Pet Sitting in Iowa City
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your dog.
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1. Nelson G.
“Nelson is very dependable and reliable. His knowledge with animals is very appreciated. He pays attention to details and is always very helpful. He goes above and beyond and I highly recommend him.”
2. Daniel F.
“Daniel took my guy on a generous long walk, and even brought him a friend to walk his (Daniel’s dog). Polite, respectful and right on time. Will be using Daniel again!”
3. Rebekah D.
“This was the 3rd time we've used Rebekah as a pet-sitter and once again, we are very impressed with her professionalism and attentiveness to our two cats. Rebekah was totally understanding of our on-again, off-again trip plans for the last month. We look forward to booking her again for our future trips.”
4. Danny P.
“Danny was amazing with our 4 year old reactive Aussie. She listened to all of our instructions during our meeting and made sure that not only we were comfortable but our pup was too. We got tons of pictures and a message after each visit. She was flexible and worked with our last minute needs.”
5. Morganne M.
“Morganne took great care of my cat while I was out of town! She communicated well, gave great updates and clearly cared for the well being of my pet. It was great peace of mind!”
6. Gina F.
About: I will love your fur babies like my own. I grew up on a farm, have my own pets, and my daughter is a dog groomer. They will be in good hands. If they are staying with me, Mon-Fri, I am able to walk them every 4-5 hours during the day, and every two hours in the evenings. On weekends, I’m available all day and night. I have two small, friendly dogs who I walk on leash several times a day. My dogs (& two cats) LOVE all the pets we’ve had visit our home…well the cats just watch us disapprovingly, but the dogs love them anyway! 😂
7. Bethany W.
“Bethany was on time and sent pictures. Will use her again this summer when we take trips.”
8. Rachel E.
“I needed someone to come let my dog out regularly and I can already tell after just starting Rachel is reliable and cares! She came over beforehand and got to know my dog and the environment and listened to all instructions!”
9. Jessica B.
“Jessica can always be counted on to go above and beyond. From a special needs cat to a giant-breed dog, Jessica is able to ensure that animals are kept enriched, exercised, and on their routine. My pets are excited to see her walk through the door, and I feel safe leaving them with someone who is responsible and attentive to their needs.”
10. Jason W.
“Jason’s updates were thorough and great. I felt very comfortable with Jason caring for our elderly pups and am so relieved to have someone else to trust with their extra needs and medications.”
11. Renee G.
“Renee was able to accommodate a last-minute drop-in. The dogs seemed very comfortable with her and got lots of snuggles and attention. We are looking forward to having her watch them for an extended time in a couple of months.”
12. Mackenzie S.
“Mackenzie is such a caring and trustable girl that I will definitely book my next pet sitting with her! This was my first experience with Rover and now I am so happy that I chose this website! Mackenzie took excellent care of my cat! Sent me tones of photos after each visit with a detailed and perfectly described report! Yes! I recommend her! ?”
13. Alexander K.
About: I grew up with dogs and have always enjoyed taking care of them. I've taken care of old dogs, puppies, and dogs in their prime. I love taking dogs on walks, especially if I can run with them. Getting outside is great. I'm a busy guy, but any second I'm not working is a waste. I work overnights during weekdays and part-time jobs every day except Sunday. I hope pet care can fill the gaps in my schedule. I don't board now because of the rules of my landlord, but I will stay in other homes and get dogs outside whenever I can. I love taking dogs to the park and getting them exercise.
14. Jeanette R.
“Jeannette was a godsend!! The boys took to her right away! They were very well cared for! I will definitely have her back!! We had flight delays coming back and asked her to come back that Saturday morning and she did!”
15. Taryn V.
“Taryn was fabulous with our pups. She was available for a few drop ins last minute. She was very communicative and updated us on her visits.”
16. Lori P.
“Lori loves dogs of all shapes and sizes! She has been a reliable dog sitter when we had smaller pups and now when our pups are medium/large. Lori is patient with reactive/fearful dogs and lets them get to know her on their terms. She is kind and gentile with all animals. I can't recommend Lori enough”
17. Morgan K.
About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 8 years old. I have had a Blue-tick Coonhound my whole life. Not only do I love giant dogs and I also love small dogs. I would take them on walks, stick to their routines and love them unconditionally. I have recently lost my dog this past year and miss caring for an animal. I am currently a student at the University of Iowa and have plenty of time to care for animals. Wednesdays are my busy days. I would take them on daily walks, and stick to their schedule. I have a home where a dog is free to roam around wherever they please. They are allowed on all furniture and bed. I would stick to their schedule as best as I could and give them extra love and attention.
18. Caitlin H.
“We had never used Rover before so we were nervous about leaving our cat Moody with someone new, but Caitlin did a great job putting us at ease while we were away. Great communication, we loved receiving photos and videos of Moody at every visit. Also loved that she didn’t just drop by to feed him, but spent about 30-40 minutes hanging out with him each time. We will definitely reach out to Caitlin when we need a cat sitter in the future!”
19. Gianna R.
“Gianna is a very responsible and hard working person. She is the type of person who is always going above and beyond everyone's expectations in anything she does. I am always very impressed with with work ethic.”
20. Avery G.
“Avery is a very hard worker and committed to what she does. She is one of the most animal loving people I know and she commits to the animals she is around. I genuinely believe she loves animals more than people.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Iowa City on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $17 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 85 pet sitters in Iowa City. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of Iowa City pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Iowa City.
Rover makes it easy to find Iowa City 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
There are 85 pet sitters in Iowa City on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
