Petsitting through Petbnb: how it works and all the benefits

Do you have a passion for pets and want flexible extra income? Petbnb lets you match your babysitting services with owners in your area. In this guide, you'll learn how Petbnb babysitting works - from profile creation to initial bookings - and all the benefits you get as a pet sitter. Ready to get started?
Sign up as a babysitter on Petbnb.

How does babysitting through Petbnb work?

1. Create a profile

This is your business card: add a clear profile picture, describe your experience and state what animals and services you offer (walking, home help, staying at your home, babysitting).

2. Set your availability and rates

Easily manage your calendar through your
calendar.
Choose your services and set appropriate rates; that way, bosses will immediately see when you are available.

3. Receive applications and schedule an introduction

After publishing your profile, owners can send you messages and an inquiry. Use the chat to exchange information and schedule a
meet and greet. Is there a match? Confirm the booking in the app.

4. Enjoy babysitting

Provide according to agreements, send photo updates and maintain routines. This is how you build trust. Also check out our tips for creating a
5-star babysitter to be.

5. Get reviewed

Afterwards, bosses can post a review. The more positive reviews, the faster you will receive new requests. More about
reviews on Petbnb.

Nanny walks dog during Petbnb bookings

All benefits at a glance

  • Flexibility: you determine your schedule, shifts and where you babysit.
  • Supplemental earnings: set your own rates; payout usually the next business day.
  • Doing what you love: Working with dogs and cats and building experience.
  • Support & assurance: help through support and knowledge base when you need it.
  • Growth & visibility: Build reputation with reviews and receive more inquiries.
Happy dog at Petbnb babysitter's home

We've got your paws covered!

When the
Booking through Petbnb is paid, you benefit from the following assurances.

Screening of users Our screening technology reviews applications and blocks inappropriate bookings. You can "flag" users. If the
community guidelines accounts are deleted.
Petbnb insurance Private babysitters are
insured for liability during babysitting through Petbnb. There is also a vet fee guarantee during the stay.
Customer Service Our support will help you with bookings or other
questions.
Marketing Targeted campaigns and social posts increase your visibility and bring more bookings.
Progressive revenue model As you earn more, the commission decreases (assuming sufficient review score). Details on levels and percentages can be found
here.

Answer your questions

Can anyone become a babysitter?

Yes, anyone (not companies) can sign up as an individual. We vet each profile before it becomes visible.

Do I have to be available year-round?

No. You manage your own calendar and can block days or temporarily pause your ad during absences.

Can I meet the pets before booking?

Gladly. Schedule an introduction to check if it clicks between you, the animal and the owner.

What are Petbnb's service fees?

The committee is level-dependent: rarely babysitting ≈ 18%, much babysitting can drop to 8% (for average review ≥ 4 legs).
Levels are recalculated monthly based on the past 12 months.
Read more about the commission model
here.

Become a babysitter at Petbnb

Earn extra money doing what you love most - caring for pets. You set your own schedule and rates.

Sign up

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