Find drop-in pet visits in Ottawa with 0% fees

Your first booking

$63

3 visits

$1.89 back

Every booking after

$61.11

~~was $63~~ for 3 visits

9 bookings like this cost you $551.88 on Petme and $629.37 on typical platforms.

You pay $77.49 less with Petme

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Example: 9 bookings of 3 visits at $63 each. Cashback up to $20 per booking. Typical platforms add an 11-15% fee for owners on every booking. This example uses 11%. Example close to what Petme sitters charge.

No booking fee, no service fee, no markup on short-visit pet care in Ottawa. Cashback lands in your in-app balance after each stay, and the Protection Plan can contribute up to CAD 32,000 toward eligible vet costs.

Midday pet care in Ottawa, on the terms the city sets. Housing here is mostly low-rise with a yard and a driveway, and the winter sidewalk is salted rather than cleared. Sitters plan around both.

Owner fee on every booking

CAD 32,000

maximum toward eligible vet costs

300K+

Members on Petme

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

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Why pet owners in Ottawa pick Petme

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Identity and background checks for every sitter. Real reviews from real Ottawa pet owners.

CAD 32,000 Protection Plan

The Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to CAD 32,000 toward eligible vet costs at any licensed Canadian vet clinic.

Cashback instead of fees

0% owner fee. Automatic cashback on every completed booking, credited to your Petme balance.

Sitters across Ottawa

Coverage across every neighbourhood of Ottawa and surrounding areas. Message multiple sitters in chat before you book.

Pricing

What does drop-in visits cost in Ottawa?

Ottawa midday pet care: the practical detail: sitters set their own rates in CAD and the range below reflects what bookings in Ottawa actually go for. You see the exact rate before you book.

from CAD 22

Standard per visit

CAD 22–38

Typical range in Ottawa

Owner fee

Verified pet sitters in Ottawa

ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.

5 average from 1 reviews by Ottawa pet parents

Katie McCarthy

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Looking forward to dog walk adventures!

Ottawa

From CA$12

Rania

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few days

Belly rubs, walks, patience and all the treats, I am your pet’s new best friend!

Ottawa

From CA$15

Etienne De St Michel-Dutch

5(1)

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Patient, Earnest, and Thoughtful (PET) are pillars I stay true to when caring for pets, so you don't have to worry about your pets while you are away.

Ottawa

From CA$18

Paul

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Ottawa

From CA$25

Paola

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi, My name is Paola, I’ve been dog sitting for 4+ years. I have a senior dog 14+ taking care of him, walking him and driving around the city.

Ottawa

From CA$50

Amélie

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Just a girl who loves animals and enjoys taking care of them, so you can enjoy your vacation stress-free. 🤍🌸

Gatineau

From CA$15

Caroline Chrétien

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Professionnelle des câlins, au service des poilus

Gatineau

From CA$20

Saoirse Jamison

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Like Nancy said "These boots are made for walking." So let them walk your dog!

Ottawa

From CA$20

Jennifer Todd

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Usually replies within a day

I'm your pets new favourite Auntie!

Ottawa

From CA$25

Coverage

Neighbourhoods in Ottawa

Petme sitters cover ByWard Market, The Glebe, Westboro and the rest of Ottawa, plus the surrounding area. Filter by the neighbourhood you actually need.

ByWard MarketThe GlebeWestboroCentretownOld Ottawa SouthKanataOrleansBarrhavenVanierHintonburg

Drop-in visits in Ottawa

How drop-in visits work in Ottawa

Ottawa drop-in visits suit cats in Centretown and ByWard Market condos and in Glebe, Westboro and Old Ottawa South homes, where a sitter stops in for a short feed, water refresh and litter scoop instead of an overnight stay. Suburban Kanata, Barrhaven and Orleans owners use the same quick check for indoor pets through long workdays and travel. A drop-in visit in Ottawa runs CAD 22 to 38, the sitter keeps up to 90%, and 0% booking fee applies to you.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What if my pet needs medication?

Many Ottawa sitters administer oral medication and topical applications. Discuss specifics at the meet and greet.

Are sitters in Ottawa verified?

Yes. Every sitter passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check.

do drop-in visits cover suburban Ottawa like Kanata or Barrhaven?

Yes, Ottawa drop-in visits reach Kanata, Barrhaven and Orleans, not just the downtown core. You book a sitter near your suburb who comes by to feed, water and scoop the litter, which suits commuters whose cats are alone all day far from Centretown.

can I find a drop-in sitter close to my Ottawa suburb instead of downtown?

Yes, you search by your own address, so a sitter near Barrhaven or Orleans is matched to a Barrhaven or Orleans cat rather than someone driving in from Centretown. A nearby sitter means the feeding, water and litter visit happens on time even when the rest of the city is across the river.

How much is a drop-in visit in Ottawa?

CAD 22–38 per visit is typical for a 30-minute visit in Ottawa. Sitters set their own rates and you see the exact price before booking.

How long is a typical visit?

Most drop-ins in Ottawa are 30 minutes. Longer visits (45-60 minutes) are available with most sitters; rate scales accordingly.

Can I book multiple visits per day?

Yes. Two or three visits per day are common for dogs left at home during work hours or cats on medication.

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