House Sitting in Ottawa
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1. Shelly S.


“Shelly is amazing with my girls and lovely as a human :). Look forward to Shelly hanging with Kisha and Sadie whenever our schedules allow ????”


2. Sara K.

“If we could give Sara 10 stars out of 5, we absolutely would! She was truly outstanding in every way. From the start, she was incredibly communicative, keeping us updated with messages, photos, and little details that gave us total peace of mind. Our dog turned out to be a little temperamental, and she handled him with such patience, kindness, and an intuitive understanding of his needs. Even people at our local dog park noticed how amazing she was! We had people come up to us Monday morning and say, "Your dog sitter was fantastic!" It’s rare to find someone who not only cares deeply but also has the skill and experience to handle any situation with grace. We couldn’t be more grateful and would book her again in a heartbeat! If you’re lucky enough to have her watch your pup, know that they are in the best hands possible. 🐶❤️”


3. Maya T.


“Maya was an exceptional caregiver to our two old pets. She also sent us updates while we were away to let us know how things were going. Maya is a very responsible, caring, and kind hearted human! We are very grateful for their services and highly recommend her.”


4. Minuette "Mikhail" S.


“Mikhail is very professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and caring. My Chihuahua Angie was in good hands, and we are looking forward to Mikhail's next visit very soon. Five stars.”


5. Mélanie P.


“Melanie once again did a fantastic job looking after our fur babies. She clearly loves animals and takes the time and effort to make them comfortable and feel loved. Our cat is very shy and doesn’t warm up to strangers quickly. Melanie got him to come out of his shell much more this time which was great to see. She always follows directions and keeps the routine as normal as possible. Lots of walks and snuggles too! She keeps the house very clean and does the laundry that she makes and cleans up after herself. Our dog has made a special bond with her and it’s so nice to see him so happy with her while we are away. Looking forward to having her stay the next time!”


6. Evan R.

“Evan was a wonderful. He communicated often and sent us many photos of the dogs on nice long walks. Our house was tidy upon return. We will definately use Evan again!”


7. Kate Z.

“My experience with Kate was awesome. She’s very friendly and knows a lot. She follows instructions and Baker had a blast spending a few days with her. She’s also very flexible and met up wi the me and Baker before the booking to make sure we were all comfortable with the arrangements.”




8. Lorraine M.

“Lorraine was great! She took great care of our cat and dog for 2 weeks over Christmas, sent us lots of pictures, and I felt really safe in knowing she has contingency plans for emergencies when she books clients. Would definitely recommend her to others.”


9. Christina B.

“Christina took excellent care of our senior cat and apartment! Communication was great and overall our first pet-sitting experience left us feeling secure in the process and confident we left our Roja in good hands. Thank you Christina!”


10. Sydney G.

“I recently hired Sydney to take care of my cat while I was away, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service provided. Not only did she demonstrate a genuine love for animals, but she also took the time to understand my cat's specific needs and preferences. Sydney went above and beyond to ensure that my cat was well-fed, entertained, and most importantly, loved. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me peace of mind knowing that my furry friend was happy and content in their care. Furthermore, I was thoroughly impressed with the level of respect and care they showed towards my home. Everything was left neat and tidy, and I could hardly tell that anyone had been there at all. Overall, I highly recommend Sydney to anyone in need of a reliable and caring pet sitter. Sydneys professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine love for animals truly set them apart. I will definitely be using her services again in the future.”


11. Ciara D.

“This was my first time using Rover since my usual cat sitter was unavailable. I was very concerned about finding the right person to stay in our home with our two babies for a week. Ciara was super helpful and polite in the leadup and even provided me with references to call. She got rave reviews and sure enough, Ciara was awesome. We have a kind of complicated home with a lot of smart devices and she had no problems getting comfortable at all. She was very quick to respond and checked in every day. Ciara was even able to send me a few pics of my very skittish cats who tend to hide when strangers are there. By the end of her stay one of my cats was actually coming out to see her a little bit. She left our home perfectly in order for our arrival. Look no further - Ciara is the right person to trust with your fur babies and your home!”




12. Christine D.

“We had an excellent experience with our cat sitter! She took wonderful care of both our home and our little "pipsqueak" while we were away. We could tell she genuinely cares about animals—our cat was happy and well-cared for, and our house was in perfect shape when we returned. She was also incredibly responsive and made the whole booking process a breeze, even though the app we used was new to us. She patiently walked us through everything, making sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. Highly recommend!”


13. Heather P.

“I have been using Heather’s services for over two years and she has been dependable, thorough and trustworthy. We’re grateful for the care she provides for our family and would not hesitate to recommend her!”


14. Kylie S.

“Kylie was great and actively communicated with us while we were away. She took great care of our dog and was really awesome providing status updates and photos.”


15. Katherine D.

“Katherine was wonderful with our two cats! She provided us with a lot of update a which gave us such peace of mind while we were out of the country! :) she was also always so quick to reply to all of our questions and left our house very clean! I would definitely recommend booking with her !”


16. Joelle K.


“Couldn’t ask for a better house and dog sitter than Joelle. She sent us pictures and gps routes of the walks she took with Pablo and I swear our furry pet actually misses her now. Look no further”


17. Noah M.

“Noah was so amazing. We booked him last minute and he was very accommodating. He went above and beyond our expectations and stayed to spend time with our boy for way longer than we thought he would. We booked him for a day visit and were very pleased. He spoiled our pup and sent us many pictures and updates. Thanks for being there today Noah!”


18. Kate C.

“Kate did a great job watching our anxious dog, would definitely have her come again”


19. Amanda W.

“Amanda provides excellent care for our dog and home while we are traveling. She sends us lots of pictures of his many walks. Our home is just as we left it each time. We really appreciate knowing that everything is taken care of - gives us the peace of mind to travel!”


20. Mackenzie P.
“Mackenzie is so knowledgeable when it comes to pet care. She has watched my dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters and frogs. She is very responsive and professional and I would never trust anyone else!”
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Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
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It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ottawa on Rover as of Apr 2025 was about $50 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 Apr 2025, there are 640 house sitters in Ottawa. 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 Ottawa house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ottawa have an average of 14 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 Ottawa.
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. Ottawa 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.
