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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%.
“She is a very good listener, communicated well & gave our senior cat meds, feel very comfortable having her stay at our house to care for our cat with special needs, highly recommend!”
“Chantal was amazing with my dog. She had a hard time with new people but Chantal was calm and great and my dog warmed up very nicely. The house was left clean which was a huge relief 😅”
“Alexa exceeded our expectations! The animals loved her, she responded promptly to all texts, and kept us updated throughout the week. Not only was she great with our pets she took very good care of our home, the place was spotless! We would highly recommend Alexa to anybody looking for a responsible and caring pet sitter.”
“Diane was amazing with Cassie and taking care of the house. They went on frequent outings and did fun hikes and adventures together. Diane kept me in the loop every day for how things were going. Cassie was very happy upon me returning from my time away, and the house was spotless. I will absolutely have Diane back! Thanks so much 👍”
About: I grew up with dogs (golden retrievers and a papillon) for 23 years, I love every dog I see, so dog care is definitely my thing. I am very accustomed to all types of dog behaviour, walking, feeding, giving medication, itchy paw care, and all other pet care associated with dogs. I'm a well seasoned dog caretaker and am very familiar with many types of challenges and hyper puppies. I currently do not have a day job, so I am very able to be a hands-on caretaker to your pet. Walking, feeding, and attentiveness are my main priority. The best way to make sure your pets feel safe, trusting, and comfortable is for me to continue on the daily routine they tend to follow. I'm very familiar with having to separate animals in different rooms, gates, stairs, feeding schedules and walking times. The best way I can give the utmost care for your companion is if you tell me exactly what you'd appreciate in terms of caretaking from me and I will make sure I do it exactly how you'd like in a way that is comfortable for you and you pet!
“Frances was great with Bailey - gave him his meds, played with him and took him out for walks and ball throwing. She kept the place in tip top shape and even dealt with the recycling. i would highly recommend her.”
About: I’ve been a dog and cat sitter since high school, first sitting for family and friends and now doing it as a side job as well as while travelling. I have experience with dogs of all sizes, and cats of all temperaments. Open to most areas of Victoria, and have a reliable vehicle to get to and from sits, and take dogs out for nice walks in the parks or hiking trails of the area. Please feel free to reach out for any details or scheduling questions. I currently work full time 9-5, so am primarily available for stop in care or overnights with cats and other lower maintenance animals comfortably with being home for a work day. I am available for dogs and multiple walks a day on weekends only. I am only available for care in the pets/clients home as my building is pet-free. I am very trustworthy as I have plenty of past experience in others homes both as a pet sitter and house cleaner. And my current day job requires regular criminal record checks to come back clean.
“Silas was amazing. He looked after our two dogs with such love and compassion. We never had to worry about checking in as he would send us updates, videos and photos of their walks and playtime in the backyard. We would recommend him to look after anyones pets. We wish we had found him sooner.”
“Wonderful couple who took excellent care of our Pom, Louis, and our home. Our fur baby was happy when we arrived back from our trip and our home was left spotless. We were provided daily updates with photos of Louis and are so appreciative of the care and attention they provided to Louis. Thank you!!”
“Danielle was super responsive when booking to watch our boy Archie. We were looking for boarding but due to visitors in her home she offered the alternative to come to our house instead which was perfect for him to stay comfortable in his own home. She was greatly attentive and Archie seemed to love every minute of her stay. Our home was perfectly clean when Danielle left and she even went so far as to change the sheets for us. 10/10 recommend any of her services and will definitely rebook another stay for Archie.”
About: I offer personalized, loving care for your pets, ensuring that they feel safe, happy, and loved while you're away. I am reliable, experienced, and detail-oriented. I work virtually on a part-time basis, so I'll always be available to give your pets the attention and care they need while you're away. I prioritize your pets' safety by keeping their environment secure and ensuring I have all the info on food allergies, behavior around other animals, and preferences.
“Rae is an incredible & intuitive dog whisperer. Trusting her with my home & baby boy ; Paolo ~ was felt with ease. She was so communicative and sent us photos & videos in such timely mannerism that warmed our hearts. It helped to have these texts as we were away and really missed our dog! Rae left our house spotless and everything in its place. I truly appreciate how caring and loving she clearly was to our dog; we could feel that attentive energy while we were far away visiting family 💕 I am forever grateful for Rae’s services. We look forward to connecting with Rae again and sending well wishes for her continuous journey in all her services !”
