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Christy & Erkam N.

Star Sitter

Southwestern Hills, Des moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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Services

Christy & Erkam can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Christy & Erkam can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

We are up early so will do a morning walk. The dogs are welcome to hang out on the couch or bed with us but happy to have them sleep in their kennel if they prefer. We are mostly home in the evenings.

About Christy & Erkam N.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live in a townhome with lots of (unfenced) yard space available, your pup will be on leash for every walk/bathroom trip. We do have a fenced porch we sit on often as well.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Christy & Erkam N. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know what pertinent information you have on your dog. Please let us know if the dog has been aggressive with other dogs as we do have other dogs who live close by so may see on walks. We do our best to avoid any dog we pass as we will not risk a new dog interaction but we cannot promise the other owner will do the same. We give absolutely no table scraps or human food so please bring plenty of their food from home and treats to help them feel comfortable.

A typical day

We live very close to greys lake and waterworks, lots of great walking space available! And of course, lots of snuggle time if they want it <3

Location

Des moines, IA

Christy & Erkam N.'s Neighborhood

Christy & Erkam N. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Loving dog sitters!

Pet care experience

Townhouse 5 minutes from DSM airport. We are an active couple who loves outside time and walks! We currently don’t have our own pets (many family pets pictured which we watch often) so trying to get our animal snuggles in with your pooch! Between both of us we are working from home three days a week (m/w/f), Tuesday and Thursday Christy comes home over the lunch hour and more (if needed). Can offer potty breaks every 2 hours on WFH days and every 4 hours on in the office days.

Reviews

Alyssa P.
Boarding • Jun 07, 2026
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Oakley had a great time with Christie & Erkham! He got plenty of exercise and snuggles. Loved their daily updates and pictures. Best sitters I’ve had on Rover yet! Thanks guys!

Michael K.
Boarding • Apr 18, 2026
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They are the best! Last minute we realized we didn’t have care for our doodle when we were going out of town and they jumped in to help (as always)!

Michael K.
Boarding • Jan 04, 2026
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Fantastic dog sitters! Super communicative, sent lots of pictures, and very sweet. Highly recommend!

Scott A.
Boarding • Dec 09, 2025
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Christy & Erkam were so great. Daily pictures and updates on how our pup was doing really gave us peace of mind and let us know she was having a great time. They took the time to understand her schedule and habits which really shows just how much they care. Wouldn't hesitate to have them watch our girl again!

About Christy & Erkam N.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live in a townhome with lots of (unfenced) yard space available, your pup will be on leash for every walk/bathroom trip. We do have a fenced porch we sit on often as well.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Christy & Erkam N. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know what pertinent information you have on your dog. Please let us know if the dog has been aggressive with other dogs as we do have other dogs who live close by so may see on walks. We do our best to avoid any dog we pass as we will not risk a new dog interaction but we cannot promise the other owner will do the same. We give absolutely no table scraps or human food so please bring plenty of their food from home and treats to help them feel comfortable.

A typical day

We live very close to greys lake and waterworks, lots of great walking space available! And of course, lots of snuggle time if they want it <3

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Christy & Erkam N.

Star Sitter

Southwestern Hills, Des moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews