House Sitting in Parksville

“Erin did an excellent job taking care of my elderly dog & even older cat! Both of them took a liking to her straight away which is wonderful as our dog is quite picky with his people :) Would highly recommend, and look forward to her next visit.”

Cindy R.

About: While new to Rover, I bring decades of real-life experience caring for both animals and homes. As a pet owner myself, I understand how unique each animal’s personality can be—from playful and social to more independent, shy or sensitive. I create a calm, predictable environment where pets feel safe and respected and I take time to read their cues and build trust at their pace. I’m comfortable supporting puppies, adult and senior pets, as well as special-needs animals, including administering medication and offering gentle, attentive care. With a calm, grounded presence, I help pets feel at ease while keeping their routines consistent in their own familiar space. I understand the trust involved in leaving your pet and home in someone else’s care, and I bring a reliable, respectful and detail-oriented approach—so both you and your furry-friend can feel comfortable and at ease. As someone who is location-independent and runs a remote Wholistic Wellness business. I have the flexibility to travel and spend meaningful time with animals in their home. I create a calm, safe environment by following your pet’s routine, offering attentive care and helping them feel secure, settled and supported in your home.

“This was the very first time I have ever had anyone come to my home and stay with my dogs. Alyssa really made this first experience painless and stress free for me. She was lovely with my two dogs, and was happy to send photos of them for me throughout her stay. Not only that, but she brought the garbage cans in, left the house clean and tidy, and even stripped her bed for me. She was a delight and I will not hesitate to call her in the future!”

Shianne C.

“We are beyond grateful for the amazing care Phia provided our little girl Angel!! From our first contact with Phia on Rover to our two meet and greets. Phia was very professional and supportive. As this was our first time using Rover, Phia explained the process. During our first meet and greet she was already a friend to our dog. During our second meeting, we went over our home and all our dog instructions. As our Angel is very picky and had extra care needs during the feeding time. She assured our time away would be harder on us as she would provide extra love and playtime with Angel. While away we received several daily reports and daily photos. The transition from us leaving went extremely good and our dog adjusted well with Phia’s love. Upon our return our home was well taken care of and cleaned, including the towels and bedding. Knowing we were coming home at 3 am from a long flight, Phia had our beds ready to climb into and sleep. We cannot say enough good things about Phia. We will use her again and highly recommend her to anyone!! Thank you Phia!!! ♥️”

Sherilyn M.

About: I have previously lived with 4 large dogs! And loved every minute of it. During this time I helped raise two puppies and took all 4 for frequent walks. I am available on Saturday and Sunday full time. Otherwise for week days I am available from the morning until 4 pm as I work evenings. I am an expert at building relationships with other peoples dogs! I love to play with them, take for walks or even just cuddle with them on the sofa I am also willing to do whatever necessary to keep them safe

“Karuna is an absolute gem! My partner Laurie and I recently returned from a much needed holiday, and we were able to fully relax knowing our beloved dog Nena was in such capable and caring hands. Karuna stepped in on short notice and exceeded every expectation. From the moment we met her, Nena took an instant liking to her—and that connection only grew. We left Karuna with a detailed list of instructions, and she followed them to the letter. Not only that, she went above and beyond the call of duty, helping with extra tasks around the house and showing genuine care and attention to detail. Communication was outstanding: we received regular texts, photos, and videos, and any questions we had were answered almost immediately. Karuna’s updates gave us tremendous peace of mind. It was clear that Nena was not only well cared for but truly happy in her presence. We are beyond grateful to have found her and will absolutely be using her again—not just for Nena, but also for our kitties. Karuna is trustworthy, kind, and incredibly capable. We recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone looking for exceptional pet care. Thank you, Karuna!”

Larry S.

“Ally spent the weekend in-house with our dog Kola. She gave regular updates and I came back to a very happy dog! She also fed and gave some lovin’ to the kitties. Thank you, Ally, for taking such great care of our beloved pets! We’ll definitely book again 😊”

Tina S.

“Janean was very friendly, communicative and professional. This was my first time hiring a professional dog sitter/house sitter and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend.”

Jason T.

“Jill was great and accommodating with a last minute booking. Tes really enjoyed her spa treatment from Jill and lots of photos and video's during her stay were appreciated to see that she was enjoying her time!”

Alyssa S.

“Richelle was amazing! She took such great care of my fur babies - they were clearly happy, comfy, and well loved. Total peace of mind while I was away! She was kind, friendly, easy to communicate with, and took great care of my home! I'd book her again in a heartbeat and highly recommend her!”

