House Sitting in Parksville

“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.

“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.

“Kylee took good care of my dog Cheecha and followed the instructions I left for her. She was easy to communicate with, sent daily pictures and told me when my dog was showing signs of an upset tummy. When I got back home, the house was in the same clean condition I left it in. I would definitely book with her again. Thank you Kylee!”

Madison M.

“5 stars all around for Janean. We had her house sit for over a week and came back to happy dogs and a clean house. Couldn't ask for a better Rover experience. Thanks so much!”

Travis S.

“Rhaya is just a fantastic dog/house sitter. We’ve booked her multiple times and love that we can be away completely worry-free knowing our pup and home are in great hands. 10/10 recommend.”

Andrée M.

“Tara fulfilled our list of requests with no problem or miscommunications! Our dog is reactive so it’s important to be able to leave him with someone we trust. He loved his time with Tara and we will definitely be booking again! She was extremely polite and easy to work with and left our house clean and tidy.”

Chenoa R.

“Karuna was absolutely amazing, she took care of Rhea all day while I was in Vancouver. Rhea absolutely loved her, even with her being a cautious K9 Karuna was able to create a very special bond with Rhea. Karuna is respectful and responsive, sending us updates throughout the day that had pictures and videos! She took Rhea for multiple walks as it was pretty hot outside that day. She understands dog needs and is very attentive to their limits. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for a dog sitter!”

Keenan T.

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

“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.

About: I've thoroughly enjoyed caring for a variety of pets over the years, while giving home owners a peace of mind while travelling. I've now looked after animals in Ontario, British Columbia, Montana, and Hawaii via Trusted Housesitters. I grew up with dogs and cats, and now that I am travelling lots I love getting to spend time with pets while house sitting. I have taken care of big animal families, like one that had a cat, two dogs, a turtle, and a tortoise. Each time house sitting, I prioritize dog walking, feeding times, maintain any routines, and make sure the animals feel safe and loved. I am naturally tidy and treat every home with care and respect. At the end of the day, I know there’s nothing better after time away than coming home to a clean home with happy pets! I know how important routines are for animals, especially while their family is away. As someone who works remotely on their own schedule, I adapt to the existing routines and schedules of the house I am sitting for. I will give lots of cuddles and attention (as wanted), and ensure your pet feels safe and loved while you are away. I water household and outdoor plants and for longer sits I will cut grass for small fee.

“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.

“Richelle was an amazing pet sitter for Peggy Sue, Billie Jean and James.. We had no worries while we were away. They loved playing with little Aria and Richelle sent us videos everyday to assure us that our doggies were having a good time and being cared for.. If you are looking for a caring person to look after your pets, I would recommend Richelle as a pet sitter..”

Adele C.

“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.

“Rebecca is a very kind hearted person. She is very respectful of our home. We know she's caring because the dogs love to see her when she comes for a sit. Rebecca is an informative and prompt communicator. I would highly recommend Rebecca.”

Karen N.

“Tony is a very kind hearted person with a calm approach. He was very flexible with the needs of my dog who have separation anxiety. He was reassuring with his words. I am happy to hire him again and would recommend him. A very nice man.”

Sandhya M.

“If there is someone whom you can trust to watch your new puppy, 7-year-old chi and stay in your home it would be 100% Ashley, me and my partner both agreed shortly after meeting with her that she is responsible, caring and would be an excellent fit to watch our pups. And most importantly someone you can trust with all that. We will happily be booking with her again. Thanks again Ashley!”

KC C.

“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.

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.

“I was very happy with Brook and Brenden. They looked after our 130lb Mastiff for 3 weeks and I would highly recommend them to any other's looking for great house and dog sitters. They were super about meeting us a head of time to get familiar with our dog and his habits, even spending some time with us in the forest and a dog park before we left. They also moved into the house 1 night early to become familiar with the space. While we were away there were no issues, and ongoing communication including pictures and videos was really good. So in short they are 5-star sitters and have my double thumbs up! Thank you so much Brook and Brenden, I hope to see you bak next time!”

Gordon B.

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.