How much does pet sitting cost in St. Petersburg, FL?

St. Petersburg is a mid-to-premium Florida Gulf Coast market. Dog boarding typically runs $24 to $50 per night, house sitting $30 to $62 per night, drop-in visits $11 to $19, and dog walking $14 to $26 per walk. Petme charges owners 0% in platform fees.

Are Petme sitters in St. Petersburg background checked?

Yes. Every sitter on Petme completes ID verification and a background check before listing. All confirmed bookings include up to $22,000 in vet fee protection at no extra cost.

What pet sitting services are available in St. Petersburg?

St. Pete sitters provide boarding, house sitting, dog walking, drop-in visits, and doggy daycare. Many sitters know Fort De Soto Park, the Pinellas Trail, Weedon Island Preserve, and the waterfront parks along Tampa Bay. Services cover dogs, cats, and small animals.

Which St. Petersburg neighborhoods and areas have sitters?

Petme has sitters across the Grand Central District, Old Northeast, Gulfport, Shore Acres, and into Clearwater, Largo, and Pinellas Park. Enter your address to find sitters nearest to you.

Can I find a same-day pet sitter in St. Petersburg?

Yes. There is no minimum notice requirement on Petme. Same-day availability is common in St. Pete. Confirming a booking takes under two minutes.

Petme pet sitting · St. Petersburg

Pet sitters in St. Petersburg, FL, with no owner fee

St. Petersburg is Florida's Sunshine City, a vibrant waterfront community on Tampa Bay, and Petme has background-checked sitters ready across the Grand Central District, Old Northeast, Gulfport, and Shore Acres. Whether your dog needs a boarder while you travel or daily walks along the waterfront, every booking includes up to $22,000 in vet fee protection and earns cashback.

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Verified pet sitters in St. Petersburg

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rachel

From $16

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Hi all! My name is Rachel, I am 20 years old, I have always loved cats and dogs. I love taking care of them and making them happy🥰

Largo

Kathleen Murphy

From $20

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Hi! Kat, Animal lover, Here to help!

Tampa

Meghan Hoornstra

From $20

Availability confirmed 7d ago

experienced, caring, trustworthy!

Tampa

Janessa

From $15

Availability confirmed 12d ago

hi! I’m your trustworthy pet sitter ready to help! I treat every furry or scaly friend as my own. I’m a fast responder, reliable, and flexible. I look forward to working with you!

Ruskin

Armesha Giles

From $15

Availability confirmed today

i’m dedicated to making sure your pups/cats are 🥰

Riverview

Sophia Orozco

From $10

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Your pet’s second favorite human 🐾❤️

Carrollwood

Bella Frasca

From $15

Availability confirmed 13d ago

I have been pet sitting for almost my whole life! I love volunteering at the humane society, and I hope to help out you and your pets!

Odessa

Laura Miller

From $10

Availability confirmed 15d ago

✨ Paws, Purrs & Peace of Mind ✨

Tampa

Mackenzie Boyce

From $10

Availability confirmed 12d ago

I love animals and am happy to help in anyway!

Palm Harbor

Elienai

From $20

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Amo los animales, mi sueño es convertirme en la mejor veterinaria y ayudar a todos los animalitos que lo necesiten 🤍🐶 I love animals, my dream is to become the best veterinarian and help all the ani

Tampa

Jackson Rizzo

From $15

Availability confirmed 6d ago

ALL animals deserve unconditional love!!

Sarasota

Bella Steil

From $18

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Hi! I’m Bella and I’m a huge animal lover who will treat your pets like they’re my own. I’m reliable, caring, and will always make sure your pet feels happy, loved, and comfortable.

Starkey Ranch

ander

From $15

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Hi! I’m Ander. I’m a reliable and caring pet sitter who loves dogs and cats. I’ll treat your pets like family and make sure they feel safe, happy, and well cared for. I look forward to meeting you and

Sarasota

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Two features that make every Petme booking better for you.

Earn cashback on every St. Pete booking

Every Petme booking in St. Petersburg adds cashback to your balance automatically. Whether you book a boarder in Old Northeast, a house sitter in Shore Acres, or a dog walker along the Pinellas Trail, your balance grows with every stay.

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No platform fee for St. Pete pet owners

Petme charges St. Petersburg pet owners 0% in service fees. The price your sitter sets is the exact price you pay at checkout. No booking surcharge, no hidden markup. Transparent Florida Gulf Coast pet care.

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Payment is held securely and released to the sitter after the stay. You automatically earn cashback, and every booking includes through the Protection Plan.

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Common questions about pet sitting in St. Petersburg

How much does pet sitting cost in St. Petersburg, FL?: St. Petersburg is a mid-to-premium Florida Gulf Coast market. Dog boarding typically runs $24 to $50 per night, house sitting $30 to $62 per night, drop-in visits $11 to $19, and dog walking $14 to $26 per walk. Petme charges owners 0% in platform fees.
Are Petme sitters in St. Petersburg background checked?: Yes. Every sitter on Petme completes ID verification and a background check before listing. All confirmed bookings include up to $22,000 in vet fee protection at no extra cost.
What pet sitting services are available in St. Petersburg?: St. Pete sitters provide boarding, house sitting, dog walking, drop-in visits, and doggy daycare. Many sitters know Fort De Soto Park, the Pinellas Trail, Weedon Island Preserve, and the waterfront parks along Tampa Bay. Services cover dogs, cats, and small animals.
Which St. Petersburg neighborhoods and areas have sitters?: Petme has sitters across the Grand Central District, Old Northeast, Gulfport, Shore Acres, and into Clearwater, Largo, and Pinellas Park. Enter your address to find sitters nearest to you.
Can I find a same-day pet sitter in St. Petersburg?: Yes. There is no minimum notice requirement on Petme. Same-day availability is common in St. Pete. Confirming a booking takes under two minutes.