Australia largest pet sitting marketplace with tens of thousands of insured sitters offering boarding, daycare, and walks.
Mad Paws is a pet care marketplace where anyone can register to start earning. Fees are 20% service fee on bookings and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2014, Mad Paws is based in Sydney, Australia. It is available in Australia.
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What people actually earn on Mad Paws
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Can I join Mad Paws?
We haven't verified Mad Paws's sign-up requirements (age, countries, ID and equipment) yet. Anyone can register. See which platforms you can join with your details →
How Mad Paws compares
- At 20%, Mad Paws sits near the middle — the median fee across the 6 care platforms we track that charge a percentage is 20%.
- Launched in 2014, Mad Paws is newer than most care platforms — 8 of the 13 we track were founded earlier.
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Is Mad Paws legit?
Mad Paws is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2014 (12 years)
- Headquartered in Sydney, Australia
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Mad Paws charge?
Mad Paws fees: 20% service fee on bookings. On a $100 payment that leaves you about $80, before withdrawal or conversion costs.
How do you get paid on Mad Paws?
Mad Paws pays out via Bank transfer.
Which countries is Mad Paws available in?
Australia.
Is Mad Paws legit?
Yes, Mad Paws is a real, operating platform: operating since 2014 (12 years) and headquartered in Sydney, Australia. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Mad Paws alternatives?
Similar platforms include Care.com, Rover, Yoopies and Mable. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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