House Sitting in St. Catharines
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“We are so happy to have found Nadia! With a very anxious little dog who doesn’t like to be left alone it can be hard to get out. Nadia came in with her calm and loving demeanour and Pukki relaxed right away. Nadia knew how to speak to him and connect with him so we could go out without worry. She’s a skilled dog whisperer and a great communicator with dog parents too. We got updates throughout the evening and came home to a happy dog. Your pup will be safe and happy in her hands, can’t recommend her enough!”

“Emily did an amazing job watching my 2 dogs while I was away for the weekend. She made sure they were both well taken care of and happy, and excercised. I can't begin to explain how nice it felt not to worry about my dogs while I was away, and to come home to 2 happy pups. I would highly recommend Emily to anyone looking for an excellent, kind and professional sitter.”

“Sadie took wonderful care of Annie & my house this weekend, as she always does. The pictures & updates were much appreciated! We look forward to many more visits from her in the future 🤗”

About: I've taken care of dogs for the past few years while pet parents are away. I am able to feed, walk and medicate dogs as needed, since I work in the veterinary world. I work full time at a local veterinary clinic 4 days a week, so that leaves 3 full days to cherish and love pets while pet parents are away on vacation. I have lived with cats all my life and have always loved visiting my friends and grandparents dogs whenever I was over there. I have also done some private dog and cat sitting with referrals from friends and family.
“Gillian was wonderful. She stayed with our dachshund while we went away for the weekend. Sent us tons of pictures and it seemed like he was even better behaved with her than he is with us. He was happy to see us when we got home but not anxious at all, which he can be sometimes when we go away. Gillian was a fantastic house sitter and even stripped the bed and washed it for us before she left. Will definitely book again!”

“We hired Kiara to sit our 2 dogs over a long weekend. As soon as I met her, I knew she was the perfect person for the job. Kiara immediately showered my dogs with sincere kindness and attention and they loved her back right from that very first moment. It was obvious she genuinely loves dogs. She listened carefully to my care instructions and asked appropriate questions about our pets as well as our home. While we were away, she kept us updated with short videos and photos and reached out to us whenever she needed clarification. She was prompt to reply to any of my inquiries as well. We felt very comfortable with Kiara looking after our dogs in our home. After our trip, we arrived to 2 happy dogs and our house being just as clean and tidy as we left it. In all, I would highly recommend Kiara to care for anyone’s dogs. She is trustworthy, kind and truly caring.”

“My dogs and I were very happy, Kristen interacted with them throughout, and kept me updated with photos and texts. I will definitely consider her again should I need someone to sit with them.”

“We have never left our 2 boys with anyone before so leaving them for a week vacation next week was going to cause a little anxiety for us. We already felt very comfortable with Lauren after the meet and greet a few weeks ago but having her stay with them for a few hours while we went out yesterday really sealed the deal! Lauren is knowledgeable and confident and really put our minds at ease. The boys took to her right away, chilled on the couch with her, and allowed her to walk them, which I thought might have been an issue with our one timid boy but no...all went extremely well. She sent us text and pics throughout the evening which was great. We have no reservation leaving them in her care for next week's vacation and all our future ones as well. Thank you Lauren!!”

“Melina connected with my cat, Daisy, immediately. Daisy is a rescue (10 yrs old) and hasn't been with me very long, so I'm still getting to know her. I needed to travel for business and wanted Daisy to feel safe, secure & comfortable. Melina stayed overnight, sent videos, texted updates and left everything in great condition, especially Daisy. She is professional, obliging, responsive, friendly, and works well with pets, for sure. I will be booking Melina again!!”
About: I've had personal experience with many animals, especially cats and dogs my whole entire life. I've had dog training classes and many years of experience with handling dogs. I connect well with animals, especially dogs and cats. I develop strong bonds and respect and nurture their individual personalities. They are true companions in every way. I run an online business so my schedule is open, I am very flexible. Hit me up anytime and we can figure something out no problem. I live in a townhouse where dogs and cats are welcome with plenty of space inside my home for running, playing or just lounging around.

About: I've had all sorts of pets since I was 7 years old, from fish to cats, to dogs and guinea pigs. Pet care is my number one priority and always will be. I believe that a happy pet is a reflection of the household, and that your pet deserves as much love as my own. My skills include: - Feeding/ Diet Preparation - Walking/Running - Light Grooming (brushing) - Nail Cutting - Bathing - Cleaning After Pets - Changing/Cleaning of Pens and Fish Tanks - Trapping Cats and Rodents - Medical Administration I've had puppy training with my family, I am aware of the skills and practices needed for training and development. Feel free to contact me at anytime with any questions you may have. I currently have a 7 year old cat, who I look after daily, my responsibility with her would look the same with your pet, I treat your pet as I would my own, with love and care as if it were my own child. My cat gets as much love as possible, she receives a well balanced meal to keep her healthy, as well as consistent water for hydration and play time to keep her mind and body active.
About: Hey there, fellow dog lover! 🐾 I’ve been a proud dog owner since I was just a kiddo of 8!. Over the years, I’ve shared my home with three adorable South African Boa Bull dogs, two loyal Rottweilers, and now my delightful golden doodle! I’ve gathered quite the treasure trove of experience in dog care – from whipping up tasty meals for them, going on exciting walks, and playing fun games, to stocking up on their favorite toys and cleaning up their little messes. I also know all the best spots for those irresistible belly rubs! I’m here to help keep your pup happy and healthy, providing invigorating walks and lots of love! With my years of experience as a dog parent, I’m ready to be a part of your furry friend’s life. If you could bring along your dog’s favorite toys, snacks, bowls, that would be fantastic! Let’s make sure your four-legged buddy has the best time ever! 🐶💖 I work from home so it is easy to schedule myself into rover as I have the time and space needed for the work and a dog I have a fenced yard and a quiet walkable neighborhood that we can go on lots of strolls on. I also have a dog to play with
“Holly is an amazing house and pet sitter! She took great care of my cat and sent lots of photos and videos each day. He seemed very happy to be with her and it was like I was never gone when I returned home. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter!”

