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Pet Sitting Near You in Barrie, ON
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13 providers in Barrie offer pet sitting, from $20–$35 per drop-in visit. Top-rated: Prehistoric Raw Dog Food - Barrie (★5.0), Pawsitively Purrfect 4 Cats Mobile Cat Care (★5.0), Iceforest Siberian Cattery- Traditional Siberian Cat breeder -Siberian kittens for sale (★5.0).
Browse 13+ pet sitting providers in Barrie and find the right provider for your pet needs.
Prefer your pet stay in their own home while you are away? Compare pet sitters offering drop-in visits, overnight stays and full house sitting, with the routine your pet already knows.
Typical local rates: Grooming $45–$95 · Vet exams $90–$160. These are estimated ranges rather than a citywide survey, so confirm current pricing with the business. Compare ratings, hours, and services to find the best option for your pet.
Providers are available in Downtown Barrie, Allandale, Bayfield Corridor, Painswick and surrounding areas.
TYPICAL PRICING
$20–$35 per drop-in visit
PROVIDERS
13 pet sitting providers in Barrie
COMMON NEEDS
Vacation travel, cats staying home, senior or anxious pets
RATINGS
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Pet Sitting in Barrie — What You Need to Know
Barrie (pop. 147,829) has 13 providers offering pet sitting services. Providers are located throughout the city, with popular areas including East End, Downtown Barrie, Allandale.
Prefer your pet stay in their own home while you are away? Compare pet sitters offering drop-in visits, overnight stays and full house sitting, with the routine your pet already knows.
Barrie combines a scenic Kempenfelt Bay waterfront with fast-growing family neighbourhoods. Pet owners are served by a wide range of groomers, veterinary businesses, boarding kennels, daycares and trainers from Allandale to the East End.
When to Look for Pet Sitting in Barrie
Pet owners in Barrie commonly seek pet sitting for cats staying home, vacation travel, senior or anxious pets, and short work trips. Whether you have a new puppy, a senior pet, or a specific concern, providers in Barrie can help.
Highly rated providers in neighbourhoods like East End, Downtown Barrie make it convenient to find pet sitting close to home.
Pet Sitting — Barrie vs Nearby Cities
If you are looking for pet sitting options beyond Barrie, nearby cities also have providers. Newmarket, Aurora all have pet sitting providers within easy driving distance.
However, Barrie offers a strong selection with competitive ratings. With providers spread across East End, Downtown Barrie, Allandale, you are likely to find a convenient option without having to travel far.
Choosing Pet Sitting in Barrie
Who typically looks for this
Cat owners, owners of senior or anxious pets, households with several animals, and travellers who want the house occupied while they are away.
What people compare
Visit length and frequency, whether the sitter is insured and bonded, overnight versus drop-in pricing, how updates are provided, and references from other clients nearby.
Booking tip
Sitters covering a specific neighbourhood fill up first around holidays and long weekends. Book the meet-and-greet well before the trip, not the week of.
Rates vary by visit length, number of pets, medication needs and travel distance. Holiday surcharges are common. Confirm what a quoted visit actually covers.
⭐ Pet Sitting in Barrie
Muskoka’s Critter Sitter
4.9/5 (17)
25 Glengrove Ave W, Oro-Medonte, ON L3V 0J9
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Prehistoric Raw Dog Food - Barrie
5.0/5 (10)
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13 Pet Sitting Providers
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Prehistoric Raw Dog Food - Barrie
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Muskoka’s Critter Sitter
25 Glengrove Ave W, Oro-Medonte, ON L3V 0J9
Pet boarding service
Action Doggie Detailing Spa
121 Welham Rd #8-A, Barrie, ON L4N 8Y3
Pet groomer
705 770 PETS
Pet sitter
Pawsitively Purrfect 4 Cats Mobile Cat Care
Pet groomer
Nanny Paws Pet Care Services
Dog walker
Woofs and Whiskers Pet Care Services
Pet sitter
Groom Customer Land Werx Inc
53 Gowan St, Barrie, ON L4N 2P1
Pet groomer
Walk & Woof
Dog walker
Walter's Walks and Pet Care
Dog walker
Jayne's Elite Pet Services
Dog walker
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Frequently Asked Questions — Pet Sitting in Barrie
Where can I find Pet Sitting near me in Barrie?
You can find Pet Sitting providers near you in Barrie by browsing the 13 listings on this page. Sort by rating, or share your location to sort by distance and see how far each one is. Providers are spread across areas like Downtown Barrie, Allandale, Bayfield Corridor, so you can pick one close to home.
Is pet sitting better than boarding for my cat?
For most cats, staying home with a sitter avoids the stress of transport and an unfamiliar environment. Cats are territorial and often cope poorly with a kennel setting. The trade-off is that your cat is alone between visits, so ask how long each visit lasts and whether more than one visit a day is available.
Should my pet sitter be insured and bonded?
Ask. There is no provincial licensing requirement for pet sitting in Ontario, so it varies by operator. Liability insurance covers damage or injury during the booking, and bonding covers theft. Established sitters can usually show proof of both, along with references you can contact.
How do I hand over keys safely?
Arrange it at the meet-and-greet rather than on the day you leave. Common approaches are a lockbox at the property, a coded entry system, or keys handed over in person with a written record. Ask what the sitter does with keys between bookings and whether they are labelled with your address — they should not be.
What happens if my sitter gets sick during my trip?
Ask before booking. Sitters working through an agency usually have backup coverage arranged. Independent sitters may have an informal arrangement with another sitter, or none at all. Knowing the answer in advance is more useful than discovering it mid-trip.
How many visits a day does my pet need?
It depends on the animal. Cats are commonly covered with one visit a day, sometimes two for medication or company. Dogs left at home generally need at least three visits or an overnight sitter, since they cannot be left alone for a full day. Discuss it honestly with the sitter rather than choosing the cheapest option.
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