Ever wondered exactly how much you spend on pet care each year, as part of your total cost of pet ownership? Wonder no more, fellow pet parent. Make use of our handy pet care calculator below, where you can get clear on exactly how much you’re likely to spend over the next year on vacation pet care.
And if you’re wanting to save a buck or two (who isn’t?), stay here to find out how welcoming our in-home sitters for an annual membership fee is far more cost-effective (and better for your pets) than your current pet care solution.
Cost of paid pet sitters in Canada
So how much does a live-in pet sitter cost in Canada? The average nightly rate for a pet sitter in Canada is $61.06. This means that the average pet sitter cost per week in Canada amounts to over $400 per week, and well over $3000 per year.
The most expensive area in Canada for sitters was Calgary, where sitters charge an average of $120.70 per night, followed by Victoria at $92.30, and Vancouver at $81.65.
Cost of paid cat sitters in Canada
How much does it cost to get a cat sitter in Canada? The average cost of a night with a cat sitter in Canada is $39.76, and Montreal came out at the top with cat sitters charging an average of $113.60 per night, followed by Vancouver at $90.88, and Calgary at $82.36 per night.
Cost of paid dog sitters in Canada
What are the dog sitting fees owners face in Canada? Dog sitting costs an average of $76.68 per night, and Calgary came out at the top with dog sitters charging around $143.78 per night. This was followed by Victoria at $92.30, and Toronto at $87.33.
Cost of dog kennels in Canada
Overnight dog kennel prices average at $41.89 per night in Canada. Calgary is also the most expensive place to put your dog in a kennel, with dog kennel rates averaging at $110.05 per night, with Vancouver following closely at $97.98, and Victoria at $81.30.
As our furry friends are true home bodies comforted by familiar surroundings, take a look below to find out how simple (and cost-effective) in-home sitters can be here at TrustedHousesitters - no more noisy, cramped kennels needed!
Cost of cat kennels in Canada
How much does it cost to board a cat in Canada? The average nightly cost of a cat kennel in Canada is $31.24, and Vancouver comes out tops as the most, at an average of $85.91 per night. This is followed by Toronto at $54.67, and Victoria at $52.54.
With cat kennels burning a hole in your pocket and a whole lot of anxiety for your home-loving feline, take a look below for the savings you could make by welcoming a trusted cat sitter.
Cost of pet care in Canada: Pet care calculator
Now we’ve cleared up the average cost of pet care across Canada, let’s take a look at the cost of your current pet care choice for your specific pets and how often you’ll use the service. Simply enter your details below to find out how much your current pet care choices will cost you over the following year.
Average costs of your go-to pet care vs. in-home pet sitters in Canada
| Pet care service | Average costs |
|---|---|
| Average nightly rate of pet sitters | $61.06 |
| Average nightly rate of cat sitters | $39.76 |
| Average nightly rate of dog sitters | $76.68 |
| Average nightly rate of dog kennels | $41.89 |
| Average nightly rate of cat kennels | $31.24 |
| Average daily rate for rabbit sitters | $23.43 |
| Average daily rate for bird sitters | $29.11 |
| Average daily rate for chicken sitters | $31.24 |
| Average daily rate for reptile sitters | $21.02 |
| Cost of an annual membership with us (which covers a whole year of pet care! |
Basic membership: $199 per year ($0.54 per day!) Standard membership: $299 per year ($0.76 per day!) |
What’s the best pet care solution?
So while many pet care options can add up to thousands of dollars each year and often leave your pets anxious and lonely, there is a better option out there: the TrustedHousesitters community.
Here, it’s simple for pet parents to connect with sitters, and just for one annual fee, owners can welcome as many in-home, verified sitters as they need for no extra cost.
And the best part? Vets agree pets are happier at home, surrounded by all the comforts that make them feel safe. To find out more about how TrustedHousesitters works, have a scroll below.
Cost of TrustedHousesitters
So we’ve seen that paid sitters, dog kennels, cat kennels, drop-ins and more can amount to thousands of dollars per year - which just isn’t doable for most pet parents. Here at TrustedHousesitters, you can welcome as many verified, in-home pet sitters as you need, for one annual Basic membership fee of $199.
All of our sitters are here for love, not money - simply exchanging in-home pet care for a place to stay, keeping pets company at home, where vets agree they’re happiest.
To find out more about how TrustedHousesitters works for pet parents, take a look below.
What’s included in a TrustedHousesitters membership?
Basic pet parent
A Basic membership allows pet parents to choose from thousands of verified, in-home pet sitters.
Unlimited pet & home care from verified sitters
From $199 / year
Standard pet parent
Pet owners with a Standard membership can also make use of our:
Home and Contents Plan
24/7 Vet Advice Line: available on video, phone or chat
Dedicated member support
Boost your listing in search results
See who’s saved your listing
From $299 / year
Premium pet parent
Premium members enjoy all the features included in our Basic & Standard plan, plus the following:
2 global airport lounge passes
Sit Cancellation Plan
Premium badge on your listing
From $399 / year
So, want a pet care option that’s not going to break the bank, and is totally vet-approved? We thought that might be the case - take a look below to get to grips with the membership options available.
Cost of pet care in Canada: FAQs
The average daily rate for rabbit sitting in Canada is $23.43.
The average daily rate for bird sitters in Canada is $29.11.
The average daily rate for a chicken sitter in Canada is $31.24.
The average daily rate for a reptile sitter in Canada is $21.02.