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Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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1. Alice b.

Star Sitter
Pet lover and adventure lover
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315
1.1 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
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$35
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
125 reviews
35 repeat clients
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Thankyou so much , Alice took wonderful care of our dog Chesney. It was a extended stay of 10 days. She kept us updated with text and pictures.She is a loving and caring sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin R.
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2. Kevin R.

Star Sitter
Downtown dog owners look no further
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309
1.7 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$32
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
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Kevin was amazing at working with me when I change her drop off time twice due to flight changes. He sent me pictures and videos and let me know Cookie was warming up to him (as I was worried about that, as she is wary of people she doesn't know). He was also accommodating in letting someone else pick up cookie for me as I wouldn't be able to. Cookie seemed to be her normal self when I returned home and hopefully she was good for Kevin during her stay. I would book with Kevin again as he was very chill and laid back about Cookie.

Availability updated 16 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Cory W.
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3. Cory W.

Star Sitter
Animal loving go-getter. 🐾
Des Moines, IA, 50315
2.5 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$30
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
41 reviews
15 repeat clients
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Cory and his family of pets really did well taking care of my puppy and when she got home she was tired and happy for twenty four hours straight. She seemed happy both at drop off and pick up times; a blessing for us indeed!

Availability updated 6 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
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4. Lisa S.

Star Sitter
Stay at home dog mom by airport.
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
2.1 mi. away
Boarding
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$35
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
52 reviews
14 repeat clients
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Lisa did a great job with our dog who suffers from separation anxiety. She gave him all the snuggles he wanted and kept updating us regularly. We will be sure to use Lisa again!

Availability updated 3 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Jenevieve Y.
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5. Jenevieve Y.

Star Sitter
Dogs are children too!!
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317
4.6 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$40
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
154 reviews
59 repeat clients
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Jen is amazing! Watched my girl last minute for a week. Jen is very communicative, sent a bunch of pictures and kept me updated on how my girl was doing! Definitely recommend Jen! ?

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Sitter Profile Image: Maricela V.
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6. Maricela V.

I like caring for cats and dogs
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315
0.9 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$35
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
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Maricela was awesome with easing in Sami into her home, giving her space to get used to the new environment. She sent pictures daily and was always incredibly responsive in both the inquiry and once booked. She accommodated our requests and was incredibly friendly. Definitely recommend Maricela if you are looking for someone that will treat your pet as their own!

Availability updated 4 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie W.
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7. Mackenzie W.

Star Sitter
Caring, compassionate, reliable
Union Park, Des Moines, IA, 50313
4.1 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$40
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
56 reviews
11 repeat clients
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Super nice, great communication! Received pictures&/or videos every day. Coco really seemed to enjoy herself and came back happy and freshly bathed! Thank you!

Availability updated 3 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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8. Sarah W.

Mom of a spicy burrito!
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
1.9 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$30
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
36 reviews
8 repeat clients
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Sarah was wonderful and able to help us last minute which was much appreciated! Bruce had a great time and was well taken care of, and Sarah send pics throughout his stay which was awesome too! Definitely will book again!

Availability updated 5 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Jaden B.
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9. Jaden B.

Star Sitter
A stay at home, pet lovin guy
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50313
4.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
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$33
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
64 reviews
16 repeat clients
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Jaden was extremely patient with Frank, who is only 1 and 1/2 years old and can be a little naughty. He communicated and sent updates regularly. Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Christy & Erkam N.
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10. Christy & Erkam N.

Loving dog sitters!
Southwestern Hills, Des moines, IA, 50321
2.0 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
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$45
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
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Christy and Erkham were so great! Dilly had a great time and were so thankful we found a trusted caregiver for us! Thank you Christy & Erkham!

Availability updated 16 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Madison P.
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11. Madison P.

Star Sitter
Dogs deserve the best!
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327
5.5 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
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$31
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
39 reviews
13 repeat clients
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Madison is the best!! She took such good care of my dog and always takes tons of pictures and videos. So thankful for her and her dogs to keep my own pup company for the weekend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
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12. Evan H.

Rover 101
Star Sitter
Dog Trainer with a Fenced in Yard!
Norwalk, IA, 50211
5.8 mi. away
Boarding
from
$40
per night
5 out of 4.9 stars
169 reviews
71 repeat clients
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My dogs Karma and Remy had an excellent stay with Evan and his wife. My dogs are very active and were so tired from constant play at Evan's that they slept the entire next day and didn't want to go for their evening walk. I felt from the moment I met Evan that he would take good care of my dogs. Evan responded quickly to my text messages and kept me up to date with pics of my dogs. I highly recommend and will have Evan watch Remy and Karma again and actually think he needs to charge more for his services. My trip was much more enjoyable knowing that the girls were with a caring couple that love all animals and we're not kept in cages all day like at a regular kennel.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather H.
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13. Heather H.

