Petme · Dog walking · South Miami, Miami

Dog walkers for South Miami pets in Miami

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan. $20–$28 per 30 min in South Miami.

UM-adjacent family city, yard density, mid-range pricing. Walks revolve around Sunset Place and University of Miami campus. Daily walks are the backbone of dog ownership in South Miami. Petme dog walkers cover the standard 30-minute morning, lunch, and evening loops, plus longer outings to the local off-leash spots. Recurring slots lock in with a small repeat-walk discount; one-off walks book on short notice. Same walker every time, up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.

Find a dog walker in South Miami

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 in South Miami
$22,000
maximum toward eligible vet costs
$20–$28
Per 30-min walk
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in South Miami

ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.

5 average from 10 reviews by South Miami pet parents

Adriana

Adriana

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Quien es malo con un animal no puede ser buena persona

Miami
From $35
Sophia Fernandez

Sophia Fernandez

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hired by humans, approved by pets 🐾🤗

Miami
From $10
Isabel

Isabel

5(3)

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Usually replies within a day

Trusted sitter who treats your pets like family - walks, cuddles & care you can count on.

Miami
From €25
Natali P.

Natali P.

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Loved Like Family | Large Fenced Yard & Lake View

Miami
From $25
Joanna Reyes

Joanna Reyes

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Experienced animal lover who treats every pet like family!❤️🐾

North Miami
From $15
Claudia

Claudia

5(3)

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Because walkies, belly rubs, and cuddle duty deserve a professional.🐾✨

Miami
From $15
Mia

Mia

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

As a professional and dedicated pet caregiver with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in providing tailored, compassionate care for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. My approach prio

Miami
From $50
Lizzie

Lizzie

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Loving, reliable pet care—right at home!

Miami Gardens
From $30
Nat

Nat

5(4)

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few days

Dog mom ready to take care of your pup as her own 🖤

Miami
From €12
David

David

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Experienced, reliable pet caregiver who treats every pet like family.

Hallandale Beach
From $15
Sarai Gonzalez

Sarai Gonzalez

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Loving and reliable pet sitter dedicated to keeping your furry friend safe, happy, and cared for like family! 🐶❤️

West Park
From $15
Myrdjanah

Myrdjanah

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

The greatest best friends have four feet

Miramar
From $45
Giulia

Giulia

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Your dogs comfort, happiness and wellbeing is my priority :)

Hollywood
From $13
Paige Adams

Paige Adams

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’ll treat your fur babies like they are my own!

Fort Lauderdale
From $15
Sasha

Sasha

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

all animals deserve the best care!

Davie
From $15
Jessica

Jessica

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

🐶 Home away from home! Loving, personalized boarding and daycare where your fur baby is treated like family. ❤️🐾

Fort Lauderdale
From $25
Pearl

Pearl

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Local pet sitter in the Fort Lauderdale area🐾 I am a big animal lover and have been a pet sitter for friends and family since I was 15!

Oakland Park
From $15

About South Miami

Dog walking in South Miami, what it actually looks like

South Miami is the small city between Coral Gables and Kendall, anchored by the University of Miami campus and Sunset Place shopping center. Single-family homes with mature trees, family-oriented demographic, Dante Fascell Park as the central green space, and quick access to Pinecrest Gardens to the south.

South Miami sitters skew family-oriented and UM-affiliated (faculty, staff, graduate students fill the sitter ranks). The breed mix favors medium-large breeds: Labradors, Goldendoodles, Cavaliers. Yard availability is high, pricing mid-range Miami.

Where dog walkers work in South Miami

Petme dog walkers in South Miami know the local routes. Top spots: Sunset Place, University of Miami campus, Dante Fascell Park, SW 80th Street commercial.

Breeds in the South Miami booking mix

The most-booked breeds across South Miami on Petme right now: Labrador, Goldendoodle, Cavalier King Charles. Filter by breed when searching.

The cashback maths

What 5 30-min walks in South Miami actually cost

Worked example at $24 per 30 min, the midpoint of the South Miami example range. Each sitter sets their own rate, and it is the same either way; the difference is what each platform stacks on top.

Line itemPetmeTypical platforms
Sitter rate (5 × $24)$120$120
Pet-owner service fee (~11%)$0~$13
Cashback earned−$4n/a
Effective cost$116$133

$22,000 Protection Plan is included in the Petme price. Competitors charge separately or cap medical reimbursement.

How it works

Find a South Miami dog walker in three steps

Search South Miami

Pick your dates, browse verified Petme dog walkers in South Miami. 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, $22,000 Protection Plan kicks in immediately, and cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance when the booking ends.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about dog walking in South Miami

Are South Miami sitters UM-affiliated?
Many are. Faculty, staff, and graduate students fill a noticeable share of the sitter ranks. Summer term creates flex availability. Owners get up to $22,000 through the Petme Protection Plan for eligible vet costs, at no extra cost.
How much does pet sitting in South Miami cost?
Boarding $50 to $70 per night, walks $20 to $28 per 30 minutes. On par with Pinecrest and Coral Gables low end. All Petme sitters pass ID verification and a background check before they can list.
Can sitters walk to UM campus?
Yes, on the perimeter. The main UM campus is not dog-friendly inside, but the perimeter sidewalks (San Amaro Drive, Ponce de Leon) are popular dog-walking corridors.
Is South Miami good for big breeds?
Yes. Yards are common, sitters experienced with medium-large breeds. Filter by "yard" in search. Petme charges owners 0% on top of the sitter's rate, and bookings include up to $22,000 through the Petme Protection Plan.
How much does a dog walker in South Miami cost?
30-minute walks run $20 to $28 in South Miami. Recurring 3+ weekly slots typically get a small repeat-walk discount. 60-minute walks run roughly 1.8x. Petme charges 0% owner fee on top.
Can a South Miami walker do pre-commute walks?
Yes, common. Many South Miami walkers offer 6 to 7am slots for owners with an early start to the day. Lock in a standing slot at the meet-and-greet.
What about race days or big-event crowds?
Walkers route around closed streets and event corridors. Reactive dogs are tagged for solo-only bookings during peak event windows.
Will my South Miami walker do an off-leash park run?
Many do, during legal off-leash windows at local parks and fenced dog runs. Confirm at the meet-and-greet which off-leash spots your dog handles well.

Find a vetted South Miami dog walker today

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. Up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs. Search, message, meet, book. Your South Miami dog walker is a few taps away.

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