Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Waveland Park, Des Moines, IA
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Top rated Waveland Park pet sitters
“Monica showed up promptly for our drop in visit. She was awesome with both of our dogs. She gave plenty of belly rubs and we loved getting pictures of our babies! We will definitely be booking her to come back soon!”
“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.”
“Morgan was absolutely phenomenal! We have some older cats who require medication and she was a pro! Will definitely be reaching out again the next time we leave town.”
“Troy helped us out in a pinch today and was able to add an additional drop-in at the last minute. Our golden retriever has a mind of her own and he successfully navigated her routine. I will definitely contact Troy again.”
“Our pup LOVES Kassy! She has been amazing with her even as she goes through her teething phase, follows our routine and shows up on time. Our cat also loves Kassy which is big bonus points because he doesn’t like anyone but us!”
“Brad does a great job for us. He is always prompt and sends us pictures during every visit. Our two 75 lb rowdies were very happy and well cared for. We will definitely continue to use Brad to care for our dogs when we're out of town.”
“Lisa is very caring and thorough. I had total peace of mind while on vacation that my cats were receiving proper care and attention. My cats and I couldn’t be happier with the service Lisa provides.”
“First time customer and it went perfect. PERFECT!!! Communication was great every day with pics of all our pets. We highly recommend Ash and we’re certain our cats and dogs do too. :-)”
“Alexandra is the answer to my prayers! She is kind, caring, has great communication, and is conscientious not only of my dogs but of my home! I’ve already booked with her!”
“Daniel was so great with our dog! He took great care and updated us frequently with photos. We highly recommend Daniel for your dog sitting/walking needs as well! Thanks Daniel!!”
“Krystal is absolutely amazing! Our dog Nova is scared of all strangers. Krystal was so patient and kind to Nova and was able to gain her trust. I highly recommend Krystal to anyone needing someone to care for their dog!!”
“So happy we contacted Chelsie to watch our kitten! She put us at ease while we were away with updates, pictures and giving medicine to our kitten! We will definitely getting ahold of her again if we ever need a sitter and will let friends and family know about her! Thank you again Chelsie ?”
“Dawn is outstanding! We were nervous to let someone into our home to check on our two kitties each day during our two-week vacation. Dawn made the entire process easy and comforting from beginning to end. After the meet and great, we knew our kitties were in good hands. She provided detailed and personalized updates each day and sent photos. While our cats are typically apprehensive of strangers, Dawn took the time to develop a connection with both of them, adjusting food requirements, brushing and playing with them. She even watered the house plants for us. We never worried for a minute while away. We feel very fortunate to have found Dawn and will certainly recommend her to our family and friends, Thank you, Dawn!!”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Natasha’s updates were incredibly detailed with the sweetest photos, and her communication was top-tier—super responsive, thoughtful, and reassuring every step of the way. She clearly took such great care of our pets, and even went above and beyond by working on some obedience with our (occasionally troublesome) little dog. It was such a relief knowing they were in such capable and kind hands while we were away. Can’t recommend her enough!”
“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!”
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Hanna G.Star Sitter
“Hanna is so attentive and great with Ole!”
Monica D.Star Sitter
“Monica showed up promptly for our drop in visit. She was awesome with both of our dogs. She gave plenty of belly rubs and we loved getting pictures of our babies! We will definitely be booking her to come back soon!”
Cory G.Star Sitter
“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.”
Morgan H.Star Sitter
“Morgan was absolutely phenomenal! We have some older cats who require medication and she was a pro! Will definitely be reaching out again the next time we leave town.”
Troy D.Star Sitter
“Troy helped us out in a pinch today and was able to add an additional drop-in at the last minute. Our golden retriever has a mind of her own and he successfully navigated her routine. I will definitely contact Troy again.”
Kassy D.Star Sitter
“Our pup LOVES Kassy! She has been amazing with her even as she goes through her teething phase, follows our routine and shows up on time. Our cat also loves Kassy which is big bonus points because he doesn’t like anyone but us!”
Brad C.
“Brad does a great job for us. He is always prompt and sends us pictures during every visit. Our two 75 lb rowdies were very happy and well cared for. We will definitely continue to use Brad to care for our dogs when we're out of town.”
Lisa W.Star Sitter
“Lisa is very caring and thorough. I had total peace of mind while on vacation that my cats were receiving proper care and attention. My cats and I couldn’t be happier with the service Lisa provides.”
Ash B.Star Sitter
“First time customer and it went perfect. PERFECT!!! Communication was great every day with pics of all our pets. We highly recommend Ash and we’re certain our cats and dogs do too. :-)”
Alexandra H.Star Sitter
“Alexandra is the answer to my prayers! She is kind, caring, has great communication, and is conscientious not only of my dogs but of my home! I’ve already booked with her!”
Daniel F.Star Sitter
“Daniel was so great with our dog! He took great care and updated us frequently with photos. We highly recommend Daniel for your dog sitting/walking needs as well! Thanks Daniel!!”
Krystal H.
“Krystal is absolutely amazing! Our dog Nova is scared of all strangers. Krystal was so patient and kind to Nova and was able to gain her trust. I highly recommend Krystal to anyone needing someone to care for their dog!!”
Chelsie L.
“So happy we contacted Chelsie to watch our kitten! She put us at ease while we were away with updates, pictures and giving medicine to our kitten! We will definitely getting ahold of her again if we ever need a sitter and will let friends and family know about her! Thank you again Chelsie ?”
Javon L.Star Sitter
“Very considerate, consistent with communication, and attentive to care details. My Kittens were well taken care of, would definitely book again. Thank you!”
Dawn B.Star Sitter
“Dawn is outstanding! We were nervous to let someone into our home to check on our two kitties each day during our two-week vacation. Dawn made the entire process easy and comforting from beginning to end. After the meet and great, we knew our kitties were in good hands. She provided detailed and personalized updates each day and sent photos. While our cats are typically apprehensive of strangers, Dawn took the time to develop a connection with both of them, adjusting food requirements, brushing and playing with them. She even watered the house plants for us. We never worried for a minute while away. We feel very fortunate to have found Dawn and will certainly recommend her to our family and friends, Thank you, Dawn!!”
Natasha A.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter! Natasha’s updates were incredibly detailed with the sweetest photos, and her communication was top-tier—super responsive, thoughtful, and reassuring every step of the way. She clearly took such great care of our pets, and even went above and beyond by working on some obedience with our (occasionally troublesome) little dog. It was such a relief knowing they were in such capable and kind hands while we were away. Can’t recommend her enough!”
Tanya H.Star Sitter
“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!”
Madison B.
“Everything taken care of.”
Jessica D.
“Jessica did a great job with our dogs! They love to give kisses and play ball and she accommodated that well. Will definitely be using Jessica again!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Waveland Park on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Waveland Park.
Rover makes it easy to find Waveland Park 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
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.
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