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“Emma was wonderful! She took great care of our dog and was very clean and respectful of our home. Our dog is on the high maintenance side and she was able to manage him very well. Highly recommend.”
“Jane was great with our pups, including our reactive Pyrenees. He can be a handful and she was a champ. We will definitely have her watch them again.”
“Alexander arrived on time and communicated throughout the stay. The house was tidy upon our return. Alexander put in additional effort by watering our plants when he noticed they were drooping and refilled my hummingbird feeders. Our two dogs were well cared for and we are sure they barely noticed we weren’t around!”
“Miranda is a nice dog sitter. She was nice from our first communication. She texted me and sent some pictures of my dogs! I was so happy to see how my dogs were doing. I will recommend Miranda to any dog parents! Thank you, Miranda,”
“Kelsey took such great care with our two cats, Julian and Greta. She provided us with regular updates, made sure they were good on water, food, and litter, and went above and beyond to be affectionate and amazing company for them while we were gone over the holidays. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter!”
“Sonya is the finest house sitter there is. She cares for my cat with tons of attention. She leaves my house in better shape than I left it and is communicative and responsive. Thanks again!”
“Chantal was very patient with my skittish animals and was even able to win over my dog! She left the house clean and was responsive when messaged”
“We were so fortunate to have Karen house and pet sit for us while we were away on holiday. From the start she was punctual, communicative and very kind. She took such great care of our cat and puppy and it was clear they were both super happy and comfortable with her. We loved receiving all the updates and pictures, it made being away so much easier knowing they were in good hands. The house was spotless when we returned and we could tell she goes above and beyond in her caretaking and has a genuine love and connection with animals. We would absolutely love to use Karen again and highly recommend her. Thank you Karen!”
“Having not left our aging dogs with a caregiver in many years, I was anxious! It was like Valerie was reading my mind when she sent me an update not long after we left - it was so reassuring! Valerie was understanding and adapted to the dogs' frequent needs to potty. I'm very grateful to have had another good experience with her!”
“Madison is very kind. She was very intentional and patient with my fearful rescue dog. I also appreciate how communicative she is. Definitely booking Madison again!”
“Ramesh and Lauren were great! My pets warmed up to them fast and were happy and calm when I got home. Thanks so much to both of you for the great care!”
“According to Bailey, our Maltese, Pat treated him with attention and affection like never before (except from us) while we were away on Christmas vacation: he frankly hated to see her leave. Pat responded to our enquiry promptly and met with us on two occasions to get all the details regarding staying in our home, including Bailey's culinary details and exercise and sleeping preferences. Upon our return we found everything as we had left it and a very happy Bailey eager to have us go on another vacation in order to have fun with Pat again. We highly recommend Pat as she saved the situation for us. Initially, we did some "interviews" with a local kennel but were rejected since all Bailey did during the "all day trial" was try to escape. On future trips, Pat will be the first person we'll contact for the job.”
“Kirsten is clearly a very kind and compassionate human that cares a lot about animals. She was great with winning over our territorial and anxious chihuahua, Patches - he was cuddling with her within just a few hours of meeting her!”
About: I’ve grown up with dogs in my family my whole life—my adoration of dogs and other pets is a big part of who I am. I have experience taking care of family-friend’s pets, with a minimum of 1 long walk or 2 short walks per day rain or shine. Several pets I have taken care of in the past have had dietary restrictions, so that is a request I can confidently accommodate. I find that all pets (even the shy ones) enjoy my presence and I take great pride in understanding their temperament and needs. While my experience with puppies and senior dogs is minimal, I am constantly learning new things volunteering at the SPCA. I am currently working part-time on Friday and Saturday nights, but otherwise I have an open schedule! If you are located close to my work, I can always drop by on my break and let your pet out for some air. There are many parks nearby that I can take your dog to! I also have a fenced back yard, but do not currently own a crate. I am happy to supply enrichment activities and toys though! In my clients homes, I care for your dog just as you would, as I find new routines can sometimes cause further stress to your pet. I also take pride in my cleanliness and will leave your home as clean as I arrived.
“Carlee stepped in at the last minute and we really appreciate her quick response. The animals were happy and well taken care of. The house was in great shape! Would highly recommend. Thanks Carlee!”
