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 service fees on any booking
Wag
~10% per booking
Added on top of the provider’s rate
Provider Commission
HeyDog
0%
Providers keep 100% of earnings
Wag
Up to 40%
One of the highest commissions in the industry
Monthly Cost
HeyDog
$0 (Free forever)
Optional Pro at $19/mo for featured placement
Wag
$0 to list
But up to 40% commission on all earnings
Payment Processing
HeyDog
2.9% + $0.30 (Stripe)
Standard Stripe rate — no markup
Wag
Included in fees
Bundled into the 10% owner fee + 40% provider cut
Key Differentiator
HeyDog
Free directory — no middleman
Connect and pay providers directly
Wag
On-demand walks with GPS tracking
Platform dispatches walkers and tracks walks live
The Bottom Line
Wag’s on-demand model is convenient, but their fee structure is one of the most aggressive in the industry — providers can lose up to 40% of their earnings, and pet owners pay a ~10% surcharge on every booking. HeyDog lets you keep every dollar. No commission, no booking fees, no subscriptions required.
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.