💚 South Africa's Most Trusted Pet Care

Your Pets Deserve The Very Best Care

Professional dog walking, pet sitting and overnight care — fully insured, background-checked, and tracked with live GPS so you never have to worry.

500+ Happy Pets
4.9 ★ Average Rating
100% Verified & Insured
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Morning Walk — Sea Point

45 min | GPS Tracked | Photos Included

R150
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Live GPS Tracking Watch every step
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Photo Updates Real-time check-ins
🔒 MIE Background Checked
📍 Live GPS Tracking
📷 Photo Check-In/Out
💰 Secure In-App Payments
R50K Pet Insurance
📞 Masked Phone Numbers

Everything Your Pet Needs

Three tailored services designed around your pet's comfort and your peace of mind. Every service includes GPS tracking, photo updates, and secure payment.

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Dog Walking

Energising walks tailored to your dog's breed, age and fitness level. Your dog comes home tired, happy and healthy.

30 or 60 minute sessions
Live GPS route tracking
Photo & video updates
Poop scoop included
From R120 / walk
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Pet Sitting

Your pet stays in their own home while you're away. We handle feeding, playtime, medication and all their daily routines.

In-home visits (your pet's space)
Feeding & medication admin
Playtime & enrichment
All pets welcome (cats, birds, etc.)
From R200 / visit
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Overnight Stay

Going away? We move in. Your pet sleeps in their own bed with someone they trust — no kennels, no stress.

Sitter stays at your home
Evening & morning walks included
24/7 care & supervision
Daily photo journal
From R450 / night

Booked in Under 60 Seconds

No phone calls, no back-and-forth. Pick your service, choose a time, pay securely — done.

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Choose a Service

Pick from dog walking, pet sitting or overnight stays. Tell us about your pet.

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Pick Your Time

Select a date and time that works for you. Morning, afternoon or evening — we're flexible.

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Pay Securely

Your payment is held safely in escrow until the service is completed to your satisfaction.

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Relax & Track

Follow along with live GPS, get photo updates, and pick up a happy pet at the end.

Every Sitter is Verified

Every carer on our platform has been through rigorous security checks, background verification, and identity confirmation. You're always booking someone we've fully verified.

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MIE Background Checks

Every carer goes through a full MIE criminal and identity verification before they can accept a single booking. No exceptions.

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Live GPS Tracking

Watch your dog's walk in real-time from your phone. Every step, every turn, every stop — fully tracked and recorded.

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Geotagged Photo Proof

Timestamped and location-tagged photos at check-in and check-out. You see exactly where your pet is and when.

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Escrow + Insurance

Your money is held securely in escrow plus every booking includes R50,000 pet insurance and R100,000 liability cover. Off-platform bookings have zero coverage.

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3-Strike Auto-Ban

Three complaints and you're permanently removed from the platform. No appeals, no second chances. We protect our community.

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Address Protection

Your home address is only revealed to the carer 2 hours before the booking. No early access, no unnecessary exposure.

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Secure Messaging

All communication between owners and sitters goes through our secure in-app messaging. Phone numbers and emails are never shared directly — protecting both parties.

Platform Protection

Strict non-circumvention policy protects our community. Arranging services outside the platform violates our Terms and results in immediate account termination and a R5,000 penalty fee.

Why Book Through Us — Every Time

Going off-platform means losing all of this. Every booking through Dog Sitting Services comes with protections you simply can't get anywhere else.

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R50,000 Pet Insurance

Every booking includes automatic pet injury and emergency vet cover up to R50,000. If something happens during a walk or stay, you're protected. Off-platform? Zero coverage.

Included Free
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R100,000 Liability Cover

Sitter liability insurance covers property damage and third-party incidents up to R100,000. Your home, your belongings, and your neighbours are all protected.

Every Booking
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Masked Phone Numbers

Your personal number is never shared. We provide a secure proxy number for each booking so you can communicate with your sitter without revealing your real details.

Privacy Protected
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Live GPS Walk Tracking

Watch every step of your dog's walk in real-time from your phone. See the route, distance, stops, and get geotagged photo check-ins throughout the service.

