House Sitting in Ottawa
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Top rated Ottawa house sitters
“Susana did an amazing job house-sitting for us. Very nice and great communication. She took great care of our home and dog. I fully plan on booking with her again .”
“Stephanie stayed in our home with our 2 dogs over Spring Break. They were very comfortable with her and she was very warm and attentive to them. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
“Brandi is absolutely the best, wonderful with our two dogs, and consistently winning over our high anxiety and shy lil’ baby. We highly recommend Brandi if you are looking for a reliable dog sitter with heart.”
“Katelyn watched my English Bulldog and Chocolate Lab while I was on vacation for several days. She took great care of my fur babies. She fed them, walked them, let them out several times, and gave them loves and pets. She sent good notes and several pictures and videos throughout the stay.”
About: I am outgoing, energetic, and a happy over achieving girl! You can always trust me. I’ve had dogs between golden retrievers, beagles , labs, blue healers, German Shepard’s I’ve dog sat and have been around them all! And let’s just say they love me :) So I do have a crazy job, so if you’re looking for someone to be there all day I won’t be your girl, I usually work 6-10 hours every day tue-Friday my hours vary depending on the day of the week my thursday hours (12-8)(fri8-3)(every other Saturday 8-2) (Sunday off) Mondays I work one Monday a month (4 hours) (tue 9-5 sometimes vary)(wed 8-8) I do massage therapy full time. But when I dog sit I only go to work and tend to your dogs! I make no plans and hangout with my furry friends all my free time I walk my dogs every day! I keep the homes clean just like you left them! And I’ll give the dogs all the love and snuggles in the world
“Abigail was a last minute booking for us Christmas Eve when our other sitter cancelled. She took excellent care of Andi and also communicated so well. We would definitely use her again!”
“Joey was fantastic. She took our dogs on multiple walks and played with them in the yard. Joey sent us multiple pictures throughout her time with the dogs and gave us updates regularly. We will definitely use her in the future.”
“Allie pet-sat for our pets (2 doodles and 1 kitty) for three days with one overnight stay. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. She met with us ahead of time to get to know our pets, ask questions, get to know our preferences, and get the house key and last minute instructions. Her communication through everything has been fabulous, including regular updates while we were out. Allie was prompt, professional, and so so kind. We felt 100% comfortable leaving our fur babies with Allie, knowing they were getting extra cuddles, pets, and play time. We would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter.”
“Eli is the best. Such a responsible caregiver to our pets. When we return it’s like they received the same care they get when we are home. Communication is awesome including daily pictures of our pets — highly recommend!!”
About: I've had dogs for most of my life, I love going for long walks and playing fetch. My schedule is very flexible and I'm able to accommodate their needs! I'm an incoming college freshman at UW Madison, and I'm using pet-sitting as my sole job for this summer, so I will have plenty of time to take care of your fur babies! I have a lot of love to give to your pets, animals have a special place in my heart. I would love to take your pup for long walks in Lapham Peak or any other park!
“I loved how communicative Ava was the entire time we we’re out of town. She sent many updates and pictures, and I know the her babies were taken care of really well! Thank you Ava!”
“Sklyer did a great job taking care of our two dogs in our home. She was very responsive, came to our house ahead of our vacation to meet us and the dogs, and provided frequent updates while we were away. We will definitely have you back again Sklyer, thank you so much for a worry free time away from home!”
About: **Dog Walking Services Available!** Are you looking for a dedicated dog lover to take care of your friend? Look no further! 🌟 **About Me:** I've grown up with dogs and had owned one for years, so I understand their needs and personalities. I'm passionate about dogs and enjoy spending time outdoors, which makes me the perfect companion for your pet. 🚶♂️ **Services Offered:** - Daily dog walks - Companion visits - Long walks for active pups 🐾 **What I Bring:** - Experience with dogs of all sizes - A love for exercise and outdoor adventures - A commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for your dog If you want your dog to have a fun and enriching time while you're busy, please reach out! Let’s discuss a meet and greet to get started. I currently have an open schedule, so it would e easy to work out routine walks. I love to take long walks and would be mindful of the surroundings. I will respect your home and take the responsibility in earnest. I am good at playing with dogs and cats. We’ve had 2 cats since I have been married. I taught them tricks like playing dead and never forgot to say hi when I got home.
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Tara R.Star Sitter
“Tara was AMAZING!! She communicated very well and sent photo updates throughout her stay. Our puppy loved her! I couldn't recommend her enough!!”
Susana C.
