Quick answer
- US: Rover's averages are about $21.80 per drop-in visit and $55.45 a night for house sitting in the owner's home.1 Independent sitters often charge more: $25-$60 per visit and $75-$150 per overnight.6
- A 30-minute visit typically runs $20-$30, an overnight $75-$120.4
- Canada: most sitters charge $20-$30 CAD for a 30-minute drop-in.11 Overnights average about $40-$64.50 in Toronto and $40-$65 in Vancouver on Rover.912
Rates by type of dog sitting
| Service | US (USD) | Canada (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Short drop-in (15 min) | $15-$252 | - |
| 30-minute visit | $20-$304; $29-$39 per Time To Pet's data5 | $20-$30, averaging about $24-$2511 |
| Overnight in the owner's home | $55.45 Rover average1; $75-$150 independent6; $160-$268 Thumbtack national average3 | Toronto $40-$64.509; Vancouver $40-$6512; $76.68 national average8 |
| Daytime care | $50-$100 for full-day in-home care in Chicago13 | Toronto $22-$32.67 per day9; Vancouver $20-$3512 |
| By the hour | $16-$23 average7 | About $22.50 average10 |
Marketplace averages (like Rover's) tend to sit below what experienced independent sitters charge, because marketplaces are full of part-time sitters competing on price. If you have reviews, insurance and repeat clients, price against independents, not the cheapest listing.
Is $100 a day good for dog sitting? What about $40 or $20?
- $100 a day is a fair overnight rate - it sits inside the $75-$150 range independent sitters charge for overnights6 and the $75-$120 range for overnight care.4 For drop-ins alone, it would be high unless it covers several visits.
- $40 a day is reasonable for one or two short visits, and low for an overnight in most US cities. In Toronto and Vancouver, marketplace overnights start around $40.912
- $20 a day is roughly the price of a single drop-in visit.411 For a full day of care it's well below the market.
What to charge for a week or two of dog sitting
Multiply your nightly rate by the nights, then decide whether long bookings get a discount. At $75-$120 a night:4
- 5 nights: $375-$600
- 1 week (7 nights): $525-$840
- 2 weeks (14 nights): $1,050-$1,680
Some sitters lower the daily rate for long stays - one Canadian service, for example, offers 10% off monthly packages.14 A discount is a choice, not an obligation: long stays also mean two weeks without other overnight bookings.
Extra dogs, medication and holidays
- Extra dogs: a second dog in the same household is usually an add-on per night or per visit, not a second full booking.
- Medication: pills are quick; injections and timed doses need more skill and commitment. Price them as an add-on.
- Puppies and special needs: more visits, more attention, more cleanup - charge accordingly.
- Holidays: demand peaks around major holidays and many sitters charge more for those dates. Say so on your price list.
Dog sitting rates in Canada
- Drop-ins: $20-$30 CAD for 30 minutes, averaging $24-$25 across Rover's city guides.11
- Toronto: $22-$32.67 per day for daytime care, $40-$64.50 per night.9
- Vancouver: $20-$35 per day, $40-$65 per night.12
- National: about $76.68 a night on average, with Calgary highest at around $143.78.8
- Hourly: about $22.50 on average.10
Quote in CAD and before tax. Register for GST/HST once your taxable revenue passes $30,000 over four consecutive calendar quarters.
Common questions
Is $100 a day good for dog sitting?
For overnight care, yes - it sits inside the $75-$150 range independent sitters charge. For drop-in visits alone, it's high unless it covers several visits.
How much should I charge for dog sitting per day?
In the US, $20-$30 per 30-minute visit or $75-$150 for an overnight is typical for independent sitters. In Canada, drop-ins run $20-$30 CAD and marketplace overnights $40-$65 in Toronto and Vancouver.
What should I charge for 2 weeks of dog sitting?
At $75-$120 a night, 14 nights comes to $1,050-$1,680. Some sitters give a small discount for long stays.
How much should I charge for overnight dog sitting with 2 dogs?
Start from your overnight rate and add an extra-dog charge per night, rather than charging two full overnights.
How much do dog sitters charge in Canada?
About $20-$30 CAD for a 30-minute drop-in, $40-$65 a night on Rover in Toronto and Vancouver, and around $76.68 a night on average nationally.
Let owners book walks, visits and overnights
On 1MinuteBooking, owners book drop-ins, walks, overnights, boarding or daycare, add extra pets or medication, and leave care notes - the address comes with the booking. Free plan, no time limit.
See the pet sitting booking pageSources
- Rover, How Much Do Dog Sitters Charge? We Explain the Rates
- Pet Care Insurance, Dog Sitting Rates: How Much Should You Charge?
- Thumbtack, 2026 Pet Sitting Rates | Get Free Estimates
- Scritches, Pet Sitting Rates 2026: Complete Pricing Guide
- Time To Pet, Pet Sitting Rate Calculator
- Adopt-a-Pet, Dog Sitting Rates: How Much Should You Pay in 2026?
- Care.com (US), Dog Sitting Rates: What You Should Charge
- TrustedHousesitters (Canada), Pet care calculator: Find out your annual pet care costs
- Rover (Toronto), How Much Does Dog Sitting Cost in Toronto?
- Care.com Canada, Pet sitting rates: How much should I charge as a pet sitter?
- Biller.ca (Canada), Pet Sitting Rates in Canada (2026): Cat, Dog & Drop
- Rover (Vancouver), How Much Does Dog Sitting Cost in Vancouver, BC?
- Tails (Chicago), Dog Sitting Chicago Cost: 2026 Price Guide - Tails
- Assured Home and Pet Care, Pet Sitting Services/Rates (one Canadian service's published rates)
Prices are what these sources published as of September-October 2026. Rates vary by city, season and the job itself - use them as a starting point, not a rule.