Pet sitting jobs across the US

Get paid to look after pets near you

Boarding, daycare, drop-in visits, dog walking, house sitting. Choose the services you offer, set your own rates, pick your hours, and earn up to 90% of every booking with sitter cashback.

Choose your services, set your rates

Boarding

$35 to $75 per night across US metros. Dogs stay at your home overnight.

House sitting

$45 to $130 per night. You stay overnight at the owner's home.

Doggy daycare

$25 to $80 per day. Day-only care while owners are at work.

Drop-in visits

$16 to $50 per visit. 30 to 60 minute check-ins for any pet.

Dog walking

$15 to $30 per 30-minute walk. Neighborhood loops on a schedule.

Protected on every booking

$20,000 vet protection on every confirmed Petme booking. Free for you, free for the owner.

Why pet sitters choose Petme over Rover or Wag

Up to 90% per booking

Petme keeps a 10 to 15% service fee, one of the lowest in the industry. With sitter cashback, high-performing sitters take home around 90% of every booking.

Full schedule control

No assigned shifts. No minimum hours. No schedule lock-in. Accept or decline booking requests as they come in. Pause your profile any time.

Social profiles, real connections

Owners book sitters they get to know through profile photos and a bio, not anonymous star ratings. Better matches, happier pets, more repeat bookings.

Fast payouts

Earnings land in your bank account within 2 business days of each completed booking. No invoicing, no chasing payments.

$20,000 vet protection

Every confirmed booking includes automatic vet coverage. You are not personally on the hook if something goes wrong during a stay.

Live in 24 to 48 hours

Most new sitters are live and accepting bookings within 1 to 2 days of submitting ID verification. Fast onboarding, transparent process.

Cities hiring pet sitters now

Pet sitting jobs across the US

Petme actively recruits pet sitters in every major US metro. Find the city closest to you and start your sitter profile.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get pet sitting jobs on Petme in the US?
Create a free sitter profile, choose which services you offer (boarding, drop-in visits, daycare, walking, house sitting), set your rates, and start accepting bookings from pet owners in your area. There is no monthly subscription to get started.
How much can I earn as a pet sitter in the US?
Earnings vary by service and city. Boarding: $35 to $75 per night. House sitting: $45 to $130 per night. Doggy daycare: $25 to $80 per day. Drop-in visits: $16 to $50 per visit. Dog walking: $15 to $30 per walk. Active sitters earn $500 to $2,000 a month; full-time sitters in major US metros clear $3,000+ monthly.
What services can I offer on Petme?
You can offer any combination of: in-home dog boarding, in-home doggy daycare, drop-in pet visits, dog walking, house sitting, and cat sitting. You set which services you accept and your rate for each. Mix and match as your schedule allows.
Do I need experience or qualifications?
No formal qualifications are required, but a genuine love of pets and reliability matter. Many sitters complete a pet first aid course to build trust and command higher rates. You must be 18 or over, based in the US, and able to pass ID verification.
Can I set my own rates and schedule?
Yes. You set your own rates for each service and your own available hours. You accept or decline booking requests. No assigned shifts, no minimum hours, no schedule lock-in. Pet sitting fits around employment, study, or other gigs.
Are pet sitters covered if something goes wrong?
Every confirmed Petme booking automatically includes up to $20,000 in vet protection for the pet in your care. Included at no extra cost to you or the pet owner, on every reservation.
How much does Petme take from each booking?
Petme keeps a service fee of 10 to 15% from each booking, one of the lowest in the industry. Sitters keep up to 90% of every booking with sitter cashback included, compared to platforms like Rover and Wag which take more.
How fast do I get paid?
Earnings land in your bank account within 2 business days of each completed booking. No invoicing, no chasing payments, no two-week delays.
Which US cities can I get pet sitting jobs in?
Petme actively recruits sitters across every major US metro: NYC, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, Austin, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, Boston, Miami, and dozens of secondary cities. Check the city links below for local context.
How quickly can I start accepting bookings?
Most new sitters are live and accepting bookings within 24 to 48 hours of submitting ID verification. Build out your profile with photos, a bio, and your pet care experience to attract bookings faster.

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