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Gainesville dog sitters

Gainesville's most trusted in-home dog care, from historic Duck Pond and Haile Plantation to Millhopper, Tower Road, and the University of Florida's Home of the Gators in Alachua County. Florida dog care backed by $20K vet coverage.

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Dog care services in Gainesville

Dog Boarding

Your dog stays with a verified Gainesville family in a real Haile Plantation or Duck Pond home. Safer and more personal than any kennel.

Dog Walking

Daily walks at Depot Park, Boulware Springs, Paynes Prairie Preserve, and the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail. Professional Gainesville dog walkers keep your dog active.

House Sitting

A sitter stays in your Gainesville home so your dog keeps their routine. Full care while you travel.

Drop-In Visits

30-minute check-ins for feeding, potty breaks, and playtime. Perfect for Gainesville dogs who are most comfortable in their own Haile Plantation or Millhopper home.

Doggy Day Care

Full-day care in a Gainesville family home while you work. Safe socialization in a real Alachua County neighborhood.

Dog sitters available in Gainesville

Browse verified dog sitters near Downtown Gainesville, Haile Plantation, Duck Pond, and more

Dog parks and walks in Gainesville

Where Gainesville dogs love to go

Depot Park

Popular downtown Gainesville park with open green space, splash pad, and walking paths along Hogtown Creek — a top spot for Duck Pond and Downtown dog owners.

Boulware Springs Dog Park

Off-leash dog park at the start of the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail, with separate large and small dog areas and a water feature.

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

21,000-acre state park south of Gainesville with bison, wild horses, and miles of dog-friendly trails — a unique Florida natural experience.

Millhopper Branch Greenway

Natural trail system through the Millhopper area of northwest Gainesville, ideal for woodland dog walks near Haile Plantation.

Tower Road Sports Complex

Large recreation area in southwest Gainesville with open fields and trails used by dog owners across the Tower Road and Sugarfoot Oaks neighborhoods.

Common questions about dog sitting in Gainesville

Everything you need to know before booking a dog sitter

Gainesville dog sitters typically charge $20–$38 per night for boarding, $13–$22 per walk, and $44–$72 per day for house sitting. Great value in Alachua County.
Yes. Paynes Prairie Preserve and the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail are top destinations for Gainesville dog sitters seeking nature walks.
Petme has dog sitters across Downtown, Haile Plantation, Duck Pond, Millhopper, Tower Road, and into Newberry, Archer, and the Alachua County communities.
Every Petme booking includes the Protection Plan with up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage — peace of mind for every Gainesville dog owner.
Every dog sitter on Petme completes identity verification before their profile goes live. Most sitters also have reviews written by dog owners in Gainesville who have used their services. You can browse each sitter's full profile, view their photos with dogs, check their listed breed experience, and read every review before getting in touch. You are never obligated to book — messaging a sitter is always free.
Yes. Every booking made through Petme — whether it is overnight boarding, a dog walk, or a drop-in visit — is automatically covered by the Petme Protection Plan. This provides up to $20,000 in veterinary care if your dog is injured or becomes ill during a stay or walk. No separate insurance purchase is required, and there is no opt-in process. The protection is included in every booking by default.
Yes. Every Petme booking starts with a free meet-and-greet. You and your dog get to meet the sitter in person before any booking is confirmed. You only go ahead when you are both comfortable — and most dog owners say the meet-and-greet is the step that gives them the most confidence. There is no charge for the meeting and no obligation to proceed.

Dog sitting in Gainesville, FL

Gainesville is Home of the Gators — a University of Florida city in Alachua County with a large dog-owning community across Haile Plantation, Duck Pond, Millhopper, and the Tower Road neighborhoods.

Petme connects Gainesville dog owners with local sitters who offer boarding, walks, daycare, and drop-in visits with zero booking fees.

Whether your dog loves Depot Park or Paynes Prairie trail adventures, Gainesville sitters provide personalized attention.

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Coverage across Gainesville and Alachua County
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Average sitter rating: 4.8 out of 5
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Dog Walking$15 – $30/walk
Drop-In Visit$15 – $25/visit
Boarding$35 – $75/night
House Sitting$45 – $85/night
Day Care$25 – $50/day

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