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Sitter Profile Image: Candace B.
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Candace B.
$28
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31 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L9G

About: I am a caring responsible pet lover, I will enjoy & treat your pet like it was my own :) I can offer cuddles, love, and kindness. I look forward to meeting you & your fur baby! I have a flexible schedule, I can work from home if needed. Often I am in and out of the house. Family is mostly out during the day time - quiet environment. No young children home I am your local neighbour (Live & work in Ancaster) and can offer you safety and security of your home and your beautiful fur-babies. I will care for them like my own children :)

Sitter Profile Image: Kirstyn S.
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Kirstyn S.
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$32
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 99 reviews
38 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8W

“We have two pugs who can be quite the mischievous pair and Kirstyn handled them with so much love and care! Especially during the cold weather!”

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Emily T.
$34
total per visit
5 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8S

About: I started a business in grade 5 with my neighbours because we love pets so much - offering dog walking and pet sitting to them. My love of animals started young and will continue to grow:) I work part time from home and take my kids to the park almost everyday when the weather is nice. We are a very active family and spend lots of time outdoors. I will be able to take your pets out multiple times and hopefully for longer hikes if they are into that. My kids also love animals and are very good with them. We have a large backyard to use that is unfenced, if your dog needs to be leashed I can take them for long walks instead of a free fun. I have a open concept layout in my home and can crate your pets easily if that’s preferred, I’m so comfortable having them on the furniture assuming we didn’t just arrive home from a hike cause then I will need to clean their paws first. I’m very flexible and can work around whatever schedule they are already used to because I work from home

Sitter Profile Image: Sadie C.
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Sadie C.
$20
total per visit
5 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8R

About: I am animal care certified as of April 2023, i have 5+ years of professional experience and I have 2 personal dogs, 1 of which is a large, strong and powerful breed. I am currently working part time in Kennels and Boarding looking to pick up some pet sitting, walks, visits, and overall care on my off days. I am Pet CPR certified and have the ability to follow thorough instructions for individual pet needs. I am a fun and playful individual that both dogs and cats get along with!

Sitter Profile Image: Hannah J.
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Hannah J.
$23
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 18 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L9C

About: Hi, I’m Hannah! **Promo code $20 off: HANNAJ82451 for your first booking with Rover** I have been around animals my whole life and have been dog sitting for family and friends since I was 13. I have experience caring for dogs of all ages, from playful puppies to senior dogs needing extra attention. I’m also comfortable administering medication and ensuring pets stay happy and healthy. I’m currently completing my Master’s of Occupational Therapy at McMaster University, and my husband works full-time. Between our schedules, one of us is usually home, so your pup will have lots of company! I ensure that the pets I care for are receiving the attention, care, and love they deserve. I try my best to make all animals as happy as they make me!

Sitter Profile Image: Daniela Z.
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Daniela Z.
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$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Mount Hope, ON, L0R

“Daniela was a true dog whisperer! Our dog Charlie barks a lot and does not do well with change but he was great with Daniela and even settled with her after only a few visits. Daniela came to meet Charlie before the set date and connected with Charlie, explained the process to us and made sure she understood the essentials about Charlie. We were able to take comfort in knowing Charlie was in great capable hands. Daniela was prompt with each visit and left us detailed notes and pictures for every encounter. We came home to one happy dog!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Sarah E.
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Sarah E.
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$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
4 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8L

“Sarah was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond and was so wonderful with our cat, he absolutely loved her. She was a pleasure to work with and made us feel completely comfortable and at ease while we were on vacation. I would highly recommend her!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Henry W.
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Henry W.
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$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 10 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8R

“Henry was reliable, communicative, and kind to my cats. He followed instructions carefully, kept me updated, and left everything tidy. I would definitely book him again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mary M.
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Mary M.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Ancaster, ON, L9K

“This was my first time using a pet sitter, Mary was great she sent pictures of my fur babies. Even took on looking after a Rabbit.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Roberta F.
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Roberta F.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
2 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Ancaster, ON, L9K