Star Sitter
“Susana did an amazing job house-sitting for us. Very nice and great communication. She took great care of our home and dog. I fully plan on booking with her again .”
Tami G.Star Sitter
“Tami stayed with Millie for about 7 hours. She took her for several walks and I appreciated the picture updates of Millie's day. Highly recommend!”
Amanda S.
“Amanda took great care of our medically complex older corgi and our home. She was very communicative and left our home looking beautiful and our pup happy!”
Meagan W.
“Meagan was on time, thorough, and communicative! Happily would have her watch our pups overnight again!”
Stephanie S.
“Stephanie stayed in our home with our 2 dogs over Spring Break. They were very comfortable with her and she was very warm and attentive to them. I will definitely use her services again in the future.”
Brandi W.
“Brandi is absolutely the best, wonderful with our two dogs, and consistently winning over our high anxiety and shy lil’ baby. We highly recommend Brandi if you are looking for a reliable dog sitter with heart.”
Vonnie T.
“We have two elderly dogs that need kindness and someone to lay around with them. Vonnie was perfect! She was able to be with them. We will definitely book with her again..”
Katelyn W.Star Sitter
“Katelyn watched my English Bulldog and Chocolate Lab while I was on vacation for several days. She took great care of my fur babies. She fed them, walked them, let them out several times, and gave them loves and pets. She sent good notes and several pictures and videos throughout the stay.”
Malarie B.
About: I am outgoing, energetic, and a happy over achieving girl! You can always trust me. I’ve had dogs between golden retrievers, beagles , labs, blue healers, German Shepard’s I’ve dog sat and have been around them all! And let’s just say they love me :) So I do have a crazy job, so if you’re looking for someone to be there all day I won’t be your girl, I usually work 6-10 hours every day tue-Friday my hours vary depending on the day of the week my thursday hours (12-8)(fri8-3)(every other Saturday 8-2) (Sunday off) Mondays I work one Monday a month (4 hours) (tue 9-5 sometimes vary)(wed 8-8) I do massage therapy full time. But when I dog sit I only go to work and tend to your dogs! I make no plans and hangout with my furry friends all my free time I walk my dogs every day! I keep the homes clean just like you left them! And I’ll give the dogs all the love and snuggles in the world
Abigail B.Star Sitter
“Abigail was a last minute booking for us Christmas Eve when our other sitter cancelled. She took excellent care of Andi and also communicated so well. We would definitely use her again!”
Cheyanne P.
“Great job !”
Joey C.Star Sitter
“Joey was fantastic. She took our dogs on multiple walks and played with them in the yard. Joey sent us multiple pictures throughout her time with the dogs and gave us updates regularly. We will definitely use her in the future.”
Allie H.
“Allie pet-sat for our pets (2 doodles and 1 kitty) for three days with one overnight stay. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. She met with us ahead of time to get to know our pets, ask questions, get to know our preferences, and get the house key and last minute instructions. Her communication through everything has been fabulous, including regular updates while we were out. Allie was prompt, professional, and so so kind. We felt 100% comfortable leaving our fur babies with Allie, knowing they were getting extra cuddles, pets, and play time. We would recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter.”
Eliana S.
“Eli is the best. Such a responsible caregiver to our pets. When we return it’s like they received the same care they get when we are home. Communication is awesome including daily pictures of our pets — highly recommend!!”
Tessa O.
“Tessa took care of our home for 11 days and did a fantastic job! She took excellent care for our pets: this included walking the dog multiple times per day, feeding them punctually on a regular schedule and making sure they got enough attention while we were gone. Tessa also watered our gardens and received our mail/packages as necessary. Tessa is a kind, responsible, punctual and bright young lady and I highly recommend her for any pet care services you may require.”
Ava B.Star Sitter
“I loved how communicative Ava was the entire time we we’re out of town. She sent many updates and pictures, and I know the her babies were taken care of really well! Thank you Ava!”
Barbara M.
“Barbara did a nice job updating me and sent pictures.”
Skyler P.
“Sklyer did a great job taking care of our two dogs in our home. She was very responsive, came to our house ahead of our vacation to meet us and the dogs, and provided frequent updates while we were away. We will definitely have you back again Sklyer, thank you so much for a worry free time away from home!”
Bill S.
“Bill is a big lover of dogs and all things nature. He is very gentle with animals and I would trust him with my dog!”
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House Sitting FAQs
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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 $50 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 492 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, 88% of Ottawa house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Ottawa have an average of 16 years of experience. 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.
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