Pet Sitting in West Des Moines

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Sitter Profile Image: Iliana N.
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Iliana N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
4 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Iliana is an attentive pet walker and sitter that will take wonderful care of your pet. She'll remember all of your instructions perfectly and demonstrates impeccable flexibility to adapt to circumstances on the fly.

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Libby M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
7 repeat clients
23 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Our pup absolutely loved Libby! It was our first time leaving our dog and Libby was the best! She made us feel so much better during our trip to know that someone was there taking such good care of our dog. Libby followed care instructions perfectly and gave so much love and playtime to our dog. She was prompt and gave the best updates with the cutest pictures! Highly recommend her! Thank you Libby!

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Shelly E.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
244 reviews
46 repeat clients
40 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Shelly was so attentive and caring while I was away. She went above and beyond with caring for Ollie and even brought toys for him to play with. She gave detailed updates and sent lots of pictures! I can’t thank her enough for her love and care for Ollie! Absolutely would recommend if you’re looking for a pet sitter :)

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Heidi G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
18 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

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!

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Jordana M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Jordana takes amazing care of my pups & goes above and beyond to accommodate their needs! She is very kind and has great communication as well.

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Brianna M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

She did a fantastic job and followed my care instructions completely.

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Megan C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: I have taken care of dogs of all sizes small to extra large as well as cats and even some exotic pets. I have been the go to sitter for my friends and family every time they go on vacation. I love caring for animals and can’t wait to help you with yours. I am experienced with animals- puppies to elderly dogs, kittens to elderly cats. I homeschool my kids so I have a very flexible schedule and can work with what you need. I mostly have open afternoons and Friday through the weekend. While I’m taking care of your pet I will do all I can to assure they are taken care of physically as well as emotionally offering love, play and exercise, whatever it is they need that day. Every pet is different and I will work with you to ensure they are getting what they need from me, walks, pets or play.

Sitter Profile Image: Talia T.
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Talia T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

I have 2 cats, one shy elderly lady, and one rambunctious 4 month old boy kitten. Talia was fabulous with both of them, playing with my kitten, and giving my shy girl her space. She was great with providing updates and photos, and is very responsive to messages, giving me peace of mind when I was away. I highly recommend Talia, and will not hesitate to use her again the next time I travel.

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Sarah C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
302 reviews
83 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Clive, IA, 50325

Sarah watched our kitties during our extended honeymoon abroad and she was amazing. We have used her many times and we always rest easy being away knowing that she is there. The daily photos are adorable and make our day while we are missing our furry friends. One of our cats is medicated and she handles him so well. Thanks Sarah!

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Olivia C.
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10 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

About: I’ve grown up around dogs my entire life and have experience caring for pets of all sizes, ages, and personalities! Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me for years to walk, feed, play with, and care for their pets while away. I can’t have a dog of my own right now, so getting to spend time caring for other people’s pets genuinely makes me so happy. I’ll always treat your pet with lots of love, attention, patience, and care while making sure you feel updated and comfortable too. I currently work from home Monday through Friday, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time throughout the day for walks, potty breaks, feeding, playtime, and lots of attention! I’m also available in the evenings and on weekends, so pet care fits very naturally into my routine. As someone who spends a lot of time working from home, I genuinely enjoy getting out of the house and spending time with animals!! I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your pet and being inside your home. I always aim to create a calm, safe, and loving environment where pets feel comfortable and cared for. I am very attentive to schedules and routines, plus value communication and I would love to send you so many pictures of your pets while you’re away!

Sitter Profile Image: Troy D.
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Troy D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
105 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Troy was awesome with Asher!! Left very detailed feedback, and got him some much needed exercise during the day while I'm gone. Asher was very tired after, which is the goal! I have no complaints and would recommend to anyone looking to supplement some socialization and exercise for their pets.

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Sarah C.
Sitter Profile Image: Ginny S.
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Ginny S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
WEST DES MOINES, IA, 50265

We were very happy with Ginny! First time we used for morning drop ins for our dogs! She was dependable and took care of needs for our senior dog and large dog! Would recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Dawn B.
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Dawn B.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
12 repeat clients
60 years of experience
Windsor Heights, IA, 50324

Dawn has been great! We have her come for weekly drop-ins. She’s communicative & asks good questions. We trust her with our special lil pup. 😁

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Mary C.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

Mary always does an amazing job taking care of my demanding little cat! Great communication, high-quality care and a true rapport with animals

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Ashley M.
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$15
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8 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 9. I’ve owned a small teddy bear dog who is turning 8 this year. I also have dogsat for my neighbors with dogs of all sizes, from Shih Tzus to Bernese Mountain dogs. I am currently in school but my schedule is fairly flexible once summer hits. I am almost always available to take dogs on a walk or take them out, but stay at home visits take a bit more scheduling. I will crate your dog or let them roam free depending on your preference. I can also prepare wet or dry food for your pets meal times as well as take them on routinely walks during their scheduled time.

Sitter Profile Image: Monica D.
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Monica D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
355 reviews
72 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Merle Hay, Des Moines, IA, 50311

Monica has been great with our golden retriever, Dierks. Her communication is amazing - she always provides updates on the check-in and sends so many pictures to help us know he’s in great hands. Would definitely recommend Monica and will be re-booking!

