Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Garton West, Des Moines, IA
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“Monica is amazing. Second time we've used her. She's amazing with the dogs, and takes so many pictures. We would 100% recommend her to watch your dogs.”
“Amazing as always, great attention to detail, and very commutative!”
“The best dog sitter I have ever had. She offered to do more than what was needed by leaps and bounds! And her care for the dogs were nothing less than amazing. I would recommend her above ever other sitter on rover! Book now!!!”
“Lisa, was great with my three cats. I have a almost 15 yr old male cat that has been very skittish all his life. Most pet sitters have never even gotten him out to eat his can food but Lisa not only got him out to eat but also got his medicine on his ears that he has to have twice a day every day for hypothyroidism. Knowing that he was taken care while my husband and I were out of town attending our daughters wedding was a hugh blessing. Thanks again Lisa.”
“I haven’t used a service like this before and was kind of hesitant about it. Andrea did a fantastic job and took excellent care of my Yoda. I will definitely be using this service again. Thank you Andrea!”
“We continue to go back to Vivian again and again because she is reliable, consistent, and provides updates and photos that make us feel safe and happy knowing our kitties are in good hands. We highly recommend Vivian!”
“Morgan was great! I appreciated the pictures and communication while I was away. She gave me peace of mind and took wonderful care of my animals! I’ll definitely rebook with her in the future.”
“Ash did a great job with our pets while we were gone. She sent updates and pictures from each drop in. She showed up on time each day and all the animals seemed to love her!”
“LIFE SAVER in puppy visits. Communicative, responsive.”
“We just returned from a 2 week trip, and Cory provided care for our 5 cats. He did a fabulous job! 3 of the cats were elusive, but the other 2 warmed up to him. He saw to all of their needs, and also fed the birds and squirrels for us. He did all we asked of him, and I was confident that they were in good hands. I highly recommend Cory, and will reach out to him for future needs. Thank you, Cory for the great job.”
“Did a wonderful job filling in and picking up the slack after my first sitter decided to take 4 days off without a peep. Life saver. Thank you Christina.”
“Allison is the best! We’ve had her help us out twice now and she does a great job and our dogs love her - couldn’t ask for better help with our big babies! Highly recommend.”
“Absolutely fantastic. Daniel goes above and beyond to make sure that your pets are well loved. On top of that he even got my mail and moved my trash for me without even asking. He's on thr top of my list whenever I need service again.”
“Brad was able to help me out on short notice ~ I super appreciate it! Thanks much for taking care of Abby , I know she loves your long walks🐕”
About: I'm excited to be there for your pet in whatever way you need. I have been pet and house sitting for years and will watch your animals with care 💕 I work downtown from 8:30 to 5 but I have flexibility when I take my lunch break. On Fridays, I have the option to work remote. I can beat assist with pet care before or after work and on weekends. I am able to do walks and check inside around the lunch hour. I can't offer to host pets at my home, but I'm happy to follow whatever guidelines clients set. I want to make sure your pets are comfortable and well cared for.
About: I had to put down my best friend of 13.5 years. A German Shorthair named Zeus.I cherished every day with that dog. I wasn’t going to dive into getting another dog, so rover was my best option :) I fully trained him, never needed a kennel, never bit a soul. I will give your pet(s) the same love and affection I gave my Zeuser. On top of that, I love to train dogs and can instill some obedience in them as well(if necessary). Big, small, I love em all :) My business partner and I manage a company together, so I work my own hours. I’m the definition of a flexible sitter, leaving the house once a (week)day for the gym. Other than that, myself or my girlfriend are at the house showing your pet the love they deserve I have a fully fenced in yard, so your pet will get plenty of play time and exercise! It’s just my girl n me here after losing my best friend, so it’s unlikely your pet will ever need to be kenneled unless they’re extremely wild, or destroying my furniture, or I’m watching other dogs as well and they aren’t getting along.
