Petme · Philadelphia

Dog, cat, and pet care in Philadelphia

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan included.

Verified dog and cat sitters across Center City to Fishtown in Philadelphia. No service fee for pet owners, cashback on every completed booking, $22,000 Protection Plan included on every stay.

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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 on Petme
$22,000
Protection Plan per booking
Cashback
On every booking
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Philadelphia

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

Aaron

Aaron

From $25

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Dependable male pet sitter providing safe, attentive care for your pets

Philadelphia
Emily

Emily

From $16

Availability confirmed 8d ago

I love all pets and animals not just the furry ones and am happy to watch whatever little creature you need me to!

Philadelphia
dar

dar

From $28

Availability confirmed 14d ago

your fav vet tech!

Camden
Shay Lopez

Shay Lopez

From $20

Availability confirmed 10d ago

I love kitties

Philadelphia
Tiana

Tiana

From $20

Availability confirmed today

As an animal lover I make it my top priority to ensure your pets are happy, healthy, and safe.

Philadelphia
Keyla

Keyla

From $17

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Im available at all times and dates, fully prepared to take care of and ensure the safety of your pet! I have the energy and patience to keep up with any of your pets needs!

Pennsauken
Hannah Potocki

Hannah Potocki

From $20

Availability confirmed 15d ago

your dogs new best friend and walking buddy!🐶

Philadelphia
Nikki

Nikki

From $25

Availability confirmed 9d ago

Your dog's other best friend!

Philadelphia
Jenni Profera

Jenni Profera

From $15

Availability confirmed yesterday

great with pets that are high energy, shy, and everything in between!

Nether Providence Township
Halle McCall

Halle McCall

From $15

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Animal lover🩷

Philadelphia
Janelle Sellers

Janelle Sellers

From $10

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Affordable yet personal care!

West Chester
Shanisa Joyner

Shanisa Joyner

From $25

Availability confirmed 7d ago

Pet-Mom to the masses!

Wilmington

The cashback maths

What you actually save on a typical booking

Worked example: a 5-night dog-boarding stay in Philadelphia at $65 per night. The sitter sets the same rate either way. The difference is what each platform stacks on top.

Typical platformsPetme
Sitter rate (5 nights × $65)$325$325
Pet-owner service fee$35–$50$0
Booking subtotal$360–$375$325
Cashback earned$0−$16
Effective cost$360–$375$309

The competitor column is a typical owner-side service fee on platforms that charge one on top of the sitter rate (Rover, Wag and Care.com all publish their current fees on their own sites, and those fees change). Petme charges pet owners 0% and credits cashback on every booking automatically into your Petme balance.

Comparison

Petme vs other US platforms

Typical platforms
Pet owners pay a platform service fee on top of every booking, added at checkout.
No cashback. Repeat bookings cost the same as the first.
Emergency vet costs limited or behind a paid tier, with caps and exclusions set out in each platform's own policy pages.
Sitter matching rotates you through whoever is available. No same-sitter guarantee.
Petme
Pet owners pay 0% on Petme. The sitter sets the rate, you pay only the rate.
Cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance instantly.
$22,000 in vet expenses included on every booking, no deductible, no upcharge.
Search and rebook the same sitter directly. Most Petme owners stick with one preferred sitter after the first 2–3 bookings.

Protection and cashback

Protection and cashback, automatic

$22,000 Protection Plan on every booking

Every booking on Petme includes up to $22,000 in vet expenses if something happens during the stay. The protection is automatic, has no deductible, and applies whether you book one drop-in visit or a two-week boarding. No claim form to fill out before the vet visit: open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates with the clinic.

Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in

When a booking completes, cashback on every booking is credited to your Petme balance straight away. Use the balance toward your next booking, no expiry, no minimum. The more you book, the more comes back.

How it works

How it works

Search your neighborhood

Pick your dates, choose a service, and browse verified sitters in your part of the city. Read profiles, reviews, and house rules before reaching out.

Message in chat, meet in person

Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, share your pet's routine, and confirm any medical or feeding needs.

Book inside the app, get cashback

Confirm the booking, the sitter is notified, and cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance automatically when the stay ends.

Local context

Booking a sitter in Philadelphia: what to know

Philadelphia runs humid summers and icy winters with road salt across rowhome blocks. Sitters rinse salt off paws between Center City stoops in winter, shift to early walks in July humidity, and watch for hot brick and asphalt in the densest neighborhoods. Boarding peaks over the winter holidays and the summer Shore-travel window, when families head to the Jersey Shore. Daily lunchtime walks run steady year-round for Center City and University City commuters.

Nearby metros

Pet sitters in cities near Philadelphia

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are pet sitters in Philadelphia really vetted?
Yes. Every Petme sitter in Philadelphia passes identity verification with a government ID and a background check before their profile goes live. First bookings are tagged so you can see whether a sitter is new or established, and reviews are open and unfiltered.
What does the 0% owner fee actually mean in practice?
It means Petme adds nothing to the sitter's rate: a $325 5-night boarding costs you $325. Other US platforms (Rover, Wag, Care.com) charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter's rate at checkout, and their exact fees are published on their own sites and can change. On Petme there is no owner-side fee to compare.
How does cashback work for Philadelphia bookings?
When you complete a booking with a sitter in Philadelphia, Petme credits cashback back into your in-app balance. The balance applies to your next booking with no expiry and no minimum. New customers see the credit within hours of booking completion.
What happens if my pet needs a vet during a stay in Philadelphia?
Every Petme booking automatically includes up to $22,000 in vet expenses if something goes wrong during the stay. The protection has no deductible and applies whether you book one walk or a two-week boarding. Open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates directly with the Philadelphia clinic.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Yes. Each sitter sets their own cancellation policy and it's shown clearly on their profile before you book. Cancellations made inside the sitter's free-cancel window are refunded in full to your original payment method.
What about Philadelphia-specific rules I should know?
Pennsylvania requires no state pet-sitter licence. Philadelphia enforces a citywide leash-and-cleanup ordinance and runs permitted off-leash dog parks. Pet-sitting income is self-employment income on a federal Schedule C, with a 1099-NEC from Petme once your annual earnings pass the federal reporting threshold plus Pennsylvania and Philadelphia local income taxes.
Is Petme an app or a website?
Both. Search and read profiles on the website. Booking, messages, payment, and cashback all run inside the iOS and Android app.

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Find a sitter, message in chat, book inside the app. Cashback lands automatically when the booking is done.

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