In Toronto, Ontario, the cost of cat sitting averages between $11 and $16 per day for daytime services, and $37 to $60 per night for overnight services.
This range is lower than the national rate for daytime services, which is $22.00 per day, but higher than the national rate for overnight care, which is $51.65 per night.
Cat sitting covers personalized care services for when a pet parent is away or needs an extra hand. Cat house sitting in Toronto costs an average of $60.08 per night, while drop-in visits cost $24.52 per visit and boarding costs $43.36 per night.
Here’s what to budget for, plus the factors that make care cost more or less and tips for finding the rates that work for you.
Cat Sitting Rates in Toronto by Service Type
In Toronto, drop-ins will generally be the cheapest option, while house sitting is more expensive. Note that these rates don’t include HST.
| Cat Sitting Service | Cost |
| Drop-in visits | $20 to $27 |
| House sitting in your home | $42 to $70 per night |
| Boarding | $32 to $50 per night |
Not sure how to decide between house sitting and drop-in visits? Healthy adult cats typically do well with one to two drop-in visits per day. But kittens and senior cats, cats with health issues, and very social kitties benefit from the supervision offered by a house sitter.
Add-On Fees for Cat Sitting Services
Different factors like your cat’s age and needs can impact the cost of cat sitting. For example, you can see the average upcharge for boarding an additional cat below.
| Drop-In | Overnight Boarding | In-House Sitting |
| $8.97 | $18.54 | $19.83 |
Other add-ons might include:
- Bathing and grooming: +$5.67
- Transportation to/from your cat sitter: +$8.08
- Longer drop-ins (60 min): +$13.97
You might also see increases in your rate for things like:
- Sitter experience: Sitters with lots of years of cat care under their belts are likely to be in high demand and may charge higher rates.
- High needs cats: Care for cats who need special care, like daily injections or grooming, may cost more.
- Extra household chores: If your home requires maintenance beyond the usual, it’s a good idea to discuss an increased rate.
- Appointments: Budget extra if your cat has places to go, like the groomer or the vet.
- Constant care: If your pet can’t be left alone, you might pay an additional fee for their care.
Holiday Rates for Toronto Cat Sitting
Cat sitting in Toronto will also get more expensive during the holidays, when sitters often raise prices to compensate for limited availability and the extra attention pets may require during these periods.
Expect to pay more per night in Toronto for holidays like:
- New Year’s Day
- Family Day
- Good Friday
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
How much you can expect to pay for holidays depends on the type of service you book. You can see the average additional cost for holiday cat sitting in the table below.
| Drop-In | Overnight Boarding | In-House Sitting |
| $29.98 | $50.94 | $70.37 |
For the best chance of getting the rates that fit your budget, reach out to sitters early. Pet parents in Toronto typically lock in their cat sitter:
- 12.9 days ahead for drop-ins
- 14.7 days ahead for boarding
- 22.1 days ahead for house sitting
For popular holidays, you may need to start your search even earlier.
Finding the Right Cat Sitter in Toronto
Keep in mind that price is just one factor in choosing the right sitter for your cat—so it’s important not to jump at the first sitter in Toronto who’s in your budget. Take the time to ask questions, suss out red and green flags, and thoroughly read reviews of the sitter.
You can also use Rover to filter for your preferences, confirm background checks, and schedule a meet and greet. It’s easy to compare sitter profiles on Rover to ensure you’ve found a good fit for your cat.
Note: These prices are accurate as of September 2025, as pulled from Rover’s data.
