House Sitting in Waukee

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Sitter Profile Image: Clare F.
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Clare F.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
5 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Claire was amazing with our two (somewhat high-maintenance) French Bulldogs, one of which is still a puppy. She cared for them and our home and sent us several updates and pictures each day. We’ll definitely be having her dog sit again!

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Jordana M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Jordana has timely communications. She gave affectionate care and helped our cat stick to his routine while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Lori G.
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Lori G.
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$72
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5.0 out of 5 stars
220 reviews
71 repeat clients
35 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

I was nervous about leaving my baby with anyone, but after our meet and greet I was very comfortable leaving Bella with Lori. Bella immediately connected with Lori. I will definitely have her stay with Bella again.

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Brianna M.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Great communication. Everything was awesome for our pups while we were gone.

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Sarah C.
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$51
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5.0 out of 5 stars
302 reviews
83 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Clive, IA, 50325

Sarah did great and my pets were so happy when I came home. I loved getting pictures and updates. 3 of my pets are seniors with special needs and she did great.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly R.
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Kelly R.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
30 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Kelly did an amazing job taking care of my two fur babies. I will rebook her again and I appreciate all the love and care she gave my puppies and my home. Thank you, Kelly.

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Patti V.
Sitter Profile Image: Mckenna B.
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Mckenna B.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

McKenna did great with my chihuahua Sassy who lives up to her name and can be quite Sassy! She was patient, caring, and attentive with our baby! Sent frequent updates on how she was doing and very trustworthy!

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail T.
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Abigail T.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
21 repeat clients
14 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Abby was amazing! She took great care of Goose and kept us updated with texts and pictures. She really made leaving our sweet girl so much easier by doing everything possible to make us and Goose comfortable. We will definitely request Abby again!

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Julie M.
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Kara P.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Dallas Center, IA, 50063

Kara was very prompt, caring and dependable when taking care of our older cat & energetic puppy. We were happy to receive pics & texts of our pets through the day. Would highly recommend Kara.

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan C.
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Megan C.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes small to extra large as well as cats and even some exotic pets. I have been the go to sitter for my friends and family every time they go on vacation. I love caring for animals and can’t wait to help you with yours. I am experienced with animals- puppies to elderly dogs, kittens to elderly cats. I homeschool my kids so I have a very flexible schedule and can work with what you need. I mostly have open afternoons and Friday through the weekend. While I’m taking care of your pet I will do all I can to assure they are taken care of physically as well as emotionally offering love, play and exercise, whatever it is they need that day. Every pet is different and I will work with you to ensure they are getting what they need from me, walks, pets or play.

Sitter Profile Image: Emily E.
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Emily E.
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$26
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2 repeat clients
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.

Sitter Profile Image: Allison G.
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Allison G.
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$58
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5.0 out of 5 stars
121 reviews
35 repeat clients
36 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50309

Allison was AWESOME!!! She took excellent care of our babies. Our house was clean and tidy when we returned home. She communicated often and asked great questions to make sure she was the right things for our babies. She was also very flexible as our leave and return times were not definite. I would highly recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Elliana C.
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Elliana C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
13 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

Elliana did a great job with our 5 month old golden. She was very responsive and sent pics throughout her stay with him. I was so worried about how he’d do his first time away from us and was quickly at ease once I saw all the cuddle pics. Will definitely book with Elliana again!

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Kelly H.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica D.
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Jessica D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
43 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Des Moines, IA, 50322

Jessica is amazing! She communicates with us regularly while on the job and keeps us at ease that our dog is in excellent hands. And our dog loves her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jen C.
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Jen C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
247 reviews
52 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Grimes, IA, 50111

Jen was a wonderful dog sitter for our dog Rafiki! She has excellent communication, kept us updated frequently, and genuinely enjoyed her time with our special little guy! We found out Rafiki had an ear infection right before we left and Jen was so gracious as to administer his medicine. We will definitely be working with Jen in the future!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison S.
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Madison S.
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$27
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10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I've been caring for pets since I was at least 12! I've had cats & dogs mostly, but I love animals! Experienced with treating health conditions in dogs & am very willing to learn! I'm known for my track record of being dependable & never canceling work unless absolutely necessary! I am not currently working full time, so I am available 24/7 as of right now! I am ready to work as soon as possible! 😊 I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pets and home. I treat every pet as if they were my own and take the time to learn their routines, preferences, and needs. Whether I’m stopping by for a visit, taking a walk, or staying overnight, I prioritize safety, consistency, and plenty of attention. I’m dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to keeping owners updated with regular messages and photos. You can count on me to follow instructions carefully, respect your home, and provide a calm, caring environment while you’re away.

