Pet Sitting Victoria
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Over 1,072 pet parents in Victoria have booked pet sitting
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Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Alma was fantastic with Drax and Essie. She was dependable, communicated throughout each visit, and always sent photos and updates, which I really appreciated. It was clear the dogs were comfortable with her and well looked after. I felt confident knowing they were in good hands and will definitely be using her services again. Highly recommended!”
“Kate did an amazing job taking care of our cat Sid while we were on vacation. She was very responsive and detailed every visit. He was fortunate to have Kate checking in on him. I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again.”
About: Hello there, my name is Cass! I am a huge animal lover looking to help you take care of your animals! I currently separated from my kitty due to not having a pet friendly home so I would love to spend some time with your pets in your home! I can provide evening dog walking, and stay overnights. I have an early morning job but am usually available after 3pm and also available on my off days all day long! I have been caring for different animals for over 15 years including cats, dogs, hedgehogs, hamsters, and lizards. I am extremely reliable and easy going, with tons of references on my abilities on house and pet care. I can't wait to meet your furry family members! I currently work full time, but I have tons of time in the morning and evenings for dog-walking. I am also open to living in your home while you are away to take care of your pets. Or even drop in check-ins to ease your mind while you are away I am a very trustworthy, attentive care-giver. You will have nothing to worry about if I am taking care of your pets in your home. I have strong attention to detail and will always make sure everything is safe and protected while in my hands
“Ashley is wonderful! She took such great care of my kitty. I came home to a very happy girl! Ashley sent lovely detailed notes at every visit, and has great attention to detail in her pet care. I highly recommend Ashley!”
“Ida is amazing! She kept in frequent contact and sent many adorable photos throughout our dog’s walks. She is excellent with our reactive rescue dog and completely eased our minds and experience with having a new person care for our special needs boy. Will definitely be booking her again!”
“Our kittens love getting visits from Sarah, and we love all the updates we get and coming home to happy cats. If I have the option, I always try to book exclusively with Sarah if our schedules align because she’s just the best.”
About: With over five years of dedicated experience in animal care, including pet retail, I'm known as the "animal whisperer" for my calm and loving approach with all animals, even the most nervous pets. My lifelong passion for animals began with countless hours volunteering at shelters as a child and continued through my teen years at vet clinics. A highlight was a two-week volunteer experience with 127 sled dogs in the Yukon, an unforgettable adventure. This foundation, combined with three years of retail experience at a well-known pet company, has honed my skills in caring for both cats and dogs of all sizes. I pride myself on building strong bonds not only with pets, but with their owners too. Starting in August I will be available daily! For the time being I’m currently working Monday to Friday 8-4. Im available on weekdays in the evenings, and am flexible on the weekends! I’d love to help you out in any way possible. My "animal whisperer" reputation stems from fostering secure, loving environments. I gather crucial details for personalized care, maintain open communication for owner peace of mind, and ensure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cherished. In the client’s home, I prioritize their routine and comfort. I meticulously follow feeding/medication schedules, use secure leashes, and can provide regular updates with photos. My calm demeanor helps nervous pets. I respect your home, ensuring security and cleanliness.
About: 💜 I am a kind and affectionate individual who treasures spending time with furry friends 💛 I adore spending quality time with pups and kitties of all breeds and sizes 🩵 I have a great amount of experience, having spent the last 18 months pet-sitting across Western Canada: across the Okanagan Valley, in and around Calgary, and now in beautiful Victoria My daily and weekly schedule is based around the kitties and pups that I care for 🐾 Whether I am pet-sitting in your home, dropping into your home for a visit, or collecting a pooch for their dog walk, my commitment to you and your fur baby is my top priority 💚 For me, following the instructions each pet parent provides is paramount 📝 Each four-legged friend (and their home) is different, so I will always tailor everything accordingly 🧡 Whether that's a more relaxed schedule for a senior feline or doggo, or a more active schedule for an energetic pooch 🐶😺
“Karin was a wonderful sitter. We received daily photos and updates for Toby, and we were able to relax on our vacation knowing he was in great hands. Karin asked lots of questions during our initial meeting and Toby appeared very comfortable with her.”
About: I live for cats and love them all! Will treat your pets as if they were my own and shower them with love and affection. Grew up having cats, dogs, ducks and bunnies — big love for all the little critters. I work from home right now and have one cat (Stormy) who lives with me. I am available any day of the week that you need. I live in a small studio and do not currently care for client’s pets in my home. I will gladly come to yours so you pet can stay in their familiar environment and has all their comforts.
“Madeline took wonderful care of our toy poodle, Ziggy, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. This was Ziggy’s first time being left alone with a sitter, so we were a bit nervous—but she immediately put both us and Ziggy at ease. She took him out for a walk, spent quality time playing with him, and gave him lots of cuddles and attention. It was clear from his behavior that he genuinely enjoyed her company and felt comfortable with her. Madeline is incredibly sweet, responsible, and attentive. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter.”
“Kate and Grant are fabulous humans who looked after our kitties as if they were their own. They kept us up to date and let us know how our fur babies were doing. I highly recommend them, and they are now our go-to pet sitters. If you are looking for someone trustworthy who will take the best care of your pets, they are the ones!”
