Verified sitters
Identity and background checks for every sitter. Real reviews from real Kiwi pet owners.
Book dog boarding in New Zealand
Your first booking
$399
9 nights
$11.97 back
Every booking after
$387.03
was $399 for 9 nights
6 bookings like this cost you $2,334.15 on Petme and $2,657.34 on typical platforms.
You pay $323.19 less with Petme
No owner feeID and background checked dog boarders
Example: 6 bookings of 9 nights at $399 each. Cashback up to $20 per booking. Typical platforms add an 11-15% fee for owners on every booking. This example uses 11%. Example close to typical market rates.
0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. Protection Plan up to NZ$39,000+ for eligible vet costs.
Overnight dog boarding with verified sitters in every Kiwi city. Walks, play, couch time, and a photo update every day. Protection Plan up to NZ$39,000+.
0%
Service fee for pet owners
NZ$39,000+
maximum toward eligible vet costs
300K+
Members on Petme
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating
Why Petme
Why Kiwi dog owners pick Petme boarding
NZ$39,000+ Protection Plan
The Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs.
Cashback instead of fees
0% service fee for pet owners. Automatic cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance.
Sitters across New Zealand
Coverage in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin and every other Kiwi city. Pick a sitter near you.
Cities
Dog boarding in every Kiwi city
Pick your city for local sitters, typical pricing, and city-specific FAQ.
AucklandAUKCity of SailsAuckland North ShoreAUKNorth of the Harbour BridgeAuckland ManukauAUKSouth AucklandAuckland WaitākereAUKWest AucklandAuckland CBDAUKCity centreChristchurchCANGarden City
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WellingtonWGNCoolest little capitalHamiltonWKORiver cityTaurangaBOPGateway to the BayLower HuttWGNHutt ValleyDunedinOTAEdinburgh of the SouthPalmerston NorthMWTManawatu hubNapierHKBArt Deco cityNew PlymouthTKICoastal TaranakiRotoruaBOPSulphur CityWhangāreiNTLNorthland hubNelsonNSNSunny top of the SouthQueenstownOTAAdventure capitalInvercargillSTLDeep South
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does Petme offer dog boarding across New Zealand?
Yes. You can find verified sitters in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Napier, Palmerston North, Rotorua, Whangarei, Nelson, Queenstown and beyond.
How much cashback do I get?
You earn automatic cashback into your Petme balance on every completed booking. Spend the balance on your next booking.
Are sitters in New Zealand insured?
The Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs. No upcharge, no deductible. You do not need separate insurance.
How is a sitter vetted?
Identity verification using a government ID, a background check, and real reviews from other pet owners. Sitters with falsified profiles are removed.
Can I message a few sitters before booking?
Yes. Message as many sitters as you want. Set up a meet and greet with your favourite, then book inside the app.
Is GST included in prices?
Yes. Sitters set GST-inclusive rates on Petme. The price you see is the price you pay.
Get Petme
Find a sitter, message in chat, book inside the app. Cashback is credited automatically.
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