Dog Boarding in Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA

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Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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Pet lover and adventure lover
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

Ally was really great with my dog Miller. She was very open with her communication and sent a lot of updates and pictures over the weekend. I would definitely… (more)

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$30

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
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Stay at home dog mom by airport.
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

Lisa took care of our baby when we're out of town. She sent me regular updates which felt really nice. We were able to visit her place before booking to ensure … (more)

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$45

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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Mom of 3 pups!
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes since I was 5 years old. I was raised on a farm, and now have 3 of my own. I am a teacher and currently on summer break.… (more)

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$30

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Katelyn K.
Sitter Profile Image: Katelyn K.
Previously Boarding Management
Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Katelyn was amazing! I needed a sitter very short notice and she was more than willing to accommodate and board Diesel for the weekend. She sent me daily update… (more)

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$40

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Sitter Profile Image: Casandra L.
Sitter Profile Image: Casandra L.
No bark is too loud!
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care

Absolutely the best sitter I could have found. Spoiled my dog to the point he expects more from home now :). He has separation anxiety and she accommodated hi… (more)

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$30

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny H.
Sitter Profile Image: Jenny H.
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veterinary technician
Drake, Des moines, IA, 50311
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Jenny was so great to work with and Stella had a GREAT time playing with Jenny’s 2 dogs and cat. We will for sure be calling Jenny next time we are out of town. (more)

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$40

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Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Maricela V.
Sitter Profile Image: Maricela V.
I like caring for cats and dogs
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Maricela was amazing!!!! Tito our little 6 month old Shih Tzu Maltese mix had a blast. Many walks and lots of outdoor time. Tons of pictures and videos of his t… (more)

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$35

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah M.
Sitter Profile Image: Hannah M.
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Dog lover who walks 🦮
Arbor Peaks, Des Moines, IA, 50312
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Hannah is amazing with our black lab, Abu! Abu can be a handful and definitely gets over excited, but Hannah always handles her so well! She is so considerate… (more)

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$40

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
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Dog Trainer with a Fenced in Yard!
Norwalk, IA, 50211
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

My little dog Bo stayed with Evan while I was out of town for a couple weeks. Bo was so happy when I picked him up - I was relieved to know that he had a good … (more)

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$43

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Sitter Profile Image: Molly K.
Sitter Profile Image: Molly K.
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Dog mom, foster mom, dog sitter 🐾
Urbandale, IA, 50322
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

Molly was so great with my timid pup! She sent me multiple updates and pictures each day, took her on walks, and even let her snuggle in bed with her. I couldn’… (more)

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$46

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Raquel A.
Sitter Profile Image: Raquel A.
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I love all doggies!!
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50266
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Raquel is amazing and responsible! She is kind and works hard for your pet to feel comfortable when you can't be the one caring for them. (more)

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$30

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Oziel H.
Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Oziel H.
All around animal lover and cuddler
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50312
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care

My two pups had a great time! I got updates with photos each day and were well taken care of! Will definitely go back for any future vacation or trip. Thank you… (more)

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$40

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Loren P.
Sitter Profile Image: Loren P.
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I’ll love your dogs like my own ❤️
West Des Moines, IA, 50265
Boarding

Loren and her pups were so excited to welcome our Bella into their home. I highly recommend her services and will be calling her next time we are in town! (more)

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$50

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Crystal E.
Sitter Profile Image: Crystal E.
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Home full-time privacy fenced yard
Union Park, Des moines, IA, 50316
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

Our dogs had a wonderful time at Crystal's house. She was accomadating to our small chihuahua puppy and sent pictures of the pups getting exercise with her kidd… (more)

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$38

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: McKenzie G.
Sitter Profile Image: McKenzie G.
Large fenced yard, loving home ❤️🏡
Westwood, Des Moines, IA, 50312
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

McKenzie was great with my dog. It was his first time overnight with a Rover and he did well. He dogs were friendly and played well, she was quick to respond to… (more)

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$65

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Sitter Profile Image: Katie P.
Sitter Profile Image: Katie P.
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Stay at Home Pet Care
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
Boarding

Katie and her family are amazing with our Nova. Their daughter always plays and keeps her busy and Katie is great about getting exercise in with lots of walks! … (more)

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$35

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha D.
Sitter Profile Image: Samantha D.
Experienced dog care - FT at home -
Wdm, IA, 50266
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Our first time leaving Olive went very well! Loved the video and picture updates as well as Samantha's flexibility as we booked very last minute. Thank you! (more)

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$55

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Erin & Chris R.
Sitter Profile Image: Erin & Chris R.
Going away? Let your pet play!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
Boarding, Doggy Day Care

Another amazing stay! My dog has such a blast at their place, and I love getting lots of photos and updates while I’m away. Can’t say thank you enough!! (more)

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$32

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Sitter Profile Image: Ryan B.
Sitter Profile Image: Ryan B.
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All dogs go to Heaven
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50316
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

She is a pet owner herself. She has a proven ability to be dependable, reliable, and adept at communication. She is a motivated and organized individual who wil… (more)

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$45

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Cage free, happy husky home!
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

This was our first time leaving Perry at someone's else's house and I was somewhat nervous. Amethyst sent pictures and updates regularly. Our dog has anxiety a… (more)

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$40

per night

Pet parents in Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA love dog sitters on Rover.com. 540 owners have reviewed sitters in the Des Moines metro area, giving them an average rating of 4.9/5. 95% of reviewed stays have received a perfect 5-star rating, and 92% of pet parents live within a short drive of a dog sitter on Rover. That means Rover is the perfect place to go when you're search for loving, safe care for your best friend. Wondering how much you can expect to pay for a night on Rover.com? Check out our average dog boarding rates to get an idea before you start a conversation with a sitter.

As dog lovers, we understand how difficult it can be to leave your dog when you have to head out of town. Luckily, you can find the perfect Greater South Side dog sitter in seconds on Rover.com. If you're looking for dog boarding while you're away, whether it's for one night or a whole month, you can find a dog sitter in Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA who meets your and your dog's needs. We manually review and approve every profile on our site, and we offer tools to help you make the right decision for your dog, including background checks and community reviews. We also offer educational opportunities and extra safety tools, such as the Protection Package. And we always recommend an in-person Meet & Greet so you can see that your sitter is the perfect fit for your dog. Rover is proud to be the nation's largest network of dog lovers for hire, and that includes offering pet boarding in Greater South Side.

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Sit a Dog, Save a Life lets you raise money for local dogs-in-need by doing something you do already: asking your neighbors to watch your dog instead of leaving them in a kennel. Many Rover sitters in Greater South Side, Des Moines donate a percentage of their earnings to nonprofits through Sit a Dog, Save a Life. When you book with a sitter who has the Rover Donation Badge on their profile, you're helping dogs in need, right here in Des Moines.

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