Verified cat sitters
Every Toronto cat sitter is identity-verified, background-checked, and reviewed by real cat owners in your neighbourhood.
Verified profilesCat sitters across Toronto, from condos to the suburbs
Toronto cats mostly live indoors, from downtown high-rises to Scarborough houses. Book drop-in visits, in-home sitting, or boarding with verified sitters across the GTA. Every booking includes CAD 32,000 in Protection Plan.
Find a Cat Sitter in Toronto0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
$420
On Petme$407+$13 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
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Cat care services in Toronto
Cat Boarding
Your cat stays overnight in a quiet, cat-safe Toronto home with personal attention and cosy sleeping spots. No loud kennels, no cages.
In-Home Cat Sitting
A sitter stays in your Toronto home while you travel. Your cat keeps their territory, their routine, and their favourite sunny windowsill.
Drop-In Visits
A sitter visits your home to feed, clean the litter box, play, and give your cat attention. Perfect for independent cats who love their own space.
Verified pet sitters in Toronto
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Alina
From CA$18
Availability confirmed 2d ago
your pets temporary new best friend
Toronto
Noah Gould
From $10
Availability confirmed 12d ago
your pet won’t want me to leave after we have the best time together
Toronto
Jimena
From CA$18
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Profesional Pet cuddler for hire🐶🐱
Toronto
Alisha Burman
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 15d ago
8 years of pet caring experience—caring for your pets with the same love and attention I give my own.
Toronto
Treasure
From CA$18
Availability confirmed yesterday
I treat every pet like they're already my best friend, patient, attentive, and always down for extra walks and cuddles 🐾
Toronto
Marilyn Penny
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 12d ago
I have owned and cared for pets for many years and I'm happy to provide the same level of care for your fur babies 🐾
Toronto
Francesca Bonta
From CA$30
Availability confirmed 6d ago
fur babies make life better
Toronto
Lateefah
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Loving, reliable pet care focused on keeping your pet comfortable, happy, and stress-free while you’re away.
Toronto
Summer Bakar
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Your pet’s new favorite human. Long walks, gentle patience, and photo updates that prove they’re thriving while you’re away. 🌺
Toronto
Natalie Jurkiewicz
From $35
Availability confirmed 3d ago
I love dogs more than people
Toronto
Jeneva
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Hello! My name is Jeneva 💕 I am based in Toronto and available for walking, check-in’s and occasional house sittings all at an affordable price. I’m so excited to meet new friendly faces 🐶🐱P.S. As
Toronto
Lauren Shields
From CA$10
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Your dogs’ second best friend
Toronto
D
Daniela
From CA$30
Availability confirmed 11d ago
“Happy Paws – Expert training & loving care for every dog!”
Toronto
Pema
From CA$15
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Loving care for your pets, right when they need it most. 🐾🤍
Toronto
Mel
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Hello! My name is Melany Dariela Navarro Calero, and I am passionate about caring for pets as if they were my own family. I offer safe, fun, and loving dog walks, home visits, and pet care. Whether yo
Toronto
Brandon Henry
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Your pet’s new best friend! Reliable, active care with plenty of fun, patient attention, and photo check-ins so you know your furry family member is thriving while you’re away. 🐾📸
Toronto
Naz
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 15d ago
Experienced K9 Security/Dog Daycare worker. Currently working as a Dog/Cat Sitter.
Toronto
Cleo Bol
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Hi there! 👋 My name’s Cleo and I’m based in Glen Shields! I’ve loved and cared for dogs and cats my whole life, and animals have always been a huge part of my heart. Book with me to have the best pe
Vaughan
Caniece Bailey
From CA$15
Availability confirmed 14d ago
I’m a girl that loves to talk, your pet won’t feel alone with me
Toronto
Jennifer
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 9d ago
For the love of animals<3 I have 5 years of pet sitting experience and am currently volunteering at Ontario's SPCA and owning a pet first aid/CPR certificate from Red Cross. Location: Scarborough, T
Toronto
Breanna
From CA$23
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Hi, I’m Bre 🤍 Dog mom to a Maltipoo and a Pitbull. Taking care of your fur baby like it’s my own. I offer calm, attentive walks and in-home visits tailored to your dog’s routine, energy, and comfor
Brampton
Kunal
From CA$50
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Hello, I am based in Mississauga, I grew up with Rabbits and cats at home and dogs, cows at farm Although we don't have any pets at the moment because we move, our family would love your pets like our
Mississauga
Wendy
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 8d ago
I’m a reliable and responsible pet sitter who loves animals and enjoys spending time in nature. I’m calm, attentive, and dedicated to making sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for.