Real-Time

Dispute Resolution

Unhappy with a service? Our dedicated support team mediates disputes, holds payment in escrow, and ensures a fair outcome. Off-platform, you're on your own.

24/7 Support
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Loyalty Discounts

Book the same sitter 4+ times and unlock 10% loyalty pricing. Regular clients save more every month — a benefit that only works through the platform.

Save 10%+
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Hi, I'm Phil — and I Genuinely Love Your Pets

I started Dog Sitting Services because I saw a gap in South Africa: pet owners who need reliable, trustworthy care — but have no way of knowing who they're trusting with their furry family members.

Every pet I care for gets the same attention, energy and love as if they were my own. I walk, I play, I sit, I stay overnight — whatever your pet needs, I'm there.

💚 Animal lover since day one
MIE verified & insured
📷 Photo updates every visit
📍 Based in South Africa

The More You Care, The More You Earn

Our tiered system rewards dedicated sitters with higher earnings, priority placement, and exclusive perks. Build your reputation and increase your income.

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Bronze

0 — 10 bookings
75%
commission earned
Standard listing
Basic support
Escrow payments
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Silver

11 — 25 bookings
80%
commission earned
Priority listing
Silver badge
Faster payouts
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Gold

26 — 50 bookings
85%
commission earned
Top search placement
Gold Verified badge
Priority support
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Platinum

50+ bookings
90%
commission earned
Featured sitter status
Platinum badge
VIP support + bonuses

Transparent. No Hidden Fees.

What you see is what you pay. All prices include GPS tracking, photo updates, secure escrow payment, and R50,000 pet insurance. Repeat clients save 10% with loyalty pricing.

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Dog Walking

30-60 minute walks with live tracking

R120 / walk
  • 30 or 60 min sessions
  • GPS route tracking
  • Photo & video updates
  • Poop scoop included
  • Secure escrow payment
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Overnight Stay

24/7 care in your home

R450 / night
  • Sitter stays overnight
  • Evening + morning walks
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Daily photo journal
  • Secure escrow payment

Loved by Pets. Trusted by Owners.

Don't take our word for it — hear from pet parents who've experienced the Dog Sitting Services difference.

★★★★★

"I was so nervous leaving my two dogs with someone I found online. But the GPS tracking and photo updates put me completely at ease. They had the best time — better than when I walk them!"

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Sarah K.
George
★★★★★

"Finally, a pet care service in SA that actually takes security seriously. The background checks and escrow payments give me real peace of mind. My cat Milo is obsessed with Phil."

JM
James M.
George
★★★★★

"We went on holiday for 10 days and the overnight service was incredible. Daily photo journals, walks twice a day, and our dogs didn't even miss us. Booking again for December."

LV
Lisa V.
George

DogSitter Plus ✨

For pet parents who book regularly. One monthly fee, unlimited perks, and the best care for your fur family.

R 99 / month

Frequently Asked

Everything you need to know before booking.

How do I know my pet is safe?+
Every carer on Dog Sitting Services has been through a full MIE background check (criminal, identity and address verification). During every service, you can track your pet's location via live GPS and receive geotagged photo updates. Your payment is held in escrow until the service is completed successfully.
What areas do you cover?+
We currently operate in George, Western Cape (Garden Route). We're expanding to more areas soon — check back or contact us if you're outside George.
How does payment work?+
You pay securely through the app when you book. Your money is held in escrow (we never touch it) and only released to the carer 4 hours after the service is marked complete. If there's any issue, you're protected.
Can you handle special needs pets?+
Absolutely. Whether your pet needs medication, has anxiety, dietary requirements, or mobility issues — just let us know when booking. We tailor every visit to your pet's specific needs.
What's your cancellation policy?+
Cancel up to 24 hours before your booking for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are charged at 50%. No-shows are charged in full. We keep it fair for everyone.
What insurance is included with each booking?+
Every booking automatically includes R50,000 pet injury and emergency vet cover, plus R100,000 sitter liability insurance covering property damage and third-party incidents. DogSitter Plus members get enhanced coverage of R100,000 pet and R200,000 liability. This insurance is only active for services booked through the platform — off-platform arrangements have zero coverage.
How does phone number masking work?+
When you book a service, both you and your sitter receive a temporary proxy phone number that connects your calls and messages without revealing your real number. This proxy number is active for the duration of the booking plus 24 hours after completion. Your personal phone number, email, and home address (until 2 hours before the booking) are never shared.
What are sitter tiers and how do they work?+
Sitters start as Bronze and progress through Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers based on completed bookings. Higher tiers earn bigger commissions (up to 90% at Platinum), get priority listing in search results, and receive verified badges. This rewards our best sitters for staying on the platform and delivering great service consistently.
Do I get discounts for repeat bookings?+
Yes! Book the same sitter 4 or more times and you automatically unlock 10% loyalty pricing on all future bookings with that sitter. DogSitter Plus members get an additional 10% off everything, and these discounts stack — so regular Plus members can save up to 20% compared to booking off-platform.
Do you look after cats and other pets too?+
Yes! While dog walking is dogs-only (obviously), our pet sitting and overnight services cover all pets — cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, fish, you name it. Every pet deserves great care.

