Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA
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“Monica was great with our pets. Our kitty even deigned her worth some pets.. which is amazing. She kept us well in the loop and our dog is thinking of possibly adopting her. She will shower your furry friends with affection and attention.”
“Hanna is so attentive and great with Ole!”
“We booked Lisa last minute and she made it a point to come to our house to meet Murphy prior to the visits. Her visits went very well and she provided us with great info and photos. Murphy loved her! We’ll definitely book with Lisa in the future.”
“Jen was great, she took very good care of our babies. She sent lots of pictures which made us fell like we made a good choice having Jen watch our dogs.”
“Ash has been amazing, from beginning to end!! Great communication, and my pup must love her, because he is way better behaved for her than us, LOL!! Highly recommend!!”
“Andrea has been amazing, our dogs can be a lot and be very hyper. She plays fetch, gives them water and feeds them breakfast. She even takes the time to clean up if our dogs manage to escape out of the kennel and make a mess ( they counter surf). She Leaves a report card every time and sends lots of pics with just the hour she’s at our house. I would recommended Andrea 10/10!”
“My dogs and cat were in such good hands. Highly recommend him. Will use again and again. Was in another country and he was so patient with my payment issue. I didn’t have to worry even at 3700 miles away.”
“Morgan was absolutely phenomenal! We have some older cats who require medication and she was a pro! Will definitely be reaching out again the next time we leave town.”
“Absolutely wonderful. Never had to worry about what my girls were up to to or how they were doing. Rachael kept me well informed while I was out of town. Definitely, I will schedule again.”
“LIFE SAVER in puppy visits. Communicative, responsive.”
“Allison was a fantastic sitter for our cat Millie! She was very attentive and communicative throughout our trip with daily updates. I knew that Millie was in good hands and she sure showed it once we returned home. Will book again!”
About: Pets are the best things in the world! I’ve grown up with my own pets and nothing makes me happier. I have pet sat 30 pets in my time and I’d love to watch yours too! I’ve even fostered 3 dogs in my own home, all of which have been adopted. Adding a pet is just an extra step to everyday routine and I’d love to share all my love with them too! I work full time, but again pets are family! They are something you cater to everyday and make time for no matter what. Everyone has their own needs and so do pets, so I will be make sure they are well taken care off based off each individual need. I have a fenced yard, no other pets in the house (as of now). Depending on the dogs needs/ owners wants I can accommodate to what is needed!
“Tanya took great care of our two cats while we were away! She stopped in to give them some love each day and provided us with nice updates and photos. We will absolutely rebook with her in the future!”
“Appreciated Brad initiating a meet and greet prior to services. He was prompt, and had a genuine interest in providing the same care my dog was use to. Thanks Brad ~ Abby had a good ol time!!”
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.
“Traci was absolutely amazing! Very attentive to my fur babies, went the extra mile and always made sure they were comfortable and loved. Would highly recommend and will be using her services in the future. Best experience I've had by far!”
“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”
“Hannah was flexible, upbeat, and easy to work with. She had no troubles with our older (grumpier) dog. Thanks for taking such great care of our four legged family member!”
“Maddie is so attentive and engaging with our pets. Eddie was well exercised and happy when we got home.”
“Hannah dropped by before hiring her and the cats were instantly drawn to her and she was drawn to them. She did a fantastic job caring for and spending time with them and going above and beyond. I highly recommend Hannah. She did great!”
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Monica D.Star Sitter
“Monica was great with our pets. Our kitty even deigned her worth some pets.. which is amazing. She kept us well in the loop and our dog is thinking of possibly adopting her. She will shower your furry friends with affection and attention.”
Hanna G.
“Hanna is so attentive and great with Ole!”
Lisa W.Star Sitter
“We booked Lisa last minute and she made it a point to come to our house to meet Murphy prior to the visits. Her visits went very well and she provided us with great info and photos. Murphy loved her! We’ll definitely book with Lisa in the future.”
Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter
“Jen was great, she took very good care of our babies. She sent lots of pictures which made us fell like we made a good choice having Jen watch our dogs.”
Ash B.Star Sitter
“Ash has been amazing, from beginning to end!! Great communication, and my pup must love her, because he is way better behaved for her than us, LOL!! Highly recommend!!”
Andrea M.Star Sitter
“Andrea has been amazing, our dogs can be a lot and be very hyper. She plays fetch, gives them water and feeds them breakfast. She even takes the time to clean up if our dogs manage to escape out of the kennel and make a mess ( they counter surf). She Leaves a report card every time and sends lots of pics with just the hour she’s at our house. I would recommended Andrea 10/10!”
Cory G.Star Sitter
“My dogs and cat were in such good hands. Highly recommend him. Will use again and again. Was in another country and he was so patient with my payment issue. I didn’t have to worry even at 3700 miles away.”
Morgan H.Star Sitter
“Morgan was absolutely phenomenal! We have some older cats who require medication and she was a pro! Will definitely be reaching out again the next time we leave town.”
Rachael W.Star Sitter
“Absolutely wonderful. Never had to worry about what my girls were up to to or how they were doing. Rachael kept me well informed while I was out of town. Definitely, I will schedule again.”
Austyn E.
“LIFE SAVER in puppy visits. Communicative, responsive.”
Allison G.Star Sitter
“Allison was a fantastic sitter for our cat Millie! She was very attentive and communicative throughout our trip with daily updates. I knew that Millie was in good hands and she sure showed it once we returned home. Will book again!”
Karina A.
“Karina is one of the biggest animal lovers I have ever met. She goes above and beyond when caring for other peoples animals. She has watched my cats multiple times and there is genuinely no one else I would trust them with. Whether it’s giving them wet food, taking them on extra walks, or finding news toys and ways to keep your pets happy and entertained she is willing to do it.”
Tanya H.Star Sitter
“Tanya took great care of our two cats while we were away! She stopped in to give them some love each day and provided us with nice updates and photos. We will absolutely rebook with her in the future!”
Brad C.
“Appreciated Brad initiating a meet and greet prior to services. He was prompt, and had a genuine interest in providing the same care my dog was use to. Thanks Brad ~ Abby had a good ol time!!”
Jaden B.Star Sitter
“I have known Jaden for almost 20 years and from the beginning his passion for dogs has shown through. I remember the day when he showed up to school claiming his parents had gotten him a puppy named Zeus. His childhood passion for Zeus continued as they both grew up together. Every time I came to visit Zeus was there running in the yard or cuddling up next to you while watching a movie. Zeus living a long and loved life thanks to the care and love from Jaden.”
Traci S.
“Traci was absolutely amazing! Very attentive to my fur babies, went the extra mile and always made sure they were comfortable and loved. Would highly recommend and will be using her services in the future. Best experience I've had by far!”
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”
Hannah G.
“Hannah was flexible, upbeat, and easy to work with. She had no troubles with our older (grumpier) dog. Thanks for taking such great care of our four legged family member!”
Madelynn D.
“Maddie is so attentive and engaging with our pets. Eddie was well exercised and happy when we got home.”
Hannah M.
“Hannah dropped by before hiring her and the cats were instantly drawn to her and she was drawn to them. She did a fantastic job caring for and spending time with them and going above and beyond. I highly recommend Hannah. She did great!”
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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 Highland Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Highland Park 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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