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📍 Stockholm, Sweden

Pet care in Stockholm

Stockholm is spread across islands, with water and forest never far away — but also long, dark winters and busy working weeks. Most dogs live in apartments, and many owners book walkers for the middle of the day and sitters for trips to the summer house.

Services in Stockholm

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Dog Walking in Stockholm

GPS-recorded walks with photos.

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Pet Sitting in Stockholm

In-home care with photo updates.

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Pet Boarding in Stockholm

Home stays with photo updates.

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Pet Grooming in Stockholm

Mobile or salon grooming.

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Dog Training in Stockholm

Trainers for puppies and adult dogs.

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Pet Taxi in Stockholm

Rides tracked by GPS at every stage.

Neighbourhoods in Stockholm

Local notes for owners and providers.

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Södermalm

Hilly streets, cliffs over the water and parks such as Tantolunden.

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Vasastan

Classic apartment blocks and Vasaparken nearby.

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Östermalm

Elegant streets close to Djurgården and Lill-Jansskogen.

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Kungsholmen

Waterside paths around the island and Rålambshovsparken.

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Hammarby Sjöstad

Modern waterfront blocks and the Nacka nature reserve nearby.

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Gamla stan

Cobbled lanes and crowds — short, early walks work best.

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Bromma

Villas, gardens and forest paths in the west.

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Liljeholmen

New apartment buildings by the water south of Södermalm.

Where to walk dogs in Stockholm

Prices in Stockholm

Providers set their own prices. Where approved providers in Stockholm have listed a service, the lowest current price is shown here.

Weather and seasons in Stockholm

Stockholm winters are long, cold and dark, with snow, ice and gritted pavements; summers are short, bright and mild, with long evenings. Spring brings melting snow and wet, muddy paths.

Planning around the seasons

In winter, use reflective gear or a light in the dark afternoons, wipe grit and salt off paws and consider a coat for short-haired dogs.

From spring into late summer, dogs must be kept under control so they cannot roam in areas with wildlife — keep them on a lead in forests and nature areas.

Getting around Stockholm with a pet

SL’s buses, metro and commuter trains generally allow dogs, with some restrictions on certain carriages or services — check SL’s current rules. A pet taxi is handy for the vet, the groomer or Arlanda.

Homes, buildings and access

Most people live in apartments, often in a housing cooperative (BRF) whose rules may cover pets in stairwells and courtyards. Tell your provider about door codes, the laundry room and where to dry a wet dog.

Local rules worth knowing

In Sweden dogs must be ID-marked (usually microchipped) and registered in the national dog register. Between 1 March and 20 August dogs must be kept under such control that they cannot run loose in areas with wildlife, and local rules often require a lead in parks and built-up areas.

How OnlyPaw works

From adding your pet to following the booking.

  1. 1

    Add your pet

    Create your pet's profile once; it travels with every booking.

  2. 2

    Choose a provider

    Compare profiles, reviews and prices, and chat before you book.

  3. 3

    Pay in the app

    Payment is held until the service is completed.

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    Follow along

    GPS for walks and pet taxi, photos for sitting and boarding, chat any time.

Pet care in Stockholm — FAQ

Does OnlyPaw work in Stockholm?

Yes. OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including Stockholm. Because it's a marketplace, the providers you can book depend on who has been approved near your address — the app shows who's available before you pay.

How much does pet care cost in Stockholm?

Providers in Stockholm set their own prices, so you see each provider's rate in the app before you book. At checkout OnlyPaw adds a service fee of 10% of the service price, with a minimum of USD 2 and a maximum of USD 20 (or the equivalent in your local currency), shown before you pay. Your payment is held and only released to the provider after the service is completed.

When must dogs be on a lead in Sweden?

Between 1 March and 20 August dogs must be kept under such control that they cannot run loose in areas with wildlife, which in practice means a lead in forests and nature areas. Local rules often require a lead in parks all year.

Does my dog need to be registered in Sweden?

Yes. Dogs must be ID-marked, usually with a microchip, and registered in the national dog register. Keep the details handy for providers.

How are providers vetted?

Every provider submits a government ID and a selfie, passes a knowledge test with a 70% pass mark and uploads service-specific documents — home photos for sitting and boarding, driving licence and vehicle registration for pet taxi, certificates for grooming and training — before the OnlyPaw team approves them.

What happens in an emergency?

Every active booking has an SOS button in the app. It alerts the other party and the OnlyPaw team straight away. If your pet needs urgent medical care, contact a vet or emergency clinic first.

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