Merchant Street · Valletta, Malta

Dog boarding in Merchant Street

Merchant Street runs parallel to Republic Street one block down towards the Grand Harbour. It is quieter than Republic Street and is where many of Valletta's long-tenured residents live in classic 17th-century houses. Pet bookings here favour drop-in visits and short in-home sittings.

Verified Petme sitters across Merchant Street and the wider Valletta area. Drop-in visits, in-home sitting, boarding and walks. Zero owner fees, €20,000 Protection Plan on every booking.

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Local context

Merchant Street pet care across the Maltese calendar

Summer heat (Jun–Sep)

Merchant Street sitters time walks before 9am and after 7pm in the hot months, and test pavement temperature before every walk.

Festa fireworks

Anxious pets in Merchant Street get extra check-ins or full in-home sitting during the August festa weeks, especially around the Santa Marija peak.

Year-round comfort

Mild Maltese winters mean year-round walking, with the Valletta sitter pool comfortable handling weekly drop-ins, daily walks and overnight stays through every season.

Verified pet sitters in Merchant Street

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Genesis Titusunta

Genesis Titusunta

From €6

Availability confirmed today

I am 28 years old. Currently in Malta in a english program, I love animals and think is a good time to take care an of them in my free time

Sliema
Alessandra

Alessandra

From €15

Availability confirmed today

Caring for your pets like they’re my own ♥️

Gżira
Pete

Pete

From €15

Availability confirmed 14d ago

A cozy and quiet home for your little one. I treat every dog like family.

Fgura
Georgina Steel

Georgina Steel

From €10

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Reliable pet sitting & walks, with plenty of love (and belly rubs).

Saint Julian's
Shania

Shania

From €30

Availability confirmed 2d ago

shasha

Xgħajra
Patricia

Patricia

From €10

Availability confirmed yesterday

Olá! 🐾 Sou uma pessoa carinhosa, tranquila e responsável, e adoro passar tempo com cães. Gosto de fazer passeios, brincar, dar atenção e, principalmente, respeitar a personalidade e o ritmo de cada

Saint Julian's
Kamie

Kamie

From €10

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Dog lover available for walks, cuddles, and making sure your pup gets their daily dose of adventure!

Żabbar
EVGENIIA LUNEVA

EVGENIIA LUNEVA

From €10

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Animal lover based in Malta, caring, reliable, and always ready to give your pet love and attention while you’re away.

Swieqi
ishmael Camilleri

ishmael Camilleri

From €10

Availability confirmed 10d ago

I really love dogs as they offer unmatched loyalty, unconditional affection, and genuine emotional support.I love taking care of dogs, and I also playing with dogs. Moreover,it would be my pleasure to

Mellieħa
Frequently asked

Questions from Merchant Street owners

Are sitters comfortable with classic Maltese house keys?
Yes. Most Valletta sitters are familiar with older lock systems and bolted doors. Handover keys and lock instructions at the meet-and-greet.
Where do Merchant Street cats live?
Mostly indoor-only, in upper-floor apartments. A few residential streets back this onto small managed colonies that local volunteers feed daily.
Can a sitter cover Merchant Street and Republic Street the same day?
Yes. Valletta is compact and walkable; sitters routinely cover multiple bookings in adjacent streets in one visit cycle.
How do sitters handle the summer heat in Merchant Street?
By moving the day around it. Walks go early in the morning and again after sunset, pavements get checked with a hand before a dog is taken out on them, and the middle of the day is for shade, water and quiet indoors. Agree the timings with your Valletta sitter when you book, and say so if your dog is a flat-faced breed or an older one that struggles in the heat.
What do I need to have in order before booking in Merchant Street?
Your dog should be microchipped and on the national register, which is required in Malta under the Electronic Identification of Dogs Regulations. Beyond that, give your Merchant Street sitter the vet you use, the feeding routine, and a note of how your dog behaves with other dogs on a narrow street, which comes up more in Valletta than in most places.
What does Petme cover in Merchant Street?
Verified pet sitters offering boarding, in-home sitting, drop-in visits and dog walks across Merchant Street. Every booking includes €20,000 Protection Plan at no extra cost.
Is there a booking fee?
No. Petme charges 0% to pet owners. The rate on the sitter's profile is exactly what you pay at checkout.