Pet Sitting Red Deer
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About: I have taken care of rescue dogs, both young mom and pups, along with pregnant dogs, to senior dogs. I grew up with different types of dogs and my grandfather raced greyhounds. I currently am at home. I do have my granddaughter after school, who loves animals. She has a cat. Going for walks would also help me get some exercise. I have an unfenced yard, so your dog would always be on a leash. I have a small senior dog that usually would accompany me on walks.
“Rachel was fantastic! I needed care for my high maintenance senior dog while I was away for several days. Rachel took great care of her and even went above and beyond. Great communication and spent the full half hour keeping her company even when she was finished feeding etc. Rachel, thank you so much!”
“Ginette had another great check in with our dogs! It’s so nice to have a reliable sitter that we can trust with our dogs in Red Deer, they had a great visit and we’re tuckered out after. Our anxious pup has really warmed up to her too!”
About: I have experience with many dogs over the years from friends and family. I am retired so home most of the time to give your dog all the care they deserve. I love walking and hanging around the house and the backyard. Your dog would fit right in and I can adapt to whatever routine they have. I have a fenced yard and big house for your dog to enjoy. I live in a great area for walking dogs and will give them tons of care.
About: As a dedicated and trustworthy pet sitter, I provide loving, attentive care tailored to each pet’s unique personality and needs. With hands-on experience caring for dogs of all sizes, ages and temperaments as well as cats. I understand the importance of patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement in keeping pets happy and stress-free while their owners are away. I prioritize safety, comfort, and routine to ensure pets feel secure in their own environment. Whether it’s energetic playtime, gentle senior care, or maintaining structured schedules, I treat every pet with all the love and respect they deserve. I’m an RDP student but will only have classes for at maximum three hours a day. This gives me plenty of time to tend to any pet in my care especially if they can’t be alone for long due to age, medication schedules or even separation anxiety. I specialize in providing reliable, in-home pet care that keeps pets comfortable in their own familiar environment. By caring for animals in their owner’s home, I help reduce stress, maintain routines, and ensure pets feel safe and secure while their families are away. As well as taking care of their home, keeping things clean and organized so that when a client comes home it is stress free.
“Our long term cat sitter retired on short notice after looking after our fur babies for 15 years. We decided to try Caylee out and we were not disappointed! She took us on with short notice, followed instructions for giving medication for our older cat and was very communicative while we were away. She was respectful of our home and we had a good laugh about one of our kitties who is scared of everyone and everything. Highly recommended if you require someone trustworthy and reliable to take good care of your pets!”
About: Hello! My name is Luisa, and my pets are my whole world. I promise to take care of your babies as if they were my own. I am especially passionate about working with animals who may be fearful or have special needs. I have previously completed a two-year apprenticeship under a force-free dog trainer in Calgary, and although I am not currently working as a trainer due to completing my master's, what I learned informs all my interactions with animals. Through fostering and our own pets, I have experience administering medications to a wide range of animals (dogs, cats, bearded dragons, geckos, hedgehogs). Please let me know if you have any questions, I'd love to answer them. I am in Red Deer Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. I can be somewhat flexible around this; if you need overnight care slightly outside these parameters, please feel free to reach out! My pets would describe me as a helicopter mom, I would describe me as attentive! When I travel, our pet-sitter gets a multi-page document on everyone's needs, so I am not intimidated to receive the same; this just means I can adjust my routine to your pet(s)'...it is their home after all!
“My, typically skittish, male cat felt comfortable enough to come out of hiding; Brandi definitely has pet friendly vibes! I’ll be contacting Brandi for my next trip away!”
“Brittany has been checking on our cat for about a year now and we are so thankful for her help! Our cat doesn’t come out of hiding for a lot of people, but she always comes out for her. I highly recommend Brittany!”
“Brittany was awesome! My kitty does NOT like strangers, but Brittany was so patient with her, I think she actually made a friend. She was a great communicator and the whole process was seamless. 100% will hire Brittany again.”
