Pet Sitting Downtown Des Moines

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey L.
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Kelsey L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Kelsey visited my two kitties while I was away one weekend. She followed all the instructions and communicated really well with me before and during her visits. Loui and Lola seemed to warm up to her quickly. Reliable and trustworthy. Will definitely book Kelsey again!

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Daniel F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
28 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Daniel always does such a great job taking care of our girl! The photos he sends while we’re away make it clear that our pup is getting love and having a blast. We’re so glad to have Daniel close by to help us out!

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Andrea M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
28 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Andrea has done drop in visits on a couple different occasions for, and she’s done a great job with Sable. She was very responsive to messages to schedule the visits and easy to coordinate with.

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Lee W.
Sitter Profile Image: Torina G.
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Torina G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Rebooking with Torina was an easy choice! You can expect high quality care, a relationship built with your pets, and trust that all will be cared for while you’re away from your home. Thank you!

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Sarah W.
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Allison G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
36 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

This was our first time using Rover and Allison went above and beyond taking care of our two cats while we were out of town!! She sent us pictures and kept us updated every day. We will definitely book with her again in the future!

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Ellie D.
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Lauren J.
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$13
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4 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: I’ve been a cat enthusiast since birth, and always had a few family dogs. Growing up as a kid my family did a lot of pet sitting for friends, family,and neighbors. I’d like to get back into it. I have an open availability! I don’t work at all so any time is a good time for me to take care of your fur baby! Let me know how you like your pet taken care of, walked, fed, or played with and I’m more than happy to follow your direction to a T

Sitter Profile Image: Carly E.
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Carly E.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

My puppy loves Carly. Will definitely be using her again in the near future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Hanna G.
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Hanna G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
6 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50319

Amazing as always, great attention to detail, and very commutative!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kassy D.
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Kassy D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
18 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Salisbury Oaks, Des Moines, IA, 50312

Kassy is very gentle and quickly developed a good rapport with our anxious rescue, Rio. She’s easy to work with and very flexible. We’re grateful for her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tessa T.
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Tessa T.
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$15
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5 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: I’m a passionate animal lover who adapts to each pet’s unique needs. I have experience caring for puppies, senior pets, and pets who require extra care, extra attention, and tailored care. I focus on creating a safe, fun, and loving environment. Choosing me means choosing a sitter who treats your pets like family, with care, patience, and enthusiasm. I have a very flexible full time job schedule, so I am able to stop by at any time of the day or evening if needed! I provide loving, reliable care in the comfort of your pet’s own space. This includes feeding, giving fresh water, walking, playtime, administering medications if needed, and providing lots of attention and companionship. I also make sure your home stays safe and secure while you’re away, and I’ll keep you updated with pictures and messages so you know your pet is happy.

Sitter Profile Image: Christina U.
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Christina U.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
12 repeat clients
8 years of experience
South Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Absolutely amazing! This was my first time trying Rover and I look forward to using it again! Christina was amazing and responded quickly to my very short notice request. She was loving and caring to my 2 cats and my crazy high energy German Shepard. 10/10 would book with her again and will recommend to any fur parents I know in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
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Cory G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
146 reviews
51 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

My animals love Cory. He goes above and beyond, even taking my ten year old Pom Lily home with him during tornado warnings. I never have to worry with Cory taking care of my animals. He’s very responsible and kind.

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Shelley S.
Sitter Profile Image: Katherine P.
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Katherine P.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
21 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50265

Katherine did more than expected while caring for our boys. They were very happy and enjoyed her visits. All visits were right on time and great photos were sent to us. We would happily hire her again.

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Pamela N.
Sitter Profile Image: Ash B.
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Ash B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
99 reviews
28 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50316

Ash was great with our pups! She was great at communicating and very reliable. We felt at ease knowing they were taken care of. Will book with her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Troy D.
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Troy D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Troy has been nothing but amazing, not only with our dog but with everything he does! Our pup is a bit people selective and moose was comfortable in no time due to Troy being patient and knowledgeable about how to handle a more reactive dog. My husband and I would 100% recommend him to take care of your furry friend too! He is always on time and makes sure he leaves the house cleaner then when he got there!

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Julia A.
Sitter Profile Image: Tanya H.
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Tanya H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
14 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Woodland Heights, Des moines, IA, 50312

Excellent service! I came back home to a happy and energetic dog. I would recommend to anyone interested in quality service for their companion.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin R.
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Kevin R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: ***So you want a housesitter?Please read carefully before booking. ***I have an 11lb Havanese in my home who will be w/me for housesitting and boarding assignments*** I live and work downtown (full-time remote). I can host your pet overnight in my home; stay overnight in your home if needed. Pop-in visits to provide breaks, walks, feeding if you live within a reasonable distance. I can also provide day care services. Very flexible and try to respond promptly bc we all have busy lives. I do not have a crate. Bringing your own crate is optional but not required. House broken/trained is preferred. I prefer to host 1 dog at a time. 2 dogs from the same household would be possible but prefer not to mix dogs from multiple households. ***Housesitting notice - I do have an 11lb Havanese puppy that would accompany me for overnight housesitting assignments. He's house-trained, does not shed and very friendly with people and other dogs.*** ***Boarding / House-sitting requests please note that I have a 1yr old 11lb Havanese in my home. Very social, friendly and playful. He gets along w/all people and dogs. He will also be w/me for any house-sitting bookings. House-trained and not destructive.*** I usually reply to requests within 10-20 min. If it's after 11 then the next morning. I work remote full-time Mon to Fri 8-5. Can do pop-in visits, walks and feedings as needed or on a set schedule that works best for your pet's current routine. Condo here and unfortunately do not have a yard but there are lots of green spaces near my condo at 10th and Mulberry. Space is over 1200 sq ft so plenty of room for your pet. ***I do have an 11 lb Havanese puppy that loves attention but is very smart and picks up on queues from other dogs. Shy and timid upon introduction and will play only if the other dog engages. Loves people and attention. My Havanese will be present for boardings and will accompany me for house-sitting bookings***

