House Sitting in Ottawa
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1. Venissa B.
“Venissa was fantastic! It was our first time using Rover for our little doggo Rufus and she made the process simple and comfortable, completely put our minds at ease about leaving Rufus with a sitter for the first time. Venissa was professional, punctual, and most importantly a calm presence for Rufus - they bonded right away! We will definitely book with Venissa again!”
2. Sara K.
“Sara was terrific. It was kind of short notice for booking her but she was very accommodating and the timing worked out. She kept us informed regarding how things were going g, sent photos and was altogether great. We have already booked her again.”
3. Melanie P.
“Melanie was very attentive to all my fur babies. While my written directions seemed complete (to me), fortunately Melanie did not hesitate to reach out to me to ensure that all was as it should be. She kept us updated throughout the sit, gave my pups lots of attention and exercise. She also kept my house tidy and cleaned up after herself, which is much appreciated. Highly recommend and will not hesitate to book her again when the need presents itself.”
4. Brooklynn M.
“Brooklynn is amazing! They were available last minute to stay at my apartment for an entire weekend and took great care of my 2 German shepherds & cat. I was reassured that my pets were doing well by receiving photos throughout the visit and any messages were returned promptly. Brooklynn left my home cleaner than when they came in! Would absolutely recommend!”
5. Sydney G.
“Gracie loved being with Sydney! We really appreciated the photos and updates so that we could see how happy Gracie was, and that Sydney was so thoughtful about making sure Gracie followed her usual routine, including lots of walks and time just hanging out together. This was overall a great experience and we would highly recommend Sydney for pet sitting.”
6. Alexis T.
“Alexis was an amazing sitter! She was very willing to come and meet my pets beforehand, since I have one who is rather particular and she went above and beyond at every step. My pets seemed sad to see her go. I would highly recommend Alexis to anyone needing a top notch caregiver for their pets when they are away!”
7. Megan K.
“Megan was great! As a new dog owner it was a relief finding such a great dog care provider like Megan. She was able to give me tips and watch him when I was away on vacation and accommodated my needs with Rykers schedule. She communicated great and let me in the loop as well! Highly recommend :)”
8. Joelle K.
“Joelle was amazing taking care of Piper for me! She stayed with her, kept her company and spent a lot of time outdoors! Piper loved it! Thank you Joelle, we would love to have you back next time Piper needs a sitter :)”
9. Kayla M.
“I’ve been lucky enough to have Kayla house sit and watch my cats three times now. I have come home to a clean apartment and happy cats each time! I’m hoping to be able to book her again next time :)”
10. Zain C.
“Can’t recommend Zain enough! Zain took care of our old dog and young cat in our home while we were away for 4 days. Our dog is a rescue who was abandoned, and she has anxiety issues in addition to being on several medications and special food. Zain took the time to go over all her meds and food and ensured she got what she needed promptly. She is usually pretty wound up and anxious when we return from a trip, but was calm and happy when we arrived after Zain’s care. Our cat is pretty chill and low maintenance but also seemed content and well cared for. Zain communicated regular updates and sent pictures of our girls. He also left our home immaculately clean, possibly actually cleaner than when we left. Our departure was delayed and we ended up arriving home more than an hour after the agreed upon time. Zain stayed to watch our girls and take our dog for one last walk so that we didn’t come home to a stressed out dog and a mess. We wouldn’t hesitate to rebook Zain and recommend him highly!”
11. Jamie G.
“Jamie is the most responsible sitter we’ve ever had! She is very well organized and communicates very well to ensure you have no worries about your furbaby while you’re away. We will be booking Jamie again in the near future.”
12. Chloee K.
“Chloee is a very responsible sitter! Came to babysit Maya last minute to accommodate us, ponctual and attentive. We felt at ease to leave her with our fur baby in our home! We are very lucky to have found her, I recommend her to everyone. Thanks again Chloee🙂”
13. Hamsha P.
“Hamsha was amazing from our first communication to the end of the stay. Hamsha was very communicative and responsive before and during the booking. When I returned home, my dogs seemed happy and tired from all the exercise they got!”
14. Lydia V.
“We LOVE Lydia! She is on time, helpful, kind and clearly loves animals! We are so happy to know have her in our lives and in our puppies lives! Thank you Lydia!”
15. Norman H.
“Norman is an amazing dog sitter! I have a smaller dog with anxiety, who normally is nervous around other people, but she loves Norman! He knows exactly how to care for her, and I feel so comfortable leaving her with Norman. Highly highly recommend him for dog sitting.”
16. Becca E.
“Really good experience. Would recommend Becca to anyone.”
17. Jayce L.
“Jayce was absolutely fantastic caring for our cat, Otto, in our home. At the meet and greet Jayce asked good questions to help make sure Otto's schedule was followed and his needs were met. Although Otto is extremely shy with new people, Jayce was able to encourage him out of his shell. Jayce's communication was great, and we got to see videos of Otto playing. We came home to a happy cat and spotless house, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jayce will definitely book again!”
18. Amanda W.
“I needed a sitter last minute and Amanda was so accommodating with squeezing in a meet and greet to go over some behavioural concerns. Cooper had a fantastic time and I got lots of updates throughout the stay. I would highly recommend Amanda to watch your furry baby!”
19. Maryn C.
“Maryn is absolutely great! Our dog was so relaxed and content when we got home, she obviously connected with him and the care she provided was reflected in his demeanour when we saw him. Thanks so much Maryn!”
20. Alexandra F.
“Alexandra took great care of our dog over the weekend when she was recovering from ACL surgery. She gave her all her meds on time and even did the extra steps of giving her doggy massage on her leg and elevating it. She was very respectful of our house and looked after it as well. We would definitely book her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter.”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
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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Reservation protection
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 Jul 2024 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 Jul 2024, there are 720 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, 90% of Ottawa house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ottawa 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 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.