Cat Sitting in West Des Moines
Book a cat sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your cat.
More resources
A focus on safety
Enjoy photo updates, easy messaging, and the knowledge that every sitter joining Rover needs to pass an enhanced background check. Learn more about RoverProtect
Loving cat sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results
1. Shelly E.
“Shelly did an AMAZING job with our kitties. She was timely and made sure they got all the loving they needed! She was flexible all the way up to the dates we needed and even learned how to take a cats blood sugar for our chonky monkey that’s diabetic! 100% would use her again and recommend for anyone else ☺️”
2. Heidi G.
“Heidi was so wonderful to work with! She was great at communicating and while we were gone, our heater breaker flipped off and she quickly helped identify it and fix it. Our cat Pearl was well cared for while we were away and we would gladly book Heidi again!”
3. Lisa W.
“This was our first time using Rover. We asked Lisa to see about helping us out when we were going out of town because she has many repeat customers and great reviews. She agreed to watch our cats and came to our house prior to meet the cats and get any special directions. Lisa asked questions and even got to pet a few of our cats. During out vacation she stopped by and kept us updated on how things were going including pictures! Thanks Lisa! We look forward to seeing you next vacation!”
4. Monica D.
“Monica was fantastic! Very communicative and accommodating. I enjoyed the details of the visit and the pictures while my wife and I were away. Thanks again!”
5. Troy D.
“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.”
6. 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.”
7. 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!”
8. Sarah C.
“Highly recommend. Did a fantastic job checking in on our pets and giving medication to one of our pets every day. Sent pictures of our pets to us while we were away. Kept communication throughout the whole stay. Would book with her again on future trips.”
9. 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 😊”
10. Olga B.
“Olga was the best with our cats! We have 2 cats with very strong and opposite personalities and she provided the perfect individualized care to each of them. So many pictures and great updates. She went above and beyond. Will absolutely use again!”
11. Emma D.
“Emma is reliable, trustworthy and very caring. She has extensive knowledge from her years of volunteering, job shadowing, and working at various veterinary clinics and hospitals, as well as practical experience from having dogs as part of her family growing up. Emma is passionate about the dogs she cares for. She will love and respect your dog as if it is part of her family.”
12. Sue T.
“Sue is wonderful! Our cats loved her, even our shy kitty played with her too. Sue is kind, prompt, and the perfect caregiver. Don’t hesitate to trust her with your pets!”
13. Alexis G.
“Alexis was great! Watched my kitty for FIVE weeks while I was on vacation. Even went to the store and got some more food when my chunker ate it all? my kitty loves her would for sure have her again ?”
14. Meghan T.
“Meghan was so wonderful! Timely and very communicative. When traveling it is the best feeling to know your fur-babies are not only happy but well taken care of! I highly recommend Meghan.”
15. Brett E.
“We always trust Brett to take care of our dog Joey when we're gone or out of town. He's reliable, trustworthy and Joey is a big fan!”
16. Samantha G.
“Samantha has watched my dog, Brew, on multiple occasions, and every time I leave him with her, I know he'll be in good hands. She's super reliable and genuinely loves dogs. My dog is clingy to me but always super happy when he sees Samantha. She makes sure to send many pictures of my dog and treats him as her own. Every time I'm gone, I go to Samantha!”
17. Carlise R.
About: Firstly, thank you for considering me!! To save both of us time, MEET AND GREET IS MANDATORY!! I will not do long stay boarding without a single overnight or day pet sit beforehand. Last minute bookings will incur a $30 charge. A little about me, I've always had cat and dogs growing up. We had 5 Boxers, a lot of mutts, and 7 cats that I helped cared for. As I got older, I loved caring for neighbors and friends animals when I couldn't have my own. I'm now married with a cat and 2 kiddos. As a previous military spouse, I have definitely needed pet sitters who were attentive, sent pictures, responsive, and reliable. I definitely know what makes a good sitter as that's what I expect as well. Let me help you save money, especially now with prices for everything soaring. I know how it is trying to vacation or visit family but not able to afford good reliable care for my fur babies. Let me know if you need or want your pet picked up! I can absolutely do that. I'm a stay at home mom. I'm always home when in town so your pet will never be alone unless I need to do a grocery run or short errand. I let dogs out every 2 hours and we take a 30 minute walk every day. I am very cautious about all babies (mine and yours). A meet and greet is mandatory. I won't do long stay boarding without a 1 night boarding or day pet sitting beforehand. I have a fenced in yard. Animals are allowed on furniture. I do have a cat but he usually stays up and away doing his own thing or sleeping in my closet lol. I have 2 small children (4 and 2) so your babies do need to like and have been around children. My girls do know how to treat animals but safety is my first priority.
18. Tierney S.
“Tierney was amazing! She was very flexible and offered great updates and communication. Willow has unique needs, and Tierney was able to meet those and make her feel safe and comfortable. Will definitely be booking her again in the future!!”
19. Erin V.
“Erin helped us out in a bind we were in and was communicative and sent pictures on each each of her visits. Sincerely appreciated her helping us”
20. Amina B.
“Amazing, mindful and demure. Amina is a caring and loves all kinds of pets. Super service! I would recommend to anyone who needs help with their fur babies.”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews by cat parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your cat
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your cat while you’re away
3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your cat sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total cat fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in West Des Moines on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $18 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Mar 2025, there are 208 cat sitters in West Des Moines. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of West Des Moines cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in West Des Moines have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 8 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in West Des Moines.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? West Des Moines cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 208 cat sitters in West Des Moines on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In West Des Moines, 93% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
