Verified cat sitters
Every Vancouver sitter is identity-verified and reviewed by real cat owners in your area.
Verified profilesCat sitters in Vancouver, rain or shine
From West End apartments to Kitsilano character homes, verified Vancouver sitters handle drop-in visits, in-home sitting, and boarding. CAD 32,000 in Protection Plan comes with every booking.
Find a Cat Sitter in Vancouver0% 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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CAD 32,000
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Cat care services in Vancouver
Cat Boarding
Your cat stays overnight in a quiet Vancouver home. Personal attention, cosy spots, and zero stress from kennels or cages.
In-Home Cat Sitting
A sitter stays in your Vancouver home while you travel. Your cat keeps their routine, their territory, and their rain-watching window.
Drop-In Visits
A sitter visits to feed, clean the litter box, play, and provide companionship. Ideal for cats who prefer their own space.
Verified pet sitters in Vancouver
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Ariel
From CA$45
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Loving care for your pets, like family 🐾
Vancouver
Julia
From CA$20
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Hi, I’m Julia! Animals have always been a big part of my life, and I truly love spending time with them. I’m caring, responsible, and attentive, and I’d love to make every walk fun, safe, and enjoyabl
Vancouver
Sarah Kelsey
From CA$10
Availability confirmed 5d ago
I’m an energetic, patient dog walker who loves turning everyday walks into fun, relaxed adventures tailored to each dog’s personality.
Vancouver
Lena
From CA$35
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Flexible, reliable and excited to meet your pet! 😊
Vancouver
Kelly
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 4d ago
I am a care taker for the Clydesdale and Draft horses at Stanley Park, I'd love to take care of your furrball!
New Westminster
Yasmin
From CA$15
Availability confirmed 9d ago
I provide your furbaby with the love and care they need!
Surrey
Ashley
From CA$25
Availability confirmed 13d ago
I have been around animals my whole life, but from my adolescent years to present I have had a dog, 4 cats,snake, fish, bearded dragon and hamsters. I am a stay at home mom/wife, 3 kids 16,11&7.
Surrey
Cat sitters by Vancouver neighbourhood
Most cat owners book a sitter who is already a short walk away, so visits stay punctual. These are the Vancouver areas with their own page.
Cat-friendly neighbourhoods in Vancouver
Where Vancouver cats live their best lives
Kitsilano and Point Grey
Leafy residential streets with character homes and large windows. Many cat sitters in this area have enclosed gardens and sunrooms that cats adore.
- Character homes
- Large windows
- Quiet streets
Mount Pleasant and Main Street
A creative neighbourhood with pet-friendly apartments and a thriving community of cat owners. Vet clinics and pet shops dot every block.
- Pet-friendly buildings
- Nearby vet clinics
- Creative community
West End and Downtown
Dense apartment living with excellent indoor cat environments. Sitters here understand vertical living and keep cats entertained with window perches and interactive play.
- Apartment-savvy sitters
- Window perch setups
- Close to vet care
Cat care tips for Vancouver
Keep your cat comfortable through Vancouver's rainy coast climate
Rainy season boredom
Vancouver's long rainy season means indoor cats need extra stimulation. Ask your sitter to rotate toys and set up puzzle feeders to prevent boredom.
Balcony safety
Many Vancouver apartments have balconies. Ensure netting or screens are in place, and instruct your sitter to keep balcony doors secured.
Summer ventilation
Vancouver apartments can trap summer heat. Make sure windows have secure screens and fans are accessible for your sitter to use.
Multi-cat households
Vancouver has many multi-cat households. Ensure your sitter knows each cat's feeding schedule, medication needs, and personality quirks.
Why Petme
Why Vancouver cat owners choose Petme
Stress-free cat care with real protection.
Home environment
Cats stay in a calm home, not a stressful facility. No barking dogs, no cages, just quiet personal care.
Calm and quietCAD 32,000 Protection Plan
Every booking includes up to CAD 32,000 through the Petme Protection Plan.
Peace of mind, built inMeet and greet first
Free meet-and-greet before the first stay so your cat can approve their sitter.
Cat-approvedFrequently asked questions about cat sitters in Vancouver
Everything you need to know before booking a cat sitter
How much does cat sitting cost in Vancouver?
Cat sitting in Vancouver typically ranges from $25 to $50 per night for boarding and $15 to $28 per drop-in visit. All bookings include CAD 32,000 in Protection Plan.
Can a cat sitter come to my Vancouver apartment?
Yes. Most Vancouver cat sitters on Petme offer in-home visits and house sitting. Your cat stays in their own space.
Are Vancouver cat sitters on Petme insured?
Every Petme booking includes up to CAD 32,000 in Protection Plan.
Does Petme cover Burnaby and Richmond?
Yes. Petme has cat sitters across Metro Vancouver including Burnaby, Richmond, North Vancouver, and Surrey.
Cat sitting in Vancouver
Vancouver is one of the most pet-friendly cities in Canada, with a large population of indoor cats living in apartments, condos, and heritage homes. The city's rainy climate means most cats stay indoors, making reliable in-home care essential.
