Pet Sitting in Muscat: what to know
Muscat is a long, narrow city between the mountains and the sea, stretching from Al Qurum and Madinat Sultan Qaboos to Al Mouj, Al Hail and Seeb. Villas and low-rise apartments are common, and many residents drive between districts every day.
Villas with small gardens are common in Muscat alongside apartment buildings. Tell your provider about gates, parking and where your pet stays while you're away.
Heat and weather in Muscat
Muscat's summers are hot and humid, with daytime highs often above 40°C, while winters are warm and pleasant. Rocky ground and asphalt hold heat long after sunset, so check the surface before a walk.
Before you leave, check the air-conditioning schedule, leave the sitter a backup plan if the power or AC fails, and make sure fresh water is available in more than one room.
Planning around the seasons in Muscat
If you travel during school holidays, Eid and the winter break, book your sitter early and arrange a meet-and-greet before you leave. During the hot months (May to September), confirm the air-conditioning stays on while you're away.
Before you book
Sitters who host or visit are reviewed with photos of their home or boarding area as part of verification, and you can agree visit times and routines in the chat.
Keep your pet's vaccination records up to date and follow any building or community rules on pets.
OnlyPaw is available worldwide. Availability in Muscat depends on how many pet sitters have been approved near you — the app shows who's available for your address before you book.
Pet Sitting in Muscat — FAQ
Is pet sitting available in Muscat?
OnlyPaw is available worldwide. Availability in Muscat depends on how many pet sitters have been approved near you — the app shows who's available for your address before you book.
How much does pet sitting cost in Muscat?
Pet sitters in Muscat set their own prices in OMR, so you see each provider's rate before you book. At checkout OnlyPaw adds a service fee of 10% of the service price, with a minimum of USD 2 and a maximum of USD 20 (or the equivalent in your local currency), shown before you pay. Your payment is held and only released to the provider after the service is completed.
How are pet sitters in Muscat vetted?
Every pet sitter in Muscat must submit a government ID, a selfie and photos of their home, and pass a pet-safety knowledge test with a 70% pass mark. The OnlyPaw team reviews each application — and each additional service — before it goes live.
Can a pet sitter in Muscat look after my cat?
Yes. Cats often do best staying in their own home, and many OnlyPaw sitters care for cats — feeding, litter, play and medication. Mention your cat's routine and any hiding spots in the booking notes.
What if I need to cancel?
Each provider uses one of three cancellation policies. Under the default moderate policy you get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start, 50% if you cancel at least 2 hours before, and nothing in the last 2 hours. The flexible policy refunds in full up to 2 hours before the start; the strict policy refunds in full from 48 hours and 50% from 24 hours before.
What happens in an emergency?
Every active booking has an SOS button in the app. It alerts the other party and the OnlyPaw team straight away. If your pet needs urgent medical care, contact a vet or emergency clinic first.
