House Sitting Willowdale
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Over 368 pet parents in Willowdale have booked house sitting
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“Lily did such an amazing job taking care of my free range house bunny for the week that I was worried he would like her better than me I when I got home. She also did an excellent job house sitting and left the place sparkling clean 😁 I would highly recommend Lily and will definitely hire her again!! Thanks Lily 😁”
“Elizabeth is absolutely wonderful and caring. Not sure if my dogs actually wanted her to leave. Will definitely book again. She went above and beyond in the care of my babies. Thank you Elizabeth”
“I was very happy with the care my dogs received from Angela. She was gentle, professional and followed my instructions very well. She fed my dogs, cleaned after them and played with them. I was relaxed knowing they were in good hands! I am very appreciative of her and her caring personality! I will surely use her services again. Angela, a big thank you for the warmth and kindness you showed towards my babies!”
“So lovely!! Super quick to reply and sent lots of update photos while house sitting our doggie! Will definitely message again for future bookings! Thank you Janelle 😊”
“Maarit did a very good job during the weekend I was away taking good care of Dottie and especially Mocha who, from the photos I received, looked very comfy and at ease. Maarit enquired on the best way to do with the "girls" and I felt reassured living them with their new friend. I will definitely ask Maarit for another time”
“Such a lovely caring person. When searching through the Rover site it was difficult to pick who we wanted as we’ve never used this site and I must say we picked the right person. We have two cats and my oldest is 14 very timid and took to Solana right away. Thank you Solana for your loving care and all your wonderful updates while we were on vacation. We were blessed to have you and so were Karl & Oliver. Definitely recommend this lovely girl. Thank you Jim & Christine.”
“Laura (and her partner, Nick) took wonderful care of my anxious dog, Luna. Laura provided daily updates, administered Luna’s anxiety medication, and carefully followed the routines and protocols we have in place for her separation anxiety. It gave me great peace of mind knowing Luna was well cared for and genuinely loved. Luna enjoys spending time with Laura and Nick whenever I’m away. I highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a caring, reliable dog sitter, especially if you have an anxious pup!”
“Margot had a great time with Selena again! As always she’s very responsive, is constantly communicating and is ensuring the pets have an enjoyable time and are sticking to their normal routines. Margot looks forward to the next time Selena is over!”
“Steffany was absolutely wonderful! She took amazing care of Xiaoho and kept me updated throughout my trip, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was clear Xiaoho was happy, comfortable, and well cared for the entire time. She also went above and beyond. I couldn't have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely book with her again. Highly recommend! 💖”
About: We are a couple wfh, who provide calm, attentive, and reliable care, treating every pet as if they were our own. We’re very mindful of routines, potty schedules, and feeding times. I’ve had dogs since I was a child, so I understand that every dog has a unique personality and benefits from a personalized approach to care. My husband also grew up caring for pets, including a dog, hamsters, a turtle, and birds, which has helped us develop patience and attentiveness with different types of animals. Pet care fits naturally into our daily routine. Since we work from home, we're able to structure our day around walks, potty breaks, feeding times, playtime, and companionship, ensuring pets are never left alone for long periods. In our apartment, pets are free to move around and relax comfortably. There is also a balcony where they can enjoy some fresh air during the day. We live in a calm, family-friendly neighbourhood, with a nearby park that’s perfect for walks and outdoor time.
“Nicole was wonderful! Extremely responsive, keen to learn about Nature’s quirks and habits and very flexible. She kept our escape artist safe and totally happy, sending us regular updates (and pics ?). A big thank you!”
“Weini is a reliable cat sitter. She took very good care of both my cat and my plants. She sent lots of pictures and my cat enjoys her company. She also kept my place clean exactly like how it was when I left and took care of the garbage / bedding / litter disposal. Absolutely 10/10. Would recommend to my friends.”
About: I've taken my cousin's dog on walks many times and know the way around keeping them safe while also letting them have fun outdoors! While I don't own dogs ( I do own 2 cats) I have been around many friends and family members who own dog! I've been able to pick up tips and tricks on how to care for one since I'm a very quick learner. A quick rundown on your dog's energy levels and behaviour is crucial in my opinion to know what kind of dog I'm going to care for. I want to have the ability to provide the best care possible. I'm currently working and in school. I'm available 4-5 days a week and I'm able to do early walks or late afternoon walks depending on my schedule. I have a 2 week advanced knowing of when I'm available! Since I have two cats at home pet sitting at my home won't be possible since it won't be safe for either my pets or yours. However, pet sitting I can do if scheduled in advance (for example you have an event and need a pet sitter!). I'm an animal lover who knows the signals of when a pet is either hungry, energetic or needs a walk!
“We couldn’t be happier with Michael as our dog sitter! He was so attentive with our boy Apollo, truly treated him like his own. Michael listened carefully to all of our care instructions and made sure every little detail was followed, which gave us such peace of mind while we were away. It never once felt like Apollo wasn’t in safe, loving hands. We’re so grateful to have found someone so trustworthy and kind and we’ll absolutely be using Michael as a house sitter again in the future! 😊😊”
“Bill and his partner Lori were fantastic with Kenzo while we were away for our wedding weekend. We were a bit nervous at first since we normally leave Kenzo with family, but Bill quickly put us at ease with his professionalism and thoughtfulness. When we mentioned Kenzo has some anxiety and reactivity, and Bill offered suggestions on how to make the transition more comfortable and kept us updated for the duration of the stay. He even dropped by our wedding venue after our ceremony with Kenzo so we could get some photos together! So happy to have find a sitter we can trust to watch Kenzo on future trips :)”
About: I’ve loved dogs ever since I was a child! Growing up I would spend time with my uncles dog Diesel! I love walking dogs and teaching them new tricks and of course giving them lots of treats to reinforce good behaviour and habits and maybe even an extra treat just for being cute ! i’m excited to offer pet care services! I’m responsible, caring, and passionate about making sure pets feel safe, happy, and well cared for while under my care. I’m happy to help with feeding, walks, playtime, and giving your pets plenty of love and attention! I’m very flexible and looking forward to discussing and following your pets preferences and routines ! I live in a condo & have a dog park nearby. Depending on your needs and routines that you have established for your pets I can care for them as needed so they can still maintain a sense of comfort when they’re away from home!
