Petme · Heraklion

Earn as a pet sitter in Heraklion

Up to 90% kept per booking. €14-€28 per night in Heraklion. Free €20,000 vet protection on every booking.

Earn flexibly with Petme in Heraklion. You set your rate, you pick which dogs and cats to look after, and you keep up to 90% of every booking. Heraklion sitters see the same dogs week after week, income becomes predictable.

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Up to 90%

kept per booking

€14-€28

typical boarding in Heraklion

200K+

pet owners on Petme

4.9 / 5

sitter rating

Earnings

What you can earn in Heraklion

Sitters in Heraklion set their own rates. The ranges below reflect typical Petme bookings in the city.

Boarding

€14-€28

per night

Dog walking

€9-€15

effective per hour

Daycare

€15-€26

per day

How it works

How it works

Apply

Tell us about yourself, your pets, and your experience. The application takes about 10 minutes.

Verify in 48 hours

Identity check with a government ID and a background check. Result comes back within 48 hours.

Go live, start booking

Set your rate and availability. Owners in your neighbourhood message you in chat. You decide which bookings to accept.

Why owners in Heraklion pick Petme

Why owners in Heraklion book on Petme

Verified sitters get more bookings

Identity verification + background check lifts your profile above informal listings. Owners see the verified badge in the search results.

€20,000 vet protection on every stay

Every booking includes up to €20,000 in vet expenses. Owners book with more confidence, sitters work with less worry.

Cashback for owners

Owners earn automatic cashback on every booking. That drives repeat bookings; your recurring schedule fills faster.

In-app chat

Meet and greets, key handover, photo updates: all in chat. No need to switch to SMS or WhatsApp.

AADE + tax

AADE, EFKA, and tax

AADE registration

In Greece, regular pet sitting income usually requires έναρξη επιτηδεύματος at the local tax office (DOY) and EFKA registration as self-employed. Income is reported on the E1 personal tax return. Thresholds and brackets change each year. Consult an accountant for your case.

Deduct expenses

Poop bags, leashes, mileage for sittings, a share of your phone bill, and pet first-aid courses are typical deductions. Keep receipts. Consult an accountant for your specific case.

Seasonal demand

Seasonal demand in Heraklion

Peak periods in Heraklion

Greek demand peaks in August (Δεκαπενταύγουστος), Orthodox Easter (Holy Week), and Christmas to New Year. Sitters who stay in Heraklion through August fill their calendar fast.

Plan your year

Open August and Christmas availability early. Greek owners often lock in their preferred sitter as early as April for the summer.

Petme sitter in Heraklion

“Heraklion is small enough that you see the same dogs week after week. My income is predictable, almost like a salary.”

Dimitra P., Heraklion

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does a Petme sitter earn in Heraklion?
Boarding in Heraklion typically runs €14-€28 per night, walks clear €9-€15/hour effectively, and daycare lands at €15-€26 per day. Petme charges 0% to pet owners, so up to 90% of every booking lands with you.
Which Greek cities have the most pet-sitting demand?
Athens and Thessaloniki dominate booking volume year-round. Patras and Heraklion are steady. From June to September, Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, and Corfu run boarding rates 30-50% above Athens because of the tourism cycle.
Do I need to register at AADE for pet sitting income in Greece?
For occasional, low-volume income, the E1 personal tax return covers it as services-rendered income. For regular income, you usually need έναρξη επιτηδεύματος at the local tax office and EFKA registration as self-employed. Thresholds change each year. Consult an accountant for your case.
How does the August exodus (Δεκαπενταύγουστος) affect demand?
From around August 10, Athens and Thessaloniki empty out. Owners scramble to find sitters because their usual sitter is also away. Sitters who stay in the city through August fill their calendar fast and charge 20-40% above regular rates. Open availability by late June to land in search results early.
How does pet sitting in Greece compare to efood or Wolt delivery?
efood and Wolt riders in Athens clear €4-6 per hour after fuel and bike wear. Pet sitting through Petme clears €12-20 per hour on walks and more on overnight boarding, without the traffic and the rain.
What are typical Athens, Thessaloniki, and island rates?
Athens runs €15-35 per night for boarding and €10-18 for walks. Thessaloniki runs €12-30 per night and €8-15 for walks. Islands in August reach €25-50 per night and €15-25 for walks.
Does Petme cover Easter and Christmas demand in Greece?
Yes. Orthodox Easter (Holy Week) and Christmas-New Year are the second and third biggest demand peaks after August. Owners in Athens and Thessaloniki book 3-4 weeks ahead; opening availability early matters.
What does Law 4830/2021 say about pet sitting?
Law 4830/2021 sets the rules for the welfare of companion animals in Greece: mandatory microchipping, vaccinations, and owner responsibility. Sitters should ask for the pet's health booklet and microchip number before the first booking. This is not legal advice; consult a lawyer for ambiguous cases.
Is there a Petme sitter community in Greece?
Yes: Athens and Thessaloniki have active sitter WhatsApp groups, with smaller ones forming on Crete and the larger islands. We connect you after verification.
What is one thing Greek sitters wish they knew earlier?
"Open August availability by late June. Owners who plan ahead book early, and waiting until mid-July loses half the season." (Nikos M., Athens)
Where do I apply to become a Petme sitter in Greece?
Apply at petme.social/gr/become-a-pet-sitter (English) or petme.social/gine-pet-sitter-stin-ellada (Greek). Verification returns within 48 hours.

Application takes 10 minutes

Identity verification in 48 hours. Profile goes live, owners in your neighbourhood message you. You decide which bookings to accept.

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