Pet Sitter Jobs Near You
Join thousands of pet sitters earning money doing what they love. Set your own schedule, set your own rates.
How much can you earn as a pet sitter?
Your income depends on the services you offer, the rates you set, and how often you sit. You decide the price for every service, so you stay in control of what you earn. Most sitters offer two or three services to fill more of their week.
See what sitters near you chargeDay and night care
Care for pets in the owner's home, including overnight stays.
You set the rate · per night
Pet boarding
Host pets at your own place while their owner is away.
You set the rate · per night
Dog walking
Take dogs out for a walk, one-off or on a regular schedule.
You set the rate · per walk
Home visits
Pop in to feed, play, and check on pets at the owner's home.
You set the rate · per visit
Doggy day care
Look after dogs at your place during the day.
You set the rate · per day
How to become a pet sitter on Sittsy
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Build your profile
Add a photo, a short bio, the pets you love, and any experience you have. A complete profile gets more requests.
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Verify your identity
Confirm who you are so owners can book with confidence. Verified sitters stand out and get contacted more often.
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Set your services and rates
Choose which services to offer, set your price for each, and mark the days you are available.
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Accept booking requests
Owners nearby send requests and messages. Reply, agree on the details, and confirm the ones that work for you.
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Get paid securely
Payments run through Stripe inside the app. Your earnings are released after the sit, with no cash to chase.
Why sit with Sittsy
Keep 100% of your rate
Sittsy charges sitters no commission. The price you set is the amount you take home.
Work on your schedule
You decide when you are available and how much you take on. Fit sitting around your studies, job, or family.
Reviews build your name
Every completed sit can earn you a review that helps you get booked again.
Help when you need it
Our support team is there if a booking does not go to plan.
Who can become a pet sitter?
You do not need formal qualifications to start. Most sitters begin with a love of animals and a little spare time.
- Be 18 or older
- Genuinely enjoy spending time with animals
- Have a smartphone to manage bookings and messages
- Pass a quick identity check
- Have a pet-friendly home for boarding or day care
Pet sitter FAQs
How much do pet sitters earn?
It depends on the services you offer and the rates you set yourself. You keep 100% of the rate you charge, because Sittsy takes no commission from sitters. Sitters who offer several services and stay active in busy areas tend to earn the most. Browse sitters near you to see typical local rates.
How and when do I get paid?
Owners pay through the app using Stripe, so you never handle cash. Your earnings for a booking are released after the sit is complete, and you can track upcoming and past payouts in your in-app wallet.
Do I need experience to become a pet sitter?
No formal experience or qualifications are required to start. If you have cared for your own or friends' pets, mention it in your profile. Owners value a warm, reliable sitter who keeps in touch, and your reviews build from there.
Can I choose which bookings I accept?
Yes. You are never obliged to accept a request. Read the details, message the owner, and only confirm the bookings that suit your schedule and that you feel comfortable with.
What services can I offer as a sitter?
You can offer day and night care, pet boarding, dog walking, home visits, and doggy day care. Pick one or several. Some take place at the owner's home and others at yours, so you can choose what fits your living situation.
Can I be a pet sitter part-time?
Yes. Most sitters fit it around studies, a job, or family. You control your availability, so you can take a single walk a week or fill your calendar. It is up to you.
How do I get more bookings as a new sitter?
Complete your profile, add a clear photo, verify your identity, and keep your availability up to date. Offer more than one service, reply to messages quickly, and ask happy owners for reviews. Active, well-reviewed sitters appear higher when owners search nearby.
Start earning with Sittsy
Create your sitter profile in the app and start accepting bookings from pet owners near you.
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