Dog Sitting Ladysmith

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Sitter Profile Image: Karen L.
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Karen L.
$32
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35 years of experience
Lantzville, BC, V0R

About: Mature and reliable pet care at your home or my home. Large fenced yard - daily walks and lots of cuddles. Have cared for various dogs and other pets for over 30 years. I’m currently working from home so am available to care for and walk your pet and can either care for them in your home or in my home. I have two friendly dogs who are used to sharing. I have a fenced yard and large house to care for your fur baby. If you require dog walking or care in your own home I can accommodate your preferences.

Sitter Profile Image: Dorothy C.
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Dorothy C.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
173 reviews
67 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9S

Dorothy was very kind, I appreciated getting updates and pictures from her visit with my pups. She even took on my daughters little dog at the last minute which was so nice of her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Barb K.
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Barb K.
$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
2 repeat clients
50 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, BC, V9R

What an amazing experience! I was super nervous to leave Sitka for such a long trip. My worries were instantly dismissed when I met barb . Sitka can be a grouchy lil lady and barb handled it with such grace! I loved all the photos that got sent each day!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nicole B.
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Nicole B.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

About: Animals have been my passion and career for over 10 years. My background includes working in dog daycares, veterinary medicine, and animal control, giving me experience with pets of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. As a stay-at-home mom, I'm home throughout the day and can provide plenty of attention, supervision, and care. I've welcomed many dogs into my home over the years and treat every pet like family. I currently have one dog and three cats, so my only requirement is that visiting dogs are social and comfortable around other animals. I look forward to giving your pet a safe, loving home away from home! As a stay-at-home mom to one child, I have a flexible schedule and spend most of my time at home. This allows me to provide plenty of supervision, attention, potty breaks, and companionship throughout the day, ensuring your pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for while you're away. Your pet will be treated like part of the family while in my care. As a stay-at-home mom, I am home most of the day and can provide regular potty breaks, exercise, playtime, feeding, medication administration if needed, and lots of attention. Dogs will have access to a safe, comfortable home environment and plenty of supervised interaction. I have one dog and three cats, so I only accept dogs that are social and comfortable around other animals. My goal is to make your pet feel relaxed, loved, and at home while you're away.

Sitter Profile Image: Marysa R.
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Marysa R.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

Marysa was lovely in checking in on my kitty. She sent the cutest photo updates throughout both days. I will be booking her again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly S.
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Kelly S.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
NANAIMO, BC, V9T

About: Hi! I’m your pet’s new best friend— ready for walks, belly rubs, snacks, and snuggles. I’ll keep tails wagging and whiskers purring while you’re away! I work part-time, leaving plenty of time during weekdays and weekends for pet sitting, walks, and cuddles. Your furry family will always be my priority. Safe, loving, and dependable care you can trust. I create a comfortable environment with walks, play, and cuddles, treating every pet like part of my family.

Sitter Profile Image: Sasha C.
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Sasha C.
$34
total per visit
4 years of experience
Lantzville, BC, V0R

About: Hey! I’m a Veterinary Assistant with 4 years of experience working in clinic. This has taught me many valuable skills including post surgical / wound care, administration of various medications, dietary needs, and many other pet caring skills. I also have spent a great deal of time caring for my own elderly doggy who recently passed from cancer. This in conjunction with my training has given me a great deal of experience working with high need pets who require complicated care. I’ve also done some casual cat and dog sitting for family, friends, and coworkers. Since my own doggie passed I have been missing my pet time and thought this would be the perfect way to get my fix! :) This September I’ll be going into full time school, as a student I will need to be on the VIU campus for 2-8 hours daily on weekdays. I’ll be available for pet care before and after class, and all day on weekends. :) As someone who has worked with pets of all kinds with varying medical and physical needs you can rest assured that I will have both the skills and knowledge to give your pet the absolute best care!

Sitter Profile Image: Courtenay A.
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Courtenay A.
$45
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9V

About: What sets me apart is the genuine love and care I give each dog, I treat them like my own. Your pup Will enjoy 2 daily walks, optional runs around the lake and plenty of cuddles, playtime and personalized attention. I create a safe and happy environment tailored to your dog. Just lost my 15 year old boarder collie and looking to bring some puppy love back into the house. I work from home so I’m available throughout the day to give your dog attention, playtime and potty breaks. I have a fully fenced in yard, live across the street from the park and have the kids every other week. Kids are gentle and loving of dogs Fully fenced in yard, 2 walks a day or runs around Westwood if your dog likes to run. We are a very active outdoor family who enjoys down time and cuddles.

