House Sitting Dalmeny

About: I come from a family of pet lovers, being surrounded by every breed and pet possible. I have house and pet sat for friends and family my entire life. It’s a gift for me to make your pets feel loved and secure, as it is comforting for the owners. I currently work from home (or your home) in marketing, I may go into the office 1-2 days a week. I just want pets to feel loved and secure in their own comfort zone. As your trusted pet sitter, I'll create a secure and nurturing environment, ensuring your furry friend feels loved and safe. Daily updates and tailored care plans provide peace of mind, with lots of playtime, fresh food, and gentle companionship, making your pet’s comfort my top priority.

“Erika is great and I highly recommend her services. Our dog is anxious with strangers, so Erika agreed to a couple of meetings before the actual dates that we required her services. While we were away, she took great care of our dog and our house. Easy 5 stars!”

Craig M.

“This is the second time Afton has house sat for us while on vacation and has watched our 2 dogs and 2 cats. She always does an excellent job and highly recommend her for your animal sitting needs!”

Austin G.

About: Your Pup’s Home Away From Home! 🐾 ​We are a family of three and we treat every guest like one of our own, ensuring they feel safe, loved, and fully pampered. ​What We Offer: ​Active Lifestyle: We love long walks and have a fully fenced yard perfect for zoomies and sunbathing. ​Crate-Friendly Home: We are experienced with kennel training and prefer dogs who are comfortable in their "den." ​Cozy Environment: Whether it's playtime in the yard or cuddles on the couch, your dog will be part of our daily rhythm. ​Our Schedule: ​We are home most of the time, though from Tuesday to Thursday, we work from 8 till 3 but between the two of us the pup will be able to have a pee break during the day. For this reason, we are a great fit for dogs who can relax comfortably in their kennel for a few hours at a time. ​We can’t wait to meet your pup and provide them with a fun, secure, and loving environment while you’re away! We are home most of the time, though from Tuesday to Thursday, we work during the day. For this reason, we are a great fit for dogs who can relax comfortably in their kennel for a few hours at a time. ​Our Care Philosophy: Family First 🐾 ​Coming from a home that loved a Shih Tzu for many years, we know that every dog has a unique personality and specific needs. We don't just "watch" your dog; we welcome them into our daily lives as a temporary family member. ​Safety & Security ​Fully Fenced Yard: Your pup can enjoy the fresh air safely. We always supervise yard time to ensure everyone is playing nice and staying secure. ​Kennel Comfort: We are big believers in the "den" environment. If your dog is kennel trained, we maintain that routine to reduce anxiety and give them a safe space to rest while we are out or during bedtime. ​Leashed Adventures: Our morning and evening walks are always on-leash, exploring the neighborhood at a pace that suits your dog’s energy level. ​Personalized Attention ​Companionship: Since someone is usually home throughout the day, your dog won't be lonely. Whether we’re working nearby or relaxing in the living room, they’ll have human company. ​Consistency is Key: We stick to your feeding and medication schedule exactly as you do at home to keep their tummy and health on track. ​Fresh Water & Treats: We keep the bowls full of fresh water and (with your permission!) provide healthy treats for being "good boys and girls." ​Communication with You ​We know how hard it is to be away from your fur baby. We make sure to send: ​Daily Photo Updates: Action shots from our long walks or cute photos of them lounging in the yard. ​Quick Check-ins: A quick text to let you know they’ve eaten and are settling in well. ​Peace of Mind: You can enjoy your trip knowing we are treating your pup exactly how we’d want our own to be treated.

About: I was born and raised on a farm so im no stranger to hard work and animal care! I myself am also a pet parent to 7 cats and 2 dogs and have raised cats and dogs from bottle babies to seniors. Im also a volunteer with the Saskatoon Dog Rescue and am taking a dog training course. I also have experience with dog reactivity and administaring meditations. I very much understand the importance of finding someone trustworthy to look after your pets while you're away so schedules and instructions will be followed to a T and i will send as many updates and pictures youd like while your away! Leaving your fur family at home for work and vacations can be hard and finding someone to trust while your away can be harder so please ask as many questions as youd like before booking with me!! I'm am available for walks and checks in between 10am and 6pm everyday. Other times are a possibility but will need to be discussed directly. I do not do boarding or overnight stays at my house but would be more then happy to pet sit at your place. When I care for a dog in their home I follow all clients instructions as well as lots of love and play, while also respecting boundaries and watching body language. While on walks I love to just see dogs be dogs, while also being respectful of the leash as well as evniroment. For safety I carry a can of pet corrector and a slip lead. If you're working on any training let me know and ill be sure to follow exactly what you're doing to reinforce your current training.

