Become a Dog Sitter, Cat Sitter or Dog Boarder with Wag!

Join our community of over 400K Pet Caregivers nationwide

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Why Wag!?

Vetted Pet Caregivers

Every Pet Caregiver on Wag! must pass an extensive background check so no matter who you choose, you're always getting the pick of the litter.

Peace of Mind

GPS tracking, lock boxes, and live chat with your Pet Caregivers are just some of the paw-some features to give you peace of mind during your pet's service.

Support 7 Days a Week

As part of our commitment to safety, Wag!'s customer support is available 7 days a week and is easily accessible through the Wag! app.

Love pets? Get paid for it!

Let your passion for pets become your job. Dogs, cats and pets of all shapes and sizes need trusted overnight care. Connecting pet sitters with a nationwide community of pet parents who have overnight sitting & boarding needs is what we do best. Build your pet sitting or dog boarding business and become your own boss with Wag!.

We've been around the block

400K+

Pet Caregivers

Our community of 400,000+ Pet Caregivers nationwide are dog people, and it shows.

5.3K+

Cities across the U.S.

Pet Caregivers with Wag! have a trusted record of experience with over 12 million pet care services, including Vetcare, Sitting, Walking, Boarding & Training, across 25 major cities and 5,300+ cities in all 50 U.S. states.

16M+

Meals donated

We've donated over 16 million meals! A portion of our proceeds from the pet sittings you book help to feed shelter dogs in your area.

99%

5-star reviews

Making Pet Parents happy is what we do best — 99% of Wag! Dog Sitting services result in a 5-star review.

Frequently asked questions

What safety protocol do I need to follow when dog sitting?

If you’re new to dog sitting services, you probably have a ton of questions. We’ve answered some of the most common questions about dog sitting appointments, payment, and even produced a simple checklist to help you tackle your first pet sitting job with confidence.

Can Wag! Dog Sitters on the platform keep their tips?

Yes! Dog sitters through Wag! keep 100% of their tips.

How much do Wag! Dog Sitters make on average?

That depends on the rates each dog sitter sets up, how many dog sitting appointments they complete each week, and the costs of living in their area.

As a dog sitter with Wag!, you can make up to $500 a month by sitting dogs just 3 times a week! And the sky’s the limit from there if you have more time to spare.

Have some questions? Visit our FAQ page