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Sitter Profile Image: Myle D.
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Myle D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 43 reviews
14 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Hiawatha, IA, 52233

“Very responsive and accommodating! Appreciated that she took the time to do a meet & greet beforehand so that I could make sure my dog would feel comfortable with her dogs. Sent lots of pictures and my little guy looked like he was being very well taken care of with lots of love, cuddles, and walks!”

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Kayla L.
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Amanda B.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“Amanda’s communication was excellent and we discussed my dog’s feeding schedule and needs and she made sure to accommodate. I also received several cute photos during his stay. I could tell he was happy when I went to pick him up. Definitely recommend!”

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Tiffany S.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 87 reviews
38 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cedar rapids, IA, 52404

“Tiffany, thank you so much for the wonderful care you gave Windsir as always!! It truly means a lot to know he is in such kind and attentive hands. Your patience, compassion, and genuine love for animals really shows, and it makes all the difference. Windsor was happy, comfortable, and clearly well looked after. I’m so grateful. Thank you again for treating him like one of your own! 🐾”

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Ashley B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 236 reviews
87 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

“This was Ezra's first time away from home and he had a ball. He made lots of new friends!! He was comatose when he got home and slept through the night...thanks Ashley!!”

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Ali N.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 55 reviews
23 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Swisher, IA, 52338

“Our somewhat clingy mini aussidoodle stayed with Ali when we were out of town for a weekend. Ali did an amazing job looking after Murphy. I felt very comfortable leaving Murphy in her care. Ali is a wonderful communicator who is higly knowledgeable about dogs of every size and character. She has a clear understanding and compassion for all of her canine friends. She sent several pictures of their walks and adventures. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of Murphy! I highly recommend Ali as a sitter and will definitely book with her again. Five stars!!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley D.
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Ashley D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 258 reviews
96 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“Ashley was awesome! She had quick replies, sent me pictures of fifi, and was just all around a great sitter! I can tell fifi was very happy and loved when she stayed! i will definitely rebook with her again :)”

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Aryal C.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Marion, IA, 52302

“This was our first Rover experience and it was awesome! Our beagle Penny loved Aryal! Definitely rebooking with her and we are just thrilled that we found such a wonderful sitter for our furbaby!! Everything went so smoothly - from the initial meeting to picking up Penny when we returned. It is such a relief to know our furry family member is being treated so well and we don't have to worry about her since Aryal has so much experience with dogs!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
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Jessica D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Solon, IA, 52333

“Jessica was phenomenal. She kept me updated with messages and pictures. Big dog seemed so happy and relaxed”

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Alison K.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

“If I could give Alison 10 stars I would. She was our hero this last weekend. Our poor pup caught a case of diarrhea the first night that we left her with the original sitter. While we were on the runway waiting for our airplane to take off, the original sitter called us panicking saying that she could not continue to watch our dog. Rover helped us get in contact with Alison who answered the call for help immediately. She drove all the way to the other sitter’s house to pick up our baby and took amazing care of her. Alison hand fed our dog when she was feeling sick and took her out every hour throughout the night. She made our pup feel right at home and put our minds at ease too. Alison is absolutely the type of person that can be trusted to treat your pet like her own family.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole B.
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Nicole B.
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$29
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 29 reviews
8 repeat clients
16 years of experience
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52403

“Nicole took such amazing care of my dog, Chiquito! ❤️ She was so kind, patient, and loving with him, and it gave me so much peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands. She kept me updated, treated him like her own, and made sure he felt comfortable and happy the entire time. Chiquito can be a little shy at first, but he warmed up to Nicole so quickly, which says a lot about how caring she is. I couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, responsible, and genuinely loving with animals. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my little Chiquito! 🐶💕”

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Paul A.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

“Paul and his son did an amazing job caring for my dog! I felt like we were long lost friends by the time I left when I dropped Kitty off because they are so personable and kind! Paul sent videos and kept in contact with me throughout her stay. Paul went above and beyond by making Kitty some homemade food when I miscalculated and she ran out. I would hands down recommend Paul to anyone looking for a sitter that pays individual attention to your fur baby!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Robert S.
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Robert S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 38 reviews
7 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