“Thank you so much Desiree for taking good care of Lilly. We really appreciate your support whilst we were away and for keeping in constant contact with us. We will definitely consider you again in tge future.”

Sharon K.

“We feel very lucky to have found Jrosaleen. We love the attention she gives to Skye and Frankie and Skye have a blast playing together. She is so genuine with such a big heart. Exactly who we want to care for our pet when away.”

Sheri P.

“Jade is incredible! It was such a huge relief knowing our pups were in great hands while we were away for our wedding. We loved to see all the photos she sent throughout the day and it gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were having the best time. When we got home, our house was spotless and our dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. We are so grateful for her and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. We will definitely be using her again in the future :)”

Emily D.

About: I have had pets ever since I was about 6 years old. I have house sit many family friends pets from dogs to cats to any pet really. I love all animals and understand their needs. I follow instructions from owners very thoroughly as I know pets are like family to all of us and each of them have their unique schedule and likes and dislikes. I have cared for dogs and cats from when they were first born to seniors. Whatever your pet may need I will be sure to go above and beyond to ensure you and your pet are satisfied! I work part time so I am able to be quite flexible and can spend lots of time with your pets. I look forward to discussing how we can fit our schedules together! Your pets safety and well being is of most important to me, as I would expect just the same of someone responsible for my pet. Whatever your requests may be in terms of your pets safety and care I will be sure to follow them to a point!

About: I love all dogs, and by the second visit, all dogs love me. I am good at dealing with any dog and I find it very rewarding to help them with any behavioural issues that you may be concerned about. Ensuring that your hard work and training isn’t neglected in your absence. The most common ones I work with is food aggression/resource guarding, and separation anxiety. I will be home almost the entire time with a few minor exceptions like lunches with friends and errands. Your dog will receive lots of attention while in my care. If you are new to rover, use the referral code below to save on your first booking and give it a try. https://www.rover.com/sit/mitchs52164 I own my home and have orientated it towards dogs. I have a fully fenced in back yard where dogs are free to be dogs. Inside my house they will be allowed on anything you allow them to at home. Bed, couch, chair etc. I am more than happy to address any concerns you have with your pet. If you have a challenging dog, I am happy to accept the challenge. We can meet up prior to make sure you are happy and confident that your dog will be in good hands!

“Mae did an amazing job caring for our two dogs and two cats. She managed to win over our very timid senior cat, who shys away from eating and taking her meds. Mae had her eating and taking her meds without an issue. We appreciated Mae's regular communication with comments, pics and videos of our pets while they were in her care. It was clear our pets were happy and well looked after. It gave us peace of mind while we were away. I would highly recommend Mae to anyone in need of pet care!”

Nerina B.

“Anthony was great! He made time for Chunk on short notice and was incredibly responsive to my messages. He sent us many updates over the weekend, including photos and messages. Although Chunk is incredibly sweet, she is a quirky, shy girl. Anthony was unfazed by this and I knew she was in good hands. I would definitely ask him to look after Chunk again and recommend him to other families, too.”

Danielle C.

About: I grew up with animals on the farm, rode horses for years, volunteered for the Saskatoon Animal Shelter, and have always had a home with cats and friends with dogs I gave my love to. I work full time and am gone many weekends to visit my partner, which is why it’s not feasible for me to have my own pets right now, but it gives me great opportunity to love pets that aren’t my own right now! I will follow your instructions carefully and care for your pets as my own! I love all animals and want to make their time away from their human as comfortable and happy as possible.

“Olena recently stayed in our house and cared for our pets while we were away. She was great about sending us updates and left our home spotless. We will definitely be booking with her again and recommending her to friends and family.”

Lauren S.