Portland rates at a glance
Every sitter sets their own rate, so these are bands, not a fixed price list. You see the exact rate on the sitter's profile before you book.
| Service | Portland rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding (dog stays at the sitter's home) | $45 - $82 | per night |
| Dog walking | $20 - $34 | per hour |
| House sitting (sitter stays at yours) | $50 - $100 | per night, national band |
| Drop-in visit | $15 - $25 | per visit, national band |
The true cost of pet sitting in Portland page has the full city ledger, and the national dog sitting cost guide shows where Portland sits against the US bands.
Northwest: the Pearl District and Nob Hill
The priciest part of the city for boarding. Pearl District sitters list at $55 to $82 a night, mostly in lofts and condos, and most take small to mid-size dogs. Nob Hill runs $52 to $78, and the draw is the walk: Forest Park trailheads are close, so a Nob Hill sitter can give an active dog a proper woodland walk rather than a lap of the block.
Close-in east side: Hawthorne, Division, Alberta, Laurelhurst, Irvington
The middle of the market. Hawthorne and Division sitters run $48 to $72 a night, Alberta Arts $48 to $70, and Laurelhurst and Irvington $48 to $70. Most homes here are bungalows and craftsman houses with yards, and the streets are full of dogs. This is where most Portland owners find a sitter close to home, which matters more than a few dollars if you want midday walks.
Further out: Sellwood, St. Johns, Montavilla
Better value and more yards. Sellwood sits at $45 to $68 a night with single-family homes and fenced yards that suit large dogs. St. Johns and Montavilla run $45 to $65. A big, energetic dog is usually happier, and cheaper to board, out here than in a Pearl District loft.
Five nights at the coast, priced out
Summer is Portland's travel season, when dry weather pulls people to the coast and the mountains. Say you are gone five nights and your dog boards with a sitter. The middle row uses $63 a night, the Portland median in Petme's own rate example for Hawthorne.
| Where the rate comes from | Sitter total (5 nights) | Typical platform fee, 11% to 15% | Total on a typical platform | Total on Petme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $45 (Sellwood, St. Johns, Montavilla) | $225 | $24.75 - $33.75 | $249.75 - $258.75 | $225 |
| $63 (Hawthorne median) | $315 | $34.65 - $47.25 | $349.65 - $362.25 | $315 |
| $82 (top of the Pearl) | $410 | $45.10 - $61.50 | $455.10 - $471.50 | $410 |
A house sitter for the same five nights costs $250 to $500 on the national band, and a typical platform's fee would add $27.50 to $75. On Petme the owner booking fee is 0%, so the sitter's total is the bill, and Petme credits cashback after a completed booking.
What else changes a Portland booking
Licensing comes with the rabies shot. Multnomah County Animal Services says licensing and rabies vaccination "go hand in hand by design in Oregon", and a license needs a current rabies vaccination certificate, on its licensing information page. Keep the tag on the collar and a copy of the certificate in your sitter's notes.
The rain decides the walk for half the year. From fall through spring, a good Portland walker plans for wet days: shorter outdoor time in a downpour, a towel at the door, and indoor play so the dog still gets tired. Ask how they handle a week of steady rain before you book a regular slot.
Winter can turn icy. A rare snow or ice storm between December and February can make roads difficult on short notice. If you travel then, agree with your sitter what happens if you cannot get home on the day you planned.
The busy windows are summer, Thanksgiving week and late December, when owners travel to family. Sitters book out early in all three, and the holiday pet sitting guide covers when to book.
Boarding or a sitter at home
Boarding at $45 to $82 a night suits a social dog. A house sitter keeps an older or anxious dog in its own home and routine. In much of Portland the two cost about the same per night, so decide on the dog rather than the price. Browse dog boarding in Portland or house sitting in Portland.
Portland dog sitting FAQ
What are dog sitting rates in Portland, Oregon?
On Petme, Portland dog sitters charge $45 to $82 a night for boarding and $20 to $34 for an hour-long walk. For drop-ins expect $15 to $25 a visit, and for house sitting $50 to $100 a night, the national ranges. The sitter sets the price, and it is on their profile before you book.
How much does dog walking cost in Portland?
An hour-long dog walk in Portland costs $20 to $34 on Petme, so five weekday walks come to $100 to $170. Shorter walks cost less. In the rainy months, ask whether the walker shortens outdoor time in a downpour and adds indoor play.
What does dog boarding cost in Portland?
Dog boarding in Portland costs $45 to $82 a night, with about $63 typical in Hawthorne. The Pearl District reaches $82, while Sellwood, St. Johns and Montavilla start around $45. Five nights at the median come to $315.
What are pet sitting rates per day in Portland?
With the night included, it is $45 to $82 to board or $50 to $100 for house sitting. Daytime-only care is cheaper: two drop-ins come to $30 to $50. Summer and late December fill first, so book early for those.
Where to go next
Booking happens in the Petme app, where you can message a sitter before you book. Sitters are ID-verified and background-checked, and the Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs. Start with dog sitters in Portland or find a pet sitter in Portland. If you are comparing Pacific Northwest cities, the Seattle dog sitter cost guide covers rates up the road.
