House Sitting in Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA

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Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Madi B.
Sitter Profile Image: Madi B.
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🌈they/them that loves pet snuggles
Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA, 50314
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Madi was fantastic! Wrigley is a high energy dog and he got daily trips to the dog park and even a trip to the pet store. We really appreciated the daily update… (more)

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$50

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexis G.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexis G.
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Animal obsessed!
West Des Moines, IA, 50266
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Alexis did a wonderful job with our dog and we would highly recommend her. Our elderly dog suffers from anxiety and was immediately calm when he meet Alexis an… (more)

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$43

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Lisa D.
Sitter Profile Image: Lisa D.
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Experienced Professional Pet Sitter
Clive, IA, 50325
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Lisa is wonderful! My furbabies loved her! I am so fortunate to have found her. She handled anything that came up professionally and so kind. Definitely having… (more)

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$35

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Megan M.
Sitter Profile Image: Megan M.
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Safe and caring pet sitter/walker
Clive, IA, 50325
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Megan stayed at my house with my cat while I was out of town and she was absolutely amazing! I have a senior cat that required eye drops and Megan gave them to … (more)

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$35

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah P.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah P.
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Your Pet's Second Best Friend
Urbandale, IA, 50322
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Sarah is incredibly patient with my two stinkers! And, she does an amazing job dealing with their quirks, she is so good at dog sitting in my house, I highly re… (more)

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$65

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah C.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah C.
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Animal Science Degree
Clive, IA, 50325
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Sarah did a great job staying with our dogs for the week while we were out of town! We really appreciated that she was able to stay over night with them and kee… (more)

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$45

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Sitter Profile Image: Amethyst O.
Cage free, happy husky home!
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Cannot say enough good things. Even hesitant to say too much because I don’t want her to get snatched up so I can use her forever! Amethyst really found her cal… (more)

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$65

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
Pet lover with lots of experience
Sherman Hill, Des Moines, IA, 50309
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Jessica was an amazing house sitter. The boys got spoiled with her and she was so loving to them. Hey miss her already. She was very prompt with communication. … (more)

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$25

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Alexia S.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexia S.
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Pets are a gift to be cherished
West Des Moines, IA, 50266
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Lexi did a great job with caring for Karl and communicating with us when we were out of town. She sent updates with photos throughout the weekend, and stayed at… (more)

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$35

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Sitter Profile Image: Evie S.
Sitter Profile Image: Evie S.
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kind & trustworthy animal lover
North Of Grand, des moines, IA, 50312
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Evie watched my 3 huge dogs when I was out of town for a weekend. She was a great communicator, sent me photos every day and gave them tons of cuddles. I wholeh… (more)

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$35

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Molly T.
Sitter Profile Image: Molly T.
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Dogs and cats, all shapes and sizes
Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA, 50312
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Our dog absolutely adores Molly! He is always excited to see her and loves his walking time. Molly is a genuine, lovely, professional who is amazing with dogs! … (more)

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$40

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Nancy P.
Sitter Profile Image: Nancy P.
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I already love your pets!
Ankeny, IA, 50021
House Sitting

Nancy is very knowledgeable and attentive to my animals! (more)

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$40

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Kendra M.
Sitter Profile Image: Kendra M.
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Lover of all animals!
Oak Park, Des Moines, IA, 50313
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Kendra did a great job caring for my two large dogs for 4 days while I was out of town. She was punctual, and followed all instructions. She kept the house very… (more)

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$35

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Sitter Profile Image: Christina F.
Sitter Profile Image: Christina F.
Your furbaby is my furbaby!
Des Moines, IA, 50309
Boarding, House Sitting, Doggy Day Care

Christina did an amazing job taking care of our beloved dog Peeka. She provided company to her and even took her for walks around the neighborhood. She kept us … (more)

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$65

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Sitter Profile Image: Natasha A.
Sitter Profile Image: Natasha A.
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Not just pets, they’re family.
Des Moines, IA, 50310
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

The only way I could enjoy my vacation was knowing Natasha was with my girl. She sent the perfect amount of updates and barely left a trace of staying at my hou… (more)

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$65

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Lydia G.
Sitter Profile Image: Lydia G.
16.
Never too Many Fur-babies
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

Lydia is the best! Tons of updates and very consistent communication. House was spotless and dogs spoiled and happy when we returned. The best! (more)

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$60

per night
Sitter Profile Image: Abby W.
Sitter Profile Image: Abby W.
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Animal Science major and dog lover
West Des Moines, IA, 50265
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Abby was so great with our two large dogs! Abby house-sat and watched the boys for the entire day/evening, and I could tell when I got home that they'd had fun.… (more)

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$45

per night
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Sitter Profile Image: Madeline S.
Sitter Profile Image: Madeline S.
Active, dog loving medical student
West Des Moines, IA, 50266
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

Thank you so much for taking great care of our two pups! (more)

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$40

per night
Confirmed availability: Juneteenth Weekend
Sitter Profile Image: Janna D.
Sitter Profile Image: Janna D.
19.
I love cats and dogs.
West Des Moines, IA, 50265
House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
30 years of experience

About: I grew up with animals and as an adult i have had cats and dogs my whole life. I have also enjoyed caring for friends and family pets when needed. I … (more)

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$26

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexis J.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexis J.
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This is a safe space.
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care

Alexis gave consistent updates for how Pinot was doing, and was always quick to respond. When we returned, Pinot was happy and healthy, and the house was just a… (more)

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$30

per night

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