Pet Boarding in West Des Moines
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“Alice was an amazing sitter!! She sent me daily updates and my pup loved to play with hers. She was in constant communication and always answered. Thank you for watching my sweet boy!”


About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 14. I have helped with my friends’ dogs, my families dogs growing up, and now my own! I have done puppy classes and have experience with shy, timid dogs, senior dogs, and dogs that require a little extra patience. I am available on the weekends, and weeknights after 4:00 once my teaching job is done for the day. I have a lot of availability and flexibility during the summer months, and holiday breaks! I have a fenced in backyard with room to play. I ensure my dog meets any other dogs prior to ensure they meet in a neutral zone to familiarize. We have carpeted stairs and rugs around the home to avoid slipping. We ensure all dogs can alert us by one of our two sliding doors to access the backyard for play, and for using the bathroom. We supervise when dogs are outside to avoid any accidents. Walks require leashes and harness if applicable to help with control and comfort.

“We're entriely comfortable leaving our dog with Jenevieve. She has great communication, and gives us regular updates while our dog is staying with her. Her pup Roman is a great host as well and makes our dog feel right home. They've become the best of pals!”


About: I have been watching dogs for 4 years now. I love to play with them and take them for walks. If my mom would let me, I would have a dog! I’m available to watch dogs outside of school and on weekends. In the summer I’m available anytime. I’m available anytime on the weekends to watch your pup! We have a big fenced-in backyard. We live in a very safe neighborhood West Des Moines with lots of trails and parks! Our neighborhood is family and pet friendly.


“Cory took such great care of Bruce! He sent pictures and responded to messages quickly, and Bruce came home happy and exhausted. We are so appreciative of the great care Bruce received with Cory and will definitely come back!!”


“She is wonderful!! Spoiled my dogs. I was so worried my dogs would think I abandoned them. But she didn’t let that happen. She sent pictures so I could see they were in good hands. Her fees were very fair.”


“Heather took amazing care of Sky for the night. Sky loved all her walks and playing with Leo and Lucy in the big back yard. Your fur babies are in good hands when they are with Heather!”



“I think Bella settled in happily at Traci’s home which was a huge relief for me while away. Traci sent messages and photos while I was vacation which was so thoughtful. Thank you for caring for my little girl.”


“Cory and his family of pets really did well taking care of my puppy and when she got home she was tired and happy for twenty four hours straight. She seemed happy both at drop off and pick up times; a blessing for us indeed!”



“We were really happy with the care Evan took with Red and keeping us updated throughout the week. He knows what hes doing and you can see the care he has. Definitely boarding with him next time!”


“Shaelea is great to work with. She has watched my dog twice now. She is very friendly and a great communicator. She accepted my fairly last-minute request, which was so helpful. I highly recommend her to others.”


“I could tell my dog was so happy during her stay and she returned to us so tired from playing all day. Ashley is great at communicating, treated my dog as her own, and her dogs are so friendly!”


“An amazing time for our pup. He was treated like her own. We loved the pics we got while being away. Kaylie was great to work with. I highly recommend booking with her!!”



“Sherilynn is literally the best!!! She is so caring and has fun things for the dogs to do. She sends pictures and videos, she picked my dog up for the weekend twice, took her through Starbucks to get a pup cup and even let us extend our stay short-notice. Cannot recommend enough!!!”


“Brett was phenomenal! He sent daily updates including pictures and videos, and he truly seemed to enjoy having my 3 pups stay with him and his pup. My dogs had so much fun, and made themselves right at home. Thanks so much for taking such great care of our dogs, Brett!”


“Charlie enjoyed his stay with Jessica! And his parents enjoyed her amazing communication and all of the pictures. Highly recommend and plan to book with Jessica again soon!”


“Ashley and Ozzie took good care of our dog while we vacationed. We appreciated the photos they sent along with updates on how it was going. I was nervous about leaving him but they put my mind at ease with their reassuring words.”


“Amazing experience. Our dog gets homesick but Alexandra was there to help him adjust while we were out of town. He LOVED the big backyard and his new dog friend. Thank you for taking such care of our dog and giving us updates along the way - you went above and beyond.”

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Alice b.Star Sitter

“Alice was an amazing sitter!! She sent me daily updates and my pup loved to play with hers. She was in constant communication and always answered. Thank you for watching my sweet boy!”