Ready to Give Your Pet the Care They Deserve?

Book your first service today. GPS tracked, photo verified, and fully protected — every single time.

Book Your Service

Choose your service and tell us about your pet

1 Service
2 Your Details
3 Payment
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Dog Walking
From R120
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Pet Sitting
From R200
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Overnight Stay
From R450
We tailor every visit to your pet's specific needs
We'll send booking confirmations and photo updates here
For GPS tracking alerts and emergency contact

🔒 Your Address is Protected

Your full address is encrypted and only shared with your assigned carer 2 hours before the booking. Before that, we only show your suburb and city. After the service is completed, address access is revoked.

Someone we can call if we can't reach you during the service

📋 Booking Summary

Service
Date & Time
Pet
Location
Total Due
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Your payment is protected by escrow. The full amount is held securely by Dog Sitting Services and only released to your carer 4 hours after the service is marked complete. If there's any issue, you can raise a dispute and your money stays protected until it's resolved.
💳 Visa, Mastercard, and Amex accepted — powered by Stripe

Booking Confirmed!

Your booking has been secured and payment is held safely in escrow. You'll receive a confirmation email with all the details.

Booking Ref DSS-2026-00417
Service
Date
Status 🟢 Confirmed
Payment 🔒 Held in Escrow

📍 What Happens Next

2 hours before your booking: Your address is shared with your carer and you'll receive their photo and a GPS tracking link via SMS and email.

At service time: Your carer checks in with a geotagged photo. You can track the entire walk/visit live on your phone.

After completion: You receive a photo check-out and summary. Payment releases from escrow 4 hours later unless you raise a dispute.

Insurance active: R50,000 pet cover and R100,000 sitter liability are active for this booking. Valid only for on-platform services.

Become a Dog Sitting Services Sitter

Earn money doing what you love — caring for pets

1 Details
2 Verification
3 Experience
We'll send important updates and earnings info here
For bookings and important notifications

🔒 Identity Verification

To ensure the safety of all pets and owners on our platform, all sitters must go through our rigorous MIE security checks. This includes identity verification, background screening, and address confirmation. We verify within 24-48 hours.

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MIE-grade background check
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Address verification
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Criminal record check
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3-strike safety policy enforced
Used for MIE verification only
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Click to upload or drag and drop
JPG, PNG or PDF — max 10MB
✅ Document uploaded successfully
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Take a selfie holding your ID document
Must clearly show your face and the ID — JPG or PNG
✅ Selfie uploaded successfully
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Upload a recent utility bill or bank statement
Must show your name and address — dated within 3 months
✅ Proof of address uploaded successfully
This helps us match you with the right pet owners
When are you typically available for bookings?

Application Submitted!

Welcome to Dog Sitting Services! We've received your application and will verify your identity within 24-48 hours.

Application Ref DSS-SITTER-2026-0001
Name
Email
Status 🟢 Under Review

📍 What Happens Next

24-48 hours: We verify your identity through MIE and review your application.

Once verified: Your profile goes live and you can start accepting bookings immediately.

You earn: Every booking you complete, payment is held securely in escrow and released to you 4 hours after the owner marks it complete.