Apartment-cat readiness
Before the first booking, ensure the flat is escape-proofed. Copenhagen flats often have tilted-open windows; make sure your cat cannot wedge through.
Petme · Copenhagen
Cat sitters in Copenhagen
0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. 150,000 kr vet protection included.
Loving in-home cat care in Copenhagen. Daily feeding, fresh water, play, brushing, and litter changes from a verified sitter who comes to your flat. 150,000 kr vet protection on every booking.
0%
Service fee for pet owners
150,000 kr
Vet protection per booking
200,000+
Pet parents on Petme
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating
Why Petme
Why cat owners in Denmark pick Petme
Verified sitters
Identity and background checks for every sitter. Real reviews from Danish pet owners.
150,000 kr vet protection
Every booking includes up to 150,000 kr in vet expenses at no extra cost. Works at any licensed Danish vet clinic.
Cashback instead of fees
0% service fee for pet owners. Cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance.
Sitters across Copenhagen
Coverage across every district of Copenhagen and surrounding areas. Message multiple sitters in chat before you book.
Pricing
What does cat sitting cost in Copenhagen?
Sitters in Copenhagen set their own rates. The range below reflects typical bookings in the city. You see the exact rate before you book.
from 175 kr
Standard per visit
175-275 kr
Typical range in Copenhagen
0%
Service fee for you
Coverage
Neighbourhoods and districts in Copenhagen
Petme sitters are available across every major district of Copenhagen and surrounding areas.
Indre ByVesterbroNørrebroØsterbroFrederiksbergAmagerChristianshavnValbyVanløseBrønshøj-Husum
Copenhagen
About cat sitting in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is one of Europe's most dog-friendly capitals, with pets welcome in parks, cafes, and even many shops across the city. Fælledparken in Østerbro offers wide open meadows and a dedicated off-leash area where dogs can run freely, while Kongens Have near Rosenborg Castle provides shaded paths perfect for leisurely walks. Sitters in Vesterbro and Nørrebro often take dogs along the scenic lakes of Søerne, a favourite route for locals and their four-legged companions.
For coastal adventures, Amager Strandpark stretches over four kilometres of sandy beach and boardwalks where dogs love to splash and explore. Frederiksberg Gardens, with its canals and rolling lawns, is another beloved spot for pet sitters who want to give dogs a varied outing. The green fortress grounds of Kastellet offer a tranquil, car-free loop that is ideal for older or anxious pets who prefer a calmer environment.
With Petme, every booking in Copenhagen includes 150,000 kr in veterinary protection, so you can head to Tivoli, explore Christianshavn, or cycle through Nyhavn knowing your pet is in safe hands. Our verified sitters live across all neighbourhoods, from Indre By to Valby, making it easy to find someone nearby who understands your pet's routine and the best local walking spots.
More in this city
Other Petme services in Copenhagen
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cat sitter cost in Copenhagen?
Cat-sitting drop-in visits in Copenhagen typically cost 175-275 kr per visit. Overnight cat sitting runs 250-450 kr per night. Sitters set their own rates and you see the exact price before booking.
Are cat sitters in Copenhagen verified?
Yes. Every Petme sitter passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check. Each booking includes up to 150,000 kr in vet protection at no extra cost.
What does a cat-sitting visit include?
Feeding, fresh water, litter scoop or change, play time, brushing if your cat enjoys it, and a photo update after every visit. Most owners in Copenhagen book one or two visits per day.
Can I meet the cat sitter first?
Yes. Arrange a free meet and greet through chat before the first booking. You hand over keys, share routines, and confirm everything in person.
What if my cat needs medication?
Many Petme cat sitters administer pills, drops, or insulin. Mention any medical needs in your booking request and the sitter confirms before accepting.
Is there a service fee for pet owners?
No. Petme charges pet owners 0% service fee. You only pay the sitter's rate, and you earn cashback on every completed booking, credited to your Petme balance.
Where in Denmark are Petme sitters available?
Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg, Esbjerg, Randers, Kolding, Horsens, Vejle, Roskilde and Frederiksberg cover most bookings. Coverage also extends to Slagelse, Helsingor, Silkeborg, Herning, Holstebro, Nakskov, Naestved and smaller towns across all five Danish regions.
Can I book a Petme sitter for sommerhus or fællesferie?
Yes. Many Danish sitters travel to a sommerhus on Bornholm, the West Coast, Sealand or Mon during fællesferie and school breaks. Filter by date in the app, message a few sitters in chat, and confirm travel before booking.
