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Monica P.

Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Services

Monica can care for

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

Availability

I work from 6-4, so I have plenty of time to play and take care of your pet in the evenings and all day on the weekends!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Monica P.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The needs of every individual pet varies, so I make sure I stick to a given schedule whether its potty time, feeding times or walks.

Information Monica P. would like to know about your pet

No breed preference. Like to know: walking and sleeping habits, feeding times, behavior towards other dogs/other animals and people during walks Need to know: diet restrictions and other restrictions

A typical day

I live in a great neighborhood for walks, two parks nearby, and a large green field for playing with your dog. Dogs tend to take on the personality of their owners, so regular activity during the day is necessary to keep them happy and healthy. Rope toys are a favorite of mine, they're good for tugging exercises and gives them a good workout! Squeaky toys are also great to energize a dog during playtime.

Location

Des Moines, IA

Monica P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Jogs with your dogs !

Pet care experience

My name is Monica and I'm available to take care of your pet! They will have my full attention and care when I'm available, whether it's for a short walk or for a weekend house visit! I am a patient and firm sitter, and very attentive to their needs. I will play with them/take them out until your pets are satisfied, whether it's potty breaks or lounge time. I love walking different dogs - big, small, medium, I love them all. I also have a 1 year old cat, as well as 6 years of experience in house-sitting cats and administering medications to them if needed. I'm excited to meet your furry companion and I can't wait to take care of them!

Cat care experience

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Cats R Us

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

Reviews

John W.
House Sitting • Jun 23, 2026
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Monica was great! She helped us to manage a weekend away when our dog struggled with some separation anxiety. Her patience was greatly appreciated.

Kathy B.
House Sitting • Jun 08, 2026
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Monica was great with our pets - very communicative and responsive. Would hire again.

Kailee B.
House Sitting • Mar 16, 2026
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Monica, was amazing and took very good care of my animals while I was out of town. She also send a lot of updates which was awesome!

Trent S.
House Sitting • Dec 11, 2025
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She was so awesome and very good with our babies kept in touch sent pics and videos each day , very respectful and kind really cared about the animals and there care and even volunteered to stay little extra time when she knew we were flying home and there was cokd and snow back here incase we were delayed 100 percent will have her watch again

About Monica P.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The needs of every individual pet varies, so I make sure I stick to a given schedule whether its potty time, feeding times or walks.

Information Monica P. would like to know about your pet

No breed preference. Like to know: walking and sleeping habits, feeding times, behavior towards other dogs/other animals and people during walks Need to know: diet restrictions and other restrictions

A typical day

I live in a great neighborhood for walks, two parks nearby, and a large green field for playing with your dog. Dogs tend to take on the personality of their owners, so regular activity during the day is necessary to keep them happy and healthy. Rope toys are a favorite of mine, they're good for tugging exercises and gives them a good workout! Squeaky toys are also great to energize a dog during playtime.

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Monica P.

Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews