In-home dog boarding in Philadelphia
Your dog stays in a real Philly home, a Rittenhouse rowhouse, Fishtown loft, or Manayunk hillside home with a verified Petme sitter. Daily walks along the Schuylkill, photo updates, and up to $20,000 in vet protection on every booking.
Why Petme
Why Philadelphia owners choose Petme for dog boarding
Every boarding stay in Philadelphiais designed around one thing: your peace of mind. No kennel cages, no rotating staff, no last-minute surprises, just a verified sitter, a real home, and a routine that fits your dog's real life.
0% commission
Zero fee for pet owners
No commission. No service charges. The nightly rate you agree with your sitter is the full price you pay. No surprises at checkout, ever.
Cashback rewards
Cashback after every stay
Earn money back on every completed boarding booking. Cashback compounds with use and applies to future bookings on Petme.
Trusted sitters
Verified, background-checked sitters
Every boarding sitter on Petme is reviewed by our trust & safety team. Only verified, background-checked sitters can accept boarding bookings.
$20,000 protection
$20,000 vet protection
Every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary coverage from drop-off to pickup. If your dog needs emergency care during the stay, eligible costs are covered.
Available Sitters in Philadelphia
Browse verified pet sitters across the country. Our grid updates based on your location.
Neighborhoods we cover
Verified sitters in every Philadelphia neighborhood
From Center City to Roxborough, Petme sitters live across the Philadelphia metro. Short drop-off, familiar walking routes, and a home environment close to your dog's day-to-day.
- Center City
- Fishtown
- Northern Liberties
- Rittenhouse
- Queen Village
- Manayunk
- Fairmount
- Old City
- University City
- Graduate Hospital
- East Passyunk
- Roxborough
How it works
Three steps to your perfect boarding sitter in Philadelphia
Find a sitter, meet in person, then book with full vet protection. The whole process happens inside the Petme app, transparent, verified, and built around your dog's comfort.
Search boarding sitters nearby
Browse verified boarding sitters in your city. Filter by price, star rating, home setup (yard, AC, own pets), neighborhood, and availability for your dates.
Free meet-and-greet
Schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet at the sitter's home before committing. Confirm your dog feels comfortable and the home is the right fit.
Book, relax, earn cashback
Drop off with confidence. Get photo and message updates throughout the stay. When the booking completes, cashback lands automatically in your Petme account.
Typical pricing
How much is dog boarding in Philadelphia?
In-home dog boarding in Philadelphia typically runs $35-$70 per night, with most stays around $45/night. Petme charges 0% commission for pet owners, so the rate you agree with your sitter is the rate you pay, no hidden service fees, ever.
Local guide
Dog boarding in Philadelphia, PA: what to know
Philadelphia is one of the most walkable, dog-friendly cities on the East Coast, and also one where most residents live in rowhouses without private yards. That mix shapes how pet care works in Philly: walks matter, neighborhood culture matters, and your sitter's daily routine has to fit a city built for foot traffic. Petme connects you with verified in-home boarders across the city, from Rittenhouse and Center City to Fishtown, Manayunk, East Passyunk and beyond, each with their own neighborhood routine.
For Philly owners, Petme charges 0% commission. The rate you agree with your sitter is the full price, no service fees on top. Cashback is automatic after every completed stay, and every booking includes up to $20,000 in veterinary protection. That coverage is meaningful in a city where Penn Vet, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, and other after-hours clinics carry costs that can otherwise stack up quickly.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about dog boarding in Philadelphia.
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