Brampton
Sara
From CA$10
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Caring for your pets like they’re my own. ❤️
Newmarket
Anastacelia
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Personalized Pet Care🐾
Newmarket
Kailey
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Need someone reliable to care for your pet? I’m your girl! I offer pet walking, sitting, boarding, and check-ins, whatever your pet needs, I’m here to help. Feel free to reach out with any questions
Glen Williams
Garrett Morris
From CA$20
Availability confirmed today
I've never met a fuzzy little friend that doesn'tlike me
Oshawa
Natasha
From CA$50
Availability confirmed today
Pets are my biggest passion, they are your family, and if you give me the opportunity to care for them they would become my family as well! Thank you and Ilook forwardto meeting you and your fuzzy or
Oshawa
Cat sitters by Toronto neighbourhood
Most cat owners book a sitter who is already a short walk away, so visits stay punctual. These are the Toronto areas with their own page.
Cat-friendly neighbourhoods in Toronto
Where Toronto cats feel right at home
The Annex and Yorkville
Quiet residential streets with tree-lined avenues and sunlit apartments. Many experienced cat sitters live in this central area, offering peaceful homes perfect for boarding sensitive cats.
- Quiet residential streets
- Sunlit apartments
- Central location
Leslieville and Riverdale
A vibrant east-end neighbourhood with Victorian homes, bay windows for bird-watching, and a strong community of cat owners. Several vet clinics are minutes away.
- Bay windows for cats
- Nearby vet clinics
- Community of cat lovers
Rosedale and Midtown
Leafy, low-traffic streets with spacious homes and gardens. Indoor cats can watch squirrels and birds from large windows while sitters provide attentive in-home care.
- Low-traffic streets
- Spacious homes
- Garden views for cats
Cat care tips for Toronto
Keep your cat safe and comfortable through Toronto's seasons
Winter heating and dry air
Toronto winters mean cranked-up heating and dry indoor air. Keep a water fountain running and consider a humidifier to prevent dehydration and dry skin in cats.
Summer condo heat
High-rise condos in Toronto can overheat on summer days. Ensure air conditioning runs when you leave, and ask your sitter to check window temperatures.
Open window dangers
Toronto condo cats face "high-rise syndrome" when windows or balcony doors open in warm months. Ensure screens are secure and your sitter knows to keep them closed.
Indoor enrichment
Most Toronto cats are indoor cats in apartments and condos. Interactive toys, cat trees, and window perches keep them stimulated while you are away.
Why Petme
Why Toronto cat owners choose Petme
Stress-free cat care with real protection.
Home environment
Your cat is cared for in a calm, familiar setting. No stressful boarding facilities, no barking dogs, just a quiet home with personal attention.
Calm and quietCAD 32,000 Protection Plan
Every booking includes up to CAD 32,000 through the Petme Protection Plan. No deductibles, no hidden fees.
Peace of mind, built inMeet and greet first
Schedule a free meet-and-greet so your cat can sniff out their sitter before the first stay. Cats approve on their own terms.
Cat-approvedFrequently asked questions about cat sitters in Toronto
Everything you need to know before booking a cat sitter
How much does cat sitting cost in Toronto?
Cat sitting in Toronto typically ranges from $20 to $45 per night for boarding, $35 to $65 for in-home sitting, and $15 to $25 per drop-in visit. All bookings include CAD 32,000 in Protection Plan.
Can I find a cat sitter who comes to my home in Toronto?
Yes. Most Toronto cat sitters on Petme offer in-home visits and house sitting. Your cat stays in their own territory, which reduces stress significantly.
Are Toronto cat sitters on Petme insured?
Every Petme booking includes up to CAD 32,000 through the Petme Protection Plan. No additional cost.
Which Toronto neighbourhoods have cat sitters?
Petme has cat sitters across Toronto including Downtown, The Annex, Leslieville, Rosedale, North York, Etobicoke, Scarborough, and all GTA areas.
Cat sitting in Toronto
Toronto is Canada's largest city and home to hundreds of thousands of cat owners. From downtown condos to suburban townhouses, cats are part of the fabric of every neighbourhood. The city's vertical living makes in-home cat care especially important, as most Toronto cats are indoor-only.
Petme connects Toronto cat owners with local, verified sitters who offer boarding, in-home sitting, and drop-in visits. No booking fees, no kennels, just trusted neighbours who love cats.
Whether your cat rules a Yorkville penthouse or a Leslieville walk-up, Petme makes it easy to find someone who understands that cats need routine, territory, and a familiar human touch.
Sitters experienced with all cat breeds
Coverage across the Greater Toronto Area
Same-day booking available
Average sitter rating: 4.9 out of 5
Pet Sitting in Canada
Explore all the pet care opportunities across Canada. See local rates, find pet owners near you, and join a thriving community of pet lovers.
