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Sitter Profile Image: Katrina M.
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Katrina M.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 64 reviews
23 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Katrina is the best!!! She took such great care of our dogs! She sent us lots of videos and updates which really put our minds at ease while on vacation. 5 stars!!!”

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Angela P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 107 reviews
47 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Angela was the perfect choice for our little guy! She was so attentive, sending us pictures every day of our pup, and we felt that she genuinely treated Max as if he were her own. We felt so safe and comfortable with Max in her care and would be more than happy to use her services in the future!”

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Mallory C.
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$37
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 318 reviews
139 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50014

“AMAZING! Mallory was great!! My dog Lilo had a blast from the looks of it. Mallory sent me plenty of pictures, videos and thorough updates on how my dog was doing. From the very first message during the booking process, Mallory was very kind, friendly and professional-which made me confident Lilo would be in good hands. Now I’m home again with Lilo and shes happy and tired from all the fun walks she had during her stay. If you’re looking for soto take care of your dog during a long stay I cannot recommend Mallory more!! Thank you for everything!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Steve & Tilaine G.
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Steve & Tilaine G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 61 reviews
22 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“We were nervous leaving our semi-newly adopted puppy anywhere, but also wanted to visit family for the holidays that we had not seen in awhile. We couldn't have chosen a better family! The whole family took such great care of our Mango with lots of love, runs, and snuggles. Thank you for all the pics! Helped my kids make it through our trip!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke & Brent B.
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Brooke & Brent B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“This is our first Rover booking and we couldn't be happier. Brooke did an excellent job of making sure our "new to us" rescue dog had a good experience. Amee got to read stories at bedtime and take walks with the family. She'll be back for more fun.”

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Samantha M.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 160 reviews
40 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Samantha was easy to communicate with, she followed my preferences, our dog came home happy and healthy. Our return flights were late and Samantha allowed us to pick up at 10:00 pm!! We definitely recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda S.
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Amanda S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ogden, IA, 50212

“Tucker had a great time with Amanda! She sent lots of pictures and updates! He was nice and tired when he came back home from all the playing. 5 ⭐️”

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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
• 93 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50014

“Nicole provided a fun and comfortable stay for our Sophie, even on short notice. I appreciate the prompt communication and picture pupdates while we were away. Thanks Nicole!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christy H.
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Christy H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Story city, IA, 50248

About: I am an avid animal lover who worked as a vet tech for five years. My spouse and teenage girls are also animal lovers! We LOVE to have animal visitors! We have small dogs of our own who enjoy making new pet friends. I am a full-time nurse with very flexible hours and my spouse is home all summer! My teenagers are also available to help with our guests. We have a fenced in yard, and love to take our dogs for walks. Our dogs are very friendly with other cats and dogs. We have a special needs dog, so we are very comfortable with giving medications and other special needs.

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Elizabeth C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
40 years of experience
Webster City, IA, 50595

“We’re so grateful to have Elizabeth sit for Rusty when the other sitter canceled our booking in the last minute! Elizabeth provided outstanding care for Rusty and ensured that Rusty’s needs be met while spoiling him as well. She also sent a bunch of pictures and videos of Rusty that we enjoyed so much! Her acreage yard allowed Rusty to run around and exercise as he loves to be outside! Thank you so much for your care! Highly recommended and will definitely use the service again in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nadia M.
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Nadia M.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50111

“Dezi made some friends and enjoyed her time!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenna S.
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Jenna S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
5 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Jenna is a great caregiver! She was very friendly and accommodating. She went out of her way to work with my schedule and was super sweet about it. Luna also seemed quite happy and comfy staying with her.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ana H.
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Ana H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Indy seemed to have a great time!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alex H.
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Alex H.
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$52
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 48 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Alex was wonderful! I needed to make a last minute booking and Alex was able to fit Penny in for the night! Alex was also very communicative and kept me up to date on Penny.”

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Jesseca F.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
9 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

About: I have nine years of pet care experience. I raised and showed Rex rabbits for 4 years. Personally I have trained and care for my own dogs. After High School I work in an Animal Hospital. My duties there included receiving the animals for appointments, prepping and assisting in surgeries, keeping accurate records, cleaning and sanitation of the facilities. I am available to care for pets full time as I am looking to make a career out of caring for pets as I pursue a position as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician. I would be able to care for the animals in their own homes keeping them safe in the comfort of their own space and environment.

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Andrea & Patrick S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
8 years of experience
Story City, IA, 50248

“Very kind and patient people. We have a big dog with high energy level and they did amazing!”

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Lauren G.
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$35
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
10 years of experience
Huxley, IA, 50124

“Lauren was wonderful boarding my cat at her home. She went above and beyond and sent great updates. I knew the cat was in great hands while I was out of town!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla B.
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Kayla B.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Nevada, IA, 50201

“Great sitter. It was a GR party of 3! My dog was worn out, happy and well taken care of. Daily updates with a picture was sent. Thx for your care! Would recommend and use Kayla again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon B.
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Shannon B.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 52 reviews
14 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Eldora, IA, 50627

“Shannon was great and very accommodating, kept me updated every day including pictures. Benji enjoyed it there, and was spoiled. Will definitely use her again”

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Sitter Profile Image: Bryton H.
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Bryton H.
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$31
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8 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50014

About: I have several years of training by and experience with handling and caring for pets. I have experience with all different animals from being a dog trainer, working in vet clinics to working with large farm animals. I’m currently looking for early morning opportunities and evening opportunities. I’m also open to overnight stays as needed. I can be flexible in those early and evening hours! I provide lots of care for your animals, if they need any maintenance (nails clipped, ears cleaned, medications, etc.) I’m totally comfortable with that from my work experience. I love to spend lots of quality time with your pet and get to know them and what they need!

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ellsworth home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Ellsworth.

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your Ellsworth sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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.

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.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

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