Personalized care for your dog or cat - Rayside-Balfour

“This was my first experience using rover and having someone watch my pup for a sleepover. It was a great experience, I know Véronique from work and it was easy to trust her and Dan to look after my baby. They responded quickly and communication with them was effortless, I never had to wonder about my pup as updates were provided regularly and pictures sent before I could even ask! My dog was well looked after and as a bonus got to socialize with others. I look forward to the opportunity to do this again!”

Daphnée K.

“Jamie J was great with Zena and gave her lots of extra care to ensure that Zena was content. She sent daily photos so that I could see how Zena was doing as well as keeping me informed. I would definitely leave Zena with Jamie again.”

Clayton L.

“Melina and her family were the perfect fit for my girls! I loved the updates on how they were doing and the funny pictures I’d get send during their stay with her family. I felt very comfortable leaving my pups with Melina and her very loving family! She went above and beyond when looking after my 2 girls and will book with her again for sure!”

Kimberly S.

“Kathy took amazing care of Benji. He is an older dog and she took care of him like he was her own. She gave me daily updates to make me feel comfortable. I am so happy I choose her to take care of him.”

Manon B.

“Rachel was not only accommodating, but she communicated with me the entire time I was away from my pup, making me feel secure and confident that she was having the best time while I was away - she sent lots of pictures, videos, and updates, and really made the entire process as easy as could be! Would absolutely recommend Rachel to anyone needing a sitter :)”

Dannika B.

“Cassandra replied very quickly and the meet and greet went really well. I appreciated all the pictures.I appreciated all the pictures she sent during Molly’s stay. My girl doesn’t have much chance to socialize with her own kind so she came back home we’ll exercised and tired. Thank you Cassandra.”

Jeannine F.

“Marilyn is definitely one of the kindest people I have ever met. I had the pleasure of meeting her, her husband and their pup prior to leaving my pup with them for two days. It was very obvious from the get go that she genuinely cares for pets and will do everything in her power to ensure that they are comfortable and well cared for. It was also very evident that her pup has been raised in a very loving home. I am very confident that my golden is in wonderful hands when I have to leave her for work purposes. I would strongly recommend Marilyn to other pet parents and I have already booked my girl for anther stay and will continue to do so!”

Jen B.

About: Located just 8 minutes north of Chelmsford; I have a lifetime of experience starting as a child on our farm with a variety of our four-legged friends including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs/hamsters (and some 2 legged friends - ducks & geese!) There has rarely been a time that we did not have animals in our home. I have and have had personal experience with 5 of our own canine seniors spanning over 35 yrs developing patience and empathy and adjusting to their stages of life throughout their lives. I am experienced with administration of medication, blindness, mobility restrictions and post-surgery care. In addition, I have Pet First Aid through Cdn Red Cross. In prior years, I have completed varying levels of obedience classes with all of our dogs as well as reactive training through the Sudbury Kennel Club with my GSD in his younger years. I carry those learnings and teachings in our daily interactions with all our pets to provide structure and a socially well behaved pet. Through the week, I work from home and at times in the community, but my flexibility can allow me to meet the scheduling needs of a pet parent when planned in advance. I don't mind last minute scheduling, since as we know life happens, if I am able to accommodate. Most importantly, I can be present and attentive to provide positive interaction, care and playtime for your fur baby. I am situated in a rural setting on several acres with a large amount of groomed yard and acreage away from the road. The main floor of my home is open for free roam. I offer a soft crate that remains open, to provide comfort and security if your pet has anxiety about being somewhere other than home and if you would like to make it available to your baby. My home is quiet and calm where they will have a great place to relax and carry on at their own pace.

“You’d be hard pressed to find someone as amazing as these two. The amount of care they took to make Luna feel at home was fantastic. Truly great people and would 100% trust them with Luna again!”

Sophie P.

“Dorothy and her family took excellent care of Zuri. Their dog Tanner is a sweetheart and got along well with Zuri. Dorothy was easy to communicate with and sent daily updates and photos of her adventures with Zuri during her stay. It's so nice to go on a vacation and not have any worries about our dog. We will definitely have Dorothy care for Zuri again. I would highly recommend her to care for your pet.”

Laurel C.

“I am very satisfied with the service I received from Gloria. Maggie was glad to see us when we picked her up & slept the rest of the day. She enjoyed her stay with Gloria and the other dog she boarded, as they played a lot outside. Maggie always sleeps after playing with other dogs. I would definitely refer her to anyone else needing a sitter for their pet. Denise Laquerre”

Denise L.

