Petme · Washington DC

Dog, cat, and pet care in Washington DC

0% owner fee. Up to 5% cashback on every booking. $20,000 vet protection included.

Verified dog and cat sitters across Dupont Circle to Capitol Hill in Washington DC. No service fee for pet owners, up to 5% cashback on every completed booking, $20,000 vet protection included on every stay.

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0% owner fee + cashback

$66better off on Petme

Booking$420

On Petme$400+$20 Cashback

Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays up to 5% cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

Owner service fee on Petme

$20,000

Vet protection per booking

Up to 5%

Cashback on every booking

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Washington DC

Browse verified pet sitters in Washington DC. Tap any sitter to see their services, rates and reviews.

Megan Montgomery

singing_hamster1385

Animal lover and detail oriented

Washington

Nicole

thepetauntie

Your Pet’s Favorite Auntie! 🐾

Washington

Nazir and jada

paws2partners

Two hearts, one mission—happy, cared-for pets

Arlington

Bridget

bridget

Former vet tech pet sitter

Arlington

Joyce B.

wagondog

I’ve walked over 1000 doggies, and can’t to walk yours!

Washington

Mery

meryhannah

Hi! My name is Mery, and I have been caring for animals my whole life. I grew up taking care of farm animals, and I specialize in dogs and cats. I've had experience with many other animals though, inc

Arlington

Tai

taiwo

Tail wags guaranteed 🐶

College Park

fiorelaaa

fiorelalove

Energetic, caring, fun 21 Yr. old!

Silver Spring

Aisulu Ball

aisuluball

hi! I have 2 years of experience with doggy day cares and pet sitting! Please consider me when you want your pet cared for:)

Springfield

Ana

majestic_bull358

At home full time and spacious backyard!

Potomac

Yuandi Yang

yuandiyang

Have a joyful day, Furbaby. Cat sittings and drop in visits are welcome! I am an Animal Behavior College Certified cat trainer. I serve your cats like my friends. Play time, music and conversation ar

Rockville

Ellen Kaht

elkaht.2020

I am excited and motivated to give your pets the best pet sitting experience!

Springfield

Aaliyah

sassy_panther1317

Professional care, playful energy your dog gets the best of both.”

Bowie

Ryan

funky_pegasus1029

19-year old college student that loves ALL animals and is an aspiring vet assistant. Being around animals fuels my happiness. Good with dogs/animals of all sizes! Small, but strong enough to handle a

Bowie

Samiha

certifiedbellyrub

Your best friend is my best friend

Fairfax

Emmanuella

noisy_bear1064

reliable care from a genuine lifelong animal lover ❤️

Montgomery Village

abbyN

lonely_mosquito1728

pet lover friendly and lovely person

Sterling

Tamara

pristine_basilisk1791

Your pets second favorite human 🐾

Woodbridge

Morgan

cheeky_dog1173

Caring and Loving for your pets like my own

Woodbridge

Jessica

jesslobespe

Reliable, Fun, loving sitter

Woodbridge

Arya Thakkar

pets.and.arii

professional treat dispenser(:

Ashburn

Kelly Carter

purring_cat0

Experienced Pet Caretaker

Baltimore

The cashback maths

What you actually save on a typical booking

Worked example: a 5-night dog-boarding stay in Washington DC at $65 per night. The sitter sets the same rate either way — the difference is what each platform stacks on top.

	Fee-charging platforms	Petme
Sitter rate (5 nights × $65)	$325	$325
Pet-owner service fee (~11%)	$35–$50	$0
Booking subtotal	$360–$375	$325
Cashback earned	—	−$16
Effective cost	$360–$375	$309

Competitor column reflects platforms that charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter rate (Rover, Wag, Care.com). Petme charges pet owners 0% and credits up to 5% cashback automatically into your Petme balance.

Comparison

Petme vs other US platforms

Typical platforms

Pet owners pay a platform service fee on top of every booking (typically 5–11%).

No cashback. Repeat bookings cost the same as the first.

Limited or paywalled vet protection. Some platforms cap medical reimbursement at $1,000–$5,000.

Sitter matching rotates you through whoever is available. No same-sitter guarantee.

Petme

Pet owners pay 0% on Petme. The sitter sets the rate, you pay only the rate.

Up to 5% cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance instantly.

$20,000 in vet expenses included on every booking, no deductible, no upcharge.

Search and rebook the same sitter directly. Most Petme owners stick with one preferred sitter after the first 2–3 bookings.

Protection and cashback

Protection and cashback, automatic

$20,000 vet protection on every booking

Every booking on Petme includes up to $20,000 in vet expenses if something happens during the stay. The protection is automatic, has no deductible, and applies whether you book one drop-in visit or a two-week boarding. No claim form to fill out before the vet visit: open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates with the clinic.

Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in

When a booking completes, up to 5% cashback is credited to your Petme balance straight away. Use the balance toward your next booking, no expiry, no minimum. The more you book, the more comes back.

How it works

Search your neighborhood

Pick your dates, choose a service, and browse verified sitters in your part of the city. Read profiles, reviews, and house rules before reaching out.

Message in chat, meet in person

Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, share your pet's routine, and confirm any medical or feeding needs.

Book inside the app, get cashback

Confirm the booking, the sitter is notified, and up to 5% cashback lands in your Petme balance automatically when the stay ends.

Local context

Booking a sitter in Washington DC: what to know

DC runs humid summers and icy winters, with cherry-blossom crowds packing the parks each spring. Sitters shift to early and late walks in July humidity, rinse road salt off paws in winter, and route around tourist-heavy corridors during peak bloom. Government, contractor, and Hill-recess travel drives constant relocation and short-trip demand, with steady daily walks for the dense rowhouse neighborhoods. Boarding peaks over the summer and winter-holiday windows.

Pet care services in Washington DC

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Washington DC

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Washington DC

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Washington DC

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Washington DC

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Washington DC

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are pet sitters in Washington DC really vetted?

Yes. Every Petme sitter in Washington DC passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check before their profile goes live. First bookings are tagged so you can see whether a sitter is new or established, and reviews are open and unfiltered.

What does the 0% owner fee actually mean in practice?

Other US platforms (Rover, Wag, Care.com) charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter's rate at checkout — typically 5% to 11%. Petme charges pet owners 0%. You pay the rate the sitter sets, nothing else. On a $325 5-night boarding, that's $35–$50 you don't pay.

How does cashback work for Washington DC bookings?

When you complete a booking with a sitter in Washington DC, Petme credits up to 5% of the booking value back into your in-app balance. The balance applies to your next booking with no expiry and no minimum. New customers see the credit within hours of booking completion.

What happens if my pet needs a vet during a stay in Washington DC?

Every Petme booking automatically includes up to $20,000 in vet expenses if something goes wrong during the stay. The protection has no deductible and applies whether you book one walk or a two-week boarding. Open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates directly with the Washington DC clinic.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Yes. Each sitter sets their own cancellation policy and it's shown clearly on their profile before you book. Cancellations made inside the sitter's free-cancel window are refunded in full to your original payment method.

What about Washington DC-specific rules I should know?

The District of Columbia requires no separate pet-sitter licence. DC enforces a leash-and-cleanup law and runs permitted dog parks. Pet-sitting income is self-employment income on a federal Schedule C, with a 1099-NEC from Petme past $600 a year plus DC income tax.

Is Petme an app or a website?

Both. Search and read profiles on the website. Booking, messages, payment, and cashback all run inside the iOS and Android app.

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Find a sitter, message in chat, book inside the app. Cashback lands automatically when the booking is done.

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