The Pawdex blog

Guides for sitters and walkers running their own show — software, rates, insurance, and keeping the whole thing organized. Written by the person who makes Pawdex.

Earnings · September 2, 2026

How much do pet sitters make? 2026 earnings, from side hustle to six figures

Survey data says $33K, Glassdoor says $47K, PSI businesses gross $112K. Why the numbers disagree, what sitters really take home, and the per-visit math behind it all.

Rates · September 2, 2026

Pet sitter rates calculator: what to charge in 2026

An interactive calculator for drop-in, walk and overnight rates adjusted to your market, plus an earnings projector and a guide to setting and raising your prices.

Software · September 2, 2026

Best pet sitting apps and software for solo sitters (2026)

Time To Pet, Precise Petcare, Pet Sitter Plus, Scout, PetPocketbook and Pawdex compared — current prices, honest trade-offs, and who each one actually fits. Including who shouldn't buy ours.

More guides on rates, earnings and running a pet sitting side hustle are on the way.