“I greatly appreciated Helena’s fast response to my last minute request for pet sitting. Her house is well set up for dog boarding and my dog was immediately at ease. Her dog Max was friendly to our dog and I could see they were going to have a fun visit together. Heena made sure to get the details about our dog’s habits and our wishes. There was a long lead and clothesline to allow the dogs to explore and play outside. It will be a great off lease area once the final piece of fence is installed. Heena was a pleasant host with whom I felt confident leaving our 2 yr old dog.”

Maureen M.

About: I have always been around dogs my whole life, almost everyone in my circle has one! I love animals and spending time outside so this is the perfect opportunity! I have good patience in terms of puppies, teaching tricks and letting your dog sniff around! A daily walk is a dogs favourite part of the day and I would love to be the one to give them that! I am currently working part time as a server, which is amazing so I work most evenings and weekends. I am also a student studying in the Medical Laboratory Technician program so I’d love to spend my free time outside and with dogs! I have a friendly medium sized dog that I live with who is fully trained. He is taken for 2-4 walks a day and taken to parks to run around! In a clients home, I would ask to be walked through the home and shown which doors to use. I would also ask which areas within the neighborhood the dog likes best to visit on walks. I understand the anxiety when it comes to leaving your dog and/or house in the care of another so I would treat both with the best care possible.

“Very friendly, very accommodating, absolutely pleasurable to communicate with, had a very lovely home and was very amazing to our pets!! amazing care of them and kept us updated!! Highly recommended and will definitely be rebooking!! if you’re not using her you’re missing out and your fur babies will thank you!!”

Benny C.

“Lesa was absolutely amazing. She took great care of my special needs pup and provided daily updates and pictures. Tehya had the best time with Lesa- so much so, that she was less excited to come back home after our trip. Lesa was very accommodating and understanding when we had to make last minute changes to our booking. I would highly recommend Lesa- know your dog is in the best of hands”

Melissa B.

About: I’ve taken care of big dogs and little dogs for friends and family for many years. I have made sure their pets are walked, fed, bathed and have had tons of love while in my care. I work from home so am able to make sure the dogs in my care get lots of attention through the day and are walked daily as well We have a large unfenced yard perfect for play and also go on long walks daily. My dogs are crated at night so would prefer dogs who are crate trained. We have a loving home with lots of attention and play

About: I have grown up with cats and Golden Retrievers all my life. Most recently I had a Labradoodle Bruce. I did loose him to my EX but loved him dearly! I now have Mocha who is a 2 year old Simease. She is an absolute Doll! I have my kids who are both Teens around every second week and they will help with walks. Dogs wont be left alone for more then 4 hours at a time. I have a large home with a fenced deck. My yard is large and I am looking to fence in a section. I have alot of great greenspace out my door.

About: I have taken care of dogs most of my life i currently have 3 of my own i am currently studying to pass my dog training cert I am currently looking into passing a dog training course to progress in my dog training career ispend most of my days training my personal dogs' All dogs in my care are monitored to make sure everyone gets along/separated if needed for reactive pets please let me know how to make your pets stay go as smooth as possible

“Jazmin was easy to work with and took great care of my Dog, she returned happy and healthy. Would recommend and will book with again.”

Brandon M.

About: I have had cats most of my life and a dog for 2 years. I am a mature, reliable and caring 54 year old with a post-graduate degree and have chosen to dedicate my time to pets - both sitting and volunteering with Pet Save. I have a wide open schedule as I am retired with very few commitments. I love animals and want to dedicate all my available time to caring for them. I will spend time petting, playing, and feeding your fur baby as well as cleaning up after them. I'm also happy to water plants and take in mail or any other reasonable service that may be required.

“This was my first time having someone care for my cat while I was away. As soon as I met Erica I knew I had made the right choice. She was in constant contact, and sent pictures and videos to put my mind at ease while I was away. I'll definitely be calling her for my next trip!”

Emily D.

About: I’ve been around dogs for most of my life. Although I don’t have my own pet I have a lot of experience with those around me. My intention is to give them whatever they need and love them while their owner is away. My schedule is flexible and changes week to week but I am available during the day, evenings and weekends. Overnights are preferably done at your place currently however I am open depending on the situation. When dog sitting in a clients home, I like to keep their schedule as familiar as possible. Care varies from dog to dog. This is why I like to do a meet and greet with the owner and pup before committing. Personally, I like to take the pets I’m sitting for a lot of walks and make sure they get a lot of love and attention. I understand how precious pets are to their owners and they deserve the best of care.

