Dog Sitting Hamilton
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“Des and Michelle were wonderful! They were punctual and took the time not only to feed the cats and clean the litter box, but also to play with them and earn their trust. They always sent detailed updates and photos, so I could enjoy my camping trip with peace of mind knowing my cats were in safe hands. I would happily recommend them to anyone in the neighbourhood.”
About: I’ve had a lifelong love for animals, growing up surrounded by them and honing my care skills through professional work at an animal shelter, giving me hands on experience with all types of pets and their unique needs. I’m attentive to every pet’s personality and make sure they feel safe and loved at all times. I’m mostly at home every single day, meaning your pet will get constant supervision, attention, and care. They will have plenty of time for play, snuggles, and potty breaks whenever they need them. My home is a pet friendly space designed for fun and comfort: there’s open space for running and playing, a huge selection of toys to keep pups entertained, and tasty treats for positive reinforcement and special moments. I have a gentle 8 month old kitten who’s LOVES playing with other animals, making the space calm and welcoming. Whether caring for pets in my home or yours, I prioritize a safe, secure environment where they can relax and be themselves.
“Pruthu was very easy to work with and really understood our situation and what we needed when caring for our dog. Coco can be quite difficult to handle for strangers, but Pruthu put in a lot of effort from the very first session to bond with him and made him comfortable. That gave us a lot of peace of mind and I was able to be worry free for the four days we were away. Really appreciate the care and effort he put in with Coco. Highly recommend!”
“Thank you Prince for taking Otis on walks for 18 days and changing out his food. Despite the efforts Otis did not eat his morning food for all those days and I thought an hour's walk would make him hungry enough. Something learnt from it. Thank you for taking care to the best possible!”
About: Being raised around pets my whole life and having many of my own pets in my adult life, I feel confident that I can give your pets all the same love and attention that I would give to my pets! My pets have always been my family and I will treat your pets the same. I am a huge lover of the outdoors and am happiest when I'm out walking, especially when I have dogs by my side, no matter what the weather is like! I have volunteered with animals in the past and feel comfortable with pets any size or energy level. I will do my absolute best to ensure your pets needs are met, no matter how big or small. I will also make sure to respect the owner's rules and make sure they are maintained. Photo updates so you can be sure your pets are happy and enjoying their time with me!
About: I've provided care for dogs of all ages (newborn to palliative senior), training and energy levels, and breeds (Chihuahuas to Great Danes & Mastiffs) through fostering, boarding and day care/walks. While typically busy on weekdays, I have plenty of free time on the weekends to care for your pet(s). I can usually be available with little notice. I would follow your safety rules and use your preferred tools (leash, harness, etc.) when babysitting/walking. I also have 2 friendly dogs and a fenced yard.
“I booked Cameron for drop-in cat sitting services while away with my family for a couple weeks and was very happy with his responsiveness and detailed updates on his daily visits. Knowing our cat is being fed and doing fine is always important, but what I really appreciated was Cam's attentiveness in looking after our house while we were away. Without getting into details he noticed something wrong in our back yard halfway through our vacation, let us know the problem, kept us posted on the matter and did what he could to help fix it, including returning to the house to check it again later one day. I don't think all cat sitters would have been as helpful in this situation, so I'm glad I booked Cam and will do so again next time we're travelling.”
“Wonderful. We never had a cat sitter that was not a close friend before so we were a bit nervous, but Cat was so great. Super reliable, friendly, great with our Luna, and sent us lots pf photos so we knew it was all going well! Will totally recommend her to everyone.”
About: ⭐ Experienced 5-Star Rover Caregiver ⭐️ Hi, I’m Stephanie! I’ve cared for dogs and cats for over 13 years, including my own two energetic Shih Tzus, and I genuinely enjoy getting to know each pet’s unique personality. Whether your dog is high-energy and adventure-loving, a steady neighbourhood walker, or a little more cautious and routine-oriented, I adapt my approach to what helps them feel safe, comfortable, and engaged. I’m dependable, attentive, and big on communication, so you can expect timely updates and thoughtful care while your pet is with me. Safety matters to me. I respect your house rules, routines, handling preferences, and any specific instructions around feeding, medications, leash behaviour, or quirks. I know trust is a big part of handing someone your pet, and I take that seriously. My schedule allows flexibility, and I’m happy to work with owners to find something that makes sense where possible. Tell me about your pet’s personality, energy level, routines, favourite things, and anything they dislike—I’d love to get to know them. I have a flexible working weekday/weekend schedule with time built in for your pet to ensure their needs and your expectations are met with care! I follow house rules and am attuned to the dogs needs when out in the world and cats needs at home. I am vigilant about safety and other elements in the environment always!
“Samantha is a totally responsible dependable person, and from the photographs it looked like Dolly Nefertiti, my cat, was falling in love with her given those googly eyes...which she does not do for everyone. Thank you Samantha.”
