Petme in New Zealand

Pet sitting cost in New Zealand 2026

All rates are GST inclusive. Petme charges pet owners 0%.

Typical NZD pricing for dog boarding, walking, daycare, drop-ins, house sitting, and cat sitting across the country. Updated for 2026. City ranges below.

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Service fee for pet owners

NZ$36,000+

Vet protection per booking

200K+

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By service

National rate ranges by service

Dog boarding (overnight)

NZ$45-100 per night

Metro NZ$55-95 (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown). Regional NZ$40-70.

Dog walking (30 min)

NZ$25-45 per walk

Solo walks cost more than group walks. Evening or weekend slots may carry a small premium.

Doggy daycare

NZ$35-65 per day

Half-day rates run NZ$22-45. Recurring weekday daycare often discounted.

Drop-in visits

NZ$25-40 per visit

Most cats are booked for two visits per day when owners travel.

House sitting

NZ$60-110 per night

In-home stays. Includes plant watering, mail, and lights routine.

Cat sitting (drop-in)

NZ$25-45 per visit

Overnight cat sitting runs NZ$60-100 per night.

By city

City-by-city pricing

Boarding, walking, and daycare ranges in NZD for the top markets. All prices GST inclusive.

AucklandBoarding NZ$55-95 . Walking NZ$28-45 . Daycare NZ$45-65
WellingtonBoarding NZ$55-95 . Walking NZ$28-45 . Daycare NZ$45-65
ChristchurchBoarding NZ$55-95 . Walking NZ$28-45 . Daycare NZ$45-65
HamiltonBoarding NZ$45-80 . Walking NZ$25-40 . Daycare NZ$35-55
TaurangaBoarding NZ$45-80 . Walking NZ$25-40 . Daycare NZ$35-55
DunedinBoarding NZ$45-80 . Walking NZ$25-40 . Daycare NZ$35-55
QueenstownBoarding NZ$55-95 . Walking NZ$28-45 . Daycare NZ$45-65
Napier / Hawke’s BayBoarding NZ$40-70 . Walking NZ$22-35 . Daycare NZ$30-50
New PlymouthBoarding NZ$40-70 . Walking NZ$22-35 . Daycare NZ$30-50
WhangāreiBoarding NZ$40-70 . Walking NZ$22-35 . Daycare NZ$30-50

FAQ

Pet sitting cost FAQ

How much does a pet sitter cost in New Zealand?
Overnight dog boarding in NZ typically costs NZ$45-100 per night. A 30-minute walk runs NZ$25-45. Doggy daycare lands at NZ$35-65 per day. Drop-in visits are NZ$25-40 per visit. House sitting (in your home) is NZ$60-110 per night. All prices are GST inclusive.
Why is pet sitting cheaper in Hamilton than Auckland?
Metro cities like Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown sit at the top of the range because of higher cost of living and stronger demand. Regional cities like Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier, and Whangarei sit in the middle. Smaller towns sit at the lower end.
Are there extra fees on top of the sitter rate?
On Petme, no. Petme charges pet owners 0% in service fees. The price you see is the price you pay. Sitters set GST-inclusive rates, so there are no surprises at checkout.
What about cashback?
Petme credits cashback to your in-app balance on every completed booking. You can spend it on your next booking. No expiry, no minimum, no opt-in.
Does the price include vet protection?
Yes. Every Petme booking includes up to NZ$36,000+ in vet expenses at any registered Kiwi vet clinic. No deductible. No upcharge.
How do Petme prices compare to Pawshake or kennels?
Sitter base rates on Petme tend to land in the same range as on other home-based platforms. The difference is the platform structure: Petme charges pet owners 0%, while other platforms commonly add an undisclosed service fee at checkout. Kennels are often cheaper per night but provide group housing rather than home-based care.

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