Dog Walking / Pet Sitting in Singapore — Complete Guide (2026)

In This Guide

1. What to Look For When Hiring
2. Typical Price Ranges
3. HDB vs Condo vs Landed
4. Red Flags to Watch Out For
5. All 40 Verified Providers
6. Dog Walking / Pet Sitting by Location
7. FAQ

Dog walking and pet sitting in Singapore serve owners working long hours, travelling, or temporarily unable to exercise their dogs. Rates run S$20-40 for 30-60 minute walks, S$35-70/day for day-visits (feeding, walking, medication), and S$80-180/day for stay-in pet sitting at the owner's home. The sector is lightly regulated — commercial operators need AVS Pet Enterprise Licence, but solo freelance walkers often operate without it. This guide covers vetting, insurance requirements, and red flags.

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Commercial operators (apps like Pawjourr, Rover Singapore, or dedicated pet services companies) must hold AVS Pet Enterprise Licence. Solo freelance walkers often operate without, which is technically illegal but common. For solo arrangements, accept the legal gray area but verify other quality signals.

Ask about public liability insurance. If the walker loses your dog (escape, theft) or your dog bites a passer-by, insurance covers the outcome. Minimum S$500k-1M coverage is standard for commercial operators. Freelancers rarely carry insurance — ask directly and accept the answer.

Verify first-aid and pet emergency training. Choking, heat stroke, seizures, and sudden injuries happen on walks. A walker without basic pet first aid can't meaningfully help in emergency. Ask whether they've completed any pet first aid course.

Check routing and GPS tracking. Modern dog walking apps (Rover, Wag, Pawjourr) produce GPS tracks of walks, photo updates, and notes on behaviour. This transparency signals professionalism; walkers who just bring the dog back with no documentation are running a black box.

For pet sitting at your home, background checks matter — you're giving someone your house keys. Commercial operators run background checks; freelancers are on trust alone. Start with short engagements (one weekend) before full-vacation sits.

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Prices are estimates as of 2026 and may vary based on scope, urgency, and property type. Get exact quotes for free.

HDB residents: most common dog-walking clients. Typical 30-minute walk S$20-30, 60-minute walk S$30-45. Pack walks (group walks with 3-4 dogs) are cheaper per-dog but not suitable for reactive or anxious dogs.

Condominiums: walkers need to register at the guardhouse and sometimes use specific entry lobbies. Rates 10-20% higher due to access coordination. Many condos restrict commercial walking activities — check MCST rules before committing to a regular walker.

Landed properties: larger dogs and more structured exercise needs (large breed energy requirements). Rates S$30-55 per 60-minute walk; day visits with multiple walks S$60-120/day. Some walkers include fetch and training reinforcement during walks at premium rates.

No ID or proof of identity: You're handing over your dog (and sometimes house keys). Any walker refusing to provide an NRIC check or government ID verification is a risk you shouldn't take.

No GPS track or photo update: Modern walkers document walks. Those who just take the dog and return without any evidence of actual walking are cutting the service short.

Pack walks with reactive dogs: Group walks work for social, stable dogs. Walkers who put reactive or anxious dogs in pack walks to maximise profit cause fights and long-term behavioural damage.

Hot-day walks without shade or water: Singapore's afternoon heat is dangerous for dogs. Walkers who walk dogs at noon without shade access or water breaks produce heat stroke incidents. Reputable walkers shift schedules to morning and evening cooler hours.

Key handling carelessness: For pet sitting at your home, ask how keys are stored and managed. Walkers keeping keys in their car with your address label are a theft vector.

How many Dog Walking / Pet Sitting providers are on KakiList?

We currently list 40 verified Dog Walking / Pet Sitting providers serving Singapore. New providers are added regularly after verification.

Is KakiList free to use?

Yes, KakiList is completely free for homeowners. There are no platform fees, no middleman charges, and no hidden costs. You contact providers directly via WhatsApp or phone.

How are Dog Walking / Pet Sitting providers verified?

Providers with a verified badge have submitted their ACRA business registration number. All providers also display their real Google reviews and ratings for transparency.

How do I get Dog Walking / Pet Sitting quotes?

Use our free quote tool to describe your job. We'll match you with up to 5 verified providers who will contact you directly on WhatsApp with their quotes. No obligation.

What is the average rating of Dog Walking / Pet Sitting providers on KakiList?

The average Google rating across our Dog Walking / Pet Sitting providers is 4.8★ out of 5.0. We prioritize quality — providers with consistently poor reviews are removed.