Drop-in pet visits in the US
A verified Petme sitter visits your home for 30 to 60 minutes, feeding, water, litter, walks, play, across 15 of the largest US metros. 0% owner fee, cashback on every booking, and up to $20,000 in vet protection.
Find a Drop-In SitterWhat are drop-in pet visits?
A sitter drops by your home for the essentials
Drop-in pet visits are short, focused visits by a verified sitter to your home while you are at work, out for the evening, or traveling for a few days. The sitter handles feeding, fresh water, litter scoop, a walk or yard time for dogs, basic medication if needed, and dedicated play or pet time. Your pet stays in their own home, on their own routine, the whole time.
Petme is a US-wide marketplace built around verified, background-checked drop-in sitters. Every sitter has passed identity and background checks before going live. Every booking is automatically covered by up to $20,000 in veterinary protection. And pet owners pay a flat 0% commission, the per-visit rate you agree with your sitter is the full price.
Drop-in visits are the fastest-growing pet sitting sub-segment in the US right now, favored by cat owners, multi-pet households, busy work weeks, and short trips. Browse profiles, read reviews, schedule a free meet-and-greet at your home, and book. Cashback lands automatically after every completed visit.
Find a sitter in your city
Drop-in visits in 15 major US cities
Verified, background-checked drop-in sitters across the country’s largest metros, with per-visit rates that reflect your local market.
Drop-In Visits in New York
New York
Verified drop-in sitters across Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Williamsburg and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Los Angeles
California
Verified drop-in sitters across Silver Lake, Echo Park, Venice and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Chicago
Illinois
Verified drop-in sitters across Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Lakeview and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Houston
Texas
Verified drop-in sitters across The Heights, Montrose, River Oaks and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Phoenix
Arizona
Verified drop-in sitters across Arcadia, Biltmore, Downtown Phoenix and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Verified drop-in sitters across Center City, Fishtown, Northern Liberties and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in San Antonio
Texas
Verified drop-in sitters across Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Downtown and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in San Diego
California
Verified drop-in sitters across La Jolla, Pacific Beach, North Park and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Dallas
Texas
Verified drop-in sitters across Uptown, Deep Ellum, Bishop Arts and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Austin
Texas
Verified drop-in sitters across South Congress, East Austin, Hyde Park and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in San Francisco
California
Verified drop-in sitters across Mission District, Noe Valley, Bernal Heights and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Seattle
Washington
Verified drop-in sitters across Capitol Hill, Ballard, Fremont and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Denver
Colorado
Verified drop-in sitters across LoHi, RiNo, Wash Park and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Boston
Massachusetts
Verified drop-in sitters across Back Bay, South End, Jamaica Plain and beyond.
Drop-In Visits in Miami
Florida
Verified drop-in sitters across Brickell, Wynwood, Coral Gables and beyond.
Why drop-in visits work
Your pet at home, not in a kennel
Drop-in visits are the lowest-stress option for cats, multi-pet households, and short trips. Your pet stays in their own environment with their own routine, and you only pay for the visits you need.
Own home, own routine
Your pet keeps their own bowls, litter, walks, sleeping spots, and food schedule. No carrier rides, no boarding facility, no recovery time after the trip.
Pay only for what you need
Book one visit, two visits, or however many a day fits. Most healthy adult cats are fine with one daily visit; kittens, seniors, dogs, and medicated pets typically need two.
One verified sitter
A single background-checked sitter handles all the visits across your trip. No rotating staff, just one consistent caregiver your pet gets to know.
Photo updates per visit
You get photos and a message after each visit so you can see exactly how your pet is doing. Calm, transparent, no surprises.
Multi-pet households welcome
Drop-in sitters can handle two cats, a cat and dog, kittens with seniors, even small animals. One visit, one sitter, all your pets.
$20,000 vet protection on every visit
Every booking automatically includes up to $20,000 in emergency vet coverage during the booking window, peace of mind no neighborhood sitter can match on their own.
Built on trust
Why thousands of US pet owners book drop-in visits through Petme
The price you agree with your sitter is the full price. No service fees.
Up to $20,000 in emergency vet coverage on every booking.
Verified sitters across the country.
Every sitter is background-checked and reviewed before listing.
How it works
Book drop-in pet visits in three steps
Find a sitter, meet at your home, then book the visits you need. Transparent from start to finish.
Search verified sitters near you
Browse background-checked drop-in sitters in your city. Filter by neighborhood, price, experience, medication ability, and availability for your dates.
Schedule a free meet-and-greet
The sitter visits your home so your pet can meet them, you can show feeding and walking setup, and the sitter sees the space. Free, no obligation.
Book the visits, earn cashback
Confirm in the app. Get photo updates after every visit. Cashback lands automatically when each booking completes.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about drop-in pet visits on Petme.
Cat Sitters in the US
Dedicated cat sitting with feeding, litter, water, and play. Built around cats.
Dog Walking in the US
Verified dog walkers across the country, daily walks instead of full drop-in visits.
Doggy Daycare in the US
Full-day in-home daycare instead of multiple short visits. Real home, real walks.
Pet Sitter Prices
Typical drop-in, walk, daycare, and boarding rates across the US.