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.
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, Protection Plan up to €20,000.
0%
Owner booking fee
€20,000
maximum toward eligible vet costs
Cashback
On every completed booking
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating
Local context
Merchant Street pet care across the Maltese calendar
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
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Lily
From €10
Availability confirmed today
Here to give your pets some love, fun and company while you're away!
Sliema
Leticia Fonseca
From €12
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Your pet, at home even when you’re away 🐾🤍
Gżira
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
From €10
Availability confirmed yesterday
Caring for your pets like they’re my own ♥️
Gżira
Pete
From €15
Availability confirmed 9d ago
A cozy and quiet home for your little one. I treat every dog like family.
Fgura
Georgina Steel
From €10
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Reliable pet sitting & walks, with plenty of love (and belly rubs).
Saint Julian's
Shania
From €30
Availability confirmed 9d ago
shasha
Xgħajra
Patricia
From €10
Availability confirmed 11d ago
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
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
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
Marzia
From €10
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Treating every pet like family🐾♥️
Saint Paul's Bay
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. The Protection Plan can contribute up to €20,000 toward eligible vet costs.
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.
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