Shureen S.

“Kylee did a great job watching our dog Mya. Under the circumstances she did everything she could to keep our dog comfortable. She kept us updated, and sent us pictures. We appreciated all her help and care.”

Erica K.

“Rana was absolutely amazing with our 15 year old Tucker. Watch our aging puppy while we had a night out. So nice to know he was in good hands. Thank you Rana!”

Darren E.

“Hannah was so great with my two little dogs. She did a wonderful job of taking care of them while we have a nice time out. I highly recommend her!”

Jill A.

“Rhaya did a fabulous job taking great care of our Boxer and our home while we were away. She treated our boy and our home as if they were her own. Immediately upon meeting Rhaya, we knew we would be leaving things in good hands. We received informative updates while we were gone (with photos), and came back to a happy, relaxed, and well cared for dog, and a clean and tidy home. We would rebook Rhaya again in a heartbeat – she’s a star! Thanks, Rhaya!”

Helen T.

“I cannot say enough good things about Karen! She is hands down 12 stars out of 5. Our boys received premium love and care throughout the entire stay. I am so thankful to have found Karen as she goes above and beyond! Thank you so much!!!”

Kristen S.

“If you need a wonderful reliable dog sitter, it’s Tara! We needed a dog sitter in short notice and we got very vey lucky. We had never met Tara before and after talking with her we knew she could be trusted with our house and our dog. The minute Tara got in the house she sat down and welcomed our dog into her lap. Our dog is a rescue and very timid. She does not like change. Tara easily won her over with her very calm aura and scratches in our dogs favourite places. Tara sent pics of Bella and we saw our dog was right at ease. It also made us feel better about leaving her. Tara is very reliable, followed routines and asked questions. The house was left spotless and she had even done her bedding laundry. We can’t say enough kind words about Tara. We highly recommend her and would definitely get her again. Tara is a gem!!”

Janet K.

About: Hi, my name is Laura. I recently moved to the island and am keen to meet some lovely dogs and cats that I can help look after. At my last home, my neighbour previously counted on me to help out with walks for their lovely dog (shown in photos) and I became very attached to him. Although I don't have any pets as yet, I really enjoy the company of animals. I am very reliable, patient and active (high-energy dogs are not a problem) and just keen to meet some furry friends that I can walk and play with. If you need a house sitter then look no further - it is no problem for me, I will take excellent care of your animals and of course leave your home clean and tidy. I'm currently working part-time so have lots of availability. I have good availability at weekends and during the week. I will do very my best to accommodate your needs. While I am looking after your pet, they are my priority. I treat all animals with respect and observe their behaviour carefully. I make sure their needs are met and that they stay safe at all times.

“Nicole took such great care of our pups while we had a trip to the mainland. She sent us the cutest updates, took them out for some great active time and snuggled them for us. It gave us such peace of mind knowing they were cared for and we could just enjoy ourselves. She left our home in spotless condition and was so sweet and communicative. 10/10 recommend!!”

Kate K.

“I needed someone to hang out with my pup just during the day while visiting from Vancouver for a course. Tyler very kindly hung out with her at my airbnb, sent plenty of updates and made sure she was calm and relaxed and followed my care instructions.”

Katie B.

About: My oldest son Gabriel and I have started this venture together! I will be the primary caregiver ( Gabriel is underage). We love our animals and look forward to loving yours too! Gabriel is a third degree black belt and is graduating high school this year hoping to pursue a career in a dog training while continuing to operate drones for a local engineer company. I am an pediatric registered nurse with ample animal experience raising livestock on our active hobby farm. Our small hobby farm includes sheep, chickens and ducks with a separate fenced yard for your pets. We understand animals and can provide a safe comfortable and pet centred home away from home. We are an active family who would love to give your beloved pet a happy safe place to stay while you are away! Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have! We currently homeschool and work from home. I commit to walk your dog 2x times a day and can provide photos to ease your mind while you are away. aàa There is a fenced yard with 2 other dogs, a 2 year old female husky, and a 7 year old male akbash. Both are very friendly and love playing with other dogs. We also will have many people around during the day and your dog should never be bored. Dogs will be walked 2 times a day, they will have their own comfy bed and freedom to access the back yard as desired. We have a fully fenced yard and an additional garden space for dogs to roam. Cats will be in and outside the house throughout the day.