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Sitter Profile Image: Bridget H.
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Bridget H.
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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3M

Bridget took great care of our girls and dropped in twice so we could enjoy a night out! She sent us several photos and followed all of our requests perfectly! We will definitely continue to use Bridget!

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Hannah E.
Sitter Profile Image: Kelsey M.
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Kelsey M.
Star Sitter
$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Lake Loon, NS, B2W

Kelsey did a great job feeding and walking our dog while we were away. It was a bit complex because our dog was in our RV in an RV park, but she figured it all out. She was on time, sent photos, and everything was tidy when we returned. I'd definitely recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Natalia C.
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Natalia C.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3J

About: I have been taking care of animals ever since I can remember! My background working on farms taught me to stay calm under pressure and handle animals of all sizes and temperaments. Whether it’s a stubborn puppy or a cat that needs a little extra space, I’m highly observant of animal body language. Feel free to reach out with any questions. I’m looking forward to helping you and your pet! I work remotely in the South End, giving me great flexibility for walks and house sitting. Since I'm home throughout the day, I can provide a high level of supervision and quick responses for any last minute needs. I treat your home with the same care I treat my own. While house sitting, I stay tidy, follow all house rules, and ensure your pet’s environment stays consistent and without stress. I provide detailed updates and photos after every visit or throughout a stay. I’m also happy to handle small household tasks.

Sitter Profile Image: Loren S.
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Loren S.
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$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
22 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3K

Loren was very sweet and took good care of my kitty while I was away on a trip! Loki seemed to be happy upon my return! She was very responsive, gave good updates and spent quality time with Loki, making sure he had his daily brushing and treats! I would recommend Loren!

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Karla P.
Sitter Profile Image: Emily E.
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Emily E.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
12 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B3A

Emily is extremely reliable, professional and an experienced pet handler. She kept me updated daily with photos and info, and took wonderful care of our cats. We're grateful for her service!

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Sitter Profile Image: Gayzelle I.
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Gayzelle I.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3M

About: Im a university student, who’s had experience with animals such as dogs, cats, fish, hamster growing up. I can work with any kinds of animals and is very reliable to your needs. I myself own two dogs and three cats.I love going on an adventure with my dogs wether that be going for walks on trails or the dog parks or going out for a drive. I can work with animals who requires a little bit more attention such as strictly feeding/potty break schedules, medication administration, dog/people reactive, separation anxiety, pulling on walks etc. Seeing my dog happy and makes me happy, so let met make yours happy. Feel free to ask any questions about myself :). I’m currently working another job as part time but I’m available anytime in the mornings or after work. As well as anytime on the weekend. Taking care of pets in a client’s home making sure that they stick to their regular routine if owner is away to reduce stress of the pet.

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda J.
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Amanda J.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B3A

About: Lifelong dog lover and proud dog mom to my Australian Shepherd, Pepper 🐾 My home is calm, cozy, and very dog-friendly. I work from home, so your pup will get plenty of attention, supervision, and companionship throughout the day—no long hours alone. I’m experienced with daily routines, walks, playtime, and making sure each dog feels comfortable and cared for. I’m happy to care for puppies (with all the patience and consistency they need!) as well as senior dogs who may need a gentler, more relaxed approach. Whether your dog is energetic and playful or prefers to cuddle and relax, I’ll make sure they feel safe, loved, and right at home. I work from home most days, which allows me to give pets lots of attention and keep a consistent routine. I’m home Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and weekends, so your pet will have plenty of company throughout the day. On Wednesdays, I’m in the office, but I’m located very close to home and can easily come back for check-ins, walks, and care as needed. Overall, I have a flexible schedule and can adapt to your pet’s routine to make sure they’re comfortable, well cared for, and never left alone for long. Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I live in a pet-friendly apartment on the main floor, which means quick and easy access to the outdoors for bathroom breaks and walks—no long waits or elevators needed. We’re also located near great off-leash parks and walking areas, perfect for getting in lots of exercise and fresh air (always based on your comfort level and your dog’s needs). Inside, my home is clean, calm, and set up to be a safe, cozy environment where your dog can relax and feel at home. I’m attentive, responsible, and always mindful of each dog’s routine, safety, and well-being.

