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Sitter Profile Image: Osvaldo M.
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Osvaldo M.
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$42
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4.9 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
32 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310

my mary J had an amazing time with the Osvaldo family ! she got to meet news friends and was in such a good mood when she got home . they made sure her food and water bowl stayed full and that she was happy and comfortable!

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Rena H.
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Cory G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
146 reviews
51 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Cory was very responsive and had great communication before and during Moose’s stay! When we picked up Moose after his stay he was happy and tired. He even got to meet new friends! Cory was easy going and handled my high energy dog well!

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Lisa S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
20 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

My Lola had a blast staying with Lisa! She sent many pictures and updates during her stay and was very responsive. Plenty of toys and comfy places for a pup to enjoy in the household and a safe fenced in yard. Would definitely recommend!

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Casandra L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
102 reviews
41 repeat clients
56 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Casandra was such a pleasure to work with. She was in contact everyday and sent photos and videos for us to see how well he was doing. My high energy puppy has such a great time with his stay. Highly recommend her services.

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Jenevieve Y.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
276 reviews
81 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317

Jenevieve is the best! Very accommodating with all the special need my dog requires. Also very good communication. My dog loves hanging out with her and never wants to come home afterwards!

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Clare H.
Sitter Profile Image: Alok K.
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Alok K.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
234 reviews
60 repeat clients
20 years of experience
WAUKEE, IA, 50263

Alok was really good with Karma. He kept in contact with me about everything concerning my precious baby girl. I definitely wouldn't think twice about having Karma stay with Alok again.

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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
26 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

Patty was great to work with and always prompt with responses. I appreciate the updates and pictures. I let her know I have a nervous dog and she was open to a meet and greet and asked what would help my dog to be comfortable while he was with her. Will use her again. Thanks Patty!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Tam & Alexander L.
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Tam & Alexander L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Tam and her partner were exactly who you'd want to leave your fur baby with, and in my case, totally saved the day with a last minute booking. They were friendly, extremely responsive and from the pictures, my picky chihuahua had a great time. Would def book again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Robbie H.
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Robbie H.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
11 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317

Robbie and her family were amazing with Tripper! They took excellent care of him while we were away and he was so comfortable with them. We are looking forward to more playdates and sleepovers with Buttercup in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kayla G.
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Kayla G.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
15 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

Kayla was absolutely amazing! Our boy seemed very happy and comfortable with her, which brought us a great amount of ease. She sent daily pictures and updates which was lovely. We will definitely be using her again!!

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Alexandra H.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
331 reviews
75 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

We continue to ask Alexandra to care for our pup every time we go out of town. This time, our dog hurt his leg just before we left and she right away reassured us she could manage whatever he needed. She is always responsive and takes great care of Auggie. We are grateful for the peace of mind!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alysha O.
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Alysha O.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
12 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Polk city, IA, 50226

Alysha was an incredible sitter. Her dogs and Sage played well together and she sent photos and messages daily. She was easy to communicate with and switched drop off times when my schedule changed. Her home was clean and her kids were kind and understanding when Sage stole a Mac n cheese off the counter in true Sage fashion. Will definitely use again.

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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
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Kevin watched our pug for six nights while we were in Hawaii and kept us updated with photos and fun stories. He made us feel super comfortable, leaving our furry family member. Kevin‘s dog Ricky is a big bonus. He’s a fun little guy and Sushi loved having a friend for the week. Can’t wait to book with Kevin again in the future highly recommend.!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth W.
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Elizabeth W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
118 reviews
37 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310

My Buddy had a great time with Elizabeth. He made good friends with her dogs, loved her backyard, and enjoyed his walks. This is my first extended time leaving him so I really appreciated all the pictures and video updates.

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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
47 reviews
13 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

This is the first time I’ve used Rover and I chose the best dog sitter ever…Katrina went above and beyond taking care of my Turbo. This was an extended stay and she communicated with daily photos videos and updates. I highly recommend her for your dog sitter! Will book with her again.

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Emmy D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

Emmy was great. Bella was well taken care of.

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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
660 reviews
312 repeat clients
20 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Scott was so great with Cooper and was very flexible and easy to work with. Great communication and sent lots of pictures and updates of our boy. He had a great weekend playing with all the doggy friends!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia N.
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Alicia N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Beaverdale, Beaverdale, IA, 50310

Georgie had the best time staying at Alicia’s house! I really enjoyed the daily photos and seeing Georgie smiling and playing. I felt very comfortable knowing our pup was in good hands with Alicia and her family. Thank you so much for taking such great care of her!! Would highly recommend Alicia.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amy & Casey S.
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Amy & Casey S.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
31 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Polk City, IA, 50226

Family was very flexible with schedule and took Mira with just a couple days notice. They sent a lot of photos and videos and took great care of her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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Alice b.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
151 reviews
54 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

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 recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter in the area. And will definitely let her watch my dog again in the future

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Kimberlee was awesome! 👍🏻 She treated Rocky a family pet. We loved the pictures she sent. We would definitely use her again

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Karla J.
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Ashley and her family did a great job caring for our Ziggy over a recent long weekend. She provided several pictures of Ziggy while we were on vacation to let us know he was getting along just fine. I would definitely book again with Ashley in the future.

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Brian E.
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Bella had an amazing time with Jessica! I loved all the photos and I could see Bella smiling in every one! Will definitely be requesting Jessica again!

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Hannah K.
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Kelly was wonderful!!! She took her time to meet with us before we booked and took excellent care of Ozzy ❤️ Definitely recommend!

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Val K.
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Alivia was great. The communication while we were gone, the photo updates, and such was so nice and helpful! My pup looked so happy when we got home but didn’t seem like she wanted to leave! I would 100% book with her again!

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Whitney O.
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Katie is the best! Super friendly and genuinely cares about my girl. I received regular updates as usual. Daisy has stayed with Katie multiple times and I feel so secure leaving her there. I know she is loved and well taken care of!

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Kimberly R.
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Jen and family were so great with our two dogs! They responded very quickly to any messages, sent pictures and videos throughout the stay and made us feel so comfortable leaving our dogs with them.

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Rebecca M.
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I booked with Jack and Anna last minute after my sitter canceled. They are very accommodating and I know Duo enjoyed her stay with them. Thank you!!

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John G.
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Robin & John were excellent sitters for my elderly dog Mousey. They requested a meet and greet beforehand with Mousey before dog sitting and was very professional, nice, patient, and kind to Mousey. While dog sitting Robin and John kept me updated on how she was doing, gave her all medications as directed and sent me plenty of pictures with Mousey enjoying herself. Robin & John gave Mousey alot of attention, they petted her, held her, spoiled her, and treated her like family. Mousey was happy and playful when I picked her up, so I knew she enjoyed her stay. I would definitely recommend Robin & John to watch your pet, you won't regret it. Thank you Robin and John for taking such great care of Mousey!

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Mousey J.
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Sitters in Grimes average 12
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Grimes on Rover is $43.29 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

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

There are 419 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Grimes. About 88% of Grimes sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

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.

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.

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.

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. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.

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

Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.

If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.

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