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“Dawn is super nice! She is very responsible, she spent with our Sophie 2 days , she sent pictures and update all the time. When I came back it was complete order in the my home. She has the best service I have ever had. I'll defenetly book her again.”
“Bobbie was WONDERFUL. We were nervous to leave our puppy for the first time, Bobbie really put us at ease. She’s kind, professional, and very attentive. We came home to a house that was just as clean as we left it, and a puppy who was well taken care of. We received regular updates while we were gone with photos, which was joyful. We will definitely be using Bobbie again!”
“She has her own bedroom at our house. She’s here a lot. Funny thing is we probably wouldn’t even recognize each other at the grocery store. She would sure recognize the dogs, though. Need I say more? Lol.”
“Mark was amazing from the day he came over to meet us and our dogs until we returned from vacation. He made sure our dogs were comfortable due to their age. He also Made sure the stayed very close to their daily routine. Mark sent pictures and videos to insure us that they were receiving the best care, and they were! We highly recommend Mark and will definitely use him again. Kevin T.”
“Evie took good care of our pups in our home while we were on vacation for over a week. She was quick to adjust her schedule to accommodate our dogs needs and communicated regularly.”
“Megan wonderfully with our older dog Fiona, she was very good with communicating with me when we were on our trip! We received pictures and videos so we could still see our old girl while we were away. When there was an issue she was quick to let us know and reassured us that Fiona was OK (my poor pup has a nervous belly).”
“This was my first time using a house sitter and Hannah was fantastic! She kept in contact with me and sent pictures of my fur babies. If I need a drop-in or house sitting again, I will be scheduling with her. 😊 Thank you, Hannah!”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a great experience with Katie! She was incredibly helpful and flexible, especially since we had to leave in a bit of a rush. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our dog was being cared for while we were away. She followed our instructions, made sure our dog was comfortable, and kept everything running smoothly. Our Willow Mae seemed happy and well taken care of when we got back, which is the most important thing to us. We really appreciate her reliability and kindness, and we would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy to watch their pet. We would definitely rebook with her. Thank you again for taking such good care of Willow!”
About: Hi! I’m Lily, and caring for animals is genuinely one of my favorite things in life. I’ve had pets my whole life and have also worked at a doggy daycare, so I’m very comfortable handling dogs with different personalities, energy levels, and needs. I own dogs myself—they’re very docile and love having friends—so I understand how important it is to find someone you fully trust with your pets. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and temperaments, including anxious pups and dogs with special needs. One of my dogs is deaf and responds to sign, so I’m especially patient, attentive, and tuned in to nonverbal communication. Whether your pet needs high-energy playtime, structured walks, or just a calm and comforting presence, I’m happy to meet them where they’re at. Your pet’s safety and happiness are my top priorities. I’ll treat them like they’re my own—lots of love, attention, and updates so you never have to wonder how they’re doing. I’m reliable, communicative, and genuinely excited to meet your pets. I can’t wait to give them the care they deserve! My schedule is flexible and allows me to provide consistent care throughout the day. I currently work full-time, but I’m in the process of transitioning roles, which gives me increasing availability. My partner is home by 2:30 PM every day, and we’re both home in the evenings, so your pet will have plenty of supervision, attention, and company. We make sure pets are never left alone for long periods and always prioritize their comfort and routine. I’m happy to work with your pet’s specific schedule and needs—just let me know what works best for them! Your pet’s safety is my top priority. We have a fully fenced-in backyard with turf, providing a clean and secure space for safe outdoor play and bathroom breaks. Inside, our home is pet-proofed to prevent access to anything unsafe, and we always supervise interactions to ensure a calm and controlled environment. I’m attentive to each dog’s behavior and needs, and I take introductions slowly to make sure everyone feels comfortable. You can trust that your pet will be in a safe, secure, and well-managed environment at all times.
About: I have had pets my entire life. I am a certified dog groomer as of 2019. I also take in stray kittens and find them vet help as well as their forever families. I currently don't work, my kids are home for the summer. I have 3 cats and a dog. My animals are feed 2 times a day. I used to be a mobile groomer so I have experience with coming to clients homes and discussing comfort levels and needs of their pets.
“Claire was AMAZING. She sent me constant updates and pictures, paid close attention to my dog’s health, and she did so many activities with my dog. He is very high energy and she was able to tire him out multiple days in a row and that’s pretty awesome. I can tell my dog really loves her. This was my longest trip away and my dog was more than well taken care of, thank you!!!”
“Sadie was amazing dog sitter for my super anxious dog, Murphy. I was concerned about leaving her for the night. Sadie did an incredible job taking care of Murphy, sending me frequent updates and pictures. She made my evening/night go smoothly at ease. I would definitely recommend Sadie for dog sitting. She is incredible, reliable and very caring. I will hire her again whenever I need one in the future. Big kudos to Sadie!!!”
“Grace was wonderful with my very high energy dog! Despite it being super cold outside, she was able to exercise him well. I came home to a happy, tired pup that slept all night. She was incredibly kind and flexible, and I’d absolutely book her again!”
“One of the best house/pet sitting experiences I’ve ever had! She was a great communicator, sent photos, walked one of our dogs who usually boycotts a wall (a yorkie) and left the house clean! I would use her again in heartbeat and plan to.”
About: I have experience with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and birds. I love all animals, young and old. I’m looking forward to taking care of your fur baby!! I work 2 part time/student assistant jobs so I have plenty of time to care for your fur babies! I am always willing to schedule and plan ahead as well. I have one cat at home, but that’s it. I am not afraid to work with dogs that are excited or jumpy and I can take them in and out of their crates!
Ottawa pet parents share their Rover experiences
As she has every time she has taken care of our Lui, Dawn has done a fantastic job. She communicated with us every day and sent pictures. She also took great care of our house going above and beyond. We are able to get away and not worry about how well our Lui is being cared for. Thank you Dawn!
Victoria is an incredible animal care provider! I had friends in from out of town to celebrate my birthday and they have a new puppy with separation anxiety. In order for us to go out, we needed to find a sitter for several hours so my friends could enjoy the night and not stress. Victoria instantly was a hit with my two dogs and their puppy. She’s calm, kind, genuine, and has a ton of experience which made for a stress free evening. The dogs were regulated and felt right at home with her. Highly recommend her and her services. Thank you Victoria!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a great experience with Katie! She was incredibly helpful and flexible, especially since we had to leave in a bit of a rush. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our dog was being cared for while we were away. She followed our instructions, made sure our dog was comfortable, and kept everything running smoothly. Our Willow Mae seemed happy and well taken care of when we got back, which is the most important thing to us. We really appreciate her reliability and kindness, and we would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy to watch their pet. We would definitely rebook with her. Thank you again for taking such good care of Willow!
Ashlyn did an amazing job taking care of our 4 labs. She checked in and kept me updates on how things were going! Our house was exactly as we left it when we returned and the my pups were happy! I would recommend Ashlyn to care for your furry family members! I will definitely ask Ashlyn to come back!!!
Sheila was AMAZING, I can’t recommend her enough! I was nervous to leave Cricket for a trip and Sheila went above and beyond to make sure Cricket was taken care of and loved on! We will absolutely be rebooking and I can’t brag enough about how wonderful our experience was!
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover 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
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.
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