“This was our first time using rover. We were looking for an option for our wedding to look after our pup. We were having a hard time finding a person that we felt confident in but the first time talking on the phone with mark he made us feel very at ease and confident to book with him. He came to the house and was right on time that we scheduled for and was very pleasant and friendly in our first meeting. He engaged with our dog Monroe very quickly and the two were well on their way. He made us feel very confident in our decision and we headed out for our weekend. He provided pictures and videos of them playing and cuddling all throughout the day, evening and next morning. He was great with communicating with us through the app the entire time. When we got home the house was exactly how we left it and our pup Monroe pleasantly tired. We are looking forward to our next booking in September. Would rate mark 5/5 stars and Monroe would rate 5/5 paws as well!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Willowdale is $55
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Willowdale
Maarit did a very good job during the weekend I was away taking good care of Dottie and especially Mocha who, from the photos I received, looked very comfy and at ease. Maarit enquired on the best way to do with the "girls" and I felt reassured living them with their new friend. I will definitely ask Maarit for another time
We had such a wonderful experience with Arya! She was incredibly kind, communicative, and attentive throughout her stay. She made sure our dogs got plenty of walks, love, and attention, and they absolutely adored her from the moment they met her. 🐶❤️ She even took the time to teach them some new tricks, which was such a sweet bonus! It was clear how comfortable and happy they were with her. We felt completely at ease knowing our pups were in such caring hands. We would happily recommend Arya and will definitely have her sit for our dogs again! 🐾✨
We have a challenging group of pets and this is the first time we have left them with anyone outside our family. Nicole was awesome and I would absolutely book her again. She not only cared for the pets, giving them medication, taking them for walks, playing with them, and sending pictures, but she also left our house so clean. Such a pleasure to work with. Thanks Nicole!
I cannot recommend Indhira enough! She was absolutely amazing with Caramel and made me feel completely at ease while I was away. It was Caramel’s first time with a pet sitter. Caramel normally refuses to eat when we’re not home, but Indhira was so patient and caring that she actually got her to eat, which says a lot about how comfortable Caramel felt with her. She played with her, gave her so much attention, and constantly kept me updated with pictures and videos. I never had to worry or wonder how Caramel was doing. Indhira is incredibly trustworthy, attentive, and genuinely cares about the pets she looks after. I will 100% be rebooking with Indhira. She’s the best and I wouldn’t hesitate to trust Caramel with her again. Highly, highly recommend! ❤️
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommend Aliah! Aliah took care of my dog Luna for 10 days, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything went. This was the first time I’d ever left Luna with someone I didn’t know, so I was a bit nervous — but Aliah made the whole experience easy. I asked her to come a day early so she could meet Luna and get settled in before I left, and it made all the difference. Luna took to her right away, which I think comes down to how calm and soft-spoken Aliah is — dogs pick up on that kind of energy. Luna stayed relaxed and content the entire time I was gone. It’s such a relief to find someone trustworthy to care for your pet. I’ll definitely be booking Aliah again and recommend her without hesitation!
Mary Elizabeth was fantastic! She went above and beyond caring for my large-breed dog, who struggles with anxiety. She took the time to make him feel comfortable and was so patient and considerate with his needs. She was also incredibly communicative, sending lots of photos and videos throughout my trip, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was obvious that she genuinely cared about my dog, and I came home to a happy, relaxed pup. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Mary Elizabeth again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and reliable sitter!
Steffany was absolutely wonderful! She took amazing care of Xiaoho and kept me updated throughout my trip, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was clear Xiaoho was happy, comfortable, and well cared for the entire time. She also went above and beyond. I couldn't have asked for a better sitter and would absolutely book with her again. Highly recommend! 💖
Nejla was responsive from the get go, as well as kind, thoughtful, and diligent. She cared for our cat and our home very well, leaving things in a great condition. We appreciated all she did, and all of her updates throughout her time with our pet to be able to know how she was doing!
Tania literally was our savior! We were desperate to find a house sitter last minute since we had many cancellations. Tania made the effort to meet us the day before we were leaving and was very accommodating. She followed instructions to the "T" and went above and beyond the basics that were necessary to take care of our home and Cooper. She provided multiple updates daily with photos and videos to make us feel very comfortable that everything was being cared for perfectly. I would highly recommend Tania to anyone looking for a house/pet sitter in the future, she will do everything in her power to make sure that your home and pets are taken care of the same way you would do yourself. Thank you so much Tania for your help and love you showed towards our home and Cooper. We will most definitely be using you again in the future! All the best.
Again, Sabrina didn’t disappoint! Amazing care and love shown to Bella. She even brought her a toy, which of course Bella enjoys very much. Sabrina goes above and beyond when it comes to fur babies trusted in her care and she also makes sure that their parents are kept up to date with everything that is going on. She is the only sitter we trust to care for Bella when we are away. Thank you Sabrina for your love and support!!!
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The average cost for House Sitting in Willowdale on Rover is $61.43 per night (as of September 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 September 2026, there are 3,953 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Willowdale. 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 Willowdale 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 Willowdale 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 Willowdale 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
- 88% 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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