Become a Bestie pet sitter
We are always looking to connect with more highly qualified, passionate pet sitters in downtown Manhattan. If you meet the qualifications below get in touch with us through the form at the bottom of the page so we can reach out.
Our Team
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
June 2025 Update: We're Hiring!
The Bestie community has been rapidly expanding we're looking to bring on 5-10 new sitters with a track record of excellence to join our team. Please only reach out if you meet the requirements below, especially regarding neighborhood, pet sitting experience, and remote/hybrid work schedule. If you have a Rover or Wag profile please include that when you reach out through the form at the bottom of the page. We look forward to reading your applications soon!
Requirements
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Robust pet care experience in NYC (e.g., minimum 1+ years, variety of services)
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Based in Flatiron, Gramercy, Chelsea, NoMad, Greenwich Village, West Village, TriBeCa, Hudson Square, and Hudson Yards
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Flexible schedule (e.g., work 100% remotely, work part time, student, freelancer)
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Work remotely 60-100% of the time
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Must have availability to do bookings (e.g., daycare, walks) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays as these are our busiest days
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Must be able to host dogs in your apartment for daycare and/or overnight boarding
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Verified background check
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Bestie will conduct additional interviews and verify references
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Not Required but Preferred
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2+ years of consistent pet care experience in NYC
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Star Sitter Status on Rover
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Open to providing overnight care like house sitting outside of the usual service area (e.g., Upper West Side)
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
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Consistent, premium pricing
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Convenient locally based clients
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Reduced fees compared to popular pet sitting apps
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More consistent clients and booking flow
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Knowledge sharing with other sitters ahead of bookings
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Incentives for referring pet owners to Bestie
