Pet Sitting Waterloo
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“Wenge & Changhe are fantastic pet sitters! Wenge‘s service is as wonderful as her beauty. The response time is incredibly quick, making the entire booking process effortless and stress-free. They were always available to answer my questions and provided updates without me even having to ask. It truly gave me peace of mind knowing my dog was in such capable hands!”
“Rosalie was so kind, organized and caring with my two kitties. She paid great attention to them, played with them and ensured I could have peace of mind while away. I highly recommend her. She it was extremely easy to communicate with her, and organize pick up of keys.”
“Linnea was great with my cat! I felt totally comfortable leaving him in her care. She was very quick at responding, followed all instructions I left, and provided detailed updates with lots of photos! I would definitely recommend her :)”
“Dave was a life saver! After the planned care for Goose fell through, Dave stepped up last minute to help out! He was willing to come into our home and make sure Goose was cared for without even having a chance to meet me or her. He also provided updates with pictures regularly! Thanks again Dave!! I'll be in touch again (in advance!) The next time I need to have someone look after Goose.”
About: If my name is hard to pronounce you can call me Dora! If the dogs or cats want to take my chair or bed, I the type of person who would sit or sleep somewhere else. As a former researcher, I would always try to understand animals behavior in a scientific way, and of course in a loving way. I love a clean and tidy space. I work from home and with no family around, so your pet would become my best friend. I work from home and do lots of walks everyday, so all the pet's need can be taken care of nicely. I take at least two walks everyday, stay the rest of time at home working, that's why I'm capable of pet care. And most importantly, I love pets. I can care the pets in the way he was cared at home. I have a cat and lots of energy to take the dog on a walk, and the flexibility to meet the dog's need.
“Jessica is amazing , she really took care of my babies while I was away. She send me everything detail that happened with them and a lot of pictures so I wouldn’t miss them too much. I really recommend Jessica to take care of your pets. ??”
“Torgeir is awesome. He has such a calm, caring and sweet energy that my cat loved. My cat even sat on his lap and he never does that with me!! I was fully at ease during my trip :)”
“Ruomai took such great care of our cats over the weekend! They were doing great when we got home and I really appreciated her giving them so much attention and sending us photos and updates! They are looking forward to seeing her again in a few weeks and we will certainly use ruomai’s services going forward! ❤️”
“Kira is dependable, visits when she says she will, and looks after our cat with lots of affection. We’ve had Kira look after our cat before and will do so again when we need someone.”
“Karen was amazing! We were able to spend time away, caring for my parents without guilt of leaving our little old lady. Karen showed care and concern for her well-being and even had to navigate some bathroom accidents that occurred. She was a total sweetheart and would hire her again in a heartbeat!”
“Sarah is 10/10 amazing! Not only did we feel immediately comfortable with her, so did our 3 cats. She took such great care of our kitties while we were away for a few days and made sure she checked in morning and night with pictures, updates etc. Meeting her has been such a huge relief, knowing we can travel and that we now have a reliable and caring pet sitter. We love Sarah!”
“Shannon is a great dog sitter! I have three barky dogs that can be nervous around new people. They warmed up quickly to Shannon during the meet and greet and didn't bark at all when she arrived for her first check in. I feel very comfortable having Shannon take care of my precious pups and will definitely hire her again.”
“I was away for 3 weeks and Eva was extremely helpful and responsible in taking care of my cat and plants. She was responsive and sent lots of pictures daily. Thanks Eva for providing the peace of mind I needed during my time away! :)”
“Melissa was clear and transparent about availability when making plans for her to drop in to care for our cat. She asked lots of questions and sent pictures with updates. She messaged us after we got home to make sure everything was ok. Our cat loved having her visit, thanks Melissa for caring for her like your own!”
“Sunny was super communicative and professional and I felt so much more comfortable going away since our cat has only been with us for 2.5 months. I would absolutely book Sunny again.”
“I have nothing but positive things to say about Piper. She was great with both of our cats while we were away and always gave an informative updates after their visits. Both of our cats are particular in their own way and Piper easily adapted to their needs. 10s across the board!”
“From the very beginning, Michelle has been wonderful to work with. Her friendliness, kindness and accommodation has been great. We are very thankful she was willing to take care of our senior cat while we travelled for a family event. Michelle was prompt in her attendance, attentive to monitoring our cat’s eating habits and provided us with helpful updates and, of course, the great photos of our little buddy. Thank you Michelle. We felt fully confident leaving our cat in your care and appreciate the details you provided and the time you took to visit and play with him. I highly recommend Michelle to other pet parents needing a conscientious sitter. Thank you so much Michelle. We will definitely be in touch the next time we are in need of a cat sitter. All the best!”
“Megan is an Outstanding Pet Sitter! I can't say enough good things about Megan! she took amazing care of my dog, Lucy, while I was away. From the very beginning, I could tell Lucy was in loving and capable hands. She got plenty of walks, playtime, and was absolutely spoiled with treats (in the best way!). Megan kept me updated with photos, videos and little notes, which really put my mind at ease. Lucy looked so happy and relaxed every time. It’s clear she truly loves animals and treat them like their own. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to book Megan again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and thoughtful pet sitter!”
