Pet Sitting in Ottawa
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Top rated Ottawa pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. 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.”
“Jarmila was so great with Aila. The stress of leaving my puppy home alone for the first time had me so stressed but having Jarmila in twice a day to take her out and play was such a stress relief. Happy puppy!!”
“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 ?”
“Lydia s'est très bien occupée de mon chat Gustave et elle était très attentionnée envers ses besoins. Elle est aussi très efficace dans ses communications et elle répond rapidement. Je la recommande sans hésiter!”
“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!”
Over 1,464 pet parents in Ottawa have booked pet sitting
Ottawa pet parents share their Rover experiences
Myfanwy was absolutely wonderful with our dogs, Rocko and Lady! We were relocating from Georgia to Canada, so this was a big transition for our family, and she gave us complete peace of mind while we traveled. She was communicative, reliable, and clearly cared about our dogs as if they were her own. We loved receiving updates and could tell they were comfortable and well cared for. She even went above and beyond with thoughtful touches that made us feel so welcomed. I would not hesitate to book with Myfanwy again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and dependable pet sitter. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our pups!🦴🐾🤗
Lydia is Very knowledgeable and helpful. Answered all my questions and is amazing with my puppy. Reliable, punctual, and has great communication skills, so theres no ambiguity. She also took a bunch of adorable pix of my pup and did his nails. Goes above and beyond expectations. Highly recommend. Will definitely rebook!
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!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Ottawa is $25
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Sitters in Ottawa average 5 repeat pet sitting clients
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Ottawa on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 298 pet sitters in Ottawa. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 89% of Ottawa pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Ottawa have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Ottawa.
Rover makes it easy to find Ottawa pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 298 pet sitters in Ottawa on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Ottawa, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 92% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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.
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