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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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Brooke & Brent B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 45 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 G.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ankeny, IA, 50023

“Kayla did an amazing job with our senior girls. She is so caring and has a very calming presence. We are looking forward to having Kayla take care of our girls again!”

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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.
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Lara & Cary J.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 82 reviews
25 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: Kayla B.
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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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Casandra L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 105 reviews
44 repeat clients
56 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“Casandra watched our boys for a whole week, and she did a fantastic job! She sent us tons of updates with pictures & videos that gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. It was obvious that she cared for our two pups like they were her own, and she clearly gave them lots of love. They had a great time! I highly recommend Casandra, and we will definitely be using her in the future!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Melanie R.
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Melanie R.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 40 reviews
15 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Des moines, IA, 50265

“Our dog had a great time staying with Melanie. She provided a safe and fun environment. Our dog enjoyed the fenced in back yard. We will be back”

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Lauren G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
10 years of experience
Huxley, IA, 50124

“Lauren was wonderful boarding my cat at her home. She went above and beyond and sent great updates. I knew the cat was in great hands while I was out of town!”

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Alice b.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 154 reviews
56 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Magnolia Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

“Ally was really great with my dog Miller. She was very open with her communication and sent a lot of updates and pictures over the weekend. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dog sitter in the area. And will definitely let her watch my dog again in the future”

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Sitter Profile Image: Holly T.
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Holly T.
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$35
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 62 reviews
22 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Norwalk, IA, 50211

“Everything went great! Drop off and pick up were super easy. She sent updates and pics over the weekend so I knew he was safe and happy. We highly recommend Holly and will definitely be using her again for our little fuzzball”

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Tara J.
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Ashly B.
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$28
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• 56 reviews
13 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Ashly once again took care of our baby and did a great job! She was flexible with drop off/pick up and communication options with my husband since I was going to be out of town when he dropped Hank off and picked him up! Grateful that she cares for our fur baby as her own!”

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Courtney & Michael P.
Sitter Profile Image: Molly T.
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Molly T.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Molly is simply the best! My dogs are always happy to go visit and Molly communicates with me throughout the boarding time. I will continue to use Molly and recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic pet sitter!”

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Michelle R.
Sitter Profile Image: Emmy D.
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Emmy D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

“Emmy took wonderful care of our dog! She was attentive and made sure our energetic girl got plenty of exercise and stimulation. We received regular updates and photos, and it was apparent in the pictures that our dog felt right at home. We definitely recommend Emmy!”

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Hayley & Zach K.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I have had pets my entire adult life, and I know how important it is to you to find the right person to take care of them while you’re away. I am committed to taking care of your pets like they’re my own, and I’m excited to provide lots of love and fun! I work from home, and my husband is a full time dad, so we’d be happy to spend time with your pets, go for walks as a family, and see to their every need! We have pet gates throughout the home, extra kennels if needed, and a fenced in yard. We are also comfortable giving medication orally or via injection if needed.

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Cory G.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 156 reviews
53 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Beaverdale, Des Moines, IA, 50310

“We came to Iowa for a wedding. Cory took good care of our 2 senior dogs (labs). One has separation anxiety that he was able to comfort and the other took a nap on his bed. He walked and fed them.”

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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
• 136 reviews
34 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50323

“Cliff did such a great job with our dog. You can tell he really loves dogs and taking great care of them. Cliff even helped us with potty training our puppy along with buying her a gift to play with. Really cared about and cared for our dog. We so appreciate you.”

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Emily B.
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$30
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5 years of experience
South Park, Des Moines, IA, 50315

About: Hi, I'm Emily! I'm not just a dog lover - I've been a dog mom to just about every size and personality. Over the years I've had a Chihuahua, Lab, Olde English Bulldog, American Staffordshire amd now we have an American Bully. I’m very comfortable with strong, energetic breeds as well as tiny lap dogs who think they run the house. We currently have an 80lb American Bully named Rosco. I particularly love the bully breeds - no judgment, just structure, play, and lots of affection. I know how to read body language for both a nervous 4lb Chihuahua and an 80lb Lab who thinks they’re a lap dog. I’ve cared for a dog who required a strict daily medication routine, so I am meticulous about timing, dosages, and watching for side effects. Pills, liquid meds, special feeding schedules - I’ve done it all and I take it seriously. My home is calm with a structured routine. My husband and I are early to bed and early to rise. I keep a clean but dog-proofed home with a predictable routine for potty breaks, walks, play, and rest. We walk in the mornings and sometimes again in the evening if the weather allows. I only book one client at a time so your pup(s) will get plenty of attention! It’s also important that your dog gets along with mine so I will schedule a meet and greet before we confirm. This helps ensure it’s a good match for everyone. I promise to send lots of updates, photos, and videos so you never worry. Your pup will be treated like family here - safe, loved, allowed on the couch and in the bed and very well cared for while you're away. I have a securely fenced yard and inside my home dogs have plenty of places to lounge, with dog beds, toys, and a quiet areas for naps. My home is non-smoking, no kids. We have one American Bully named Rosco. Rosco is neutered, two years old, about 80 lbs and loves other dogs. Rosco is a high energy dog who does best with dogs who are playful but also tolerant. Rosco also does great with smaller dogs and puppies. I am open to dogs over 40lbs but not more than 75lbs. I never leave dogs unattended without them being kenneled. I am home most of the day but utilize kennels when we’re gone for everyone’s safety. We follow a twice a day feeding schedule and I will gladly follow your instructions to the letter for feeding, crate time, and walks. I’m currently between jobs and have plenty of time for pet care. My husband works during the week and is around in the evenings and the weekends to help care for our pups. I have a fenced in yard a very friendly bulldog named Rosco to keep your pup company. I can also crate your pup if needed.

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Alok K.
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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 238 reviews
60 repeat clients
20 years of experience
WAUKEE, IA, 50263

“Ray loved being with Alok, he played a lot and enjoyed his stay. Alok is a great sitter, knew a lot about dogs and even provided some tricks and tips to us.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary S.
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Mary S.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 17 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

“Charlie was well taken care of. He must have LOVED having a backyard to run around in and friends to play with, he has been sleeping a lot the last couple days.”

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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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Misty B.
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Roxy and her family took such good care of our dog Coco! They were easy to communicate with, and they kept us updated on his adventures. They have plenty of space in their fenced in yard. Coco really enjoyed his time with Roxy and her family!

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Rover is the largest marketplace for local pet care. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or house sitters who specialize in pet sitting, you can narrow your search by entering your ZIP code to find sitters within walking distance in your neighborhood.

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.

Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, daily exercise 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 Sheldahl 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 Sheldahl.

<b>Tip:</b> 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 Sheldahl 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.

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