You’d love to take a quick trip, but what about your beloved pet at home…?
When pet owners are away from home, it’s common to ask family or friends to look after their pets, or to leave them at a pet hotel.
But if your pet is timid and doesn’t do well in new environments, or has an active personality and can’t adjust to life in a cage at a pet hotel, an pet sitter‘s in-home care service might be a great new option for you.
What is a pet sitter?
A pet sitter is someone who provides pet care services at the owner’s home or at the sitter’s own home.
This is already a well-established service in Western countries, where it’s common to find and book available pet sitters nearby through major platforms like Rover and PetBacker.
In Japan, “Fluv, pet sitter SOS, and Orange pet sitters” are popular pet sitter platforms trusted by many pet owners.
Many pet owners highly recommend pet sitter services. Fluv is the most convenient, cost-effective, and trustworthy pet sitter platform in Japan. Fluv has over 8,000 pet sitters across Asia who have received American-style pet sitter training and passed rigorous screening.
What pet sitters do
• In-home visits
A pet sitter visits the owner’s home to take care of their pet.
Services include: preparing and serving meals, cleaning and organizing the living environment, playtime, and reporting to the owner.
Key features: You can invite the pet sitter to your home in advance so they can meet your pet and get familiar with the environment. This service is ideal for cats that don’t like going outside or dogs with limited mobility.
No matter which service you use, the pet sitter will always take photos of your pet and send reports to you, so you can feel at ease seeing how your pet is doing even while you’re away!
Whether your pet stays at home or at the sitter’s home, they’ll be lovingly and carefully looked after ◎
Top pet sitters in Meguro
Kahori Takahashi
Hi there! At home, I keep a dog, parakeets, an owl, and a green turtle 🙌🏻 I’ll make sure to communicate clearly so you can feel confident leaving your pet with me. [Certifications] ・Animal Care and Management Certification. I look forward to working with you!
- Reviews: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
- Pricing: 💰 ¥4,000/30 min
- Services:
- I work as a full-time pet sitter, so I’m generally available anytime.
Feel free to send me a message to discuss your needs.
Last-minute requests are welcome too.
Weekends & holidays: Generally available all day
Weekdays: Generally available all day
Please feel free to discuss timing.
♥ Services for dogs
・Health check, walks, meals, water refill, playtime, litter/toilet cleaning
・Meal-only visits start from 30 minutes.
・Visits including walks start from 60 minutes.
● Services for cats
・Health check, meals, water refill, playtime, litter box cleaning
(litter refill, replacement & cleaning)
♥ I’ll send photo reports of every step (bath time, feeding, mealtime, litter box, hydration, etc.)
♥ I provide care and feeding tailored to your requests.
♥ For first-time clients, I’ll visit your home before the pet sitting date to confirm service details, key handover, and other arrangements. (30 min–1 hour)
♥ Service areas ♥
Chuo Ward, Minato Ward, Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Shinagawa Ward, Meguro Ward,
Ota Ward, Setagaya Ward, Shibuya Ward, Arakawa Ward, Katsushika Ward, Edogawa Ward
*Transportation costs are included in the price.
*For areas outside the above, different pricing applies. Please check the “Services Offered” page for details. - ● Certifications ♥
Animal Care and Management Certification
© Animal experience @
Dogs, parakeets, owls, green turtles
- I work as a full-time pet sitter, so I’m generally available anytime.
- Service areas: Chuo Ward, Minato Ward, Taito Ward, Sumida Ward, Koto Ward, Shinagawa Ward, Meguro Ward,
Ota Ward, Setagaya Ward, Shibuya Ward, Arakawa Ward, Katsushika Ward, Edogawa Ward - Booking link: https://fluv.com/profiles/5KRfvNSKbmMTk01HxDzei2zqmdi1?action=share&openExternalBrowser=1
Marimo
🐶🐱 I hold a nationally certified Companion Animal Nurse qualification. Until last year, I worked as a veterinary nurse for four years, always thinking about what’s best for both pets and their owners. I obtained the national Companion Animal Nurse certification and draw on that experience to provide care tailored to each individual pet. I’m skilled at reading a pet’s feelings and gently interacting with them so they can relax. From small dogs to large dogs to cats, I care for them all with sincerity and love, doing my best to give both owners and pets peace of mind. I take the responsibility of caring for your precious family member to heart and provide care with all my love.
- Reviews: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
- Pricing: 💰 ¥4,000/30 min
- Services:
- Standard pet sitting services: walks, meals, playtime, litter/toilet cleaning, etc. Weekends & holidays: Generally available all day 👌 (please discuss timing) Weekdays: 8 PM onwards only (varies by area), but daytime visits may also be available depending on the day — feel free to ask!
- 🐶 Services for dogs
- Health check, walks, meals, water refill, playtime, litter/toilet cleaning
- Meal-only visits start from 30 minutes
- Visits including walks start from 60 minutes
- 🐱 Services for cats
- Health check, meals, water refill, playtime, litter box cleaning (litter refill, replacement & cleaning)
- ✔️ I’ll send photo reports of every step (bath time, feeding, mealtime, litter box, hydration, etc.)
- ✔️ I provide care and feeding tailored to your requests.
