notes and was very detail oriented about the care routine for our dogs. Both Cardi C and Figaro have very different personalities, and Larcy managed them both with so much care and patience. I returned home to two very happy, relaxed pups who clearly enjoyed their time while we were away. Beyond the excellent pet care, Larcy was a dream house sitter. She left the house immaculate and kept us updated with photos and check-ins, which really gave us peace of mind. It’s rare to find someone you can trust completely with both your home and your 'fur family.' If you're looking for someone professional, communicative, and genuinely kind, look no further. I will definitely be booking Larcy again!

Tiana is the best! We’ve been using her for short stays/walks for the past couple years. She just completed a 7 day house sitting with our 3 Great Danes. She takes such good care of our babies annd our home and we would highly recommend her anytime. Thanks Tiana! 🐾🐾🐾💜
Chervyn helped with a relatively last minute sit during the holiday period. She was proactive, detail-oriented, and easy going with our shy old lady dog. Appreciated her updates throughout the stay as well. I will be reaching out to her for any future dog sitting needs going forward!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Des Moines is $63
Why Choose Rover?
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Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Sitters in Des Moines average 5 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Des Moines on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $63 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 7,493 house sitters in Des Moines. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Des Moines house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Des Moines have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Des Moines.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Des Moines house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.