“Mickey came home exhausted from a great day at doggy day care, his 1st time at a new place without my presence; the goal is to help him through separation anxiety, what a great home, what a great experience and I plan on being a repeat customer, highly recommend”

Carole S.

About: Located just 8 minutes north of Chelmsford; I have a lifetime of experience starting as a child on our farm with a variety of our four-legged friends including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs/hamsters (and some 2 legged friends - ducks & geese!) There has rarely been a time that we did not have animals in our home. I have and have had personal experience with 5 of our own canine seniors spanning over 35 yrs developing patience and empathy and adjusting to their stages of life throughout their lives. I am experienced with administration of medication, blindness, mobility restrictions and post-surgery care. In addition, I have Pet First Aid through Cdn Red Cross. In prior years, I have completed varying levels of obedience classes with all of our dogs as well as reactive training through the Sudbury Kennel Club with my GSD in his younger years. I carry those learnings and teachings in our daily interactions with all our pets to provide structure and a socially well behaved pet. Through the week, I work from home and at times in the community, but my flexibility can allow me to meet the scheduling needs of a pet parent when planned in advance. I don't mind last minute scheduling, since as we know life happens, if I am able to accommodate. Most importantly, I can be present and attentive to provide positive interaction, care and playtime for your fur baby. I am situated in a rural setting on several acres with a large amount of groomed yard and acreage away from the road. The main floor of my home is open for free roam. I offer a soft crate that remains open, to provide comfort and security if your pet has anxiety about being somewhere other than home and if you would like to make it available to your baby. My home is quiet and calm where they will have a great place to relax and carry on at their own pace.

“Erica was so kind! She handled our exuberant puppy very well. Zeus had a great afternoon in her care. I highly recommend Erica if you're looking for someone to watch your dog.”

Jaclyn H.

“Lesa was amazing with our dogs - she took them paddling and kept us updated with photos. We don’t leave them often and were not sure how it would go but she was fantastic and they were sad to leave! Highly recommend her and will definitely bring them again when we are in Sudbury.”

Chantal R.

“I am extremely happy I decided to join Rover and chose Cassandra as our sitter. She kept me updated and sent pictures throughout the day. My pups looked they had the best time and were pooped when they got home. They also painted a pumpkin that I got to take home. I will be using Cassandra again”

Renee T.

“Miko came home happy and exhausted. He was welcomed as their own and loved.”

Melanie R.

“We were very happy with Rachel's care for our Millie dog. Rachel was very attentive to Millie, she took photos and let me know how Millie was doing, seeing it was her first visit with Rachel at her home. Rachel was so welcoming, friendly and she had a nice little area set up for Millie. I really appreciated that, as Millie is shy at first, needs time to get used to her surroundings. When I picked Millie up, she looked at ease which tells me she had a good time. I look forward to next time Millie gets to visit with Rachel and her two little Chihuahuas.”

San D.

About: I have taken care of dogs most of my life i currently have 3 of my own i am currently studying to pass my dog training cert I am currently looking into passing a dog training course to progress in my dog training career ispend most of my days training my personal dogs' All dogs in my care are monitored to make sure everyone gets along/separated if needed for reactive pets please let me know how to make your pets stay go as smooth as possible

About: We’ve been pet owners for multiple years and joined Rover in November 2025. Our golden retrievers, Bella and Beau, are super friendly and love meeting new friends. We treat all pets like part of our family. You can feel comfortable knowing your pet will not be left alone and will receive a lot of attention, play time and safe environment. . Our home offers a large fenced backyard with plenty of room to run and release energy. There is lots to explore, many toys to play with and a deck for sunbathing. Inside, your pet can enjoy a clean atmosphere and space for comfort and relaxation.

About: I grew up in a farm and went to vet tech college. My love for animals has always existed ever since I was a kid. I’m currently a stay at home mom, and kids are all in school, so looking to fill in the day with some walks or check ins. I have 4 beautiful kids, one senior dog and 2 cats, so we have a full house. But I wouldn’t change it for the world.

About: My home welcomes furry companions of all shapes and sizes! With limited stairs and a large backyard, your pet can enjoy a staycation while you vacation (or do whatever you need to do). My two cats are social party animals (pun intended) and they would love some company. I'm currently a student working hybrid from home, so my schedule can be tailored to fit the needs of your pet and is flexible :) I offer walking, house sitting and over night visits. Your pet will receive my full attention when in my care, play time and affection on demand.