About: As a licensed real estate agent with extensive experience in home care, I offer reliable pet-sitting services tailored to your needs. With a flexible schedule and a lifelong passion for pets, I ensure your furry friends receive the attention and care they deserve while you're away. You can trust me to maintain a safe and nurturing environment for your pets and home, whether it's for a short visit or an extended stay. Let me provide peace of mind while you’re out of town! As a professional Real Estate Agent, my schedule is very flexible. Most days I am out visiting homes so I am constantly in different neighbourhoods. I live in the Meadowlands of Ancaster. My home offers a fenced yard with lots of real grass. I keep a smoke free, clean home. I currently do not have pets on my own, so my full attention will be on your pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Brittany L.
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Brittany L.
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$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8P

“Brittany is an amazing petsitter, I am so glad she was able to care for my cat! You could really tell how much she loves pets.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Amber G.
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Amber G.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 15 reviews
5 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8S

“Amber did a wonderful job with the drop-in visits for our two cats over the Christmas holidays. She was punctual, kind, and took the time to engage with them, making sure they were well-fed, comfortable, and content. Amber shared photos with me each day. We returned to happy, relaxed cats, which is a true testament to her care. We highly recommend Amber for anyone in need of a reliable and caring pet sitter!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Jennifer & Kevin W.
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Jennifer & Kevin W.
$32
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
4 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Dundas, ON, L9H

About: Hi, I’m Jenn! 🐾 🐶 I live with my better half, Kevin and our two kids. We’re lifelong dog lovers with over 20 years of experience caring for our own pups. We know how important it is to find someone you trust with your dog — someone who will treat them like family. That’s exactly the kind of care we offer. You can rest assured your pet will be well taken care of, safe, and having a fantastic time! We specialize in small dog sitting in our home in Dundas and offer dog walking for dogs of all sizes. Our cozy detached home is in a quiet, dog-friendly neighborhood and features a fully fenced yard, perfect for playtime and relaxing outdoor time. Jenn is available for weekday walks or drop ins, and we offer dog sitting at our home (just check our availability!). When we’re sitting, we only welcome one dog at a time to ensure your pup gets plenty of attention and one-on-one care. We also provide walks every two hours to keep them happy and active. Safety is always our top priority. We always do a meet & greet before every stay to make sure your dog is comfortable with us, our kids, and our home. Our dog Berkley has passed away after a long and happy life, so there are no other dogs in the household currently. Dogs are always leashed on walks outside our fenced yard, and we’ll follow any care instructions you provide — down to the last detail. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to chat! 🦮 New to Rover? Let us know and you can get $20 off your first booking. We look forward to meeting you and your pup! Jenn is currently a stay at home mom, with kids in school and has availability from 9am - 3pm and some evenings during the week for dog walking or visits. We’re also available evenings and weekends for dog boarding. Depending on her availability, and your needs we’ll work together to find a suitable time - whether you need to cover off a vacation, or a regular daily walk. We place a strong emphasis on safety for your dog, ensuring that they will be comfortable and well cared or during our walks, visits or boarding. For first time clients, we will arrange a meet and greet so we can meet your dog and get a feel for their personality and comfort level. We also want to make sure your dog is comfortable with our kids. Daily updates and photos will be provided so that you have peace of mind.

Sitter Profile Image: Pruthu T.
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Pruthu T.
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$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8R

“Pruthu was very easy to work with and really understood our situation and what we needed when caring for our dog. Coco can be quite difficult to handle for strangers, but Pruthu put in a lot of effort from the very first session to bond with him and made him comfortable. That gave us a lot of peace of mind and I was able to be worry free for the four days we were away. Really appreciate the care and effort he put in with Coco. Highly recommend!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Samantha V.
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Samantha V.
$27
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8P

“Samantha is a totally responsible dependable person, and from the photographs it looked like Dolly Nefertiti, my cat, was falling in love with her given those googly eyes...which she does not do for everyone. Thank you Samantha.”

