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“Morgan was wonderful. She was very communicative and kept me updated during the sitting. Poppy I’d dealing with happy tail and Morgan made sure to keep everything wrapped and secure!”


About: Hello, I have many years of experience caring for animals including, but not limited to, dogs (5 lbs to 200 lbs), cats, fish, reptiles, rodents, and birds. I have lots of experience taking care of special needs and a few of mine are special needs as well. Your animal need extra care? I’m your girl! I have a pretty open and flexible schedule usually I work for a couple of hours around dinner time but other than that anything else can be changed! Saturdays I usually work during the night and Sundays I work in the mornings but not for very long. I can easily take out your pets out and about for whatever their needs are at pretty much any time of the day! I only do care in your home when watching pets but usually I will take it on 2-3 walks a day, if weather permits, maintain a strict feeding schedule assuring the animal maintains its routine and I will stay a majority of the day in your home so that animal doesn’t feel alone.

“Dylan is amazing!! Very communicative, was comfortable watching our 3 month old puppy :) had no issues at all. We had no worries leaving Mac with her. Have already rebooked for a few other occasions. Highly recommend!”


“What a relief to find such a trustworthy, kind, communicative, and compassionate pet sitter! My dog Edie can be a handful with some anxiety issues, but both she and my kitty Pika did great while I was away. On top of that, my house was tidier when I came home than when I left it. I'll definitely be reaching out to Nicole (and Renee!) again in the future - they seriously saved the day and let me have a great time away without worry. Thank you!”


“Holly cared for our 10 month old bernedoodle and two cats. She did a wonderful job and we had complete peace of mind the entire time we were out of town! She went above and beyond to ensure everyone was well taken care of. We returned home after being away for 5 days and everything was in perfect condition. She was good at communicating with us and asking questions, which helped with our peace of mind. We could tell she genuinely cared about our pets and ensuring they were comfortable in our absence. We’d no doubt look to Holly to care for our pets the next time we need!”


“Angela is an outstanding pet sitter who gave our two dogs the best care we could have hoped for! She went above and beyond and is extraordinarily intuitive to both care of pets and home. Her demeanor is calm and kind, and we recommend her 100%!”


“Mario did a really nice job caring for my little cattle dog Lucy while house sitting for me! He was communicative, kind, caring, and followed the instructions I left for my dog and my house. I’ve moved into this area recently and have not been able to find a reliable pet sitter to stay in my home when I am away for work- until now :) I will definitely reach out to Mario again as my top choice. Thank you again!”


About: My boyfriend and I have always had animals in our lives. Growing up he lived on a farm with dogs, cats, goats, pigs etc. and I have had dogs and cats my whole life. We currently have 2 beautiful Great Danes, a bunch of rabbits, outside kitties, and a chinchilla! Our dogs love people, small animals, and would love a bigger dog to run around with. We would love to cuddle with your fur babies, go for walks, or just play in the fenced yard! We currently work 4 days a week leaving Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday to watch and care for your animals. My boyfriend is an early riser and I’m a night owl, so you’re pet will have plenty of time to get the care they need. We have a 2 story house with lots of room for them to lay around and have their own space if needed. We also have a large backyard that is fenced off already for our dogs.

About: I’ve got experience coming out the wazoo. I adopted my first puppy when I was 5 years old and have always had 3 cats at home growing up. Now on my own I run my house the same way with all the love crammed in. I work full time but I have a job that allows for some flexibility when needed and a family at home. But I love the chance to make some extra money after work caring for animals. I’m very good at following directions and have a natural ability to understand animals and what they need and want. Very good at learning new environments.

About: I have had pets for most of my life and enjoy playing with them and taking long walks. I have taken care of dogs of all ages from puppies to seniors. I have had dogs as small as chihuahuas to as large as golden retrievers for pets. I have pet sat for friends whose elderly cats required special care. Animals seem to love me, and I am always greeted warmly and enthusiastic by my own pets and those of my friends and family. I am comfortable walking pets rain or shine. I love animals and think of my own pets as part of the family. I don’t have any pets right now and look forward to playing with yours and providing care for them soon.

