Petme sitter guide · Greece

Pet sitter jobs in Greece: what you earn and how to apply

Athens sitters in expat-heavy neighbourhoods now charge double the rates of five years ago: and demand is still rising faster than supply.

Greece's pet sitting market is mid-sized but growing fast, especially in Athens and Thessaloniki where dog ownership has risen sharply since 2022. This guide answers what new Greek sitters need to know.

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Up to 90%

of every booking kept by the sitter

20,000

Protection Plan maximum for eligible vet costs

250K+

members on Petme

4.9 / 5

average sitter rating

Earnings snapshot

What Petme sitters actually earn in Greece

You keep up to 90% of every booking one of the strongest take-home rates in the industry. The numbers below are the live rate bands in Greece. Sitters set their own price within these bands, and most active sitters earn €275 to €860 per month, depending on the mix of services and how many overnight stays they take.

Service	Rate range	Per
Dog walking	€8 to €15	walk
Drop-in visit	€8 to €15	visit
Pet boarding (at sitter's home)	€20 to €40	night
House sitting (at owner's home)	€25 to €50	night
Doggy day care	€15 to €30	day

Top Greece cities for sitter demand right now:

AthensThessalonikiPatrasHeraklion

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The practical side

Everything sitters in Greece need to know before signing up

Earnings are only half the picture. Below are the tax, scheduling, protection, and payout realities of running a Petme sitter profile in Greece. We've written them out the way an experienced sitter would explain them to a friend.

Cashback for high performers

Beyond the up to 90% you keep on every booking, Petme pays cashback on top. The more you sit and the stronger your reviews, the larger the cashback tier you unlock. High-performing sitters with consistent 5-star reviews and steady booking volume earn the biggest bonus. Automatic, no claim paperwork, paid out alongside your normal weekly payouts.

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Protection on every booking

The Petme Protection Plan provides up to 20,000 on every reservation. Automatic on every booking. No separate purchase required. The 24/7 support team is there for emergencies, so you are never alone with a problem at 3am.

Seasonal demand

Greek demand peaks during the August holiday window, Easter weekend, and Christmas-New-Year. Island markets (Crete) see a longer summer demand stretch.

Payouts within 2 days

Petme releases your payout automatically once a booking is marked complete. The money lands in your bank account within 2 business days. No invoicing, no chasing the owner. The platform takes care of it.

Set your own schedule

Accept only the bookings you want. Pause your profile any time. There are no minimum hours and no schedule lock-in. Most Petme sitters in Greece start while holding another job and only go full time once their calendar fills naturally.

FAQ

Pet sitter questions about Greece, answered straight

These are the questions Petme sitters in Greece actually ask before signing up, and the ones they wish they had asked sooner. Each answer is specific to Greece, not a generic template.

How much do pet sitters earn in Greece?

Earnings depend on the services you offer and the hours you put in. As a worked example at Greece rates, eight dog walks a week at the lowest walk rate come to about €275 a month, and four nights of house sitting a week at the top rate to about €860. Overnight boarding and house sitting pay the most per booking, drop-ins and walks the least. You keep up to 90% of every booking: Petme's service fee is 10-20%.

What does a typical week look like for a Petme sitter in Greece?

You set the week yourself. One example: 4 dog walks during weekday lunchtimes, 2 drop-in visits in the evenings and one overnight stay at the weekend. At the lowest Greece rates that week comes to about €73. Taking more overnight stays is the quickest way to raise it, because they pay the most per booking.

How much do dog walkers make in Greece?

Dog walking pays €8–€15 per walk on Petme. A 30-minute neighbourhood walk is typically priced near the lower end; longer walks, multi-dog walks, or walks in busy city centres command the upper end. You set your own rate when you build your profile.

How much does overnight pet boarding pay in Greece?

Boarding at the sitter's home pays €20–€40 per night, and house sitting (you stay at the owner's home) pays €25–€50 per night. Overnight care pays more per booking than any other Petme service, so a few stays a month move your income the most.

How does Petme's service fee work?

Petme takes 10-20% from each completed booking and the sitter keeps up to 90%. The fee covers payment processing, customer support, and the Petme Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.

How fast do payouts arrive in Greece?

Payouts are released automatically once a booking is marked complete in the Petme app. The money lands in your bank account within 2 business days. You don't need to invoice the owner or chase payment: the platform handles it end-to-end.

What protections do sitters get on every booking?

The Petme Protection Plan, which can contribute up to €20,000 toward eligible vet costs if something happens to the pet in your care. It is a discretionary fund, not insurance. Petme also offers 24/7 customer support so you're never left handling an emergency alone.

What do I need to start as a Petme sitter?

You need to be 18 or older, own a smartphone capable of running the app, complete ID verification, and demonstrate genuine experience around animals during your profile review. Some local rules apply for commercial-scale boarding: see the country-specific question below.

How quickly can I get my first booking?

It depends on the services you offer, your rates and how many owners near you are looking, so there is no fixed wait. What you control is the profile owners choose from: at least 4 clear photos, a written bio, clear service descriptions and rates in line with Greece. Opening your calendar over school holidays and Christmas, when owners travel, puts you in front of more requests.

Can I pet sit alongside my regular job?

Yes. You set your own availability and accept only the bookings that fit, so sitting in Greece can run alongside a full-time job: dog walks fit lunchtime windows, drop-in visits fit evenings, and weekend boarding fits around a Monday-to-Friday week.

What are the busiest cities for pet sitting in Greece?

Athens dominates by booking volume, followed by Thessaloniki. Patras and Heraklion are smaller but reliable, with lighter sitter competition.

Do I need to register as self-employed for pet sitting in Greece?

For regular pet sitting income, yes. Register with AADE through TaxisNet and EFKA for social contributions. The paperwork can be done online.

Do I need to declare pet sitting income for tax in Greece?

Yes. Annual income tax return through AADE; EFKA contributions paid separately. Expenses are deductible under standard self-employment rules.

How does pet sitting in Greece compare to other gig work?

efood and Box riders in Athens report €5-8/h after costs. Petme pet sitting clears €9-14/h effectively, with boarding pushing the average up.

What's the going rate for boarding in Athens vs Thessaloniki?

Athens sits at €20-40 per night, Thessaloniki at €18-35, smaller cities at €15-30. Summer Athens sees a 10-15% peak.

When is the busiest season for pet sitters in Greece?

August (most Greek families travel), Easter weekend, and Christmas-New-Year. Athens has a long August stretch: many sitters double their monthly revenue in that single month.

Is pet sitting more profitable than retail or hospitality in Greece?

Yes for most sitters. Greek minimum wage is €830/month (2025). Petme dog walkers in Athens and Thessaloniki clear €10-14/h, boarders higher.

How does pet sitting in Greece differ from Italy or Spain?

Greek rates are 20-30% lower than Italian or Spanish in absolute terms but the market is less saturated. New sitters tend to fill their calendars faster, especially in Athens.

What's it like sitting for popular Greek dog breeds?

Labradors, Beagles, and Greek rescue mixes dominate Petme bookings. Summer heat is a real concern: early-morning or evening walks only from June through September.

What's one thing Greek sitters wish they knew before starting?

"Take your August bookings in May. By July the calendars are full and good sitters are gone." (Eleni K., Athens)"

Where do I go to apply as a pet sitter in Greece?

Start at petme.social/greece/become-a-pet-sitter. You describe your experience with pets and pick the services you want to list. After identity verification your profile is live, and local owners contact you directly in the app.

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