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“Nicole is amazing. My pups loved her. Very caring and engaged with the animals. Stayed at our home with the pets, as my little dog was traumatized with a boarding experience and she left the place as tidy as if she'd never even been there and the pups were as relaxed as if we had never left them for a weekend. Would definitely book with her again and I'd recommend her to all my neighbours.”

About: I grew up in a neighbourhood full of friendly people and dogs. I would dogsit or house quite often. They relied on me to keep their pet and home safe. I would take them for walks down to the park, play in the backyard, and just general hangout time. I am currently taking classes at Selkirk during the day and unemployed so I have a very flexible schedule for pet care and happy to make things work :) I am very comfortable taking care of dogs and cats and am happy to provide them with whatever specific care needs you would like :)
About: When I was 8, I got my first kitty and named him Mr. Jaguar -- that's me and him in the vintage pic! I've cared for cats of all ages over the course of my life. Most recently I've looked after senior cats, as well as cats with higher maintenance (particular diets, playtime, attention needs). I am currently unable to accommodate boarding for dogs, and I can only care for one dog at a time (applies to house-sitting and visits) -- multiple cats is ok for house-sitting and visits, but can only board one at a time👌 My schedule is flexible and varied. While more notice is better, please feel free to reach out for short-notice bookings; I'll let you know if I'm available! I have room for you kitty to be catered to. No other pets will disturb them, and they're sure to get lots of attention in a safe environment 😊
About: I have house sit, dog sit, chicken sit, and cat sit, in a variety of homes, even more remote homes where snow plowing was required. I work a flexible schedule. Hybrid remote office worker. I work Monday thru Thursday, but live within a few blocks of my place of work Located near the Columbia River with a fenced yard and no other permanent pets at my home, lots of room to play and run around the yard and trails.
“Zara was fantastic with our dogs who are both seniors and require some extra attention. She was great with communication and we can tell our pups we’re happy and very well cared for. We’ll definitely be using Zara again and would recommend her for sure!”

About: I've spent 3 weeks house sitting a rescue dog and cat in Christchurch, New Zealand plus many other weekends house sitting various pets. I have also fostered dogs including puppies for a minimum of 2 weeks at a time. I'm currently off work for the shoulder season until December. During winter I will be working part time hours as a breakfast server and skiing other days meaning I will be around evenings every day. I care for pets as if they are my own. I love dogs and am quick to make genuine connections with them. I give them a lot of love and enjoy the companionship they give.
About: Growing up with many different types of pets, I've got a variety of pet care experience, including with cats, dogs, reptiles, and birds. I now have a sweet and chaotic rescue husky/shepard named Judy. I adopted and lived with two male cats for years, who now live with my sister full time. Working with wildlife has allowed me to become very attentive to specialized animals needs. If animals in my care are safe and happy, I'm happy. I'm currently working Monday to Thursday, and am therefore able to provide care Friday to Sunday any time, and on weekday evenings. I love an early morning, so happy to come by any time on my weekends! I believe quality time is so important with animals, so playtime is a must. I love to go on long walks, or whatever fits your pets ability level! In my own home, I've made sure it's pet-safe as my own pup is a sneaky snack stealer and loves to make anything a toy. I take it upon myself to incorporate training into my dogs daily life to keep her safe, interested, and mentally stimulated. I'm a sucker, and she loves her couch and bed snuggles, but I am happy to follow whatever rules you have for your own pets.
“Leigh-Anne lived in our home and took wonderful care of our chihuahua mix Tilly. She provided updates on how Tilly was doing, and our home was neat and clean when we returned. We would highly recommend Leigh-Anne as an in-home dog sitter!”

About: I had the pleasure of growing up on a farm in rural Alberta helping to care for many cats and other animals. Eight years ago I relocated to BC and have had the joys of cat ownership, as well fostering through the local SPCA. I absolutely am a crazy cat lady and will take exceptional care of your kitties! I work as an RN and can do some basic med administration. I occasionally do shift work so would not be taking pet sits during long stretches of work. I am very flexible with my time and can prioritize a pet routine in well around the few activities and home-bodying that I normally do! I am able to care for cats in your home or my home. Happy to chat more about this if I am a good fit for your cat!
About: I work from home and I have lots of love to give! I’ve owned dogs and cats in the past, but currently do not have any animals of my own. I have a lot of time and energy to spend with your fur baby. I love going for long walks too. I live in town. My house is empty, there are no other pets at the moment. Many animals who come stay with me are very relaxed in my quiet house.
“Caitlin was amazing with Toph! She took the time to set up a meet and greet to make sure that our pooch would be comfortable with her, was incredibly warm and friendly, and kept us updated with text and photos while we were away. As a house-sitter, Caitlin was also wonderful- she left the house better than we did. We are booking Caitlin for another stint immediately, and would recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and thoughtful dog/house sitter.”

About: At my home I have grown up with animals and helped care for many farm and pet animals. I have been a house sitter for years in my home town and have been trusted to care for Horses,dogs,cats,chickens, and goats even. I have a bit of exsperience with reactive dogs too. I’m in school full time but have lots of random times during the day and in evening to Cheak on pets or take them for a walk. Sometimes to exam might not have time but overall flexible. I ideally would like to stay as close as possible to UBCO but could be flexible I love spending time with animals. I have a car and am willing to drive and pick up the pets and take them for walks. or right from the door step ;)
“We were going out into the backcountry for an overnight ski hut trip and Bob was available with little notice to come stay at our place with our dog Moka. He was very punctual, and respectful of our home ? I'd love to have Bob again as a sitter.”

“Kesi helped out over the holidays last minute as another sitter let me down! Kesi was absolutely brilliant with Gio and the house was spotless when we got home. The best sitter I’ve had 😍”

Over 121 pet parents in Nelson have booked house sitting
Nelson pet parents share their Rover experiences
Nicole is amazing. My pups loved her. Very caring and engaged with the animals. Stayed at our home with the pets, as my little dog was traumatized with a boarding experience and she left the place as tidy as if she'd never even been there and the pups were as relaxed as if we had never left them for a weekend. Would definitely book with her again and I'd recommend her to all my neighbours.

My partner and I were out of the country for two weeks and Ethan and Florence were fantastic sitters for my dog and cat. I would highly recommend them to anyone. My dog is anxious, and my cat is scared of new folks, but they won them both over and ensured their happiness and safety at all times. I couldn't be happier with the attention to detail and patience Ethan and Florence had with my pets and with me as well as a nervous pet owner leaving them without either owner for the first time.

Rosa was a great sitter to our dogs. She took them out for peas and walks multiple times a day and gave them lots of cuddles. She even scared away a bear. She left our home very clean and tidy and was very considerate by giving us an end of the day. Update with pictures. I would recommend her to anyone needing a good sitter.

Reagan is great! She stayed at our house to watch our dog Lobo and his dog pal Jer while we were away for a weekend. The house was nice and tidy and the dogs were happy and tired when we got home. We will definitely have Reagan watch Lobo again and happily recommend her to others.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Nelson is $50
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Sitters in Nelson average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Nelson 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 36 house sitters in Nelson. 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 Nelson house sitters respond in under an hour.
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 Nelson.
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. Nelson 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.








