Cat Sitting in Ottawa
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Top rated Ottawa cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Maya watched my two cats when I went on a 10 day vacation. She came for 2 visits a day! My cats adored her. I came back and they are both just as happy and sweet as when I left!”
“I could not have asked for a better catsitter! Ray went above and beyond in every way. It was my first time using Rover and I will definitely book with Ray again when I’m out of town next. She sent detailed reports every day with lots of pictures, played with the cats, brushed them, cleaned up more than I expected, and was very flexible and accommodating with their feeding schedule. I was able to relax while out of town knowing they were being so well taken care of. Ray is literally a superstar, thank you so so much <3”
“Kenny sent lots of photos and gave me lots of updates of my cat’s mood and wellbeing. Kenny followed instructions and went out his way to make sure everything was good at my place and with my cat. Will definitely use him again in the future.”
“Bohdana was an excellent choice for a cat sitter! She made sure my kitty got plenty of love and attention while I was away, which gave me such peace of mind. I could tell my cat felt happy and cared for — I’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and affectionate pet sitter.”
“Paisley was great with our social, but slightly suspicious cat George. We loved seeing the photos and felt very confident he was getting lots of love and care while we were away.”
“Evan took care of my kitties so well. They were so happy and healthy when I returned. My apartment was cleaner than how I had left it felt as. He also sent me kitties picture and updates on each visit. I really appreciated that. Plus he said he’s a photographer so he took the best pictures of my kitties. I will definitely be printing them.”
“Bianca was an amazing caregiver while I was away on holidays! It was hard for me to leave my cat but she reassured me that my little one was doing well and sent lots of photos/videos that I really appreciated!! She was flexible, caring and Thea warmed up to her very quickly. Would definitely book her again in a heart beat!! Thank you so much Bianca ?”
“Mikhail provided exceptional care for our cats and was so attentive to their concerns and needs (IE: litterbox issues), always providing detailed reports and the best pictures of the kitties!”
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.
“Our cat Sammy had a lovely time with Shayla! Shayla spent time to brush, feed, scoop, ensure the water bowl was topped up and ultimately fit in play time within the visit! We will certainly recommend and look forward to future bookings.”
“Katie was extremely reliable, communicative, and took great care of our cat. She was great at following instructions and very quick to respond. She was thoughtful, gave us great updates, and our cat seemed to enjoy spending time with her! I would definitely use her services again and would highly recommend her. Thanks for your great work Katie!!”
“Francielly is amazing!! She cared for our senior cat while we were away on our honeymoon for 6 weeks, and completely put our minds at ease the whole time. She was so quick to respond to messages and always sent us photos of our baby while we were gone. It gave us peace of mind knowing our cat was in the best of hands while we were away. Thank you!!!”
“Our cats Finn and Rupert came running to the door when Stephanie came to drop off our key and purred when they saw her. I think their honest review is all you need to know. Would definitely book again.”
“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!”
About: I have been my friends & family's pet sitter for many years. I have lived with and taken care of different breeds, but I have more experience with medium to larger dogs. I have always loved going on long walks with dogs, and can handle the ones with leash aggression. I am extremely patient and will meet a dog where they are! I have some experience (and a lot of interest) with dog training as well as caring for puppies. I always make sure my dogs are well taken care of with fresh water, preferred food schedules, walks and plenty of cuddles and play time. I work full-time during the week until 3:30 pm, which means I'm available early to care for your pets after work! I also usually work from home on Fridays. On the weekends, I am fully available for your pets' needs. I usually would include a longer walk on Saturday and/or Sunday. When I housesit, I always follow your preferred guidelines when it comes to your pet's comfort, schedule and routine. As for my own home, I live in a small apartment on the 4th floor of a building (with balcony) so I can only board small pets and pets who are plant savvy. I live close to Dow's Lake which is amazing for walks along the canal and the Arboretum.
Over 3,114 pet parents in Ottawa have booked cat sitting
Ottawa cat parents share their Rover experiences
Ray came through on a last minute request and provided professional, caring, and diligent service. She took great care of our cat, was super communicative, and provided excellent (and funny) Rover Cards. She went above and beyond by sweeping our place, and even gave us a cute Polaroid of our cat. Ray is a top tier sitter, and a joy to be around. We will definitely rebook!
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!
Sinead is a wonderful caregiver. She is kind and professional, and was an expert with our sweet cat Molly. It was so reassuring to receive the thorough updates and cute photos while I was away. I’m hoping that Sinead is available whenever I need a caregiver for Molly from now on!
We had such a great experience with her taking care of our three cats! One of our cats needs daily medication, and she handled it perfectly, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. She was kind, reliable, and clearly loves animals. We received regular updates and photos, and it was obvious our cats were happy and well cared for. Everything was in perfect order when we got back. We wouldn’t hesitate to trust her again—highly recommend!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Ottawa is $25
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Sitters in Ottawa average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 $25 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 269 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Ottawa cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Ottawa have an average of 14 years of experience. Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters 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 269 cat sitters in Ottawa on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Ottawa, 97% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 83% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care 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.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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