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Sitter Profile Image: Amber J.
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Amber J.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

“Amber took great care of Roxi! Communication was excellent and she took extra care to ensure she wasn’t intimidated by larger dogs during the stay.”

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Melanie B.
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Alice b.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 155 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Alice took great care of Kinnick for the week!! She provided updates and pictures!! Drop off and pick up was easy! Will definitely use her again.”

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Casandra L.
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$35
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• 106 reviews
44 repeat clients
56 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“We are so grateful for Casandra! She played with Noah so much and kept us updated with pictures and videos while we were gone. I know he felt right at home with her. Would highly recommend!”

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Lisa S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 72 reviews
21 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Lisa was absolutely amazing!! See sent me updates and photos everyday while she had Grizzly! Definitely recommending her to everyone I know!!”

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Sarah S.
Sitter Profile Image: Jaden B.
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Jaden B.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 87 reviews
21 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50313

“Jaden was great with our senior dog! He sent lots of pictures and updates. He was patient with him and some of our dog’s quircks. We liked the fenced in yard and the freedom he had in his house. Will definitely use again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Angela P.
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Angela P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 112 reviews
47 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Lincoln had a great time at Angela’s house. She sent lots of pictures and kept me informed. We were afraid Lincoln wouldn’t want to come home again.”

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Karen F.
Sitter Profile Image: Shannah G.
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Shannah G.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
30 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

“Shannah and her husband were awesome with our kittens! We had to last minute travel for a family emergency and they were available to take care of Taco and Cheeto. They sent updates everyday and were really responsive. Would highly recommend!”

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Amber K.
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Melanie R.
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• 41 reviews
16 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Des moines, IA, 50265

“Melanie was amazing with my 2 dogs! She updated me everyday with pictures and their day in her home. My dogs seemed VERY happy and relaxed. I definitely will be booking her again when my job calls me to be out of state. It's such a relief to know that your precious kids are in good hands!”

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Sarah B.
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Brooke & Brent B.
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$50
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• 46 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“This is our first Rover booking and we couldn't be happier. Brooke did an excellent job of making sure our "new to us" rescue dog had a good experience. Amee got to read stories at bedtime and take walks with the family. She'll be back for more fun.”

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Janell M.
Sitter Profile Image: Lara & Cary J.
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Lara & Cary J.
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$45
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• 82 reviews
25 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“We are so happy to have found Lara and Cary to watch our dog! Tigey was well cared for and happy when we returned from vacation. Such a relief to find wonderful people we can trust with our dog. Will absolutely book with them again.”

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Kari B.
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Samantha & Matt M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 253 reviews
115 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

“We left our pup for the very first time ever and Sam was awesome! She kept us informed with photos and updates throughout his stay! He seemed to love being there and had a blast running around with the others pups! We will for sure book with Sam again !”

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Jessica C.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
2 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Clive, IA, 50325

“Jessica did an excellent job with little B and he came home happy and healthy. He can’t settle down without his dog bed, so we were glad we could leave it with him. We also brought his food and water bowl. Jessica was professional, competent, and caring. Five star rating, for sure! We will definitely use her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Christopher V.
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Christopher V.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Christopher been nothing but amazing with our pups. He’s gone above and beyond what we expected and that’s why he will always be our go to person. He’s done an amazing job I would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs a sitter to watch over ur precious loved one”

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Michelle R.
Sitter Profile Image: Evan H.
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$43
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 178 reviews
75 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Norwalk, IA, 50211

“Evan and his family did a great job taking care of Teddy. I had complete confidence that Teddy was being well cared for. I would absolutely recommend Evan to other dog owners looking for a caring home while they are away.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alicia N.
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Alicia N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
6 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Beaverdale, Beaverdale, IA, 50310

“Mandy usually is very anxious when left anywhere but she seemed quite happy and content with Alicia and her family. Mandy also liked her dogs, Bennie and Mila, which helped keep her from being anxious. Alicia provided pictures and updates which gave us much comfort. I highly recommend this sitter and will use her again when she is available.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jacquelyn D.
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Jacquelyn D.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Polk City, IA, 50226

“We absolutely loved having our Weimaraner, Hollis stay with Jacquelyn and her family! We felt so comfortable leaving her and Hollis enjoyed her time with them as well! There was never a doubt that she was safe and in excellent hands with them. We will definitely be rebooking with Jacquelyn every time we need to leave our Hollis.”

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Meagan C.
Sitter Profile Image: Ivana G.
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Ivana G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

“This was our first time using Rover and Ivana did a fabulous job, truly going above and beyond our expectations! We felt that she treated our dog like family, exactly as we would treat her. We got daily updates/videos and in every one, our dog looked like she was having the most amazing time! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary S.
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Mary S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Mary was wonderful! She was very prompt with texting and send daily updates on my pets. She was also very transparent and provided ways to fix problems she saw.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cliff C.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 138 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Our dog loves Cliff and Milo. She is always so excited when we arrive at their home. That sure makes it easier to leave her, and we love the photos and videos Cliff sends us of her.”

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Karen J.
Sitter Profile Image: Tanya & Jonathan P.
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Tanya & Jonathan P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 250 reviews
73 repeat clients
17 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Tanya &Jonathan are Awesome would recommend them to anyone who needs boarding for their furry companion or just a day care situation… Had mixed feelings about leave Apollo 🐶for the first time Tanya sent so many photos and updates to put us at ease .. He looked so happy playing with the other dogs I was worried he wouldn’t wanna leave …🙂🙂 Hands down 🙌🙌they were heaven sent and I’m very glad I chose them for my needs In boarding Apollo🐶 You guys rock 🤘🎸”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Mitchellville is $40

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FAQs for Dog Boarding - Mitchellville

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As of November 2026, there are 393 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Mitchellville. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Every sitter on Rover has their own routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

95% of sitters in Mitchellville can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Mitchellville home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your Mitchellville.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Mitchellville. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

You and your Mitchellville sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee, which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page.

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in IA ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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