Pets and Caregiving
Walk dogs, sit pets, babysit, or help seniors in your community. Flexible and rewarding work.
7 platforms · Compare up to three
Rover
Free to JoinGet paid to walk dogs, do drop-in visits, board pets in your home, or house-sit. Set your own rates and schedule. Rover handles payments and provides $1 million in pet coverage per booking.
Some sitters earn $1,000 or more per month. Great for animal lovers who want flexible home income.
View listing / platform ↗Wag
Free to JoinOffer dog walking, boarding, sitting, and training through the Wag app. Apply, pass a background check, and get connected with local pet owners. Wag keeps 40% as their platform fee.
Running both Rover and Wag gives you more booking options and fills more of your calendar
View listing / platform ↗Care.com
Free to JoinLargest digital portal for long and short-term babysitting gigs, elder care assistance, pet care, and house cleaning. Create a profile and connect with families looking for trusted local caregivers.
Multiple service categories mean more income streams from a single profile
View listing / platform ↗UrbanSitter
Free to JoinTrusted community babysitting and nanny network. Connect with local families who need childcare. UrbanSitter uses community referrals and reviews to build trust between caregivers and families.
Community referral model means word-of-mouth builds your bookings quickly once you get started
View listing / platform ↗PapaPal
Free to JoinCompanionship gig app for seniors. Assist older adults with light grocery shopping, technology help, transportation, and social engagement. Flexible hours and meaningful work helping seniors in your community.
Very few people know about this one. Low competition and consistent demand from senior clients.
View listing / platform ↗Meowtel
ApplyCat-only in-home sitting. Apply to become a sitter and set your own rates. Visits cover feeding, litter, and play.
Best for: cat lovers who want to set their own rates
View listing / platform ↗TrustedHousesitters
MembershipPet and house sitting in exchange for free stays. A low annual membership fee unlocks unlimited sits worldwide.
Best for: travelers who love animals and free lodging
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Directory details are a starting point. Verify current costs, requirements, availability, and payout rules with each platform. Work and income are not guaranteed.