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Sitter Profile Image: Kenny L.
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Kenny L.
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$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
9 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K2P

Kenny was incredibly thoughtful and attentive to every detail in caring for my kitten. He’s intuitive and respectful in his interactions with her, and professional and thorough in his communication with me. I couldn’t imagine leaving my still relatively new kitten with someone else and feel very lucky to have connected with him through Rover. Will definitely seek his kitten care again in the near future.

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Katie B.
Sitter Profile Image: Maya T.
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Maya T.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
43 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K2P

Maya was attentive the whole time. She came to meet my pets beforehand and get to know the environment. This gave me a lot of confidence. She sent a report of what she did with the pets on the days we were out. It was lovely having her with us. I liked her interaction with the two dogs. We have already scheduled a second visit. I highly recommend Maya😊😊😊

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Carla Luiza S.
Sitter Profile Image: Maureen K.
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Maureen K.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
125 reviews
52 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1S

As usual, Maureen was fantastic and our cat was clearly very happy to see her and well taken care of upon our return! We can’t wait to have her back!

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Laura S.
Sitter Profile Image: Maybelle-Jane B.
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Maybelle-Jane B.
$16
total per visit
8 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1S

About: I have never known a life without dogs and cats in my family. I have cared for dogs of all ages and sizes. I volunteered with my local shelter to walk adoptable dogs and attended training lessons with my own dog. I have experience giving a dog a bath and could even go on a small jog with a dog if desired. I love going for walks around the neighbourhood and miss being able to bring my dog down to the lake. I would love to give some attention to dogs in the Ottawa area whose parents are out for the day. I have a few online classes throughout the week, but my afternoons are fairly open, and I'm looking for something to fill that time. Tuesdays and Thursdays, I have early mornings and evenings, whereas on Mondays and Wednesdays, I have the entire afternoon available. I am very cautious about locking doors and leaving things within reach of dogs, and I can get dogs into crates if required. I have a small apartment, so I would not be looking to bring animals here, but I am a very responsible and organized individual.

Sitter Profile Image: Rebeca P.
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Rebeca P.
Star Sitter
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

Rebeca was wonderful with my cat Yuzu. She's very experienced. Fast response time.

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Jimmy H.
Sitter Profile Image: Rawand A.
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Rawand A.
Star Sitter
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

Ray was absolutely wonderful with our cats! They are usually very shy around strangers, but they warmed up to her quickly, which says a lot about her gentle and caring nature. She kept us updated with messages and photos, and we could tell our cats were happy and very well taken care of. Ray is incredibly sweet and clearly loves animals. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter! :)

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John M.
Sitter Profile Image: Bianca P.
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Bianca P.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1S

Bianca is amazing! She always takes the best care of my cat Thea & I know she is in great hands. Bianca sends lots of photos, videos which is so reassuring! I know my kitty loves spending time with her.

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Amber B.
Sitter Profile Image: Sanjana U.
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Sanjana U.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

Sanjana took such good care of my cat Rouki! She was super reliable and I spent my days away with total peace of mind. I highly recommend her services!

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Claudia B.
Sitter Profile Image: Paisley C.
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Paisley C.
Star Sitter
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
116 reviews
37 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

Praisley was amazing and she was very flexible with my schedule since I had to cancel last minute the last visit. She took very good care of my cats and sent me lots of photos. I will definitely book her again when I go traveling!

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Ana M.
Sitter Profile Image: Minuette  "Mikhail" S.
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Minuette "Mikhail" S.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
14 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Gatineau, QC, J8X

Mikhail is a magical cat-whisperer! I got lots of updates and pics and it was evident that my little Jerry was in very good hands. He doesn’t usually warm up to other people easily, but Mikhail won him over :) Profesional, dependable and kind, five stars!

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Jacquie B.
Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie C.
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Stephanie C.
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
357 reviews
89 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1N

Stephanie is AMAZING, she took wonderful care of our two cats while we were away for the long weekend. The kitties loved her immediately and she went above and beyond to make them comfy and happy until we got back! We are so grateful for Stephanie's help, and will definitely reach out again for our next trip!

