Petme · Toronto

Cat drop-ins and overnight stays across Toronto

Sitters used to buzzer codes, fobs and parcel rooms. No owner service fee.

Verified dog and cat sitters in Toronto. 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.

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0% 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.

0%
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 Toronto

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

Alina

Alina

From CA$18

Availability confirmed 13d ago

your pets temporary new best friend

Toronto
Treasure

Treasure

From CA$18

Availability confirmed 3d ago

I treat every pet like they're already my best friend, patient, attentive, and always down for extra walks and cuddles 🐾

Toronto
Marilyn Penny

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
Julieta G

Julieta G

From CA$12

Availability confirmed 14d ago

WFH pet lover: endless belly rubs and zero lonely days!

Toronto
Pema

Pema

From CA$15

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Loving care for your pets, right when they need it most. 🐾🤍

Toronto
Mel

Mel

From CA$20

Availability confirmed yesterday

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
Fran Chelsey

Fran Chelsey

From CA$150

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Hi! Im Chelsey, I really love interacting with other dogs and I also love walking around. All of the money I'll get here will be for my tuition. ♥️♥️♥️

Vaughan
Kaashee :)

Kaashee :)

From CA$15

Availability confirmed 6d ago

🎉 Welcome! What sets me apart is that I’ve always believed that caring for a pet is about much more than simply feeding them and taking them for walks—it’s about making them feel safe, loved, comfort

Vaughan
Bhagyashri Nene

Bhagyashri Nene

From CA$15

Availability confirmed today

Dedicated Cat SitterI 🐱 Your Cat's Second Favourite Human |

Mississauga
Shaizal

Shaizal

From CA$70

Availability confirmed today

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
Carmen

Carmen

From CA$25

Availability confirmed 6d ago

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
sofia

sofia

From CA$15

Availability confirmed today

I’ve always loved animals and know how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pets. I’d love to help take care of your furry family members and make sure they feel safe, happy, and lo

Vaughan
Kunal

Kunal

From CA$50

Availability confirmed 13d 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
Anastacelia

Anastacelia

From CA$25

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Personalized Pet Care🐾

Newmarket
michayla

michayla

From CA$20

Availability confirmed 6d ago

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
Garrett Morris

Garrett Morris

From CA$20

Availability confirmed 5d ago

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

Oshawa
Natasha

Natasha

From CA$30

Availability confirmed 4d ago

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

Neighbourhoods

Sitters across Toronto

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

Liberty VillageLeslievilleThe AnnexYorkvilleThe BeachesThe JunctionKing WestRiverdaleRoncesvallesCabbagetownForest HillHigh ParkNorth York

Pet sitting in Toronto

what booking a sitter in Toronto actually involves

Most Toronto bookings come down to two things the rest of Canada worries about less: getting a sitter into your building, and what the walk looks like once they're outside. A big share of owners here live in condos across Liberty Village, King West, CityPlace, and the waterfront, so a booking usually starts with a concierge handoff or a time-limited smart-lock code rather than a key under the mat. Towers with no on-site pet relief area make a mid-day drop-in worth more than it sounds, since a dog can't wait out a full work day without an outdoor break.

The outdoor half is shaped by Toronto's geography. The ravine system threads through almost every neighbourhood, and the city records most coyote-dog encounters in and around it, with The Beaches, High Park, Riverdale, and the Don trails seeing regular activity at dawn and dusk. An experienced local walker keeps dogs leashed in those corridors and knows which loops to avoid. Winter is the other constant: road salt burns paws, so sitters here lean on pet-safe ice melt, paw balm, and shorter loops when it drops below freezing.

You pay only the rate the sitter sets, with a 0% owner fee, cashback credited after each booking, and Protection Plan up to CAD 32,000 for eligible vet costs at any licensed Canadian clinic.

The cashback maths

What you save on a typical booking

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

Typical platformsPetme
Sitter rate (5 nights × CAD 50)CAD 250CAD 250
Pet-owner service feeCAD 38–50CAD 0
Booking subtotalCAD 288–300CAD 250
Cashback into your balanceCAD 0−CAD 12.50
Effective costCAD 288–300CAD 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 other 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

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 Toronto

Dog walkingCat sittersDrop-in visitsDoggy daycareHouse sitting

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pet sitter cost in Toronto?
Typical rates in Toronto 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 Toronto really vetted?
Yes. Every sitter in Toronto 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 Toronto?
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 Toronto bookings?
When you complete a booking with a sitter in Toronto, 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 Toronto 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 Liberty Village?
Yes. Toronto sitters list weekend availability on their profiles. Filter by your dates and you only see sitters who are free on those days. Many Liberty Village sitters also do daily drop-ins for owners commuting downtown.
Can sitters access my Toronto condo?
Yes. Most Toronto owners arrange a building visitor pass or concierge handoff during the meet and greet. Share the sitter’s Petme profile and ID with your concierge ahead of time.
How do Toronto sitters handle winter dog walks?
Experienced Toronto 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.
Are sitters in Toronto aware of coyote sightings?
Yes. Toronto sitters know the trail and park areas with documented coyote activity, keep dogs leashed in those zones, and know what to do during an encounter. Share any local routes you want sitters to avoid.
how much does a dog sitter cost in Toronto?
Across Canada, dog boarding typically runs CAD 40 to 85 a night, dog walks CAD 18 to 32 each, and drop-in visits CAD 18 to 38, with major metros like Toronto sitting at the top of those ranges. Sitters set their own rates and the exact price shows on each profile before you book. Petme charges pet owners a 0% fee, so you pay the rate the sitter lists with no platform markup on top.
can I find a sitter in a downtown Toronto condo building?
Yes. Petme has heavy sitter coverage in condo-dense areas like Liberty Village, King West, CityPlace, and the waterfront, where the standard setup is a concierge handoff or a smart-lock code arranged at the meet and greet. Confirm your building's pet rules and any visitor-pass requirement first, since some towers cap pet weight or restrict common-area access.
do Toronto sitters know how to handle coyote areas and winter walks?
Experienced Toronto walkers keep dogs leashed near the ravine system and parks like High Park, The Beaches, and the Don trails where the city logs coyote activity, and they avoid dawn and dusk loops in those zones. In winter they use pet-safe ice melt, paw balm against road salt, and shorter routes in deep cold. Raise your dog's routes and cold tolerance at the meet and greet.

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