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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: Caring for animals has been a natural part of my life for as long as I can remember.Now at this time in my life I have the time, patience, and genuine love to devote to every pet I look after. Whether it's daily walks, feeding routines, administering basic care, or simply offering companionship, I treat every pet as if they were my own. My calm attentive nature helps animals feel comfortable and secure, especially those who may be shy or anxious. I am currently retired and have open availability. I have taken care of my own pets over the years and I'm looking forward to taking care of yours. I understand how important it is to have someone trustworthy and attentive in your home, and I take pride in being reliable, respectful, and detail-oriented.
“Noah was fantastic with my Chihuahua. He provided regular updates and pictures throughout the weekend. He was flexible with my delay returning home. My apartment was clean upon return. Most importantly, my baby was happy and healthy. Thank you so much Noah!”
“Nous avons été très satisfait des services d'Angela. Nous étions inquiets de laisser notre vieux chien malade de 11ans à la maison quelques jours sans nous, mais Angela nous a rassuré tout au long de notre absence et nous nous sommes sentis en confiance grâce à elle. Elle est très gentille, professionnelle et serviable. Merci encore une fois pour ton aide. Nous recommandons ses services sans hésitation.”
“Melanie was incredible! We have an old dog with congestive heart failure (on meds twice daily) so we were very nervous to leave him. At the meet and greet prior to the booking, she made us and our old boy Dexter feel calm and at ease. She sent tons of pictures and updates during the dog sitting which really put our mind at ease and allowed us to enjoy our weekend away for a friend's wedding. Our house was clean and tidy when we got home which was super appreciated. You can tell that Melanie is passionate about what she does, She cares for your pet as if it was her own. We will absolutely be using Melanie again!”
“Sylvie was amazing! She is very professional and thoughtful. She went above and beyond during the Holidays to make sure our dogs were well cared for. Our dogs are BIG and can be energetic, but Sylvie managed them well. We would highly recommend her to take care of your dogs. —- Sylvie a été formidable ! Elle est très professionnelle et attentionnée. Elle s'est surpassée pendant les vacances de Noël pour s'assurer que nos chiens étaient bien pris en charge. Nos chiens sont GROS et peuvent être énergiques, mais Sylvie les a bien gérés. Nous la recommandons vivement pour s'occuper de vos chiens.”
“Jayme was very communicative throughout her stay at our place, where she house sat our two dogs. She also spent a lot of time with the dogs, walking them and doing enrichment activities with them, which I' sure they loved! We would trust Jayme with our dogs any time!”
About: I’ve cared for dogs through every stage of life, from puppies to seniors, and understand how their needs change over time. I’m patient with puppies, consistent with adult dogs’ routines, and gentle and attentive with senior dogs who may need extra care. I’m comfortable administering medications, including oral meds and injections, and I carefully follow all care and health instructions. I also have knowledge of canine CPR and stay calm and focused in emergency situations. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priority. I treat every dog as if they were my own, and I promise to give them love, attention, and care while you’re away. I have a very open schedule as I do make my own. I have a vehicle so this also makes it easy to commute to and from your home. I provide personalized care for your pets in the comfort of their own home. I follow their routines for feeding, walks, playtime, and quiet companionship, and I’m comfortable administering medications or injections if needed. I make sure your pets feel safe, happy, and loved, while keeping their home tidy and giving you peace of mind.
“Lori was absolutely the best sitter ever and the sweatest person. I will definitely book again. Thank you for all the sweet attentions and the follow ups while i was gone!”
“We were very impressed and happy with Christine's care of our 3 fur babies. She handled our 18month old German Shepard without any issues. Riker developed a slight limp while we were away and Christine reached out to us very quickly to see how we would like her to handle it. It was reassuring to know our animals and home were in such capable hands while we were away.”