“Stephanie is truly experienced and incredibly diligent. She took excellent care of my cat and went above and beyond by sending frequent updates, which really helped ease my nerves while I was away. She was very attentive and happy to follow even the smallest instructions to make sure my cat was comfortable and entertained during my absence. My cat is usually timid with strangers, but she seemed to feel comfortable with Stephanie almost immediately, which says a lot. I would absolutely trust her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable pet care”
“Not only was Allan GREAT with my dogs, he was flexible on Christmas Day! Today was our second walk and I loved seeing the dogs get excited to see him. I came back to find them loving all over him. Highly recommend. Would certainly go to Allan first if I was back here and needing a walker again!”
About: Hello! I absolutely love cats & dogs and have cared for animals since childhood, starting with my own family pets. Over the years, I’ve gained experience helping friends, neighbours, and clients with dog walking, pet sitting, and overnight care, including caring for a senior blind dog over the course of a summer. I understand that every pet has different needs, personalities, and energy levels. Some pets love long walks and playtime, while others simply want calm companionship and routine. I always try to make animals feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. I currently have no pets in my home, so your pet would have a quiet environment and plenty of attention during overnight stays if needed. My schedule is flexible, and I’m typically home mornings and evenings and away for shorter periods during the afternoon. I offer 30, 45, and 60 minute walks and prefer smaller groups (2–3 dogs max) so each dog receives proper attention, safety, and care during walks. I also love keeping owners updated with photos and messages so you can feel relaxed knowing how your pet is doing throughout the day. I’m attentive, reliable, calm under pressure, and genuinely love building trust with both pets and their owners. My goal is always for your pet to feel happy, safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. If I am house sitting, you will return to a clean and happy home! I would love to build long-term relationships with regular clients in Victoria and the surrounding area. I am pretty flexible as my work schedule tends to vary. I live in the Oak Bay area but am happy to travel for your pet needs. I care for pets the same way their owners would with consistency, love, and attention to detail. For in home stays: pets receive affection, playtime, and comfort. Cats have daily litter cleaning and scheduled feedings at their usual times, while dogs get two walks per day, potty breaks, feeding, and plenty of pets and love. For dog walks: I make sure they’re happy and refreshed with potty breaks, light grooming if needed so they’re clean when they return, and treats or feedings as directed. My goal is always to keep pets comfortable, cared for, and loved just like they are with you.
“Marcia took great care of my dear Kevin. Her updates were great. Kevin and I are pleased with the service provided. Will definitely reach out to Marcia for cat-sitting services again. Thank you!”
“Adria is wonderful! Great communication and very thoughtful in ensuring she knew all she needed about my cats. I appreciated the photos and notes, and my cats were both happy when I got home. Thanks, Adria!”
“Miriam was amazing with our fur-baby cat! I immediately felt comfortable and confident in having her check-in on Nala while we were away. I received lots of updates and pictures and Nala got lots of love! I will definitely be contacting Miriam for any future care :)”
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Victoria is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Victoria
Richelle was a terrific cat-sitter for our cat Chester. He has a few issues and not the easiest food to prepare and Richelle did everything we asked and more. She was professional and friendly and made sure to give us detailed notes on her visits, how Chester was feeling/doing, etc. Would heartily recommend Richelle anytime and will certainly ask her to come back if she's available in the future! Thank you Richelle :)
Marcia is exceptional. Professional, through and detail oriented. She went above and beyond to ensure Tiger had fun play time, snack time, dinner and her dishes clean. Tiger was so happy and purring in all photos and videos. I could tell they bonded immediately. Tiger and I were so lucky to have Marcia as a cat sitter.
Lauren takes excellent care of our cat Basil, and always includes daily photos. We are anxious pet parents so we love seeing these photos every day while we’re away. Lauren leaves our place today and neat, and always takes out the litter garbage as an added bonus. Thanks Lauren!!
I highly recommend her! She was punctual and reliable throughout the entire experience. A couple of days before the visits, she reached out to confirm everything was still scheduled, which I really appreciated and found very reassuring. She kept me updated after each visit with messages about how my cats were doing, giving me real peace of mind while I was away. Before I booked her, she was more than happy to meet with me, and she was warm, friendly, enthusiastic, and clearly very responsible. I felt completely comfortable leaving my cats in her care and wouldn't hesitate to book her again.
Danielle was fantastic! She was warm, friendly, and so gentle with our cats, Cleo and Oliver. They’re usually shy with new people, so we were amazed they both came out to greet her! She was reliable, arrived on time, and sent us a daily photo update, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We came home to two happy, well-cared-for cats and wouldn’t hesitate to book Danielle again. Thank you so much, Danielle!
Really great experience. Angela and Gabriel were wonderful with our 1.5-year-old dog, Jarvis! He is incredibly affectionate and full of energy, and they did an amazing job handling his excitement while making him feel comfortable and cared for. They were patient, attentive, and clearly experienced with energetic dogs. We felt confident leaving Jarvis with them and would absolutely trust them to watch him again. We highly recommend Angela and Gabriel to anyone looking for kind, reliable dog sitters!
Taleah was absolutely incredible with my two cats (including one very high energy kitten) and rabbit. She was kind enough to step in last minute when my sitter fell through and took such good care of the animals and house. Up and beyond! She shared lovely hilarious updates which brought some great smiles from her visits. Would highly recommend!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Victoria on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of July 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 803 sitters on Rover for Pet Sitting in Victoria. About 85% of Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria 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. On Rover:
- 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 96% 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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