Cat Sitting le Plateau

“I am so glad I booked Zain to take care of my cat Soot! He visited twice a day for two weeks, and was always professional and friendly caregiver. Soot was happy and healthy when I returned home. I would book Xain again without hesitation!”

Eric G.

About: I've been an animal person my whole life. Growing up with cats, I learned their rhythms, quirks, and quiet ways of communicating, and I've carried that intuition into adulthood with my two adorable kitties. Four years ago, after decades of wanting a dog of my own, I rescued my husky/GSD mix, who has taught me even more about patience, trust-building, and the joy of seeing an animal truly thrive. I have experience from kitten/puppy-hood to older age, as well as experience with reactive dogs. Whether I'm house sitting, dropping in for a visit, or heading out for a walk, I move at the animals pace, letting them get comfortable and show me who they are. For dogs, I love creating enriching adventures tailored to their personality and breed: slow sniff-walks for curious explorers, structured and training-oriented outings for high-energy pups, and calm neighbourhood strolls for seniors. For cats, I love giving them the full-attention experience. Hands on play, grooming, and of course, all the cuddles. My goal is to make your pet feel secure, seen, and genuinely cares for while keeping your home exactly how you left it. I know the stress of leaving your fur-babies in another's hands, because I've been there myself. I want to care for your pet exactly how I would want my pets cared for. I currently work hybrid (only 1-2 days in office), with the rest of the time spent working remotely from desk, couch, or wherever your pet wants me to be. My fiancée and I live together, so he is able to care for our own pets when I take on house sitting arrangements. When I'm caring for pets in a client's home, my priority is creating a calm, predictable environment where your animals feel safe and your home is treated with the same respect I give my own. I follow your routines closely - feeding, walks, playtime, and household rules - so your pet's day feels similar and comforting.

“Rebeca was right on time and had a wonderful visit with our Simon. I could tell by the pictures she took that he did great with her. We will be sure to book Rebeca if we need to on our next visit to Ottawa with Simon.”

Laura R.

About: I’ve had pets my entire life, and they’ve always been part of my heart and home. Right now, I share my days with three amazing cats, but I’ve cared for both cats and dogs since I was 12. From tiny kittens and energetic puppies to gentle senior pets, each one has taught me something about patience, kindness, and unconditional love. I think what sets me apart is how deeply I connect with animals — I truly see them as family. I take the time to learn their personalities, what comforts them, and what makes them happy. Whether it’s a cuddle, a long walk, or just sitting quietly beside them, I’m happiest when animals feel safe and loved in my care. Caring for animals has always been a natural part of my day. With three cats at home, my mornings and evenings usually start and end with feeding, playtime, and lots of cuddles. I love making time for pets, whether that means going for walks, checking in during the day, or just giving them extra love and attention. Spending time with animals is one of my favorite parts of the day, and I always make sure they get the care, comfort, and company they deserve. My schedule is quite consistent in the sense that I work from home 2 days a week and have weekends off which allow me to care for your pets during holidays, special events and even on short notice. When I care for pets, my goal is to make them feel safe, loved, and comfortable, just like they would at home. I always take time to learn their routines, favorite toys, and little quirks so I can keep things familiar and stress-free. In my care, pets get plenty of attention, playtime, cuddles, and a calm space to relax. In a client’s home, I make sure to follow their usual feeding, walking, and care schedule, keeping everything tidy and consistent. Whether it’s brushing, giving treats, or just sitting quietly together, I treat every pet like they’re part of my own furry family.

“Jayme was fantastic! She was professional, reliable, and truly caring with both my cat and dog. I felt totally at ease knowing they were in such good hands. Highly recommend!”

K Z.

