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Sitter Profile Image: Katrina M.
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Katrina M.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 65 reviews
23 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Katrina and her children took great care of my pup while I was away for the holidays. She sent lots of updates and photos. Her dogs are super sweet and were great playmates for Luna. She came home happy and tired from all the playtime. Katrina provided all of the dogs with Christmas treats and they each got to unwrap and keep a present! Great service. I will definitely contact Katrina in the future when Luna needs a place to stay.”

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Steve & Tilaine G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
22 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“We were nervous leaving our semi-newly adopted puppy anywhere, but also wanted to visit family for the holidays that we had not seen in awhile. We couldn't have chosen a better family! The whole family took such great care of our Mango with lots of love, runs, and snuggles. Thank you for all the pics! Helped my kids make it through our trip!”

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Ana H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Indy seemed to have a great time!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda S.
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Amanda S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ogden, IA, 50212

“Tucker had a great time with Amanda! She sent lots of pictures and updates! He was nice and tired when he came back home from all the playing. 5 ⭐️”

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Roxy T.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Sheldahl, IA, 50243

“Roxy was amazing watching Jack, they treated him like one of their own dogs. We will absolutely be coming back! She sent pictures and updates which helped make his first stay easier on me.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha M.
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Samantha M.
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$20
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4.5 out of 5 stars
• 2 reviews
3 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50012

About: I have taken care of dogs since I was 11 for my neighbors during the summer. Later on, during high school, my family adopted a dog as we planned to train her to be a service dog for my sister. I helped care for Lexi and even taught her some tricks like shake in exchange for belly rubs. I could also help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I'm currently enrolled in college but am free every weekend. I am also available Monday and Friday nights. However, I do not currently own a pet, but I have had to care of my sibling's pets since they were younger and often forgot to do it. I have cared for my sister's dog Lexi and my brother's hermit crabs, and will sometimes take care of my aunt's dogs. I am often good with pets after meeting them. I normally list down important information related to the pets. I also often ask for more detail on how I can accommodate the client's pet.

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Jolene S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
6 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Rhodes, IA, 50234

“Jolene is so wonderful and patient with our rescue Kara who is quite timid and anxious. Thank you so much for making accommodations for her unique situation each time we have to go away.”

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Christy H.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Story city, IA, 50248

About: I am an avid animal lover who worked as a vet tech for five years. My spouse and teenage girls are also animal lovers! We LOVE to have animal visitors! We have small dogs of our own who enjoy making new pet friends. I am a full-time nurse with very flexible hours and my spouse is home all summer! My teenagers are also available to help with our guests. We have a fenced in yard, and love to take our dogs for walks. Our dogs are very friendly with other cats and dogs. We have a special needs dog, so we are very comfortable with giving medications and other special needs.

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Lindsey R.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Huxley, IA, 50124

“Lindsey and family took excellent care of our pups and welcomed them like their own! Sweet family! Highly recommend! We will be requesting them again”

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Cynthia A.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
ankeny, IA, 50012

“Cynthia did a great job of making Ollie feel welcome and accommodating his needs! She communicated promptly and sent a video. I would recommend her services!”

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Susan S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
2 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Iowa Falls, IA, 50126

“Susan was absolutely amazing from start to finish! I never used Rovee before so I was really cautious and overall pretty scared but Susan assured me she'd take great care of Char while I was traveling. I received pictures and videos daily of char as well as text updates. In the videos alone I could tell my dog was not only happy but he felt safe and loved. I would highly recommend Susan!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Beth S.
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Beth S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 24 reviews
3 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Slater, IA, 50244

“Beth was responsive and easy to work with! Beth sent pictures and updates; which gave me peace of mind. Upon pick up, my boy seemed well taken care of. He’s looking forward to his next vacation at Beth’s house!”

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

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Roland is $37 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $34 and $39 per night. 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 October 2026, there are 139 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Roland. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

97% of sitters in Roland 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 Roland home-away-from-home, 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 Roland.

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.

You and your Roland 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 , 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 .

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.

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