Dog Boarding in McKinley School, Des Moines, IA

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Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Alice b.
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1. Alice b.

Pet lover and adventure lover
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315
1.9 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
83 reviews
28 repeat clients
from
$32
per night

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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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa S.
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2. Lisa S.

Stay at home dog mom by airport.
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
2.8 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
11 repeat clients
from
$35
per night

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.

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Maricela V.
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3. Maricela V.

I like caring for cats and dogs
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315
0.4 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$35
per night

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!

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Jenevieve Y.
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4. Jenevieve Y.

Dogs are children too!!
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317
3.9 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
26 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

She was wonderful and I already rebooked with her. I got updates and I know that my dogs were happy. Her kids also helped and loved them. It was like they were just visiting in another family. They weren’t just in crates for days. They were with the family.

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Steven S.
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5. Steven S.

Cat Person Who Loves Dogs
Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316
1.6 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$30
per night

Steven was very accommodating for our last minute weekend trip, and was very attentive & patient with our 2 large dogs. We highly recommend having Steven watch your fur buddies!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Justin Z.
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6. Justin Z.

Big yard, Big dog, big play time
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311
5.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
9 repeat clients
from
$38
per night

Justin was great to work with! He asked great questions at drop off to get to know our dog and care for him well. Would recommend him and use him again in the future! He was also transparent about other dogs he was boarding the same time ours was there.

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla R.
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7. Kayla R.

Pets are SPOILED over here!
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50309
0.2 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
12 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

I am so grateful to God to have Kayla watched my pets. She took good care of them and loved them like they were her own. She was patient with me and followed every one of my directions clearly and confidently. She made my time away from my fur babies less stressful. The pets love and miss her already. She's definitely my sitter for life. 💖💖💖

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Sitter Profile Image: Casandra L.
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8. Casandra L.

Rover 101
No bark is too loud!
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310
4.0 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
33 repeat clients
from
$35
per night

Serius absolutely loved his first time going to a doggy babysitter. He was a stressed out neurotic mess for 2 weeks before we found Cassandra. He came home so much calmer, and happy. This will become a regular part of his routine now, so he can get out of the house, and socialize a little more.

Sitter Profile Image: Rebekah H.
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9. Rebekah H.

Please let me love your animals!
Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA, 50315
1.4 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
6 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Rebekah took such great care of our dog when we were in town for a wedding. Sent a lot of pictures and made Sky feel right at home. Thanks!!!

Sitter Profile Image: Shaelea R.
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10. Shaelea R.

A home away from home or in home ca
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
2.3 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
from
$30
per night

Happy doggos! Loved that house was clean and organized and kids played with the dogs. They got plenty of snuggles and great fenced in back yard. Thank you!

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

Work from home dog sitters!
Southwestern Hills, Des moines, IA, 50321
2.3 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
5 repeat clients
from
$45
per night

Another great visit with Christy and Ekram. I’ve never left my baby with someone else this long but they sent pictures and updates every day and made a huge effort to make sure she started eating again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Cory W.
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12. Cory W.

Animal loving go getter. 🐾
Des Moines, IA, 50315
3.3 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$30
per night

Ren had a great time playing with all the dogs! She will definitely be back.

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Sitter Profile Image: Erin & Chris R.
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13. Erin & Chris R.

Going away? Let your pet play!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
7.2 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
30 repeat clients
from
$32
per night

They have watched my dog multiple times now! I won’t go to anyone else but Erin and Chris to watch my fur baby! They take care of him like he is their own dog. My dog loves to be at their house! I get daily picture updates and it always looks like he is having the time of his life. He truly gets treated like a king at their house❤️. If you are deciding who to book with, book with Erin and Chris. I promise you won’t be disappointed🤗

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Sitter Profile Image: Heather H.
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14. Heather H.

Your Fur Baby Friend!
Arbor Peaks, Des Moines, IA, 50312
2.3 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
from
$70
per night

Heather and her family took such good care of our pup over the Christmas holiday! We received regular updates and our dog was in good hands. Thank you again, Heather!

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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15. Sarah W.

Mom of 2 pups!
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315
2.6 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
5 repeat clients
from
$30
per night

Thank you for watching our dog, Lady, for New Years! I know she enjoyed all the extra attention and playing at your house. I would love to have your big backyard! We will definitely bring her back if we are in the area again.

Confirmed availability: Memorial Day Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Scott S.
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16. Scott S.

Pet Lovers Helping You Travel
West Des Moines, IA, 50265
8.6 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
445 reviews
193 repeat clients
from
$45
per night

Our semi-anxious pup had a great experience with Scott and was taken well care of. We received plenty of updates and photos during our vacation. Will definitely send our pup to Scott again!

Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
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17. Evan H.

Rover 101
Dog Trainer with a Fenced in Yard!
Norwalk, IA, 50211
6.5 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
152 reviews
67 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

Evan and his family did a great job taking care of Teddy. I had complete confidence that Teddy was being well cared for. I would absolutely recommend Evan to other dog owners looking for a caring home while they are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Ashley & Oziel H.
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18. Ashley & Oziel H.

All around animal lover and cuddler
Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50312
3.9 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
24 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

Ashley & Oziel did great with our pup, Dakota! He was exhausted when we picked him up, which is the best case scenario! They checked all the boxes and we can't wait to have them watch Dakota in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley G.
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19. Ashley G.

Fenced yard & pampered pups!
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50322
5.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$35
per night

I could tell my dog was so happy during her stay and she returned to us so tired from playing all day. Ashley is great at communicating, treated my dog as her own, and her dogs are so friendly!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenny H.
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20. Jenny H.

Rover 101
veterinary technician
Drake, Des moines, IA, 50311
3.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
23 repeat clients
from
$40
per night

Jenny has been fantastic! She has done mostly drop in visits for me but this past weekend she boarded Korra at her home. Korra has a blast and Jenny is the best with her!

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