About: I’ve had animals all my life, cats in childhood and dogs most recently. Both of our dogs we have from 8-9 weeks until they crossed the rainbow bridge. I have experience with giant breeds (I had a wolfhound) and have a soft spot for wolfhounds. I’m currently off and home full time with the exception of a few planned trips. My first house call came be done as soon as the school bus leaves. I have a large fully fenced in yard. I can provide a closed off room if it is needed. Pets are more than welcome on the furniture. I do have a 5 year old that know is conscious of animals and their boundaries.

About: I have had cats most of my life and a dog for 2 years. I am a mature, reliable and caring 54 year old with a post-graduate degree and have chosen to dedicate my time to pets - both sitting and volunteering with Pet Save. I have a wide open schedule as I am retired with very few commitments. I love animals and want to dedicate all my available time to caring for them. I will spend time petting, playing, and feeding your fur baby as well as cleaning up after them. I'm also happy to water plants and take in mail or any other reasonable service that may be required.

About: I've been around dogs since I was a child. My father taught me how to train and care for dogs. I've taking care of my own dogs for the last 20 years. Family and friends have relied on me to walk, feed and bath their pets while they were away. I am available early morning , afternoon and evenings. I am also available on weekends I own a car and I am very familiar with the area. I can fulfill request quickly and enjoy spending time with dogs I have a bush behind my house and will make sure dog is on a leech. I am aware of my surroundings and will look for traffic.

“I consistently contact Natalia to watch my puppy because of her amazing care. She us thorough and receptive and extremely kind and caring.”

Stephanie L.

“Erica was wonderful with my newly brought home 6 month old pup. She was super shy and Erica didn’t try to force her out of the crate and was amazing with sitting and trying to get to know the dog and not scare her. Would highly recommend to anyone especially people with young pups. Will definitely be booking again.”

Jack W.

About: I've been around dogs since I was a child. My father taught me how to train and care for dogs. I've taking care of my own dogs for the last 20 years. Family and friends have relied on me to walk, feed and bath their pets while they were away. I am available early morning , afternoon and evenings. I am also available on weekends I own a car and I am very familiar with the area. I can fulfill request quickly and enjoy spending time with dogs I have a bush behind my house and will make sure dog is on a leech. I am aware of my surroundings and will look for traffic.

About: I’ve been around dogs for most of my life. Although I don’t have my own pet I have a lot of experience with those around me. My intention is to give them whatever they need and love them while their owner is away. My schedule is flexible and changes week to week but I am available during the day, evenings and weekends. Overnights are preferably done at your place currently however I am open depending on the situation. When dog sitting in a clients home, I like to keep their schedule as familiar as possible. Care varies from dog to dog. This is why I like to do a meet and greet with the owner and pup before committing. Personally, I like to take the pets I’m sitting for a lot of walks and make sure they get a lot of love and attention. I understand how precious pets are to their owners and they deserve the best of care.

“This was my first experience using rover and having someone watch my pup for a sleepover. It was a great experience, I know Véronique from work and it was easy to trust her and Dan to look after my baby. They responded quickly and communication with them was effortless, I never had to wonder about my pup as updates were provided regularly and pictures sent before I could even ask! My dog was well looked after and as a bonus got to socialize with others. I look forward to the opportunity to do this again!”

Daphnée K.

“Jamie J was great with Zena and gave her lots of extra care to ensure that Zena was content. She sent daily photos so that I could see how Zena was doing as well as keeping me informed. I would definitely leave Zena with Jamie again.”

Clayton L.

“Melina and her family were the perfect fit for my girls! I loved the updates on how they were doing and the funny pictures I’d get send during their stay with her family. I felt very comfortable leaving my pups with Melina and her very loving family! She went above and beyond when looking after my 2 girls and will book with her again for sure!”

Kimberly S.

“Kathy took amazing care of Benji. He is an older dog and she took care of him like he was her own. She gave me daily updates to make me feel comfortable. I am so happy I choose her to take care of him.”

Manon B.

“Cassandra replied very quickly and the meet and greet went really well. I appreciated all the pictures.I appreciated all the pictures she sent during Molly’s stay. My girl doesn’t have much chance to socialize with her own kind so she came back home we’ll exercised and tired. Thank you Cassandra.”

Jeannine F.

“Marilyn is definitely one of the kindest people I have ever met. I had the pleasure of meeting her, her husband and their pup prior to leaving my pup with them for two days. It was very obvious from the get go that she genuinely cares for pets and will do everything in her power to ensure that they are comfortable and well cared for. It was also very evident that her pup has been raised in a very loving home. I am very confident that my golden is in wonderful hands when I have to leave her for work purposes. I would strongly recommend Marilyn to other pet parents and I have already booked my girl for anther stay and will continue to do so!”