Explore CanadaAverage rates in Canada
Dog Walking
$18 – $35/walk
Drop-In Visit
$18 – $30/visit
Boarding
$40 – $75/night
House Sitting
$50 – $90/night
Day Care
$30 – $55/day
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About cat sitting in Toronto
Toronto has the densest concentration of condo cats in Canada. Owners in the downtown core, Liberty Village, Yorkville, and the waterfront book drop-in visits more than any other Canadian city, since most cats here are indoor-only and the building rules around dog walking simply do not apply. Single-cat condos are the typical booking; a sitter visits once a day on short trips and twice a day for absences over five days.
Toronto`s vet network is dense. VEC on Wellesley, the Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital on Sheppard, VCA Animal Hospitals in Yorkville and the Beaches, and 24-hour clinics across North York are reachable within twenty minutes from almost every neighbourhood. Every Petme booking includes up to ${VET_CA} in emergency Protection Plan at no extra cost, so an emergency visit during the sitter`s care window is covered from the first visit to the last. Owners with diabetic, renal, or hyperthyroid cats often filter for sitters with medication experience and book a meet and greet first.
Toronto cat owners travel hard. Cottages in Muskoka and Prince Edward County over the summer, weekend trips to Montreal and New York, family visits during the December break. Petme handles the gap: the cat stays in its own routine, the sitter takes care of feeding and litter, and you see daily photo updates without paying a platform fee. Most Toronto drop-in visits run $22 to $35 CAD per visit depending on neighbourhood and number of cats.
Practical tips for Toronto cat owners
Local cat care notes
High-rise window safety
Toronto condo windows often tilt open for ventilation. Confirm with your sitter which windows are safe to open and which need to stay shut, especially on high floors.
Winter dry-air strategy
Toronto winters dry indoor air sharply. Ask the sitter to top up water bowls each visit and consider a small humidifier near the cat's sleeping spot.
Balcony lock-down
Plenty of Toronto balconies have gaps a curious cat can squeeze through. Lock the balcony door for the duration of the booking and tell the sitter so they keep it that way.
Multi-cat water stations
For two-cat homes, leave water bowls in two separate rooms. Cats compete over single water sources when the owner is away, and one cat may go thirsty.
Frequently asked questions
Cat sitter questions in Toronto
How much does a cat sitter cost in Toronto?
Drop-in cat visits in Toronto typically cost $22 to $35 CAD per visit. Visits in Yorkville, the financial district, and Rosedale sit at the higher end; Scarborough and Etobicoke tend to be a little lower. Overnight cat sitting (a sitter stays at your home) runs $55 to $90 CAD per night. Sitters set their own rates and you see the total before booking.
How many visits per day does my Toronto cat need?
For a healthy adult cat, one visit per day is enough for absences up to four nights. For longer absences, two visits per day is the Petme recommendation, since cats notice the silence in a quiet condo after several days. Kittens, senior cats, and cats on medication should always get two visits per day.
Do Toronto cat sitters administer medication?
Many do. Filter for sitters tagged 'medication experienced' or message in chat before booking. Pills wrapped in pate, oral drops, ear drops, and subcutaneous fluids for renal cats are routine. Insulin injections for diabetic cats are handled by sitters who have done it before; share the brand and dose so the sitter can confirm comfort during the meet and greet.
Can I find a sitter for a Muskoka cottage weekend?
Most Toronto owners book the sitter to visit the Toronto home while the cat stays in familiar territory. A few sitters do travel north for in-home cat care; mention the cottage location in your booking request and the dates you need covered.
What does a drop-in cat visit include?
Fresh food and water, litter scoop or change, fifteen to twenty minutes of play with a wand toy or feather, brushing if your cat enjoys it, and a quick check that windows are closed and the balcony door is locked. The sitter sends a photo update before leaving so you see the cat is calm.
How do I meet the sitter before the first booking?
Arrange a free meet and greet through Petme chat. Most Toronto owners do a 20-minute meeting where you hand over keys or fob, walk through the feeding routine, show where the litter is stored, and confirm the cat is comfortable. After that the booking is confirmed from the app.
My cat is shy and hides under the bed. Will the sitter handle it?
Yes. Plenty of Toronto condos have one bold cat and one shy cat, and sitters are used to the pattern. The sitter still refills food and water, scoops litter, looks for the shy cat, and reports what they observed. Most shy cats start showing up by the third or fourth visit once the sitter is part of the routine.
Is there a service fee for cat owners in Toronto?
No. Petme charges cat owners 0% service fee in Toronto and across Canada. You pay only the sitter rate, and you earn cashback on every completed booking, credited automatically to your Petme balance for the next time.