MyPetFriends
Finding the right pet care isn't always easy - especially when what you need is specific, local, or at short notice. MyPetFriends is a Cape Town based pet care and pet sitting platform that helps pet owners connect with trusted, local sitters who can help look after their pets.
We built MyPetFriends because pet care isn't one-size-fits-all. We kept seeing pet owners turn to local neighbourhood groups in search of specific kinds of help, without a clear or reliable way to find it. By focusing on local pet care, MyPetFriends helps pets stay in familiar environments and makes day-to-day pet care easier to fit into everyday life.
For pet sitters, MyPetFriends offers an easy way to earn extra income by helping out in their own neighbourhoods. Whether it's walking a dog, checking in on a pet during the day, or offering short-term care, sitters can choose the kind of work that fits into their lives too.
From dog walking and check-in visits to everyday, in-home pet help, we focus on making it easier to find local, nuanced pet care services that fits naturally into real life. MyPetFriends makes finding and offering local pet care in Cape Town simpler, more flexible, and better suited to the way people actually live.
We're at the very beginning, and we want to build this WITH you, not just FOR you. Join our growing team of local trusted pet sitters.
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Connect with verified pet lovers in your community who genuinely care about your furry friends.
Your pet stays comfortable in a loving home setting, not a cold kennel.
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MyPetFriends is a Cape Town based pet care platform that connects pet owners with trusted local sitters. We understand that pet care isn't one-size-fits-all, which is why we're focused on making it easy to find personalised care that meets real life needs.
Pet owners can browse local sitters, view their profiles, and send a request based on the type of help they need. Sitters can choose which requests to accept based on their availability and preferences. Communication happens directly, making it easier to find the right fit for both sides.
Right now, MyPetFriends does not charge any platform fees. We're focused on validating a simple but important problem: whether pet owners and local sitters find value in having an easy, central place to find and offer flexible, local pet care. As we learn from our community and continue building the platform, we plan to introduce a small fee on services booked through MyPetFriends to support its ongoing development. If and when this changes, we'll communicate it clearly and well in advance so users always know what to expect.
MyPetFriends focuses on local, personalised pet care rather than fixed packages or one-size-fits-all services. It's designed for everyday situations, making it easier for pet owners to find and connect with local sitters who meet their needs.
Pet care on MyPetFriends can include pet sitting, pet boarding, home visits, dog walking and daycare. The exact types of care available depend on what local sitters in your area offer.
The cost of pet care varies depending on the sitter, the type of help needed, and the length of time. Sitters set their own rates, so pet owners can choose options that suit their needs and budget.
Yes. Many pet owners use MyPetFriends when they need help on short notice. Availability depends on local sitters, but the platform makes it easier to see who's nearby and able to help.
MyPetFriends encourages open communication between pet owners and sitters. You can review sitter profiles, ask questions, and discuss your pet's needs and routine before confirming any care, helping you find someone who feels like a good fit.
You can sign up as a sitter by creating a profile on the MyPetFriends Become a Sitter sign-up page and sharing a few details about yourself, your experience with pets, and the type of help you'd like to offer. We'll be in touch to verify your identity, and once your profile is set up, pet owners can start reaching out to you.
Sitters on MyPetFriends earn extra income by offering pet care in their own neighbourhoods. This might include pet boarding or sitting, dog walking, home visits or daycare, depending on what fits into your schedule.
No. Many sitters on MyPetFriends offer pet care alongside work, studies, or other commitments. You can choose how often you want to help and what kind of pet care you'd like to offer.