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Pet Sitting Near You in Oshawa, ON

19 providers · 11 open today

19 providers in Oshawa offer pet sitting, from $20–$35 per drop-in visit. Top-rated: Adventure Tails Dog Walking (★5.0), Ava's House Pet Care (★5.0), Endless Adventures Dog Walking (★5.0).

Browse 19+ pet sitting providers in Oshawa 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 Oshawa, Oshawa Centre area, Taunton Road corridor, Windfields and surrounding areas.

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TYPICAL PRICING
$20–$35 per drop-in visit
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PROVIDERS
19 pet sitting providers in Oshawa
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COMMON NEEDS
Vacation travel, cats staying home, senior or anxious pets
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RATINGS
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Pet Sitting in Oshawa — What You Need to Know

Oshawa (pop. 175,383) has 19 providers offering pet sitting services. Providers are located throughout the city, with popular areas including Oshawa Centre area, Taunton Road corridor, Windfields.

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.

Oshawa is Durham Region's main city and the easternmost major community in the GTA. Long known as 'The Motor City of Canada' for its automotive heritage, Oshawa is evolving into a diverse economy anchored by Ontario Tech University, Durham College, and Lakeridge Health. The city offers some of the more affordable pet care options in the Greater Toronto Area, with a range of businesses serving students, blue-collar workers, retirees, and families alike.

When to Look for Pet Sitting in Oshawa

Pet owners in Oshawa commonly seek pet sitting for vacation travel, short work trips, senior or anxious pets, and medication schedules. Whether you have a new puppy, a senior pet, or a specific concern, providers in Oshawa can help.

Highly rated providers in neighbourhoods like Oshawa Centre area, Taunton Road corridor make it convenient to find pet sitting close to home.

Pet Sitting — Oshawa vs Nearby Cities

If you are looking for pet sitting options beyond Oshawa, nearby cities also have providers. Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Markham all have pet sitting providers within easy driving distance.

However, Oshawa offers a strong selection with competitive ratings. With providers spread across Oshawa Centre area, Taunton Road corridor, Windfields, you are likely to find a convenient option without having to travel far.

Choosing Pet Sitting in Oshawa

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 Oshawa

Ava's House Pet Care 5.0/5 (20)

2102 Preston Rd, Cavan-Monaghan, ON K9J 0G5

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Endless Adventures Dog Walking 5.0/5 (20)
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Adventurous Pup Club 5.0/5 (14)

Orono, ON (Clarington)

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19 Pet Sitting Providers

Frequently Asked Questions — Pet Sitting in Oshawa

Where can I find Pet Sitting near me in Oshawa?
You can find Pet Sitting providers near you in Oshawa by browsing the 19 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 Oshawa, Oshawa Centre area, Taunton Road 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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