[2025 Pet Hotel Price Guide] Top 3 cat sitters near Luzhou, Sanmin Senior High School & Xuhui Middle School | In-home pet sitting vs. pet hotel cost comparison -

What is a pet sitter? How do costs compare to a traditional pet hotel?

A pet sitter is a caring individual with hands-on experience looking after cats and dogs who provides care for your pet in your own home. This model is already hugely popular in Western countries — platforms like Rover and PetBacker help pet owners find nearby, available pet sitters to visit their home. In Taiwan, Fluv offers a similar pet sitter matching service. Compared to traditional pet hotels, using a pet sitter is a more modern approach to pet care — it saves pet owners the hassle of drop-off and pick-up, and lets your furry friend stay comfortable in a familiar environment without the stress.

Pet sitter services come highly recommended by pet owners across Taiwan, and Fluv is the country’s largest pet sitter platform.

Comparing common pet care options: in-home care vs. pet hotel

In-home pet sitting

The sitter comes to your home to care for your pet, covering feeding, tidying up, playtime, and check-in updates sent to you as the owner. You can arrange a free meet-and-greet visit beforehand so the sitter can get familiar with your home and meet your pet for the first time.

This is a great option for cats who prefer staying home or dogs with mobility issues. It’s also a cost-effective choice for households with multiple pets, since your furry friends get to stay and roam in the environment they already know and love.

Pet boarding & daycare

Your pet stays at the sitter’s home and receives one-on-one care, with the freedom to roam and play in a cozy home setting. Services include feeding, general care, playtime, and regular updates to the owner — all cage-free and fully tailored to your pet’s needs.

Best suited for sociable, energetic dogs.

Long-term in-home care

A great alternative to pet hotels for owners who are away for extended periods and don’t want their pet cooped up in a cage. A professional pet sitter takes over daily routines — including outdoor walks — so your pet’s life stays as normal as possible even while you’re gone.

Ideal for owners who travel frequently or are away for longer stretches.

Dog walking service

Working late or stuck in an unexpected situation and can’t make it home in time? A pet sitter can step in to walk your dog and let them do their business outside, so your pup gets the outdoor time they need even when you can’t be there.

Perfect for medium to large, high-energy dogs like Huskies, mixed breeds, Border Collies, and Golden Retrievers.

Free meet-and-greet visit

Before committing to a booking, you can schedule a free meet-and-greet so your pet and the sitter can get acquainted, and you can check out the care environment. Once everyone’s comfortable, simply go ahead and make your official booking.

For every service, your pet sitter will send you photo updates so you can see your furry friend even when you’re not home — totally reassuring and heartwarming!

Top 3 cat sitters in Taipei | Luzhou, Sanmin Senior High School & Xuhui Middle School — prices & reviews at a glance

☀ Based on over 30,000 user reviews on Fluv, here are 3 standout pet sitters we recommend — take a look!

【Boss Luo】

A currently practicing pet groomer with a certified grooming license and over 5 years of experience. Beyond the basics of feeding, playtime, cleaning, and medication administration, Boss Luo goes the extra mile in every detail — bathing your pet while also trimming nails, cleaning ears, tidying fur, and blow-drying by hand. Their professional touch leaves every pet looking clean and adorable. For boarding stays, homemade healthy chicken breast meals are prepared for both morning and evening — every pet who’s tried them has been a fan and never wants to leave!

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (22 reviews)

Price: 💰💰

Services offered: In-home dog sitting, in-home cat sitting, accompanied walks, in-home bathing

Service area: Sanchong District, Luzhou District

Book now: https://fluv.me/XmtZ

【BEI】

BEI has volunteered at a stray animal shelter for over 2 years and worked as a cat caretaker at an animal welfare association — a true animal lover through and through. She has fostered and rehomed kittens and puppies, and is currently a proud pet parent to 6 cats and 1 rabbit. With such a strong foundation in understanding animal behavior, BEI can handle even sensitive, shy, or elderly pets with cognitive decline. She’ll work closely with owners to understand their pet’s unique needs and provide attentive, wholehearted care.

If your pet is a little wary of strangers, BEI will patiently work on building trust through gentle interaction and will coordinate with you on the best care approach.

