Pet Sitting prices in the UK
UK pet sitters typically charge £12–£25 per drop-in visit and £45–£90 per night for overnight house sitting.
UK pet sitters typically charge £12–£25 per drop-in visit and £45–£90 per night for overnight house sitting.
Prices below are UK market guides gathered from published practice and provider price lists — always confirm the final cost with the business before booking.
Typical pet sitting prices in the UK (2026)
| Service | Typical UK price | Charged |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-in visit (30 mins)Visits | £12–£25 | per visit |
| Cat feeding visitVisits | £10–£20 | per visit |
| Overnight house sittingOvernight | £45–£90 | per night |
| Live-in / 24-hour careOvernight | £60–£120 | per day |
| Additional petExtras | £4–£12 | per visit |
| Plant watering / post collectionExtras | £0–£5 | per visit |
| Bank holiday rateExtras | £5–£20 | per visit |
Pet Sitting publishing their prices
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What affects pet sitting prices
Visits or overnights
A sitter staying in your home overnight is priced very differently from short feeding visits.
Number and type of pets
Multi-pet households, medication routines and puppies all add time to each visit.
Keys and insurance
Sitters holding your keys should carry care, custody and control insurance and normally a DBS check.
Pet Sitting price questions
How much does a pet sitter cost in the UK?
Drop-in visits are typically £12–£25 and overnight house sitting £45–£90 per night, higher on bank holidays.
Is a pet sitter cheaper than a cattery?
For one cat, a cattery is usually cheaper. For multiple pets or animals that don't travel well, in-home sitting often works out better value and less stressful.
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