Joshua A.
“Josh is a wonderful pet parent himself. He will take such amazing care of your fur babies! You will not be disappointed! Please consider him!”


Jenevieve Y.Star Sitter

“We're entriely comfortable leaving our dog with Jenevieve. She has great communication, and gives us regular updates while our dog is staying with her. Her pup Roman is a great host as well and makes our dog feel right home. They've become the best of pals!”


Jodi J.
“Jodi is a truly exceptional pet caregiver. She is kind, attentive, and genuinely loves animals. Every time she has cared for my Millie (mini-golden doodle!), I’ve had complete peace of mind knowing she's in great hands. Jodi goes above and beyond to make sure Millie feels safe, loved, and comfortable. Whether it’s sticking to their routine, giving lots of cuddles, or just being a calm and caring presence, she does it all with heart. I wouldn’t trust anyone else more with my furry family member.”




Cory G.Star Sitter

“Cory took such great care of Bruce! He sent pictures and responded to messages quickly, and Bruce came home happy and exhausted. We are so appreciative of the great care Bruce received with Cory and will definitely come back!!”


Priscila M.

“She is wonderful!! Spoiled my dogs. I was so worried my dogs would think I abandoned them. But she didn’t let that happen. She sent pictures so I could see they were in good hands. Her fees were very fair.”


Heather W.

“Heather took amazing care of Sky for the night. Sky loved all her walks and playing with Leo and Lucy in the big back yard. Your fur babies are in good hands when they are with Heather!”


Emma D.

“Had a great experience boarding with Emma! Pups were so happy and she provided periodic updates. Would definitely board with her again and recommend to others!”




Traci S.

“I think Bella settled in happily at Traci’s home which was a huge relief for me while away. Traci sent messages and photos while I was vacation which was so thoughtful. Thank you for caring for my little girl.”


Cory W.Star Sitter

“Cory and his family of pets really did well taking care of my puppy and when she got home she was tired and happy for twenty four hours straight. She seemed happy both at drop off and pick up times; a blessing for us indeed!”




Evan H.
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“We were really happy with the care Evan took with Red and keeping us updated throughout the week. He knows what hes doing and you can see the care he has. Definitely boarding with him next time!”


Shaelea R.Star Sitter

“Shaelea is great to work with. She has watched my dog twice now. She is very friendly and a great communicator. She accepted my fairly last-minute request, which was so helpful. I highly recommend her to others.”


Ashley G.

“I could tell my dog was so happy during her stay and she returned to us so tired from playing all day. Ashley is great at communicating, treated my dog as her own, and her dogs are so friendly!”


Kaylie C.

“An amazing time for our pup. He was treated like her own. We loved the pics we got while being away. Kaylie was great to work with. I highly recommend booking with her!!”


Anna S.Star Sitter

“Anna was amazing! We got so many photos and even videos! She followed everything that we asked of her, and our raya girl loved her time with her!”




Sherilynn G.
Star Sitter


“Sherilynn is literally the best!!! She is so caring and has fun things for the dogs to do. She sends pictures and videos, she picked my dog up for the weekend twice, took her through Starbucks to get a pup cup and even let us extend our stay short-notice. Cannot recommend enough!!!”


Brett E.

“Brett was phenomenal! He sent daily updates including pictures and videos, and he truly seemed to enjoy having my 3 pups stay with him and his pup. My dogs had so much fun, and made themselves right at home. Thanks so much for taking such great care of our dogs, Brett!”


Jessica T.Star Sitter

“Charlie enjoyed his stay with Jessica! And his parents enjoyed her amazing communication and all of the pictures. Highly recommend and plan to book with Jessica again soon!”


Ashley & Oziel H.

“Ashley and Ozzie took good care of our dog while we vacationed. We appreciated the photos they sent along with updates on how it was going. I was nervous about leaving him but they put my mind at ease with their reassuring words.”


Alexandra H.Star Sitter

“Amazing experience. Our dog gets homesick but Alexandra was there to help him adjust while we were out of town. He LOVED the big backyard and his new dog friend. Thank you for taking such care of our dog and giving us updates along the way - you went above and beyond.”
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Typically, pet boarding sitters on Rover respond in under an hour, so you should be matched with the perfect sitter for you and your pet in no time!
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in West Des Moines.
Rover makes it easy to find West Des Moines pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star 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 boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their 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 boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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 boarding 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 boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