Petme connects Vancouver cat owners with local, verified sitters who offer boarding, in-home sitting, and drop-in visits with zero booking fees and CAD 32,000 Protection Plan on every stay.
Whether your cat watches the rain from a Kitsilano window or rules a West End apartment, there is a Petme sitter in Vancouver who understands feline care.
Sitters experienced with indoor cats
Coverage across Metro Vancouver
Same-day booking available
Average sitter rating: 4.9 out of 5
Pet Sitting in Canada
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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 Vancouver
Vancouver has the highest density of indoor cats of any major Canadian city outside Toronto. Downtown towers, the West End, Yaletown, and False Creek hold thousands of single-cat and two-cat condos, while Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, and Commercial Drive run heavy on character-home cat households. The drop-in visit is the default booking; most owners book one daily visit for trips up to four nights and two daily visits for longer absences.
Vancouver's Protection Plan is strong. The Vancouver Animal Emergency Clinic in Fairview, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Granville Island Veterinary Hospital, and VCA Canada West Veterinary Specialists handle emergencies within twenty minutes from most neighbourhoods. Every Petme booking includes up to CAD 32,000 in emergency Protection Plan at no extra cost. Owners of senior cats on subcutaneous fluids or hyperthyroid medication often filter for sitters with medication experience.
Vancouver cat owners travel often. Ski trips to Whistler and Sun Peaks in winter, island escapes to Tofino and the Gulf Islands in summer, family flights to Asia and Europe during long breaks. Petme keeps the cat at home in its usual routine while you are away. Most Vancouver drop-in visits run $22 to $34 CAD per visit, with the West End and Yaletown at the higher end and the suburbs a little lower.
Practical tips for Vancouver cat owners
Local cat care notes
Tower window safety
Vancouver towers often have tilt-open windows. Confirm with the sitter which windows can be opened safely. On floors above the third, keep them closed.
Rainy-season litter check
Damp coastal air in fall and winter pulls moisture into litter. Ask the sitter to scoop fully each visit rather than topping up, so the box stays dry.
Balcony nets
Vancouver balconies are a frequent escape route. Lock the balcony door for the duration of the booking. If your cat normally has supervised balcony time, pause that during the booking.
Multi-cat play rotation
In two-cat homes the bonded pair often gets all the attention. Ask the sitter to do five minutes of one-on-one play with each cat separately, especially if one is shy.
Frequently asked questions
Cat sitter questions in Vancouver
How much does a cat sitter cost in Vancouver?
Drop-in cat visits in Vancouver typically cost $22 to $34 CAD per visit. Yaletown, Coal Harbour, and West End sit at the higher end; Burnaby, Richmond, and the North Shore tend to be lower. Overnight in-home sitting runs $55 to $85 CAD per night. Sitters set their own rate; you see the total before booking.
My cat is on subcutaneous fluids for kidney disease. Can a Vancouver sitter help?
Yes, if the sitter is experienced. Filter for 'medication experienced' and message a few sitters before booking. Show the IV bag size, needle gauge, and the volume per session in chat. Most Vancouver sitters who do sub-q fluids will ask for a brief demo at the meet and greet so they are comfortable on day one.
Do Vancouver sitters cover the North Shore and the suburbs?
Yes. Sitters set their own coverage areas and many cover North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, and Richmond. Use the Vancouver filter and check each sitter's coverage map before booking. The downtown sitter pool is the largest, but the suburbs are well covered too.
I am going skiing in Whistler. Can the sitter visit my condo while I am gone?
Yes, that is the standard Vancouver booking pattern in winter. The cat stays in the condo, the sitter visits once or twice a day, and you get photo updates from the slopes. Book a week ahead for long weekends in peak ski season; the sitter pool fills up faster than at other times of year.
How do I handle the building concierge or fob access?
Hand the sitter a fob and key at the meet and greet. Most Vancouver condos do not require visitor registration for short visits, but if yours does, leave the sitter's name with the concierge before you leave. Mention the fob in the booking notes so the sitter knows to expect it.
My cat is sensitive to people. Will a sitter manage that?
Yes. Many Vancouver sitters specifically tag their profiles as suited to shy or anxious cats. The sitter follows your written feeding and litter routine, looks for the cat without forcing interaction, and reports what they observe. Most shy cats start coming out by the third or fourth visit.
Do I need to provide cat food, or does the sitter bring some?
Owners always provide the food. The sitter follows your written instructions on amount and timing. If you run out mid-trip the sitter can buy a top-up from a local pet store and you reimburse via chat. Most owners leave enough food and litter to cover the booking plus a few extra days.
Is the CAD 32,000 Protection Plan automatic?
Yes. Every Petme booking in Vancouver, whether a single visit or a two-week run, includes up to CAD 32,000 in emergency Protection Plan at any licensed BC vet clinic. No deductible, no enrollment, no extra fee. Coverage runs from the first visit to the last visit.