House Sitting in Winterset

“Allison watched our dog and 3 cats for 2 weeks and did a fantastic job taking care of them and our house! She is clearly an animal person and we know our pets are in good hands with her!”

Deb S.

“Thank you for taking such great care of our furry family members while we were away. And thank you again for extending the stay last minute. We really appreciate your care and professionalism.”

Shahar M.

“Yasmin was very studious with my puppies. She was not afraid to communicate with me. She did a great job letting me know the dogs were being taken care of. highly recommend her.”

Kathleen S.

“Deborah was great! And our Golden Retriever Frankie loved her. She took great care of him, and our house, while we were gone. We'll definitely reach out to her again when we need great care for Frankie!”

Larry M.

“Jessica was wonderful with our dogs and the overnights she did for us while we were out of town. She kept us notified of how things were going! Thank you Jessica!!!”

Angela H.

“Skye was incredible house sitting our 2 pups for 4 nights and 5 days. She maintained communication and sent frequent photos. She made time to come socialize with our dogs during a short visit prior, so that she could get to know them as much as possible. Unfortunately, one of our pups got an upset tummy while we were away and had some accidents in the house. She was so gracious and kind in cleaning it all up, and went the extra mile in giving our dog a probiotic (we had some in the house), and cooking her chicken and rice to help, upon our request. 10/10 will book with Skye again. Thanks Skye for taking great care of our fur children! <3”

Rachel P.

“Very communicative and did a great job watching our dog. Was so nice having someone who could keep him happy at home while also watching our house. Highly recommend!”

Kathleen M.

“Lisa is super sweet and was very diligent about sending pics of my sweet babies! I know my dogs (especially one in particular) can be kind of a shy guy and she was able to coax him out and by the end of the stay he was sitting in close proximity to her. I’d definitely recommend Lisa and will be using her again!”

Shannon C.

“Kara was punctual even with the snowstorm happening the evening sheet dog and house sit for me. She was super friendly and very good with my anxious GSD Ranger. She was very courteous of my home and very friendly. Kara did great and we look forward to having her come visit more!”

Cody M.

“Raelyn took excellent care of our Lab while we were out of town. She provided lots of updates with pictures and very communicative with us. We have already rebooked her!”

Jennifer W.

“Grace is amazing with Jet and Aelin, even with Aelin peeing on her foot when she got to the house that night. The dogs love her and she takes great care of the house when she’s here!”

Patricia P.

About: I'm a current dog foster through a local shelter, and I've been around dogs and cats for most of my life! I'm comfortable with most ages and sizes, and have picked up a lot of skills and knowledge on how to work well with dogs. I'm just as comfortable with cats, and I have some good experience cat sitting for relatives. I have a very flexible schedule as a graduate student, so I have a lot of availability to fit taking care of pets into my day/week. I try to keep a consistent feeding schedule and make sure dogs go out as soon as I return from being away. I make sure any hazards or chemicals are far out of reach, and always keep dogs on leashes when going on walks outside of a fenced in area. I make sure to monitor toys that can break into small pieces (nylabones, benebones, etc.). I am comfortable crating dogs if there has been previous crate training.

About: Hello and thank you for taking the time to learn about me! I have had a number of jobs in the past however most of them contained some element of caring for others (human AND friends with fur or fins!) Due to the pandemic I have found a couple of fun ways to earn some $. I enjoy being a driver for Uber and Lyft. And I have fun caring for a few of my neighbors' pets. I am looking to increase my income by expanding my pet care services. Things that set me apart from other pet sitters: * My schedule is wide open / VERY flexible! * I have a reliable vehicle. * I am a mature, caring, and dependable adult who enjoys all types of pets! I hope to hear from you!

“We were gone for a week and Isabel did a fantastic job with caring for our dog and home! I could not have asked for anything better! She communicates well and most importantly, loves animals! I will not hesitate to schedule with Isabel again!”

Amy S.

“Vicki was a wonderful dog sitter and I had a great experience with her watching Ember. Vicki was punctual, caring, and attentive to my dog’s needs and everything was handled with love and professionalism. Vicki went above and beyond to ensure Ember felt safe and loved, making my time away stress-free. I highly recommend Vicki to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate dog sitter. I will definitely be calling on Vicki again in the future!”

Carly C.

About: I've taken care of pets since I was a young child, but have been doing so professionally for 10 years. What sets me apart from other pet sitters is that I am a full time vet tech and have been in the veterinary field for over 10 years. So I am uniquely qualified to administer all kinds of medications, including oral, transdermal, and injectable, as well as subcutaneous fluids. I am also a certified dog trainer so I am able to train puppies (and dogs of all ages) and keep up with their current training while you're away. I currently work full time, so I have limited daytime availability. I am off on Thursdays and Sundays as well as most Saturdays, but otherwise can only provide midday drop ins if they are within a short drive from my job in Waukee. I will follow your instructions meticulously and treat your pets as I do my own. I believe it is important to keep as close to a normal routine as possible to make sure the pets are comfortable with their pet sitter while their owners are away. I provide daily text check ins with pet parents as well as pictures of your beloved pet.

About: I am a stay at home mom with three children who LOVE dogs. We provide a safe, comforting environment for any pup that stays with us. We love a couch potato who wants to snuggle up with the family after a day of playing in the backyard. We have two Cavachons, Reggie (13) and Duncan (12), they are our old men. We also have our big man, Goose, a 100lb German shepherd. He is the best with dogs and people of all shapes and sizes, truly a gentle giant. We also have a cat, Peaches. She is very social and doesn’t scare easily. As long as your dog doesn’t try to eat her, they will get along great! Most of my clients are repeat clients, our house is already pretty full, so we never have more than one or two guests at a time. I also frequently book off of the Rover app, and try my best to keep my availability here as accurate at possible. It doesn’t feel like you’re dropping your pups off at the dog sitters when you bring them here, it’s more like their home away from home! I please ask that you KNOW your animals are friendly with children before requesting a booking. We want everyone to have a positive experience, and we would prefer our house not be your pets first time interacting with kids. Thank you for understanding! :) I am a stay at home mom with an infant and a toddler. If your pup likes walks (and doesn’t mind walking next to a stroller), they’ll get a walk a couple times a day! I have a fenced in yard and three friendly dogs to keep your pup company during the day. You are welcome to bring a crate, dog bed, whatever they need to feel most at home.

“Emily did a great job with our pets and home, she sent me photos and videos of them everyday it was our first time using the app and I she was very patient during the booking steps. She also brought in our heavy packages! We will be using her as our regular pet sitter!”

Brandon M.

About: I love caring for all types of pets. I am dependable and would love to meet your special friend and help with care however needed. Have several acres of a dog Paradise in Adel, boarding available year round & full service grooming Someone is always taking care of animals and your pet will get loads of attention. We have great routine with plenty of play time and activity. Our large, fenced-in play yard is divided into several sections, and nearly our entire property is dedicated to dogs. We’re passionate about caring for them and have the experience to ensure they’re safe, happy, and well looked after.

About: Are you looking for a more personal dog sitting experience rather than kennel? I will keep to your dog's routine with feeding schedules and outside breaks. I have two of my own spoiled dogs and a well behaved 12 year old son. We live in a few acres with a large privacy fenced backyard with plenty of room to play! I can give your pet lots of love and attention, and outside play time! I work at a local vet clinic taking care of many different animals with a variety of needs (including medication). I am very easy to contact, if necessary. I have references available upon request! I can't wait to meet you and your fur family- always open to meet and greets but up to your comfort level :) I prefer a weeks notice to adjust scheduling. Your dog must be dog and cat friendly. Outside breaks are offered in the morning, afternoon, early evening and evening. Breaks are typically 15-20 minutes or more but also dependent on weather. Feeding schedule can be 1-3 times a day. I have a six foot privacy fence and latched gates. All doors are locked when I'm away from home and at night. We're in the country away from any busy roads.