The Pet Care Network With $0 Fees For Sitters|
Providers are required to complete background checks and carry commercial insurance. Zero platform fees for pet owners.
How It Works
Search by location
Find pet care providers near you.
Review profiles
Read reviews and message providers directly.
Book & pay. $0 fees
Pay providers directly. We never take a cut.
Just Launched
We're a brand new startup building the pet care community you deserve. Be among the first to shape it.
Side-by-Side Fee Comparison
How fees compare on a typical booking
Platform Fee (Owners)
HeyDog
$0
No subscriptions or fees for pet owners
Care.com
~$35/mo membership
Required to message and book providers
Provider Commission
HeyDog
0%
Providers keep 100% of earnings
Care.com
~15% + lead fees
Commission on bookings plus fees for lead access
Monthly Cost
HeyDog
$0 (Free forever)
Optional Pro at $19/mo for featured placement
Care.com
~$35/mo (owners) + fees (providers)
Both sides pay — owners subscribe, providers pay commission
Payment Processing
HeyDog
2.9% + $0.30 (Stripe)
Standard Stripe rate — no markup
Care.com
Included in fees
Bundled into membership and commission structure
Key Differentiator
HeyDog
Free pet care directory
100% focused on pet care
Care.com
Broad care marketplace (pet, child, senior)
Pet care is one of many verticals
The Bottom Line
Care.com is a broad caregiving marketplace, but pet care is just one of many services they offer. Their subscription model means pet owners pay ~$35/month before even booking anyone, and providers face ~15% commission plus lead fees. HeyDog is built exclusively for pet care with zero fees on both sides.
Turn Your Passion Into
Your Business
List for free and keep 100% of your earnings. Zero commission, ever. New providers get 6 months of Pro free.
Free to list. Optional Pro upgrade: $19.99/mo. Cancel anytime. No credit card required to join.
Frequently Asked Questions
*Fee estimates based on publicly available competitor pricing as of 2026. Actual rates may vary. Stripe processing fees (2.9% + $0.30) apply to online payments. HeyDog is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any competitor mentioned.