About: I have several years experience as an animal care taker at a zoo. I am comfortable with large animals to exotics. I am comfortable with caring for a multitude of species so if you have other pets needing care please just ask! Reptile friendly! :::additional note::: more then happy to cut rates for extended stays and repeat clients::: more then happy to cut rates for multi animal homes!! I have a great availability. I run my business out of our home. I am here 7 days a week typically and don’t mind working weekends! If I have your ❤️ For overnights or weekend care they will receive lots of loving and pets from myself, my husband, and our kiddo + our fur babies. All My animals are goofy and loving. I am also experienced and comfortable administering medication and dealing with special needs pets. I have separate space and areas for crates if you prefer. If you have questions, let me know! Thank you! I currently work part time in the medical field. About 15 hrs a week and we home stead so I’m growing my knowledge about that. I’m pretty flexible with my schedule. I prefer to watch your loved one in my own home so i’m able to tend to the home stead while caring for your babe! Let’s set up a meet and great! We are a multi animal home these days with a quiet neighborhood that is great for walks and live across a big field for play time !

“Shannon did an excellent job house sitting our 3 dogs!!! She appropriately stayed in communication and sent pictures. She was timely, and our house was clean when we got home. Shannon was genuinely invested in the care of our dogs. She gave meds, fed and played outside with them. Our dogs were genuinely happy when we returned home, and it was obvious that they were very well cared for while we were away. I will be booking Shannon for house sitting again in the near future, and I would highly recommend her to anyone else. Thank you Shannon!!”


About: I was always the go to person for pet sitting in my family. Growing up, we always had at least one dog in the house. And I was fortunate enough to have had one for 16 years. Her name was Bear. She was the best family dog anyone could ask for and I miss her very much. She is the reason I love taking care of animals so much. Recently, I have become very fond of cats and live with 2 of them. They have stolen my heart and take care of them every day. I also have two reptiles which are my whole world. No matter what animal, I would love to take care of them. I’m the sitter for you! I am in between jobs at the moment so my schedule is very flexible right now. I am very open and honest so I’m very willing to for the schedule that’s best for you and your pet! I am not offering services in my home. As much as I would love to, I rent and cannot have a lot of animals staying with me. I’m sorry for the inconvenience!

About: Hi my name is Mozelle. I would love to help you out with any care you need for your animals. I have a yellow lab who I trained myself. I also have a cat and occasionally help train k9 working dogs in my spare time. I used to live on a farm and am great with all farm animals. I currently work full time, but am available in the mornings, Tuesdays and Thursdays, along with every other weekend off. I understand the need for dog walking and potty breaks being a working dog mom. I have a large yard, but it is not fenced. I will be sure to always have the dog on a leash. New surroundings can be curious for dogs and the safety is my biggest priority.

About: I love listening to music drawing painting, taking long walks so I can do that with your animals as well. Love animals more than humans lolll and all my kids are in school. I have one child that’s in Football so between practices I can take dogs for walks. Very flexible Artist. Have a 1 acre farm three children that love animals love to give them baths love to take them for a walking trips- and love love love

About: I’ve had all types of animals from turtles to deaf dogs and all kinds of cats ! I love them and I look forward to hosting / caring for others fur babies like my own 😊 I hate to leave my babies unattended so I understand needing someone trustworthy to care for them . I currently have a full time CNA job. I work nights and every other weekend so I’m home every day until 6 pm . And there is always someone home . I do have 2 animals of my own 1 cat and a deaf dog . There are various toys / beds and areas for the animals but it all depends on the animals needs and owners preference

About: I have had pets since I was a kid, and all through my life I have had some sort of animal. Big or small, I have tons of experience with all kinds. Now, I have 14 fur/feather/scale babies of my own and I am going to IVCC to getting my associates in science and majoring in wildlife bio. I am out of school for the summer and looking for anything really. Full time or part time. And any time of the night or day is fine with me. I have 14 pets, no dogs or cats, but I did have plenty of them growing up. Right now we have 6 birds, three different kinds, ((3 of them are house ducks)) a snake and the rest are smaller animals rabbit, piggy's, ferret etc. The rabbit is free roam, the birds and other animals all have their own free roam/fly time. Our house is on a set schedule as soon as the sun peeks through, lol, the ducks let us know, it's time to get the day started. Due to us having this many kiddos, we do plan long days ahead of time so everything is adjusted properly so everyone is taken care of. I am no stranger to getting dirty or dealing with any type of mess. Depending on the weather, we are outside as much as possible with a number of them and always trying to find new ways to keep their little minds engaged.

