Honest, dated comparisons of pet sitting and dog walking platforms: fees for sitters and owners, where each operates, vetting, guarantees and who each one suits.
The best pet sitting and dog walking apps in 2026 compared on fees, coverage, booking, vetting and guarantees, with dated sources, for owners and sitters.
For pet owners and sitters · 5 options compared
Apps like Rover for pet owners, compared as of October 2026: Rover, Wag!, Care.com, TrustedHousesitters, independent sitters and SitterNation, with fees.
For pet owners · 6 options compared
Apps like Rover for pet sitters compared as of October 2026: sitter fees, owner fees, where each operates, vetting and what you keep per booking.
For pet sitters · 5 options compared
SitterNation vs Rover as of October 2026: 0% vs 20–30% sitter fees, 11% owner fees on both, coverage, vetting, guarantees and who should pick which.
For pet owners and sitters · 2 options compared