Katwalk B&B Ltd.
Toronto, Ontario
View profile →Verified Pet Sitters in Toronto, ON
Every Verified PRO listed below is independently verified for insurance, business registration, 2+ years of operation, real contracts, and a Code of Ethics.
✓ Insured
✓ Registered Business
✓ 2+ Years Operating
✓ Adhere to Code of Ethics
Quick Answer
To find a verified, trustworthy pet sitter in Toronto, Ontario, look for businesses that hold current liability insurance ($1M-$2M typical), are registered Canadian businesses, have been operating for at least 2 years, use written service contracts, and follow a published Code of Ethics. The CPCP Verified PRO directory below lists pet sitters in Toronto who meet all of these standards.
CPCP Verified PRO vs Online Marketplaces
| CPCP Verified PRO | Online Marketplace (e.g., Rover, Wag) | Friend / Neighbour | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liability insurance ($1M-$2M) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered Canadian business | ✓ | Sometimes | ✗ |
| 2+ years operating history | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Written service contract | ✓ | Sometimes | ✗ |
| Code of Ethics adherence | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Independently verified credentials | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual re-verification | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Recourse if something goes wrong | ✓ | Sometimes | ✗ |
About the Area
Hiring a Pet Care Professional in Toronto
Toronto is a city of dog people — from the dog-friendly Beaches boardwalk to the off-leash trails in High Park, Cherry Beach, and Sunnybrook. Across the GTA, walkers, trainers, sitters, and groomers serve hundreds of thousands of dogs daily. But demand has outpaced regulation. Anyone with a leash and a Facebook page can call themselves a professional. The CPCP Verified PRO standard is how Toronto pet parents tell apart legitimate, insured businesses from hobbyists pretending to be pros. If you’re hiring in the GTA, the names below have been independently verified for insurance, business registration, real contracts, and a published Code of Ethics.
Verified PROs Serving Toronto
Cat Sitter Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
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Toronto, Ontario
View profile →Feline Behaviour Coach
Toronto, Ontario
View profile →Verified PROs Near Toronto
Furry Friends Pet Resort
Hampton, ON
View profile →York Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking
Newmarket, Ontario
View profile →The Dogmother
Golden Horseshoe, Ontario
View profile →Local context for hiring in Toronto
Local Regulations & Pet Care Notes
Local context for hiring in Toronto
Frequently Asked Questions about pet sitters in Toronto
In Toronto, professional pet sitters typically charge $20-$35 per drop-in visit (30 min), $30-$50 for extended visits (60 min), and $75-$120 per night for overnight stays in your home. Holiday surcharges (15-25%) apply. CPCP-Verified pet sitters in Toronto are insured against accidents, illness, and property damage, which is reflected in their professional pricing.
A professional pet sitter is insured, has a written contract, follows feeding and medication routines reliably, and is contractually accountable. A neighbour or friend has none of these protections — if your pet is injured or your home is damaged, there's no recourse. CPCP-Verified pet sitters in Toronto carry $1M-$2M liability insurance and care/custody coverage.
Ask to see proof of liability insurance, a registered business number, a written service contract, references from current clients, and a backup plan if they become unavailable. Ask whether they're bonded and whether they have pet first-aid training. CPCP-Verified pet sitters in Toronto have already documented all of these professional standards.
Pet sitting is not a licensed profession in Ontario, but professional pet sitters must register their business and carry liability insurance. CPCP-Verified pet sitters in Toronto have completed both requirements as part of their verification.
There are currently 4 CPCP-Verified pet sitters serving Toronto, Ontario. Each is independently verified for insurance, business registration, and adherence to the CPCP Code of Ethics.
Local context for hiring in Toronto
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