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Tanto Gandega
Mississauga, ON

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Member since: Oct 2025

Hello !!

Hello, I'm Tanfo. I'm 15 , but I love pets . And I know that I'll take really good care of them. I can do anything from pet walking to pet sitting, I can even do it at my house. And I have very reasonable pricing, I don't charge much.

Pet sitting $5 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $10 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

Other services I can provide

  • Car washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Mississauga for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

I'm 15 , but I love pets . And I know that I'll take really good care of them. I'm in high-school.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Sports
  • Cooking
  • Computers

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Anissa Rodrigues Esteves
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Sep 2025

Looking for a part-time job as a nanny/tutor for afternoon care

Hii there 👋 my name is Anissa, and i'm passionate about working with kids. Since its just me and my mom i have gained immense experience caring for younger kids, i have two sibling ages of 2 and 12, which has taught me patience, responsibility and how to handle different stages of childhood while also having fun at the same time. I love spending time with kids, keeping them entertained, helping with homework, supporting their learning in a way that works best for them. My goal is to always create a safe, positive, and fun environment where kids can grow, learn and feel cared for.

I'm energetic, reliable and excited to bring my experience and positive attitude to your family. Cant wait to meet you and your little ones 💗

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Anaphylaxis training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English and Portuguese

Just graduated from high-school but i for the past 4 years i have been doing babysitting as well as camp councillor for the past 2 summer, my last police report check was 2 years ago and i get certified every year with CPR and first aid as i have 2 year old sister at home.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Arts / crafts
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Chloe Keane

Chloe Keane
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Aug 2024

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding

Dog walking $19 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Irish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Chloe For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Katie Raposo

Katie Raposo
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Jan 2025

Welcome message:

Im a very responsible, Caring and friendly person that is looking to babysit! I have 3 younger siblings of my own that I tend to take care of all the time and even have my own baby crested gecko

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Reptiles

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 months experience working with pets
  • 1 year experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking

Contact Katie For Free

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Niki S
Aurora, ON

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Member since: Oct 2025

Caring and Reliable Babysitter Who Loves Working with Kids and Animals

Hi, I’m Niki! A responsible high school student who loves spending time with kids and animals. I’ve worked with both at a veterinary clinic and as a learning assistant at Kumon, where I helped children with reading and math. I’m patient, caring, and always bring a positive attitude to everything I do. Whether it’s helping with homework, doing creative activities, or keeping things organized, I make sure kids feel happy and supported. I’m fluent in English and Farsi, available after 3 p.m. on weekdays, and fully available on weekends!

Pet sitting $17 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Parent helper $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Aurora for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 7 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English and Persian

I’m a high school student who loves working with both kids and animals. I’ve spent time helping at a vet clinic and tutoring at Kumon, so I’m used to being patient, caring, and organized. I really enjoy spending time with children, helping them learn, and keeping them busy with fun activities. I’m fluent in English and Farsi, available after 3 p.m. on weekdays, and fully available on weekends.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Niki For Free

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Dog walking

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Jouelle Grant

Jouelle Grant
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Aug 2024

I’m a 15 year old babysitting

My name is Jouelle I’m a big sister to 7 siblings and have been babysitting them since I was 10. I’m kind caring and have a lot of patience and love being around kids.

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking $16 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Nanny $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming

Contact Jouelle For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ria W
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Jan 2026

Cat sitting $25 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Cats

Other cat duties I can do:

  • Cleaning litter boxes

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on cats)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 9 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • Childcare credentials:
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Ria For Free

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Bron
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Feb 2025

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking $25 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Russian

I am actually an Irish student for already 3 years, but originally I am from Ukraine. My core hobbies would be volleyball and ping pong, but also Im having fun with video games, really enjoy it, pets are also part of my life and I really like them and glad to be petting your dog.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Foreign languages

Contact Bron For Free

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Nicole zamora
Toronto, ON

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Member since: Mar 2025

Reliable and Adaptable Part-Time Professional Committed to Quality and Efficiency

As a passionate and reliable pet sitter, I offer compassionate care for your furry friends while you're away. With a calm and attentive nature, I ensure your pets are comfortable, safe, and well-loved. I understand the importance of trust when it comes to caring for your pets, and I am dedicated to providing personalized attention to meet their needs. Whether it’s feeding, walking, or simply keeping them company, I’m here to make sure your pets have a positive and enjoyable experience in your absence.

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Toronto for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 29 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Tagalog

Contact Nicole For Free

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Safia Aria Amiri
Vaughan, ON

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Member since: Sep 2024

BabySitter in Vaughan!

Hi there! My name is Safia Aria Amiri, and I’m thrilled to be your babysitter. I’m 16 years old and I absolutely love working with kids and have gained experience by babysitting for family and friends, which has taught me how to create a fun and safe environment.Communication is really important to me, so if you ever need anything or have questions, I’m here to help. Most importantly, I want you to feel comfortable and happy while we’re together. I’m dedicated to providing a caring and supportive environment where you can express yourself and have fun. I’m really looking forward to getting to know you better and making our time together memorable! Let’s make some great memories!

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for kittens

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Vaughan for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 6 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 3 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

As a 16-year-old looking for a babysitting job,I’m currently a high school student, where I maintain good grades and have taken relevant classes like child development and health education. I’ve gained experience by babysitting for family, friends, and neighbours, and I’ve also volunteered with children at a local daycare. I have also volunteered at the TRCA camp, where I took care of kids for 7-8 hours a day. In addition, I volunteered at many fairs and festivals where I have worked with small childern. I pride myself on my strong communication skills, ability to solve problems, and sense of responsibility, which make me a reliable choice for providing quality care to children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Safia For Free

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Markham, ON, Canada (Updated 21 Jun 2026)

Markham pet sitters are paid an average of $18.51 per hour as of June 2026, which is 7.7% higher than the Ontario average of $17.19, and 9.4% higher than the Canadian average of $16.92. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Markham.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Markham $18.51
Ontario $17.19
Canada $16.92

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in Canadian dollars (CAD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, pet care training, or memberships in professional pet-sitting associations.

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?