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Sitter Profile Image: Meagan N.
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Meagan N.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 104 reviews
34 repeat clients
25 years of experience
ankeny, IA, 50023

“Meagan was a very great host for our dog! She was flexible and took great care of our pup. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Would use again. Thank you so much”

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Jake M.
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Alice b.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 155 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Always the best! Coco and I absolutely love Alice! She is always accommodating to my schedule, has great availability, takes awesome care of my girl, and my girl adores her time with her and her dog! So lucky to have found Alice 🥰”

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Emma T.
Sitter Profile Image: Kayla G.
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Kayla G.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 67 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

“Kayla is great! I never worry when I’m away and if I miss my girl, all I need to do is send a message and she’ll update me and send a photo. Recently my dog had to have temporary dietary changes and meds and Kayla knew just what needed to be done and assured me it was not a problem. I knew I didn’t have to worry about a thing”

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Ranae M.
Sitter Profile Image: Zooey V.
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Zooey V.
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$27
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8 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50317

About: I’m a dog lover and have two corgis of my own who are both very friendly with other dogs and people. I’m used to caring for dogs every day, including feeding, walks, playtime, potty breaks, and lots of attention and cuddles. My dogs are social and welcoming, so your pup will have some friendly company while staying with me. I’ll make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and treated like part of the family while you’re away. I’m also happy to follow your dog’s normal routine and any special instructions you have! I’m currently working part-time, so I have plenty of time to give your pup attention, playtime, and care. I’m available for boarding on weekends and most weekdays after 5PM. I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages throughout their stay. I have two friendly corgis, Sushi and Boba, who can provide companionship if your pup is comfortable around other dogs. I keep a close eye on all dogs during outdoor time and can crate or separate them when needed. I focus on providing a calm, clean, and safe home environment for your pup.

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Ross P.
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$33
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50021

“Ross was great at communicating and taking care of our dog. He helped our dog Winston over a weekend when Winston was having a difficult time with allergies and a sore paw.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kim S.
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Kim S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 44 reviews
23 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

“Sadie loved her stay, with Kim and her family! Kim does a great job of updating you daily, and also sends pics daily, as well! They took great care of our fur baby, and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dog sitter! 🙂”

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Carolyn S.
Sitter Profile Image: Kevin R.
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Kevin R.
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$40
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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

“Kevin watched our pug for six nights while we were in Hawaii and kept us updated with photos and fun stories. He made us feel super comfortable, leaving our furry family member. Kevin‘s dog Ricky is a big bonus. He’s a fun little guy and Sushi loved having a friend for the week. Can’t wait to book with Kevin again in the future highly recommend.!”

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Emily H.
Sitter Profile Image: Brooke & Brent B.
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Brooke & Brent B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 46 reviews
11 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50010

“Gizmo had a great stay with Brooke and her family. He and one of their cats, Chester, became very good friends, which is wonderful. We know that Gizmo is not aggressive with cats, but he hasn't had much 1:1 time with cats, so we were very pleased that the two enjoyed playing! Brooke made a concerted effort to walk Gizmo on his home schedule to avoid accidents, which I greatly appreciate.”

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Joan W.
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Kayla B.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Nevada, IA, 50201

“Leo had a great time during his stay with Kayla and her Goldens Rylee and Bailee on their easily accessible Iowa farm. I'm sure Leo is looking forward to his next visit.”

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Laura P.
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Ashly B.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 56 reviews
13 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Ashly took great care of Hank! He’s a very timid, skittish boy, but she did great getting him to warm up and settle in for the weekend. By the end, he was snuggled in, and he made himself at home on her lap! We’ll definitely be using Ashly again in the future!”

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Courtney & Michael P.
Sitter Profile Image: Christopher V.
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Christopher V.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lower Beaver, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Christopher been nothing but amazing with our pups. He’s gone above and beyond what we expected and that’s why he will always be our go to person. He’s done an amazing job I would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs a sitter to watch over ur precious loved one”

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Michelle R.
Sitter Profile Image: Lara & Cary J.
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Lara & Cary J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 83 reviews
26 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Lara and Cary are wonderful people and we feel totally comfortable leaving our 13 year old German Shepherd in their care. Our dog likes staying with them and is calm and does very well when she stays in their lovely home. Highly recommend Lara and Cary.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mackenzie W.
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Mackenzie W.
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$65
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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

“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!!”

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Maggie S.
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Jacquelyn D.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Polk City, IA, 50226

“We absolutely loved having our Weimaraner, Hollis stay with Jacquelyn and her family! We felt so comfortable leaving her and Hollis enjoyed her time with them as well! There was never a doubt that she was safe and in excellent hands with them. We will definitely be rebooking with Jacquelyn every time we need to leave our Hollis.”

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Meagan C.
Sitter Profile Image: Traci S.
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Traci S.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 33 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Traci was awesome! She took great care of Cocoa and I will definitely use her again. You should too for your pet and I guarantee you won't be disappointed ?.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cynthia A.
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Cynthia A.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 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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Nancy D.
Sitter Profile Image: Bobby B.
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Bobby B.
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$27
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5 years of experience
McKinley School, Des Moines, IA, 50315

About: Hello! My name is Bobby and I have one German Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix named Keoni. Before Keoni, I have cared for dogs of friends and relatives' while they are away. Over the years of taking care of dogs, I realized I have a knack for interacting with them. I love spending time with all types of dogs, even the most energetic ones! As a herding dog owner myself, I know how important it is to get their energy out, so your home is not completely destroyed! Keoni and I have joined a frisbee league with one another and enjoy staying active ourselves throughout the week. I will take your dogs on runs, play fetch with them, or engage in whatever activity they are interested in. My full-time job is Hybrid, and work both in an office and at home. My schedule can vary throughout the week with meetings, where I will have to travel to, however with enough notice, my schedule can be very flexible if a pet needs additional attention. I currently live in a one bedroom apartment but will have plenty of room to care for an extra dog. At my apartment complex, there is a dog park area provided for tenants that I am able to bring dogs to for exercise.

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Scott S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 676 reviews
318 repeat clients
20 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

“Scott is always so accommodating and very helpful with his boarding. We have always had an amazing experience with him and our 2 dogs love going over there when we need to board them. Could not recommend more.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mallory C.
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Mallory C.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 321 reviews
141 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ames, IA, 50014

“My dogs had such a great time with Mallory while we were away! They were well taken care of and loved having other dogs to play with! Will definitely be using her again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cliff C.
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Cliff C.
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$39
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 139 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Cliff was great!! Was able to work with me and my schedule. Very friendly and reasonable rates! Pluto had such a good time! I am about to start my masters and I plan to drop Pluto off again some weekends throughout the semester when school gets a little too stressful. I will be a return booker! ?”

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Quazetta B.
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The median cost per night for dog boarding in Santiago is $40

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As of November 2026, there are 395 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across Santiago. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

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.

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.

95% of sitters in Santiago 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 Santiago home-away-from-home, we recommend 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 Santiago.

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.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Santiago. 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.

You and your Santiago 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 Rover Guarantee, 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 Rover's Trust & Safety page.

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.

Adding another pup to the pack? Most sitters and walkers offer a reduced rate for additional dogs. You’ll find these exact rates listed under the "Services" tab on any sitter's profile. Since every dog is unique, final pricing may vary depending on the level of care required.

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