About: ***Welcoming new friends for walks/drop ins!*** With over 30 years of caring for cats and dogs, we guarantee that we will care for and love your pet as if they were our own. I started walking a neighbour’s dog and caring for cats when I was in my midteens - after years of longing for a pet in a pet-free home, it was a way to get a “fix”! Over the years I have cared for other people’s companions and eventually my own. I didn’t get my first dog until I was 29! Since then I have had 5 dogs. The most recent is Lily, a potcake from Bahamas. She joins Poppy, our l mutt who loves to play and take up the whole couch. We are a family that adores our dogs and everyone else’s too! My kids have had dogs in their lives since they were born and they are excellent with dogs of all kinds. My teenage daughter now joins me in caring for animals as a part-time job. This is at no additional cost to clients! Got two dogs? You get two times the love for the same price! If we are dropping in to see your companion, we promise to give them whatever they need - cuddles, play time or to just sit in quiet company. If your dog needs a walk, it will involve lots of focussed attention, chatting, pats, and treats (if allowed). We know what your pet means to you because we know what ours mean to us. And we know the kind of care and attention we want our dogs to have when we have to leave them behind. We offer care and affection, with a personal touch, whether drop-ins or walks. A note about fees: Nightly fees are for up to 24 hours. Additional time that is not a full day may incur additional fees. Not all holidays or high demand times in Ontario or Canada are included by Rover (ie Family Day, March Break) so rates may be adjusted for holidays. I work part-time outside the home. My husband works from home 4 days a week. We fit dog-walking and playtime in around our work and family obligations and usually get at least one big nature walk in on the weekends. Our dogs are part of our daily lives, napping nearby while we work or hanging out with us while we read, watch tv, or play games. We have a large fenced yard and our dogs have the run of the house. We also have a crate and can offer it if your dog needs a space to rest or stay if we go out or overnight. Daily walks and play time, snuggles if they want to, care and affection are just routine around here. We are definitely dog people! I have taken a basic canine first aid course and keep basic first aid supplies in the case of an emergency before veterinary care can be accessed. This would only be used immediately in case of an injury and would not replace veterinary attention.
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Waterloo is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Waterloo
Karen was amazing! We were able to spend time away, caring for my parents without guilt of leaving our little old lady. Karen showed care and concern for her well-being and even had to navigate some bathroom accidents that occurred. She was a total sweetheart and would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Bren took great care of Mimi and gave him lots of company while I was away. They seemed to have a great time together, and I really appreciated that she even brought a laser toy and some of her own treats for him. She was also very attentive and kept me updated about things around the apartment, including a building notice. She also takes amazing photos, so I now have lots of great pictures of Mimi from the visits! I’d be very happy to have her take care of Mimi again in the future.
Shannon is the most expert, professional you could hope for. She is deeply caring and thoughtful and attends to our babies like members of her own family. Our 2 labs are a real handful and they LOVE her visits and we LOVE and APPRECIATE the peace of mind of knowing that they are in GREAT hands when we're away.
From the very beginning, Michelle has been wonderful to work with. Her friendliness, kindness and accommodation has been great. We are very thankful she was willing to take care of our senior cat while we travelled for a family event. Michelle was prompt in her attendance, attentive to monitoring our cat’s eating habits and provided us with helpful updates and, of course, the great photos of our little buddy. Thank you Michelle. We felt fully confident leaving our cat in your care and appreciate the details you provided and the time you took to visit and play with him. I highly recommend Michelle to other pet parents needing a conscientious sitter. Thank you so much Michelle. We will definitely be in touch the next time we are in need of a cat sitter. All the best!
Melodi was a wonderful cat sitter for Bruce during my three-day trip, my first time using a sitter. Within about five minutes, Bruce was purring and comfortable with her, as if they already knew each other. She cares for cats like her own (she has a cat, Winston, who looks a lot like Bruce), and it showed in how attentive she was every single day. She sent photos and videos throughout, which gave me real peace of mind. She exceeded my expectations, and I'd recommend her without hesitation. I'll definitely book her again.
Carina was absolutely amazing with Hennessy and Brandy! 🐾❤️ I felt completely comfortable knowing they were in her care, and it was so nice being able to relax and not worry about them. She was reliable, caring, and clearly treated them like they were her own. Both dogs were happy and well taken care of, which means everything to me. I would 100% trust Carina with them again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone wonderful to care for their pets!
Our cat and dog miss Linnea’s regular visits. Maya walks to the door around the time Linnea would show up. Linnea was patient with our cat to come around. In the end he wanted cuddles and belly rubs. Communication between us was excellent, we enjoyed the daily updates and images of our fur babies. Linnea is reliable and we will book with her again in the future.
Lydia was absolutely amazing! She provided detailed and compassionate updates every single visit, and clearly cared so much about my two cats. they had a sudden fire alarm scare as well as health concerns, but she handled everything super professionally. i highly recommend lydia!!
Harsimran was an amazing cat sitter! It was clear how much she genuinely loved and cared for my cats. She was attentive, caring, and very reliable, and her communication was excellent throughout. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone they can trust with their pets!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Pet Sitting in Waterloo on Rover is $28 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $17 and $41 per visit. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
There are 1,380 sitters on Rover for Pet Sitting in Waterloo. About 88% of Waterloo 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 to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.
Before booking, confirm:
- the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
- the care instructions the sitter should follow;
- which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
- how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.
Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.
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 Waterloo 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 .
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 , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.
Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet 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. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our .
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.
Payment is handled securely through Rover. For a one-time booking, at the time of checkout when you submit your booking request. This charge will include fees payable to Rover. Your booking is confirmed once the sitter accepts it.
If the request is not accepted, the pending charge is released in 1-7 days. How long it takes to disappear from your account depends on your payment provider.
For eligible recurring weekly services, you are charged for the first week when you book and then each Monday for the upcoming week. You’ll see the full price before you confirm. Always pay through Rover so your booking remains eligible for the Rover Guarantee and support.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. On Rover:
- 82% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 98% 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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