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Sitter Profile Image: Danika S.
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Danika S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
14 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

Punctual , kind, and my dog loved her

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Karissa E.
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Quinci C.
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15 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: I have had or have been taking care of dogs for the last 15 years. I have experience walking, playing with, feeding, limited training, and giving medication to a wide variety of dogs of all sizes I am a recent college graduate and starting graduate school in the fall. I have a pretty open and flexible schedule to take care of your pet needs. While it is nice outside I live to take pets outside and lay them get their energy out with a good okay whether that be on a walk or in a backyard

Sitter Profile Image: Brett E.
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Brett E.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50265

About: We always had dogs growing up. I’ve had my own dog for 4 years. I love being around dogs and want to show yours as much love as I show my own. I work from home 2-3 days a week. I’m also available for overnight boarding depending on the night and weekends. Just ask if I’m available! I have a fenced in backyard. Your dog is welcome on beds and furniture. My house and property is very dog friendly for all types.

Sitter Profile Image: Olga B.
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Olga B.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
West Des Moines, IA, 50266

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!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Iliana is an attentive pet walker and sitter that will take wonderful care of your pet. She'll remember all of your instructions perfectly and demonstrates impeccable flexibility to adapt to circumstances on the fly.

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Elliot N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We were truly lucky to have Dawn as our cat sitter for nine days while we were traveling outside of the US. From the very beginning, it was clear that she genuinely cared for Boogie and Ollie and treated them as if they were her own. She followed all of our detailed instructions carefully and kept us updated, which gave us great peace of mind while we were away. I know it can be challenging to care for pets in someone else's home, especially when there are many little routines and preferences to remember, but Dawn did a fantastic job. Our cats were happy, comfortable, and well cared for when we returned home. We sincerely appreciate her help, professionalism, and the kindness she showed to our cats. We would gladly trust her with Boogie and Ollie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter.

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Sunwoo K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ren was so sweet! Finn is a very shy dog and he warmed up to her right away ❤️. Will be using her again!!

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Tiffany E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shelly was wonderful! Sammy looked so happy in all of the pictures she sent, and I know that she was well cared for. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I’ll definitely book Shelly again for my next trip away!

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Michelle F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Abby is a wonderful doodle sitter for our two pups! She’s very reliable, and she has won over our shy Bernie doodle.

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Jodi S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Brianna was quick to help for daily visits. She sends a few photos each time she drops in and my dog seems happy each day when I come home!

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Aleasha B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Always excited when Sarah is available for our cats because they just love her! I know they’re well cared for and love getting the picture updates of how well they’re being loved on!

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Ellen P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ashly was so kind & caring towards our elderly kitties while we were away. She stopped in twice a day to visit and give medications - they were definitely spoiled by the special attention! She let me know when one wasn’t acting normally and checked in an extra visit just to make sure all was well. Can’t wait to have her care for them again. 💕

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Alissa B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney always does such a good job making sure Wally gets playtime, snuggle time, and takes a potty break! Wally loves her!

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Nate B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Summer was able to check in on our pup at the last min and even offered to check in on him the evening before during a big storm. Alleviated so much of our stress. We are so thankful for her!

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Leighton
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tyren always does a great job with communication. He even brings in our packages which we appreciate so much! We’ve had him several times now and he is reliable and thorough.

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Sadie W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jana is the best! She is a great communicator, prompt, and does a great job with my high energy lab!

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Aleasha B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jeremy has been fantastic for my cats many times! He takes accurate pictures of one of my cats (she's cute and dorky) and also the most beautiful pictures of my other cat, who is the least photogenic creature on this earth for me so i treasure each one.

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Vernie V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Zoe was genuinely concerned about my furbabies and took the time to offer them particular attention. Zoe went above and beyond to provide food, drink, and a clean litter box.

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Mary N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sarah was very helpful in accepting our last minute need for pet care! We needed someone to drop in and feed our sweet cat- Sarah went above and beyond and played with him and gave him lots of attention which I know he loved and needed. Plus, she sent lots of photos which we appreciate!

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Olivia H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

So grateful for Lucia’s availability to come let our dogs out and play ball while we were gone all day.

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Amanda M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Simply the best! Vanessa went above and beyond to make sure the first time I ever needed a sitter was stress free for both my cat and myself. She updated me with pics, videos, and information about him using the potty and their activity time together. I booked with quite a late notice and she came in to save the day regardless! Highly recommend for exceptional care when needing to leave your furry friends at home.

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Wyatt V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jaden took wonderful care of our 10-year-old cat! She was reliable, on time, and sent daily photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. I’d definitely ask her to help again the next time I travel.

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Elle Y.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Adrienne, as always, brings so much comfort when I have to leave my voids, especially when I’m going off the grid. She’s very communicative and gives me the silliest pictures of my cats! She’s my go to gal, always going above and beyond.

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CeCe L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I can’t say enough good things about Jenea. I had a health emergency and was admitted to the hospital. I contacted her very short notice and she stepped right in to help me out with my kitty. Not only did she take care of my kitty while I was in the hospital, she brought my trash can in from the curb and brought my mail in. She was a godsend in my time of need. I highly recommend her to take care of your fur baby!

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Lori F.
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Pet sitters in West Des Moines have an average of 13 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 West Des Moines.

Rover makes it easy to find West Des Moines 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:

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There are 290 pet sitters in West Des Moines on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In West Des Moines, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 90% 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.

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