Every Atlanta service, priced
Each sitter sets their own rate, so these are bands, not a fixed price list. The exact rate is on the sitter's profile before you book.
| Service | Atlanta rate | Unit | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boarding | $42 - $78 | per night | Your dog stays overnight at the sitter's home |
| House sitting | $50 - $100 | per night, national band | The sitter stays overnight at your home |
| Dog walking | $20 - $32 | per hour | A walk while you are out |
| Drop-in visit | $15 - $25 | per visit, national band | Food, water and a potty break |
| Owner booking fee on Petme | $0 | per booking | Nothing added at checkout |
The full city ledger is on the true cost of pet sitting in Atlanta page, and the national dog sitting cost guide compares the services across the US.
Overnight rates by neighborhood
Overnight boarding is where Atlanta prices spread out most, and the main driver is the home: yard, size and how close it is to a good walk.
| Area | Boarding per night | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhead | $55 - $78 | Large homes with yards |
| Midtown | $50 - $72 | High-rise and condo sitters, near Piedmont Park |
| Virginia-Highland | $48 - $70 | Bungalows with yards, dog-friendly streets |
| Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward | $48 - $68 | Walks on the BeltLine Eastside Trail |
| Grant Park and East Atlanta | $45 - $65 | Single-family homes, some yards |
| Decatur | $45 - $65 | Fenced yards that suit large dogs |
| Kirkwood and Druid Hills | $42 - $62 | Yard-equipped homes, a growing sitter pool |
A small dog that likes city walks fits a Midtown or Old Fourth Ward sitter well. A large dog that needs room is usually better, and cheaper, in Decatur, Kirkwood or Druid Hills.
How much to pay a dog sitter for 3 days
This is one of the most searched questions in Atlanta. Here are three nights away, Friday to Monday, at the bottom, median and top of the boarding band. The middle row uses $60 a night, the Atlanta median in Petme's own rate example for Old Fourth Ward.
| Plan for 3 days | Sitter total | Typical platform fee, 11% to 15% | Total on a typical platform | Total on Petme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boarding at $42 a night | $126 | $13.86 - $18.90 | $139.86 - $144.90 | $126 |
| Boarding at $60 a night | $180 | $19.80 - $27.00 | $199.80 - $207.00 | $180 |
| Boarding at $78 a night | $234 | $25.74 - $35.10 | $259.74 - $269.10 | $234 |
| House sitting at $50 - $100 a night | $150 - $300 | $16.50 - $45.00 | $166.50 - $345.00 | $150 - $300 |
On Petme the owner booking fee is 0% for every row, so the sitter's total is the bill, and Petme credits cashback after a completed booking.
What else changes an Atlanta booking
The airport shapes the calendar. Thanksgiving week and the stretch from Christmas to New Year are heavy for travel out of Hartsfield-Jackson, and many owners are away a week or more. Summer is the other busy window, with family trips through hot, humid weeks. Sitters book out early in all three, so the cost of booking late is mostly a smaller choice. The holiday pet sitting guide covers when to book.
Ice is rare but disruptive. An ice storm between December and February can bring the city to a stop and move walks indoors at short notice. If you travel in winter, agree with your sitter what happens if roads close and you cannot get back.
Paperwork matters. Fulton County's animal ordinance requires all pet owners in the county to license their dogs and cats, and owners who do not comply may be cited, according to the county's pet registration page. Leave your sitter a copy of the license and the rabies certificate. If you live in DeKalb County, which includes Decatur, check your own county's rules.
Summer heat changes the walk. On hot afternoons a walk on the BeltLine at noon is the wrong walk, so ask for early and late outings. The guide to dehydration and heat stroke in dogs covers the signs to watch for.
Boarding or a sitter at home
Boarding at $42 to $78 suits a social dog and is usually the cheaper overnight option. A house sitter at $50 to $100 keeps an older, anxious or medicated dog at home. Compare dog boarding in Atlanta with house sitting in Atlanta.
Atlanta dog sitting FAQ
What are overnight pet sitting rates in Atlanta?
Overnight boarding at a sitter's home costs $42 to $78 a night in Atlanta, with about $60 typical. A sitter staying at your home costs $50 to $100 a night on the national band. Buckhead sits at the top of the boarding band and Kirkwood near the bottom.
What are dog sitting rates in Atlanta?
On Petme, Atlanta dog sitters charge $42 to $78 a night for boarding and $20 to $32 for an hour-long walk. Drop-ins run $15 to $25 on the national band. Each sitter sets their own rate on their profile.
What are dog walking rates in Atlanta?
An hour-long dog walk in Atlanta costs $20 to $32 on Petme, so five weekday walks come to $100 to $160. Shorter walks cost less. In summer, ask for walks early or late in the day.
How much should I pay a dog sitter per day in Atlanta?
A day with an overnight costs $42 to $78 with a boarding sitter, or $50 to $100 with a house sitter. For daytime care only, two drop-ins come to $30 to $50 and an hour-long walk to $20 to $32. Pick the service by how long your dog is alone.
Where to go next
Booking happens in the Petme app, where you can message a sitter before you book. Every sitter has ID verification and a background check, and the Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs. Start with dog sitters in Atlanta or find a pet sitter in Atlanta, and the questions to ask a pet sitter guide helps with the first message.
