Pet sitting at home
Find a pet sitter in Quebec with Margot
Finding a reliable, gentle, and responsible pet sitter isn’t just a matter of organization: it’s a matter of the heart. Because yes… Your dog has its little habits, your cat has its royal demands, your rabbit has its crazy quarter-hour, and your guinea pig knows exactly how to let you know when it wants fresh vegetables.
And when life gets busy, with travel, a hectic schedule, emergencies, hospitalization, or simply the need for a break, you want to find a pet sitter who respects their routine, their personality… and your expectations.
At Margot, we bring together verified, caring, and passionate pet sitters. Whether it’s to feed your cat, walk your dog, clean your turtle’s terrarium, change your fish’s water, or give your rabbit some cuddles, we help you find the right person, at the right time, in your home.
We have 207 active pet sitters in Quebec (dogs, cats, small animals, birds, fish, and non-dangerous reptiles).
Average response time: 6 hours
Satisfaction rate: 98 %
How can I find a pet sitter on Margot?
Finding a pet sitter for your home should be simple, reassuring, and quick. Here’s how our process supports you from start to finish.
Create your family account
In just a few minutes, you can create your account and describe your situation: type of animal (dog, cat, rabbit, bird, guinea pig, fish, reptile), special needs, daily routine, neighborhood, dates, preferences (visits, walks, overnight stays, etc.).
The more detailed your profile is, the better suited the pet sitters who contact you will be to your animals. Because, yes, an anxious rabbit does not have the same needs as a cat that rules its domain.
Post your ad
Your ad is private and only visible to our verified pet sitters.
Describe:
- Your pet and its personality
- Diet (kibble, fresh vegetables, seeds, pellets, etc.)
- Special care (medication, anxiety, cleanliness, litter, aquarium)
- Expected tasks (visits, games, walks, overnight stays, feeding)
- Preferences: home only, walks, minimal interaction
The more clear you are, the faster and more tailored your process for finding a pet sitter will be.
Conduct interviews
Thanks to secure messaging, you can communicate with the pet sitters who apply. You can:
- Validate their experience with your type of animal
- Ask questions about their approach
- Schedule a short virtual meeting
- Assess their ease, gentleness, and seriousness
79% of families receive 3 applications in less than 24 hours.
Hire with confidence
When you find THE rare gem (Margot means “pearl” in Greek) who connects with your pet, confirm the agreement in writing: dates, frequency, tasks, remuneration.
You pay the pet sitter directly, with no commission.
Your pet stays at home, in its own environment, surrounded by its familiar smells, toys, and landmarks.
Why choose Margot to find a pet sitter for your home?
At Margot, we know that a pet is not “just a pet,” but a true member of the family. That’s why finding a pet sitter must be safe, humane, and personalized, to respect your pet’s well-being as much as your own.
A rigorous verification process
Each pet sitter is thoroughly vetted: identity, background, work history, actual experience with animals. This means you can find a pet sitter for your home knowing that the person entering your home will take care of your pet as if they were their own.
Personalized networking
Your ad attracts pet sitters who are suited to your pet’s species, personality, and actual needs. This targeted approach helps you find a pet sitter who will respect your pet’s habits… and temperament.
A supportive community
We support you throughout the process, with secure messaging and human support in case of uncertainty. You are never alone in finding a pet sitter worthy of the trust you place in someone who looks after a member of your family.
A professional, gentle, and compassionate approach
Our pet sitters understand the signals, fears, and needs of sensitive animals and adapt with respect. When you find a pet sitter to care for your pet at home, you can be sure that your companion will be in calm, gentle, and deeply caring hands.
Find a pet sitter at home according to your situation
Every animal has its own personality. And every family has its own reality. This is when finding a pet sitter at home with Margot becomes essential.
Vous partez en voyage
Your pet stays in its own environment, under the supervision of a reliable person who respects its routine. Less stress, more stability.
By choosing in-home pet care, you avoid disrupting your pet’s routine and provide it with a warm presence that allows it to cope with your absence more easily.
Your schedule is busy
Work, studies, emergencies: a pet sitter can take care of walks, meals, litter boxes, aquariums, games, and gentle care.
Thanks to in-home pet sitting, you can keep your pet’s daily routine intact while saving time and reducing your mental load.
Your pet needs special attention
Anxious cats, energetic dogs, nervous rabbits, sensitive birds, fish that require perfect water quality…
We find a pet sitter tailored to your pet’s real needs.
