House Sitting in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA

“I appreciated Nadine sending me updates and pics of my dogs. One of my dogs is very skittish and scared, I know that couldn’t have been easy. But I know he was still well taken care of! I would book her again!”

Dawn B.

“Allison was amazing! She stayed at our house with our two big dogs over the weekend while we were getting married. We had a lot going on, but she provided updates to ease our minds to know our boys were being cared for. When we got home, our house was cleaner than we left it. She is so great, and we would recommend her to anyone!”

Emily M.

“He was an amazing sitter. Was very attentive to what my dogs needed and took great care of them. Will definitely continue to book future visits with him!”

Sevanah T.

“Kelli was wonderful!! We had her stay with our dog for a few nights when we were on vacation. Kelli came over prior to her stay to meet us and make sure we had all our questions asked. It was clear our dog really liked Kelli and she was always great with communication. We’ll be sure to book her again!!”

Carson F.

“Ashlee was great, she sent updates and multiple pictures while we were gone. She left the house clean and let us know when she was heading out.”

Scott Y.

“Thank you for taking such great care of our furry family members while we were away. And thank you again for extending the stay last minute. We really appreciate your care and professionalism.”

Shahar M.

“Thank you Dawn for caring for Kirby so well. You have a gentle intuitive way to calm our senior dog, and we knew he was well cared for and loved.”

Patti D.

“Kendra stayed with our two dogs for a weekend, and is so wonderful! I am typically a worry wart, but she made everything so easy and took great care of our boys! We will definitely book her again ??☺️”

Kennidea H.

“Nancy stayed at our house for two nights and was great with our two cats! One needs liquid medicine administered twice a day and she handled it with no problem. Nancy was very communicative, and sent pics & videos for us to see how well our kitties were doing while we were away. We will feel perfectly comfortable using Nancy again!”

Deb F.

“Jessica is amazing! She communicates with us regularly while on the job and keeps us at ease that our dog is in excellent hands. And our dog loves her!”

Suzanne L.

“Highly recommend!! Andrea has stayed are our house two times for long weekends and watched our 14 year old Pitbull who can't go to dog parks or really be around other dogs. She gave him his medication which is about 8 pills and tried different things to get him to eat. She stayed in constant contact with me and left our house spotless. We already scheduled her for another weekend in August.”

Aimee V.

About: I live and work downtown (full-time remote). I can host your pet overnight in my home; stay overnight in your home if needed. Pop-in visits to provide breaks, walks, feeding. I can also provide day care services if needed. I do not have a crate but bringing your own crate is optional but not required. House broken/trained is preferred. I prefer to host 1 dog at a time. 2 dogs from the same household would be possible but prefer not to mix dogs from multiple households. ***House-sitting notice - I do have a 9mos old 11lb Havanese that would accompany me for overnight house-sitting assignments*** I work remote full-time Mon to Fri 8-5. Can do pop-in visits, walks and feeding as needed or on a set schedule that works best for your pet's current routine Condo here and unfortunately do not have a yard but there are lots of green spaces near my condo at 10th and Mulberry. Space is over 1200 sq ft so plenty of room for your pet. I do have a small (Havanese) 8mos old puppy that loves attention but is very smart and picks up on queues from other dogs. Shy and timid upon introduction and will play only if the other dog engages. Loves people and attention.

About: Loving, Experienced Pet Sitter with 15+ Years of Trusted Care — In Your Home! Hi there! I’m Meg, the Cozy Companion Pet Sitter, and I’ve been caring for pets for over 15 years—what started as helping out friends and family quickly turned into something I truly love. Now, I’m excited to expand my services here on Rover! I work from home full-time, which means I can offer a high level of care and attention throughout the day. Whether your dog(s) or cat(s) needs a companion while you’re away or a consistent routine to feel secure, I’m here to help. I’m available for in-home sitting so your pets can stay in the comfort of their own environment. I welcome pets of all breeds, ages, and medical backgrounds—including seniors and those requiring medication or special care. From energetic pups to laid-back seniors, I’ll tailor my care to match your pet’s personality and needs. Here’s what you can expect when your pet is in my care: • Lots of love, playtime, and snuggles • A structured daily routine with potty breaks, feeding, and exercise • Regular photo and text updates to keep you in the loop • Patience and understanding for nervous or special-needs pets • Last-minute and holiday availability when you need a backup plan I’m also happy to discuss additional requests like transportation to vet or grooming appointments or extended stays for vacations or work travel. My goal is always to make sure your pets feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away—and to give you peace of mind knowing they’re in good hands. Let’s chat to see if I’m the right fit for you and your fur family. I’d love to meet you and your pets! I work from home full-time, which gives me the flexibility to provide consistent care and attention throughout the day. This allows me to accommodate a variety of schedules and give pets the comfort and companionship they need while you’re away. For the comfort and safety of your pets, I offer pet sitting exclusively within your home. I’m happy to care for pets in any type of home—fenced or not, apartment or house—as long as I have clear instructions on your pet’s routine and environment. Whether it’s leash protocols, feeding schedules, or special quirks, I’ll follow your guidelines closely to ensure your pet feels secure and cared for while you’re away.

“We would highly recommend Jess to anyone who needs a pet sitter. She was easy to communicate with. She sent us daily updates and pictures like we requested. She was respectful of our home and kept it nice and tidy. We didn't have any worries leaving town with her watching our house and dog. We met her prior to hiring her which put our minds at ease. She bonded with our dog and I would say my dog misses having her here. We will definitely hire her again the next time we leave town.”

Todd V.

About: I grew up with animals my whole life. My mom is an animal therapist so we always had at least 2 dogs and 2 cats at all times. 2 years ago me and my girlfriend decided to get a dog and since she works remote in Minneapolis we decided she would stay with my girlfriend most of the time. I just moved here a few weeks ago and I’m looking to replace some of the love I’m missing from my dog by taking care of someone else’s animals! I work 9-5 but I’m able to go back home during a lunch break for a potty and quick walk. Other than that I’m a very active person and would be willing to walk a dog miles and miles if that’s what it likes! I have an Australian cattle dog so she needs minimum 4 miles of walks a day! I live in an apartment, so don’t have the luxury of a fenced in yard but like I said I have no problem getting the exercise needs of an animal in!

“Madi was fantastic! I will definitely be trusting them to watch our animals and our house again in the future. They went above and beyond in taking care of our animals and home. Thank you Madi!!”

Allison P.

About: I’ve taken care of our family dogs since I could walk, including several Boston terriers, a sweet black lab, and a very lazy Bassett hound. I am experienced in senior care and medication administration as well. I now live with my two cats, Olive and Saltine. They are my literal children and I love them to death. I’m working full-time, but I’m available weekday mornings and evenings as well as full-time on weekends. Let me know what you need and I can try to make it happen! I strive to treat your pets home as if they’re my own. Every pet has their own unique needs. I’m attentive to detail and will follow your instructions to the letter.

“Travis was exceptionally quick to respond and very attentive to my three dogs. Two of my dogs can be hyper and he never once seemed put off by their behaviors. I got photo updates from him without having to ask and he was on time to get to my house before we left out of state. If we needed a sitter again, we’d definitely book with Travis.”

Kyly N.

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.

“Alissa did a great job taking care of both my fur babies. Thanks again”

Kim D.