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Sitter Profile Image: Vivian D.
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Vivian D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 126 reviews
36 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

“Vivian took exceptional care of our fur babies while we were gone for a long vacation! She took the time to bond and play with our cats and sent us detailed updates with pictures. We had great peace of mind knowing they were in her care! She was super accommodating as well and even watered our flowers and filled plant humidifiers daily! Definitely recommend her services!”

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Mirelle G.
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Paige M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 51 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

“Was so great squeezing us in last minute, went right over and let the dogs out. They had a blast with her, and she even messaged to get a towel to wipe their paws since it was wet out! Thank you!!!”

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Kristin S.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
6 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

About: I’ve been a pet owner for many years, so I understand how important it is to have someone you can trust caring for your pets when you can’t be there. Pets are part of the family, and I will always treat your dog with the same patience, attention, and care that I would want for my own. I currently have a flexible part-time schedule, which gives me plenty of availability to provide dependable dog walking and drop-in visits. I’m happy to work with your pet’s normal routine and make sure they receive plenty of attention while you’re away or busy. For dog walks, I’ll make sure your dog gets exercise, fresh air, attention, and time to explore while keeping their safety a priority. I’m comfortable following your instructions regarding walking routes, leash preferences, feeding schedules, and your dog’s individual needs. During drop-in visits, I can provide potty breaks, fresh food and water, playtime, companionship, and lots of love and attention. I’ll also make sure your pet is comfortable and everything is secure before I leave. I know leaving your pet in someone else’s care can be stressful, which is why communication and reliability are extremely important to me. I’m happy to provide updates and photos so you can feel confident knowing your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for. Every pet has their own personality, routine, and needs, and I look forward to getting to know yours! Whether your dog needs a good walk to burn off some energy or simply some company and attention while you’re away, my goal is to make their time with me safe, fun, and comfortable. 🐶❤️ I currently work part time so I have plenty of time outside of my work schedule to take care of fur babies! I don't have an exact schedule so I have the flexibility. I only offer drop in visits or home sitting. I will make sure they are in a safe environment at all times. Making sure the gates and/or doors are closed at all times so that the fur babies don't get out.

Sitter Profile Image: Allison G.
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Allison G.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 150 reviews
42 repeat clients
42 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

“Allison is always super flexible with my last minutes bookings & changes. It’s a huge weight off of my shoulders to know that my pup is checked in on when she’s alone at home all day!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Abby D.
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Abby D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

“My fur babies seemed very happy and content when I got home. Abby kept me informed and took great care of them.”

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Lynda A.
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James & Taryn H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“So glad I book Taryn while we were away. She was excellent with communication and my baby was well cared for. Highly recommend. Thank you so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Julie R.
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Julie R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
7 repeat clients
29 years of experience
Altoona, IA, 50009

“Best ever!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan C.
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Megan C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Have really appreciated working with Megan. She’s been really great with my puppy and provides me with great details of their time together. I just really appreciate the communication. He’s so young and I worry about him but know he’s been in good hands with Megan!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan H.
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Morgan H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 110 reviews
25 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Morgan was great! I appreciated the pictures and communication while I was away. She gave me peace of mind and took wonderful care of my animals! I’ll definitely rebook with her in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kevin R.
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Kevin R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
11 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: ***So you want a housesitter?Please read carefully before booking. ***I have an 11lb Havanese in my home who will be w/me for housesitting and boarding assignments*** I live and work downtown (full-time remote). I can host your pet overnight in my home; stay overnight in your home if needed. Pop-in visits to provide breaks, walks, feeding if you live within a reasonable distance. I can also provide day care services. Very flexible and try to respond promptly bc we all have busy lives. I do not have a crate. Bringing your own crate is optional but not required. House broken/trained is preferred. I prefer to host 1 dog at a time. 2 dogs from the same household would be possible but prefer not to mix dogs from multiple households. ***Housesitting notice - I do have an 11lb Havanese puppy that would accompany me for overnight housesitting assignments. He's house-trained, does not shed and very friendly with people and other dogs.*** ***Boarding / House-sitting requests please note that I have a 1yr old 11lb Havanese in my home. Very social, friendly and playful. He gets along w/all people and dogs. He will also be w/me for any house-sitting bookings. House-trained and not destructive.*** I usually reply to requests within 10-20 min. If it's after 11 then the next morning. I work remote full-time Mon to Fri 8-5. Can do pop-in visits, walks and feedings as needed or on a set schedule that works best for your pet's current routine. Condo here and unfortunately do not have a yard but there are lots of green spaces near my condo at 10th and Mulberry. Space is over 1200 sq ft so plenty of room for your pet. ***I do have an 11 lb Havanese puppy that loves attention but is very smart and picks up on queues from other dogs. Shy and timid upon introduction and will play only if the other dog engages. Loves people and attention. My Havanese will be present for boardings and will accompany me for house-sitting bookings***

Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie W.
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Mackenzie W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 150 reviews
36 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Union Park, Des Moines, IA, 50313