About: 🌐Bilingue FR/EN | +30 ans d’expérience | ⛑️Premiers soins chiens & chats — Croix-Rouge. Fiable et engagée : lorsque j’accepte une garde, je prends cet engagement au sérieux. 🐾 Animaux de tous âges bienvenus! J’affectionne tout particulièrement les animaux seniors, sensibles ou à mobilité réduite, pour avoir accompagné mes propres compagnons jusque dans leur grand âge. 🦮 De la séance de gratouilles aux promenades et aux jeux actifs, j’adapte mon attention à la personnalité, au rythme et aux habitudes de chacun. Promenades sécuritaires, renforcement positif, beaucoup de « Bon chien! » et gâteries selon vos consignes. 🧹 Les petits oopsies? Ça arrive! Je nettoie, tout simplement. Je suis également à l’aise avec l’administration de médicaments oraux. Bien-être, sécurité et plaisir sont mes priorités. 🌎 J’ai beaucoup voyagé avec ma famille poilue et je connais d’expérience les enjeux de choisir, puis de faire confiance à la personne qui prendra soin de son compagnon, pour quelques heures comme pour un long séjour. 🔐 CONFIANCE : propre, ponctuelle et fiable, en plus je suis certifiée en premiers soins pour humains et je détiens une cote de sécurité de niveau Secret du gouvernement fédéral. Pour votre tranquillité d’esprit lors de longs séjours, je peux également arroser vos plantes et ramasser votre courrier pendant votre absence. 📸 BONUS : excellente photographe! Attendez-vous à recevoir de jolies nouvelles de votre compagnon. 🌿 Dans la vie, je suis artiste-chercheure (PhD) et écrivaine en mouvement et écologie. 🐾 Vous pouvez me confier votre famille poilue! Daytime visits Overnight stays Weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays Short-term and long-term bookings For stays of 6 nights or longer, I'm happy to travel up to 250 km from Gatineau/Ottawa. Client’s home: I believe pets feel safest when their routines are respected. Before each stay in your home, I take the time to learn your dog's habits, favourite words, feeding schedule, medications, exercise routine, and any special needs. I'm comfortable administering oral medications (pills and oral syringes), checking for and safely removing ticks after walks, wiping muddy or snowy paws, towel-drying after rain or swimming, cleaning food and water bowls, and handling the occasional "oopsie" with patience and good humour. I pay close attention to changes in appetite, mobility, energy, or behaviour and will let you know promptly if anything seems unusual. I'll also send regular updates and photos so you can enjoy your trip knowing your companion is safe, comfortable, and well cared for.

“Toujours un plaisir de faire appelle à Anna. Elle a vite su gagner la confiance de notre chat. Elle est calme et fiable.”

Iyabo I.

“We had such a great experience with her taking care of our three cats! One of our cats needs daily medication, and she handled it perfectly, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. She was kind, reliable, and clearly loves animals. We received regular updates and photos, and it was obvious our cats were happy and well cared for. Everything was in perfect order when we got back. We wouldn’t hesitate to trust her again—highly recommend!”

Camille F.

“Kate took excellent care of our cat, Ginny. It was our first time using a pet sitter and we would certainly consider using Kate again next time we go away. We received daily updates and pictures and our cat warmed up to Kate during the week.”

Mary P.

“Sydney is the best, she is very caring and kind. I really feel that my baby girl is in good hands, and i can not wait to read her kind words and see the picture after every drop im visit. Im very grateful Sydney for the good care you're providing to my baby.”

Amira B.

“Je n’ai que des bons mots pour le service rendu par Jennifer. C’était un vrai soulagement de savoir Sammy entre de bonnes mains lors de nos vacances.”

Sandra C.

“This was my first time using Rover, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience, especially thanks to Lydia. She took exceptional care of my cat Nyx and my dog Elijah, showing great attention to detail and genuine care for their well-being. Both of my pets were very comfortable with her, which gave me immediate peace of mind. She followed all of my instructions perfectly, and it was clear she treated them with patience and kindness. I especially appreciated the detailed reports after each drop-in. The daily pictures meant so much to me and really helped when I was missing them. Overall, I feel very confident in Lydia’s capabilities and would absolutely recommend her, as well as the services Rover provides, to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate pet care.”

Keishaun E.

