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Jennifer Messeroux

Jennifer Messeroux
Gatineau, QC

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

What Qualities Make a Great Babysitter?

Hi there, my name is Jennifer Messeroux. I am college student looking for ways to enhance my skills and knowledge in childcare/pet care. As a nurturing and responsible sitter, I understand the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment for the children and/or pets in my care. My dedication to their well-being and growth is commendable, and it's essential to continually seek ways to enhance your skills and knowledge in childcare.

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet grooming
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

  • Babysitter (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • Pet grooming
  • Pet daycare
  • Pet boarding
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Gatineau for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I carry a pet first aid kit
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hey there! I'm Jennifer, a dedicated and experienced sitter currently located in Gatineau, Quebec however is open to requests coming in from Ottawa, Ontario. With a passion for nurturing and caring for children, I am currently seeking a occasional or part-time live-out position with a lovely family who needs support with their newborn, toddler, or primary school-aged children. I am also currently seeking an occasional or part-time position with a lovely family who needs support with their pets.

Throughout my 5 years of experience of volunteering for kids related events with an addition of 3 years of babysitting, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. By understanding as well as respecting the requirements in which parents look, I will ensure that every child in my care feels seen, heard, and valued.

My hourly rate is $20.00 for babysitting whereas ranging $20.00-40.00 for pet-sitting ($20.00 = 30 minute walk. $30.00-40.00 = 1 hour walk). I am committed to providing the highest level of care and attention to your little ones whether it be a child or animal. I believe in open communication, reliability, and building a trusting relationship with both the children and their parents.

If you're looking for a dedicated, caring and reliable baby or pet sitter, please feel free to send me a message. It would be my utmost pleasure to chat and go over any further details with you. Let's connect and discuss about your family's needs and what I can do to meet them.

My services (below)

  • Playtime (Games and re-creative activities) (includes pet play time)
  • Homework help
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Bathing (the same goes for pets)
  • Dressing
  • Changing Diapers
  • Feeding (the same goes for pets)
  • Putting kids to bed (including bedtime stories)

Qualifications/Skills:

  • CPR and First Aid Certificate
  • Patience, empathy, kindness, friendliness and carefulness
  • Ability to solve problems, resolve conflicts and manage my time
  • Organization

I will be available from Monday to Friday as early as 9:00 am all the way to 5:30 to 6:00 pm. I am not available on Saturdays however I am on Sundays at around the same time as any other days of the week.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Jennifer For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Angie Wayboda

Angie Wayboda
Ottawa, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Fun, reliable nanny looking for part time!!

I really like having to play outside with your kids, walks, parks, reading anything they are up to doing, trips to museums etc. Depending on age of course!

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet grooming
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Ottawa for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 23 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 17 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 49 years old
    • Police check
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have 23 years of looking after children, mostly ages 9 months or older, I have my first aid, police check 2023. I am in my 40's, I like to play outside mostly in the summer, being honest, I just want to pick up your kids @school then go back in to your warm place for the winter.I have worked at the local ymca, jack purcell, community centres, schools just volunteering, I currently work at alot of different homes looking after thier children, I like to clean also. I am very reliable & punctual. Westboro is the furthest I will take the bus too, I live near the museum of nature, thanks!

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Angie For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ella Smith

Ella Smith
Ottawa, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Dog Walker, Tutor, Babysitter for hire!!!

Hi I'm Ella, I'm excited to help you out however I can. I'm comfortable with pets and kids, with experience as a coach, a tutor and a dog owner myself. Just shoot me a message!

Pet sitting $28 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet training
  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Ottawa for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - -

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • I carry a pet first aid kit
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and French
    • Email verified

I am a baby sitter, a tutor for JK to Grade 12 and a swim instructor for all ages. I have a baby sitting certificate and 3 years experience in tutoring services. I specialize in math and science tutoring for all ages. I have my CRP, Emergency First Aid and NLS training to keep your loved ones safe. I have been a lifeguard for 8 years with tones of swimming experience. I'm a dog sitter and lover of animals.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Ella For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ella Ahutu

Ella Ahutu
Ottawa, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Welcome message:

I am a full time student looking for a decent job to save up some money for my second year of university. Since i grew up with younger siblings and pets i think i do great helping people with their kids and pets. I also believe i am very responsible, trustworthy and detail oriented as well.

