Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA

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Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Robert K.
Sitter Profile Image: Robert K.
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Retired/Full-Time Animal Lover
Altoona, IA, 50009
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Always great to know your pets are cared for! It’s a great peace of mind. Robert always lets us know how the cats are doing and gives them lots of love! (more)

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$18

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Monica D.
Sitter Profile Image: Monica D.
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Art Teacher who LOVES gentle giants
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Monica was so so so so helpful. My fur babies are very shy and timid but Monica worked so hard to make sure they got what they needed and much more! I'm so grat… (more)

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$20

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
Pet lover with lots of experience
Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA, 50309
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

I don’t have a dog or a cat, but Jessica still did a great job taking care of my bird and fish! Appreciated all the updates and pictures while I was gone. Would… (more)

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$18

per visit
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Sitter Profile Image: Nikki M.
Sitter Profile Image: Nikki M.
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Let me strut your mutt (:
Ankeny, IA, 50021
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

3rd time Nikki has taken care of our dog while we had to go out of town. Its usually last second and she always comes through! She's excellent, highly recommend… (more)

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$15

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
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I'll run with your dog! I love dogs
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Cory was great taking care of our three cats. Very dependable with daily visits (we were gone nearly three weeks). We would book with him again. (more)

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$15

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Brad C.
Sitter Profile Image: Brad C.
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Working for the Tail Wags
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Brad does a great job for us. He is always prompt and sends us pictures during every visit. Our two 75 lb rowdies were very happy and well cared for. We will… (more)

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$20

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Chelsie L.
Sitter Profile Image: Chelsie L.
I want to give you peace of mind!
River Bend, Des Moines, IA, 50314
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Chelsie quickly became our regular cat sitter. From our first meet and greet and booking with her, we knew she was the one to look after our fur babies! We have… (more)

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$15

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Cage free, happy husky home!
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Amethyst was great! Soooo consistent and dependable! And her communication and updates we soooo helpful! We’re definitely looking forward to working with her ag… (more)

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$20

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Sitter Profile Image: Kate S.
Sitter Profile Image: Kate S.
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Reliable, fun, full-time pet-sitter
Altoona, IA, 50009
Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

It was difficult for us to trust someone to take care of our pups while we were out of town, but Kate put our minds at ease and took care of our girls like they… (more)

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$20

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Sitter Profile Image: Julie R.
Sitter Profile Image: Julie R.
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Loves All Cats & Walking With Dogs
Des Moines, IA, 50310
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Julie took care of my cat Alice. Alice does not like strangers but Julie did a great job and took good care of her during my travels. (more)

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$18

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Vivian D.
Sitter Profile Image: Vivian D.
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I prefer animals over humans
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Was right on time with what I suggested and we came back to a house still standing. 5/5 for us. Thank you Vivian for your prompt service and doing exactly what … (more)

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$15

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Sitter Profile Image: Claire C.
Sitter Profile Image: Claire C.
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Purrs and pups are perfect for me!!
Des Moines, IA, 50309
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Full disclosure: She's my daughter. From her earliest of days, Claire has been an animal-lover. So, rest assured: your furry critter will be well-cared for. (A… (more)

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$13

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Sitter Profile Image: Isaac S.
Sitter Profile Image: Isaac S.
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Flexible schedule, Cats and Dogs!
East Village, Des Moines, IA, 50309
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Isaac is dedicated, patient, caring, and a hard worker. He loves all kinds of animals, big or small. Isaac is responsible and treats other’s pets as if they wer… (more)

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$10

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Sara & Mason F.
Sitter Profile Image: Sara & Mason F.
Your furry friend’s home away home!
Des Moines, IA, 50313
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Sara is incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable with animals/dogs. She has watched our boston terrier many times. Prior to him boarding with her she took care o… (more)

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$13

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison P.
Sitter Profile Image: Madison P.
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Dogs deserve the best!
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Madison was wonderful with our dog. Our dog looked so happy in all the pictures Madison provided us. Madison was on time for each visit and tracked everything… (more)

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$13

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie K.
Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie K.
Animal lover of all kinds!
Altoona, IA, 50009
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Mackenzie would be a wonderful pet sitter/dog walker. She’s been a dog owner for 10 years and loves all animals!! She’s very caring and committed to doing a g… (more)

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$15

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Lorrie A.
Sitter Profile Image: Lorrie A.
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Animal care with love
Des Moines, IA, 50317
Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Lorrie is a lifelong animal lover and advocate. She's been a volunteer at the animal Rescue League of Iowa for many years is well respected by everyone there. T… (more)

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$15

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Sitter Profile Image: Natalie G.
Sitter Profile Image: Natalie G.
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Come sit, play and stay!
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care

About: I am a long time pet owner and animal lover. I have taken care of all sorts of animals from dogs and cats to rabbits and hamsters… I work weekend … (more)

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$13

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Sitter Profile Image: Paula R.
Sitter Profile Image: Paula R.
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Leave your Paws in Safe Hands
Des Moines, IA, 50317
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care

Paula has helped with my 4 dogs multiple times and we always know they are in good hands. She cares for them like we do and we never have to worry about them wh… (more)

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$40

per visit
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Madison S.
Sitter Profile Image: Madison S.
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Experience with all breeds and size
Accent, Des Moines, IA, 50317
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Madison was excellent with communication and following instructions. No complaints from me! (more)

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$13

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