How does Petme cashback work in Denmark?
Pet owners earn cashback on every completed booking. Cashback is credited automatically to your Petme balance and can be spent on the next booking. The more you book, the more you get back, instead of paying a service fee.
Get Petme
Message sitters in chat, set up a meet and greet, book inside the app. Cashback is credited automatically.
Find a sitterAbout cat sitting in Copenhagen
Copenhagen has the highest apartment density in Denmark, with most cats living in flats across Indre By, Vesterbro, Nørrebro, Østerbro, Amager and Frederiksberg. Almost every cat in the city stays indoors full-time, which makes the drop-in visit the most common Petme booking here. A typical Copenhagen owner books one visit per day for short trips and two visits per day for longer absences over the summer.
Vet coverage in Copenhagen is excellent: clinics like AniCura, Evidensia, Falck Dyreambulance, and the 24-hour University Hospital in Frederiksberg are all reachable within a short bike ride from most neighbourhoods. Every Petme booking includes 150,000 kr of vet protection, so an emergency vet visit during a sitter's care window is covered from drop-off to pick-up. Owners with elderly or insulin-dependent cats often filter for sitters with medication experience and book a meet and greet first.
Many Copenhagen flat owners spend long weekends at a sommerhus in North Sealand or fly south for fællesferie in July. Petme handles the gap: the cat stays in its own routine, the sitter handles feeding and litter, and you get daily photo updates without paying a service fee. Most cat-sitting visits in the city run 150 to 250 kr depending on the neighbourhood and number of cats.
Practical tips for Copenhagen cat owners
Local cat care notes
Hard-water bowl swap
Copenhagen tap water is hard; rinse food and water bowls daily to avoid limescale buildup. Mention it to the sitter so they swap rather than top up.
Balcony nets
If your flat has a balcony, make sure the net or guard is intact. Sitters check on arrival; tell them where the latch is so they can re-secure if needed.
Summer heat in top-floor flats
Top-floor Copenhagen flats get warm in July. Leave a second water source and ask the sitter to top up midday during heatwaves.
Frequently asked questions
Cat sitter questions in Copenhagen
How much does a cat sitter cost in Copenhagen?
Drop-in cat visits in Copenhagen typically cost 150 to 250 kr per visit. Visits in Indre By and Frederiksberg sit at the higher end; Amager and Brønshøj-Husum tend to be a little lower. Overnight cat sitting (a sitter stays at your flat) runs 300 to 500 kr per night. Sitters set their own rates and you see the exact total before you book.
How many visits per day does my Copenhagen cat need?
For a healthy adult cat, one visit per day is enough for absences up to four nights. For absences over four nights, two visits per day is the Petme recommendation, since cats notice the silence in the flat after several days of solitude. Kittens, elderly cats and cats on medication should always get two visits per day.
Do Copenhagen cat sitters administer medication?
Many do. Filter for sitters tagged "medication experienced" or ask in chat before booking. Pills wrapped in pâté, oral drops, and ear drops are routine. Insulin injections for diabetic cats are handled by sitters who have done it before; mention the brand of insulin and the dose so the sitter can confirm comfort.
Can I find a sitter who travels to my sommerhus on weekends?
Some Copenhagen sitters do travel to North Sealand sommerhus addresses for cat care; mention the location in your booking request. Most owners instead book the sitter to visit the Copenhagen flat while the cat stays in its own territory.
What does a drop-in cat visit include?
Fresh food and water, litter scoop or change, fifteen to twenty minutes of play with a wand toy or feather, brushing if your cat enjoys it, and a quick check that windows are still closed and balcony doors are locked. The sitter sends a photo update before leaving so you see the cat is calm.
How do I meet the sitter before the first booking?
Arrange a free meet and greet through Petme chat. Most Copenhagen owners do a 20-minute meeting where you hand over keys, walk through the feeding routine, show where the litter is stored, and confirm the cat is comfortable. After that the booking is confirmed from the app.
My cat is shy and hides. Will the sitter handle it?
Yes. Many Copenhagen flats have one shy cat and one friendly cat; sitters are used to it. The sitter still checks on the shy cat, refills food, scoops litter and reports what they observed. Most shy cats start showing up after the third or fourth visit once the sitter is part of the routine.
Is there a service fee for cat owners in Copenhagen?
No. Petme charges cat owners 0% service fee. You pay only the sitter's rate, and you earn cashback on every completed booking, credited automatically to your Petme balance for the next time.