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 · Gatineau
Cat sitters in Gatineau Sector, Gatineau
Verified local cat sitters for drop-in visits, feeding, litter care, and gentle play in Gatineau Sector.
ID-checked sitters, transparent ratings, and $20,000 CAD in vet protection on every booking. Most Petme cat sitters in Gatineau Sector 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 Gatineau Sector
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Cat sitter questions in Gatineau
How much does a cat sitter cost in Gatineau?
Drop-in cat visits in Gatineau typically cost $18 to $26 CAD per visit. Hull and the Plateau sit at the higher end; the deeper Gatineau and Buckingham sectors are a little lower. Overnight in-home sitting runs $45 to $70 CAD per night. Sitters set their own rate and you see the total before booking.
Do Gatineau sitters speak French?
Yes, most do. Sitters list their languages on their profile; filter for French if you want to manage the booking in French from chat through to the meet and greet. The Petme platform is available in French, and sitter notes and photo captions can be in French throughout.
Can an Ottawa sitter cover my Gatineau home?
Some can. Sitters set their own coverage areas; most Gatineau-based sitters cover Gatineau only, but some Ottawa sitters cross the bridges for regular clients. Use the Gatineau filter first; if the pool is thin in your sector, expand to Ottawa sitters and check their coverage maps.
I work for the federal government and travel often. Can sitters handle short-notice bookings?
Yes. Most Gatineau sitters handle short-notice bookings if you have already done a meet and greet. Save two or three sitters as favourites and message them when travel is confirmed. Same-day bookings work outside peak holidays.
My cat is on medication. Can the sitter manage?
Yes if the sitter is medication-experienced. Filter for 'medication experienced' and message a few sitters in chat. Pills, oral drops, ear drops, and subcutaneous fluids for renal cats are routine. Demonstrate at the meet and greet.
How do I keep the thermostat right during a winter trip?
Set the thermostat at 19 to 21 degrees C for the booking. Do not let it drop below 18; pipes near outside walls can freeze during Quebec cold snaps. Ask the sitter to confirm the thermostat reading at the first visit.
Can I book a sitter for a Gatineau Hills weekend?
Most Gatineau owners book the sitter to visit the Gatineau home while the cat stays in familiar territory. A few sitters travel into the Hills for in-home cat care during longer trips; mention the location and dates in your booking request.
Is the $20,000 CAD vet protection valid at Quebec vet clinics?
Yes. Every Petme booking in Gatineau includes up to $20,000 CAD in emergency vet protection at any licensed Quebec 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 Gatineau Sector?
Download the Petme app, set your dates, and your cat keeps its own routine. Cashback hits your balance automatically once the booking completes.