Join South Africa's most trusted pet care community. Set your own schedule, earn extra income, and spend time with adorable pets.
Join thousands of pet lovers earning extra income while doing what they love
Set your own rates and earn R150-R500+ per day. Many sitters earn over R2,500 per month.
Work when you want. Set the services, pets, dates, and times that fit your schedule.
Spend your days with adorable pets. Get paid to play, walk, and care for furry friends.
All bookings include liability insurance and 24/7 support for your peace of mind.
Connect with fellow pet lovers, share tips, and build lasting relationships.
Earn reviews and badges. Top-rated sitters get more bookings and higher rates.
Getting started is easy. Follow these simple steps to begin your pet sitting journey.
Tell us about yourself, your experience, and the services you offer.
Complete a background check and safety training to build trust with pet parents.
Keep your availability and service preferences current so owners can book open slots.
Provide amazing care and receive payment directly to your bank account.
We maintain high standards to ensure the safety and happiness of all pets
Must be at least 18 years old with a valid South African ID
Previous experience caring for pets (personal or professional)
A secure home or space suitable for pet care activities
Pass a background check and complete safety training
Respond promptly to messages and provide regular updates
Genuine love and care for animals of all shapes and sizes
Get Started
Complete our simple 6-step onboarding process to create your sitter profile
Profile Photo
About You
Services
Pets & Pricing
Location
Documents
Takes just 5 minutes to complete. No credit card required.
Earnings vary based on your services, rates, and availability. Most sitters charge R150-R500 per day for boarding, R50-R150 for walks, and R100-R300 for house sitting. Many active sitters earn over R2,500 per month.
No professional experience is required, but you should have experience caring for pets, whether through owning pets yourself or helping friends and family. We provide training to help you succeed.
Payments are processed securely through Tail Tribe. After completing a booking, funds are transferred directly to your bank account within 2-3 business days. We handle all payment processing for your convenience.
All bookings include liability insurance coverage. We also provide 24/7 support for emergencies. Our team is always here to help resolve any issues that may arise during a booking.
You have control over the services, pet types, rates, and availability owners can book. Confirmed paid bookings are commitments, and cancellation requests go through Tail Tribe support.
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Join thousands of pet lovers earning extra income while doing what they love