“Mackenzie is super reliable and I trust them to give my dog the care she needs and be in my home while I’m at work! I love getting the videos and pictures that they send me”

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Sitter Profile Image: Molly B.
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Molly B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 184 reviews
78 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Greater South Side, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Molly showed up ontime. She followed all the instructions that I gave her. She send me pictures to make sure I don't miss my cats. She was trustworthy, and I will definitely choose her as my sitter in future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Angie M.
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Angie M.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 165 reviews
27 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Bondurant, IA, 50035

“Angie immediately jumped in when I found myself in a predicament without coverage for my medically high needs cat. It was short notice and we were a new client and yet Angie was willing to take care of her. NO ONE and I mean NO ONE other than myself has been able to give my cat her medications… yet somehow Angie was able to do it. She came at the agreed upon times like clockwork and communicated so well while I was gone. I am so thankful to have found someone to help care for my cat when I have to be gone. Will definitely be using Angie again when the need arises!!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathleen H.
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Kathleen H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 year of experience
Westwood, Des Moines, IA, 50312

“Kathleen responds to the special requests, She takes her time getting to know our pet. Thank you”

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Sitter Profile Image: Alexandria F.
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Alexandria F.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
North Of Grand, Des Moines, IA, 50312

“Alexandria is wonderful. She’s very patient and good with my dog. I have a difficult and nervous dog but Alexandria always finds ways to make her feel comfortable. She has good communication and is very easy to work with. 100% recommend her”

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Laurel R.
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20 years of experience
Des moines, IA, 50317

About: I’m a dog owner of two and have experience with both puppies and senior dogs, so I’m comfortable with a wide range of needs and energy levels. While I don’t offer in-home boarding, I provide reliable walks and drop-in visits to keep your pet happy and comfortable in their own space. I’m attentive, patient, and treat every pet like my own—with consistent updates while you’re away. I’m currently working part-time and will have plenty of time to play with your pups. Caring for pets fits easily into my daily and weekly routine since I already care for my own two dogs. I’m used to planning my days around walks, feeding schedules, and playtime, so adding additional visits is something I genuinely enjoy. I stay organized and make sure each pet gets reliable, consistent care and attention. I care for pets in their home by keeping them on their normal routine so they feel safe and comfortable. I provide walks, feeding, fresh water, playtime, and lots of attention based on their needs and energy level. I’m attentive to behavior and make sure they’re safe at all times. I also send regular updates and photos so you can feel at ease while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Jaden S.
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Jaden S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
4 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Jaden cared for our cats with drop-in visits while we were gone on a trip. She came to meet our two cats and learn their routines in advance, and captured pics each day when she visited. Thank you, Jaden!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ian T.
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Ian T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 20 reviews
5 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

“Ian was great at coming to help us on such short notice. We had him drop-in to visit our cats a few times and he sent us pictures every time. We really appreciated his help.”

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Abby B.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309

About: I absolutely love animals and have 9+ years of experience caring for others’ pets as well as my own. I have a dog and a cat, my sister has a dog and two cats, and my mom also has a cat. Therefore, I have had my fair share of pet-sitting, grooming, walking, playing, and providing numerous treats and snuggles! I also have experience providing medications, trimming nails, and providing care to dogs of all sizes. I am a Registered Nurse, so my schedule varies week to week. I usually have a lot of free time during the week and can be flexible depending on what you need! If you leave me instructions, I will absolutely follow those and provide safety and care to your liking. I have pets of my own and will take care of yours as if they are my own! I can also send pictures and videos to show you all the snuggles and fun your pet and I are having!

Sitter Profile Image: Jocelyn I.
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Jocelyn I.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
7 repeat clients
5 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

“Jocelyn was fantastic with my older dog Buddy ... she is so kind and patient with him. I will recommend her anytime and will be using her again in the future.”

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Vivian did amazing job with our high energy 1 year old dog...This was our first time using Rover and we found the perfect match for our dog...We knew she was in good hands while we were gone.

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Jodi S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Always the best! Goes above and beyond for us. Takes such great care of our pets. We feel so at ease with Robert helping while we’re away!

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Shawna S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Olivia did a wonderful job caring for Milo. She provided great progress photos and detailed updates. It’s clear Milo was well cared for and I felt completely comfortable knowing he was in her care and would not hesitate to trust her with Milo again. I highly recommend Olivia to anyone looking for a dependable caring person who genuinely looks after pets as if they were her own.

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Jessica N.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I needed last minute care for my dogs before a trip and she was amazing. She took great care of my dogs even through my dogs weren’t used to new people visiting the apartment. She even checked in on them during bad weather. Really appreciate the help and would recommend.

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Amanpreet
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Victoria is wonderful with my critters, She is reliable and dependable. I will definitely have her again.

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April E.
Drop-In Visits
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Rising Sun is $22 per visit as of November 2026. Most bookings cost between $16 and $37 per visit. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of November 2026, there are 1,135 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Rising Sun. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

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.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

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.

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.

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

  • 90% 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.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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