This personalized approach ensures constant vigilance, respectful care, and support tailored to your pet’s unique personality.
You prefer to avoid boarding schools
Some boarding facilities can be stressful for sensitive animals. Home boarding avoids changes in environment and supports their overall well-being.
By choosing home boarding, you are opting for a gentle, stable, and secure solution that is ideal for animals that are attached to their familiar surroundings.
Our pet sitting services
Daily visits
For cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, fish, and reptiles.
A trusted person stops by every day to feed, clean, play a little, and make sure everything is okay, because a happy pet is easy to spot… even when they pretend to be upset that you’re gone.
Dog walking
To expend their energy and maintain their well-being.
Our dog walkers ensure that your dog returns home proud, relaxed, and panting after a safe walk where they can sniff around to their heart’s content (within reason, of course).
Overnight stays at home
A pet sitter stays at your home for animals that need constant attention.
This is the ideal solution for anxious or very affectionate pets: they sleep in their own environment, with someone there to watch over them… and who understands that a cat may or may not choose to share the blanket.
Our related services
In-home nannies
For families who want to combine childcare with reassuring company for their pets.
Family coaching
To support harmony in the home when a new pet arrives or there is a change in the family routine.
Language stimulation
For families seeking comprehensive support to encourage their children’s communication development.
Regions and cities served by Margot
Margot covers all of Quebec:
- MONTREAL : Westmount, NDG, Côte-des-Neiges, Pointe-Claire, Beaconsfield, Plateau Mont Royal, Outremont, Verdun, Ile-des-Sœurs and other neighborhoods in Montreal.
- NORTH SHORE : Laval, Blainville, Boisbriand, Sainte-Thérèse, Mirabel, Saint-Jérôme, Repentigny, Terrebonne and the surrounding area.
- SOUTH SHORE : Brossard, Longueuil, Saint-Hubert, Boucherville, Saint-Lambert, Chambly, Drummondville (Centre-du-Québec) and the surrounding area.
- NATIONAL CAPITAL (Quebec City area) : Québec, Lévis, Sainte-Foy, Charlesbourg, Beauport, Saint-Nicolas and the surrounding area.
- ESTRIE : Sherbrooke, Magog, Granby, Bromont, Cowansville, and the surrounding area.
- MAURICIE : Trois-Rivières, Shawinigan, Louiseville, Nicolet and the surrounding area.
- LAURENTIDES : Saint-Jérôme, Blainville, Sainte-Thérèse, Saint-Eustache, Mirabel, Sainte-Agathe and the surrounding area.
- LANAUDIÈRE : Terrebonne, Repentigny, Mascouche, L’Assomption, Joliette and the surrounding area.
- OUTAOUAIS : Gatineau, Aylmer, Hull, Buckingham, Chelsea, Ottawa (Ontario) and the surrounding area.
- BAS-SAINT-LAURENT : Rimouski, Rivière-du-Loup, Mont-Joli, Montmagny and the surrounding area.
- SAGUENAY–LAC-SAINT-JEAN : Saguenay (Chicoutimi, Jonquière), Alma, Roberval, Dolbeau-Mistassini and the surrounding area.
What families say
“Our cat is naturally very aristocratic. The pet sitter Margot immediately gained his trust. It’s a miracle.”
Véronique et Lucas / Montréal
“My dog got more walks in one day than he did in a week with me. I think he wants to adopt him.”
Martin / Québec
“We were afraid to leave our rabbit behind. In the end, he received massages, fresh hay, and toys. Impeccable service!”
Élodie / Laval
FAQ – Everything you need to know about finding a pet sitter with Margot
Who can offer pet sitting services at home on Margot?
The individuals listed in the Find a Pet Sitter section are passionate, reliable, and verified pet sitters with practical experience with the most common pets in Quebec: dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, fish, and non-dangerous reptiles (such as turtles and certain lizards).
All published profiles have been selected according to rigorous criteria that guarantee the safety, well-being, and stability of your pet.
In practice, a Margot pet sitter offers:
- An ability to understand animal signals, needs, and behaviors
- Experience in basic care: feeding, litter, hygiene, aquariums, vivariums
- A gentle, calm, and reassuring attitude
- High reliability (punctuality, organization, consistency)
- An ability to follow your instructions to the letter to maintain your pet’s routine
For an owner, this means that finding a pet sitter at home with Margot provides access to people who are truly competent, respectful, and suited to the needs of your companions.
In summary: only credible, verified sitters who are aligned with Margot’s values appear on the platform.
