Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Waterbury, Des Moines, IA
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1. Shelly E.
“Shelly (and her daughter) provided excellent care for all 3 of our cats while we were gone for a weekend, out of state. Our cats can be particular and she went above and beyond, making sure all their needs were met, and communicated every detail with us. We will definitely book with Shelly again and would recommend her to anyone needing a cat sitter in the Waukee area.”
2. Jeremy G.
“Jeremy was fantastic! He went above and beyond to take care of small housekeeping tasks for our kitties, and he captured photos of our babies having fun and playing despite their shy personalities. He was incredibly understanding and accommodating with communication while my husband and I were busy trying to plan our trip, and Jeremy is clearly a natural with animals and a kind, patient soul! We would hire him again in a heartbeat.”
3. Lori G.
“I was nervous about using Rover as this was my first time and Lori was great! I have a dog that can be territorial and protective and she let me know that he did well and sent many pics. Highly recommend!”
4. Monica D.
“Monica was great with our pets. Our kitty even deigned her worth some pets.. which is amazing. She kept us well in the loop and our dog is thinking of possibly adopting her. She will shower your furry friends with affection and attention.”
5. Tanya H.
“Tanya was extremely attentive to our cats while we were gone and very attuned to their body language and (obviously) non-verbal communication. She was also great at communicating with us. Couldn’t recommend a better caretaker - would gladly hire her again!”
6. Troy D.
“Troy was awesome with Asher!! Left very detailed feedback, and got him some much needed exercise during the day while I'm gone. Asher was very tired after, which is the goal! I have no complaints and would recommend to anyone looking to supplement some socialization and exercise for their pets.”
7. Javon L.
“Very considerate, consistent with communication, and attentive to care details. My Kittens were well taken care of, would definitely book again. Thank you!”
8. Sarah P.
“Sarah has been sitting for our bulldog, Amelia, since August 2019. She takes her on daily walks and feeds her lunch. Sarah has been extremely reliable, communicates well and proactively checks in on upcoming schedule. Love the pics and updates she sends. Amelia loves her time with Sarah and we have piece of mind that she is being well cared for. Highly recommend Sarah!”
9. Cory G.
“My dogs and cat were in such good hands. Highly recommend him. Will use again and again. Was in another country and he was so patient with my payment issue. I didn’t have to worry even at 3700 miles away.”
10. Lisa W.
“Lisa was fantastic with our kitties! We came home to two very happy and well-cared cats. Prior to booking, Lisa met us and our cats at our apartment and was very attentive to us describe our cats routines and behaviors. During the booking Lisa provided detailed updates and pictures from her drop-ins to leave our minds at ease while we were gone for the holidays. We highly recommend her for any of your cat-sitting needs and will definitely be using Lisa again for future drop-in needs for our cats!”
11. Alexandra H.
“Thank you so much for taking such great care of Harvey! Ali was wonderful to work with! She was on time and sent a picture of our fur baby during drop in.”
12. Jessica D.
“Jessica was fantastic! She really listened to our concerns beforehand and took everything we said into account. She gave us detailed reviews for each visit and was friendly to both us and our pets. We will absolutely be hiring her for petsitting again!”
13. Jenea V.
“Jenea did a wonderful job with our babies. One of our cats is pretty grumpy and Jenea did so well with her! Highly recommend her, especially for those who have spicy kitties 😊”
14. Nichole H.
“Nichole is amazing! She was great at communicating when we were setting everything up and our cat warmed up to her very quickly; they were already cuddling by the second day! We were really able to enjoy our vacation knowing that Nichole was taking care of our boy!”
15. Morgan H.
“Morgan has been great with our pup! Will definitely be using her again for drop ins. Quick and easy bookings when we need someone last minute :)”
16. Aleasha B.
“Aleasha is the best! She was able to do a next day check-in on my pup Milo! I appreciate the last minute help when I had to go out of town! Thank you again!”
17. Alison J.
“Alison is the best!!! We met through a recommendation from a friend and she has been nothing but amazing!!! I was scared to leave my baby with anyone because he is a pitbull and very active but the sweetest pup in the world! She has always done so well with him and he's always so happy to go with her. She sends picture updates to let me know he is doing fine and it is such a huge relief for someone like me who is over protective of their baby! LOL... Long story short I would recommend her with 5 stars 🌟”
18. Aurora A.
“Aurora did an absolutely amazing job. She took care of our cats and went above and beyond. I trust her to take care of our furbabies as she is experienced, kind and a huge animal lover, no matter how spicy they can be! I highly recommend her services! 😸”
19. Patty D.
“Patty is a dog loving soul who connects with dogs of all breeds! I’ve seen her with a chihuahua, and then with my large breed labradoodles, and she gets along well with them all. She is responsible, good natured, and punctual.”
20. Molly T.
“Molly was so good with my cat and it is super friendly. She visited at the established time and followed the instructions. I recommend Molly.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Waterbury on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $18 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 154 pet sitters in Waterbury. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 88% of Waterbury pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Waterbury have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Waterbury.
Rover makes it easy to find Waterbury pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 154 pet sitters in Waterbury on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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