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Wendy X.
Sitter Profile Image: Bohdana S.
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Bohdana S.
$26
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

Bohdana is an amazing sitter! She is very kind, thoughtful and diligent when it comes to the health of my kitties. She communicated quickly throughout the booking, especially when something unexpected would happen. (Like my cats breaking something). Her videos and updates are so helpful for keeping our minds at ease while we are away!!

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Maria S.
Sitter Profile Image: Cloe M.
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Cloe M.
Star Sitter
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

About: For the past few years I’ve been a pet sitter for friends and family. I have experience with small and large dogs as well as cats. As a runner I love active dogs ! I have a full time job with 2 work from home days a week, which can be flexible. I’m free evenings and weekends to spend time with your animals. I am a respectful and clean pet sitter. When I dog sit in a family’s home I am conscious of the environment I’m in and care for the animals as well as cleaning up after them and myself.

Sitter Profile Image: Gabriela E.
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Gabriela E.
$22
total per visit
1 year of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1S

About: Available. DVM in progress with 1 year experience in the veterinary field. Love puppy kisses and kitty hisses all the same! Excited to meet you and your pets I work in the evenings, I am available to spend the morning and night with your pet! I'm happy to play with them for as long as they want and give them a nice long walk I stablish a trusting environment by allowing the pet to approach me first. I go slow. I don't force or rush when I go on walks because I know how important it is to take your time. I'm always prepared to act in a situation of emergency and I know how to identify a pet in distress and the steps to take to ensure they are ok. I'm careful with what they eat or interact with always.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney K.
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Sydney K.
$19
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Gatineau, QC, J8X

Sydney is so lovely and my cat loved her! She truly is an animal Whisperer because my rescue is normally very afraid of strangers but felt safe and comfortable with her 🥹 (Which never happened before) She sent a lot of pictures and a detailed summary after every visit, which gave me so much peace of mind. I was afraid leaving my anxious angel behind but because of Sydney I was truly able to enjoy my vacation! 💛 Her kindness, professionalism, and genuine love for animals really shines through!! I couldn’t recommend her more! 😊

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Alexe V.
Sitter Profile Image: Melissa H.
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Melissa H.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
27 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1S

We were happy to know Melissa was taking good care of our cat while we were away, and appreciated all the pics she sent of our usually shy girl!

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Sarah B.
Sitter Profile Image: Shania G.
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Shania G.
$30
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K2P

Absolutely the best! We love Shania and she has been so reliable and wonderful with Willis. Thank you again for all the help while we were away and hope to see you soon :)

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Emily R.
Sitter Profile Image: Sophie M.
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Sophie M.
$29
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K1R

About: With years of pet-sitting experience, I’ve cared for a wide range of animals, including puppies, cats, and bunnies. I’m comfortable with pets of all types and understand the unique care each one needs. Whether it’s keeping up with the energy of playful puppies or ensuring cats feel safe and comfortable, I prioritize their well-being. My patience and attentiveness set me apart, ensuring every pet feels loved and at ease while you're away. I work during the day, but I’m available to care for pets on weekends and after work. I work hybrid, so I am able to care for cats/dogs some days during the week. This schedule allows me to dedicate my free time to giving pets the attention, care, and love they deserve. Whether it’s evening check-ins, playtime, or weekend pet-sitting, I’m committed to providing reliable and compassionate care that fits both my schedule and your pet’s needs. Safety and trust are my top priorities when caring for pets, whether in my home or my client’s. I create a stress-free environment by following each pet’s routine, providing a secure space, and ensuring they feel comfortable and loved. I’m attentive to their needs, from feeding and exercise to medication and companionship. My goal is to provide reliable, compassionate care so both pets and owners can feel at ease.

Sitter Profile Image: Taylor W.
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Taylor W.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
8 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K2P

Taylor did a great job dropping in twice to care for our dog Lucy. We felt at ease while we were gone, she fed her, walked her, and sent us pics. We will definitely hire her again!

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Rosemary K.
Sitter Profile Image: Emma C.
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Emma C.
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
137 reviews
36 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Ottawa, ON, K4C

Emma was great! She was super covid safe, making sure to wipe everything down after she left her last check in, and made our kitten super happy! We really appreciated the pictures she sent, we always knew our cat was having a good check in :). She also went above and beyond and watered some plants for us. Thanks Emma!

