Pet Sitting in Waukee
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Top rated Waukee pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Melissa did a great job watching my kitties again! She gives great pictures and updates while I am away and makes me feel so comfortable leaving my cats in her care!”


“This is the second time Audrey has taken care of my cat Trix. Finding her through Rover has been a huge relief, as I never wanted to go through the boarding process. Audrey has been amazing with Trix, who has a little separation anxiety. She is very reliable and I’m confident that she is in the right hands. I can tell she genuinely cares for every animal she takes care of. I highly recommend that anybody looking for a caring and dependable pet sitter, should book with Audrey.”

“Lauren has been an absolute doll to work with! She is so kind and thoughtful! She’s super communicative and respectful of hour home and always sends the best updates & pics of our pup! He looks so happy in every one of them and I know he’s being well taken care of! I would 100% recommend Lauren to anyone who is looking for a pup sitter! She is so flexible and even does last minute drop ins! Will definitely continue to work with her in the future :)”

“As always, Jacqueline took better than the best care of our dog and cat while we were away along with the extra (garbage, packages, etc). Can’t wait to have her back! Thank you!”

“Laurna is great with my dog Keira. She is very dependable and I trust her. It is good knowing that she is willing and able to handle my very high energy girl who is still learning manners, and the challenges that come with her breed and age. Her communication with me provides the information I need about how my dog is doing while I'm away.”

“Olivia was the BEST!!! This was our first time using Rover and we couldn’t have had a better experience!! Thank you Olivia for taking such good care of Maizy! We will definitely call on you again!”

“Abigail did such a great job with our hyper boy! Loved the pics and updates. She’s always right on time is very dependable. We’ll definitely be reaching out for more visits!”

“Jessica was an excellent choice to catsit while we were away for Christmas. She was very communicative and sent tons of pictures each visit. She was also kind enough to take out our trash, bring in the mail, and she kept the litterbox spotless. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!”

“Elliana was very responsive, professional, and reliable dog sitting my 2 dogs. She provided updates regularly and kept me in the loop while I was away. My dogs loved her and enjoyed her company.”

“So happy with Hallie’s drop-in visits! She does such an amazing job at taking care of my dogs, always keeping me posted and sending photos! My dogs fully enjoy their time with her, too! Highly recommend Hallie for any of your dog’s needs! ❤️❤️❤️”

About: Been a life long pet lover for years. Have taken care of family and friends pets since I was little. Pets deserve more than just a sitter I am currently looking for a part time job!! I have enough time too take your dogs for walks. And also too make sure your animals are feed and happy!! My family has 4 dogs that I take care of when they are gone. They also have 2 cats that I care for. They always ask me too take care of them!!
About: My mother runs my hometown's animal shelter; I built it with her from the ground up when I was eight. Ever since then I have continued to help when I visit home. I have worked with all personality types, breeds, and exceptional cases. I've done hands-on work with elderly pets to newborn puppies and kittens. In addition, I have house-sat for owners with many cats to one, a variety of dogs, and many with specific needs throughout the day. I myself have a dog and it's my top priority to give your pet everything it needs to be happy and healthy as if it were my own. I work weekdays from 9-5:30 pm but my calendar will be updated biweekly on weekends I’m available at this time. Feel free to reach out with any questions regarding scheduling! I always ask for a very detailed list of where the food and treats are kept, special medication, things they can and cannot have, etc. I also want to know their favorite toys, what their personality is like, do they like to play fetch, go on walks, or just to have some company indoors. If the animal has any health conditions I ask if I should be aware of anything other than medication when it comes to their health. If you pet is shy around strangers I ask to be shown the best way to approach them in your experience during the first meeting to ensure your pet feels safe.
“Nejra is amazing. She came and met Bear and was very loving. She cared for my boy and gave him all the love he deserves! I would definitely rebook with her with no doubt in my mind!”

“Katie did a great job checking in on our three pugs! She was punctual and maintained their routines, providing us with great updates and pictures with each visit! We will absolutely book with Katie again! :)”

“Ren was AMAZING!!!! We have found our forever friend for our fur baby! She went above and beyond and definitely reassured us every step of the way! We will be booking Ren anytime we are going out of town! She was the best and so so truth worthy! Thank you a million”
Over 431 pet parents in Waukee have booked pet sitting
Waukee pet parents share their Rover experiences
Samantha did an awesome job hanging out with our two dogs while we were out for a birthday dinner. She sent pictures and was very communicative even though we were only gone for a couple hours. It made our night stress-free, knowing our dogs were being well taken care of.

Lauren was the absolute sweetest. She took amazing care of our 3 kittys and made sure that they had fresh food and water as well as treats. She is a very kind person and is excellent at communication. We absolutely loved the daily updates and photos of our babies. We would definitely book with Lauren again.

From the moment, Amina walked into my home, AJ immediately bonded with her. I knew that she was the perfect one to watch over my kitty, while I was gone. Good communicator. This was my first experience w Rover, so I didn’t know what to expect between my pet sitter & the Rover system.

Rain has been an absolute star taking care of my two cat. Rain was fully engaged in all the communications and proceedings from the start to the end, and beyond. Both cats have complex medical needs, Momo are more challenging, requiring a specific type of care, equaling to vet nurse treatment, which is not for the faint hearted. Especially since momo had pills and syringe med to take. And yumi is extremely picky at the litter box. Rain didn’t bat an eyelid at this at all, and took superb care of both of them. On top of that, Chris provided a detailed update after each visit, accompanied by the most beautiful photos of my furbabies. You are an amazing cat/dog nanny anyone can ask for :). I am so grateful for your help, Rain! Thank you!

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Waukee is $20
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Sitters in Waukee average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Waukee on Rover as of Apr 2026 was about $20 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 Apr 2026, there are 268 pet sitters in Waukee. 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, 85% of Waukee pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Waukee have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 Waukee.
Rover makes it easy to find Waukee 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 268 pet sitters in Waukee on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Waukee, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.
















