Dog Walking in Waveland Woods, Des Moines, IA
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1. Cory G.

“Cory is matter-of-fact, flexible, and a good energy for our hyper lab mix. We were able to schedule an additional walk during our vacation which we really appreciated. We received updates each time he stopped by. Big fan!”


2. Jessica D.

“Jessica was great! She took time out of her night to come visit Koda the night before she walked him and see how they did with each other! She was also a great walker and was willing to just hang out with him outside of his kennel and play with his toys! We will definitely be going back to Jessica again!”


3. Andrew & Jackson G.

“Drew is wonderful!! So accommodating with my schedule, where my dog will be day-to-day, and super sweet with Yukon! Responsive, responsible, and friendly. Highly recommend!!”


4. Brad C.


“Brad was amazing with our dog! He was incredibly conscious and respectful about maintaining any routines and training we had already established with our dog and was great with our sometimes unruly boy! I was very impressed with how communicative he was and took very well composed and extremely cute photos to send us! I would absolutely recommend Brad!”


5. Troy D.

“I was able to book Troy on short notice, which was very helpful. He was prompt, friendly, and my dog was instantly comfortable with him. I’d definitely recommend Troy and plan to book him again in the future!”


6. Sydney S.

“Sydney is great! She responds quickly to messages and our Billy loves his walks with her!!”


7. Natalie L.
“Natalie has helped take care of my dog Harvey for the last year. He is still a puppy so can be quite a handful, but Natalie is always so great with him! She is patient and very loving with him and we are so grateful for her help :)”


8. Tiffany K.

“Dog seem comfortable with her, took them for a nice walk”


9. Alexandra H.

“Nila loved going on a walk with Alexandra and was so happy afterwards! She was flexible even with our last minute request, great at communicating, and understood the differences in dog personalities and how to work with that. Definitely would recommend her!”


10. Jenea V.

“Jenea often cares for our dog, Callie. She treats her just as her own. Our dog loves her and is always excited to see her!”


11. Courtney C.


“Courtney is a great communicator and clearly loves animals! My dog Roscoe had a great time on walks with her, and our cat even got some bonus love out of it. I especially liked the funny and creative pictures Courtney took.”


12. Aleasha B.

“Aleasha is amazing! Our pup Nila gets so excited every time she sees her. She is great at communication and very reliable. Aleasha has always done an incredible job of watching to any cues if something is making her nervous and letting Nila show what she is comfortable with and what she is interested in. Nila always comes home happy and ready for a nap.”


13. Monica D.

“This was our first time using Rover and Monica made the process so easy. She sent us notes and lots of pictures at every visit. She took cues from our dog on how far she could walk at each visit depending on the weather and then spent time cuddling our Boston Terrier too (which is just as important for our dog as exercise). We were out of town and never had to worry if things were going well! Our family highly recommends Monica for your pet walking/sitting needs!!”


14. Anna B.
“I have know Anna her whole life and know that she has a true heartfelt love for all animals. Dogs , cats, birds, rabbits, turtles, horses, guinea pig and hamsters Anna has taken care of them all. She takes the care of animals very seriously. If she does not know how best to interact or respond to an animals needs she will research the issue. She has taken many college level courses on animal care. Anna is very friendly and gets along with both 2 and 4 legged creatures. She is responsible and would be a wonderful pet sitter. She has almost always had a dog in her life. Anna is someone you could feel very comfortable trusting your dog with.”


15. Yasmin M.

“She was soo helpful and is so diligent!! Today I was so stuck and I totally wrote my whole calendar day down wrong. She was super flexible and was able to accommodate. I won’t do that often but I’m so grateful”


16. Tristan C.
“Very few dog sitters love dogs more than Tristan. I have found him to be very reliable, giving me frequent updates and sending photos of how she is doing. Tristan has done both “stop-by” walks/check ins for us and also spent more than a week at a time caring for our dog and our house. He enjoys taking the dog on walks to the park and on the trails. He is trustworthy, wise, responsible, and conscientious. Your dog or cat could not be in better hands.”




17. Mikah M.

“Mikah takes great care of my dog Mako when they’re out for walks!”


18. Lisa D.
“Lisa has been pet sitting our animals for years. Sugar gliders. Degus, cats and dogs! She has done a great job with all of them. She is trustworthy and reliable. Most importantly, she loves all animals.”


19. Ashley G.
“Ashley has been a dog owner for several years. She goes above and beyond for her own dog creating a safe, loving and fun environment for her pups. I trust her with my own pup, she is active with taking her dogs on walks and would be a wonderful dog walker and caretaker!”


20. Mary S.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since I was 12. Friends and family have relied on me for pet sitting whenever they are out of town. I currently work full-time Hybrid. I work from home Mondays and Fridays. During this time I can provide care specific to your pet and their needs. I can provide potty breaks every 0-2 hours at least. I have a giant fully fenced back yard and 2 friendly dogs. One dog prefers more to watch the other dogs play while the other dog loves to be in all the action!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Waveland Woods on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $16 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 917 dog walkers in Waveland Woods. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 86% of Waveland Woods dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Waveland Woods have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Waveland Woods.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 917 dog walkers in Waveland Woods on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Waveland Woods, 89% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker 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 dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
