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Sitter Profile Image: Christopher V.
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$27
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1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310

About: I have been taking care of dogs and cats since 2005 my parents had 3 ridgbacks and I haven't known a time when im not the guy to watch someone's beloved animal! Might as well get paid to do something i love! I am a disabled US Navy Vetran in my late 30s. I work out of my garage and am home based and will have lots of time for your animals in my house and fenced in yard Large fenced in yard, I have cats but they have rooms to hide if your dog doesn't like cats, I have a bloodhound that loves to play with others and is a sweet boy and sleeps about 22 hours a day 🤣

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Shannah G.
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$35
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30 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

About: Visiting pets will be treated like members of our family where they will be attended to all the time. I do not kennel my pets. I am retired so now I stay home with my pets. I am available all hours and will fit any of my schedule that comes up around your pets needs. My pets are my babies. They do not stay out all day. I have 1/3 acre of fenced grassy yard for pate to play in, when they’re not inside with me.

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Lucia R.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
262 reviews
109 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Union Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316

Lucia was so good with our Nova. We were nervous about her not having a fenced yard, but Lucia took Nova out to the dog park with lots of potty breaks. Nova came back happy and exhausted! When Lucia brought her out when we got there, Nova was so happy and content that she didn’t realize we were there for a moment!

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Steve & Tilaine G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
21 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

I was looking for a long term boarding option for our dog, Scamp, and after a 3 night stay with Steve & Tilaine G. I have absolutely no qualms in booking him in for a longer stay with them. I felt they were a great fit for Scamp.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda J.
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$40
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20 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madrid, IA, 50156

Amanda spoiled our dog all weekend! Played catch and cuddled and let him take a nap in her lap (he's almost 100 lbs so that was above and beyond the call of duty)! Another plus is there were 4-5 large dogs for Osborne to play with in Amanda's fenced in backyard so he came home happily exhausted. Amanda was extremely flexible in drop off/pick up times which was greatly appreciated as we were heading out of town for the weekend. She also carefully monitored his food so he only ate his food and didn't sneak other dog food and get an upset stomach. Highly recommend Amanda!

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$28
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55 reviews
13 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Ashly was amazing!! She took great care of my dog, Franny came home exhausted. She sent me pictures and updates throughout the day, I had never used rover before so I was a bit nervous but she assured me all would be great and it was, I have no doubt that we will absolutely be back! :)

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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
148 reviews
51 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Cory has been a fantastic companion dog sitter for us time and time again! He does well with Skip's anxiety and give him great attention and exercise to keep him comfortable when we travel!!

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
21 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

Kim is the best with our pup. She has the best environment and takes such good care, including lots of pictures! We wouldn't go anywhere else!

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Roxy T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Sheldahl, IA, 50243

Roxy was amazing watching Jack, they treated him like one of their own dogs. We will absolutely be coming back! She sent pictures and updates which helped make his first stay easier on me.

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Kevin watched our pug for six nights while we were in Hawaii and kept us updated with photos and fun stories. He made us feel super comfortable, leaving our furry family member. Kevin‘s dog Ricky is a big bonus. He’s a fun little guy and Sushi loved having a friend for the week. Can’t wait to book with Kevin again in the future highly recommend.!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah D.
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Sarah D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

Sarah did a great job spending two weeks with our St. Bernard! She sent updates and pictures and was super accommodating. We would use Sarah again in a flash!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

Sadie enjoyed her stay with Lisa so much, I'm not sure she wanted to come home! She even had her own Thanksgiving dinner. We appreciated the pictures and updates during her stay. Thanks!

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Sitter Profile Image: Lara & Cary J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
79 reviews
25 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

We are so happy to have found Lara and Cary to watch our dog! Tigey was well cared for and happy when we returned from vacation. Such a relief to find wonderful people we can trust with our dog. Will absolutely book with them again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole W.
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Nicole W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
11 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

Kol stayed with them for 7 days and he had such a great time! Daily walks, lots of playtime and socialization, and I got many updates as well. He had such a great time and I wasn't worried about him for a second. 5/5 would recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica C.
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$32
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18 reviews
2 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Clive, IA, 50325

This was my first time using Rover and I was pleased with Jessica’s quick response time and enthusiasm to meet and care for Blanca. The process was easy and drop off went smoothly. Jessica’s dog was in a kennel when we arrived to make drop off less stressful for both dogs. The pups were introduced after we left to get their sniffing done on neutral territory (on a walk out front). We received photos and updates during our whole time away and knew Blanca was happy and safe. We would be happy to use Jessica again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth W.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
37 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Elizabeth is very sweet and knowledgeable about dog behavior. We were welcomed by her and her two pups on leash, and the interaction worked well! She sent many photos and video updates. Elizabeth even brushed him before I picked him up.

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Alysha O.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
12 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Polk city, IA, 50226

Mabel loved her week with Alysha! We loved the pictures and updates throughout the week. Great communication and flexible when we wanted to pick up a day early. We wouldn’t hesitate booking another stay!

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Sitter Profile Image: Savannah H.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
10 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50021

Savannah and her husband did an amazing job (and on very short notice) watching our dog while we were gone over the weekend. Not only was she prompt and attentive to my inquiries, she sent multiple pictures of our pup having a great time. He even came home behaving better! It was quite obvious that Savannah and Ben had loved up on him and taken great care of him. She and her husband were very calm, competent and caring from the moment we first met them. They have a knack for taking care of dogs and did a wonderful job attending to our older dog’s needs. They also have a great fenced backyard for plenty of play, with lots of big shady trees to rest or nap under. I would highly recommend their services and would not hesitate to choose them again if the need ever arises. Thanks again Savannah and Ben!

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha & Matt M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
240 reviews
111 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

First time using Samantha. She sent a bunch of pics which I loved, and Cooper was well cared for. Finally found a Rover who I can trust. Already booked her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole S.
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Nicole S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
92 reviews
29 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50014

Nicole and her family took excellent care of Teddy. Quick, easy communication and zero drama. Both drop-off and pick-up were smooth/seamless. Nicole sent pictures and updates daily. Teddy left Nicole’s home tired and happy. Many thanks to Nicole/kids/husband and resident pack for a lovely stay!

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Another great worry free vacation for us because Stella was with Abbie and her family. Thanks again for giving her a safe, loving second home.

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Jody D.
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Can always count in Abbie and her family to take good care of Stella. Abbie has taken care of het several times and Stella enjoys going there and loves having the kiddos around her. Fenced yard so never worry that she will get lost.

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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Elkhart on Rover is $32.1 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

There are 392 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Elkhart. About 90% of Elkhart 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 Meet & Greet 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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .

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 IA 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.

Emergency support 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.

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