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Darlene R.

Mississauga, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Darlene can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Darlene can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

As I am retired I can spend lot of time with your fur baby. Our day usually starts with a hour or so walk. Midday a 45 minute walk. Late afternoon another walk for about 20-30 minutes. The last one of the day is 10-15 minutes. Then off to bed where your fur baby can sleep on the bed, the floor, a dog bed. Except for the 1st walk of the day we are usually joined by friends with their dog.

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About Darlene R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live off a conservation area so lots of walks are in the woods and exploring neighborhoods. Can easily change our routine to accommodate your fur baby needs. Lots of play time.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Darlene R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special requirements or needs in advance to ensure that I can accommodate them and you fur baby is as comfortable as possible in my home.

A typical day

A typical day includes 4 walks spread across the day and lots of play time. Will try accommodate the schedule you request as much as possible.

Location

Mississauga, ON

Darlene R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Can't wait to welcome your dog

Pet care experience

After retiring I adopted Sunshine a mini goldendoodle, my new best friend. Shortly after that I started to take care of my friends and family fur babies when needed. Realized I really enjoyed it and now want to open my home to more dog owners when they need someone to help them out. Can easily change our routine to accommodate your dogs specific need. Am able to give your dog their medication. Looking forward to welcoming your dog into my home.

Cat care experience

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Can't wait to meet your fur babies

Darlene also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Niki H.
Boarding • May 30, 2026
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We recently had the pleasure of having Darlene care for our dog, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. As first-time clients, we were a bit nervous leaving our dog with someone new, but Darlene made the whole process really easy and stress-free. She was friendly, reliable, and kept us in the loop the whole time, which we really appreciated. We’re so grateful to have found someone so dependable and compassionate. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Darlene to anyone looking for a great dog sitter!

Linda L.
Apr 14, 2026

Selecting Darlene Ryan as your pet caregiver is an excellent alternative as she will treat your pet as her own with love and affection, multiple walks during the day so excellent exercise and even allows your pet on her bed if they are use to sleeping there. One can not ask for more! Enjoy your time away without worrying about your pet. I leave my dog Guinness with Darlene all the time as I know he is well looked after and has a fantastic time.

Nadine H.
Apr 13, 2026

Over the last ten years Darlene Ryan has looked after our family dogs - Poppy and Ollie. For a week or two every summer and usually one week around Christmas and the odd weekend. Darlene is amazing and our dogs are always happy to go to her place. She has a ravine around the corner and she gets the dogs out on lots of adventures and long walks. My dog thrives on a set walking schedule which Darlene has put in place. She treats our dogs that exact same way she treats her own dog Sunshine. Darlene is a dedicated pet owner and we feel like our dog could not be in better hands. I highly recommend Darleneas a pet sitter or anything to do with looking after cats or dogs. Thanks, Nadine

Nancy C.
Apr 12, 2026

I have always found Darlene reliable and capable of looking after my dog when I have left him with her. She has a natural affinity with dogs and they recognize that good quality. She is dedicated to their well being. My dog responds well to her enthusiasm and happiness in seeing him. When we go for a walk with Darlene and her dog along with other friends and their dogs all the dogs and people too get along well. Darlene has my support in recommending her to look after other dogs.

About Darlene R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live off a conservation area so lots of walks are in the woods and exploring neighborhoods. Can easily change our routine to accommodate your fur baby needs. Lots of play time.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Darlene R. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know of any special requirements or needs in advance to ensure that I can accommodate them and you fur baby is as comfortable as possible in my home.

A typical day

A typical day includes 4 walks spread across the day and lots of play time. Will try accommodate the schedule you request as much as possible.

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.
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Darlene R.

Mississauga, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews