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“I'm so glad we found Karen, who is kind and easy-going. She stayed in our home and took great care of our two small dogs while we were on holiday for 10 days. She kept us updated with photos and news and knowing she was spending lots of time with them gave us peace of mind! She was also a very tidy guest. We very much appreciate the patience and attention given to our girls and would most definitely book her services again.”
“Hope has a calm and kind energy about her that my nervous and high maintenance animals responded really well to! She was diligent in ensuring she understood their needs and kept us updated so we could enjoy our holiday with ease. Thank you Hope!!”
“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,”
“Paige is responsive, reliable and excellent with Bella. We felt very safe and secure leaving our home and our puppy with Paige, all our expectations were met, and we will definitely use her in the future! Highly recommend!”
“We had an amazing experience leaving our senior beagle Elliott in Maia's care. It was our first time having a sitter, and Maia not only put us at ease about the whole process but went above and beyond our expectations. Elliott instantly gravitated to her, you can always tell when someone truly loves animals. He was so happy to stick with his routine and Maia took great care to understand his quirky personality. She was professional, sent regular updates, and was quick to reply (even before our booking). We'd gladly entrust Elliott to her care in future and recommend to others.”
About: Animals have been apart of my life since I was a kid. I've cared for and raised animals of all kinds, from puppies to farm animals and small pets. My own dog, Rufus, has brought such light to my life, that I understand the important of comfortability when taking care of animals. Rufus has suffered from seizers since he was young. Through those experiences, I became comfortable with medication routines, food and digestion support, and providing calm energy and loving care during his episodes. Over the years I've experienced caring from many different types of animals, including cats, fish, hamsters, sugar gliders, farm dogs and other small pets. I think each animal has their own unique personality and I love getting to know them, which helps me understand the care they need. It is my upmost importance to make them feel safe and comfortable while their owners are away. I work from home and have a flexible schedule, which allows me to provide plenty of love, attention, and exercise throughout the day. I enjoy being active and going on hikes and walks so caring for animals, especially dogs, naturally fits into my daily routine. I treat every pet as if they were my own. I strive to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while owners are away. I take the time to learn their routine, personality, and any special needs so I can provide consistent care and help them feel at ease. I am more than happy to provide regular updates and photos to owners so you can assure your furry family member is in goods hands.
“Catharine took great care of Maggie and Mabel. The pets loved her. Catharine kept us updated with photos regularly and responded quickly. Our house was left spotless, she was friendly and was respectful. We would definitely book her again. She’s the best!”
About: I’ve been surrounded by dogs my whole life and have years of experience helping my partner with dog-sitting. I’m patient, reliable, and love spending time with all kinds of dogs — from energetic puppies to calm seniors. I offer in-home dog sitting, dog boarding at your place or mine, and daily walks. Whether your pup needs playtime, cuddles, or just someone to keep them company, I’ll make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I currently work full-time from 7:30 AM to 4 PM, so I can care for dogs who are comfortable being alone during that time. I’m fully available on weekends to spend the whole day with them. My partner, does dog-sitting full time and is available several days a week to help care for your pups if needed. She usually walks the pups on the days that I am working. 🌿 A calm and safe environment for your pups I have a fenced yard where dogs can stretch their legs safely, but I also love going for walks several times a day so they can explore and get plenty of exercise. The atmosphere at home is calm and caring — perfect for dogs who like to feel comfortable and relaxed. If your dog is used to being in a crate, that’s totally fine too — I’m happy to follow their routine so they feel right at home. 🐾
“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!”
“Chantal was wonderful. My pups were well cared for and my home was spotless when I returned. Chantal took the time to set the routine with the dogs and I could tell she understood their needs and quirks and made sure they were comfortable. I would absolutely have Chantal back again!”
“Tammy provided excellent care for both my home and my pets. She made sure my dog got daily walks and little adventures, and I really appreciated all the photo updates while I was away. My dog is a senior, and Tammy was incredibly thoughtful—she even brought a dog stroller so Bella could ride comfortably whenever she got tired. Tammy truly went above and beyond. She left my home clean and tidy, even organizing a few things around the house. I was welcomed home with freshly baked banana bread on the counter and a handwritten note, which was such a lovely touch. We would be absolutely happy to have Tammy back again and highly recommend her!”
“Madison took such wonderful care of Churro today! 🐾 She kept me updated with photos, spent lots of time playing with him, and I could instantly tell how much he adores her. It made me feel so at ease — I was actually able to enjoy my day without a single worry. Thank you so much, Madison — we really appreciate you! 💛”
“A++ Amy! What a great sitter - very conscientious, thorough, communicative - and my pets adore her. From our first meeting Amy asked all the right questions and took the time to learn specific details of each pet and catered to their quirks with a great sense of humour. She will continue to be my go-to pet sitter.”
