Petme sitter guide · Norway

How to become a pet sitter in Norway

Oslo sitters charge some of the highest hourly rates in Europe: and the small market means repeat clients are the entire game.

Norway's pet sitting market is small but the rates are among Europe's highest. Reliability and trust matter more than marketing: Norwegian dog owners typically pick a sitter and stay with them for years. This guide answers what new Norwegian sitters need to know.

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Up to 90%

of every booking kept by the sitter

20,000

in Protection Plan per booking

200k+

pet parents on the platform

4.9 / 5

average sitter rating

Earnings snapshot

What Petme sitters actually earn in Norway

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 Norway. Sitters set their own price within these bands, and most active sitters earn kr5,160 to kr9,460 per month, depending on the mix of services and how many overnight stays they take.

Service	Rate range	Per
Dog walking	kr150 to kr300	walk
Drop-in visit	kr150 to kr250	visit
Pet boarding (at sitter's home)	kr250 to kr450	night
House sitting (at owner's home)	kr300 to kr550	night
Doggy day care	kr150 to kr300	day

Top Norway cities for sitter demand right now:

OsloBergenTrondheimStavanger

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The practical side

Everything sitters in Norway 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 Norway. 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

Norwegian demand peaks during the July-August joint summer break, the winter sports holidays in February-March, and the Christmas window. Oslo also sees year-round corporate-travel demand.

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 Norway start while holding another job and only go full time once their calendar fills naturally.

FAQ

Pet sitter questions about Norway, answered straight

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

How much do pet sitters earn in Norway?

Earnings depend on the services you offer and the hours you put in. As a worked example at Norway rates, eight dog walks a week at the lowest walk rate come to about kr5160 a month, and four nights of house sitting a week at the top rate to about kr9460. 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 Norway?

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 Norway rates that week comes to about kr1200. 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 Norway?

Dog walking pays kr150–kr300 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 Norway?

Boarding at the sitter's home pays kr250–kr450 per night, and house sitting (you stay at the owner's home) pays kr300–kr550 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 that covers every booking automatically.

How fast do payouts arrive in Norway?

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?

Every booking is covered by the Petme Protection Plan, which includes up to 220,000 kr in veterinary expenses if something happens to the pet in your care. It's automatic on every reservation: no separate purchase, no claim paperwork upfront. 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 Norway. 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 Norway 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 Norway?

Oslo dominates by booking volume. Bergen, Trondheim, and Stavanger are smaller but reliable, with very low sitter competition.

Do I need to register a business for pet sitting in Norway?

Below NOK 50,000 in annual side income, no: declare under simplified rules. Above that, register as a sole proprietor through the official business registry.

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

Yes. The tax administration classifies it as freelance or self-employed income. Annual declaration; expenses are deductible under sole-proprietor rules.

How does pet sitting in Norway compare to Foodora or Wolt?

Foodora and Wolt riders in Oslo report NOK 180-220 per hour after costs. Petme pet sitting clears NOK 200-280 per hour, with boarding pushing the average higher.

What is the going rate for boarding in Oslo vs Bergen?

Oslo sits at NOK 350-500 per night, Bergen at NOK 300-450, Trondheim at NOK 280-420.

When is the busiest season for pet sitters in Norway?

The July joint summer break (most Norwegian families take holidays simultaneously), the February-March winter break, and the Christmas window. Demand spikes hard during those periods.

Is pet sitting more profitable than retail or service work in Norway?

Yes for most sitters. Norwegian retail hourly equivalents sit at NOK 180-210. Petme dog walkers clear NOK 200-280 per hour effectively, and boarders earn higher.

How does pet sitting in Norway differ from Sweden or Denmark?

Norwegian rates are 10-20% higher than Swedish or Danish in absolute terms. The market is the smallest of the three: repeat clients dominate revenue.

What is it like sitting for popular Norwegian dog breeds?

Labradors, Border Collies, Elkhounds, and Norwegian Buhunds dominate Petme bookings. Working breeds need real outdoor exercise. Norwegian winters mean sitter gear (booties, jackets) is a real consideration.

What is one thing Norwegian sitters wish they knew before starting?

"Buy proper winter clothing for both yourself and the dogs you walk. Norwegian winters destroy gear, and dogs need booties on salted streets." (Marius K., Oslo)

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

Go to petme.social/norway/become-a-pet-sitter. The form covers your experience and the services you want to offer, and once you pass identity verification your profile is visible to owners searching in your area.

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