House Sitting Toronto
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“Danielle took great care of my cat Seorsa. I got frequent updates on how things are going as well photos. I really felt Seorsa was in good hands and safe which allowed me to focus on my trip. I will definitely be reaching out again next time I need to go out of town. I highly recommend Danielle.”
“Elizabeth watched Sebastian for 2 nights while I needed to go out of town. It was great - she provided lots of updates, made sure my little man got all his exercise in, and overall took great care of him. Would highly recommend!”
“Weini gave me lots of updates and I heard good things from my dog park friends that pepper was vey well behaved with Weini! I trust them to take care of pepper and know she is in good care.”
“I can’t say enough about Elizabeth! She was so attentive to all of Wally’s needs. My 3 year old golden doodle definitely has his challenges. Elizabeth and I discussed all of his needs and she gave him the best care possible! She is so loving and because of that I was able to go away and know that he was in perfect hands. I got daily messages and photos which was really special. I can tell how much love Wally was getting!! Elizabeth also took such good care of the house. And when our flight was delayed she refused to go until we got home. We all call her auntie Elizabeth!! She is the next best thing than us to take care of Wally. I completely trust her and appreciate how much she loves animals. Thanks Elizabeth for all your kindness and care. ❤️ 🐶”
“Svetlana was very sweet and reliable. She put us at ease. We were confident and assured that our cat was in good hands with her and were able to enjoy a few days away from home without worry. She provided regular updates with lots of photos. Would definitely recommend her services.”
About: A lifelong love for animals, I have experience with young and senior pets. My priority is that your pet feels happy, comfortable and safe. I also have experience with animals with different temperaments from grumpy cats to energetic pups, I’ve seen it all and have the disposition to accommodate your animals needs. I would also like to mention that I have volunteer experience working with animals and personal experience injecting diabetic cats. I currently work full time but it’s remote. This allows me to have flexibility. Pet care is something I want to incorporate into my routine. I currently have a senior cat and a 1 year old dog. I have an understanding of what pets need on their day to day.
“Eric. has walked Buddy several times over the few months and this week he stayed at the house while we were away. everything was great. Eric is a pro and Buddy loves him. We will do this again.”
“Sinead was an absolute gem for our first time using Rover! We were away for 11 days, which felt like a long stretch to leave our cats, but she made the whole trip so much easier for us. She went above and beyond, taking care of little things we hadn't even thought to ask about. Our boys, Mochi and Ooyu, can be a handful .. they had a few mischievous moments (broken glass, general chaos included) - but Sinead was endlessly patient and kind with them. By the time we got home, they seemed so content and relaxed. She also sent frequent updates throughout our trip, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We're incredibly grateful to have found her and would recommend her to anyone ❤️”
“This was my first time using Rover to pet sit for my dog and 2 cats, one of whom is elderly. Jessica did a great job gaining the trust of my dog to go on walks (he is a home body). Jessica sent daily pictures so I could see all pets were happy. She even came to the house on departure day at 5:45 in the morning for the hand off. The house was left clean and tidy. Highly recommended. Pamela”
“Emma is lovely and was excellent to our baby! We are always the most anxious parents whenever we are away from our senior pup, Emma sent me photos and videos every day and she followed all our routine and care requirements. She is a very kind person and we are lucky to have found her. Hopefully she will be able to babysit again in the future. Thanks again Emma!”
“Yuliya took amazing care of our sweet fur babies 🐱 + 🐱 while we were away! She sent lots of updates and photos, which gave us so much peace of mind, and when we got home, our cats were happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared for. As an added bonus, our place was absolutely spotless when we returned, which we really appreciated. We would highly recommend Yuliya to anyone looking for a caring, reliable pet sitter for their fur babies while they're away! 🥰🥰”
“Victoria always takes such great care of our dogs, and helps out around the house when we are gone. Our chihuahua cuddles right up to her and our older two love to cuddle and spend time with her. We will always ask Victoria first for our dog sitting needs.”
“Marg was fantastic! She is very knowledgeable, kind and loving! She took great care of our dog and our house while we were away. It was reassuring to have someone experienced and dependable looking after our pup! She sent pictures every day and took him out sometimes up to four walks a day. We came home to a sparklingly clean house and she even cooked dinner for the whole family! It was so nice to come back to a home cooked meal after a busy day travelling. We can’t recommend Marg enough!”