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats in the house my whole life, so caring for animals has always come naturally to me. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience with a wide range of pets, including dogs and cats, from babies to seniors. I love getting to know each pet’s unique personality and making sure they always feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. I’m currently a student with a light course load, which gives me a very flexible schedule. I know how important it is to follow each pet’s specific routine, from feeding times to walking schedules. I’ll care for your pet just as you would, making sure they feel at home and you feel at ease while you’re away. Spending time with animals is something I genuinely enjoy, and I’d love the opportunity to spend some time with your beloved fur babies. Nothing would make me happier than getting the chance to spoil them with all the love, snuggles and attention they deserve! I’m currently studying part-time, so pet care fits easily into my routine. I’m available most mornings and evenings during the week and am fairly available during the weekends as well. I’m a gentle, dependable, and attentive pet lover with years of experience caring for my own animals. When looking after someone else’s pets, I make sure to follow all instructions carefully to help maintain their usual routine and ensure they feel at ease. If anything is unclear, I always reach out to confirm. I treat both your pets and your home with the highest level of care and respect, making sure everything stays clean, safe, and comfortable at all times.
“Not gonna lie, we were a but nervous about having someone we don't know staying at our house for 3 days! We have never left our dogs with anyone we don't know. Especially our new rescue dog Eva who is afraid of everyone. We were put at ease as soon as we did the meet and greet with Cherish. Eva was interested in her, and even let Cherish touch her, which never happens. They say dogs are a good judge of character! Cherish sent multiple photo updates while we were gone, which was unexpected and so appreciated! She even sat out and had a campfire in the yard one night and let the dogs run and play for hours. We even got a selfie of Eva snuggling with Cherish the day after we left! When we got home, the house looked as clean as when we left. The dogs were happy, and had clearly been taken great care of. We will hire Cherish again and again. If you are considering Rover, and you are unsure like we were, look no further! Just hire Cherish and rest easy. She is amazing!”
“Ashley was amazing. She communicates very well, is punctual and reliable, and seemed to genuinely enjoy the time she spent with our fur babies. We came home to four very relaxed, happy cats who were obviously very well cared for. She had no concerns about the special instructions we had for them. And she shared the perfect amount of information/photos with us and checked in quickly when there was something a bit off with one of the cats. Our condo was very clean when we got back. We absolutely recommend Ashley for cat sitting, she is a gem!”
About: Update: I am fully booked for the summer! Thank you to everyone for trusting me with their fur babies 🐶🐾🥰 I’ve been around dogs my whole life - having a pup of my own since I was three - and I know how much they mean to their families. I’ve also been volunteering with ElderDog, gaining experience in senior dog care, and have been dog walking for months, handling pups of all sizes and energy levels. Whether it’s gentle care for older dogs or keeping up with an energetic pup, I provide patient, loving, and reliable care tailored to each dog’s needs! 🐾 I work from home 8am - 4pm Monday through Friday so I would love to get out of the house and walk a furry friend! I'm also available after 4pm and occasional weekends. I prioritize safety, trust, and a stress-free environment while caring for pets in their homes. I follow owners' routines closely, ensuring pets feel comfortable and secure. Whether it’s regular walks, feeding, administering medication, or extra playtime, I provide attentive care tailored to each pet’s needs. I also keep owners updated with messages and photos, so they always know their furry friend is happy and well cared for! 🐾
“Bryce is the best sitter in the entire lower mainland. His knowledge and expertise is second to none and his carefulness to each pets needs is fantastic. Cannot recommend Bryce enough”
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Emma W.Star Sitter
“Emma was wonderful! She took great care of our dog and was very clean and respectful of our home. Our dog is on the high maintenance side and she was able to manage him very well. Highly recommend.”
Jane R.Star Sitter
“Jane was great with our pups, including our reactive Pyrenees. He can be a handful and she was a champ. We will definitely have her watch them again.”
Alexander B.
“Alexander arrived on time and communicated throughout the stay. The house was tidy upon our return. Alexander put in additional effort by watering our plants when he noticed they were drooping and refilled my hummingbird feeders. Our two dogs were well cared for and we are sure they barely noticed we weren’t around!”
Miranda M.
“Miranda is a nice dog sitter. She was nice from our first communication. She texted me and sent some pictures of my dogs! I was so happy to see how my dogs were doing. I will recommend Miranda to any dog parents! Thank you, Miranda,”
Kelsey B.