Sitter Profile Image: Eric E.
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Eric E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
8 years of experience
Drake, Des Moines, IA, 50311

About: Dogs and cats are my first priority whenever I'm over at a friend or family member's house. My brother had asthma so we re-homed our dog Sylvie when I was seven years old--I have some very dramatic journal articles from that time! So, whenever I got to be around pets, I gave them as much of my attention as they were interested in. I am now lucky enough to have my own dog (Shannon, the goldendoodle in my profile picture) but can never get enough time with dogs and cats!! Over the summer my schedule is relatively flexible, so if your dog needs a walk or your cat needs to be fed at any time throughout the day, I should be able to make it work! My goal is to maintain your pet's routine as much as possible! I can spend one-on-one time with them, take them out, or just check on them as the situation requires.

Sitter Profile Image: Selena C.
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Selena C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
87 reviews
27 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Selena was incredible! Cali loved her right away and she was so communicative about how my cat was. Would definitely recommend and request again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cassandra S.
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Cassandra S.
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20 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: My family had dogs growing up so I have some experience walking and playing with dogs. I also have had my cats for about 7 years. I work from home Wednesdays and Fridays and could easily stop in for check ins during those days. I love to go on walks to grays lake so definitely looking for a dog or two to take with me. I would prefer a set of rules for my clients pets so I would know best how to service their pet while they are away.

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Downtown Des Moines is $18

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Daniel is a fantastic pup sitter! He take such good care of our old dog, and we trust him in our home. We love getting photos and updates on our boy from him when we’re away.

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Jessica N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria did a wonderful job caring for my two cats while I was away! She was very communicative and easy to coordinate with! I appreciated the time she spent with them and loved the photos and check ins she provided. I would not hesitate to have Victoria watch my cats again! :)

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Brooke W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carly took care of our 3 dogs for us while we were gone. She did an amazing job! Kept us updated, asked any questions that came up, sent pictures, and really put us at ease. We have never left our dogs with anyone before and we could not be more pleased with how Carly did! I would highly recommend her to anyone, and we will happily use her services again in the future. Thanks Carly!!

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Faith R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was pleasant and professional, she took good care of my cats during drop-in visits and responded promptly to messages. I would happily hire her again.

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just j.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Madison was absolutely fantastic! She was accommodating, personable, punctual, and wonderful with both my Yorkie and Persian cat. From the very beginning, she communicated exceptionally well, asked thoughtful questions, and made me feel completely confident that my pets were in great hands. Her reports were thorough and detailed, and she sent plenty of photos that gave me peace of mind while I was away. She spent quality time playing with my pets, took my dog on walks, and clearly treated them with genuine care and affection. She also kept the house tidy and made sure pet bowls and feeding areas were always clean. Madison went above and beyond in every aspect of her care and truly exceeded my expectations. I would not hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and professional pet sitter.

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Donielle R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah did a great job and we will definitely use her in the future. I appreciated the good communication and frequent updates.

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bradley c.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Anna sends great photos and thoughtful updates, even just for brief check-ins. Pets are always happy when we get back, and we can relax and enjoy time away without worrying about anything.

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Megan W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Christina was amazing with our very cautious rescue kitty! Our kitty, who usually hides far away, was letting Christina pet her and feed her. Christina sent updates and photos and was very responsive. We will definitely book Christina again!

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Shari S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cory, thank you. Our precious pups look forward to seeing you again! Thank you for caring for our beloved creatures.

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Sandra N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Allison was excellent—great communication, reliable, and clearly very responsible. She took great care of our cat and kept us updated throughout. We’d absolutely book with her again.

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Robb W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Danielle asked a lot of good questions when we met. She was wonderful with my pup! My dog was happy and healthy upon my return.

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Donielle R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelsey visited my two kitties while I was away one weekend. She followed all the instructions and communicated really well with me before and during her visits. Loui and Lola seemed to warm up to her quickly. Reliable and trustworthy. Will definitely book Kelsey again!

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Ena B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rebooking with Torina was an easy choice! You can expect high quality care, a relationship built with your pets, and trust that all will be cared for while you’re away from your home. Thank you!

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Sarah W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandria is wonderful. She’s very patient and good with my dog. I have a difficult and nervous dog but Alexandria always finds ways to make her feel comfortable. She has good communication and is very easy to work with. 100% recommend her

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Katherine R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kassy is very gentle and quickly developed a good rapport with our anxious rescue, Rio. She’s easy to work with and very flexible. We’re grateful for her.

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Andrew C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks for coming over to meet Ranger today! I’m excited to know he’ll be in good hands while his humans are gone! 😀

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Sylvia A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria is wonderful with my critters, She is reliable and dependable. I will definitely have her again.

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April E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Meghan was so fantastic to work with and went above and beyond for us and our kitties. Would have her back anytime!

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Rachelle T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Emily was flexible with holiday scheduling, easy to communicate with, and did a great job with my cat during her visits.

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Katie W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

William is a wonderful and very friendly pet sitter. He came to visit prior to the job and do a meet and greet. I was impressed with all his zoo background work and you can tell he loves animals. My cats were happy and he sent me a picture to update how they were doing. He followed instructions, and was prompt. I will be using his services again for sure. Highly recommend.

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Amy P.
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