“The minute Lily walked in, my cat loved her. Lily is great with animals and Smurf enjoyed her company while we were away. Lily was timely and kept us updated on Smurf, sent us pictures, and played with him too. I will most certainly recommend Lily to anyone with a cat or a dog. She is friendly and polite and has a very welcoming aura to her that animals sense.”
About: Animals have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. My experience began with my childhood cat, Uncle Shay, and later grew through caring for Maya, a Basset Hound and Rottweiler mix, and Fred, a Rottweiler. Over the years I've learned that every pet has a unique personality, routine, and way of communicating, and taking the time to understand those differences is one of the most important parts of providing great care. 've been caring for animals for as long as I can remember. My experience began with my childhood cat, Uncle Shay, and continued with two wonderful dogs, Maya, a Basset Hound and Rottweiler mix, and Fred, a Rottweiler. Growing up with them taught me that every pet has their own personality, routine, and way of communicating, and that the best care starts with taking the time to understand them as individuals. Outside of Rover, I'm a member of the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves, where responsibility, reliability, and attention to detail are part of everyday life. I'm also building a veterinary-related business, which has given me an even deeper appreciation for preventative care, client communication, and creating a safe, low-stress experience for every pet. One thing that sets me apart is my approach before a booking even begins. Every new client receives a structured meet-and-greet where I learn about your dog's routine, personality, medications, behavioural triggers, emergency contacts, favourite activities, feeding schedule, and any special instructions. Rather than providing one-size-fits-all care, I tailor every visit to your pet's individual needs so they feel comfortable, safe, and as close to their normal routine as possible. Whether I'm taking your dog for a walk or caring for them while you're away, my goal is simple: to treat them with the same care and attention I'd want for my own pets. I'm based near Yonge & Finch and primarily serve North York and neighbourhoods along Toronto's Line 1 subway, including: • Willowdale • North York Centre • Newtonbrook • Lansing • Yonge & Sheppard • York Mills • Lawrence Park • Yonge & Eglinton • Davisville • Midtown Toronto • St. Clair • Summerhill • Rosedale • Yorkville • The Annex • Downtown Toronto If you're outside these neighbourhoods, feel free to reach out. Depending on my schedule, I'm often able to accommodate other areas as well. My schedule is flexible with advance notice, allowing me to accommodate both daytime and evening bookings throughout most of the week. I work part time on my veterinary business, giving me flexibility to provide dependable pet care around my existing commitments. I'm generally available during the day and evenings, with the exception of Thursday evenings. Your pet's safety, comfort, and wellbeing always come first. Before every booking, I take time to understand your pet's daily routine, medical history, medications, exercise needs, favourite activities, behavioural tendencies, and any special instructions. I also review leash routines, home access, emergency contacts, and safety considerations so every visit goes as smoothly as possible. During walks and visits, I provide constant supervision, use positive reinforcement, carefully secure doors, gates, and leashes, and follow your instructions closely. I pay attention to details that can make a big difference, from monitoring weather conditions and avoiding hazards to recognizing changes in behaviour or energy levels. You'll receive regular updates, photos, and messages throughout each visit so you always know how your pet is doing. I believe consistency creates confidence, so I work hard to keep your pet's routine as familiar and stress-free as possible while you're away.
The median cost per night for house sitting in Toronto is $55
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Toronto
Sinead is very professional and friendly. She sent me updates and photos every day we were gone. She house sat for us and took care of our large dog and our cat. She managed to walk our 90 pound dog, that can pull at times and can be very nervous of outside and people, successfully and without issue. Our cat that hides from strangers even came out and befriended Sinead. I would definitely recommend. She is an animal person, and is very trust-worthy with good energy.
Nathaly was so amazing with our puppy Pepper. We had to cancel boarding at the last minute because of an injury, and it was truly a godsend finding and booking Nathaly. She was so sweet with Pepper, making sure she was well looked after, and was super thoughtful and careful with her injury. She sent lots of adorable updates, taught her some new tricks, and also took great care with our place while we were gone. I would 100% recommend having Nathaly house sit your pet, we will definitely be using her again when we go away
I highly recommend her! She took amazing care of my dog, Luna, while staying at my house. She was reliable, respectful of my home, and treated Luna with so much love and attention. It gave me complete peace of mind knowing Luna was comfortable in her own environment and being cared for by someone so kind and trustworthy. When I came home, Luna was happy, relaxed, and clearly well looked after. I truly appreciate the care and dedication she showed. I wouldn’t hesitate to have her look after Luna again, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable pet sitter.
Mac (Tia) was so amazing with Samson and Delilah. She took such good care of them. They are both 18 years old and I worry about leaving them even for a week but I felt very comfortable leaving them in Mac's care. Mac sent me pictures and messages on a regular basis and updates on how they were doing, without any prompting. Mac also left my apartment clean and tidy. I really appreciated Mac's kindness, patience, and care of my senior fur babies. I would definitely recommend Mac and would absolutely use her services again :)
5 out of 5 will hire again. Senior dog with complex medical needs was well cared for, the plants were watered and the house was clean when we came home. On top of that she handled some maintenance issues while we were away which we are extremely grateful for. We felt we could truly relax while on vacation.
Miryam was so wonderful with my cat. She sent me lots of pictures and videos and updated me on his eating and toilet habits. My cat is picky and he likes her a lot. She is very reliable and communicative, and I have already rebooked her since. Highly Recommend!
I felt at ease as soon as me and my doggos met Maria Paula. She looked after my two large dogs for 4 nights and kept me updated the whole time. She took them for lots of park walks and demonstrated her genuine care and appreciation for my dogs. When I got home I could tell that my dogs trusted her and felt comfortable in her care. Thank You Maria Paula for taking such good care of these big stinky beasts.
Yibo was amazing with our dogs! He was reliable, caring, and kept us updated while we were away. We felt very comfortable knowing they were in good hands. Our dogs were happy and well taken care of. We had a great experience with him and would definitely book his services again. Highly recommended!
Jose is an amazing pet sitter, having far exceeded our expectations. He recently joined Rover and not surprisingly, had few reviews. But we really liked his profile and asked to have him to meet our cockapoo at our house for a ‘get to know you’ session. He was very friendly, inquisitive and demonstrated a calmness and confidence upon first meeting our dog. Right off the bat, our dog warmed up to Jose. He also came by a few days prior to our departure to walk our dog with us in the neighborhood. Again, it was a very positive experience. During our time away, Jose provided us with numerous updates of our dog’s behaviour and activity, and often included excellent photos and short videos of his time with our dog. Jose went the extra mile by not only keeping our house tidy and clean, but he also took it upon himself to do excellent yard work in our backyard. We arrived home to a spotless home and his welcome reception. I’d highly recommend Jose as a pet sitter.
Incredibly grateful for the wonderful care Daisy provided to our three kitties during an emergency three-week trip out of the country. Came home to three happy healthy kitties and a clean and orderly apartment. Our cats were sooooo much happier with the extended time and care they received with Daisy than the drop-in brief catsitting visits we've paid for in the past. Daisy communicated with us regularly and transparently, sent plenty of photos, and any concerns she had we were able to address in a timely fashion. She put in the time to get to know the cats and they bonded well with her and were very happy in their care and we felt secure in the knowledge they were getting plenty of love and attention. Will not hesitate to rehire Daisy. Thank you again!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for House Sitting in Toronto on Rover is $60.8 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of House 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 House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of August 2026, there are 3,965 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Toronto. Enter your postal code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Toronto maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:
- Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
- Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
- Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.
Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!
Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:
- Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
- Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
- Garbage & recycling: Taking garbage bins to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
- Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.
The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Toronto walking routes, the location of your favourite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.
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 Toronto 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!
You can find what you need to review a sitter on their profile before booking with them. Each sitters’s profile on Rover shows verified reviews, identity check, and ratings to give a glimpse of how their previous visits went. You can also use the Meet & Greet to walk through your home, identifying which areas, like your bedroom, are off-limits or not. Requesting details of your home security through the app can also be a good way to have your sitter keep you updated about your home.
If you have security cameras or doorbells, Rover asks that you disclose them to sitters before you book.
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.
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.
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.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 81% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 86% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 97% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, 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 use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
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