About: I have always had a special connection with animals, dogs especially, and grown up being called an animal whisper. Ive had dogs of all ages my whole life. I have experience with puppies, adults and senior dog care. Currently learning more and more about training dogs and using thoes techniques on my husky mix. Im all for giving your furry friends the care they deserve❤️I dont have any cats! I am currently working at an Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility in Yorkville and my shift is 6am-2pm. My schedule changes every other week. Although my boyfriend works the 3pm-11pm shift so someone is home most of the time. I am not totally free but I would be willing to work something out! My house has a front and back yard-not too big. We use a tie out for our dog and we have a few extras if needed for your dog! Me and my boyfriend live in a two bedroom duplex. Most areas of the house is dog proofed and we have plenty of toys for both to play with. My dog does really good with other dogs and loves to have company and a friend to play with. He is still younger so he can be hyper at first but will eventually calm down:)
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Morgan T.Star Sitter

“Morgan was wonderful. She was very communicative and kept me updated during the sitting. Poppy I’d dealing with happy tail and Morgan made sure to keep everything wrapped and secure!”


Billie P.
About: Hello, I have many years of experience caring for animals including, but not limited to, dogs (5 lbs to 200 lbs), cats, fish, reptiles, rodents, and birds. I have lots of experience taking care of special needs and a few of mine are special needs as well. Your animal need extra care? I’m your girl! I have a pretty open and flexible schedule usually I work for a couple of hours around dinner time but other than that anything else can be changed! Saturdays I usually work during the night and Sundays I work in the mornings but not for very long. I can easily take out your pets out and about for whatever their needs are at pretty much any time of the day! I only do care in your home when watching pets but usually I will take it on 2-3 walks a day, if weather permits, maintain a strict feeding schedule assuring the animal maintains its routine and I will stay a majority of the day in your home so that animal doesn’t feel alone.


Dylan T.

“Dylan is amazing!! Very communicative, was comfortable watching our 3 month old puppy :) had no issues at all. We had no worries leaving Mac with her. Have already rebooked for a few other occasions. Highly recommend!”


Nicole L.

“What a relief to find such a trustworthy, kind, communicative, and compassionate pet sitter! My dog Edie can be a handful with some anxiety issues, but both she and my kitty Pika did great while I was away. On top of that, my house was tidier when I came home than when I left it. I'll definitely be reaching out to Nicole (and Renee!) again in the future - they seriously saved the day and let me have a great time away without worry. Thank you!”


Holly H.

“Holly cared for our 10 month old bernedoodle and two cats. She did a wonderful job and we had complete peace of mind the entire time we were out of town! She went above and beyond to ensure everyone was well taken care of. We returned home after being away for 5 days and everything was in perfect condition. She was good at communicating with us and asking questions, which helped with our peace of mind. We could tell she genuinely cared about our pets and ensuring they were comfortable in our absence. We’d no doubt look to Holly to care for our pets the next time we need!”


Angela B.
Star Sitter


“Angela is an outstanding pet sitter who gave our two dogs the best care we could have hoped for! She went above and beyond and is extraordinarily intuitive to both care of pets and home. Her demeanor is calm and kind, and we recommend her 100%!”


Mario C.

“Mario did a really nice job caring for my little cattle dog Lucy while house sitting for me! He was communicative, kind, caring, and followed the instructions I left for my dog and my house. I’ve moved into this area recently and have not been able to find a reliable pet sitter to stay in my home when I am away for work- until now :) I will definitely reach out to Mario again as my top choice. Thank you again!”


Alexia & Brody R.
“Alexia is a very caring young women who loves animals of all sizes. She has two great danes who are very loved and treated as members of her family. She will treat your pets the same way and give each animal the love and care they need while you are unavailable. Give her a try, she won't let you down!”


Bryce W.
“I am delighted to write this testimonial for Bryce, who is an exceptional and responsible pet owner. I have had the pleasure of knowing Bryce for several years, and during this time, I have witnessed their unwavering dedication and love for their furry companions. Bryce’s commitment to the well-being of their animals is truly commendable. They prioritize the health, happiness and safety of their animals above all else. What sets Bryce apart is his genuine affection and love for animals. It’s evident in the way they interact with their pets with patience, kindness, and understanding. I wholeheartedly recommend Bryce as a pet sitter to anyone looking for a compassionate and responsible caregiver for their animals. Their dedication, love and sense of responsibility make them an exemplary pet sitter, and any pet would be lucky to have them.”


Francis P.
About: I have had pets for most of my life and enjoy playing with them and taking long walks. I have taken care of dogs of all ages from puppies to seniors. I have had dogs as small as chihuahuas to as large as golden retrievers for pets. I have pet sat for friends whose elderly cats required special care. Animals seem to love me, and I am always greeted warmly and enthusiastic by my own pets and those of my friends and family. I am comfortable walking pets rain or shine. I love animals and think of my own pets as part of the family. I don’t have any pets right now and look forward to playing with yours and providing care for them soon.