About: I have been around dogs my entire life. We grew up in a household where my mom was a vet tech and my family owned a small pet store, so, I grew up with them and learned to care for them from a very young age. Being the recent owner of a wonderful little miniature poodle, I've been learning a lot of basic grooming lately, though have a lot to learn before I'm willing to do all but the most basic tasks (bath, brushing, etc) on other dogs than my own. I have had many senior dogs and am able to meet their needs as well as younger pups. I have also attended several training classes with my own dogs and can utilize my knowledge learned to keep up with any basic positive reinforcement training needs. I work full time at home except for the third Tuesday of the month so have lots of time to take care of most dogs needs. I have a very friendly dog at home. I usually walk him three times a day + shorter pee breaks as needed. He enjoys the nearby dog park but realize that may not be the best option for all dogs, so, am willing to work within your needs. I am willing to crate if this is normal but do not require it. Im also willing to work on training as needed. Overall, I don't like to disrupt a dogs routine too much, so am happy to accommodate your needs
About: I am animal care certified as of April 2023, i have 5+ years of professional experience and I have 2 personal dogs, 1 of which is a large, strong and powerful breed. I am currently working part time in Kennels and Boarding looking to pick up some pet sitting, walks, visits, and overall care on my off days. I am Pet CPR certified and have the ability to follow thorough instructions for individual pet needs. I am a fun and playful individual that both dogs and cats get along with!
“This was the third time Amber has cared for our two cats while we were out of town, and once again, she did an amazing job. She provided daily updates with photos, which gave us peace of mind and showed just how well our cats were being looked after. It's always such a relief knowing they're in great hands — and coming home to happy, relaxed cats is the best feeling. We’ll definitely continue using Amber’s services and highly recommend her!”
“Yvonne took such great care of my cat during my vacation. I’d never left him alone for an extended period of time and never had a cat sitter before so I was nervous, but as soon as the visits started I felt at ease. Yvonne gave lots of updates, photos and went above and beyond for my very energetic and sensitive boy. I could tell that he was happy and calm with her from the photos and she kept him very well entertained with toys she brought and even got him to eat a cat treat from the tube which he’s never done before. Yvonne was a great communicator the whole time and really made the whole process as least stressful as possible. I’ll definitely be contacting Yvonne again if I go away in the future and I can’t recommend her enough!”
About: Hello, I’m Sandy and I’ve been around dogs my entire life. A few years ago, my beloved fur baby passed and I just cannot bring myself to get another dog, thus, I love being able to take care of other people’s fur babies. As a stay-at-home mom who loves dogs. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine with walks, playtime, feeding, cuddles, and attentive supervision. I’ll care for your fur baby like I would my own. I provide loving, structured care in my home including feeding, walks, playtime, supervision, cuddles, and maintaining routines consistently. When outside, dogs will always be leashed.
About: I have loved and taken care of cats and dogs for over 20 years. I am especially adept with senior animals as I have had 2 senior cats and 2 senior dogs. I’m very used to complicated meds and diets. I love my senior puggle Noodles (15) and newer addition to our family Taco, who is a chihuahua (2). Im happy to do everything I can to make their lives the best I can. Whether it be carrying them up and down the stairs, tucking them in for the night, preparing their favourite foods etc. I will care your for fur children with the same attention to their specific needs. I’m currently working part time so il have lots of time to devote to your fur children! I am free most mornings and afternoons. Contact me for any further questions. I’m always on the lookouts for any hazards and always want to make sure everyone is safe and happy at all times. I’m fine to stay and play in a fenced in yard or take for walks in a safe area.
The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Hamilton is $25
Dog parents share their Rover experiences - Hamilton
We had an awesome experience with Dylan! He was reliable, caring, and I could tell truly loves dogs. He followed all instructions, took Kip for walks and playtime, and sent regular updates that gave me total peace of mind. Kip was quite relaxed and happy when we got home. Highly recommend!
Pruthu was very easy to work with and really understood our situation and what we needed when caring for our dog. Coco can be quite difficult to handle for strangers, but Pruthu put in a lot of effort from the very first session to bond with him and made him comfortable. That gave us a lot of peace of mind and I was able to be worry free for the four days we were away. Really appreciate the care and effort he put in with Coco. Highly recommend!
As always Lisa is amazing with Kaya and we honestly gave her less than 24 hours notice we needed her to watch kaya! We really appreciate her accommodating our last minute request 😊 Her communication is great and we are never worried about Kaya while Lisa is with her!
From our meet and greet to after Morgan came by to take care of our 2 dogs, Morgan was fabulous! Having someone new to watch your fur babies is always a cautious step. But our girls loved Morgan right away at the meet and greet… and based on the photos, ours girls had a blast! Most of all, it eased our minds knowing we could go away for the day and our girls were very well taken care off. Thank you Morgan!
We can't say enough good things about Emma! She’s been walking our two dogs, Charlie and Pippen, twice a week and handles them beautifully. Emma is consistently great to work with. She is experienced and very skilled at walking two dogs together on separate leashes. Charlie and Pippen always return happy and well-exercised. We have complete peace of mind when Emma is caring for our girls, and we will definitely be using her for all our future pet sitting and dog walking needs.
Outstanding service. The communication was excellent throughout the entire booking, and I always felt informed and at ease. My puppy is usually very skittish and anxious with new people, they approached her with patience, confidence, and a gentle demeanor that made all the difference. I’m extremely grateful and would absolutely book again.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Dog Sitting in Hamilton on Rover is $26.64 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 2,309 sitters on Rover for Dog Sitting in Hamilton. About 85% of Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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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