“Robert was so helpful with Braxton! We had a last minute cancellation, and needed help with almost no notice. He replied quickly and was happy to work with us for drop off and pick up. Brax had a great time and we definitely will be reaching out again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Smriti T.
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Smriti T.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

About: I am looking forward to meeting and caring for your fur babies. Feel free to message me with any questions or concerns you may have! Generally, my pup gets some play time and exercise in the morning before work, during lunch, and then after work. During work hours, they hang with me in my office playing with toys, enjoying a chewy treat or just cuddling and napping while I work. I have a friendly dog who loves to play (he can be a little vocal - it's the terrier in him) and will be happy to give your fur baby some company. I allow my dog on the furniture and beds, but if you prefer not to, I am happy to adjust per your need. Let me know if your dogs need a specific routine or have play preferences. My main goal is to make sure their time with me is stress-free and they miss you as little as possible.

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Emily Q.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“Emily and Diamond were wonderful sitters. They were communicative, flexible, and took very good, loving care of our dog! Would book them again in the future!”

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Amanda K.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
1 repeat client
23 years of experience
Coralville, IA, 52241

About: I have loved critters of all kinds since childhood. I attended obedience training for my family Rottweiler at age 6, and have cared for many big-breed dogs such as pitbulls, American bulldogs, mastiffs, Great Danes, labs, and more. I have been the trusted pet sitter for friends and family starting as early as middle school, and am also very comfortable around small breeds and senior babies. I have experience with Boston terriers, yorkies, daschunds, beagles, and more. I have and am comfortable with administering necessary meds or topicals for pets with extra health needs. I have also cared for cats, bunnies, fish, and turtles. I am very passionate about rescuing, and happy to discuss any extra care your pet may need due to a life transition like fostering or rescuing. I watched a PETA ad when I was 9 years old and have been vegetarian ever since… I just really love animals! :) I am working part-time from home at the moment, so I am very flexible currently with my schedule. I am typically available in the mornings, afternoons, and early evenings! I have a fenced in backyard, and I do not have a dog of my own. I have a dining area with an extra couch that can be sectioned off if needed for a crate or food. I do have a senior cat who is indoor, who is very friendly with dogs. He grew up around my mom’s beagles, so he doesn’t mind company/energy! I can section off my basement stairs and kitchen for safety if needed. I cannot board any cat-aggressive dogs for my cat’s safety. I do not use any non pet-safe cleaners or pest control in my home.

Sitter Profile Image: Brianna O.
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Brianna O.
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$27
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10 years of experience
Tiffin, IA, 52340

About: I always knew I had this nature since I was little, on taking care of animals. I always want to protect them and make sure they are well, because I love them very much and I get upset when an animal is not okay. Been taking care of animals since I was 5 years old. I currently do not have a full time job but I do have offers around and I want to experience with this app too. My availability depends if I have an interview or I have to do an orientation. I currently have to go to Chicago every week starting on the 16 but I can do weekends. I am very exited, can’t wait to meet all these animals :) My house it is pretty big, and is very safe, there is no kids around and we can always place something on the side for them to stay put into one place !

Sitter Profile Image: Char V.
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Char V.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 58 reviews
24 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Hiawatha, IA, 52233

“We are so happy the way Char cared for our 8 months old Cavapoo! She has some social anxiety but with Char experience, Naiyomi was at the dog park, doggy pool party and relaxing in her home with her fur babies in a couple of days! This made our heart smile:) She kept us updated with endless pics and texts which kept our mind at ease. Char will be the first we will book if we have to leave our fur baby behind again!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey M.
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Lindsey M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
West Branch, IA, 52358

“Lindsey was so amazing! Arya felt at home from the minute she walkedinto Lindsey's home. Lindsey took her for walks and sent me pictures each day. I highly recommend Lindsey!”

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Nicole D.
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$32
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
North Liberty, IA, 52317

“Nicole was great! She was communicative, reliable, and our pup was clearly well taken care of. She sent updates throughout the day which we really appreciated. Would definitely book again!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​”

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Elise P.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Iowa City, IA, 52245

“Elise did a fantastic job with my dog! I could tell that she cared for him and spent a great deal of quality time with him. I’m really impressed!”

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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 Viola 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 Viola.

<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 Viola 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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