House Sitting New Westminster
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Over 558 pet parents in New Westminster 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%.
“Wow - Blake was absolutely amazing for our Dolly. Infinity starts, seriously. Blake: *Easily took care of complicated medical instructions and, when there was an urgent situation, acted promptly and calmly to help our pup! *Was extremely responsive and proactive about letting us know what was happening and that our instructions were being followed diligently. *Brought kindness and a responsible, reliable approach to caring for our pet and house. Truly - we can't thank you enough! Thank you Blake!!!”
“Nicolle was wonderful with both my kitten and puppy! Her calm and gentle demeanor immediately put me at ease and made me feel completely confident leaving my two fur babies in her care. She provided thoughtful updates and adorable photos throughout the visit, which made being away so much easier. I will absolutely be a repeat client. Thanks again, Nicolle!”
“Nasrin was fantastic with my dog, Stella! She was sweet, caring, and kept me updated with photos and videos throughout my trip, which I loved. Stella clearly had a wonderful time with her. Nasrin was also incredibly accommodating when my travel plans were delayed because of weather. I would absolutely trust her with Stella again and highly recommend her! 🐾💕”
“Sunny took care of my dog for 2 days. Previous to Sunny taking care of my dog the only people who have taken care of my dog have been family and friends my dog had already been acquainted with so I was a little nervous about leaving her with a stranger. From the beginning at the meet & greet I found Sunny friendly, calm & a good communicator so I felt at ease leaving Skyy with her. Sunny stayed in contact with me updating me about my dog & providing lots of photos. My neighbours were also very impressed with her after meeting her on dog walks and wanted information on where I found her in case they need a pet sitter. I highly recommend Sunny and will book again if I need a sitter. Thanks Sunny!!”
About: I have taken care of dogs starting with my puppy about 15 years ago. Kilo was a puppy rottweiler and I rescued him from a potential life of dog fighting. From that day on Kilo was my best friend and companion in everything from work, to school, and home. I learned a lot from my time with Kilo about proper training and pet care, as well as the patience it takes to be a caring sitter. After Kilo I helped my sisters with training and exercising their big dogs (Pitty, and Husky) as well as attending therapy dog training with my partners 2 dogs (Havanese). I am comfortable with administering oral and topical medications, and know about various training and developmental theories for dogs. I cannot wait to meet your and your pets! I am currently working freelance and I have a lot of free time to spend with your wonderful pets. When I do have a gig I am generally only out of the house for 5-6 hours max. I will follow all your routines and guidelines as stated, while also making sure to tire them out so they dont have any anxiety while you're gone.
“Ema and Cindy took such good care of our dog while we were away for two weeks. They have us photo updates and were very thoughtful and caring. We were able to meet them before our trip to meet our dog and see our house. Everything went smoothly and will definetly be using them again. Very happy with our first rover experience and with Ema and Cindy looking after our puppy!”
About: My family has always raised animals - cats, dogs, pigs, rabbits, etc - and I have at least 40 years experience of loving animal stewardship. I am a licensed security professional and former Park Ranger. I work in the film industry between 3 and 4 days a week. It's a random schedule, but on days that I'm not working, I'm free all day. I am a licensed security professional and can be fully trusted to care for your pets and your property. I will be attentive to your pets temperament and needs.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better person to look after our cats than Yammie! She was caring, reliable, and genuinely attentive to their needs. It gave us such peace of mind knowing they were in such loving hands while we were away. Our cats were happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for when we returned. We highly recommend Yammie to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pet sitter — we will definitely be using her again!”
About: Veterinarian-trained with a 20-year research background. For 4 years, I have provided meticulous, hands-on pet care. **Fully** confident with all medication and **any** special needs. I'm a freelance writer, so I **always** work from your home. This ensures your pet has constant companionship and meticulous supervision, **both** weekdays and weekends. I provide meticulous, vet-informed pet care, focusing on **safe and** engaging play and routine. As for your home, I always leave it **very** 'spotless' and 'immaculate'.
“Cara is amazing!!! I feel very confident that our dogs had five star care while we were out of the country for two weeks. Cara gave regular updates with photos and videos and went over and above with training and grooming sessions. I really appreciated the care that she gave them, I feel like she loved them like they were her own pups - I know they would both be very happy for us to go away again and have Cara look after them.”
“Wonderful experience. Both Ollie and Otto were very well cared for. Debbie kept us updated throughout her stay. Came home to a clean house. Would totally recommend Debbie for future bookings.”