About: Je garde des animaux depuis plus de 3 ans. Ce qui me distingue, c’est mon amour sincère pour les animaux, ma patience et ma capacité à adapter mes soins aux besoins spécifiques de chacun. Je suis étudiante à l’université et je travaille à temps partiel au gouvernement fédéral, ce qui me permet d’avoir un horaire flexible. Je suis généralement à la maison environ trois jours par semaine (plus le weekend). J’ai l’habitude de faire deux marches par jour ainsi qu’une course à pied le midi, ce qui me permet d’offrir beaucoup d’exercice aux animaux. Mon conjoint et moi adorons le plein air, autant en été qu’en hiver, et nous aimons intégrer les animaux dans nos activités lorsque c’est possible. La sécurité et le bien-être des animaux sont ma priorité. Je m’assure d’offrir un environnement calme, propre et adapté afin qu’ils se sentent à l’aise et en confiance. Je prends le temps de bien comprendre les besoins de chaque animal (routine, alimentation, niveau d’énergie, comportements) pour m’y adapter et réduire son stress. Je veille à maintenir une routine stable, avec beaucoup d’attention, de stimulation et des marches quotidiennes. Je reste attentive à tout changement de comportement et je communique régulièrement avec les propriétaires afin de leur donner des nouvelles et leur offrir une tranquillité d’esprit :)

“Tanya-Ann and Enrique were very flexible and attentive to my two cats, ensuring each got the right diet food. They also went out of their way to return my key. Definitely recommend their services!”

Noah H.

“Julie is great! She sent photos each day which I love, as well as a little note of the visit, to know my babies are okay! She was also flexible with times of visits, as well as good at communicating while I was away. I will definitely rebook with Julie :)”

Megan C.

“Marisa took exceptional care of my cat while I was away. Her detailed report cards kept me well-informed, and it was clear she truly loves what she does.”

C L.

“Kept communicating with me a lot, cats are ignoring me so a good sign they got well taken care of.”

sylvie l.

“Jude took really good care of our two cats. He was easy to communicate with, respectful and professional. Our place was spotless when we got back and the cats were happy and well cared for. I would recommend Jude to anyone.”

Kristen M.

“Samantha did a really outstanding job taking excellent, daily care of my cat while I was away for almost three weeks. She is a fantastic cat-sitter and I couldn't recommend her enough to anyone who wants their cat to be cared for, played with and taken care of. I really appreciated that Samantha arranged for an initial 'meet and greet' with me and my cat before I departed and it really helped to put me at ease for the entire trip. She was very easy and professional to work with and very flexible arranging dates and times for the visits. Samantha really loves and cares about cats and judging by the many photos Samantha provided in her daily reports, my (usually curmudgeonly) cat really seemed to take a shine to Samantha, undoubtably due to the time and attention she provided my cat with every visit. She was always consistent and thorough with the report cards, and always communicated promptly with any additional questions or issues she encountered during my absence. I really felt that my cat was being cared for by a very safe pair of hands! I'm so relieved and glad that I found Samantha as a cat-sitter and she will absolutely be my go-to person for cat-sitting in the future!”

William F.

About: J’ai toujours eu des animaux de compagnie et j’ai eu la chance de m’occuper de différents types d’animaux tout au long de ma vie. Cette expérience m’a permis de bien comprendre leurs besoins, leurs comportements et l’attention qu’ils demandent. J’aime beaucoup passer du temps avec les animaux et m’assurer qu’ils sont heureux, en sécurité et bien soignés. Je peux les promener, les nourrir, jouer avec eux et leur donner toute l’attention et l’affection dont ils ont besoin pendant l’absence de leurs propriétaires. Je peux également administrer des soins de base si nécessaire, en suivant attentivement les instructions des propriétaires. Je suis une personne responsable, patiente et attentive, et je traite toujours chaque animal comme s’il était le mien. J’ai un emploi à temps partiel avec un horaire flexible, ce qui me permet de consacrer du temps pour m’occuper des animaux directement à la maison de leurs propriétaires. Vous pouvez avoir pleinement confiance en mon honnêteté et mon sens des responsabilités pour prendre soin des animaux qui me sont confiés. Je m’engage toujours à offrir un environnement sécuritaire, attentionné et respectueux pour assurer leur bien-être pendant votre absence. Je prends très au sérieux la responsabilité de m’occuper des animaux qui me sont confiés à la maison de leurs propriétaires. Je veille toujours à respecter leurs habitudes, leurs besoins et les consignes laissées par les propriétaires afin qu’ils se sentent en sécurité et à l’aise dans leur environnement. Mon objectif est de leur offrir attention, patience et affection pendant votre absence, tout en m’assurant que votre maison et vos animaux soient traités avec le plus grand respect et soin.