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Jacob K.

Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Jacob can care for

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

Availability

I’m currently working part time which gives me the luxury of having lots of quality time with your pets! Once I have enough pets to watch, I would love to do this full-time. If you let me know in advance, I can make just about anything work!

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Not available
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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Jacob K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have always grown up with pets. Currently, I have a Blue-Tick Coonhound mix(Willie) and an Australian Cattle Dog(Clay). Clay is a highly active and reactive dog, while Willie has had health problems. I’m well versed in pet behavior and analyzing their reactions to ensure a healthy and happy pet!

Information Jacob K. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has special needs, medications, or any behavior issues I should know of. I don’t have a preference on the type of animal or visit you need from me!

A typical day

Play a bunch of games, walk around, teach them a new trick or relax with them if that’s what they like to do! I just enjoy my time with the animal

Location

Des Moines, IA

Jacob K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal enthusiast

Pet care experience

I’m new to the Des Moines area but I walked dogs and pet sat 8 families/pets for 5 years in Rockford, Illinois. I love animals. I am deeply concerned about safety and wellbeing of all animals which makes me an awesome candidate to watch your pets! Currently, I’m an editor and writer. I’m going to law school and I’m looking for the flexibility Rover provides.

Cat care experience

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Animal Enthusiasts

Jacob also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Ena B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 23, 2026
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Jacob was exceptional with my cats. He has such a calm, gentle presence. My very skittish boy warmed up to him on the first visit. He followed my care instructions perfectly and communicated clearly and consistently during each visit, which made it so easy to relax while I was away. Jacob is dependable, thoughtful, and clearly a genuine animal lover. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him again - we absolutely will.

Lisa M.
Mar 06, 2026

Jacob is a phenomenal dog sitter. Every time I go on a work trip I see if he’s available!! He’s attentive, calm, and wonderful with our dogs. We have high energy dogs and he’s always willing to go the extra mile (literally sometimes) to tire our girls out.

MaKenzy W.
Mar 06, 2026

From now on, I only trust Jacob with our Billy! He’s amazing with him, and Billy loves him so much! He is the best ever!

Liv M.
Mar 06, 2026

Jacob is lovely dog dad. He cares so much about animals and especially dogs!! The way he loves his own dogs you can tell he’d treat your furbabies as his own!

About Jacob K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have always grown up with pets. Currently, I have a Blue-Tick Coonhound mix(Willie) and an Australian Cattle Dog(Clay). Clay is a highly active and reactive dog, while Willie has had health problems. I’m well versed in pet behavior and analyzing their reactions to ensure a healthy and happy pet!

Information Jacob K. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has special needs, medications, or any behavior issues I should know of. I don’t have a preference on the type of animal or visit you need from me!

A typical day

Play a bunch of games, walk around, teach them a new trick or relax with them if that’s what they like to do! I just enjoy my time with the animal

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Jacob K.

Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews