House Sitting Hamilton
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Over 755 pet parents in Hamilton have booked house sitting
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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%.
“Another week away from my boys (one dog, one cat) to deal with family matters overseas. If it wasn’t for Jesserene, her kindness to the boys and how well she treats them it wouldn’t be possible. I came home to find them well, happy and with everything clean and in order. Thank you for being so thoughtful Jesserene.”
“Ryan was awesome! He made sure to communicate clearly and quickly when scheduling our overnight sitting. He was calm and gentle with the dogs and sent lots of cute photos so we knew they were behaving well and having fun. Ryan even did some cleaning which was such a nice surprise! We would 100% have Ryan back again!”
About: I’ve been surrounded by dogs my whole life! From growing up with my own pups to fostering and working as an Animal Services Officer, I have lots of experience caring for furry friends of all kinds. I’ll treat your pet like one of my own with lots of love, cuddles & care. I currently have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to give your pup lots of love and attention! I’m available for walks, drop-ins, and pet care throughout the week. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and routine are always my top priority! With experience as a former Animal Services Officer and foster, I’m comfortable caring for pets with different personalities and needs
“Dylan was amazing with my two dogs, lots of play, love and care. He was very attentive, on time and super communicative which I really appreciated. He took great care of the house, above and beyond. I will definitely book again.”
“Linda took great care of our dog Georgie and our home. She communicated with us throughout her stay and made us feel very comfortable leaving our dog and home in her hands. We would definitely recommend her and would book her services again!”
“Ethan was an excellent sitter for our dog while we were out of town!! He responded quickly to messages and handled a last-minute booking change with ease. He kept us updated throughout the stay, which gave us peace of mind :)”
“Abigail was absolutely amazing! She took special care of both our dogs, even with all their unique individual needs. She sent lots of photos, and frequent updates, and you could tell both dogs felt very loved”
“Kadin was incredible! My girls are my world and they've been through their fair share of trauma before I got them so I'm always super worried when I have to leave them behind. But Kadin delivered and more! I've never seen my girls in such high spirits upon return and if/when I have to travel again - Kadin will be the first person I call!”
“Danielle took exceptional care of our girls! She was communicative, sent us lots of updates and photos. We were confident our girls were in great hands! 🙌 highly recommended!!!”
About: I had a German Shepherd for 12 years and now walk a Labadoodle everyday. I'm looking to walk and care for more dogs to fill my time. I'm retired and love to walk and hike. Bringing a dog along would make the walk even better. Available at all times of the day. My home is fenced and safe. I walk or care for one dog at a time. I have experience with larger dogs and will exercise caution when needed.
“Emmie was awesome. She took care of Bugsy, my pug, and sent me pictures throughout the stay. My flight was delayed and she was gracious enough to extend the stay and take Bugsy out even though it was late. I would definetly book Emmie again.”
“Sheila is the best. I’ve hat Sheila sit my cat several days over the past few months, and most recently had her sit my cat at home for a few nights. Sheila is honestly the best, very good with comms, I got periodic updates on my baby, whom I missed so much while I was away on vacation. Thank you so much Sheila! ❤️”
“Mayra was great! She spent a lot of extra time with Bud and sent lots of photos ☺️ He's an older diabetic cat and she was able to give him his shot twice a day and keep him on his routine.”
“This is our third time using Double Duty (Des & Michelle), and they continue to exceed our expectations every single time. They take exceptional care of our dog and our home, truly going above and beyond in every way. Our current dog is a new rescue, and we wouldn’t have trusted anyone else with him - their patience, attention, and genuine care gave us complete peace of mind. It’s clear how much they truly care about the animals they look after. We always come home to a happy dog and a perfectly cared-for home. Highly recommend and will absolutely continue using them in the future!”
“Brittany took care of our 2 rescue dogs for a week and she was incredible. She was patient with them as they take a little time to get to know and trust people. She provided daily updates and stuck to their routine making us feel at ease! We would highly recommend her services. (Even though we want to keep her available for us...lol)”
“Jasmine was on time and communicated well before and during booking which made things very easy. She came to meet our dogs and cat before her two night stay. Jasmine also gave updates along with pictures during her stay. We would recommend Jasmine’s services.”
About: Hi! I’m a loving and experienced pet caregiver who believes every dog deserves a safe, calm, and fun home while their parents are away. I provide home-style dog day boarding, where your pup will enjoy comfort, structure, and lots of attention. I also have my own dog — a 2.5-year-old Golden Retriever, extremely friendly, gentle, and playful. She loves meeting new dogs and is great at making nervous or shy pups feel comfortable. Pets who enjoy social play will have the best day ever with her! Your dog will enjoy: ✔ Supervised play sessions ✔ Walks and potty breaks ✔ Rest time ✔ Tons of cuddles ✔ A fun companion (my Golden!) Hi! I’m a loving and experienced pet caregiver who believes every dog deserves a safe, calm, and fun home while their parents are away. I provide home-style dog day boarding, where your pup will enjoy comfort, structure, and lots of attention. I also have my own dog — a 2.5-year-old Golden Retriever, extremely friendly, gentle, and playful. She loves meeting new dogs and is great at making nervous or shy pups feel comfortable. Pets who enjoy social play will have the best day ever with her! Your dog will enjoy: ✔ Supervised play sessions ✔ Walks and potty breaks ✔ Rest time ✔ Tons of cuddles ✔ A fun companion (my Golden!) 🏡 My Home & Environment 🏠 Clean, pet-friendly home 🐾 A friendly Golden Retriever playmate 🌿 Safe indoor & outdoor spaces 😌 Calm atmosphere, no overcrowding 👀 Constant supervision 💦 Separate feeding area for safety 🐕 Services I Offer ✔ Day Boarding ✔ Structured Walks ✔ Supervised Playtime ✔ Feeding as per schedule ✔ Potty Breaks ✔ Photos & Videos for parents
The median cost per night for house sitting in Hamilton is $55
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Hamilton
Anya looked after our rabbits and did a fantastic job! She was very open to learning about their needs and behavior, she also came through for us on short notice and was a pleasure to meet and speak with. She was easy to reach and provided updates, 10/10 will definitely have her look after them again!
