Dog boarding
CHF 40 - CHF 75 per night
Pet Sitter Jobs · Lugano, TI
Become a pet sitter in Lugano
Set your own rates. Keep up to 90% of every booking. Lakefront residents and expats across Centro, Paradiso, and Cassarate need sitters. Get verified in 24 to 48 hours.
Up to 90%
of every booking is yours to keep
CHF 20,000
vet protection on every booking
24 to 48h
to get verified and start earning
2-day payout
fast transfers after each booking
Lugano rates
How much can you earn as a pet sitter in Lugano?
You set your own rates on Petme and keep up to 90% of every booking. Prices vary by service type, your experience, and local demand. Below are typical ranges Lugano sitters charge today.
Dog walking
CHF 18 - CHF 35 per walk
Doggy daycare
CHF 40 - CHF 70 per day
Drop-in visits
CHF 18 - CHF 30 per visit
Cat sitting
CHF 18 - CHF 35 per visit
Why Petme
Why Lugano sitters choose Petme
Zero platform fee for owners
Pet owners on Petme pay 0% commission. That means more bookings for you, because owners are not paying inflated prices. Lower friction, more repeat clients.
Cashback for your clients
Every owner earns cashback after a completed booking. That incentive brings them back to the same sitter, building you a base of recurring clients without extra marketing.
Verified trust badge
Complete verification in 24 to 48 hours and earn a trust badge on your profile. Verified sitters appear higher in search results and receive more booking requests.
CHF 20,000 vet protection
Every booking includes up to CHF 20,000 in emergency vet coverage. You never carry that liability alone. Full terms are available in the Petme app.
Local requirements
What you need to know in Lugano
Canton Ticino requires a dog license and chip registration
No specific sitter permit for occasional care
Italian/English bilingual sitters have a strong advantage
Where demand is highest
Top neighborhoods for pet sitting in Lugano
CentroParadisoCassarateViganelloBreganzonaMassagno
Local guide
Pet sitting in Lugano: what to know
Lugano is the largest city in Italian-speaking Switzerland, with a lakefront lifestyle that attracts both locals and expats. The mild climate means year-round outdoor walking along Lake Lugano and Monte Bre trails. Centro, Paradiso, and Cassarate neighborhoods have the highest demand for dog boarding and walking, with cat sitting volume rising among apartment dwellers in Viganello and Breganzona.
Petme sitters keep up to 90% of every booking. You set your own rates and choose your services. Verification takes 24 to 48 hours, and every booking carries CHF 20,000 in vet protection. Italian/English bilingual sitters in Lugano typically fill their schedules faster.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about finding a trusted pet sitter in Lugano.
How much can I earn in Lugano?▾
Lugano sitters earn CHF 18 to CHF 75 per booking. Boarding is CHF 40 to CHF 75 per night. Walking is CHF 18 to CHF 35. You keep up to 90%.
Is there demand in Ticino?▾
Yes. Lugano has a mix of Italian-speaking locals and international expats. The lakefront neighborhoods of Centro, Paradiso, and Cassarate see strong demand for boarding and walking.
Is being bilingual helpful?▾
Very. Italian/English bilingual sitters attract both local and expat clients. Many Lugano pet owners appreciate being able to discuss their pet care needs in either language.
How fast can I start?▾
Verification takes 24 to 48 hours.
What vet protection do I get?▾
Every booking includes up to CHF 20,000 in emergency vet coverage.
Can I offer services in nearby lakeside towns?▾
Yes. Your profile is visible across the Lugano area. Sitters in Paradiso, Massagno, and Vezia regularly serve clients from the entire lakefront region.
Dog Boarding in Lugano
Find verified in-home dog boarding sitters in Lugano. 0% fee, cashback, and CHF 20,000 vet protection.
Cat Sitters in Lugano
Dedicated cat sitting with feeding, litter, water, and play while your cat stays home in Lugano.
Dog Walking in Lugano
Need regular walks? Find verified Lugano dog walkers nearby with 0% owner fee.
0% fees for Swiss pet owners
No platform fee, CHF 20,000 vet protection, and cashback on every booking.