About: Please note I can NOT take dogs over 15” at the shoulder. If your dog is under 15" at the shoulder I can take them even if they weigh 35 lbs. Thanks for understanding. Also my rate is $55 but ROVER charges you 11% on top of my rate. Plus they take 20% of whatever is booked. Thought you should know :) Now on to the profile. I honestly love animals. I sometimes ask my friends to come over, just so I can hang out with their dogs. (my friends are okay with this) I'm well versed in giving dogs and cats their medication orally, or mixed in with food. I don't give needles. All of my dogs, except one lived to ripe old ages and I am well versed in dealing with mobility issues, deafness, blindness and incontinence. I love animals of all ages and I truly believe each stage of their life enhances ours. I have dealt with foster dogs with PTSD and I'm well aware how slow movements and soft voices are highly important to make a pet feel comfortable. I've taken a few dogs from vicious to cuddle bug in my time. Yes, some of them took months, but in the end, they learned to trust. All they need is love, patience and the time to destress and learn that not every human will hurt them. That being said, I'm not up for sitting a reactive dog at this time. I understand that your pets will need to approach me, not the other way around. Of course I will try to coax them to come to me, but if they don't, I'm okay with that. I simply want to give care to animals and get their companionship, if only for a short time, in return. I am semi-retired and work from home. As I have a fenced yard, I can easily accommodate small and medium sized dogs. I may have to go out for an hour here and there, but, for the most part, I am home. I have a fenced yard for dogs. Sorry - no cats at this time. If your dog is crate trained, they can stay in my bedroom with me in the crate, or if they are completely housetrained, they can even snuggle on the bed if that is your preference. When looking after pets in your home, I will follow their routine, as advised by you.
“Aly was great at taking care of my two small dogs. I had a conference in Vancouver so I was out for two days. Not only was she great at letting me know the status of my dogs, pictures videos and proper communication, but she also kept the house super clean and when I came back, things were cleaner than before! Hats off to an amazing service experience by Aly. I recommend her 100%.”
“Sonya was able to take a last minute booking to watch my two French bulldogs for a few hours so my husband I could go out for my birthday stress-free. This was our first time ever leaving them with a sitter. She arrived on time (5 minutes early!) and was very friendly, confident and professional. She sent adorable photo updates of the dogs who were cuddled up with her on the couch and took them out when they needed it. It is clear that she respected our home and took great care of our dogs. They seemed very happy! Will definitely have Sonya watch them again in the future!”
“Alynne did a very good job. I was nervous leaving my cat overnight because she has a lot of needs but Alynne took very good care of her. She was fed during her meal times and Alynne clearly offered her lots of cuddles and affection since she was so relaxed and happy when I saw her again.”
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Absolutely amazing! Madison went above and beyond. This was our first time using this service and we were very nervous as our dog is reactive and we didn’t know how he would be. Madison was quick to respond to messages and very knowledgeable on how to handle Oakley. We will definitely seek her out for future sitting needs
Angela really put me at ease leaving my dog Ghost for the first time using Rover. She not only was so warm and friendly with him, but sent me update photos on my trip away to reassure me he was feeling happy and comfortable :) She is super communicative and kind. She was also very accommodating by staying at my home where he was more comfortable, which was above and beyond. Thank you so so much Angela for caring for Ghost!
I cannot say enough good things about the care and attention Francis gave to our two cats. Both were calm, relaxed, and clearly well cared for when we returned home. We have a somewhat complex multi-cat household, along with a complicated feeding routine, and Francis handled everything with confidence and care. Not only were our cats happy and well looked after, but our home was cleaner than when we left, and our garden had been thoughtfully cared for as well. Thank you so much, Francis. We truly appreciate everything you did and look forward to having you back in the future!
Alexa is amaaaaaazing!! The minute we met her we felt like we'd known her forever and our dog Roxy felt the same way. They had an instant bond. She left our place immaculate and provided regular updates and friendly communication. She's reliable, kind and organized. Highly recommend!
Rae was so great. She provided lots of picture updates, was quick with communication, and went above and beyond to meet Louis’ needs. He is a shy dog with a history of reactivity, and he immediately warmed up to her. She also left my place in immaculate condition. I would highly recommend her for anyone’s pet care needs!
Can't say enough amazing things about Michaella! Wish I could give her infinity star rating! She was so communicative from the start and was incredibly reliable and sweet. Our fur babies loved her so much, and she went above and beyond making sure our home was tidy when we came back from our weekend away. Would absolutely have her back!
Ahneke took care of our dog Flora for several hours on the weekend. She was wonderful with her, and we returned home to a relaxed pup. It was a last minute request, so I really appreciated Ahneke’s responsiveness and flexibility. Her calm, warm manner with Flora made it easy to trust her with the care of our dog. I would highly recommend her!
Diane was amazing! She cared for our active and dramatic Duck Toller, Margot, for a four day dog sit in our home. Diane sent lots of photos throughout the day, showing all of their walks, adventures, play time, and nap times. You could tell Margot was a happy girl when we got home, and Diane gave Margot her evening walk and dinner as our flight got in late. We really appreciated that detail. Our home and plants were well cared for as well. We will definitely be hiring Diane again.
Ally took such great care of our two cats. We have a bit of a complicated dynamic with a very energetic kitten and an older cat, and she handled it all with so much patience and care. We came home to two very content cats, and as a bonus, our place was even cleaner than we left it. I would absolutely recommend Ally as a pet sitter.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Oak Bay is $55
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Sitters in Oak Bay average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Oak Bay on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $55 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 660 house sitters in Oak Bay. 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, 87% of Oak Bay house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Oak Bay have an average of 13 years of experience. 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 Oak Bay.
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. Oak Bay 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.
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