House Sitting in Ottawa
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1. Gracie F.

“We loved having Gracie watch our dog! She was great at giving us updates, was very responsive, and did everything we asked for getting/ leaving our keys. Plus our dog seemed very well taken care of and happy once we were home! Will definitely use Gracie again!”


2. Allison S.
“Allie is our exclusive provider of cat care during vacations and brief absences from the home. She is prompt, timely and professional, but more importantly, is kind and compassionate with our cats. She even sends pictures of the kitties! We are very particular about cat sitters and feel we found the best with Allie!”


3. Alexis R.
“Alexis has watched my dog(Thor) on several ocassions and does so amazing!! Thor loves her so much, he has a wonderful yard to roam around, and plenty of space inside! He's always happy to see when I need her to watch him, he's taken care of, and I never have any doubts that he's being loved! Hes best pals with the dog that lives there, and ive never had any issues with them being together! She's always my first choice everytime!”


4. Josiah G.

“Josiah took good care of my dogs and my home.”


5. Steven S.
“We have had several pet dogs from Miniature Schnauzers to Airedales over the years and Steven has helped as a sitter/caretaker for them. He has also been called into dog sitting and walking service for several friends and family members and always communicated clearly regarding any special needs/requirements the dogs or the owners might have. He loves dogs and has always been reliable, trustworthy, and truly compassionate when it comes to all animals and especially dogs. Our pets were always in safe and caring hands during our absence, and it was evident that were well taken care of when we returned. We can wholeheartedly recommend Steven to anyone seeking top-notch pet care. He has multiple years of experience and a true dedication and love for animals!”


6. Case S.
“Case has watched our dogs for the past several years. My partner and I previously lived in Oklahoma and had 2 dogs at the time, both of which Case watched on several occasions. Our pups were always excited to see Case and well cared for during our time away. Most recently, we traveled back to OK for a family wedding and Case watched our dog during that time. Our dog has special dietary needs and Case was very conscientious and respectful of this. He is attentive, cautious, and responsible. Case clearly loves dogs and will make a great dog owner one day. Until then, let him love yours!”


7. Grace S.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats for neighbors since I have been a child, and when I was a teenager I would dog-sit for family friends and people in the community. I love doing this, and I always make sure to leave things better than I’ve found them! I’m currently working, so mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends would work best for me!! I occasionally get Wednesdays off as well, so I could work some Wednesdays!! My home has a large backyard with plenty of space for pets to play and use the bathroom! My home is one story, with toys and bowls! In your home, I would make sure toys/things are organized how they were, the home is clean, and work to clean up after the pet as well!


8. Ariana F.
“Ariana has a heart of gold when it comes to animals. She knows animals need structure and keeps them on their schedules. Very good with training and makes sure their needs are met.”


9. Ben D.
“Ben is a very reliable, calm and experienced dog caregiver. Over the years knowing him and his dogs, I am amazed at the care and time that he puts towards his fido companions. It is easy to see his genuine love for animals. For example, he makes his own healthy, nutritious dog food and loves to take his dogs on long walks in nature. Alongside having a positive and playful personality, Ben is extremely responsible, trustworthy, and aware. I would trust him with any of my pets any day!”


10. Michelle R.
“Michelle is a fantastic animal care taker. She watched a dog Benny who has high allergies and is allergic to almost everything. She feed bathed and medicated him and took him for walks She made him so happy. I would recommend her for everyone I know who has animals that need extra care when your on vacation or work.”


11. Sean H.

“Fantastic as always! Sean does a great job keeping me updated on the pups and makes sure they are having a great time. I always come home to happy dogs and the house put together.”


12. Jacob K.

“Jake was great! He was on time, clean, and took wonderful care of my fur baby. I will definitely be booking him again.”


13. Amiya L.
“She owns plenty of animals and I've never seen happier animals. She knows exactly what they need at the moment, and never once has shown any forms of neglect or abuse to an animal. She would be wonderful”


14. Andrew K.

“Drew was a fantastic sitter for our two dogs! He replied quickly to communication, was great with the dogs, and sent messages during the visits to let us know things were going well. Highly recommended!”


15. Stephanie N.

“Stephanie did a great Job she even stayed extra time for me as I got held up while on vacation. My sogs seemed very calm and content when I got home.”


16. Ashleigh B.
“Ashleigh is very caring and considerate. I have left my animals in her care many times over the last 3 years. She will follow instructions, let you know if there are any issues, and my pets are always content when I return. Ashleigh has cared for Dogs, Cats, and Horses for me.”


17. Brenna B.

“My husband and I needed to go out of town for my father in laws celebration of life so we needed someone trustworthy and that had experience to house sit and take care of our fur babies! Brenna was a dream to work with! She was very communicative and with our chihuahua being a finicky eater, she took my suggestions and got him to eat! Even the cats that hide from everyone else, loves Brenna. She was even able to keep our plants alive too 😊 we have multiple cats & dogs and daily tasks for her to complete and she did wonderful. Having her at the house, took a ton of pressure off of us so we could be with family and be present with the things we needed to accomplish. Highly recommend Brenna to be apart of your family as well!”


18. Ashlend R.

“She was amazing! Kept in contact with us and took great care of our dogs while we were out of town.”


19. Bryleigh L.
About: I have had a variety of animals in my home since I was born and I love each and every one. I have taken care of puppies as well as older dogs. I currently work part time, so I will always have time to take care of your animals! I usually work 11-4 or 4-7 depending on the day, so I will make sure to check in on your animals multiple times throughout the day. I would love to come check in and play with your animals while you are away! I also have a pup that I could bring along to play with yours if they need a friend!


20. Holly B.
“Holly is a very hard working and honest person. She’s kind, LOVES animals, and pays attention to detail like no other. I have her watch my cats every time I need a sitter. She’s been great every time and she has all mine and my kitties trust. Highly recommend!”
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Ottawa on Rover as of Mar 2025 was about $35 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 Mar 2025, there are 161 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, 85% of Ottawa house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters 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
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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.
