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.
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
Up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs. Free for you, free for the owner.
Why pet sitters choose Petme over Rover or Wag
Up to 90% per booking
Sitters keep up to 90% of every booking, one of the strongest take-home rates in the industry. Owners pay 0% in fees.
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.
$22,000 Protection Plan
Owners can get up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan for eligible vet costs for the pet in your care.
Go live after verification
Submit ID verification and build out your profile to start accepting bookings. Transparent onboarding, no guesswork.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get pet sitting jobs on Petme in the US?
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.
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.
What does Petme ask for before you take bookings?
A genuine love of pets and reliability are what bookings are built on. 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?
The Protection Plan can contribute up to $22,000 toward eligible vet costs for the pet in your care. Included at no extra cost to you or the pet owner, on every reservation.
How much of each booking do sitters keep?
Sitters keep up to 90% of every booking, and owners pay 0% in fees. Most other large pet-care platforms take a noticeably bigger cut.
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 do I attract my first bookings?
Build out your profile with photos, a bio, and your pet care experience to attract bookings faster.
Start earning as a pet sitter today
Set your own rates. Choose your services and your hours.
Dog walking jobs in the US
Get paid to walk dogs. Set your own routes and hours, keep up to 90% of every walk.
Cat sitters in the US
Cat sitting and drop-in visits. A flexible service to add to your profile.
Dog boarding in the US
Overnight boarding from your home. A higher-rate service you can offer.
Cat sitting jobs in the US
Drop-in cat visits and in-home cat care. Set your own rate per visit and keep up to 90%.
Pet sitters in the US
See how owners find and book sitters on Petme. 0% owner fee, Protection Plan for eligible vet costs.
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Dog grooming jobs in the US
Groom professionally? Approved sitters with 6+ months of paid grooming can add it to their profile.
Become a pet sitter in the US
The full guide to getting started on Petme. Keep up to 90%.