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Janice & Rene H.

Star Sitter

Ottawa, ON

5 out of 5.0 stars
23 reviews
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Janice & Rene H. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

5 x the love ❤️ and plenty of walks

Pet care experience

We are a family of five with tons of love to give! Our kids ages 11-17 have grown up with cats and dogs. We sadly had to say goodbye to our fur baby this summer and are missing our doggy cuddles. We are not ready to welcome a new puppy into our family but would love to be a home away from home for others. We are an active family who enjoys walks but also love the quiet cuddles. Your fur baby will get plenty of attention, play time, walks, and cuddles between the 5 of us. We also volunteer with Sit With Me Rescue as a temporary foster for dogs. We have gone through their interview and home visit process as well as a reference check. It has been so wonderful having the company of different foster dogs in our home while their foster parent is away for a weekend or for longer trips.

Reviews

Ruth V.
Dog Boarding • Jul 31, 2025
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We are so pleased with Janice and Rene. This was only a trial run, but we are looking forward to having complete peace of mind to leave when we leave our 13-yr-old Fergus with them for an extended stay in a couple of months. It's not always the case that we can feel totally worry free when we leave our fella with sitters, but we know that Janice and Rene were perfect for him, and that he totally enjoyed his stay with them.

Jennifer R.
Dog Boarding • Jul 28, 2025
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Janice and Rene are FANTASTIC dog sitters!!! They are caring with our Daisy, attentive to all of her needs and treat her like their own dog. We feel so at ease leaving Daisy with them and we HIGHLY recommend them to everyone we know!

Adrienne G.
Dog Boarding • Jul 01, 2025
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Janice and Rene took such wonderful care of Benny while I was away for a long weekend! He received so many cuddles, walks, and care, and I was kept informed of how he was doing throughout his vacation. It was great to pick him up, and see that he was relaxed... very different than any time I've used a big dog boarding facility, where Benny would be anxious by the time I picked him up. What a great experience for Benny AND for me! Thank you so much, Janice and Rene!

Megan C.
Dog Boarding • Jun 22, 2025
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Janice and Rene always take such great care of our Jack! He loves coming to see them and he always gets so much love and attention!

About Janice & Rene H.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We are flexible and will work with you on your dog’s preferences. We have a fenced backyard and there is a walking trail across the street from us. We will gladly keep you updated with photos during his/her stay. We understand how important it is for you to know that your dog has settled in and taken care of. We will welcome your fur baby into our home with joy! They will be treated with care, respect, and kindness. Your dog’s happiness is our top priority!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Janice & Rene H. would like to know about your pet

Let us know a little bit about your dog! Is he/she children friendly? How much exercise do they require? How are they with other dogs on walks? The more we know, the better prepared we will be for your dog’s staycay with us.

A typical day

We will keep your dog entertained! Either through physical exercise or mental stimulation. We have dog puzzles and love to work on tricks. There is a walking trail across the street and we can enjoy long walks together. Let us know what your dog is interested in and we will be happy to work with them.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
CA$49per night

Janice & Rene can host

Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

We are both working from home and can give lots of attention to your fur baby 24/7. Someone will always be home! Plenty of potty breaks and walks guaranteed. We are available any time during the week and can do extended stays.

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About Janice & Rene H.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We are flexible and will work with you on your dog’s preferences. We have a fenced backyard and there is a walking trail across the street from us. We will gladly keep you updated with photos during his/her stay. We understand how important it is for you to know that your dog has settled in and taken care of. We will welcome your fur baby into our home with joy! They will be treated with care, respect, and kindness. Your dog’s happiness is our top priority!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Janice & Rene H. would like to know about your pet

Let us know a little bit about your dog! Is he/she children friendly? How much exercise do they require? How are they with other dogs on walks? The more we know, the better prepared we will be for your dog’s staycay with us.

A typical day

We will keep your dog entertained! Either through physical exercise or mental stimulation. We have dog puzzles and love to work on tricks. There is a walking trail across the street and we can enjoy long walks together. Let us know what your dog is interested in and we will be happy to work with them.

Location

Ottawa, ON

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Janice & Rene H.

Star Sitter

Ottawa, ON

5 out of 5.0 stars
23 reviews