Star Sitter
Your Fur Baby Friend!
Arbor Peaks, Des Moines, IA, 50312
2.4 mi. away
Boarding
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$80
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
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From the intro meet and greet to leaving our dog for the weekend- Heather was amazing. Having a senior dog is tough to find the right mix of calm and energy but she did great- spoiling him rotten and reading his needs. We appreciated the photo updates and the welcoming space and personality she brought!

Availability updated 2 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica V.
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14. Jessica V.

Star Sitter
We treat your pets like family!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
8.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$33
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
81 reviews
18 repeat clients
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Jessica was wonderful with our 2 dogs as we moved back to the state! She was flexible, provided us with photos and videos while also treating our pets as her own.

Availability updated 4 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Justin Z.
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15. Justin Z.

Big yard, Big dog, big play time
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311
5.4 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
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$33
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
48 reviews
16 repeat clients
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Duncan had so much fun during his stay at Justin's, judging by the looks of the pictures that were sent and the fact he slept all day after he came home. Communication was great and was very responsive. Will book again!

Availability updated 9 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra H.
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16. Alexandra H.

Star Sitter
UnLEASHing quality care 💞🦮
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
5.3 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$48
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
154 reviews
24 repeat clients
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This was my first time leaving my senior rescue pups with a Rover sitter. Alexandra was patient with my dogs and the time it took them to settle in, get comfortable and bark less. Appreciated her prompt responses and communication. Her setup was great for my dogs and she has a giant fenced in backyard!

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Sitter Profile Image: Maggie G.
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Sitter Profile Image: Maggie G.
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17. Maggie G.

Work-From-Home Animal Lover
Des Moines, IA, 50317
4.4 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
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$38
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
16 reviews
6 repeat clients
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After reading several stellar reviews, I decided to contact Maggie to schedule time for her to kitty-sit my cat, Pebbles. I wasn't quite sure of the time frame to reserve because I didn't know when exactly I would be returning home. Maggie assured me it would be no problem if I needed an extra day. I did, in fact, request an additional day because when I returned home, I was too tired to drive across town to pick up my cat. Maggie said it was fine which I really appreciated! Before I brought Pebbles to Maggie's, I informed her that I wasn't sure how well she would interact with other animals because there are no other pets in my home. Maggie said not to worry and that she has space to separate pets if needed. As anticipated, the next day, Maggie texted to inform me that Pebbles was a bit stressed and did not appreciate the other animals. She kept Pebbles away from the other pets to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Maggie was very good about texting updates and pictures of Pebbles throughout my trip. This was definately peace of mind for me. I have never used a pet sitter before. While on trips, I have either taken my pets to the vet, family, or friends have come to my house to care for them. I was very pleased with Maggie taking care of Pebbles and will definately use her again in the future! I highly recommend Maggie to take care of your pet(s)!

Availability updated yesterday
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Sitter Profile Image: Cory G.
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18. Cory G.

Star Sitter
I'll run with your dog! I love dogs
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
4.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
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$35
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
114 reviews
41 repeat clients
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Cory took such great care of Bruce! He sent pictures and responded to messages quickly, and Bruce came home happy and exhausted. We are so appreciative of the great care Bruce received with Cory and will definitely come back!!

Availability updated 6 days ago
Sitter Profile Image: Lucia R.
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19. Lucia R.

Rover 101
Star Sitter
Dr. Lulittle at Your Service!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50322
5.6 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
from
$35
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
198 reviews
73 repeat clients
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I am so glad I found Lucia to watch my puppy, Daisy! She sent regular updates throughout her stay. Daisy was well-loved and well-taken care of. Lucia was willing to meet with us ahead of time to make sure it was a good match. This is the first time I have left Daisy with someone other than family or a friend, and I was a little nervous. But, I can tell she was so well taken care of. There were a few other dogs there at the same time as Lucia (a couple are hers and the other was another Rover pup), which was heaven for my dog. She returned home better-behaved and even sweeter than when I left her. We will definitely use Lucia again and would recommend her to anyone.

Availability updated yesterday
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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth W.
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20. Elizabeth W.

Rover 101
Star Sitter
I like humans but I love dogs!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310
6.0 mi. away
Boarding
from
$39
per night
5 out of 5.0 stars
107 reviews
34 repeat clients
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My pups had an absolute blast with Elizabeth! They came home happy and tired! She was great with providing updates with photos and videos while I was out of town which was so amazing!

Availability updated 2 days ago
Confirmed availability for Memorial Day Weekend

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