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Raelyn W.

Drake, Des moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Services

Raelyn can care for

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

Availability

I have a full time job and I work part time in the weekends! I always have some extra time that I would love to be spending with animals

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Raelyn W.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

At home, I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. I recently just adopted a cat! In my clients home if I am doing a drop in, I will make sure the dog gets let out at least 2 times before I leave, feed them if I am instructed to, and give them love. For house sitting, I have had a schedule where I can leave the house for my job, not for past a certain amount of hours, I make sure the dog is getting outside and getting fed. For walks, I have typically done 30 minute walks, making sure the dog goes potty, and is getting their exercise in for the walk!

Information Raelyn W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if there is anything more about your dog that I need to know. I would love to know if there are any medications, any behaviors, and anything extra that I have to do to help with!

A typical day

I love playing with the dogs, whether that is in or outside! I love just taking walks around the neighborhoods and exploring with them! I do not know many areas around for dog walks, but I do enjoy walking around the Drake campus, and maybe you dog would too!

Location

Des moines, IA

Raelyn W.'s Neighborhood

Professional Pet Sitter

Pet care experience

Hi, I am Raelyn! I work for my sister’s business, HoneyK9 Training in Minnesota, and recently graduated college at Drake University! I have taken care of many animals through drop ins, house sitting, and walks. I have been relied on to feed, exercise, and love on the animals I am watching!

Reviews

House Sitting • Apr 21, 2026

Raelyn W. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Karly T.
House Sitting • Apr 04, 2026
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Raelyn is amazing as always! She goes above and beyond for our boy! Definitely recommend!

Karly T.
House Sitting • Feb 15, 2026
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Raelyn has been phenomenal! We truly cannot say enough great things about our experience! She went completely above and beyond for Tiger and gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. From consistent updates and thoughtful photos, she treated Tiger like he was her own. She handled him with patience, attentiveness, and genuine care. It’s clear she truly loves the dogs she watches, and that makes all the difference. We are so grateful to have found her and will absolutely be booking again!

Madeline M.
House Sitting • Jul 07, 2025
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Raelyn did a great job watching my two needy boys!

About Raelyn W.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

At home, I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. I recently just adopted a cat! In my clients home if I am doing a drop in, I will make sure the dog gets let out at least 2 times before I leave, feed them if I am instructed to, and give them love. For house sitting, I have had a schedule where I can leave the house for my job, not for past a certain amount of hours, I make sure the dog is getting outside and getting fed. For walks, I have typically done 30 minute walks, making sure the dog goes potty, and is getting their exercise in for the walk!

Information Raelyn W. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if there is anything more about your dog that I need to know. I would love to know if there are any medications, any behaviors, and anything extra that I have to do to help with!

A typical day

I love playing with the dogs, whether that is in or outside! I love just taking walks around the neighborhoods and exploring with them! I do not know many areas around for dog walks, but I do enjoy walking around the Drake campus, and maybe you dog would too!

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Raelyn W.

Drake, Des moines, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews