Pet Boarding Des Moines
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“Carmen went above and beyond while watching our dog, Honey! From regular updates to genuinely thoughtful care, we felt completely at ease the entire time. I was very appreciative of all the photos and videos she sent! Our dog was happy, relaxed, and clearly well loved. Highly recommend and will definitely be booking again! :)”
“We are so happy we found Tyler and Amanda to petsit our large rescue dog, Ody! This was our first time traveling out of town without Ody and we felt relieved and confident to leave him in their care. Ody is pretty big, pushing 90 pounds, and is working on his manners including some leash reactivity and a habit of unintentionally knocking people over ?. They handled everything super well, kept up with his training, dedicated time to play and walks, and Ody clearly had a great time! Tyler kept us updated with a bunch of pictures and videos every day, so it felt like we weren't missing out too much on anything. ? If you're looking for reliable and loving petsitters, we'd highly recommend Tyler and Amanda! We would definitely love to book them again. ??”
“Martha is the best! She, and her family, take such great care of our pets. Khloe and Karly are always so happy to see her. When we pick them up, we can tell they had such a good time!”
“Beth was a God send!! We had an unusual request requiring a super early morning drop off at the airport and she kindly did everything we needed her to without hesitation. Additionally, she took wonderful care of our dog Hana who was given plenty of attention and exercise. I got several updates throughout the day which put my worries at ease. I would highly recommend Beth for your dog sitting needs! Thanks and blessings to you Beth!!”
About: I’ve been caring for dogs of all breeds and personalities since I was a child as we always grew up with a dog in the house. Friends and family have trusted me to walk, feed, bathe, and care for their pets while they’re away. Now that I work from home, I’m able to provide consistent supervision and a calm, loving environment and your dog will have company with me and my dogs, Juniper and Coco. I’m attentive to each dog’s individual needs, whether that means sticking to a feeding schedule, administering medications, offering calm companionship, or making sure they get plenty of exercise and affection. I understand how important routine and patience are, and I always treat pets as if they were my own. My goal is to make sure your dog feels safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re gone. I’m happy to provide photo updates and follow any specific care instructions. Pet care fits easily into my daily routine. I work remote as an entrepreneur, and there are always multiple people present in the house throughout the day, pets are never left unattended and always have care, supervision, and companionship. This allows for frequent potty breaks, feeding on schedule, playtime, and supervision. I’m available for boarding and care on weekends as well as weekdays, and I make sure each dog’s routine is followed closely. I provide a safe, calm, and well-supervised environment for pets in my care. I have a fully fenced balcony for supervised outdoor time and dogs who are accustomed to being around other pets. Introductions are done slowly, and interactions are always monitored. With multiple adults at home—including retired family members and another work-from-home adult—there is constant, around-the-clock care and attention. I can crate dogs if needed and strictly follow feeding schedules, medications, and any special instructions. Cleanliness, supervision, and communication are top priorities, and every pet is treated like family.
“Michelle and Sam are WONDERFUL!! Our dog Cookie is always SO excited to see them and to be with their dogs as well. Loving, wonderful, kind, AMAZING! Thank you both.”
“This was our second time using Katie, and once again she was amazing with our dog! She was incredibly flexible and agreed to keep him longer than originally planned, even accommodating a last-minute change to our pickup time. She sent lots of updates and pictures throughout his stay, which really gave me peace of mind knowing he was being so well taken care of. Jackie was happy and comfortable, and I truly felt at ease while he was with her. We’re so grateful for her kindness, flexibility, and great care, and we would absolutely book with her again!”
About: I have a 12-year-old cat that I have had since he was a kitten. Previously, I have also had a French bulldog that needed special care so I have experience caring for more needy animals as well. I work full-time from home. My job gives me the flexibility to step away and go for a walk along the waterfront or in your neighborhood. I am home a majority of the day and week so your pet is in good hands. I am very passionate about animals, and I believe that we need them more than they need us. I live directly on the waterfront with a huge beach and shared yard for your dog to play in. I love going for walks and I am very active. In between meetings, I love to cuddle up with your fur baby and give them lots of love.
“Xiaotong is a marvel. She is the best (and only) person who will ever watch our pups. As two highly anxious owners with high standards, she easily clears every bar imaginable. We would give her 10 stars instead of 5 if it were possible. No other sitter comes close to her quality of communication, passion, and care. Our shy dogs took to her and her dogs very easily and returned to us very happy, well exercised, and well groomed. She is so fantastic we are planning to have her watch our dogs for weekends even when we are in town. Yes, they adored her and seemed like they were at Disney Land on vacation while with her. We mean it when we say she is the best and that no other comes even close.”
“Gimli was very happy and well taken care of while we were gone. Got pictures and updates on him and she was able to accommodate change in pick up schedule when I got back earlier than expected! Kaylie was awesome!”
About: I have cared for cats, dogs and horses throughout the years since I was 5. I will treat your beloved pets with great care and kindness in your home. I am retired, so my schedule is very flexible. I am looking forward to meeting your pets to help them feel happy, safe and looked after when you are not available to them. I am interested in learning how you want your pets cared for so they are not stressed by big changes. Your directions for your pet’s management are what my goals will be!
“Rya is an extremely wise and inviting spirit of a woman and dog sitter, walker, and intuitive! If you want her to truly care with intellectual and openess to learn your dogs needs and properly give them a safe and relaxed, or fun depending on your dogs needs, she is Amazing! She worked with me getting my crate in her proposed place for my dog Chili. She was creative with her approach with Chili and he was safe and cared for boarding over night. Not only this, she worked with my late night schedule change for work. Meet and greet was utterly lovely and an enjoyable experience. She walked him, as well. Her communication with me how he was doing getting settled was so very much appreciated through texts and pictures of any changes she made caring for him. I had arrived early next morning, earlier than the end pick up time. My Bluetooth speaker lost charge and my alarm didn't sound into my bt. She had him longer than expected as I napped to consider her sleep being there earlier than pick up time. I recieved Chili and his crate and we departed, as she tended to her day. Mind you she worked her schedule around for both of us and I very much appreciated her willingness and her care for my Chili. I Highly recommend Rya for your dog care needs. I'd leave 20 stars if I could. Thank you so very much, Rya and rover.com. I have to leave her a tip and give her this more than deserving review. She exceeded my expectations and she will for your and your fur babies. Thousand thanks, Rya.”
“Adejia & Mayuran are so great, I have extended my bookings with them several times due to my shifting needs. They are so great with my pup Atlas, and he’s having a blast with them and their dog Kona. Thank you guys!”
“Sarah is an excellent sitter! We got daily and frequent updates on our pup and our pup got so cozy with Sarah that she felt at home and was happy to see us when we picked her up.”
“Patty was welcoming and intentional with my baby. I am so grateful we had a successful meet and greet and initial overnight stay. He will be staying with her again in less than two weeks.”
“Elizabeth was awesome! She was a great combination of being very detail oriented and taking very good care of Our dog. Also sent plenty of pictures while she was taking care of him. We will have our dog stay with her again for sure!”
“My pups had a wonderful sleepover with this wonderful family. They were very relaxed when dropping off and picking up. The entire family goes out of their way to make your pets feel comfortable in their home.”
About: Our family has had pets since we were kids. Dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, etc. I lost my two old pups a few years ago after a solid 17 year run, so I'm experienced with age ranges from pup to elder pup and dogs from small to large. I work full time from home, so there will always be someone available to take dogs out to use the restroom or for a midday walk. We have a smaller fenced yard with garden and plenty of room indoors for your dog to find a comfortable spot. Ready to give ample walks to burn off excess energy for those hyper pups. I'll keep your pup safe and treat them like the family they are.
“Gabriela and Sean took amazing care of Luna while we were away from December 18–25. From the very beginning, they were kind, reliable, and great communicators. They sent us regular updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind during our trip. Luna looked happy, comfortable, and clearly well loved the entire time. It was obvious she was treated like part of their family. We are truly grateful for the care and attention they gave her and would absolutely trust them again in the future. Highly recommended!”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in Des Moines is $60
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Des Moines
Gino was wonderful! He was super communicative, incredibly kind, and sent lots of pictures of Sonny while we were away, which we really appreciated. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing Sonny was in such good hands. We would absolutely book with Gino again and highly recommend him!
Tyler provided the best care for my doggos! Paid very close attention to each individual dogs needs and took time to understand them truly! He was very active with them and provided updates the entire time! Was able to spend time away not worrying about my doggos and knew they were in good hands. Would recommend to anyone!
Brandon is amazing with dogs! He took excellent care of Luna, easily managing her hyperactivity with plenty of patience. He was also incredibly understanding and accommodating when it came to her heavy shedding and bath needs. Brandon is the only person we feel truly comfortable leaving our dog with. Highly recommend!
With a big yard to run around and explore, a cozy house to plop down, and an attentive person to watch over my pups, Kathy's is a great place to stay. I also appreciate her flexibility with drop-offs and pick-ups, enabling me to take rather late flights without having to drop off my pups extra early or wait until the next day to pick them up.
I’m incredibly grateful to Justin for accommodating my last-minute boarding request for my two fur babies, Asa and Linda! As any pet parent knows, leaving your babies in someone else's care can be nerve-wracking, especially for the first time. From our initial meet-and-greet, Justin's calm, confident, and down-to-earth personality helped put my mind at ease. He was very comfortable handling my two large dogs and provided a peaceful, welcoming environment with a beautiful, spacious backyard for them to enjoy. What I appreciated most was his flexibility, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond to accommodate my needs on such short notice. Knowing my babies were safe, comfortable, and well cared for while I was away meant everything to me. Justin truly came through when I needed him most, and I couldn't be more thankful. Highly recommend! 🐾❤️🐾
Rya is such an animal lover who was absoluyely amazing with my small poodle mix, Rachel. She is a 5 yr old rescue that I have only had 6 months and she has some separation/anxiety issues, so I was worried about leaving her...but Rya quickly won her trust. Rya sent updates and was EXCELLENT with communication and sending pictures regularly. I highly recommend her. I know I will use her again!
😍 10/10 would recommend Kathy as a dog sitter! She went above and beyond to make sure our furry baby felt loved and cared for while we were away. Her home is gorgeous and welcoming, and Kathy treated our dog like one of her own. She's super communicative, sending us updates and pics that put our minds at ease. Organized and responsible, too - we'd trust her with our pup (and our keys) in a heartbeat. If you're looking for someone to give your pet the TLC they deserve, Kathy is your girl! 💕
This was the first time leaving Lolo with Daniel, Joelle & Co for more than 1 day. She stayed a whole week, and I could tell from my communication with them that she was being well taken care of & loved. They accommodated to her neediness, so she didn't even have to adapt to a new way of life! When I came to pick her up, she was excited to see me, but calm, and not pushing to get out & jump in my car immediately. She wanted to sniff around their yard & block before leaving. I can tell she loves them & they love her, which is a wonderful feeling. I'm happy that I missed her way more than she missed me!
Mylyn took such great care of our old pug. He’s almost 13 years old, has one eye and mostly cannot hear. He has regular medication needs as well. She sent us updates everyday we were gone and always a photo. We were gone two weeks and we did not worry once about him. We would highly recommend Mylyn and her excellent and attentive care. Also, our other care fell through a week out from our trip and she took us on short notice which we so appreciated. We will use her again when we travel! We highly recommend her especially for an older dog.
Kersea watched our pup for a long weekend and was a lovely sitter. Bluma warmed up quickly and communication with Kersea was super easy. Bluma seemed well taken care of and should we need another sitter we hope to book Kersea again. Highly recommend! Thanks so much for taking care of our fur baby!!
Another wonderful stay for our pup with Erika!! She always goes above and beyond, sending photos and lots of detailed updates that show just how well she knows our girl. She truly loves Lyla like her own dog and makes our trips out of town completely worry free. Erika was extremely easy-going when our return flight was delayed by several hours, responding to my messages and updates quickly and keeping our pup for longer than planned!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Boarding in Des Moines is $44 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $31 and $75 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 5,885 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Des Moines. About 91% of Des Moines sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.
During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in WA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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