About
Pet Sitter Dashboard is a comprehensive business management application designed from the ground up for pet care professionals, including pet sitters, cat sitters, and dog walkers. Built by pet sitters who understand the industry's unique needs, the platform consolidates all essential operations into a single, easy-to-use interface that works on desktop, mobile, and tablet — even without an internet connection. The booking system lets clients schedule single or recurring visits with automated reminders sent to both parties. A secure customer and pet database stores contact details, key management notes, feeding instructions, and health data, keeping critical information always at hand. The integrated bookkeeping module auto-generates invoices, supports online payments, and tracks earnings, expenses, and profit and loss in real time. The app supports multiple currencies (GBP, USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, and more), making it suitable for pet businesses worldwide. Additional features include calendar integration, automated client emails, financial reporting, and legal document storage. A companion owner-facing app streamlines the booking experience for clients. Pet Sitter Dashboard offers a free-forever plan that supports up to 10 customers and one team member — ideal for startups — while the Premium plan unlocks unlimited customers, documents, online payments, and access to the Pet Sitter Club community. Trusted by thousands of pet care professionals globally, it's a powerful yet affordable solution for anyone looking to professionalise and scale their pet business.
Key Features
- Flexible Booking System: Clients can book single or recurring visits online, with automated reminders sent to both the sitter and the owner ahead of each appointment.
- Customer & Pet Database: Securely store client contact details, key management notes, pet health records, and feeding instructions in one centralised, easy-to-search database.
- Integrated Bookkeeping & Invoicing: Invoices are generated automatically, online payments can be accepted, and earnings, expenses, and profit/loss are tracked in real time.
- Cross-Platform & Offline Support: The full-featured app works on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android and continues to function offline, syncing data automatically when connectivity is restored.
- Calendar Integration & Automated Emails: Sync appointments with your calendar and let the platform send automatic emails to clients, reducing manual admin and missed communications.
Use Cases
- A solo dog walker managing bookings, client pets, and invoices without needing a separate spreadsheet, calendar, or accounting tool.
- A new pet sitting business using the free plan to handle the first 10 clients professionally before committing to a paid solution.
- A growing cat-sitting company upgrading to Premium to accept online payments and scale beyond the free-tier customer limit.
- A pet care professional working in rural areas who needs a business management app that functions reliably offline between client visits.
- A small pet-sitting team coordinating schedules, sharing client records, and tracking expenses across multiple team members from one shared platform.
Pros
- Genuinely Free Forever: The free tier is not a trial — it provides real, usable features for up to 10 customers at no cost, making it ideal for new or small pet businesses.
- Built by Pet Sitters: The app was designed by people who run pet businesses, so the features address real-world workflows rather than generic business templates.
- Works Offline on All Devices: Full functionality is available on desktop, mobile, and tablet even without an internet connection, which is critical for sitters working in areas with poor signal.
- Multi-Currency Support: Supports GBP, USD (US, Australian, Canadian), EUR, and more, making it accessible to pet businesses around the world.
Cons
- Free Plan Customer Limit: The free tier caps active customers at 10, which may require regular clean-up or an upgrade as the business grows.
- Online Payments Require Premium: Accepting online payments from clients is locked behind the paid Premium subscription, adding cost for businesses that rely on digital transactions.
- Niche Focus: The platform is purpose-built for pet care businesses only, so it lacks the broader flexibility of general-purpose CRM or scheduling tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pet Sitter Dashboard really free forever?
Yes. The free-forever plan provides genuine, ongoing access to core features including bookings, a customer and pet database, and bookkeeping for up to 10 customers and one team member — no trial period or hidden expiry.
What does the Premium plan include?
Premium unlocks unlimited customers and legal document storage, online payment acceptance, additional team members, advanced marketing insights, and membership of the Pet Sitter Club community.
Does it work on mobile devices?
Yes. Pet Sitter Dashboard is fully featured on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets, as well as Windows and Mac desktops, and even works offline, syncing data when a connection is re-established.
Is there a companion app for pet owners?
Yes. There is a separate companion app for pet owners that makes it easy for them to browse services and book appointments directly with their sitter.
Which currencies does the platform support?
Pet Sitter Dashboard supports GBP, US Dollar, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Euro, and several other currencies, making it suitable for pet businesses worldwide.