“Mackenzie is super reliable and I trust them to give my dog the care she needs and be in my home while I’m at work! I love getting the videos and pictures that they send me”
About: I have been taking care of animals my whole life and have always had pets, ranging from hedgehogs to donkeys! I am very passionate about animal care and ensuring all animals are pampered and well-loved. My family and I recently lost our two oldest pups, 16-year-old queen diva ZuZu Bailey and 10 year old loveable doofus Bandit. They were huge parts of our life and we miss them terribly, but through the loss we gained Stevie Nicks and Princess Buttercup. They love to play with others! They are accompanied by 2 cats who are treated like royalty and have their own enclosed catio with tunnels. I have experience with puppies and senior dogs, as well as giving medications or tending to special needs. Your pet(s) will be in a safe environment and receive the same love and attention as ours! I teach part-time, so I am often home during weekdays and always during summers. When I do work, I am only a short distance and can easily come home during the day to check on the furry friends. Our fenced, spacious yard is perfect for galavanting and play. Our youngest pup is still learning not to chew the remote and is kenneled only if she will be alone for an extended amount of time. Otherwise, dogs are free to roam in our house!
About: I have been watching the pets of neighbors, friends, and family for as long as I can remember. Whether it is dropping by for a visit while an owner is at work, or spending the week with dogs while their parents are on vacation, I’m ready! I am a student in flight school currently working towards getting my flight instructor certificate, with a lot of free time to watch your pets! I treat your home like my own! Very cleanly with a focus on detail and caring for pets to the owners request. As a pet owner myself, I understand accidents can happen and am always ready to clean up.
About: I am an experienced pet sitter with both personal and professional experience with animals of all species, temperaments, age, and health status. I have multiple years of experience in both emergency and general practice clinics and am thus confident in my ability to handle pets, distribute medication as needed, and recognize and respond to emergencies. Any animal in my care will be treated as my baby! ❤️ As a veterinary student, my schedule offers flexibility due to lunch breaks and large gaps between classes. I would love to share my daily study-break walks with your furry friend or spend the weekend with a study buddy while you’re away. I am unable to have a dog of my own right now and would be absolutely THRILLED to spend time with yours! My priority is always the animal’s safety and comfort. Whether that means showering your pet with lots of love or respecting their personal space, my goal is to provide your pet with a positive experience in my care.
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Monica D.Star Sitter
“Monica is amazing. Second time we've used her. She's amazing with the dogs, and takes so many pictures. We would 100% recommend her to watch your dogs.”
Hanna G.
“Amazing as always, great attention to detail, and very commutative!”
Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter
“The best dog sitter I have ever had. She offered to do more than what was needed by leaps and bounds! And her care for the dogs were nothing less than amazing. I would recommend her above ever other sitter on rover! Book now!!!”
Lisa W.Star Sitter
“Lisa, was great with my three cats. I have a almost 15 yr old male cat that has been very skittish all his life. Most pet sitters have never even gotten him out to eat his can food but Lisa not only got him out to eat but also got his medicine on his ears that he has to have twice a day every day for hypothyroidism. Knowing that he was taken care while my husband and I were out of town attending our daughters wedding was a hugh blessing. Thanks again Lisa.”
Andrea M.Star Sitter
“I haven’t used a service like this before and was kind of hesitant about it. Andrea did a fantastic job and took excellent care of my Yoda. I will definitely be using this service again. Thank you Andrea!”
Vivian D.Star Sitter
“We continue to go back to Vivian again and again because she is reliable, consistent, and provides updates and photos that make us feel safe and happy knowing our kitties are in good hands. We highly recommend Vivian!”
Morgan H.Star Sitter
“Morgan was great! I appreciated the pictures and communication while I was away. She gave me peace of mind and took wonderful care of my animals! I’ll definitely rebook with her in the future.”
