House Sitting in Urbandale
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Top rated Urbandale house sitters
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Good communication. Willingness to do a meet and greet and house sit on short notice was a life saver. Rachel and family seem to really love pets and get to know their personalities. Our animals were all happy when we came home.”

“Jessica was great! We were out of town 4 nights, and then our flight got delayed and she was able to adjust her schedule to stay a 5th night to take care of our dog. She sent photos and updates at least twice a day and I felt better knowing I had someone here at our house to care for our dog (instead of boarding him). Our dog has some anxiety and allergy issues and she took care of all his meds and gave him lots of love and cuddles. She also washed all the bedding, towels and took the trash out (which she didn't need to do but did it anyhow). Highly recommend! Thanks again, Jessica.”

“Yasmin took amazing care of our sweet girl for 5 days. She was meticulous and adjusted to exactly how we needed Juniper cared for. She sent updates every few hours and made me feel at ease being away.”

“Sam was fantastic with my little old lady Tiffany. Due to an eye injury, Tiffany couldn’t be left home alone and I was very worried about working. Sam was able to stay with her all day while I was at work, navigated the cone and medicine schedule with ease, kept me informed on what Tiffany was up to and how she was feeling, and just generally took excellent care of her. Tiffany is very stubborn and reactive, Sam managed this really well. I felt no stress at all having to leave my sick dog at home because she was in such great hands. Tiffany was relaxed and happy each day when I got home. 10/10 recommend Sam!!”

“Monica was great. Very professional, communicated well, and took great care of the house and our dog. Will definitely be on my list for future sitter or dog walker needs.”

“Raelyn took excellent care of our Lab while we were out of town. She provided lots of updates with pictures and very communicative with us. We have already rebooked her!”

“Andrea did a wonderful job caring for our two golden retrievers and elderly calico! She was very conscientious and didn’t miss a beat administering medication, cleaning up our cat’s mess and picking up after the dog’s outside. We came home to a very clean home! I would absolutely ask Andrea to sit for us again!”

“We were apprehensive leaving Joey with someone we didn’t know due to some special needs but felt at ease when connecting with Dawn during our meet and greet. Dawn was great and Joey was well cared for. She provided us with updates and we didn’t worry about him one bit. We’ll definitely ask Dawn to care for Joey again!! Thank you Dawn!!”

“I can’t say enough about Allison. She is personable, timely, responsible, a great communicator, clean and dependable. Allison took great care of our 2 small dogs, took care of our plants and our house was in tip top condition when we came home. She went above and beyond. Highly recommend her!”

“Daniel was amazing! He agreed to watch Jc last minute which was a huge blessing! I would 100% recommend Daniel as he made sure Jc felt safe and loved!”

“Lori took very good care of our 2 very different dogs. One has anxiety issues and one is so little and hates being alone. We had to be away for 8 days, and since this was our 1st time using this service we were a bit nervous...but it all turned out fantastic and I feel so much better about leaving my girls. I will be using Lori again and highly recommend her to care for your 4 legged fur babies.”

“Katlin did a wonderful job taking care of our 5 pets while we were out of town for Thanksgiving. She was reliable, friendly and great at communicating with us. Our pets were healthy and happy upon our return!”
“Stacey did so great with my dogs. One of my dogs is extremely afraid of strangers but instantly approached Stacey during or initial meet and greet. Will definitely be using Stacey again!”

About: I’ve owned and cared for three big dogs for years, so I understand the energy, strength, and love that come with larger breeds. I’m patient, confident, and comfortable with dogs of all sizes and personalities — from playful puppies to calm seniors. I pay close attention to each pet’s routine and body language to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’m currently in college, so my schedule is flexible and allows me plenty of time for pet care throughout the week. Spending time with animals is something I truly enjoy — it’s a great balance to my classes and daily routine. Whether it’s early morning walks, mid-day check-ins, or evening playtime, I make sure each pet gets my full attention and care. When I care for pets in their own home, I focus on keeping them comfortable and sticking to their normal routine. I make sure they’re fed on time, get plenty of play and walks, and always have fresh water. I also keep their space clean and cozy, and give them lots of attention and affection so they feel safe while their owners are away. I respect each home and follow any specific instructions to make sure everything stays just how you like it.
“Katherine did a great job watching all of our animals. She was able to handle multiple days and nights with multiple pets and could handle complex instructions and gave them the best care. Would definately use again”

“Christina was extremely communicative and treated the dogs fantastic! She also left the house in great shape and followed my instruction sheet to the letter, which I truly appreciated. Highly recommend!”

About: When it comes to cats and dogs, I care for them as I would for a child. I grew up in a home where we had 5 cats and a lot of other animals. I loved them and I always making sure they had their food and if they needs to go out I took them out. I’m working part time and I have a lot of time to take care of your cats and dogs. I have free time in the morning and evening. I am living in an apartment with two roommates so I prefer to care for your pets in your house. I would stay with them all the time and make sure if they need anything. I have a strong sense of understanding what an animals especially cats and dogs want.
Over 294 pet parents in Urbandale have booked house sitting
Urbandale pet parents share their Rover experiences
Rachel was amazing for her first stay with Oscar (dog) & Mimi (cat). Excellent, consistent communication and very caring service for my babies. Oscar is a shy little boy, and she took lots of time allowing him to feel comfortable and showed great patience and understanding. Left the house clean and well cared for, I would welcome her back anytime to care for my pets!

My rather large and silly 5 month old sheepadoodle puppy jumped in her lap when she noticed Nadine. She has never done that with any other person. So this is now the second person from rover.com that has been absolutely excellent with my dog and her quirky personality and sometimes odd behaviors. I am so pleased to have found another person to sit with my sweet dog.

Erin did a great job caring for my four pack. Her pictures and videos showed me relaxed dogs comfortably snuggled onto her lap just like they like it. It’s nice to be able to leave them in their home environment and know they’re being cared for and loved on by someone who truly loves and enjoys pets.

Lydia is outstanding. Our senior dog can often get anxious when we are away, but he was visibly calm and relaxed with Lydia. She gave us frequent updates and kept us well informed. And while he was very happy to have us home it wasn't the manic greeting we have experienced before, it was clear he was well cared for and experienced a calm and relaxing environment while we were away.
Brianna did an amazing job taking care of our 4 dogs on such a short notice. She went above what I ever expected she kept me informed on how it was going and also sent pictures through out the stay. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a sitter!

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2. Meet & Greet
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3. Book & Pay
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Urbandale is $40
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Sitters in Urbandale average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Urbandale on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $40 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Mar 2026, there are 626 house sitters in Urbandale. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Urbandale house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Urbandale have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Urbandale.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Urbandale house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.