Sitter Profile Image: Tanis R.
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Tanis R.
$28
total per visit
12 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9R

About: I have had pets my entire life: a German Shepard Husky growing up, and now I have a cat that I adopted from the SPCA (my second). I love pets and they love me. I also know the difficulty that comes with having to travel and leaving your pet and often your house in the care of another person. I am respectful, responsible, kind and considerate when it comes to animals and other peoples' homes. I currently am available any day for pet sitting, and am willing to stay overnight to also take care of your house and treat your pet and house with the same care that I take with my cat and my house. Unfortunately I do not have a fenced yard so cannot have pets in my house. I am happy to care for your pet in your home whether it means dropping by to feed and clean up and spend some quality time with them, or staying over night if needed if you are going on a longer trip.

Sitter Profile Image: Vivian W.
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Vivian W.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9S

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 8 years old, and have experience caring for multiple other animals as well. I care for dogs of all ages and am happy to accommodate any special needs your dog has :) I’m available to care for your pet on my days off from work, so my days are free and flexible for whatever they may need I believe treating your pet as I would my own, meeting your pet where they are at in their training, and sticking to their routine to keep them feeling safe and calm.

Sitter Profile Image: Larina D.
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Larina D.
$56
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Langford, BC, V9B

About: I have had experience caring for puppies and adult dogs. I can teach your pet commands, have fun playing with him and keep his safety as my own I am currently working from home from 11am till 9 pm, so I will have time for your pets. You are welcome. we'll have a great time together I have enough space for several animals. I also have a pet, a Labrador Retriever. He is very friendly and gets along with both dogs and cats. I also have at home a fenced dog park where I can walk your dogs

Sitter Profile Image: Jenna C.
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Jenna C.
$23
total per visit
35 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9R

About: I have been a pet parent since I was a wee lass, owned mostly dogs and cats but I've also had rabbits, birds, fish and lizards. I have experience with all ages of animals and I used to foster and help train groups of puppies for a rescue agency. I work from home with a flexible schedule so I can be available daytime and evenings as needed. I am also available for overnight stays. I offer drop in care service or a full overnight house sit as needed. I will treat your pet like my own with lots of love!

Sitter Profile Image: Sierra C.
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Sierra C.
$17
total per visit
7 years of experience
Victoria, BC, V8W

About: Hi! Thank you for checking out my profile! I am so excited to meet your wonderful furry friends. I have been caring for animals for going on 7 years. I do dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting, house sitting and more! I have worked with a large variety of breeds, sizes and temperaments. I am confident working with senior dogs and cats, and puppies and kittens. Additionally I have worked with countless rescue dogs and know how to work with anxious dogs. Animals are more than pets to me, they are family. Your pet deserves enrichment, love and safety. I strive to bring all of this to my care. I know how stressful it can be to leave your pets at home so I want to make this process as easy as possible for you. Giving you thorough updates, communication and trusting experience. From one animal person to another, I’m so excited to connect! 😊🐾 I work from home so pet care works perfectly into my schedule. It gives me the freedom to travel anywhere and be with the pets most of the day When I care for your pet in your home I will treat it with the utmost respect. I will treat it as my own, being clean, responsible and and considerate.

Sitter Profile Image: Jamie M.
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Jamie M.
$45
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
11 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

Jamie took exceptional care of our two shy kitties while we were away. They seemed very comfortable around her! We will certainly be hiring her for more cat sitting in the future!!! Thanks again Jamie.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sharlene C.
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Sharlene C.
$14
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Port Alberni, BC, V9Y

Sharlene was very patient and caring with my cat. She kept me updated and I felt completely at ease knowing my cat was in good hands. Very reliable and trustworthy, highly recommended!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cathy was great! She came by to watch my dog for a couple of hours, and he absolutely loved her. She was super friendly, professional, and made me feel completely comfortable leaving him with her. I’ll definitely be booking with Cathy again!

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Jacob L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Serena was Amazing! Felt so comfortable leaving Charlie for the first time! We highly recommend her!! We came here for a trip and wished she lived close to us!!!

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Amber L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Janice is very kind and our Stella pup was well cared for during the booked drop in visits. Janice provided many photos and update details for each visit. Janice communicated with us promptly when we had questions about our booking. We would definitely book with her again!

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Pat C.
Drop-In Visits
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Ladysmith on Rover is $30.53 per visit (as of August 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 346 sitters on Rover for Dog Sitting in Ladysmith. About 83% of Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith 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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