Overnight pet sitting provides extended in-home care while you're away, with sitters staying 10–12 hours (usually evening through morning). National rates run $50–$85 per night, while major metro areas charge $75–$150 for professional sitters.
National Overnight Sitting Rates
- Small cities/rural areas: $35–$60/night
- Mid-size cities: $50–$75/night
- Major metros (Chicago, NYC, LA): $75–$125/night
- Premium neighborhoods: $100–$150/night (Gold Coast, Upper East Side, Beverly Hills)
What Overnight Sitting Includes
- Evening routine: Dinner feeding, evening walk, playtime, medication if needed
- Overnight supervision: Sitter sleeps at your home, available for nighttime potty breaks
- Morning routine: Breakfast feeding, morning walk, fresh water
- Home care: Bringing in mail, alternating lights, basic security
- Updates: Photo and text updates during the stay
Additional Cost Factors
Multiple pets: Add $10–$20 per additional dog, $5–$10 per cat. Medication administration: Add $5–$15 for pill or injection regimens. Puppies or special needs: Add $10–$20 for extra care requirements. Holiday surcharges: 20–30% premium during peak travel periods.
Platform Fee Comparison
The total cost depends on which platform you book through. On a $75/night booking: Rover charges the parent 11% ($83.25 total) and keeps 20% from the sitter ($60 earned). Wag takes ~40% from the sitter ($45 earned). Tails charges 5% to the parent ($78.75 total) and 10% from the sitter ($67.50 earned). Read our Chicago dog sitting cost guide or see our complete rate guide.