Sitter Profile Image: Lenaya A.
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Lenaya A.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Urbandale, IA, 50322

Lenaya is a super star when it comes to pup sitting. Peace of mind is everything when it comes to finding the right person for your pups and she’ll give you that.

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Sitter Profile Image: Zoe Y.
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Zoe Y.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I am a huge dog lover! I can walk, watch, play and do all the things to get your pup out of the house and moving around! I’m currently a college student studying Biology so this is just a little side gig that I do when I’m not studying or in class! I have a two story house where I can take dogs as well as access to a park near by! Whatever you need I can make do!

Sitter Profile Image: Belinda (Lindi) R.
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Belinda (Lindi) R.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
6 years of experience
Waukee, IA, 50263

About: I have been dog sitting for about 7 years. I have dog sat for about 10 different families, these families continue to use me as their dog sitter when needed as I am a trustworthy pet sitter, I care for your animal like they are my own and really want to make sure your pet is as comfortable as they can be while you are away! I currently work full-time as a Dental Assistant. I will be able to let your dog out over my lunch hour as needed! My schedule is very flexible and usually am available anytime unless I am dogsitting for another family. I will care for your pet as if they were my own and will treat them how I would want my pet to be cared for if I were away. My heart for animals is huge and wish for them to be as comfortable as they can be while you guys are away from your home!

Sitter Profile Image: Yasmin M.
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Yasmin M.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
30 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Drake, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Yasmin went above and beyond and took my kitten Sir Snuggles to the vet when he was not feeling well (with my approval) when I was on travel abroad. She even got the vet on the phone at the appointment to talk to me. She was fantastic - and Snuggs is all better now thanks to her help.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Clare was a great house sitter! She provided regular updates, pictures, and took good care of our dogs. Would book again!

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Matt S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We found Elliana because our previous Rover sitter cancelled, and Elliana showed up immediately for the meet and greet and really saved us a lot of headache. We can tell she’s great with dogs! Regular updates and no issues with giving Emma her meds, on top of accommodating Emma’s potty break schedule. She also took good care of the house, even went above and beyond to clean Emma’s bed before leaving. We’re very happy with Elliana, definitely will come back to her!

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Noel N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lauren was just fabulous with both of our dogs. She stayed with them for 5 nights, took them on daily walks and made sure they had lots of playtime during their day. Lauren sent daily updates and lots of cute pics! We knew our dogs were being well taken care of so we could enjoy our time away. Will definitely book with Lauren again and highly recommend her to care for your fur babies!

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Jean P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Traci is so amazing! Our pets loved her so much. She is very attentive and detailed which i really appreciate. She stayed with our pets for 7 days and everything went very smooth. She is very kind and easy to work with. Highly recommend.

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Tennyson H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Karley was amazing with our golden retriever, Dierks, and he seemed very happy and relaxed when we returned! I especially appreciated how accommodating Karley was with schedule changes that happened last minute. We would definitely recommend Karley and will be booking with her again!🤩

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Stephanie F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Gracie did such a great job! She’s so kind and kept us updated with lots of pictures. Would definitely use Gracie again!! Thank you!

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Chrissy K.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Waukee is $45

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Sitters in Waukee average 4
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Frequently asked questions about Rover

House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Waukee on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $45 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.

If you’re searching for a Waukee house sitter for the first time, visit the house sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a house sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 521 house sitters in Waukee. 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, 89% of Waukee house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Waukee 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 Waukee.

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. Waukee 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.