Petme · Dog sitting · Pasadena, Los Angeles

Find a vetted dog sitter in Pasadena, Los Angeles

0% owner fee. Up to 5% cashback. $20,000 vet protection. $55–$80 per night in Pasadena.

Historic Old-LA, Rose Bowl loop, Caltech-affiliated sitters. Walks revolve around Old Pasadena and Rose Bowl. A Petme dog sitter in Pasadena is a person whose home becomes your dog's second home. Same sitter every booking, your dog learns the apartment and the local walk routine. Different from a kennel: no rotating staff, no concrete-run boarding. Verified, background-checked, reachable in-chat any hour, $20,000 vet protection on every stay.

Find a dog sitter in Pasadena

Owner service fee in Pasadena

$20,000

Vet protection per booking

$55–$80

Per night boarding

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

About Pasadena

Dog sitting in Pasadena, what it actually looks like

Pasadena is the historic Old-LA neighborhood east of central LA. Old Pasadena's walkable downtown, the Rose Bowl stadium and the Brookside Park surroundings, and the Arroyo Seco trails plus Eaton Canyon hiking access. Mature tree canopy, single-family Craftsman and Spanish Revival homes, family-suburban demographic.

Pasadena sitters skew family-oriented with single-family yards common, often with mature gardens. The breed mix favors medium-large breeds: Labradors, Goldendoodles, Bernese Mountain Dogs. Caltech and Pasadena City College staff and students fill the sitter ranks too, with flexible schedules. Pricing reflects suburban character.

Where dog sitters work in Pasadena

Petme dog sitters in Pasadena know the local routes. Top spots: Old Pasadena, Rose Bowl, Arroyo Seco trails, Eaton Canyon.

Breeds in the Pasadena booking mix

The most-booked breeds across Pasadena on Petme right now: Labrador, Goldendoodle, Bernese Mountain Dog. Filter by breed when searching.

The cashback maths

What 5 nights in Pasadena actually cost

Worked example at the Pasadena median rate ($68 per night, source: Petme telemetry, May 2026). The sitter sets the same rate either way; the difference is what each platform stacks on top.

Line item	Petme	Fee-charging platforms
Sitter rate (5 × $68)	$340	$340
Pet-owner service fee (~11%)	$0	~$36
Cashback earned (up to 5%)	−$17	n/a
Effective cost	$323	$376

$20,000 vet protection is included in the Petme price. Competitors charge separately or cap medical reimbursement.

How it works

Find a Pasadena dog sitter in three steps

Search Pasadena

Pick your dates, browse verified Petme dog sitters in Pasadena. Read profiles, reviews, breed experience, and house rules before reaching out.

Meet in person

Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, walk them past the doorman or building staff, confirm routines and medical needs.

Book + earn cashback

Confirm in-app, sitter is notified instantly, $20,000 vet protection kicks in immediately, and up to 5% cashback lands in your Petme balance when the booking ends.

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Pet care services in Pasadena, Los Angeles

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Pasadena, Los Angeles

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Pasadena, Los Angeles

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Pasadena, Los Angeles

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Pasadena, Los Angeles

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Pasadena, Los Angeles

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about dog sitting in Pasadena

Can my Pasadena sitter take my dog to the Rose Bowl?

Yes, the 3.1-mile Rose Bowl Loop is the iconic Pasadena dog walk. Pavement, mostly flat, popular with runners and dog walkers. Most Pasadena sitters factor it into long-stay routines.

How much does pet sitting in Pasadena cost?

Boarding $55 to $80 per night, walks $20 to $30 per 30 minutes. On par with Sherman Oaks and Mar Vista. Every sitter on Petme is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings.

Is Eaton Canyon dog-friendly?

Yes, on-leash. Trail to the waterfall is a 3.5-mile round trip. Pasadena sitters with active dogs often include weekly Eaton Canyon outings. Closed seasonally for fire risk; check before going.

Are Pasadena sitters Caltech-affiliated?

Many are. Graduate students and postdocs from Caltech and Pasadena City College fill the sitter ranks; summer break creates flex availability. Vet expense protection of $20,000 is included on each Petme booking, with no owner fee added.

How much does a dog sitter in Pasadena cost?

Overnight stays run $55 to $80 per night in Pasadena. Multi-night bookings often discount slightly. Petme charges 0% owner fee on top.

How is a Petme dog sitter different from a kennel?

A kennel is a facility with rotating staff. A Petme dog sitter is a person whose home becomes your dog's second home. Same person every booking, same neighborhood, same walking routine.

Can I find a yard sitter in Pasadena?

Yard availability varies by neighborhood. Lower-density, residential areas tend to have more yards; downtown and condo-heavy areas have fewer. Filter by "yard" in search to see sitters with outdoor space.

Will a Pasadena sitter handle a long boarding stay?

Yes, multi-week bookings are common (academic-year travel, hiatus weeks, long work trips). Some sitters discount the per-night rate for 14+ night bookings. Lock in 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best sitters.

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