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ottawa for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 months experience working with children
  • 7 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing/painting
  • Nature
  • Gardening

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Ella For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Liam Kabuya
Ottawa, ON

Activity summary

Member since: May 2025

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ottawa for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Liam For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Kendra MacKenzie
Ottawa, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide:

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Ottawa for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Kendra For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Gatineau, QC, Canada (Updated 13 Sep 2025)

Gatineau pet sitters are paid an average of $19.10 per hour as of September 2025, which is 2.9% higher than the Quebec average of $18.57, and 8% higher than the Canadian average of $17.68. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services.
Min Avg Max
Gatineau:
$13.00 $19.10 $30.00
Quebec:
$12.00 $18.57 $40.00
Canada:
$0.00 $17.68 $50.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in Canadian dollars (CAD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Boarding Provider

Follow these handy tips for hiring a private pet boarding provider perfect for ensuring your furry family member is safe, happy, and comfortable while you’re away.

1. Check Their Experience

Ask how long they’ve been boarding pets and what kinds of animals they specialize in (dogs, cats, exotics).

2. Verify Training & Certifications

Look for credentials in pet CPR/first aid, animal behavior, or relevant pet care associations.

3. Tour the Boarding Environment

Visit their home or facility to confirm it’s clean, safe, and pet-friendly with secure fencing, proper ventilation, and comfortable spaces.

4. Ask About Daily Care & Routine

Understand how often pets are fed, walked, played with, and allowed outside.

5. Clarify Supervision Levels

Find out if pets are supervised overnight, how often they’re checked on, and how many pets are boarded at once.

6. Review Health & Safety Policies

Confirm vaccination requirements, flea/tick prevention, emergency protocols, and how illness or injuries are handled.

7. Discuss Special Needs Care

Ask if they can handle pets with medical conditions, medications, dietary needs, or anxiety.

8. Check References & Reviews

Read testimonials or speak with past clients to verify reliability and quality of care.

9. Understand Communication Style

Ask if they’ll provide daily updates, photos, or videos while you’re away for peace of mind.

10. Start with a Trial Stay

Book an overnight trial to see how your pet adjusts and how attentive the provider is before committing to a longer trip.


Pet Boarding Provider Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a private pet boarding provider candidate to ensure your pet is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been providing private pet boarding services?
  • What types of pets do you typically care for?
  • Have you cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral challenges?
  • How many pets do you usually board at one time?

Facility & Environment

  • Can I tour the boarding area before making a decision?
  • Are the spaces secure, escape-proof, and climate-controlled?
  • Do pets have access to both indoor and outdoor areas?
  • How do you handle cleaning and sanitation?

Daily Routine & Care

  • What does a typical day look like for pets in your care?
  • How often do pets eat, exercise, and receive playtime or socialization?
  • Do you provide individual attention or mostly group activities?
  • Are you able to follow special feeding or exercise routines for specific pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are pets required to have up-to-date vaccinations and flea/tick prevention?
  • Are you trained in pet CPR and first aid?
  • How do you handle emergencies, illnesses, or injuries?
  • Do you administer medications or special treatments if needed?

Communication

  • How do you update owners during their pet’s stay (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Are you available for real-time updates if there’s a concern?
  • How do you handle special requests from pet owners?

Policies & Pricing

  • What is included in your boarding rates?
  • Are there additional fees for special care, medications, or late pick-ups?
  • What is your cancellation or refund policy?
  • Do you offer trial stays before long-term boarding?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about boarding pets?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think your boarding style would be a good fit for my pet?