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Ava S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients
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Ava S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

CA$23 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Basic background check
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Lifelong Dog & Cat Lover

I have grown up with dogs and cats my entire life and am well versed in the care and effort they require. I have dog/house sat for multiple families with a variety of dogs (including large breeds, seniors and special needs) on multiple occasions. I have also recently trained my own puppy (lab, golden retriever cross) who is just over 4 years old now.

Qualifications

7 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I take a daily hour long walk, and am happy to supplement with dog park visits or longer/multiple walks if your pup needs more exercise. I love playing fetch and tug of war, and like to snuggle up at the end of a long day and watch some reality TV, fillet crochet or read a new book!

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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17 ratings
Shannon R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 21, 2026

Ava was wonderful! She was extremely attentive when meeting my 2 cats, shared great updates after each visit, and was quick to respond during the booking process. I’d absolutely book with her again in the future and wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone looking for a pet sitter!

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Gabrielle O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 15, 2023

Ava was excellent! She was quick and easy to communicate with and she took great care of our boys while we were exploring Sicamous and the Wineries! Would love to have her again when we return for another vacation! Highly recommend.

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Sarah E P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 14, 2022

We were so thankful to have Ava housesit our dog Buddy and cat Bear while we were away for a few days! She was very kind, her communication was excellent, and she obviously cares a lot about animals and making your pets feel loved. Will absolutely book her again and would recommend her to anyone else!

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Melanie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Aug 11, 2022

Ava stayed in my house and looked after my two dogs while I went for a couple of nights to Canmore. Everything was great! She was super communicative and sent me pictures to let me know the girls were doing just fine :) And the house was spotless when I arrived back home! I felt very comfortable having her in my home to watch the dogs and would 100% book again and recommend her! Thanks Ava!!

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Jess K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 31, 2022

I was nervous to leave for a night without my dogs. Ava had fantastic communication while we were away and kept me up to date. When I came home my puppies were happy and seemed to be at ease. Unfortunately she had to deal with my dog making a mess, and she dealt with it without any hesitation and was understanding. 10/10 Would recommend!

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Linda R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2022

Thanks for helping Barney. I know he appreciated the attention. We found him sound asleep when we got home.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently a university student at UofA studying Environmental-Civil Engineering. I am working on a co-op term until the end of August. I have flexibility to work from home if you would prefer me to stay home with your pet/s. After work all my attention will be on your furry family. I love to go out for walks in Hawrelak park or around new neighbourhoods and enjoy being active rain or shine!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Ava can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Tell me everything! I love hearing about your pet’s personality, favourite activities, nicknames, and all the little things that make them special. I’d also like to know about feeding schedules, daily exercise needs, and any medications or special care requirements. Talking through what a typical day looks like for them and any routines or habits they’re accustomed to is key. My goal is to keep your pet as comfortable, happy, and relaxed as possible while you’re away, so the more I know, the better!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.