Sitter Profile Image: Keisha E.
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Keisha E.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y

Keisha was awesome with our bonded pair of skittish kitties. I had her come in once a day for four days. Loved getting the report card every day with pictures and knowing how much of their food they ate, how much they interacted, etc. This was my first time using Rover, and she made me feel fully comfortable with using the platform and leaving my little guys in her capable hands. Thanks, Keisha!

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Jennifer H.
Sitter Profile Image: Ross W.
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Ross W.
Star Sitter
$54
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
174 reviews
44 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3K

Ross is always a wonderful and caring sitter. Our cat loves to spend time with him and always appreciates the company. Cannot recommend Ross enough to look after your cat.

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen M.
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Karen M.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
16 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

Karen is amazing. She went above and beyond and met Maisy before she came by to walk her. I cannot thank her enough. She is so kind and I highly reccomend her.

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Jenna M.
Sitter Profile Image: Cleah B.
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Cleah B.
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
224 reviews
117 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3N

Cleah was absolutely fantastic! Not only did she do a great job of taking care of my three kitties, she was also exceedingly flexible when a friend needed a place to stay for a few days and I offered up my apartment. This level of flexibility and professionalism was appreciated around this time of year. Communication was great, I never felt nervous about how the kitties were doing, she did a great job handling my cats interesting diet needs, and sent loves of photos of the fur babies. If I could give 6/5 stars I would :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Miranda A.
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Miranda A.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
24 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3M

Remy really liked Miranda. She was very communicative with me and sent me photos of how he was doing at each visit. I would rebook with her again :)

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Sitter Profile Image: Naomi H.
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Naomi H.
Star Sitter
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
57 reviews
36 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Lawrencetown, NS, B2Z

Naomi was friendly, professional, and excellent eith my dog. I got her on short-notice, and I believe I was really lucky! You won't go wrong with your pet in her care 😊👍👍

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Sitter Profile Image: Julia S.
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Julia S.
$23
total per visit
6 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3J

About: I have plenty of hands-on experience caring for dogs through my own 5 year old Cavapoo, as well as regularly watching friends’ dogs. I’m comfortable with dogs of all sizes, personalities, and energy levels, and I love giving them plenty of attention, playtime, walks, and cuddles! I work from home, so I have a very flexible schedule and am around throughout the day to give dogs plenty of attention and care. I’m able to provide regular walks, playtime, bathroom breaks, and lots of company, making sure they feel comfortable and loved while you’re away. I live in a dog-friendly apartment close to several great parks and walking spots. With a little dog of my own, I know all the best places nearby for walks, playtime, and getting some fresh air. Your pup will have a comfortable, dog-friendly home base with plenty of opportunities to get outside and explore!

Sitter Profile Image: Sukhmandeep K.
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Sukhmandeep K.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
1 year of experience
Halifax, NS, B3M

About: What sets me apart is my calm, patient, and attentive approach to pet care. I have strong listening and communication skills from my customer service background, so I always make sure pet parents feel updated and reassured. I pay close attention to each pet’s unique personality, routine, and needs. Whether it’s an energetic puppy who needs consistency and positive reinforcement, or a senior pet who needs gentle care and extra patience, I adapt to make them feel safe and comfortable. I treat every pet like family and create a loving, stress-free environment where they can relax and be themselves. Pet care fits very naturally into my daily routine because I work from home, which allows me to provide consistent supervision and attention throughout the day. Pets in my care are rarely left alone and can enjoy regular interaction, playtime, and comfort.I am available for house sitting for both cats and dogs, and I can also host cats in my home. Since I work remotely, I’m able to follow feeding schedules closely, provide timely potty breaks, and maintain a calm, structured environment.I only accept bookings I can fully commit to, ensuring every pet receives reliable, attentive, and loving care. Since I work from home, cats in my care receive consistent supervision, playtime, and affection throughout the day. I follow feeding schedules closely, provide cozy resting spots, and make sure their environment is calm and stress-free. I also spend time socializing and enriching their day with toys, scratching posts and gentle interaction. I provide house sitting by following each pet’s routine carefully feeding, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and rest. I ensure their environment stays safe and comfortable and I provide updates to owners regularly so they feel reassured. For dogs, I include walks or outdoor play and for cats, I make sure they feel safe and relaxed. I adapt to each pet’s needs, whether they are energetic, shy or senior pets needing extra care.No matter the location or service, every pet in my care receives attention, affection and the same level of love and responsibility I would give my own pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Jaiden T.
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Jaiden T.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3L

Jaiden is a wonderful sitter who prioritizes clear, responsive communication to let you know that she has your pets' care front and center. One of our two cats is elderly and has myriad issues, so we have to leave any sitter with finicky instructions, and after interacting with Jaiden we have all the confidence that she's looking at every piece. Whenever we've had changes of plans Jaiden has also been so understanding and accommodating.

