How Much do Pet Sitters Charge?

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Pet sitting rates.

Want to know how much you’ll pay for pet sitting services? Here we give some information about the various types of services offer and give an ideal of the average pet sitting rates for these services.

But first, a caveat: Not all pets require the same level of care which sometimes raises an eyebrow or two with a few pet owners. After all, aren’t the rates determined by the amount of time spent during a sitting? The obvious answer to that question is of course yes, but there is an additional factor that has to be taken into consideration.

Some pets require more work to look after than others. As such the information contained in this article is intended to serve more as a guideline not just because rates and services may vary according to the pets, but also because we, petlove.love do not determine pet sitting rates.

Why? Because our pet sitters work independently, (there are not employed, nor sub contracted by us) and therefore, what they charge is up to them. Of course, there is a such a thing as marketability and so prices are usually aligned so that they meet the expectations and realities of the market in which these pet sitters operate.

If you want to find a pet sitter, you can do so on this site.

As much as vacation time is what most of us aspire to, when it comes to pet owners, the reality is that plans have to be made in advance so that their beloved pets are well taken care of during their absence. For pet owners, vacation time also mean decisions.

Things to consider for pet owners who are planning for an upcoming vacation.

They can board their pet at a boarding kennel (pet hotel).
They can take their pet to a friend’s house.
They can beg a friend to come live at their house.
They can hire a professional pet sitter.

As a rule of thumb, the more you leave your friends (and or family members) out this choice making process, the better chance you stand at preserving your relationship with said friends. That leaves us with option 1 and 4.

Pet Boarding (or Dog Daycare facilties)
Pet Sitting

While both options have their own merit, it is worth considering the fact that pets are territorial animals (for the most part) and moving them away from their home into unfamiliar surroundings can cause them undue stress and anxiety.

On the other hand, pet sitters coming to watch over your pets where they feel most comfortable in, your (their) home is often perceived as the easier choice. Leaving your pet at home with a reliable pet sitter can alleviate the anxiety you pets will feel when you’re gone and make this transitional period easier for them to cope with. This is why pet sitting is so popular.

Average Pet Sitting Rates

Below are average rates used as an illustration of possible rates. Please Visit the pet sitter’s pages on the site for more up to date rates.

Pet Visits

Ad hoc visits during the day. Ideal for working pet owners who’s dogs need potty relief during the day. Talk to your sitter about any additional services such as water refreshing and feeding. 30 minutes visit: $15+ 45 minutes visit: $20+ Additional dog/cat: $2+

Hourly Pet Care Service

Some pet sitters provide an hourly service, usually up to 4 hours, during which they will stat at your home and look after your pet. $25+

Dog Walking

30 minutes visit: $15+ 45 minutes visit: $20+ Additional dog/cat: $2+

Overnight Stays

60+ per night (8pm to 7am) One of the most popular options for busy pet owners who have to go out of town for one night and more. This is Pet Sitting at its best and comes with plenty of time and attention. Your pets will love it.

HomeStay

$115+ per 24 hour period Sometimes a pet needs specialized caring that requires a pet sitter to stay by his or her side longer. Allow up to 6 hours, during that time for the pet sitters to take care of his, her own other arrangements. (Usually at a rate of 2 hours at the time)

Can you find affordable pet sitting?

The simple answer to this question is yes, particularly if you hire your next pet sitter through petlove.love. Most of today’s pet sitting websites operate on the bases that pet sitters are either employed or sub-contracted by these companies. As such, pet sitting rates are not set by the pet sitters themselves and the website will typically set a price that will include both their fees and the amount of money they will pay their pet sitters.

Petlove.love is different. Indeed, all the pet professionals featured on this site are independent professionals and as such they set their prices.

We don’t make a penny out of any money that changes hands between a pet owner and a pet sitter. This means that pet sitters are then in a position to pass on to their customers the money those other companies keep for themselves. In addition, it literally pays to be prepared. If you’re going to be away for 7 days for example, have enough medication to last for those 7 days and some. Failing that, the pet sitter might need to make a trip to the vet which might bring on and additional expenditure. Likewise for litter, food, supplies etc…

Finally, pet sitting rates also vary from location to location. For example a Miami per sitter might have different rates than a pet sitter servicing Orlando or any other local community where he or she might be located. Likewise for dog walking where rates may vary according to a number of factors including the size of the dog, agressivity, special needs etc…