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Amanda M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Again, Kenny is wonderful - reliable, conscientious, thoughtful, professional, communicative. I have incredible peace of mind knowing he’s caring for my kitten when I’m away.

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Katie B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicoletta did several drop-in visits for our two cats and took excellent care of them. She sent great updates with each visit, so we always knew how the cats were doing. Scheduling and key drop-off were easy and stress-free. We’d happily book her again!

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Connor Z.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cachell was great! She took care of my cat while I was away and I would definitely book with her again. Her updates were thorough and followed care instructions perfectly. Thank you!!

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Shanna R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Janani took such good care of my boy! Providing consistent communication, pictures and updates. Bean was a happy boy I would happily book again

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Nicole F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shayla took great care of our cat Boo while we travelled. She stepped by at the agreed times and provided all requested services. Even though Boo was very shy, Shayla managed to read her behaviour and found great ways to leave some entertainment that Boo enjoyed while waiting for the next visit.

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Stefanie C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Bohdana is great! She took great care of my cat while I was away! The daily photo updates and prompt communication really gave me so much peace of mind! She even created a cute routine with my cat within only a couple of days! She is reliable and clearly a true animal lover! I will absolutely be booking her again!!

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Lu C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney is so lovely and my cat loved her! She truly is an animal Whisperer because my rescue is normally very afraid of strangers but felt safe and comfortable with her 🥹 (Which never happened before) She sent a lot of pictures and a detailed summary after every visit, which gave me so much peace of mind. I was afraid leaving my anxious angel behind but because of Sydney I was truly able to enjoy my vacation! 💛 Her kindness, professionalism, and genuine love for animals really shines through!! I couldn’t recommend her more! 😊

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Alexe V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyssa took wonderful care of our 3 cats while we were on vacation. I was quite pleased with her. She took the initiative to find the dish pan and washed all the cats dishes on the last day. She played with the kitties and sent sent us lots of photos. We would be happy to book with her again if we need to.

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Susan F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sinéad was great and I'd definitely book her again. Good communication, and patience despite my cat being a a little ghost around strangers. Great experience.

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Caelin L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is my second time booking with Rawand and I would once again 100% recommend her to others. My shy cats love her and look forward to when she visits.

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Alaine
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

9th time we book Karina to take care of our 3 cats. The cats love her and are completely comfortable when she drops by. Same excellent service as previous times. We definitely recommend her!

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Guilherme T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was great with our cat. And she dealt extremely well with our last minute chaos which meant that she needed to hunt around for our cat’s supplies. Would definitely recommend and use again!

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Geoffrey D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I can actually relax while on vacation, knowing that Jaimie is taking good care of my two cats. And I love getting the pictures every day too !Thank you!!

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Francine S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Julie was great! Very attentive, provided thorough daily updates, and was quickly responsive to issues caused by my pet during the booking.

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Roxanne M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jamie was once again exactly the right person to put our minds at ease! Our cat George loves Jamie and we love the amazing updates in photo and text form!

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Kate V.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Keely was so generous with her time doing drop-ins with my cat and tapped into his love of outdoor adventures. She truly cares about and enjoys being with the pets she is looking after.

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Laurie B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Paisley was great with the cats! She was communicative with any questions and an all round great sitter.

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Sarah D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Claudia is amazing with my cat Gus! She was available last minute and was even flexible enough to add an extra visit the day before, which I really appreciated. Super accommodating, reliable, and always a pleasure to work with. Gus loves her, and I always feel comfortable knowing he’s in good hands!

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Michaela D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Gustave est toujours très heureux de voir Lydia! Il est évident qu'elle adore les animaux. Lydia répond toujours très rapidement et elle est très courtoise. Une perle!

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Émilie B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

This is Stephanie’s second time watching my cat. She’s a great communicator and very dependable. She sends great updates and makes you feel like your pet is in safe hands. Thank you Stephanie!

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Kate A.
Drop-In Visits
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Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Ottawa on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $22 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.

As of Jun 2026, there are 20 cat sitters in Ottawa. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

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Experience can vary widely from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing cat sitters available in Ottawa.

Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Ottawa cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.

There are 20 cat sitters in Ottawa on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.

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