“Kelsey took such great care with our two cats, Julian and Greta. She provided us with regular updates, made sure they were good on water, food, and litter, and went above and beyond to be affectionate and amazing company for them while we were gone over the holidays. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter!”
Sonya J.Star Sitter
“Sonya is the finest house sitter there is. She cares for my cat with tons of attention. She leaves my house in better shape than I left it and is communicative and responsive. Thanks again!”
Chantal S.
“Chantal was very patient with my skittish animals and was even able to win over my dog! She left the house clean and was responsive when messaged”
Karen R.
“We were so fortunate to have Karen house and pet sit for us while we were away on holiday. From the start she was punctual, communicative and very kind. She took such great care of our cat and puppy and it was clear they were both super happy and comfortable with her. We loved receiving all the updates and pictures, it made being away so much easier knowing they were in good hands. The house was spotless when we returned and we could tell she goes above and beyond in her caretaking and has a genuine love and connection with animals. We would absolutely love to use Karen again and highly recommend her. Thank you Karen!”
Valerie D.Star Sitter
“Having not left our aging dogs with a caregiver in many years, I was anxious! It was like Valerie was reading my mind when she sent me an update not long after we left - it was so reassuring! Valerie was understanding and adapted to the dogs' frequent needs to potty. I'm very grateful to have had another good experience with her!”
Madison C.
“Madison is very kind. She was very intentional and patient with my fearful rescue dog. I also appreciate how communicative she is. Definitely booking Madison again!”
Ramesh & Lauren R.
Star Sitter
“Ramesh and Lauren were great! My pets warmed up to them fast and were happy and calm when I got home. Thanks so much to both of you for the great care!”
Pat M.
“According to Bailey, our Maltese, Pat treated him with attention and affection like never before (except from us) while we were away on Christmas vacation: he frankly hated to see her leave. Pat responded to our enquiry promptly and met with us on two occasions to get all the details regarding staying in our home, including Bailey's culinary details and exercise and sleeping preferences. Upon our return we found everything as we had left it and a very happy Bailey eager to have us go on another vacation in order to have fun with Pat again. We highly recommend Pat as she saved the situation for us. Initially, we did some "interviews" with a local kennel but were rejected since all Bailey did during the "all day trial" was try to escape. On future trips, Pat will be the first person we'll contact for the job.”
Kirsten S.Star Sitter
“Kirsten is clearly a very kind and compassionate human that cares a lot about animals. She was great with winning over our territorial and anxious chihuahua, Patches - he was cuddling with her within just a few hours of meeting her!”
Abby S.
“Abby is a kind, responsible, and attentive caregiver who truly loves animals. She treats every pet like her own and always goes the extra mile. Highly recommend!”
Carlee F.
“Carlee stepped in at the last minute and we really appreciate her quick response. The animals were happy and well taken care of. The house was in great shape! Would highly recommend. Thanks Carlee!”
Melanie L.
“Mel is extremely reliable, professional and caring when it comes to dogs. She has watched my pup several times and I trust her implicitly. She was communicative sent pictures and updates often. I would highly recommend her.”
Cherish F.
“Not gonna lie, we were a but nervous about having someone we don't know staying at our house for 3 days! We have never left our dogs with anyone we don't know. Especially our new rescue dog Eva who is afraid of everyone. We were put at ease as soon as we did the meet and greet with Cherish. Eva was interested in her, and even let Cherish touch her, which never happens. They say dogs are a good judge of character! Cherish sent multiple photo updates while we were gone, which was unexpected and so appreciated! She even sat out and had a campfire in the yard one night and let the dogs run and play for hours. We even got a selfie of Eva snuggling with Cherish the day after we left! When we got home, the house looked as clean as when we left. The dogs were happy, and had clearly been taken great care of. We will hire Cherish again and again. If you are considering Rover, and you are unsure like we were, look no further! Just hire Cherish and rest easy. She is amazing!”
Ashley E.
“Ashley was amazing. She communicates very well, is punctual and reliable, and seemed to genuinely enjoy the time she spent with our fur babies. We came home to four very relaxed, happy cats who were obviously very well cared for. She had no concerns about the special instructions we had for them. And she shared the perfect amount of information/photos with us and checked in quickly when there was something a bit off with one of the cats. Our condo was very clean when we got back. We absolutely recommend Ashley for cat sitting, she is a gem!”