- ✔️ For first-time clients, I’ll visit your home before the pet sitting date to confirm service details, key handover, and other arrangements. (30 min–1 hour)
- Service areas: Minato Ward, Koto Ward, Shibuya Ward, Nakano Ward, Suginami Ward, Toshima Ward, Kita Ward, Arakawa Ward, Itabashi Ward, Nerima Ward
- Booking link: https://fluv.com/profiles/tBTmFrEWuuWBysIwgcjGI9gq9kd2?action=share&openExternalBrowser=1
Which is right for my pet — a pet hotel, a pet sitter, or in-home pet boarding?
How to choose a pet hotel or pet sitter for your dog:
| Yes | No | |
| Does your pet get lonely easily? | 24-hour pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet get along well with other pets? | Pet hotel | One-on-one pet sitter |
| Has your pet been spayed/neutered and vaccinated? | Pet hotel | One-on-one pet sitter |
| Can your pet adapt to new environments? | Pet hotel | In-home pet sitter |
| Has your pet been crate trained? | Pet hotel | In-home pet sitter or cage-free pet hotel |
| Does your pet have a medical history such as heart disease or skin conditions? | One-on-one pet sitter with veterinary assistant experience | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need special care such as medication, eye drops, or subcutaneous injections? | Pet sitter with veterinary assistant experience | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need to learn socialization and interaction with other pets? | Multi-pet household friendly pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Is your pet under 1 year old or over 7 years old? | One-on-one pet sitter specializing in puppies and senior dogs | Puppy-specialized pet hotel or animal hospital |
| Does your pet need 24-hour surveillance cameras? | Pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Does your pet need to sleep with someone? | Pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Does your pet need walks? | Pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need regular health checks and photo reports? | Pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need insurance coverage? | Book through a pet sitter platform | Pet hotel |
| Are you on a budget? | Pet sitter | Pet hotel |
How to choose a pet hotel, cat-only hotel, or pet sitter for your cat:
| Yes | No | |
| Does your pet feel anxious when going out? | In-home pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet get along well with other pets? | Pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Has your pet been spayed/neutered and vaccinated? | Pet hotel | One-on-one pet sitter |
| Can your pet handle going out or a change of environment? (Without losing appetite or becoming unwell) | Pet hotel | In-home pet sitter |
| Does your pet have a medical history such as heart disease, skin conditions, or kidney disease? | One-on-one pet sitter with veterinary assistant experience | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need special care? (Medication, eye drops, subcutaneous injections, etc.) | Pet sitter with veterinary assistant experience | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need to learn socialization and interaction with other pets? | Multi-pet household friendly pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Is your pet under 1 year old or over 7 years old? | One-on-one pet sitter specializing in kittens and senior cats | Kitten-specialized pet hotel or animal hospital |
| Do you need 24-hour surveillance cameras? | Pet hotel | Pet sitter |
| Do you need regular health checks and photo reports? | Pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Does your pet need insurance coverage? | Book through a pet sitter platform | Pet hotel |
| Are you on a budget? | Pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Do you have a surveillance camera at home? | In-home pet sitter | Pet sitter or pet hotel |
| Does your pet eat raw food, fresh food, or canned food? | Pet sitter or pet hotel | Pet sitter or pet hotel |
| Do you have an automatic feeder? | In-home pet sitter for regular dry food refills | Pet hotel |
| Do you have multiple pets? | In-home pet sitter | Pet hotel |
| Do you have privacy concerns at home? | Pet hotel | An in-home pet sitter is better suited to a cat’s nature |
Pricing information
| Service duration | Price per visit | Additional fees | |
| In-home pet sitter | 30 min | ¥4,000–¥6,500 | Price doubles for 5 or more pets |
| Home-style pet boarding | 8+ hours | ¥3,000–¥6,000 | Additional fee of ¥500–¥4,500 based on weight |
Frequently asked questions about pet sitters
1. How does the sitter get into my home when I’m away?
During a pre-visit, the sitter comes to your home early to meet your pet for the first time, check where food bowls, litter boxes, and cleaning supplies are kept, and learn about your pet’s personality. During this visit, you can discuss key handover arrangements with the sitter. Typically, owners hand over keys through their building’s concierge or front desk.
2. How are pet sitters screened? Is it safe to trust a stranger?
Fluv’s pet sitters are animal lovers with pet care or volunteer experience who undergo identity verification and training before registering as sitters. Owners can check sitter ratings and reviews through Fluv’s review system, making it easy to choose a trustworthy sitter with confidence.
3. My pet is very shy around strangers — is it okay to use a pet sitter?
If your pet is shy and takes time to warm up, a pre-visit allows your pet and the sitter to meet for the first time and build trust. If you still have concerns, you and the sitter can discuss together whether this type of care is the right fit.
If your pet is aggressive, a pet sitter service may not be suitable. This is not only to protect the sitter, but also to prevent accidents caused by your pet becoming overly stressed.
4. My pet needs medication or wound care — can a pet sitter help with that?
If you have special needs, you can book a pet sitter with medical care skills. When making your booking, you can communicate with the sitter in advance to clearly explain the details of the medical care required.
Pet sitter in-home care video
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