Sheila was fantastic to our beloved Juno! We booked Sheila to stay with Juno all day for myself and my Husbands wedding. She went above and beyond to make sure our little Juno was safe and happy throughout the entire day. We were very lucky to have Sheila. Juno can be very stand offish to new people, but Sheila was so calm and friendly towards her, Juno immediately felt comfortable in the presence of Sheila. Thank you so much for helping make our day special and taking such good care of our girl. She also captured some adorable photos throughout the night which made us feel assured Juno was doing great. We would highly recommend Sheila to family and friends and anyone in need of a pet sitter.
If your dogs are like family, and you want them to be treated with respect and kindness, definitely consider Linda! We left our 2 girls with her as we travelled out West. We got frequent updates, photos, and little anecdotes from the day that helped us feel they were in good hands. Linda is so lovely to communicate with, and very detail oriented and capable of handling all their little quirks. She also left our place spotless! We are so thankful to have found her!
Des and Michelle are lovely and thoughtful. They took great care of my dog and my wee foster kitties and sent lots of pics and updates. They also left two little Polaroids of each pet which was such a nice touch especially since my fosters will be going to their forever home soon ❤️.
Caroline did a wonderful job caring for our Remi. From the moment she arrived at our home we felt huge relief to have found such a lovely person to stay with Rem when we go away—it almost felt like leaving her with a friend. Caroline’s updates were amazingly thorough, and we knew she and Rem were having a great time, you could see it in Rem’s face. You can tell Caroline really cares. We’re so thankful. We will definitely welcome her into our home again!
Thanks to Cassidy our family of 5 were able to enjoy our first vacation away together since 2019. Cassidy provided great updates on our pups and truly treated them like her own. I would highly recommend Cassidy to care for your fur babies! Thank you Cassidy we are truly grateful 🙏
Savannah pet and house-sat for us this summer while we were away for three weeks. She was great! Any issues that arose, she was in immediate contact with us to troubleshoot. Our dogs were so calm when we got home; they had obviously had lots of exercise while we were away. We would definitely book Savannah again.
I can’t say how pleased I was with Orzala and how she cared for my precious angel baby. Orzala catered to my dog Romi’s needs and even treated him with his beloved cucumber 🫶 she kept me updated throughout the day/night which was great because I don’t usually leave Romi with anyone, so her communication eased my anxiety 💯 as much as I can’t wait to use Orzala’s service again, I think Romi is even more excited to go back to Orzala’s! A new BFF ❤️
Emma took good care of our 2 cats and home while we were away. She sent us regular picture updates, and texted us with questions as they came up. Our house was clean and tidy when we returned home. We would recommend Emma to others who need a house and/or pet sitter.
Melina was fantastic with our two dogs. We have a senior dog and a puppy and Melina was so responsive to their individual needs. She provided regular updates and photos, and left our house spotless! We will definitely rebook with Melina for our next trip. Highly recommend!
We can’t say enough good things about Sanchita. She stayed at our house for 10 days to look after our two cats, and she was by far the best cat sitter we’ve ever had. We usually spend our vacations worrying about our cats, but this was the first trip where we truly didn’t have to. She followed all of our instructions, sent daily updates with pictures and videos, and it was clear our cats loved having her there. Seeing how relaxed and affectionate they were with her gave us so much peace of mind. She gave them lots of attention, played with them every day, and treated them like they were her own. We came home to two happy cats and a house that was just as we left it. We’d recommend Sanchita to anyone looking for someone they can completely trust with their pets, and we’d happily book her again.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Hamilton on Rover is $57.72 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 1,345 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Hamilton. Enter your postal code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Hamilton maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Garbage & recycling: Taking garbage bins to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Hamilton walking routes, the location of your favourite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
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!
You can find what you need to review a sitter on their profile before booking with them. Each sitters’s profile on Rover shows verified reviews, identity check, and ratings to give a glimpse of how their previous visits went. You can also use the Meet & Greet to walk through your home, identifying which areas, like your bedroom, are off-limits or not. Requesting details of your home security through the app can also be a good way to have your sitter keep you updated about your home.
If you have security cameras or doorbells, Rover asks that you disclose them to sitters before you book.
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.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a veterinary professional or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means Rover Support will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, 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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 84% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 98% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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