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Jess P.

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
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Services

Jess can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Jess can care for

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

Availability

I am on clinical rotations for school right now so my schedule varies month to month. Overall, it is flexible. Please feel free to send me a message about availability & I am more than happy to discuss options.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Jess P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Since I have a dog of my own, I typically offer to house sit for clients. That way your dog can remain comfortable in their own home and keep their same routine. I am also available to do check-ins & walks throughout the day as needed and as my schedule allows. I will provide any dog with the same love & care that I give to my own fur baby.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Jess P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how your dog is with other dogs, any types of behaviors seen while walking them, & their daily routine! I am committed to maintaining a safe environment for any dog while their owners are away, so any information that might be helpful for me is welcomed.

A typical day

I love to take walks/hikes around the Des Moines area! I am also able to stay and play with your dog in their own yard/house. I want to keep them as comfortable as possible while also providing them with enrichment and exercise while in my care.

Location

Des Moines, IA

Jess P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Experienced dog lover

Pet care experience

I have grown up with dogs my entire life, so I have experience caring for all sorts of different ages, behaviors, and temperaments. I also have fostered dogs through various rescues and shelters over the past 3 years & have learned so much about dog training, decompression periods, and socialization. I am committed to providing a safe & healthy environment for any dog in my care!

Reviews

Kelley E.
House Sitting • Feb 27, 2026
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Jess is always amazing! Takes great care of my dogs and has great communication. Highly recommend!!!

Matt S.
House Sitting • Aug 18, 2025
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Jess was a fantastic house sitter for our two frenchies. She was very reliable and communicative, and we felt like our dogs were in great hands while in her care!

Cam T.
Dog Walking • Aug 10, 2025
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Jess did a great job with our golden retreiver, he was so happy to see her!

Kelley E.
House Sitting • Apr 24, 2025
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Jess was AMAZING! She had great communication and the girls absolutely loved her. So dependable and sweet. I’ll definitely be booking her in the future.

About Jess P.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Since I have a dog of my own, I typically offer to house sit for clients. That way your dog can remain comfortable in their own home and keep their same routine. I am also available to do check-ins & walks throughout the day as needed and as my schedule allows. I will provide any dog with the same love & care that I give to my own fur baby.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Jess P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know how your dog is with other dogs, any types of behaviors seen while walking them, & their daily routine! I am committed to maintaining a safe environment for any dog while their owners are away, so any information that might be helpful for me is welcomed.

A typical day

I love to take walks/hikes around the Des Moines area! I am also able to stay and play with your dog in their own yard/house. I want to keep them as comfortable as possible while also providing them with enrichment and exercise while in my care.

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Jess P.

Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews