Microclimates run cold-and-foggy in Inner Sunset and warm in the Mission within the same afternoon. SF sitters layer for the Outer Avenues and watch for foxtail grass burrs at Fort Funston and Crissy Field. Tuesday-through-Thursday daycare and drop-in demand spikes in lockstep with the city's hybrid-RTO calendar. Boarding peaks during ski-week (mid-February), spring break, and the September-to-November conference-travel window.
Petme · San Francisco
Trusted local sitters for your pet in San Francisco
0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan included.
Verified dog and cat sitters across Mission to the Marina in San Francisco. No service fee for pet owners, cashback on every completed booking, up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.
0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
$420
On Petme$407+$13 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
0%
Owner service fee on Petme
$22,000
maximum toward eligible vet costs
Cashback
On every booking
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating
Verified pet sitters in San Francisco
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
Michelle
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Lifelong cat lover offering reliable drop-in visits for cats and small-medium dogs in San Francisco.
San Francisco
From $35
Jake
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
I’ll provide a very calming energy for your dog to feel safe and relaxed while we’re on walkies as well as an infinite amount of tummy rubs, love, and respect!
San Francisco
From $20
Celeste
Availability confirmed 13d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Hi, I'm Celeste! I'm currently a student at San Francisco State University. I've loved animals my entire life and believe every pet deserves kindness, patience, and respect. I provide safe, attentive,
Daly City
From $20
Alice
Availability confirmed 9d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Treating your pets with all the love and care they deserve!!
Daly City
From $7
Illyria
Availability confirmed 3d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Lifelong animal lover in Berkeley. Proud frog owner. Safe and reliable care.
Berkeley
From $20
Julia
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Animal whisperer looking for an excuse to hug doggos 💖
Oakland
From $35
Ali s
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Top Rated Sitter
Oakland
From $45
Jay
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few days
Feline-Centric Boarding – Free Roaming – Window perches and scratchers in every room with small trees wrapping around the house.
Oakland
From $45
Nohemi Gomez
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Purfect care for your life long family member
San Leandro
From $25
Sierra
Availability confirmed 6d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
The Next Best Thing to You🐾
Pinole
From $20
Kassandra
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Your fur babies new favorite auntie! 🐶💚
San Leandro
From $28
Sally
Availability confirmed yesterday
Usually replies within a few days
I’ve grown up with dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs, and animals have always been a big part of my life. As a dog groomer and lifelong animal lover, I love getting to know each pet’s personality a
Belmont
From $30
Nikole
Availability confirmed 11d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
🐾 Your Dog Gon’ Be Treated Better Than My Own Man. Respectfully. 💅🏼🐶
Rodeo
From $70
Andy T.
Availability confirmed yesterday
Usually replies within a few hours
cuddling animals is my favorite hobby!
Vallejo
From $25
Margarita
Availability confirmed 5d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Stanford student for pet care!
Palo Alto
From $20
The cashback maths
What you actually save on a typical booking
Worked example: a 5-night dog-boarding stay in San Francisco at $65 per night. The sitter sets the same rate either way. The difference is what each platform stacks on top.
| Typical platforms | Petme | |
|---|---|---|
| Sitter rate (5 nights × $65) | $325 | $325 |
| Pet-owner service fee | $35–$50 | $0 |
| Booking subtotal | $360–$375 | $325 |
| Cashback earned | $0 | −$16 |
| Effective cost | $360–$375 | $309 |
The competitor column is a typical owner-side service fee on platforms that charge one on top of the sitter rate (Rover, Wag and Care.com all publish their current fees on their own sites, and those fees change). Petme charges pet owners 0% and credits cashback on every booking 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, added at checkout.
No cashback. Repeat bookings cost the same as the first.
Emergency vet costs limited or behind a paid tier, with caps and exclusions set out in each platform's own policy pages.
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.
Cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance instantly.
Up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs through the Petme Protection Plan, at no extra cost.
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
Up to $22,000 for eligible vet costs
The Petme Protection Plan can contribute up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs if your pet is hurt or falls ill during a booking made and paid through Petme. It is not insurance, and the Protection Plan terms set out what qualifies and how to ask for help.
Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in
When a booking completes, cashback on every booking 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
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 cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance automatically when the stay ends.
Local context
Booking a sitter in San Francisco: what to know
By neighborhood
Pet sitters in every San Francisco neighborhood
Each San Francisco neighborhood has its own pet-sitter market. Petme covers 29 of them with verified sitters, neighborhood-specific pricing, and the local walking routes your dog already knows.
Mission District, San FranciscoNoe Valley, San FranciscoBernal Heights, San FranciscoCastro, San FranciscoPacific Heights, San FranciscoMarina District, San FranciscoHayes Valley, San FranciscoInner Sunset, San FranciscoCole Valley, San FranciscoGlen Park, San FranciscoPotrero Hill, San FranciscoRussian Hill, San FranciscoSoMa, San FranciscoNorth Beach, San FranciscoChinatown, San FranciscoNob Hill, San FranciscoFinancial District, San FranciscoInner Richmond, San FranciscoOuter Richmond, San FranciscoOuter Sunset, San FranciscoDogpatch, San FranciscoMission Bay, San FranciscoBayview, San FranciscoWestern Addition, San FranciscoLower Haight, San FranciscoHaight-Ashbury, San FranciscoForest Hill, San FranciscoTwin Peaks, San FranciscoSea Cliff, San Francisco
Pet care services in San Francisco
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in San Francisco
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in San Francisco
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in San Francisco
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in San Francisco
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in San Francisco
Related Petme pages
Related pages for San Francisco
Become a sitter in San FranciscoTrue cost of pet sitting in San FranciscoUS pet-sitter directoryPet sitters near you in San FranciscoDog boarding · San FranciscoDog walkers · San FranciscoCat sitters · San FranciscoDoggy daycare · San FranciscoDrop-in visits · San FranciscoHouse sitters · San FranciscoDog sitters · San FranciscoPet sitting jobs in San Francisco
Local know-how
Pet care resources in San Francisco
The emergency hospitals, shelters and dog parks San Francisco owners and sitters actually use. Every detail below was checked against the organization's own site in June 2026.
SAGE Veterinary Centers - San Francisco
Emergency vet · San Francisco. Emergency and specialty animal hospital; the site states hospitals are open 24/7 for emergencies. Official site
VCA Encina Veterinary Medical Center
Emergency vet · Walnut Creek (East Bay). Emergency and specialty hospital at 2803 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek; open 24 hours every day for emergency care. Official site
San Francisco SPCA
Shelter and rescue · Mission District. Nonprofit offering adoptions, a veterinary hospital, spay/neuter and community clinics; caring for animals since 1868. Official site
San Francisco Animal Care and Control
Shelter and rescue · Mission District / SoMa. The city's only open-door shelter at 1419 Bryant St; accepts all animals and handles animal emergencies 6am to midnight. Official site
Fort Funston
Dog park · Lake Merced / southwest coast. Coastal bluff area in Golden Gate National Recreation Area on SF's western edge, with trails listed for dog walking. Official site
Nearby metros
Pet sitters in cities near San Francisco
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dog sitter cost in San Francisco?
Overnight dog sitting in San Francisco usually runs $70 to $120 a night, and a drop-in visit $30 to $50. Each sitter sets their own rate on their profile, and Petme adds no owner fee on top, so the rate you see is the rate you pay.
How much should I pay a dog sitter for a week in San Francisco?
At San Francisco rates of $70 to $120 a night, a 7-night stay comes to about $490 to $840. Two daily drop-in visits instead cost roughly $420 to $700 for the week. Many sitters discount longer stays, so ask before you book.
How much does a cat sitter cost in San Francisco?
Most cat owners in San Francisco book drop-in visits at $30 to $50 each, which covers feeding, litter and play. A week of daily visits comes to about $210 to $350. Cats usually stay calmer at home than in a boarding facility.
How much is a dog walker in San Francisco?
Dog walkers in San Francisco typically charge $28 to $45 per 30 to 60 minute walk. Regular weekday walks are the most common booking, and you pay the walker's rate with no owner fee added at checkout.
Can a sitter stay overnight at my home in San Francisco?
Yes. Many San Francisco sitters offer house sitting, staying overnight so your pets keep their routine and your home is not left empty. Each sitter lists the nights they are free and their nightly rate, and you can meet them before you hand over keys.
Are pet sitters in San Francisco background checked?
Yes. Every Petme sitter in San Francisco passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check before their profile goes live. Profiles show the sitter's photos, videos and reviews from other owners, so you can compare before you message anyone.
What happens if my pet needs a vet during a stay in San Francisco?
Take your pet to the nearest San Francisco vet first. The Petme Protection Plan can then contribute up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs from an incident during a booking made and paid through Petme. It is not insurance, and the Protection Plan terms set out what qualifies.
What about San Francisco-specific rules I should know?
San Francisco has no dog-walker permit; Recreation and Parks requires a Professional Dog Walker permit only when walking 4 to 8 dogs commercially in city parks ($600 annual + insurance). Petme sitters who walk 1 to 3 dogs at a time do not need it.
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