“Leading Pet Sitting Companies: Your Trusted Partners in Pet Care”
Introducing the “Top 15 Pet Sitting Companies,” your go-to guide for trusted pet care solutions. From seasoned veterans to innovative newcomers, these firms ensure your furry friends receive the love and care they deserve.
1. Rover
- Founders: Greg Gottesman, Aaron Easterly, and Philip Kimmey
- Founded Year: 2011
- Headquarters: Seattle, Washington, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care services and app.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, dog walking, and pet boarding services.
- Description: Rover is a leading platform connecting pet owners with trusted pet sitters and dog walkers. Their mission is to make pet care accessible and worry-free.
- Key Features:
- Extensive network of pet sitters.
- Easy-to-use booking and payment platform.
- Pet insurance coverage.
- 24/7 support.
- Detailed sitter profiles.
2. PetSmart PetHotel
- Founders: Jim and Janice Dougherty
- Founded Year: 1986
- Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care and retail services.
- Product Categories: Pet boarding, grooming, and retail pet products.
- Description: PetSmart’s PetHotel offers a range of services for pet owners, including boarding and daycare, ensuring pets are well-cared for while their owners are away.
- Key Features:
- On-site grooming services.
- Spacious accommodations.
- Certified pet care associates.
- Live pet cams.
- Pet retail products.
3. Wag!
- Founders: Joshua Viner, Jonathan Viner, and Jason Meltzer
- Founded Year: 2015
- Headquarters: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its dog walking and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Dog walking, pet sitting, and dog boarding services.
- Description: Wag! is a mobile app that connects pet owners with certified dog walkers and pet sitters for on-demand services.
- Key Features:
- GPS-tracked walks.
- Background-checked walkers.
- In-app scheduling and payments.
- Instant access to pet care.
- 24/7 customer support.
4. Petco
- Founders: W. Bruce Cameron and Jim Myers
- Founded Year: 1965
- Headquarters: San Diego, California, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care and retail services.
- Product Categories: Pet boarding, grooming, retail pet products, and veterinary services.
- Description: Petco offers a wide range of pet care services, including pet boarding, grooming, and veterinary care, in addition to retail pet products.
- Key Features:
- Full-service pet care facilities.
- Experienced groomers and veterinarians.
- Pet retail products.
- Training and behavior classes.
- Wellness plans.
5. Care.com
- Founders: Sheila Lirio Marcelo
- Founded Year: 2006
- Headquarters: Waltham, Massachusetts, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its caregiving and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, pet care, and childcare services.
- Description: Care.com is a platform that connects individuals with caregivers, including pet sitters and pet care providers.
- Key Features:
- Search for local pet sitters.
- Background checks and references.
- Wide range of pet care services.
- Secure payment options.
- Access to caregiver profiles.
6. DogVacay (Now part of Rover)
- Founders: Aaron Hirschhorn and Karine Nissim Hirschhorn
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: Santa Monica, California, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for pet sitting and boarding services.
- Product Categories: Dog boarding and pet sitting services.
- Description: DogVacay, now part of Rover, connected pet owners with local pet sitters who provide dog boarding and pet sitting services in their own homes.
- Key Features:
- Trusted pet sitters.
- In-home pet care.
- Booking and payment convenience.
- 24/7 customer support.
- Comprehensive pet profiles.
7. Holidog
- Founders: Dorothee de Cugnac and Benoit Martin
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care and pet boarding services.
- Product Categories: Pet boarding, pet sitting, and pet care services.
- Description: Holidog is a global platform that connects pet owners with pet sitters, offering a wide range of pet care services.
- Key Features:
- Worldwide network of pet sitters.
- Detailed pet profiles.
- Easy booking and payments.
- 24/7 customer support.
- Pet-related articles and tips.
8. Fetch! Pet Care
- Founders: Paul Mann
- Founded Year: 2002
- Headquarters: Dayton, Ohio, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care services and franchise opportunities.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, dog walking, and other pet care services.
- Description: Fetch! Pet Care is a national network of professional pet sitters and dog walkers, ensuring pets receive the care and attention they need.
- Key Features:
- Local and trusted pet sitters.
- Individualized pet care plans.
- In-home pet services.
- Online scheduling and payments.
- Mobile app for easy access.
9. Pawshake
- Founders: Dries Coucke and Tanguy Peers
- Founded Year: 2013
- Headquarters: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet sitting and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, dog walking, and pet care services.
- Description: Pawshake is an online platform that connects pet owners with pet sitters and dog walkers in their local communities.
- Key Features:
- Trusted pet sitters.
- Local pet care providers.
- Secure booking and payment options.
- Pet owner and sitter reviews.
- In-app messaging.
10. PetBacker
- Founders: Sharon Y. Chan
- Founded Year: 2016
- Headquarters: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care and pet sitting services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, dog boarding, and pet care services.
- Description: PetBacker is a global platform that connects pet owners with pet sitters and hosts for a wide range of pet care services.
- Key Features:
- Extensive network of pet sitters and hosts.
- Secure booking and payment process.
- Pet sitter and host profiles.
- In-app communication.
- Pet safety and insurance coverage.
11. PetSitter.com
- Founders: Not available
- Founded Year: Not available
- Headquarters: Not available
- Awards Received: Recognized as a platform for connecting pet owners and pet sitters.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, dog walking, and pet care services.
- Description: PetSitter.com is an online platform that connects pet owners with local pet sitters and caregivers for a variety of pet care needs.
- Key Features:
- Large network of pet sitters.
- User-friendly search and booking.
- Sitter profiles and reviews.
- Secure communication.
- Accessible across various locations.
12. Barkly Pets
- Founders: Jim Camut and Dave Comiskey
- Founded Year: 2015
- Headquarters: New York, New York, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its dog walking and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Dog walking, pet sitting, and pet care services.
- Description: Barkly Pets specializes in on-demand dog walking and pet care, connecting pet owners with trusted and reliable dog walkers.
- Key Features:
- GPS-tracked dog walks.
- Background-checked dog walkers.
- In-app scheduling and payments.
- Real-time updates and reports.
- Customer support.
13. Critter Sitters
- Founders: Terri Kelley
- Founded Year: 1975
- Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet sitting and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, pet care, and pet transport services.
- Description: Critter Sitters has been providing professional pet sitting and care services for over four decades, catering to a variety of animals.
- Key Features:
- Experienced pet sitters.
- In-home pet care.
- Customized pet care plans.
- Pet transport services.
- Access to client portal.
14. Pampered Pets
- Founders: Not available
- Founded Year: Not available
- Headquarters: Not available
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet care services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, pet boarding, and pet care services.
- Description: Pampered Pets offers pet owners various services, including in-home pet sitting and pet boarding, ensuring that pets are well cared for.
- Key Features:
- In-home pet care.
- Boarding facilities.
- Experienced pet sitters.
- Customized pet care plans.
- Booking and payment convenience.
15. PetCloud
- Founders: Deb Morrison and Susan McDonald
- Founded Year: 2014
- Headquarters: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Awards Received: Recognized for its pet sitting and pet care services.
- Product Categories: Pet sitting, pet boarding, and pet care services.
- Description: PetCloud is Australia’s leading pet care platform, connecting pet owners with trusted pet sitters and boarders.
- Key Features:
- Vast network of pet sitters and boarders.
- Secure booking and payment platform.
- Pet owner and sitter reviews.
- In-app communication.
- Pet safety and insurance coverage.