“Heaven was wonderful with our Dog Jagger! We came home to a clean house, a happy dog and smiles on our faces. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for in-home pet sitting at their home! She sent multiple updates with photos which reassured us that Everything was going well. Thanks again Heaven ♥️”

“Marisa was very kind and gave regular photos/updates on Plato. She communicated very well and was very accommodating with our fluctuating plans. Would recommend her services!”

About: Hi! I’m Anna, I’ve always loved animals, I had three chihuahuas and a golden retriever growing up. I currently have a Pomeranian bichon mix named Dr. Pepper who is treated like royalty (he’s a pampered prince). My friends have relied on me to take care of their furry family members while they have been away and it warms my heart to see the unconditional love that pets bring us. I work from home and I live in the north end of St. Catharines. My home backs onto sunset beach (Lake Ontario) and there are endless pathways to explore! I am available for extended stays in my home and welcome to short term, drop ins and doggy walking - I’m flexible with scheduling and also willing to travel a reasonable distance! I have experience caring for both small and large dogs, I currently have a little Pomeranian mix floof puppy. I understand that your pets are family and I promise to love them dearly and make them feel safe in your absence :)
About: I've been a pet owner all my life I grew up with both dogs and cats. Right now my furry little friend is a cat named Boo. I love dogs and would love the opportunity to walk and play with your furry friend when your away. I'm available early mornings to late evenings. Open availability. Please contact me for your pet care needs. Would love to be your pets new friend. I would take your dog for walks and take care of their needs when in my care. We can also play catch or what ever game your doggy enjoys.
About: I basically grew up with pets. I’ve had a total of 10 dogs (all together) growing up. Pets are like family to me and caring for them comes as second nature to me as well. It is my joy seeing them happy, properly fed and well taken care of in general. I’m available to walk your pets, feed them, and even give them baths if necessary. I would also do home drop ins and stay to keep your pets company if need be. Your pets happiness is all that matters. Pets deserve so much love, care and adoration, and it would be my pleasure to do the best I can to provide that level of safety for your pets. I give you my word on that.
Over 264 pet parents in St. Catharines have booked house sitting
St. Catharines pet parents share their Rover experiences
Just had our first house sitting with Marie. She was so kind, gentle and attentive to both my dogs and quickly understood and respected their different personalities. Especially towards my recently adopted shelter dog. He needs a little more time to gain your trust and Marie is one her way to earning it ❤️🐶

Amber did an amazing job. We were in NYC for 5 days, and she stayed over to look after our two Morkies. She took exceptional care of them and also left the house spotless when we returned. We had complete peace of mind knowing they were in such good hands. Highly recommend.

Keana is hands down the best dog walker/sitter we have ever worked with! She is extremely patient and kind to Pickles and all animals. She made sure that he had everything he needed as well as going above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable with the experience. We love her and will be using her anytime we need someone to look after Pickles. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
We and our ‘girls’ love Megan! We’ve had a difficult time finding someone we could trust with the house as well as the girls. Some were better with the house, others with the girls. Megan was the perfect match! We arrived home, back from vacation, with the girls excited and healthy as well as the house being better off than we left it! Megan gave daily updates with pictures, answered any inquiry in a moment, followed feeding instructions and went well beyond everything that was requested. More importantly, things that weren’t expected! Megan lifted every stress off of our shoulders while away! Our girls (especially Tessa) was left looking for her the next day after we returned, and we’re sure they both miss her terribly! We won’t consider anyone else, and hope Megan stops by from time to time to visit until our next booking! Thank you, Megan!

We were so thrilled to be able to go away on vacation and ‘try’ not to worry about leaving Haven - our Standard Poodle rescue with separation anxiety - for a week with Amanda. Haven bonded with Amanda from their first meeting. We were sure Haven would not walk further than ten feet with Amanda, if at all! With patients and many treats! Amanda was able to get Haven walking around our neighbourhood, within a couple of days. Amanda kept us up to date with pictures and texts on how Haven was doing which made us able to enjoy our vacation with much less stress. Thank you Amanda!

Shealin did an amazing job staying with my senior dog and young cat for three nights. You can tell she really loves animals and sent updates showing that my pets were settling in comfortably with a “new” person. Shealin is mature and responsible and very responsive to messages. I chose Shealin as she came recommended by a friend and I would highly recommend her too.

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The median cost per night for house sitting in St. Catharines is $50
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Sitters in St. Catharines average 3 repeat house sitting clients
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 St. Catharines on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 1,962 house sitters in St. Catharines. 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, 85% of St. Catharines house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines.
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. St. Catharines 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.