Megan D.
“Megan has truly the kindest and sweetest heart. I’ve never seen anyone better with animals and children. Her calm demeanour and love is unmatched. Lovely”
Bryce M.
“Bryce is the best sitter in the entire lower mainland. His knowledge and expertise is second to none and his carefulness to each pets needs is fantastic. Cannot recommend Bryce enough”
Over 148 pet parents in Colwood have booked house sitting
Colwood pet parents share their Rover experiences
Second time with Elel. She’s AMAZING! Love having her at my house. Trustworthy and My kitty loves her too. I come home and things are peaceful as if I never left. Thanks Elel 🙏
Trina was an absolute pleasure to have! She kept us updated everyday with fun pictures she was very easy going and so helpful when we needed to change the start time! She left the house spotless I could barely tell she was here! I would love to have Trina back anytime!
Cherish as awesome at house sitting for my two cats. They both are drawn to her and she spends some time with them to engage in play. She sent pics of her and my furies and it really made me feel at ease. She left my house as clean as I left it and striped the bed and turned on the dishwasher on her way out. She is very pleasant and a down to earth kind of person. Thank you Cherish❤️
Karen did a great job with taking care of or our pets while we were gone. Updated us daily with how they were doing and responded quickly to any questions we had. Highly recommend!
Jane was just wonderful with our two chihuahua pups! One is very nervous and usually takes a long time to let anyone near her. Jane had her all cuddled up on her lap and sleeping beside her! She also sends a nervous pet Mom lots of pictures and updates, which just makes time away so much more enjoyable🥰. Highly recommend.
Anita was wonderful! Our girl is a dominant, reactive, high strung Shepherd and Anita was very calm and took appropriate control of her as we were preparing to leave the house. We felt very comfortable leaving Mira with Anita and came home to our girl safe and sound. We highly recommend Anita.
Tory is the best! She stayed at our place with our cat and dog (who has some higher needs) with her for two weeks while we were abroad. I felt totally comfortable that she had everything under control, even when we weren’t in the same time zone. They were sad she was gone!
Amy was fantastic! We highly recommend her as a dog sitter. Her communication was excellent – we loved receiving regular picture and video updates of our doggy throughout the weekend. It was clear she took him on some wonderful adventures, especially his exciting trips to the beach. On top of all that, we really appreciated how clean she left our place. We'll definitely be booking with her again!
Darcie was absolutely wonderful taking care of our anxious pup. She was easy to communicate with, very responsive, and sent a number of updates and photos. Ultimately, Darcie made our time away completely stress free and we came home to a very happy and well cared for fur-baby. 10/10 would recommend!
We were so lucky to find Kristin when our previous sitter cancelled last minute for our 2 week vacation. Kristin stayed in our house to look after our 2-yr old dog and 5-yr old cat. She kept great care of the pets, and our house was tidy when we returned home. We would definitely use Kristin again and can't thank her enough for accepting our booking last minute.
Sara-Maude was really good with both our cat and dog. She took her time to let them get used to her as they can be fearful of strangers. She sent updates and pictures daily. Would definitely recommend-hire in the future!
Elizabeth was great with our cat and two dogs! She was punctual, polite, and took excellent care of both our home and pets during our five-day trip. We’ll definitely be booking her again for our next getaway and highly recommend her services!
Michelle was so accommodating with my dogs. Great communication. Gave them lots of attention. I felt very comfortable leaving my dogs with Michelle. 5 stars.
Kristen was amazing and took really good care of my dog and my home for a couple of days. She was very diligent with my dog’s medication and gave me lots of updates. I could see that my dog had a great time which brought me a lot of peace of mind. I came back from my trip to a calm and happy dog. I can highly recommend Kristen as a pet sitter.
Nicole did a great job taking care of our dog and 2 cats over Christmas. She sent photos all the time and our boys were very happy. Our one cat does not really like many people and is uncomfortable around visitors but warmed up to Nicole very quickly and she let him have his space so he could get comfortable. Thank you Nicole!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Colwood is $55
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Sitters in Colwood average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Colwood on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $55 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 562 house sitters in Colwood. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Colwood house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Colwood have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Colwood.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Colwood house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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.
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