How does Margot verify the guards before posting them?
At Margot, verification is at the heart of our commitment to families and their pets. Before being listed in the Find a Pet Sitter section, sitters go through a strict process that includes:
Canadian identity verification
We require official identification to confirm the sitter’s real identity.
Criminal background check
This is mandatory to ensure the safety of your home and the respect of your property.
Validation of the right to work in Canada
Each sitter must be eligible to work legally.
Detailed questionnaire on animal experience
Commitment to good animal safety and welfare practices
Recognizing signs of stress, following the owner’s instructions, and following hygiene rules.
Reference checks
For specialized pet sitters (e.g., reptiles), additional validations may be visible in their reviews provided by other families.
Thanks to this process, owners who want to find a pet sitter for their home can entrust their companion with confidence.
In short: Margot does the checks beforehand so that you can choose with peace of mind.
What types of animals can be kept at home?
Margot was designed to reflect the realities of Quebec families and their pets. Caregivers available for in-home pet sitting can take care of:
🐶 Dogs
Walks, playtime, feeding, reassuring presence, simple medication, energy management.
🐱 Cats
Feeding, litter box cleaning, playtime, gentle socialization, simple medical care according to your instructions.
🐰 Rabbits
Feeding, hay replacement, cleaning, gentle playtime, managing their shyness.
🐹 Guinea pigs
Pellets, fresh vegetables, cage cleaning, supervision.
🐦 Birds
Feeding, cage maintenance, appropriate interactions.
🐠 Fish
Feeding, visual inspection of the aquarium, simple parameters.
🦎 Non-dangerous reptiles (turtles, lizards)
Maintenance, feeding, heat and humidity management (according to instructions).
In summary: as long as the animal requires reasonable care at home, it is possible to find a suitable pet sitter on Margot.
What is the average time it takes to find a pet sitter?
The response time is usually very quick, as sitters receive your ad immediately in their dashboard. Here’s what we’ve observed:
78% of families receive at least 2 applications within 24 hours.
The first responses often arrive within 3 to 4 hours
Very specific ads (species, routine, tasks, dates) get more relevant applications
In addition, the pet sitters who respond are already verified and qualified to provide safe in-home pet care.
For pet owners, this transforms the way they find in-home pet care, as a reliable solution can be found within the same day.
In short: speed + reliability = peace of mind.
Does Margot charge a commission for pet sitting?
No. Margot operates with 0% commission.
You pay your pet sitter directly according to your agreement, with no middleman, no hidden fees, and no surprises.
This approach protects:
- Your budget
- Your freedom to set rates and terms
- The transparency of your relationship with the sitter
- The ability to easily rehire the same person
For families who want to find regular in-home pet care, the absence of commission makes the process simple, humane, and sustainable.
In short: you pay the person, not the platform.
How do I post a request for pet sitting on Margot?
Here’s how to proceed:
- Create your family account
- Describe your pet and your expectations (species, routine, diet, care)
- Receive verified applications
- Activate your subscription to access messaging
- Communicate with pet sitters
- Choose the ideal person for your companion
Your ad is private, visible only to verified pet sitters.
This model protects your privacy and increases your chances of finding a pet sitter within hours.
In short: everything is designed to be fast, clear, and secure.
Is it possible to book a security guard for regular needs?
Yes, absolutely. Many families use Margot for their recurring needs:
- Daily visits,
- Regular walks,
- Weekly pet sitting,
- Occasional overnight stays,
- Specialized care (reptiles or birds).
This continuity is ideal for sensitive animals, as they develop a stable, secure, and gentle relationship with the same person.
It also simplifies things for owners, who can find reliable in-home pet care without having to start the whole process over again each time.
In short: Margot facilitates both one-time pet care and long-term routines.
Useful resources for families in Quebec
Because safety and trust come first:
- Quebec government guide to working from home
- Directory of family support organizations
- First aid: caring for dogs and cats – Red Cross
- Tips for choosing a safe babysitter
Some examples near you:
- PLATEAU-MONT-ROYAL : Carrefour des Petits Soleils, Halte-famille La Pirouette
- HOCHELAGA-MAISONNEUVE : Carrefour Familial Hochelaga, Interaction Famille
- AHUNTSIC-CARTIERVILLE : Pause Famille, Maison de la famille Pierre Bienvenu Noailles
- CÔTE-DES-NEIGES : La Maison de la famille Mosaïk, Le Baobab familial
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