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Pet boarding in Italy

Pet boarding in Italy.
A home away from home for your pet.

Find a trusted pet boarding sitter in Italy on Petme. Your pet stays at a verified sitter's home with personal care and attention throughout their stay. No service fee, automatic cashback, and €20,000 vet protection on every booking.

Find a boarding sitterTypical rates: €20-€50/night. No service fee added.
Up to 90%
of every booking kept by the sitter
€20,000
vet expenses covered per booking
200k+
pet parents on the platform
4.9 / 5
average sitter rating

What every pet boarding booking includes

Better for your pet, better for your wallet.

Home boarding
A real home, not a kennel

Your pet stays in a sitter's home, not a commercial facility. They get personal attention, regular routines, and a relaxed environment throughout their stay.

0%
No service fee

The nightly rate on a sitter's profile is the final price. No platform percentage added at checkout. Automatic cashback credited after every stay.

€20,000
Vet protection included

€20,000 vet protection on every confirmed boarding booking. Included at no extra cost. Peace of mind for every night away.

Petme vs. other pet boarding platforms

Other apps add up to 15% on top of the boarding rate. Petme charges 0% and returns cashback.

1 night
Sitter rate: €40.00
+€1.50
Cashback approx. on Petme
€6.00
Fee on others (15%)
€7.50You save with Petme
5 nights
Sitter rate: €100.00
+€3.75
Cashback approx. on Petme
€15.00
Fee on others (15%)
€18.75You save with Petme
Long stay
Sitter rate: €200.00
+€7.50
Cashback approx. on Petme
€30.00
Fee on others (15%)
€37.50You save with Petme

Service fee based on a 15% rate as documented on rover.com, May 2026. Cashback amounts are approximate.

Petme vs. platforms with a service fee

What you actually pay for each boarding stay.

Platforms with a service fee
Service fee
15% added at checkout
Cashback
None for owners
Vet protection
Varies by platform
Final price
Higher than the sitter profile
Hidden costs
May appear at checkout
Petme
Service fee
0%. No service fee
Cashback
Automatic after each booking
Vet protection
€20,000 included
Final price
Exactly the sitter rate
Hidden costs
None

Pet boarding in Italy. Your questions answered.

What is pet boarding in Italy?
Pet boarding means your pet spends the night at a verified sitter's home while you travel. The sitter provides a safe, home-based environment with personal attention throughout the stay. In Italy, boarding typically costs €20-€50 per night depending on the city, the sitter, and the type of pet.
How do I find a boarding sitter in Italy on Petme?
Enter your area, choose "boarding," and select your travel dates on Petme. Browse verified local sitters, with real reviews and availability calendars. You can message sitters before booking and arrange a meet-and-greet to make sure they are the right person for your pet.
Is there a service fee on boarding on Petme Italy?
No. Petme does not add a service fee to boarding bookings in Italy. The per-night rate shown on the sitter profile is the final amount you pay. No percentage is added at checkout. You also receive cashback in your account after every completed booking.
How much does pet boarding cost in Italy?
Boarding on Petme in Italy typically costs €20-€50 per night depending on the city and sitter. Rome, Milan, and Venice sit at the top of the range. The rate you see on Petme is always the total you pay.
What is the difference between boarding and house sitting in Italy?
With boarding, your pet goes to the sitter's home and sleeps there. With house sitting, the sitter comes to your home and stays there while you are away. Boarding is often the better choice for sociable pets and when you want the convenience of a sitter providing their own space. House sitting is usually preferred for pets that get anxious in new environments or for households with multiple pets.
Can cats and small animals be boarded in Italy on Petme?
Yes. Many Petme sitters in Italy offer boarding for cats and small animals as well as dogs. When browsing profiles, filter by pet type and look for sitters that mention experience with the species you need. You can also message sitters directly to confirm before booking.

Find a pet boarding sitter in Italy. No service fee.

Trusted sitters, transparent prices, cashback on every booking, and €20,000 vet protection included on every overnight stay.

Find a pet boarding sitter in Italy