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (54 reviews)

Price: 💰💰💰

Services offered: In-home dog sitting, in-home cat sitting

Service area: Sanchong District, Xinzhuang District, Taishan District, Luzhou District

Book now: https://fluv.me/rYqB

【Xu Cui】

A pet owner of over 10 years whose cats and dogs are all adopted, Xu Cui also has experience raising newborn kittens. In addition to cats and dogs, she can also care for rabbits, hamsters, birds, and more!

Alongside standard in-home visits covering companionship, cleaning, feeding, and water changes, Xu Cui also offers private transport arrangements — just reach out via direct message to discuss.

Bookings are open for the Lunar New Year period! Pet owners who have left their furry friends in Xu Cui’s care give her glowing reviews for her attentiveness — don’t miss your chance to book!

Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (2 reviews)

Price: 💰💰

Services offered: In-home dog sitting, in-home cat sitting, accompanied walks

Service area: Jinshan District, Sanchong District, Xinzhuang District, Luzhou District, Wugu District, Bali District, Tamsui District, Sanzhi District

, Shimen District

Book now: https://fluv.me/v7A5

A cage-free alternative to pet hotels! Taipei dream home — in-home pet boarding that’s cage-free, one-on-one, and under NT$1,000?!

Heading out of town? Beyond the traditional pet hotel, here’s a whole new option for where your pet can stay! Today we’re taking a look inside a cage-free, one-on-one in-home pet boarding experience — where your furry friend gets to relax and roam freely just like they would at home. Highly recommended for all pet parents!

Pet sitter vs. pet hotel pricing | Which gives you more bang for your buck?

	Service duration	Price per session	Additional fees
In-home care	30 min	$400–500	Double the rate for more than 5 pets
Pet boarding	8 hrs+	$250–450	+$50–450 depending on pet size
Dog walking service	30 min	$200–400	Additional fee per extra pet

Common questions about pet sitters vs. pet hotels

1. How does the sitter get into your home when you’re not there?

Through a meet-and-greet visit beforehand, the sitter can come to your home early to meet your pet for the first time, get familiar with the care environment, and learn where things like food bowls, litter boxes, and cleaning supplies are kept — as well as get a feel for your pet’s personality.

During the visit, you and the sitter can work out how to hand over a key. Many owners arrange this through their building’s front desk or concierge.

2. How are pet sitters vetted? Can I trust a stranger?

All pet sitters on Fluv are animal lovers with hands-on pet care or volunteer experience. Each sitter goes through identity verification and training before joining the platform. You can also read through real ratings and reviews left by other pet owners via Fluv’s review system to find a sitter you feel confident about.

3. Who’s responsible if my pet gets hurt?

Every booking includes insurance coverage. If an accident occurs during care, the pet sitter is responsible for compensation, with a self-pay deductible of NT$3,000. For costs exceeding that amount, Cathay Century Insurance provides additional medical coverage of up to NT$15,000.

4. My pet is shy around strangers — is a pet sitter still a good fit?

If your pet is a bit timid or takes time to warm up, a meet-and-greet visit is a great way to give them a first introduction to the sitter and start building trust. If you still have concerns, you and the sitter can discuss together whether the arrangement is the right fit.

If your pet tends to be aggressive, a pet sitter may not be the best option — both to protect the sitter and to prevent your pet from becoming overly stressed or reactive.

5. My pet needs medication or wound care — can a pet sitter help?

For any special medical needs, you can look for sitters who have listed medical care skills in their profile. You can also discuss the details directly with your sitter when booking and provide clear instructions for any medical care required.

6. How much does a pet hotel typically cost? How does it compare to a pet sitter?

Traditional pet hotels generally charge NT$600–1,200 per night, with upscale options potentially exceeding NT$2,000 — and most use cage-based management. By comparison, Fluv pet sitters offer cage-free, one-on-one in-home boarding starting from around NT$400–1,000 per night, giving you more flexibility and a setup that’s much more suited to your pet’s needs.

7. How is Fluv pet sitter pricing calculated? Is it cheaper than a pet hotel?

Fluv uses a transparent pricing structure — for example, in-home care starts from NT$400 for 30 minutes, and boarding starts from NT$450 per night. Compared to most pet hotels, which tend to charge more with a one-size-fits-all approach, Fluv lets pet owners choose a sitter that matches their pet’s personality, at a price that’s fair and friendly.

Fluv exclusive deals

👉 First-time sign-up — enter the Fluv promo code “＃FIRST100” at checkout to get NT$100 off (valid on all services). Book your pet’s first sitter experience at the best possible price today!

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