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Meagan N.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 100 reviews
31 repeat clients
25 years of experience
ankeny, IA, 50023

“Meagan is amazing! Our dog always has a blast with her. Meagan is easy to communicate with and clearly cares very much for our dog. We will definitely ask her to help again.”

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Jill Marie G.
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Lara & Cary J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 82 reviews
25 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Niko was very well cared for while staying with Lara and Cary. We received updates with pictures daily. They were very accommodating. We would definitely use them again:)”

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Jackie K.
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Jessica V.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 148 reviews
40 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

“It’s like she’s known my pets for years. I always feel comfortable sending my two doggos to her and don’t have to worry about anything. She gives me daily updates and funny stories about them and she’s always so kind and considerate both to me and my pets.”

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Stacey P.
Sitter Profile Image: Melanie R.
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Melanie R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
15 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Des moines, IA, 50265

“Melanie was amazing with our dog Jack. She was available in a short period of time and so communicative. Her daughters were also great with him. He seemed so happy and loved his stay! Would stay again!”

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Kara W.
Sitter Profile Image: Kelly V.
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Kelly V.
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$35
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4.7 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Johnston, IA, 50131

“Kelly was fantastic! She provided frequent updates and photos, responded quickly to messages, and gave me complete peace of mind while I was away. Knowing my dog was receiving such great care allowed me to fully enjoy my vacation without worrying. I will absolutely book with her again. I highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and communicative pet sitter.”

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Becky D.
Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia B.
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Cynthia B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Cynthia took great care of Brooks for a weekend stay. Her home and big backyard were perfect for him, and she kept us updated with photos and quick responses, which made us feel really comfortable. He clearly felt right at home — he almost didn’t want to leave! Friendly, flexible, and easy to work with. We’ll definitely be booking with her again.”

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Samantha H.
Sitter Profile Image: Jacquelyn D.
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Jacquelyn D.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Polk City, IA, 50226

“We absolutely loved having our Weimaraner, Hollis stay with Jacquelyn and her family! We felt so comfortable leaving her and Hollis enjoyed her time with them as well! There was never a doubt that she was safe and in excellent hands with them. We will definitely be rebooking with Jacquelyn every time we need to leave our Hollis.”

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Meagan C.
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Alice b.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 154 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Alice was an amazing sitter!! She sent me daily updates and my pup loved to play with hers. She was in constant communication and always answered. Thank you for watching my sweet boy!”

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Joelle W.
Sitter Profile Image: Holly T.
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Holly T.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 64 reviews
22 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Norwalk, IA, 50211

“Holly and family were amazing. They boarded our two dogs for 12 days without any issues. Holly sent updates and photos every day and our dogs loved staying with her. We hope to do business with Holly every time we need a sitter!”

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Christian F.
Sitter Profile Image: Roxy T.
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Roxy T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Sheldahl, IA, 50243

“Roxy and her family took such good care of our dog Coco! They were easy to communicate with, and they kept us updated on his adventures. They have plenty of space in their fenced in yard. Coco really enjoyed his time with Roxy and her family!”

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Tiffany G.
Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth W.
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Elizabeth W.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 123 reviews
37 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“She was so great with my girls and quickly got them acquainted with her crew. Will continue using services with Elizabeth again whenever I need someone to watch my girls!!”

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Nellie A.
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Alok K.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 238 reviews
60 repeat clients
20 years of experience
WAUKEE, IA, 50263

“Alok was very professional and friendly. My puppy Charlie is usually a bit shy around strangers, but he warned up to Alok very quickly. In fact, he wanted to be with Alok at all times, following him every where we went. We also received updates, photos and videos while we were gone, which we really appreciated. Will definitely use him again in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin R.
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Kevin R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

“Kevin was incredibly responsive in scheduling a somewhat last-minute booking, shared photos of Monte throughout his stay and provided consistent updates, and treated Monte like his own. Will absolutrly be using Kevin again and would highly recommend him.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley D.
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Ashley D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
22 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

“Ashley and her family took such great care of my Ruby. I appreciated the updates and photos so much while I was missing my fur baby. Her kiddos definitely gave her lots of love and belly rubs. She got her medicine twice a day as instructed. Would definitely use Ashley again to watch my Ruby.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan H.
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Morgan H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 108 reviews
24 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Morgan is great with Luke and she is flexible and accommodating, always there to help us out. We really appreciate her; we know Luke is in good hands.”

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Mary G.
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Alicia N.
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$45
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
6 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Beaverdale, Beaverdale, IA, 50310

“Alicia and Dan were wonderful with Gizmo and sent along awesome daily updates and photos which really set me at ease. It seems like they integrated him into their family with their little cutie as well and made Gizmo feel really comfortable and happy. I’d absolutely use their services again! A+”

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Sitter Profile Image: Tanya & Jonathan P.
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Tanya & Jonathan P.
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$50
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 250 reviews
73 repeat clients
17 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Our dog had a cut on his paw and eye from a bad grooming experience. While we were away for the weekend Tanya took him to the vet and took care of all of his meds (and cuddles) while he was healing!”

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Laura R.
Sitter Profile Image: Scott S.
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Scott S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 676 reviews
318 repeat clients
20 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Freya had the best week with Scott and Jess! If you’ve got a pup that loves to play, look no further for the best boarding experience. From the meet and greet, it was clear that Scott and Jess have dog boarding down to a science. They have a great space for it, and dogs are clearly their passion. After that, drop off was a breeze, even for us teary eyed owners. We received picture updates every day, and we could see the joy and care in each one. Freya experienced a doggie birthday party, time in the pool, and running with the pack around the yard. Since picking her up, she’s been out like a light! We couldn’t recommend Scott and Jess more—they took the anxious/guilty feeling of leaving our pup behind for vacation and turned it into “Freya’s on vacation, too!””

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Sitter Profile Image: Shaelea R.
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Shaelea R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
14 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Shaelea is great to work with. She has watched my dog twice now. She is very friendly and a great communicator. She accepted my fairly last-minute request, which was so helpful. I highly recommend her to others.”

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Aimee M.
Sitter Profile Image: Traci S.
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Traci S.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Traci was awesome! She took great care of Cocoa and I will definitely use her again. You should too for your pet and I guarantee you won't be disappointed ?.”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Granger is $40

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Granger is $37 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $30 and $41 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 388 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Granger. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

96% of sitters in Granger can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this 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 Granger home-away-from-home, 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 Granger.

<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 Granger 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 , 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 .

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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