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Sitter Profile Image: Cliff C.
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Cliff C.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
132 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

Our dog loves Cliff and Milo. She is always so excited when we arrive at their home. That sure makes it easier to leave her, and we love the photos and videos Cliff sends us of her.

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Karen J.
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Lara & Cary J.
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78 reviews
25 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

Niko was very well cared for while staying with Lara and Cary. We received updates with pictures daily. They were very accommodating. We would definitely use them again:)

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Jessica T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
143 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

It was Cleo’s second time staying with Jessica, and again, we really could not ask for better - she is just the best, all the walks, playtime, pictures and top notch care you could ask for. Cleo has a ball when she’s with Jessica. We will be back in June!

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Kevin R.
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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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Samantha & Matt M.
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233 reviews
108 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Samantha is very helpful and kind. My dog Mork had a great night at her house. I got pictures of Mork and updates timely. Her dog, Buddy, is very friendly too.

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Robbie H.
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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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Lynsey S.
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$20
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4.9 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

Roxxie had a great time! Lynsey is communicative, flexible, and reliable. She has the cutest little girl who knows how to interact with dogs as well. I recommend booking with her for anyone who is considering!

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Sherilynn G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
58 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

This was our 2nd time using Sherilynn and everything was great! She was easy to schedule drop off and pick up and even sent pictures and updates while Nox was with her. Thanks again!

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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

Our 2 dogs had a great time during their 1-week stay with Alysha and her family! She was consistently quick to respond and sent pictures daily, which we really appreciated! Our dogs enjoyed the mini pool in her backyard and many treats. We have no complaints from their stay with her! Would re-book if needed in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rachael B.
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Rachael B.
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10 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Rachael was amazing. She responded back quickly and got a meet & greet done with. She listened to instructions and seems passionate about canine care! Definitely recommend and will continue to hire her!

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Traci S.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

Traci was awesome! She took great care of Cocoa and I will definitely use her again. You should too for your pet and I guarantee you won't be disappointed ?.

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Lucia R.
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$37
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5.0 out of 5 stars
258 reviews
103 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50322

As always you did so amazing with Kona! I can’t thank you enough for being flexible and sending the photos and video! She was def loved and care for while we were on vacation!

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Mary S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Mary was wonderful! She was very prompt with texting and send daily updates on my pets. She was also very transparent and provided ways to fix problems she saw.

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Julia C.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

About: I love animals and have been taking care of family and neighbor pets since I was young. I previously worked at a veterinary clinic and have experience taking care of dogs of all size and ages! We have an active 6 year old golden retriever, and a 9 year old cat who we love very much! I am a 1st grade teacher, and love to spend my summers taking care of pets. I am home all day in the summer, and can make sure dogs get plenty of attention and outdoors time! We have a fenced in yard and a friendly golden retriever who loves to meet other dogs. We like to take walks on the trails around our neighborhood, and play in the backyard.

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Karina A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
28 years of experience
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Loved having Karina watch Sunny while we were out of town. She was super communicative and sent lots of photos. I knew our pup was in great care and didn’t worry about her at all. Will definitely rebook! Thank you Karina! 🐾

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Ivana G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Ivana treated Max like he was her family. He was happy feeling part of the team with her dogs. He was pampered and loved. I will definitely use Ivana again.. so satisfied with her care for Max.🥰

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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

Lisa continues to be awesome with my dogs. She notices behavior and offers suggestions as well. Love getting all the updates and pics so I feel comfortable with her care. As far as location, being close to the airport is a huge bonus.

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Stacy A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310

Stacy is AMAZING! She made me feel super comfortable leaving my energetic dog with her. We constantly received pictures, videos, and updates on how our dog was doing. She has a huge yard for playtime, lots of dog beds to keep them comfy inside, and you can definitely tell that she truly has a love for doggies!! Thank you, Stacy!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alisha J.
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Alisha J.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Johnston, IA, 50131

About: I have experience with a wide variety of dogs, but especially with specials needs, senior, and small and large dogs. My old fur-baby, Jack, was special needs (born with scoliosis) and I did the majority of care for him. He lived to be 17 and a half. I work from home with a relatively flexible schedule. During the weekdays I am available for daycare, pop-ins, walks, and house-sitting. On the weekends I am available for boarding and overnights. I live in an apartment but am very active and can ensure plenty of outside time if desired. My complex also has a large fenced-in dog park area. I have one dog who is very friendly and can keep your dog company and play with. I am available to go to your place as well if prefered.

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Alice b.
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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

Alice did a great job with our dog. She communicated just the right amount and even cared for him over a major holiday. I think she even gave him a bath. Would definitely recommend!

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Johnston is $40

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Melissa did a wonderful job taking care of Toro. She was very attentive to his needs and paid special attention to him due to the July 4 holiday and his fear of fireworks. Highly recommend and we hope to work with her more in the future.

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Jenny M.
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They were so sweet! They provided lots of pictures and updates, and our dog had a great time. I also appreciated the responsiveness and last-minute booking. We would definitely use them again!

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Katy S.
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Thank you for taking good care of GiGi! I appreciated the daily updates with pictures and videos as well as your quick response to my messages! First time using Rover and it was a great experience!

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Mindy H.
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I felt very comfortable leaving my dog with Alex. I could tell my dog immediately felt comfortable in the great setup that Alex has with a big yard and dog friendly environment. She came home tired and happy. ( :

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Gina C.
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Erin & Chris were attentive, fast , and flexible. They even sent me photos and a check in during the stay. Highly recommend.

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Ezequiel R.
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Karina is a wonderful pet sitter, she sent us pictures and a video of our Coco while pet sitting here. Coco seemed to enjoy the time with her and even though Coco and her cat Sylvia didn't get along, everything went just fine, Karina manage to make it work. I would definitely book with her next time again!!

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Livier P.
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Leo has been part of Tiffany's family a few times now and every time she has been incredibly responsive, flexible, and very loving to our old man! Very thankful to have found her ❤️

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Nicole M.
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Jessami was great to communicate with and took wonderful care of my dog! I booked last minute and she was happy to accommodate. Would recommend.

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Ashley S.
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Kaylie was great. She took into consideration the cause for my pups stay and was very accessible. Her flexibility and understanding are awesome.

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Ezequiel R.
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Krystal is the BEST sitter! She and her husband take my pup for walks and play with him. She sends updates regularly. I am so glad I found her so I can leave town and know my pup is being well care for. Highly recommend!!!!

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Becky D.
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Nicole was great with our pup! She was very responsive and sent us photos and updates of how he was doing. Definitely will seek her services in the future!

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Mark W.
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Lydia was fantastic with communication. It was our first time using a rover, and she was super sweet and caring. Even though Duke, our new pup, was having some trouble adjusting, Lydia kept us in the loop and kept us informed.

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Mimi E.
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Lexi did an outstanding job with my dog and cat! They immediately warmed up to her and had the best stay. Lexi kept me updated with pictures and videos and gave me great peace of mind while out of town. She did a phenomenal job and my fur babies were so calm and content when they came back home. I could tell they had been treated like VIP! Will definitely reach out to Lexi again. She is so caring and awesome. So lucky we found her! 🙏

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Jill H.
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Joseph was very accomodating as this was a last minute reservation. My babies seemed to be at ease there, enjoyed the backyard, etc. Joseph sent pics to us as well so we could see how well they were acclimating to his home. Would highly recommend and will definitely reach out to Joseph the next time we are needing care for the pups when we are out of town.

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Angelina M.
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in Johnston on Rover is $44.4 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 421 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in Johnston. About 88% of Johnston 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.

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