Dog Boarding in North Of Grand, Des Moines, IA
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1. Casandra L.


“Casandra is the best with our babies. Always sending photos and videos. Both of our dogs are worn out when they come home from all the playing and excitement. Highly recommend her.”


2. Kevin R.

“Kevin was amazing at working with me when I change her drop off time twice due to flight changes. He sent me pictures and videos and let me know Cookie was warming up to him (as I was worried about that, as she is wary of people she doesn't know). He was also accommodating in letting someone else pick up cookie for me as I wouldn't be able to. Cookie seemed to be her normal self when I returned home and hopefully she was good for Kevin during her stay. I would book with Kevin again as he was very chill and laid back about Cookie.”


3. Lisa S.

“Lisa was a wonderful host to our two senior dogs. This was our first time using Rover and the dogs had a rough start adjusting (had multiple accidents in the home). Lisa was patient and was solution focused. She tried different methods to decrease their anxiety and provided us frequent updates on how they are doing. They definitely adapted with her help! One of our dogs is diabetic and Lisa helped us administer his medication injection as well.”


4. Jenevieve Y.

“Our pups had an amazing time and they were cared for as if we were caring for them ourselves! Can’t say enough great things. Will definitely bring them back in the future!”


5. Alice b.

“Alice has watched our dog several times now. We trust her to take loving care of him, no matter his needs. She goes above and beyond! Great communication and pictures, helps us feel connected to our pup when we’re away. Grateful for her consistent care when we’re away.”




6. Cory G.

“Cory did great with our pups! We were gone for 10 days so we were a little worried but the dogs did great with Cory. They got a lot of walks in and when we picked them up they were as happy as can be! Would definitely rebook with Cory.”


7. Scott S.

“Scott and his wife have taken our dog overnight of two separate occasions. They send pictures and updates which is so nice to see when we are away. They are wonderful people and really love and care for our dog as if she was their own. We will for sure book again..”




8. Lucia R.


“Lucia was flexible with her schedule which came in handy when I needed her to board Willie for an extra night. She sent photos, gave updates, and gave me peace of mind while I was out of town. She’s a fast communicator, sweet/warm, & my extremely nervous dog loves her. We will definitely recommend Lucia to others & return next time!”


9. Elizabeth W.


“Elizabeth is wonderful. This was Mable’s first overnight away from family since we adopted her and I was a nervous dog mama but Elizabeth eased my nerves by sending me updates with pics and videos of Mable during her stay. She had a great time playing with new friends and was a tired, happy pup when she came home! We will definitely be using her again!”


10. Jessica V.

“Jessica did a great job with my girl Chloe. Her communication was great, she sent pictures and videos and updated me throughout the time Chloe was in her care. She definitely spoiled Chloe lol, she definitely went through withdrawals and was so sad the day after. I definitely recommend Jessica, she gets 5 stars from me!”


11. Alexandra H.

“Violet had a wonderful time with Allie, Henry and Hazel! which allowed us to relax and have a wonderful time on our vacation too! The daily updates and pictures were great!! I highly recommend Allie!!!”


12. Christy & Erkam N.

“They were so kind and loving with our small dog. Great communication and sent pics regularly. Would take our dog there again and highly recommend.”


13. Maricela V.

“Maricela was awesome with easing in Sami into her home, giving her space to get used to the new environment. She sent pictures daily and was always incredibly responsive in both the inquiry and once booked. She accommodated our requests and was incredibly friendly. Definitely recommend Maricela if you are looking for someone that will treat your pet as their own!”


14. Heather H.

“This was our first time ever leaving our pup with anyone and Heather made it the absolute BEST experience for us! She sent lots of pictures and updates of all their fun adventures and he was in the best mood when we picked him up and he even seems to be listening better after his stay! He definitely got his own little mini vacay with Heather and her family. I would 100% recommend Heather, and we can’t wait to schedule another play date!”


15. Mackenzie W.

“It was our dogs' first time staying with someone other than family, so we were a bit nervous at first... but upon meeting, we were immediately put at ease. Our dogs had a blast and were absolutely treated with the same love and snuggles our family gives. We loved the updates, and both dogs came home ready for a long nap from lots of playtime with their new friends. We are grateful and will definitely use Mackenzie and Anthony again!! Thank you, thank you!!”


16. Justin Z.

“Our dog loves going to Justin’s for boarding. He gets excited right when we pull down the street. He takes great care of our dog and always shares updates with us. He’s always the first dog sitter we ask when we are planning a trip out of town.”


17. Cory W.

“Lifesaver and LOVES animals. Never left my dog with anyone other than my mom and I didn’t feel nervous at all. Sent me pictures and played with blaze. BLAZE LOVED THE BIRDS 🤣🫶🏼”


18. Melissa W.

“Melissa was wonderful in caring for our dog, Tessa, on short notice. Kind and communicative, we will book with Melissa again the next time we need!”


19. Mary S.

“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.”


20. Jessica S.

“Jessica and Scott were so great to our little Sadie.. I so appreciated their patience and kindness to her as she can be a little stinker. I would highly recommend them to friends and family…”
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Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in North Of Grand.
Rover makes it easy to find North Of Grand dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
