Drop-in visit
The standard for indoor cats. 20 to 30 minutes of feeding, fresh water, litter, play, and a photo update.
Petme neighbourhood guide · Calgary
Cat sitters in Lakeview, Calgary
Verified local cat sitters for drop-in visits, feeding, litter care, and gentle play in Lakeview.
ID-checked sitters, transparent ratings, and $20,000 CAD in vet protection on every booking. Most Petme cat sitters in Lakeview cover a few homes within a short walk, so visits stay punctual and your cat keeps its own home routine. A photo update is sent before the sitter leaves.
0% owner fees
Cat owners book with no commission.
$20,000 CAD vet cover
On every visit through the app.
Verified sitters
ID check and free meet-and-greet before booking.
4.9 / 5 rating
Across Canadian cat owners on the app.
Cat services in Lakeview
Pick the right one for your trip:
Twice-daily visits
For longer trips or multi-cat households. Morning and evening, same sitter, same routine your cat already knows.
Medication-experienced
Sitters confident with pills, oral drops, ear drops, and (with a meet-and-greet demo) insulin injections.
Overnight cat sitting
A sitter stays at your home overnight. Best for very young, very old, or separation-anxious cats.
Frequently asked questions
Cat sitter questions in Calgary
How much does a cat sitter cost in Calgary?
Drop-in cat visits in Calgary typically cost $20 to $30 CAD per visit. The Beltline and Mission sit at the higher end; the deep south and northwest are a little lower. Overnight in-home sitting runs $50 to $80 CAD per night. Sitters set their own rates and you see the exact total before booking.
Calgary winters are brutal. Is a drop-in visit really enough?
Yes, for indoor cats it is the right service. The cat stays warm in its own home, never leaves the house, and the sitter handles food, water, litter, and play. Booking the cat into a kennel means a cold car transfer in minus-twenty weather, plus a stress shift for the cat. Drop-in visits avoid both.
Do Calgary cat sitters cover the deep south and the northwest?
Yes. Sitters set their own coverage areas. Many Calgary sitters cover their own quadrant; some cover the whole city. Use the Calgary filter and check each sitter's coverage map before booking. Auburn Bay, Tuscany, and Royal Oak are all well covered.
My cat is on thyroid medication twice daily. Can the sitter handle it?
Yes if the sitter is medication-experienced. Filter for 'medication experienced' and message a few sitters in chat. Show them the pill form (tablet, capsule, transdermal gel), the dose, and the timing. Most Calgary sitters who handle daily medication will ask for a brief demo at the meet and greet.
How do I keep the heating set right during a multi-day booking?
Leave the thermostat at your normal indoor temperature, usually 19 to 21 degrees C, for the duration of the booking. Do not let it drop below 18 in winter; cats can get uncomfortable and water pipes near outside walls can freeze. Ask the sitter to confirm the thermostat reading on the first visit.
Can I find a sitter for a Banff or Canmore weekend?
Most Calgary owners book the sitter to visit the Calgary home while the cat stays in familiar territory. A few sitters do travel to Banff or Canmore for in-home care; mention the location in your booking request. For most weekend trips, Calgary drop-in visits are easier and cheaper.
My cat is older and on a special diet. Will the sitter follow the routine?
Yes. Sitters follow your written feeding instructions exactly. Specify the brand, the portion in grams or cups, and the timing. Many Calgary owners feed senior or renal cats two or three small meals per day; the sitter can split a single visit into two short ones if needed, billed separately.
Is the $20,000 CAD vet protection automatic in Calgary?
Yes. Every Petme booking includes up to $20,000 CAD in emergency vet protection at any licensed Alberta vet clinic during the sitter's care window. No deductible, no enrollment, no extra fee. Coverage runs from the first visit to the last visit.
Ready to book a cat sitter in Lakeview?
Download the Petme app, set your dates, and your cat keeps its own routine. Cashback hits your balance automatically once the booking completes.