Pet Sitting in Ottumwa
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.
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Top rated Ottumwa pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
About: I have been around animals of all kinds throughout my life. Dogs, especially have been a constant for me. Life’s always better with a dog around. I am retired so care is available 24/7. I'm available to communicate with you throughout the day. Whether you like pictures or just random check-ins. I have a large fenced in backyard. Lots of room for running and playing. I have a small schnoodle, Sophie who gets along and plays well with other dogs. She always loves the extra company.
“I highly recommend Ali’s services. I was looking for a sitter who not only loves my cats as her own but understands subtle changes in their health during my vacation. One of my cats is over 12 years old so I needed a sitter with veterinary skills and knowledges. I am glad that I have chosen Ali for my cats and will ask her again for next vacations. Her services are beyond my expectations.”
About: I have had all kinds of diffrent dogs growing up along with other animals, I currently watch a few dogs and cat, wich involves feeding walking and playing with them! I’m currently working a full time job during the day but I havef evenings nights and weekends that I am free, I also could be free 1 hour mid day! I currently go to clients homes to take care of their pets, wich involves feeding, watering, walking them, and give them love and play with them!
Over 5 pet parents in Ottumwa have booked pet sitting
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2. Meet & Greet
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Ottumwa is $30
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your pet sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Ottumwa on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $30 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Ottumwa.
Rover makes it easy to find Ottumwa pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet 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 pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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