About: I have been my friends & family's pet sitter for many years. I have lived with and taken care of different breeds, but I have more experience with medium to larger dogs. I have always loved going on long walks with dogs, and can handle the ones with leash aggression. I am extremely patient and will meet a dog where they are! I have some experience (and a lot of interest) with dog training as well as caring for puppies. I always make sure my dogs are well taken care of with fresh water, preferred food schedules, walks and plenty of cuddles and play time. I work full-time during the week until 3:30 pm, which means I'm available early to care for your pets after work! I also usually work from home on Fridays. On the weekends, I am fully available for your pets' needs. I usually would include a longer walk on Saturday and/or Sunday. When I housesit, I always follow your preferred guidelines when it comes to your pet's comfort, schedule and routine. As for my own home, I live in a small apartment on the 4th floor of a building (with balcony) so I can only board small pets and pets who are plant savvy. I live close to Dow's Lake which is amazing for walks along the canal and the Arboretum.
“Jamie is the most responsible sitter we’ve ever had! She is very well organized and communicates very well to ensure you have no worries about your furbaby while you’re away. We will be booking Jamie again in the near future.”
“Erica was totally dedicated to our yellow Labrador Pippa. She gave her long walks, spent time with her and even cuddled with her on the couch. She stayed with Pippa for over a week in our house and did extra things like watering the plants outside. Erica was great and we definitely will be calling on her again. Great job Erica!”
“Lorraine is wonderful with my dog. Not only she walked him but also make sure he burnt his energy. She follow our dog food rountine perfect and we came home to a very clean house and a happy dog❤❤”
“This was our first time having Shannon stay in our home as our pet sitter while we were away. Thank you so much for everything you have cared for while we were unable to do so ourselves. To say our expectations have been exceeded is an honest under statement. The level of care you have provided to our pets and the upkept you provided to our space was immediately noticeable when we entered our home. This is a true reflecting of how caring of a person you truelly are - a true testimony of your character. 10/10 would recommend and will be using her services again!”
“Luisa was great and took the time to meet me to understand the needs of my dogs (one is an older senior). I can tell by her interaction and photos that she genuinely enjoys watching other people’s fur babies. I will definitely use her again without hesitation.”
“Natalia did a great job looking after all 5 of my pets! I have two special needs pets and she had no problem providing quality care to them. She took my dog for two long walks a day, played fetch with her and made sure she got lots of love. The cats got lots of love, rewards and attention. The house looked great when we returned as well. I will absolutely be booking Natalia as a sitter again in the future.”
About: I am currently studying at SLC to become a Veterinary Technician. I have hands-on experience in pet care through my work at a dog kennel in my hometown when I am not in school. My responsibilities include kennel cleaning and sanitation, feeding, bathing, dog walking, and administering medications as directed. I am experienced and comfortable working with dogs displaying aggression, resource guarding, and other behavioral issues, and I am confident in using safe handling techniques to ensure the well-being of both animals and people. I have in-home animal care experience providing pet sitting services for a variety of species, including but not limited to dogs, cats, turtles, and fish. In addition, I have experience working with animal sanctuaries and rescues, having worked at a local sanctuary during the summer. I also hold my Fear Free® certification, as well as First Aid and CPR certification for both people and animals. I have flexible availability during the day between classes, most evenings from 4:00 p.m. onward, and open availability on weekends. This allows me to provide consistent, reliable care and accommodate a variety of scheduling needs. I care for pets as if they were my own. I stick closely to each pet’s normal routine, including feeding, walks, playtime, and any medications they may need. I make sure pets are comfortable, safe, and getting plenty of attention, enrichment, and exercise. I’m Fear Free® certified and comfortable working with pets who may be anxious or have behavioral challenges, including aggression or resource guarding. I always use calm, positive handling and take the time to let pets feel secure and relaxed. My goal is to make your pet feel happy and stress-free while you’re away, and to give you peace of mind knowing they’re in good hands.
Over 337 pet parents in Gatineau have booked house sitting
Gatineau pet parents share their Rover experiences
Jude was beyond amazing. We have never left our dogs before and they can be a little overwhelming at first! 3 Great Pyrenees ranging from 7mos-3 years. He handled their chaos and excitement beautifully upon meeting them at the meet and greet, and put us at ease right away. Of course the dogs calm down after a few minutes of crazy, but at no point did he make us feel like he wouldn't be able to handle it. And true to form, they took to him right away. We have never spent a night away from them and he sent us lots of pictures and videos to get us through. The dogs were happy and healthy when we got home. We requested constant care, with minimal time away (not exceeding 6hrs at a time) as it was their first time with an overnight sitter, and he exceeded our expectations by a mile! He was right on time for both the meet and greet and the day of the sit, and communicated when he was stepping out for a bit (not gone for long at all! Totally reasonable!) He tidied up after himself and even made sure the air conditioning was on for us when we got home (it was going to be a warm evening) so we and the dogs could stay cool the night we got home. He even brought a package in for me. Just overall took fantastic care of our home and our babies. GP's are known to bark a lot, and ours are no exception. Instead of getting frustrated with them when he had a phone meeting, he gave them a good treat to keep them quiet and busy...he is very in tune with how to handle large breed dogs famously known for their independence and goofiness. It was the perfect experience all around and we will be using his services as often as we can. You will not regret hiring him for a second! Hopefully just not when we need him because I can't imagine leaving the dogs with anyone else! THANK YOU JUDE!!!! -Allison, Amy, Bear, Lilly, and Tater
Keely is without a doubt the best catsitter I’ve ever had. My spicy granny cat who rarely even came out in front of previous sitters was happily sitting with her within a day. She kept us updated with plenty of photos and reports on what the cats were up to, which was a huge relief as we were initially very worried about leaving them alone for so long. Not only that, she went above and beyond in making sure that our house was clean when we came back! If you’re like me and anxious about how your cats will fare while you’re away, I guarantee that Keely’s dedication and kindness will assuage your concerns. Thank you again Keely for taking such good care of our cats, and I really look forward to working with you again!
Andrea did an excellent job of taking care of our two boys. They seemed very happy with her when we got home. She shared information and photos regularly. She went above expectations to take care of a minor health issue which came up. We would recommend her highly.
Noah was fantastic with my Chihuahua. He provided regular updates and pictures throughout the weekend. He was flexible with my delay returning home. My apartment was clean upon return. Most importantly, my baby was happy and healthy. Thank you so much Noah!
Ash was an excellent dog and house sitter. Our dog took to her right away. In the past he did not do well when we left him but with Ash he seemed comfortable as soon as he met her. I would definitely have Ash take care of our boy again. Also appreciated the feedback and the pictures. Thank you so much Ash!
Christina was amazing! I really felt like she was someone I could trust upon meeting her, and my dog took to her right away. She sent me updates and pictures regularly. We also had to deal with pretty cold weather while I was away, but she worked with me to make sure my dog would get extra play time since he couldn’t walk far. She left my place super clean! Will definitely book her again in the future.
Angela stayed in our home for four nights while caring for our two dogs. She provided incredible care for both our dogs, including going above and beyond to take our youngest dog to urgent care when it needed it and waiting to ensure that our dog was well cared for there before returning home, late into the evening. Angela also took great care of our home while we were away and it looks like she was never here! We hope to be able to continue to invite her to stay with our dogs when we are away.
Zoe was an absolute pleasure to meet and the perfect fit to take care of my anxious and quirky furry friend! Zoe was attentive to my pet’s medication schedule and made it possible for my dog to stay in his home while I was away. It made such a huge difference and I would highly recommend them to support your pet!
Cassandra stayed at our home to look after our pup, Otis! She left our home very clean and was diligent about following the instructions that we left. It gave us great peace of mind knowing that Otis was being well-cared for, especially given that he has a lot of quirks and needs some special attention. Thank you, Cassandra!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Gatineau is $50
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Sitters in Gatineau average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Gatineau on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $50 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 782 house sitters in Gatineau. 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, 83% of Gatineau house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Gatineau have an average of 15 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 Gatineau.
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. Gatineau 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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