Hire a pet sitter in Oshawa on Petme

Your first booking

$63

3 visits

$1.89 back

Every booking after

$61.11

~~was $63~~ for 3 visits

3 bookings like this cost you $185.22 on Petme and $209.79 on typical platforms.

You pay $24.57 less with Petme

No owner feeID and background checked pet sitters

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Free for pet owners across Canada · iOS and Android

Example: 3 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.

Read reviews from owners nearby, then book in the app. No owner fee.

Verified dog and cat sitters in Oshawa. No service fee for pet owners, automatic cashback into your in-app balance, and up to CAD 32,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.

Owner fee on every booking

CAD 32,000

maximum toward eligible vet costs

Cashback

Automatic, every booking

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Oshawa

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

Natasha

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few days

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

From CA$30

Garrett Morris

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I've never met a fuzzy little friend that doesn'tlike me

Oshawa

From CA$20

michayla

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

College student looking to earn some extra money while spending time with some furry friends! Reliable, caring, and happy to give your pup a fun time

Whitby

From CA$20

Andrew Binet

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

Modern day dog Whisperer

Oshawa

From CA$15

Julia Nice

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Biology Student with a Big Heart for Animals!🐱

Clarington

From CA$15

Shaizal

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi! I’m a caring, patient, and attentive cat lover who will treat your feline friends like family! I’ll make sure your cats feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away, with plenty of care, pl

Markham

From CA$50

Carmen

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I retired. I love dogs verymuch. I had been having 3 dogs at the same time during the past years. I am now remaining one Chow Chow and she is getting old. I know she finally will leave me and I won't

Markham

From CA$25

Wilmary & david

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Expert sitters for peace of mind😉

Toronto

From CA$45

Ella

Availability confirmed 7d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I am a reliable and trustworthy caregiver for the pets of my family and friends, as well as for my incredibly loved 12 year old Schnoodle. I’m happy to do drop in visits and am comfortable walking dog

Toronto

From CA$20

Mel

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few days

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

From CA$20

Neighbourhoods

Sitters across Oshawa

Petme sitters work in every Oshawa neighbourhood. Common areas include:

Downtown OshawaMcLaughlinLakeviewEastdalePinecrestVanier

The cashback maths

What you save on a typical booking

Worked example: a five-night dog boarding stay in Oshawa at CAD 50 per night.

	Typical platforms	Petme
Sitter rate (5 nights × CAD 50)	CAD 250	CAD 250
Pet-owner service fee	CAD 38–50	CAD 0
Booking subtotal	CAD 288–300	CAD 250
Cashback into your balance	CAD 0	−CAD 12.50
Effective cost	CAD 288–300	CAD 237.50

Competitor column reflects platforms that charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter rate. Petme charges pet owners 0% and adds automatic cashback.

Comparison

Petme vs typical platforms in Canada

Typical platforms

Pet owners pay a platform service fee on top of every booking.

No cashback. Repeat bookings cost the same as the first.

Emergency vet costs limited or behind a paid tier.

Sitter and owner data shared with third-party ad networks.

Petme

Pet owners pay 0% on Petme. The sitter sets the rate. You pay only the rate.

Automatic cashback on every completed booking, credited straight to your Petme balance.

Up to CAD 32,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.

Verified sitter profiles, in-app chat, no third-party ad tracking on booking pages.

Protection and cashback

Protection and cashback, automatic

Protection Plan up to CAD 32,000

The Protection Plan can contribute up to CAD 32,000 toward eligible vet costs if something happens during the stay. Protection is automatic, has no deductible, and applies whether you book one walk or a two-week boarding. Works at any licensed Canadian vet clinic.

Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in

When a booking completes, cashback is credited to your Petme balance straight away. Use it on your next booking. The more you book, the more you get back. Sitter rates stay the same.

How it works

Search by city and service

Pick your dates, choose a service, and browse verified sitters in your neighbourhood.

Message in chat, meet in person

Free meet and greet with any sitter before you book. Hand over keys, routines, and vet contacts.

Book inside the app, get cashback

Confirm the booking, the sitter is notified, and cashback lands automatically when the stay is done.

Services in this city

Services in Oshawa

Dog walking Drop-in visits Doggy daycare House sitting

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pet sitter cost in Oshawa?

Typical rates in Oshawa are CAD 40–60 per night for dog boarding, CAD 18–28 per dog walk, and CAD 20–35 per drop-in visit. Sitters set their own rates and they’re shown on each profile.

Are sitters in Oshawa really vetted?

Yes. Every sitter in Oshawa passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check. First reviews are tagged so you can see how new sitters compare to established ones.

What does the 0% owner fee actually mean in Oshawa?

Other platforms charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter’s rate at checkout. Petme charges pet owners 0%. You pay only the rate the sitter sets, in CAD.

How does the cashback work for Oshawa bookings?

When you complete a booking with a sitter in Oshawa, Petme credits cashback into your in-app balance. Spend it on your next booking. No expiry, no minimum.

What if my pet needs a vet during a Oshawa stay?

The Protection Plan can contribute up to CAD 32,000 toward eligible vet costs at any licensed Canadian vet clinic. See the Protection Plan terms for what qualifies and how to submit a request.

Can I find a weekend dog walker in Downtown Oshawa?

Yes. Oshawa sitters list weekend availability on their profiles. Filter by your dates and you only see sitters who are free on those days. Many Downtown Oshawa sitters also do daily drop-ins for owners commuting downtown.

How do Oshawa sitters handle winter dog walks?

Experienced Oshawa sitters use pet-safe ice melt zones, paw balm for salt and ice, and shorter loops when temperatures drop. Discuss your dog’s cold tolerance at the meet and greet.

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