What if the pet has behaviour issues?

Owners disclose behaviour, medication, and dietary needs in the booking request. You choose whether to accept.

Become a Pet Boarder — Host Pets & Earn Worldwide

Q: How much do pet boarders earn?

Overnight boarding rates range from USD 45 in smaller cities to USD 120+ per night in major metros. A boarder hosting 15 nights per month averages USD 800–1,800, and boarders who stay near-full occupancy make USD 2,500–4,500 monthly per hosted pet.

Q: Do I need a fenced yard?

A fenced outdoor space is a big plus but not required. Apartment boarders are welcome — you'll rank higher for small dogs and cats. Add photos of your available pet space during signup.

How much do pet boarders earn?

Boarding pays the most per booking of any OnlyPaw service — because you're providing a full room in your home. Your monthly total depends on nightly rate, occupancy, and whether you host multiple pets at once.

City	Per night (dog)	Per night (cat)	Monthly (15 nights)	Monthly (full)
Dubai, UAE	USD 55–95	USD 40–70	USD 800–1,400	USD 2,000–3,500
London, UK	GBP 45–75	GBP 30–55	GBP 700–1,200	GBP 1,800–3,200
New York, USA	USD 75–130	USD 55–95	USD 1,100–2,000	USD 2,800–5,500
Sydney, AUS	AUD 50–90	AUD 35–65	AUD 750–1,400	AUD 1,900–3,600
Singapore	SGD 55–90	SGD 40–65	SGD 800–1,400	SGD 2,000–3,600

After OnlyPaw platform fee. Boarders hosting 2+ pets simultaneously often double these figures.

Requirements to become a boarder

18 or older with government ID + selfie verification
Home photos of the room / area the pet will stay in, indoor + outdoor
Tenancy proof if you rent — a lease copy or landlord letter allowing pets
Pass the boarding knowledge quiz — feeding schedules, common medications, breed compatibility, emergency procedures
A safe, pet-appropriate space: no open balconies for small dogs, secure doors, a separate area for cats if hosting both

How to become a pet boarder

Sign up free. Add name, city, phone.
Upload documents. ID + selfie + home photos + tenancy proof (renters only).
Set your capacity. Max concurrent pets, species allowed, size limits, and any breed restrictions.
Set your rate + house rules. Nightly price, drop-off/pick-up windows, cancellation policy.
Publish. Approval usually within 48 hours. First booking often within 1–2 weeks.

Tips to maximise occupancy

Say yes to cats. Cat boarding is chronically undersupplied — you'll get more bookings and fewer competitors.
Add 8+ photos. The room, the yard/outdoor space, food/water setup, any toys. Boarders with 8+ photos convert 2× better.
Enable multi-pet discounts. A 15% discount for 2 pets from the same household doubles your booking value.
Send twice-daily photo updates. Owners on vacation obsess over these — they drive 5-star reviews and repeat bookings.
List holiday availability early. Christmas, Eid, Chinese New Year, Thanksgiving — booked months in advance at premium rates.

FAQs

Do I need a fenced yard?

Big plus but not required. Apartment boarders are welcome — you'll rank higher for cats and small breeds.

Can I board multiple pets at the same time?

Yes. You set your maximum concurrent guests. Many boarders host 2–4 pets to multiply nightly income.

What if the pet damages something?

OnlyPaw's platform incident protection covers reasonable damage during a booking. We also mediate disputes on your behalf.

Can I refuse a booking?

Always. You see the pet's profile, owner's notes, and dates before deciding. Accept only what you're comfortable with — no penalties for declining.

Host pets. Earn USD 800–4,500 a month from home.