Trusted In-Home Pet Stewardship

Thoughtful Cat Care | MontréalFamiliar routines. Gentle companionship. Peace of mind.Attentive, dependable care shaped around your cat’s comfort, habits and personality while you’re away. Care generally takes place in their familiar surroundings, offering a calm, consistent presence that preserves established routines.My background in architecture and residential inspection brings the added reassurance of an experienced eye on your home. In select circumstances, boarding may also be available for cats needing a safe, calm place to stay, recover or heal subject to suitability and availability.

Garde attentionnée de chats | MontréalDes habitudes préservées. Une présence douce. L’esprit tranquille.Des soins attentifs et fiables, adaptés au confort, aux habitudes et à la personnalité de votre chat pendant votre absence. La garde se déroule généralement dans son environnement familier, avec la tranquillité d’esprit supplémentaire d’une présence responsable qui veille sur votre maison.Dans certaines situations, un accueil à mon domicile peut également être proposé aux chats ayant besoin d’un lieu sûr et calme, selon leurs besoins et mes disponibilités.

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Who this is for

Best suited for people who travel and want a consistent, respectful presence—not just a drop-in sitter.

* Households planning extended travel, typically two weeks or longer
* Cat owners seeking attentive, consistent care in their pets’ familiar surroundings
* Homeowners who value a reliable live-in presence and light home oversight during extended absences
* Academics, professionals, and families seeking discreet, dependable care and direct communication
* Clients who prioritize continuity, mutual trust, and quality of care over the lowest price

Why Clients Choose This

• One consistent, trusted caregiver — no rotations or handoffs
• Designed for extended stays where continuity matters
• Thoughtful stewardship of your home, with regular updates and timely communication if something requires attention.)
• Clear agreements, defined scope, and mutual expectations

Testimonials

“It felt like our home never went into ‘pause.’ Everything was steady when we returned.”
— Referral client, Ottawa“What mattered most was continuity — one person who understood both our pets and our home.”
— Referral client“Clear expectations, thoughtful updates, and no surprises throughout.”
— Referral client

What’s Included

• One consistent, trusted point of contact throughout the engagement.
• A consistent live-in presence aligned with the agreed care needs, with reasonable daytime flexibility unless otherwise agreed.
• Care aligned with your pet’s existing habits, routine and environment
• Attentive stewardship of your home, with awareness of visible changes that may require communication.
• Simple, agreed check-ins or updates
• Timely communication if anything requires attention
• Respectful use and stewardship of your home within agreed boundaries

A Personal Approach to Care

Rooted in a genuine love of animals and a spirit of community, care.pria offers thoughtful, dependable care for cats whose owners must be away.
Each arrangement is considered individually, with attention to the cat’s familiar routines, comfort, and well-being, alongside respect for the home entrusted to my care.Offered occasionally, alongside my academic commitments, this is a personal expression of stewardship rather than a volume-driven service.Conscientious care. Mutual trust. Peace of mind

Engagement Structure

Care is offered selectively, for extended absences where continuity, trust, and a familiar presence make a meaningful difference.Arrangements are considered individually, taking into account the cat’s needs, the household’s circumstances, and compatibility with existing commitments.Fees, duration, responsibilities, and availability are agreed upon in advance, with a simple written agreement.Limited availability. By mutual arrangement.

Extended Home & Cat CareFrom $550 CAD per week
This rate applies to live-in cat and home care. Boarding may be considered in select cases, with availability and fees agreed separatelyThoughtful, dependable care for cats in their familiar home environment during their owners’ absence.Care includes:* Feeding, fresh water, litter care, companionship, and established daily routines
* A calm, respectful, reliable presence in the home, compatible with normal daytime academic commitments
* Regular updates and photographs
* Prompt communication with owners or designated contacts when concerns ariseEach arrangement is tailored to the cat’s needs, with responsibilities, duration, and expectations agreed upon in advance.Limited availability. By mutual arrangement.

Service Area: Montréal-based, with preference for Verdun, Le Sud-Ouest, and neighbourhoods conveniently accessible to Concordia University.Other locations may be considered in case-by-case basis and mutual suitability.

Booking / How It Works

Step 1 — Share Your NeedsComplete a brief enquiry form with your travel dates, location, and your cat’s routines and care requirements.Step 2 — Connect & Confirm SuitabilityWe’ll discuss your cat’s needs, expectations, availability, and whether the arrangement is a good fit for everyone.Step 3 — Agree & PrepareOnce mutually agreed, we’ll confirm the scope of care, dates, fees, emergency arrangements, and communication preferences through a simple written agreement.A Personal ApproachEngagements are considered individually, with priority given to continuity of care, mutual trust, and compatibility with existing commitments.Booking is confirmed once the agreement is completed and the agreed payment is received.

Agreement (required)

A one-page agreement is provided for acceptance before dates are confirmed.

Part of the pria.ca practice

Rooted in Canada, care.pria is a small, place-conscious practice grounded in stewardship, continuity of care, and community reciprocity.Drawing on a background in architecture, housing, and environmental awareness, it reflects a simple belief: caring for animals, homes, and the places we share helps strengthen the relationships and communities to which we belong.Guided by careful observation, mutual trust, and thoughtful communication, each arrangement is an opportunity to extend care beyond one’s own home.For related work, visit saferhomes.ca — independent home diagnostics and homeowner education.

Locally owned · Community-rooted · Personally delivered · Trusted care · Written agreements