How Much Can a Pet Sitter Make? Rates, Yearly Income and Business Revenue
How much a pet sitter can make
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Pet sitters commonly earn $20 to $35 per drop-in visit and $60 to $120+ per overnight. Part-time pet sitters often make $500 to $2,000 a month; full-time independent sitters can earn $30,000 to $60,000+, and a pet sitting business with staff can earn more. Rates are higher in big cities.
These are typical US ranges and vary by area.
Typical pet sitting rates
| Service | Common rate |
|---|---|
| 30-minute drop-in | $20 – $35 |
| 60-minute visit | $30 – $50 |
| Overnight stay | $60 – $120+ |
| Dog walk (30 min) | $15 – $30 |
| Extra pet | $5 – $10 |
| Holiday surcharge | $10 – $25+ |
Income examples
| Workload | Approximate monthly income |
|---|---|
| 10 visits a week | about $1,000 |
| 25 visits a week | about $2,500 |
| Full schedule + overnights | $3,000 – $5,000+ |
Apps vs independent
Pet sitting apps take a commission from your earnings. Independent sitters keep more, but pay for marketing, insurance and booking tools.
How much does a pet sitting business make?
Solo businesses usually earn $30,000 to $60,000+. Businesses with several sitters can earn $100,000+ in revenue while the owner manages bookings and clients.
How to earn more
- Charge for holidays, last-minute bookings and medication
- Offer overnights and longer visits
- Build direct clients instead of relying on apps
- Group visits by neighbourhood to cut driving
- Hire sitters once you're fully booked
- Add dog walking, training or pet taxi
Getting started: How to start a pet sitting business. Related: How much do dog groomers make.
Frequently asked questions
How much can you make pet sitting?
Part-time often $500 to $2,000 a month; full-time $30,000 to $60,000+ a year.
How much do pet sitters charge per day?
Usually $20 to $35 per visit, with two to three visits a day, or $60 to $120+ for an overnight.
Is pet sitting a good side hustle?
Yes. It's flexible, low cost and in steady demand.
How much does a pet sitting business make?
Solo businesses often earn $30,000 to $60,000+; larger businesses with staff earn more.
Do pet sitters make more on apps or independently?
Independently, because apps take a commission.
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