Cat Sitting in Van Meter

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Sitter Profile Image: Lucinda W.
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Lucinda W.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Van Meter, IA, 50261

Callie & Otto seemed so relaxed which is a huge relief for me.

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Connie M.
Sitter Profile Image: Cohle N.
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Cohle N.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
De Soto, IA, 50069

Cohle took amazing care of my animals like they were her own. She sent pictures and updates. She’s very flexible and extremely nice. Would definitely recommend to any pet parent! I will absolutely be using her services again in the future!

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Maggi M.
Sitter Profile Image: Isabella L.
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Isabella L.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Our cats loved their visits with Isabella! We were completely at peace knowing they were in good hands and very thankful for the daily updates and photos. Isabella even went above and beyond to fix a problem with the litter tray she noticed during a visit! So glad to have found her services and would highly recommend!

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Olivia E.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
34 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Olivia took great care of my cats while I was on vacation. She made sure they their litter box was clean and they had food and water. I really appreciated all the pictures Olivia sent me too. I will definitely book Olivia again!

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Aubri S.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
11 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Adel, IA, 50003

Did an amazing job with my cats! Super reliable. Would definitely love to book with you in the future again :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan B.
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Megan B.
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$18
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5 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I have taken care of pets since I was young - both cats and dogs. I have also worked in veterinary medicine and will provide services that include letting dogs out, taking them on walks, dog/cat sitting, and managing food/medication schedules as needed. I am also available to give your dog a bath or simply be there to play with them to get rid of some energy! I have a schedule that allows time blocks for breaks and the ability for me to take care of pets, while also only having a part-time job that will allow me time to spend with cats & dogs. I currently have 1 cat and 1 dog who I love dearly. I enjoy spending time with my dog who I take for walks, give many pup cups too, and even snuggle with on lazy days. I also have a loving cat that loves attention, so I tend to spend many days petting him, giving him fun treats, and snuggling with as well.

Sitter Profile Image: Traci T.
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Traci T.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Traci was flexible with my last minute booking and sent photos. She was communicative and took good care of my cat. Would use again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Andrea T.
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Andrea T.
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$18
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4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
26 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

We'll definitely book Andrea again! We love that she has her own questionnaire to get to know your pets, and she was great with communication. Her car wouldn't start one day, and she was prepared to hire an Uber/Lyft to ensure she got to our house to take care of our kitties.

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Sitter Profile Image: Elliana C.
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Elliana C.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
13 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Elliana was AMAZING! She was very communicative and sent me lots of updates and photos on my kitties while I was away this past weekend. She really went above and beyond to give them lots of attention, and had so much patience and grace for my grouchy kitty. Would highly recommend her!

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Daniela D.
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$18
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10 years of experience
De Soto, IA, 50069

About: I have been dog sitting since I have been 15! I have two of my own and I would love to help out care for you dogs whenever you’re not able to! I’m a personal trainer and have a pretty flexible schedule most weeks. I tend to have a few hours between my sessions that allow me to take care of your furry one while you’re at work or busy with life! I have a fenced in yard with plenty of space for your pet to play, be safe and enjoy some outside time while being away from home.

Sitter Profile Image: Brianna M.
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Brianna M.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

She did a fantastic job and followed my care instructions completely.

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily E.
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Emily E.
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$12
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20 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals-dogs, cats, and everything in between, so caring for pets has always been second nature to me. From pet sitting for neighbors as a kid to loving on my own furry family members, animals have been a constant in my life. I know pets aren’t just pets, they’re family. That’s why I treat every dog or cat in my care with the same love, attention, and patience I give my own. As a stay-at-home mom with my kids in school full time, I have plenty of free time during the weekdays to dedicate to caring for pets. I’m home and available most mornings, afternoons, and early evenings, which makes scheduling walks, drop-ins, or daytime care easy and flexible. I’m happy to work around your pet’s routine to make sure they feel comfortable, cared for, and loved while you’re away. I only care for pets in their own home, where they’re most comfortable and everything smells familiar! I always follow your instructions closely-from feeding routines to favorite toys and I keep your pet’s safety and well being my top priority. I treat every home with respect and make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and stress free while you’re away.

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Tim & Jenna M.
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$9
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
18 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Tim & Jenna did an awesome job looking after Simba while we were away. He is a super shy cat but they made sure he felt comfortable! Would definitely recommend them for drop-in sitting.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tyren B.
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Tyren B.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Tyren always does a great job with communication. He even brings in our packages which we appreciate so much! We’ve had him several times now and he is reliable and thorough.

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Sitter Profile Image: Noel L.
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Noel L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
4 repeat clients
22 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Noel did a great job and followed all the instructions for our little old man cat and was very respectful of his shyness. We greatly appreciate the care towards our senior cat.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ben J.
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Ben J.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Adel, IA, 50003

Ben is an amazing pet sitter. He is kind to my pet and to me. He is our favorite on Rover to use with my kitten!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenni M.
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Jenni M.
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$23
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6 years of experience
De Soto, IA, 50069

About: I love making sure animals feel comfortable and welcomed. I have dog sat for my family for many years. I grew up having animals all around me and I love them to death and could not picture life without them. Helping out is something I love to do for people and making things as easy as possible for everyone involved. Give me the chance to love your animal when it’s convenient for you and I promise they will come home to you just as you left them and they will be super loved while in my care. Pets are like family members and I will always treat them as if they were my own. I am very patient with shy animals and I’m passionate as well. I’d love to have the opportunity to work with your animals.

Sitter Profile Image: Lisa B.
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Lisa B.
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$12
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40 years of experience
Adel, IA, 50003

About: I’m very attentive to details and love all fur babies. I believe in keeping animals on regular schedules for feeding and exercise. Your dog will be well loved and cared for at my house! I live on a farm with equines, so my schedule is built around their feeding and exercise, which means that I’m home most of the time. My dog (and yours) is inside the house, except when outside in the fenced area or on a leash while on a walk around our property each evening. Millie is our very active senior dog who is less than 20 pounds. She lost her older buddy a few years ago and would love a friend to hang out with. We have a very large fenced yard for them to play in, but they will be inside unless they want to play outside.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren G.
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Lauren G.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Appreciate Lauren taking great care and being very responsive. She followed up within 10 minutes to every inquiry. Definitely will rely on her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah W.
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Sarah W.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
10 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Van Meter, IA, 50261

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes since I was 5 years old. I was raised on a farm, and now have two of my own. I am a teacher, and I will keep my availability open as my schedule allows. I will always make sure my schedule is updated. I make sure that your pet is my priority when scheduling any other events. Reba and Dolly love the company, they are combined 10lbs of spicy chihuahua-ness. I love being able to help you out as a fellow pet-owner. I want this to be as stress-free as possible!

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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Van Meter on Rover as of Mar 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.

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As of Mar 2026, there are 220 cat sitters in Van Meter. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Van Meter cat sitters respond in under an hour.

Cat sitters in Van Meter have an average of 15 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Van Meter.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Van Meter cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.

There are 220 cat sitters in Van Meter on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Van Meter, 93% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.