Jen B.

“You’d be hard pressed to find someone as amazing as these two. The amount of care they took to make Luna feel at home was fantastic. Truly great people and would 100% trust them with Luna again!”

Sophie P.

“I am very satisfied with the service I received from Gloria. Maggie was glad to see us when we picked her up & slept the rest of the day. She enjoyed her stay with Gloria and the other dog she boarded, as they played a lot outside. Maggie always sleeps after playing with other dogs. I would definitely refer her to anyone else needing a sitter for their pet. Denise Laquerre”

Denise L.

“I greatly appreciated Helena’s fast response to my last minute request for pet sitting. Her house is well set up for dog boarding and my dog was immediately at ease. Her dog Max was friendly to our dog and I could see they were going to have a fun visit together. Heena made sure to get the details about our dog’s habits and our wishes. There was a long lead and clothesline to allow the dogs to explore and play outside. It will be a great off lease area once the final piece of fence is installed. Heena was a pleasant host with whom I felt confident leaving our 2 yr old dog.”

Maureen M.

“Very friendly, very accommodating, absolutely pleasurable to communicate with, had a very lovely home and was very amazing to our pets!! amazing care of them and kept us updated!! Highly recommended and will definitely be rebooking!! if you’re not using her you’re missing out and your fur babies will thank you!!”

Benny C.

“Lesa was absolutely amazing. She took great care of my special needs pup and provided daily updates and pictures. Tehya had the best time with Lesa- so much so, that she was less excited to come back home after our trip. Lesa was very accommodating and understanding when we had to make last minute changes to our booking. I would highly recommend Lesa- know your dog is in the best of hands”

Melissa B.

About: I have grown up with cats and Golden Retrievers all my life. Most recently I had a Labradoodle Bruce. I did loose him to my EX but loved him dearly! I now have Mocha who is a 2 year old Simease. She is an absolute Doll! I have my kids who are both Teens around every second week and they will help with walks. Dogs wont be left alone for more then 4 hours at a time. I have a large home with a fenced deck. My yard is large and I am looking to fence in a section. I have alot of great greenspace out my door.

About: I have taken care of dogs most of my life i currently have 3 of my own i am currently studying to pass my dog training cert I am currently looking into passing a dog training course to progress in my dog training career ispend most of my days training my personal dogs' All dogs in my care are monitored to make sure everyone gets along/separated if needed for reactive pets please let me know how to make your pets stay go as smooth as possible

“Jazmin was easy to work with and took great care of my Dog, she returned happy and healthy. Would recommend and will book with again.”

Brandon M.

“Briana provided amazing care to our Boston terrier who struggles with separation anxiety. She kept me updated with regular photos and messages, which gave me peace of mind. Our pup looked relaxed in her home! I highly recommend Briana to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and attentive dog sitter. I will definitely be booking with her again!”

Kimberly K.

“Natalie and Niranga welcomed scout into their home with lots of outside time and cuddles. They had good communication and sent lots of photos/videos of scout. He had a blast playing with their dogs and looked very comfortable and happy”

Poppy G.

“Kali was an excellent sitter for our high energy working breed dog (Coonhound/Springer Spaniel). It was great being able to leave our dog with someone with so much knowledge, training and understanding of dogs health and needs. Her exerperience in ecollar training was such a bonus as it allowed for a smooth transition and training maitenance under her care. She kept him happy, exercised and provided us with updates and photos throughout the stay. Will definetly continue to trust her with our pet sitting needs in the future!”

Jenny G.

“Jeanine was wonderful with my Squirt. She sent updates and pictures and I felt that Squirt was very comfortable with her. Thank you so much for keeping me at ease while she was with you Jeanine. Ill definitely be reaching out to you again! .”

Mandy C.

“Gina was a darling with our baby girl Scrappy. She loves dogs and expressed how much fun she had with our pup. She is also very close to a dog park, so it was easy to keep Scraps exercised and happy. I would recommend her for dog sitting and walking any day! Thanks again, Gina. Our pupper loved her stay!”

David R.

“This was the first time we used a dog sitter, but it definitely won’t be the last! Joël not only put our pup at ease, but put us at ease with updates, photos and even a video! Maverick was well cared for and treated like family! No more kennels for our little guy - we will be trusting Joël with our dog sitting needs from now on!”

Nathalie D.