📱 Best Platforms
Rover, Nextdoor, Facebook Groups
📖 The Hustle
Watch pets in the owner's home while they travel for the weekend. This is the easiest entry point — no equipment needed, and you get paid to hang out with animals. Feed, walk, play, and send photo updates. Charge $30-50 per night and book two clients per weekend for extra income.
🚀 First Step
Post in three local Facebook neighborhood groups offering weekend pet sitting and list your services on Rover with weekend availability highlighted.
🔑 Keys to Success
- Send photo updates twice a day — owners love it and leave great reviews
- Start with small dogs and cats if you are new to pet care
- Ask about medications and emergency vet info during the meet-and-greet
🛠 Tools & Resources: Rover, Facebook Groups, Nextdoor, WhatsApp, Google Calendar