“We had Beth come visit our 3 cats while we went away for 5 weeks. She had the perfect amount of communication with us when there were signs our kitties were struggling. She was a total pro in every way and her PHOTOS brought us life because we missed our kitties terribly during the trip. She not only ensured that they were well cared for, litter boxes clean etc. but she gave them some quality time and snuggles and it's clear she truly enjoys spending time with pets. I would recommend Beth to anyone looking to set up home visits for an upcoming trip. Thank you Beth!”
“Kirsten replied promptly at my questions via texting and send me a photo of Shalom. She was very accommodating and flexible since Shalom is 17 years old and needed extra special care, like taking her down the stairs and up the stairs for poeping and peeing outside. She also tried to get her to eat, since she struggles to eat these days. Thanks Kirsten for keeping my dog alive and well.:)”
“Chanda did a great job checking in on our cats and being reliable/communicative. I feel really comfortable letting her continue to coax our shy kitty out to get some love while we are away next time!”
“We absolutely love Julie doing drop ins with our boys whenever we go away. She spoils them rotten and her write ups and photos are always both greatly appreciated and usually make us feel so at ease about how our boys are doing.”
About: I offer personalized, loving care for puppies and senior pets, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and comfortable while you're away. I’ll be a friendly companion, keeping your pet’s routine and comfort top of mind. I can offer personalized care and attention whenever needed, ensuring your pet gets the love, exercise, and companionship they deserve at any time of day. Although I am currently a student, I prioritize making time for my passions and hobbies. This being one of them! In both my home and your pet’s home, I prioritize creating a safe and comfortable environment where your pet feels at ease. I maintain a pet-proof space to ensure their safety, and I follow their routines closely to provide consistency. Building trust is key, and I make sure to provide plenty of attention, care, and affection to help them feel secure and loved while you're away.
“We just started using Rover app and Ashka as our dog sitter and so far it has been great. We like the many features of the app and appreciate very much Ashka’s services. Ashka has been great with our pup and we have been able to ask and answer all the questions we have had. The pictures, videos and info Ashka sent us showed they both had fun, and provided big peace of mind to us. Looking forward to having Ashka visit and play with our four-legged baby.”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Red Deer is $21
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Red Deer
Stephanie is wonderful! Her check ins provide a huge sense of relief to me knowing she’s playing with him and giving him attention while I’m away. It’s clear that she genuinely enjoys looking after animals and it’s even better knowing that Larry (my puppy) absolutely loves her too! I feel completely comfortable having Stephanie care for him and would highly recommend her. I will be rebooking for as long as she is available!
Rachel was fantastic! I needed care for my high maintenance senior dog while I was away for several days. Rachel took great care of her and even went above and beyond. Great communication and spent the full half hour keeping her company even when she was finished feeding etc. Rachel, thank you so much!
I had such a positive experience with Brandi, she was so great with my pup who can be a bit stubborn with new people. She loved them up and always kept me up to date with what was going on with my animals & sent such cute photos of them ! I will definitely be using her services again in the future ! Thanks Brandi!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Red Deer on Rover is $22.2 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 97 sitters on Rover for Pet Sitting in Red Deer. About 82% of Red Deer sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or travelling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer poop breaks during a Red Deer stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover based on what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
You can coordinate how much supervision you want directly with your sitter. While every sitter’s schedule varies, here are some examples of supervision by pet care service:
- Boarding or doggy day care: Many sitters can provide frequent companionship because they design their day specifically around the pets in their care or work from home.
- House sitting: Your sitter generally stays in your home for the requested duration, which may include overnight care. They may step out briefly to visit other pet clients, but your home remains their primary base.
- Drop-in visits or dog walking: These can be scheduled in 30- or 60-minute windows (and can be shorter or longer at your request) to help your pet receive dedicated attention and care during those specific times.
Interested in constant or 24/7 care? This service often incurs an additional fee but many sitters are happy to discuss this option with you.
Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Red Deer choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they do not have any disqualifying offences.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.
For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.
Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a veterinary professional or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means Rover Support will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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