Pet Sitting Forest City

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah M.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Forest City, IA, 50436

A+ Experience! Communication throughout my entire booking was great. I would feel confident having Hannah watch our kitties again in the future.

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Mariah B.
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Heather H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Thompson, IA, 50478

Heather and her daughter did an awesome job caring for our cats while we were on vacation for a week. Highly recommend their pet sitting services!

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10 years of experience
Ventura, IA, 50482

About: I grew up taking care of dogs on our family farm. I was responsible for feeding, watering, cleaning, and spending time with them each day. I also grew up with a cat in the home. I love animals and enjoy taking dogs on walks. Besides my school schedule, I am very free. I have my own car and I live on campus. I am available in morning and evening and in between classes. I can fulfill any need that you may have for caring for your animal in your home. I live in a dorm on campus, which is not animal friendly:)

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$21
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4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
26 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Clear Lake, IA, 50428

Kelsey is fantastic with my very high energy boys! Will be using her in the future ?

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Baylea M.
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4.8 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
5 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Walters, MN, 56097

Baylea has been so good with my cat, Nubi! It's been his first time with someone looking after him and she did great with him! She did so well following my instructions to feed him, giving him space and talking to him! She said he let her pet him which he doesn't allow many people to do. I was very happy to hear things went well. I will definitely be using her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison B.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
4 years of experience
mason city, IA, 50401

About: Hey, My name is Madison. I have had dogs since I can remember. I have had dogs as small as 15 pounds and our biggest dog at 100 pounds. I can work with your 3 mouth old puppy that needs let out every 3 hours to your 14 year old seiner dog that needs help getting outside to use the restroom. Dont have time during the day to taking your energy filled dogs on a walk? I can walk your dog 15 mins to an hour, I work around what your dog needs. if your dog decides to jump in the mud on our walk, I can also bath them so they are nice and clean when you get home. Your little pug needs medication during the day while your gone? no problem I can help. you have a family emergency and need to fly out of state out last min, I can house dogs at my house or I can come check on your cats, dogs, hamster, etc. I have had rabbits, a ton of hamsters, 1 reptile, a pig, cats, dogs and have done a lot of work around horses. I am a student and I am currently unemployed. My schedule is open, I can work weekdays, weekends, hollidays if needed. If you need help taking your dog out at 11pm, 1am, 7am I am available . As long as you let me know in advance I can work it out. I own my own car and can be there if you need. I have 2 very friendly dogs (Myron and Mazikeen) That love to make new friends. I also have a fenced if yard, My dogs also crate trained. I also have 2 cats, I have plenty of place so if your dog don't like cats I can keep them separate. My dogs also have their own bedroom so if our dogs don't get alone I have the means to keep them separated. my dogs are very energy fulled and would keep your dog company on our walks. After a day with my dogs your dog will sleep great. if you want me to do drop in visits my dogs will not accompany me and if you don't want your dog to have others on its walk that can also be arranged.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtny M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
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1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Albert Lea, MN, 56007

About: We have had the pleasure of owning a small business called "Pet-Inn" and boarded many dogs! Me and my mom took care of others dogs for quite some time and really enjoyed it. This experience helped me become passionate about entrepreneurship as well as working towards a compassionate connection with your pets! I currently have a part-time small business I'm running apart from being a "SAHM" so I will have plenty of time to get to know your beloved pet and get to know them so I can take care of them in the best way I know possible! I have some free time in my schedule, so finding a slot during the week to care for your pet works well for us. I have a now 6-year-old who adores small dogs, cats, and other animals! I am well aware of the responsibilities of pet care, but I want to emphasize that your pet's safety is my top priority.

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Forest City is $18

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A+ Experience! Communication throughout my entire booking was great. I would feel confident having Hannah watch our kitties again in the future.

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The average cost for Pet Sitting in Forest City on Rover is $12.84 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting 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 Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 47 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Forest City. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Forest City stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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 .

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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