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Jack W.
Sitter Profile Image: Cassandra M.
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Cassandra M.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
6 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3N

Cassandra and Mark were wonderful! They took such great care of my two cats and I had complete comfort while being away. Would absolutely book them again!

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Holly M.
Sitter Profile Image: Greer D.
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Greer D.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

Greer was great! Messaged me and reassured me that our puppy with okay! So happy with her and will be booking her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Eliza P.
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Eliza P.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
3 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Halifax, NS, B3H

Eliza was fantastic, took care of my cat while I was away for 3 weeks. Great follow up with photos and I could see that my cat loved her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaleigh S.
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Kaleigh S.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Dartmouth, NS, B2W

Kaleigh was great with our 2 German Shepherd dogs! She was very flexible with her schedule and on time :)

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Trisha D.
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Thank you Cassie for taking care of Zeus. Your day in advance acquaintance visit to meet Zeus and familiarize with the house was appreciated. So too, were your photographs from each visit and your timeliness. Well done

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Jim M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I immediately trusted and felt comfortable with Jaime. She is very professional, communicative, and thorough, and she made sure Gus had such a blast!!! Lots of play, exercise, and cuddles. What more could you want?

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Catherine H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Natalia was wonderful! She followed our instructions precisely, and she sent us thorough updates and photos every single time she visited. Our pups need medication, and she handled that as well as their energy without a problem! 10/10!

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David H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Keisha was very responsive and took great care to check in on Lou while I was at work. I came home to a very relaxed pup!

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Lindsey P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Signy was very good at taking care of my puppy while I was away. She was very patient with my puppy who is in her little shark phase. Signy also keeps you updated to see how your puppy is doing. I recommend signy for people’s pets.

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Kirstine H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Dana has been excellent with Moose! She is reliable and gives us great updates on Moose’s walks. Would highly recommend Dana!

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Anna-Claire L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lucy has been amazing with our puppy, Hudson! She has been helping with midday visits while we’re working, taking him for short walks, giving him lots of attention, and helping reinforce his puppy training and routines. She’s reliable, communicative, and clearly cares about him. Hudson is always excited to see her, and we have complete confidence in her care. We (and Hudson!) absolutely love Lucy and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for support with their dog.

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Erin A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lori is hands down the absolute best! From the very first moment my dog met her, it was instant love—and honestly, I felt the exact same way. I was completely out of touch and unable to communicate while I was away, but I had total peace of mind because Lori already felt just like family. We love her so much! If pets could leave reviews, I know they would join us in giving Lori a million stars. We couldn’t recommend her more! Hey Lori, if in the future you will need any favor, dont hesitate to message us! Keep in touch! ❤️ so much love

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Maria S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ross has been a great help the last few weeks with my new rescue Sadie! She’s always happy to see him!

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Julia M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Wow! I can’t say enough wonderful things about Bianca! She watched my 2 dogs while I was away for a week and I felt so assured that they were getting the best care and cuddles! Bianca is professional and truly went above and beyond with my boys!

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Kaitie H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Rhonda was a wonderful sitter, very reliable and caring, even in the midst of a crippling snowstorm that brought the city to a halt and cancelled my initial return flight. I had to be in another province and she sent me daily photos and updates. I will definitely ask her to come by again; so glad to have found her.

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Jane D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Steph was great! I got updates throughout the visit, descriptions, pictures, and Steph was always easy to get ahold of. If I need dog sitting again in the future I would definitely rebook with Steph!!

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Anna S.
Drop-In Visits
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Dartmouth on Rover is $23.31 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 430 sitters on Rover for Dog Sitting in Dartmouth. About 87% of Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth 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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