Ash B.Star Sitter
“Ash did a great job with our pets while we were gone. She sent updates and pictures from each drop in. She showed up on time each day and all the animals seemed to love her!”
Austyn E.
“LIFE SAVER in puppy visits. Communicative, responsive.”
Cory G.Star Sitter
“We just returned from a 2 week trip, and Cory provided care for our 5 cats. He did a fabulous job! 3 of the cats were elusive, but the other 2 warmed up to him. He saw to all of their needs, and also fed the birds and squirrels for us. He did all we asked of him, and I was confident that they were in good hands. I highly recommend Cory, and will reach out to him for future needs. Thank you, Cory for the great job.”
Christina U.Star Sitter
“Did a wonderful job filling in and picking up the slack after my first sitter decided to take 4 days off without a peep. Life saver. Thank you Christina.”
Allison G.Star Sitter
“Allison is the best! We’ve had her help us out twice now and she does a great job and our dogs love her - couldn’t ask for better help with our big babies! Highly recommend.”
Daniel F.Star Sitter
“Absolutely fantastic. Daniel goes above and beyond to make sure that your pets are well loved. On top of that he even got my mail and moved my trash for me without even asking. He's on thr top of my list whenever I need service again.”
Brad C.
“Brad was able to help me out on short notice ~ I super appreciate it! Thanks much for taking care of Abby , I know she loves your long walks🐕”
Megan E.
“Megan brings energy and love to everything, especially in her care for animals. From play to treat rewards, she makes sure to go above and beyond to make sure your animals are cared for.”
Jaden B.Star Sitter
“I have never met someone who cares so much about animals, especially dogs! Unfortunately his dog passed away about 2 weeks ago now and this is most definitely the right gig for Jaden. Someone who has been close to this man and his dog I have never seen anything like it…. Trust me your beloved pet with be in great hands. A man who cares truly so much that I can personally guarantee he will act like it is very own best friend.”
Mackenzie W.Star Sitter
“Mackenzie is super reliable and I trust them to give my dog the care she needs and be in my home while I’m at work! I love getting the videos and pictures that they send me”
Robbie H.Star Sitter
“Robbie has watched my grouchy old lady cat for me multiple times and goes above and beyond each time. She brought lunch over to sit with her while she checked on food and water levels to give her some cuddles and social time. She takes care of all animals as if they were her own and is the best of the best! Fully recommend - 5 stars !! 🙃”
Coleman R.
“Coleman has taken care of our dogs for over 8 years. He is very dependable and we can always count on him. He is always up for playing, walking, or snuggling our girls. One of our dogs has medical needs and he is comfortable giving the medicine and making sure it is timed correctly. Our girls love when Coleman walks in the door, he is one of their favorite people. I highly recommend Coleman for all of your pet needs!”
Natalie K.
“Natalie is an exceptional pet caregiver. She is reliable, attentive, and truly loves animals. Every time she cares for my pets, they are happy, well-fed, and excited to see her. I highly recommend Natalie to anyone looking for a responsible and loving pet sitter. She goes above and beyond to ensure pets are comfortable and cared for with the utmost attention. She even goes as far as sending videos and updates and spends hours playing with the animals.”
Garton West pet parents share their Rover experiences
We absolutely love Rachel! She kept us up to date on our fur babies, sending cute photos and kind notes with each rover card. Our dog and cat were well loved while we were out of town.
I’ve used Stephanie a few times now for drop in visits for my cat and she does an awesome job! Very reliable and trustworthy. Always on time and follows instructions
Megan did a fantastic job taking car of my Golden, really appreciate all of the attention given to him.
Grace was awesome yet again! She took great care of our fur babies, and they remembered and loved her from last time. She is wonderful!
Willow loved her visit from Quentin! I received multiple photos and updates during the visit and everything went great. My pup is currently injured and Quentin followed her care instructions and she seemed happy and relaxed when we got home. I will definitely book again!
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Garton West.
Rover makes it easy to find Garton West pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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