“We had Tommy come and stay with our 15 yr. old Pomeranian for the second time now. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services. We received several pictures daily and our place was spotless when we returned.”
About: I’ve been pet and house sitting for about 3 years now, and I also worked at Pet Valu for 2 years, which taught me a lot about dog nutrition, health, and behaviour. I got really comfortable understanding different temperaments, keeping playtime safe, and knowing what different dogs need to feel happy and comfortable. I’ve cared for dogs of all kinds! puppies, seniors, high energy dogs, and the more shy or anxious ones too. I make sure every dog gets attention, affection, and a routine they’re comfortable with. I like to keep things fun, calm, and stress free, and I always treat pets like my own while they’re with me. I offer daily updates (with cute photos), exercise and enrichment, walks, feeding, cuddles, and just making sure your dog feels loved and secure while you’re away! I currently work part-time, which means I have lots of extra time and flexibility to care for your pets throughout the day. I’m available for walks, feeding schedules, potty breaks, enrichment, and just spending time with your dog so they feel safe and loved! Whether your pet needs extra attention, playtime, or calm companionship I’m able to fit it into my routine easily! I provide attentive, loving care for pets in their own home, keeping their routines and environment consistent. I ensure pets are fed on schedule, have access to fresh water, and get the attention, playtime, and exercise they need. I maintain a safe environment by keeping doors and gates secure, monitoring for any hazards, and following all specific instructions from the owner. I also keep the home clean and comfortable, and provide updates to owners so they can have peace of mind while away.
“She is a very good listener, communicated well & gave our senior cat meds, feel very comfortable having her stay at our house to care for our cat with special needs, highly recommend!”
About: Animals have been a cherished part of my life since childhood, when I had the joy of growing up with 2 dogs. The pure happiness animals bring to me remains truly unmatched by anything else in life. I have been professionally pet sitting for 2 years and I have had the experience to care for many breeds and ages. From energetic husky pups to a blind senior lab that required medication and more specific care. I absolutely love animals and miss being around them when I'm not caring for them or walking them. I am able to do walks, drop-in visits, or live-in pet sitting based on my calender. I am always happy to make new animal friends! I treat every animal as it was my own. I have a deep love for animals and treat them with affection. I understand each animal has different levels of learning, communication, and trust and I take the time to learn about every animal I take care of. I love building relationships with pets and animals.
“Christi was absolutely delightful, a joy and a calm and caring presence. My two rescues took to her immediately and because this was my first time leaving my girls, Christi also made me feel comfortable and reassured me. I appreciated the photos and updates and how she respected my home. I will definitely be using Christi again.”
Over 152 pet parents in Colwood have booked house sitting
Colwood pet parents share their Rover experiences
This was the third time we’ve had Alyssa care for our cats, and I can confidently say she is 100% recommended! We came home to a clean house and happy, well-cared-for kitties. She went above and beyond and even baked us fresh bread, which was such a thoughtful surprise. I really appreciated the regular updates and photos throughout our trip. They gave me peace of mind and helped me know that my cats were doing well and were in great hands. Reliable, caring, and attentive—I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again!
I’m so happy we booked Jane to stay at our house with our 5 cats while we were away on vacation. She sent tons of pictures, was very easy to communicate with, learned the cats feeding routine quickly, left the house in great condition. I would happily book her again!
Trina has watched our pups a number of times and I have nothing but great things to say. She was able to ease my (very stressed) mind about leaving our very senior dog for a week and took great care of both dogs and all of their special needs. We got lots of photo updates and were able to actually relax on vacation knowing they were being loved. Highly recommend and will absolutely book with her again. Thanks Trina!
Darcie was fantastic with our reactive German Shepherd dog and cat. Darcie took the time to get to know our pets and was very professional throughout the process. She did a fantastic job during her stay and went above and beyond our expectations. We are first time users to Rover and we will definitely be having Darcie take care of our girls again without hesitation! Thanks Darcie
Pat did an excellent job of house sitting and taking care of our little dog "Cocoa". She sent frequent updates, with photos, of Cocoa activities to show how well she was getting along with us gone for two weeks. When we got home our house was clean and neat and Cocoa as the happy little dog that we had left in Pat's care. We would recommend her for taking care of anyone's pets. Thank you.
Highly, highly recommend! Amber was our first experience on Rover and our first time having our puppy watched by someone external. She was nothing short of amazing with our big pup who clearly adored her and wanted her to stay. Amazing communication! I will rebook again and again!
Amy is incredible. Our doggie truly feels like he is on his own vacation whenever he stays with her. We have complete peace of mind knowing he is in such capable hands, and we always look forward to the frequent photo updates she sends. We cannot recommend her services enough!
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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 Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 617 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, 86% 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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