About: Hello, my name is Bruna and it’s my mission to make sure your dog is happy and healthy while you are away. I studied canine behavior and body language, environmental enrichment for canines, such as puzzles and sniff gardens and I have a certification for small animals first aid. I use everything I learned to make your dog’s stay as comfortable as possible and I take pictures and videos of them to make you feel as comfortable as possible while your fur baby is with me. I do NOT believe in anything other than positive training and I can help you if there is anything you’d like to be taught to your dog. I’m currently working from home Monday to Friday and I stay at home 24/7 on the weekends. I take them for walks three times a day or more, I can also take your dog into dog parks if you request it. Your dogs routine at my house is going to go according to your requests. Even though I have a balcony your pup will never be there unattended. The most important thing for me is that your pet feels loved and as close to home as possible, so I want to keep its routine as close to normal as possible and add some fun playtime. As for the walks I like to give the dogs some time to sniff instead of just walking non stop so they can actually enjoy the world around them
“Brooke stayed overnight at my home to watch my two dogs, Mo & Happy. She took great care of them as well as my home, and sent lots of photos! Her communication before the stay was great, and she asked all the right questions at the meet and greet. I'd definitely book Brooke again, and would recommend her to others!”
“Stephanie has really good energy with dogs! We're calling her "auntie". Auntiel sometimes lets the dogs do special things that mom and dad don't, so that makes a visit with her extra special (mom and dad love that she does!). She is on time, tidy, and quite matter-of-fact, which is great. We came home to happy dogs, and a clean house (she's not a maid, but she leaves no evidence of her ever having been here!).”
“Gunay’s husband Sam took care of my dog Nora on Friday at our apartment while I was away for a night. He did a fantastic job connecting with Nora and following the instructions I left. I would definitely use Gunay and Sam again! Thanks so much 🙂”
“Angelina was very communicative and sweet. She sent lovely photos of Lucy having fun while we were away. She has a calm, gentle demeanour. She had flexibility and was available at the last minute, which was so helpful!”
“Lauren took great care of my dogs during their stay. They came home happy and tired. Lauren was on top of their feeding schedule and worked hard to tire them out. I appreciated the pictures sent.”
“Xiaotao was prompt and attentive. She asked all the necessary questions and was available on a short notice. She followed Leo's schedule, gave him his medicines and also took him for his walk. She is kind and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet-sitter.”
The median cost per night for house sitting in New Westminster is $50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - New Westminster
Claire was extremely communicative and shared all the ups and downs from the visit. Our dog is very anxious and resource guards which can be a challenge to handle and knowing Claire’s experience we felt comfortable leaving him in her care. She adapted to his needs and respected his space. Changes can be very difficult for our dog. We anticipated some challenges with Patrick and Claire handled him perfectly and with care.
Alison was amazing, this was the first time leaving our two dogs with a sitter and we were anxious about it. One dog is hard to walk and lead reactive and the other doesn’t like too much change. Alison quickly found a routine that worked perfectly for both of them. She was aware and attentive to their unique needs. We loved getting the videos and photos and seeing the happy and relaxed made it much easier to enjoy our vacation- Alison is highly recommended
Xiaotao was prompt and attentive. She asked all the necessary questions and was available on a short notice. She followed Leo's schedule, gave him his medicines and also took him for his walk. She is kind and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet-sitter.
Yammie was an absolutely fantastic sitter for our cats. She stayed in our home for 2 weeks and instantly formed a strong bond with our two kitties. Her communication was prompt and professional, she kept our home neat and tidy, and she sent us multiple photos and videos of our cats everyday. We would recommend her services to anyone and will absolutely be contacting her every time we go out of town!
Krisztina was amazing with my two cats. She was there within 15m after I requested a super last minute appointment. I have a kitten with a bottomless pit of energy and she handled it flawlessly! She even played with her so much she took a nap!! She was attentive to all of my instructions and even stayed late after I got stuck in traffic!
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Karla. From the very beginning, her communication was excellent—she kept me consistently updated with messages, photos, and little details that really put my mind at ease while I was away. What truly stood out was how genuine Karla’a care was. It wasn’t just a service to her—you could clearly see that she truly loves and understands dogs. My pup was happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for when I returned, which says everything. I’ve used professional dog sitters in the past, but she went completely above and beyond anything I’ve experienced before. Her attentiveness, reliability, and warmth made all the difference. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can fully trust with their pet. I’ll definitely be booking with her again! Thank you Karla 🤗
Spoorthi is an amazing sitter! My cat is shy and always uncomfortable with strangers. With Spoorthi, he warmed up quickly and was very happy. He is also a very high maintenance cat and spoorthi followed all care instructions with great attention to detail. She also promptly sent pictures with updates regularly. Needless to say, I was at peace during my vacation. I would highly recommend her for pet sitting.
Macy cat and stayed at our home for one week. I can't say enough about this special young lady. Our cat took to her right away. Macy is a classy upbeat, responsible and caring pet lover. She shared many cudddling photos that I appreciated so much. Our home was spotless when we came home. She even washed the sheets and towels. She's a gem and I hope she is available for our next trip. We are so lucky to have had such a great lovely young lady help us. I was comfortable being away from my beloved cat. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her. Like I said, she is a gem. Thank you Macy.
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FAQs for House Sitting - New Westminster
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in New Westminster on Rover is $58.83 per night (as of July 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 July 2026, there are 3,133 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across New Westminster. 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 New Westminster 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 New Westminster 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 New Westminster 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:
- 87% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% 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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