Dog Sitting Ancaster
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“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!”
“Nick did a great job taking care of my cat and dog for a week. Even with them not being used to being with a stranger for an extended period of time, they warmed up to him quickly and really enjoyed his company.”
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.
About: I've always loved dogs. Each one if my family members now has their own, including mine, Kira. I worked at the Canadian Kennel Club and I attended McMaster University to attempt my PhD (didn't work out). A dog is a great way to get out for a few minutes and forget about the stresses of life, and the affection they can return is unparalleled. I hope to get a few regulars and get to know your friends as well as you do. If you have an active dog, I love going for runs with mine. We'll start with walks first though. I'm near some great trails to go on hikes, or there's a cemetery across the street for nice casual walks. Either I'm home to care for my own dog, or I make regular trips home from Mac. I wouldn't leave a strange dog home alone, though. Most of my work can be done remotely and walks work as nice breaks. Regular walks since I live in an apartment. Air conditioned for the summer. Check water. Clean up messes. Make sure there's nothing they can or want to get into that they shouldn't. Play games. Training. Treats.
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.
“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.”
About: I’ve been surrounded by dogs my whole life! From growing up with my own pups to fostering and working as an Animal Services Officer, I have lots of experience caring for furry friends of all kinds. I’ll treat your pet like one of my own with lots of love, cuddles & care. I currently have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to give your pup lots of love and attention! I’m available for walks, drop-ins, and pet care throughout the week. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and routine are always my top priority! With experience as a former Animal Services Officer and foster, I’m comfortable caring for pets with different personalities and needs
About: Hi, we’re Jenn & Kevin! 🐾 🐶 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. Daily updates and photos will be provided so that you have peace of mind.
“We feel so lucky to have found Morgan as our cat sitter! She is truly amazing — caring, reliable, and incredibly loving with our two boys. Every time we go away, we have full peace of mind knowing they’re in the best hands. Morgan goes above and beyond, always sending us the sweetest updates and photos, which we really appreciate. It’s clear she genuinely loves animals and treats our cats like her own. We couldn’t ask for better care. Highly, highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their fur babies!”
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.
About: Taking care of dogs is a passion for me. I have been a huge animal lover all my life and consider my fur babies more then just pets. They are family and get treated as such! I am proud owner of a 13 year old Labrador Retriever and. 5 year old Golden retriever. They are well trained and their good behavior has even helped little puppies and other dogs learn good behavior just by their presence. Services included for home visits - Fresh food/ water -Waste clean up -Any necessary medications given -Play/Exercise time -Love and attention -Text/ Email updates as requested. Other perks: While your dogs are with me, I will be happy to teach tricks/commands if you like at no extra charge. If you have any question, don't hesitate to ask. I’m available on the weekends. Able to let you know during the time of booking about details.——— ——— ———— _____ _____ __ ______ _____ __ I have a fenced yard and my two dogs can definitely keep your dog company.___ —— —— —— —— —- —- —— — - —-
“As a first time Rover user I was nervous leaving my dog with a stranger and Alysha was fantastic! She was great at communicating before and during the booking and my dog looked so happy in the photos she sent. Will definitely book with her again!”
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!
“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!”
About: Hi, My name is Ariana, I always grew up around BIG dogs and when I was around 11 I started dog sitting and dog walking for neighborhood dogs. Over the last few years I have become close friends with a dog trainers and although I myself am not a trainer, due to learning from them over the years I have been mainly taught how to interact with dogs from trainers. I love an easy dog however, I am able to handle more complicated dogs due to my personal experience with traumatized rescues, reactive dogs and big dogs. Dogs in my life; I grew up with a lot of bigger dogs [think mostly rottweilers, dobermans and shepherds] and in 2015 my secondary family home got a Bernese Mountain Dog and I lived with 3 big dogs [Lab/Rottie/Shepherd, Ridgeback/Mastiff, Cane Corso/Boerboel/Boxer] for 5 years, a 2yo XL dog rescue who is very heavily trained and I was the primary pet sitter for him and walk him regularly, I have taken him overnight, longest straight care period was a week with daily training sessions and walks. Most of my experience is with dogs around 80-100lbs however I do have experience with smaller dogs! Skills and experience; I have a lot of experience with dogs who have more structure and training, so I will be able to keep up your training and have the confidence if your dog is more complex and reactive. I am able to keep up any training shown to me and ensure your dog has the same style structure and stability from me as they do from you, so the specific skills and commands will of course be different per client. However my personal base standard for structure/training when I have the dogs in my personal life in my care would be as follows; your standard commands [such as sit, lay down, stay, paw, etc], basic door manners [no crowding doors, if leaving to go outside sitting and waiting for a 'free' command to avoid door rushing, no jumping on the door], structured walking manners [walking at pace/no pulling, sitting before crossing roads, ignoring/no barking at other dogs or people]. Then in my home there is no animals on beds, or couch unless earned [listening to me and if they don't couch privileges are removed for time being]. I currently freelance so my schedule is quite open and flexible. Due to that, I have an odd schedule, so I am generally able to organize things around your visit. Due to my fairly flexible schedule I am able to ensure your dog is able to be let out pretty much at any time since there are no restrictions keeping me in one spot for any extended period of time. In my Home; Available upon request; my house is not fully set up for a dog so you would need to provide crate, bed, fav toys, food, etc. I have bowls, some treats (although please provide if they have any treat restrictions) and a basic leash as well as poop bags and such. My yard is not fully fenced however there are grassy areas, lots of trails and parks to go to. I will never bring your dog to a dog park unless it’s empty as I believe they often create behavioural issues and don’t feel comfortable in that environment. If your dog likes long walks or hikes I’m more then happy to take them on some of the beautiful trails around my house to get some energy out! In your Home; I will sit outside and supervise your dog at all times for potty breaks and playtime, I will ensure your pet is keeping your normal house rules (as well as my basic obedience rules I have for the dogs I watch). I'll also ensure your home is at the very least in the state I arrived to, if not more clean.
“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.”
The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Ancaster is $25
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Ancaster on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 2,079 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.
Rover makes it easy to find sitters who are available during your working hours. To find sitters who fit your schedule, select which days of the week and the time slots you'd like a sitter to visit. The search results will populate sitters whose calendars match your needs. You can also search for sitters by location, whether that’s a sitter near your office for day care drop-off or a sitter close to your home. Once you've found a sitter who you like, message them directly to schedule a Meet & Greet.
Tip: Doggy day care is another option for pet supervision while you're at work. Visit our doggy day care page for more information.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or travelling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer poop breaks during a Ancaster stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover based on what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
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 calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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