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Kelli M.

Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Services

Kelli can care for

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

Availability

I work fully remote, so I can easily bring my work with me and spend most of my time with your pets. My daily schedule is pretty flexible, so I'm able to adjust as needed.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Kelli M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

As long as I know the important people, places, and things in and around your home, I can navigate taking care of your pets in their own space providing a routine that its similar to what they're used to while you're away!

Information Kelli M. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences, I love all dogs! But it would help me to know what, if any, medical needs your dog has, and if your dog has any issues getting along with other people or other dogs.

A typical day

I love to get outside as much as possible whenever it's nice out! I'm happy to sit outside and read my book while your dogs run around or relax in the backyard, or take them on walks and runs with me. If they have a regular dog park they like to visit, just let me know and I can make that happen!

Location

Des Moines, IA

Kelli M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal lover and nutritionist!

Pet care experience

I have degrees in Animal Science and Animal Nutrition, as well as several years of experience caring for animals of all kinds in home, medical, and educational settings. I worked for a few years as a veterinary assistant during college so I am comfortable working with animals with medical needs. I previously worked for Hill's Pet Nutrition caring for 100-200 dogs in their canine facility every day, making sure they live their best life! I helped care for our 2 family dogs growing up, I currently have my own cat named Winifred, and I also have experience as a volunteer pet sitter while I was in college. There is no dog too big or too small, I love them all! And I would love to help you care for your furry family member.

Reviews

Gail N.
House Sitting • oct. 13, 2025
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Kelli is a fun provider for our dog Milly! We will be asking her to sit again and again!!

Michelle K.
House Sitting • sept. 02, 2025
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Kelli was fantastic!! It was a tough decision to make to leave our dog and house with a stranger for so long but was the best decision!! We came home to a very happy dog who had clearly enjoyed his time with her!! Would recommend Kelli!!

House Sitting • avr. 02, 2025

Kelli M. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Diane A.
House Sitting • août 09, 2022
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Kelli was responsible and reliable. She was friendly and I think Maddie and MoMo enjoyed her attention. I would ask her to dogsit for us again.

About Kelli M.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

As long as I know the important people, places, and things in and around your home, I can navigate taking care of your pets in their own space providing a routine that its similar to what they're used to while you're away!

Information Kelli M. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences, I love all dogs! But it would help me to know what, if any, medical needs your dog has, and if your dog has any issues getting along with other people or other dogs.

A typical day

I love to get outside as much as possible whenever it's nice out! I'm happy to sit outside and read my book while your dogs run around or relax in the backyard, or take them on walks and runs with me. If they have a regular dog park they like to visit, just let me know and I can make that happen!

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Kelli M.

Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews