Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA
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1. Cory W.
“Cory is an exceptional dog sitter! He took wonderful care of our energetic Aussie, keeping us informed every step of the way. He even handled a small accident in the house with professionalism and ease. Highly recommend!”
2. Christina U.
“Did a wonderful job filling in and picking up the slack after my first sitter decided to take 4 days off without a peep. Life saver. Thank you Christina.”
3. Molly B.
“Molly has been awesome! I really appreciate her flexibility when I needed her to arrive a little early at the last minute one day. We'll definitely be keeping Molly on our list of sitters!”
4. Andrea M.
“I haven’t used a service like this before and was kind of hesitant about it. Andrea did a fantastic job and took excellent care of my Yoda. I will definitely be using this service again. Thank you Andrea!”
5. Sandra D.
“Sandra wad very sweet and I felt very comfortable leaving my cats with her. She sent me pictures and updates every day which really helped to ease my anxiety of being away.”
6. Allison G.
“Allison is the best! We’ve had her help us out twice now and she does a great job and our dogs love her - couldn’t ask for better help with our big babies! Highly recommend.”
7. Kevin R.
“Kevin is trusting, independent and takes direction well. If you ask him to help you out he’s always loyal and generous. We found him to go above and beyond expectations. .”
8. Kassy D.
“I can't recommend Kassy highly enough! She did an exceptional job taking care of Bella. Kassy was incredibly detailed in her updates, providing thorough reports and sending plenty of pictures, which really put our minds at ease. Bella was clearly well taken care of, and we're so grateful for Kassy's attentive care”
9. Sarah W.
About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes since I was 5 years old. I was raised on a farm, and now have one of my own. I am a teacher, and I will keep my availability open as my schedule allows. I will always make sure my schedule is updated. I make sure that your pet is my priority when scheduling any other events. I have a 6 foot, wooden privacy fence around my 1/4 of an acre yard. Dolly loves the company, she is 4lbs of spicy chihuahua-ness.
10. Jenevieve Y.
“Jenevieve treated our dog like her own. We couldn’t be more grateful! We were able to relax on vacation knowing our fur baby was well taken care of. We definitely recommend Jenevieve!”
11. Jessica D.
“Jessica is amazing. I had flight troubles and had to add trips. she covered for me without any problems and played with my pup even in sub freezing temps. If I have to go on a trip without my pup again I will be calling Jessica right up”
12. Tanya H.
“Tanya was extremely attentive to our cats while we were gone and very attuned to their body language and (obviously) non-verbal communication. She was also great at communicating with us. Couldn’t recommend a better caretaker - would gladly hire her again!”
13. Anna R.
“Anna was absolutely amazing! She took great care of our cat Millie, and we knew she was in great hands while we were away. Very attentive and great communication. Will definitely be booking with her again!”
14. Emily A.
About: I have had pets of all shapes and sizes, all phases of life for my own entire life. I love getting to know the personalities of the pets in my life to make us both comfortable and confident in our environment! I am currently working part-time so I have a lot of availability to work out a schedule that works for you and your furry friend. I am happy to discuss special needs or extra details important for making your four legged family member feel safe and cared for while you are away.
15. Coleman R.
“Coleman has taken care of our dogs for over 8 years. He is very dependable and we can always count on him. He is always up for playing, walking, or snuggling our girls. One of our dogs has medical needs and he is comfortable giving the medicine and making sure it is timed correctly. Our girls love when Coleman walks in the door, he is one of their favorite people. I highly recommend Coleman for all of your pet needs!”
16. Morgan H.
“Morgan has been our regular dog walker for a few months now! she’s been extremely reliable and accommodating to occasional shifts in schedule! Anytime we notice something behavioral we might want her to observe with our puppy, she provides great feedback! I absolutely trust her with our dog and recommend her highly!”
17. Monica D.
“Monica was amazing! She loved on my sweet fur babe while I left town for the day! She left amazing detailed notes after each visit and sent so many pictures! I felt so comfortable with having her come and take care of my babe for the day!”
18. Kayla T.
“Kayla is very easy to work with. She is very patient and plays with our young puppy when she comes over. She sends a cute picture every time, and is helping us teach basic commands to our rescue dog. I would definitely recommend booking Kayla to watch your animals.”
19. Zaira C.
“Zaira is a carting, competent, and reliable animal care professional that would be a great choice to help care for your furry friends. With years of animal care experience and a menagerie of cats, reptiles, and amphibians at home Zaira is well equipped to tackle whatever needs your pets may have from medications to walks to company when the 'rents are away.”
20. Arielle & Karl A.
“Arielle and Karl did a great job with our puppy, Gus. Gus is shy and they took time to help him warm up while dropping in for afternoon walks. Thank you!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Magnolia Park on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 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 147 pet sitters in Magnolia Park. 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, 89% of Magnolia Park pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Magnolia Park have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Magnolia Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Magnolia 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
There are 147 pet sitters in Magnolia Park on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Magnolia Park, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.
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