Angel V.
“We have known Angel O. for a little more then a year now and live in a neighboring town. We both travel a lot for work and Angel has been able to help 3x times on short notice for our two cats. We highly recommend her care.”


Kayla B.

“Kayla was great with Loka! It was really nice to know that our pup was relaxed and taken care of while we were away. Would definitely book with Kayla again.”




Melissa M.

“Melissa was great! Our dog Hank liked her a lot. She took him for walks, fed him and was all around very good with Hank. Thank you Melissa.”


Shannon S.

“Shannon did an excellent job house sitting our 3 dogs!!! She appropriately stayed in communication and sent pictures. She was timely, and our house was clean when we got home. Shannon was genuinely invested in the care of our dogs. She gave meds, fed and played outside with them. Our dogs were genuinely happy when we returned home, and it was obvious that they were very well cared for while we were away. I will be booking Shannon for house sitting again in the near future, and I would highly recommend her to anyone else. Thank you Shannon!!”


Kelsey B.
“Kelsey is so amazing with animals! Her gentle, kind and loving nature is exactly what you want when having someone look after your fur baby. My husband and I ask Kelsey to watch our two dogs often and she always goes a great job. She always keeps us posted and sends lots of pics. When she’s unavailable, it’s really a bummer because 1) our dogs love her and 2) there’s not many people we trust to take care of our dogs and be in our home. Next time you need someone, look no further!!”


Mozelle K.
About: Hi my name is Mozelle. I would love to help you out with any care you need for your animals. I have a yellow lab who I trained myself. I also have a cat and occasionally help train k9 working dogs in my spare time. I used to live on a farm and am great with all farm animals. I currently work full time, but am available in the mornings, Tuesdays and Thursdays, along with every other weekend off. I understand the need for dog walking and potty breaks being a working dog mom. I have a large yard, but it is not fenced. I will be sure to always have the dog on a leash. New surroundings can be curious for dogs and the safety is my biggest priority.


Lisa C.
About: I love listening to music drawing painting, taking long walks so I can do that with your animals as well. Love animals more than humans lolll and all my kids are in school. I have one child that’s in Football so between practices I can take dogs for walks. Very flexible Artist. Have a 1 acre farm three children that love animals love to give them baths love to take them for a walking trips- and love love love


Alaina S.
“Alaina is the best person for any animal, of any breed, she’s always on the watch, making sure every animal is safe! She’s great with animals I’ve known Alaina for 11 years&Shes always had the best interest at heart when it comes too any animal!”


Amie F.
About: I have had pets since I was a kid, and all through my life I have had some sort of animal. Big or small, I have tons of experience with all kinds. Now, I have 14 fur/feather/scale babies of my own and I am going to IVCC to getting my associates in science and majoring in wildlife bio. I am out of school for the summer and looking for anything really. Full time or part time. And any time of the night or day is fine with me. I have 14 pets, no dogs or cats, but I did have plenty of them growing up. Right now we have 6 birds, three different kinds, ((3 of them are house ducks)) a snake and the rest are smaller animals rabbit, piggy's, ferret etc. The rabbit is free roam, the birds and other animals all have their own free roam/fly time. Our house is on a set schedule as soon as the sun peeks through, lol, the ducks let us know, it's time to get the day started. Due to us having this many kiddos, we do plan long days ahead of time so everything is adjusted properly so everyone is taken care of. I am no stranger to getting dirty or dealing with any type of mess. Depending on the weather, we are outside as much as possible with a number of them and always trying to find new ways to keep their little minds engaged.


Dylan N.
About: I have always had a special connection with animals, dogs especially, and grown up being called an animal whisper. Ive had dogs of all ages my whole life. I have experience with puppies, adults and senior dog care. Currently learning more and more about training dogs and using thoes techniques on my husky mix. Im all for giving your furry friends the care they deserve❤️I dont have any cats! I am currently working at an Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility in Yorkville and my shift is 6am-2pm. My schedule changes every other week. Although my boyfriend works the 3pm-11pm shift so someone is home most of the time. I am not totally free but I would be willing to work something out! My house has a front and back yard-not too big. We use a tie out for our dog and we have a few extras if needed for your dog! Me and my boyfriend live in a two bedroom duplex. Most areas of the house is dog proofed and we have plenty of toys for both to play with. My dog does really good with other dogs and loves to have company and a friend to play with. He is still younger so he can be hyper at first but will eventually calm down:)
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ottawa on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $40 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 35 house sitters in Ottawa. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 75% of Ottawa house sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Ottawa.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Ottawa house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