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Shirley M.
Sitter Profile Image: Danielle B.
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Danielle B.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
12 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8N

“This was my first experience using Rover and Danielle made it the best possible ! She is an incredibly sweet and kind animal lover who made sure Emmie & Greycy had lots of attention during her visits. I really loved that she sent me a short message and picture while I was away to let me know everything was ok. She is 100% reliable and dependable. I won't hesitate to ask her to look after my girls again and know that I can go away without stressing about their care.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Syeda Y.
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Syeda Y.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8B

About: I’ve taken care of awkward dogs, affectionate dogs, chill dogs and I have experience with feeding them their special diets as instructed and following any specific potty time habits they may have to help them go potty. For example this one dog I dogsat would have to spin around in circles a few times before he went potty. I have experience staying overnight with dogs as well as cats. I have cats of my own as well and I’ve been around all kinds of pets my whole life so I’m very comfortable around most pets. I will be attending full time school in September but I will have time in between classes or before/after where I can schedule play dates and walks. When I enter the home I keep my energy calm. I try to get a read on whether the pet is comfortable with being approached. Then if they are, I hold out my hand so they can sniff it and familiarize themselves with my scent. I will follow any specific instructions there are so I can make sure they’re following their routine. I will play with them. A lot of the dogs I take care of enjoy tug o war or fetch. But with any pet, before play time I would want to have some time to just sit around them so they can get used to me before we start playing/walking. If possible I would prefer to set up a test meeting with pets and parents beforehand.

Sitter Profile Image: Yijing Z.
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Yijing Z.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
6 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8P

About: I’ve had a lifelong love for animals, growing up surrounded by them and honing my care skills through professional work at an animal shelter, giving me hands on experience with all types of pets and their unique needs. I’m attentive to every pet’s personality and make sure they feel safe and loved at all times. I’m mostly at home every single day, meaning your pet will get constant supervision, attention, and care. They will have plenty of time for play, snuggles, and potty breaks whenever they need them. My home is a pet friendly space designed for fun and comfort: there’s open space for running and playing, a huge selection of toys to keep pups entertained, and tasty treats for positive reinforcement and special moments. I have a gentle 8 month old kitten who’s LOVES playing with other animals, making the space calm and welcoming. Whether caring for pets in my home or yours, I prioritize a safe, secure environment where they can relax and be themselves.

Sitter Profile Image: Morgan S.
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Morgan S.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 114 reviews
29 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8L

“Morgan is a fabulous sitter! She took wonderful care of our two cats and went above and beyond our expectations. I would absolutely book her again.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Breanne V.
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Breanne V.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 3 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Hamilton, ON, L8V

About: I've provided care for dogs of all ages (newborn to palliative senior), training and energy levels, and breeds (Chihuahuas to Great Danes & Mastiffs) through fostering, boarding and day care/walks. While typically busy on weekdays, I have plenty of free time on the weekends to care for your pet(s). I can usually be available with little notice. I would follow your safety rules and use your preferred tools (leash, harness, etc.) when babysitting/walking. I also have 2 friendly dogs and a fenced yard.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Tig loves his visits from Barb. Always punctual and pays attention to details. She brings fun toys for him to play with and sends pics to me of the visits. I’ll always recommend Barb.

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Sierra C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Holly was great! Awesome communication, very friendly and our puppy loved her at the meet and greet! She was on time and very attentive! Would for sure hire holly again!

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Amanda S.
Drop-In Visits
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The average cost of Dog Sitting in Ancaster on Rover is $28 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $19 and $40 per visit. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

There are 2,117 sitters on Rover for Dog Sitting in Ancaster. About 86% of Ancaster sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.

Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.

Before the first visit, give your sitter clear written instructions covering your pet’s feeding routine, medication, litter or toilet care, preferred activities, behaviour, and anything that may make them anxious. This is a good idea, even if you’ve had a Meet & Greet.

Your instructions should explain where supplies, such as food, treats, medication, leashes, litter and cleaning supplies are kept. Include your vet’s details and an emergency contact, and let your sitter know what signs could indicate that something is wrong.

For some visits, you may want to confirm how the sitter will access your home and identify any rooms or areas that are off-limits. Update these instructions whenever your pet’s routine or needs change.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Ancaster choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they do not have any disqualifying offences.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first Meet & Greet .

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