Dog Boarding in River Bend, Des Moines, IA
Find a loving dog sitter to watch your dog overnight at your sitter's home.

Hope's Home and loves to share!
Highland Park, Des Moines, IA, 50316
Dog Boarding, Doggy Day Care
"Lynn & John watched my dog for an extended weekend. It was my first time using Rover and it was a great experience. They were really friendly people! They sent… (more)"

24 years of loving on my pups:)
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Dog Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
"Shelby is a very responsible person who loves animals! She has cared for my chocolate lab with the best intentions and care. She gives my dog, and other animal… (more)"

Going away? Let your pet play!
Urbandale, IA, 50322
Dog Boarding

"Erin and Chris are amazing with Neumann! I have never trusted anyone as much with him, and I think he was even a little sad to come home with me after his last… (more)"


Downtown dog lover!
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Dog Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
About: I started dog sitting as a kid, and now here I am - still doing it to this day! While I hope to get a dog of my own someday soon, you’ll find me livi… (more)

Snuggles for your fur baby!
Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA, 50317
Dog Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

"Great communication and very friendly. I greatly appreciated Summer’s flexibility in taking Surly in the morning for me and he seemed to really enjoy his stay… (more)"

Active, young adult pet sitter
Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Dog Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking

"MK was absolutely amazing with my dog! She kept me updated throughout the stay and made sure that all my dogs needs were met! My dog loved her stay and I could… (more)"

Animal Lover Here to Help!
Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Dog Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking

"Nicole was great! My pup had lots of fun playing with her dog and was exhausted when I went to pick her up. She sent many pictures throughout the stay and was … (more)"
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Rover.com offers the perfect alternative to dog kennels and traditional dog sitting. The next time you head out of town and need someone to take care of your dog, turn to Rover for your dog boarding needs. It's easy to find a loving River Bend dog sitter on Rover who'll give your dog one-on-one attention while you're away, and your dog can enjoy a sweet staycation, right at their sitter's home. Search from hundreds of dog sitters in River Bend, Des Moines, IA, read sitter profiles, and reach out to sitters who seem like a good fit for you and your dog. We know it can be tough to leave your pet, which is why we encourage every pet parent and sitter to have a Meet & Greet before booking the stay. With Rover, pet boarding is guilt-free, cashless, and convenient. That way, you can hit the road happy knowing your dog's in loving hands while you're away.
A Daily Treat: A Blog by Rover
Rover's got you covered, even when you don't need a pet sitter or dog walker. Check out our blog for pictures of adorable dogs, help on your biggest dog-related questions, and more:
- Top 100 Dog Names and Unique Dog Names, depending on your preference
- Why do dogs eat poop?
- What do dogs dream about?
Book a Stay, Donate to a Cause
Sit a Dog, Save a Life lets you raise money for local dogs-in-need by doing something you do already: asking your neighbors to watch your dog instead of leaving them in a kennel. Many Rover sitters in River Bend, Des Moines donate a percentage of their earnings to nonprofits through Sit a Dog, Save a Life. When you book with a sitter who has the Rover Donation Badge on their profile, you're helping dogs in need, right here in Des Moines.
We're proud to support over 200 organizations across the nation, including: