Pet Fee Calculator
Enter your property details to find the pet fee that protects your rental without pricing out pet-owning guests.
Enter your property details to find the pet fee that protects your rental without pricing out pet-owning guests.
How many animals the guest is bringing to the property
Select the size tier that best matches the guest's pet (e.g. small, medium, large)
Total nights the pets will occupy the property
Select entire home, private room, or multi-unit listing
Choose flat fee, per-night add-on, or refundable deposit
Enter your numbers on the left to get instant estimates.
How is Pet Fee Calculator helpful?
Most hosts guess their numbers. Pros use data. This tool helps you make unemotional, data-driven decisions about your property portfolio, ensuring every dollar you invest yields a measurable return.
Accuracy
Based on real-time market data from 50+ cities.
Speed
Get answers in seconds, not hours of spreadsheet work.
Confidence
Bank-grade formulas used by institutional investors.
How the Pet Fee Calculator Works
This calculator breaks down your estimate using key inputs. Each one refines the output.
Number of Pets
How many animals a guest is bringing to the property
Each additional pet multiplies wear on soft furnishings, flooring, and outdoor areas, so a flat single-pet fee applied to a three-dog booking leaves real money on the table.
Pet Size or Weight Category
The damage footprint based on the pet's size
A 90-pound Labrador exerts far more stress on hardwood floors and upholstered furniture than a 10-pound terrier, and your fee structure should reflect that difference rather than treat all pets as equivalent.
Length of Stay
Total nights the pets will occupy the property
Longer stays compound odor absorption and general wear, which is why a per-night component often outperforms a single flat charge for bookings beyond three nights.
Start Charging the Right Pet Fee Today
Mr. Props puts a pet fee calculator and automated guest messaging in one place, so you stop leaving revenue on the table every time a dog checks in.
No credit card required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Pet Fee Calculator Account for Different Pet Types, Like Cats Versus Large Dogs?+
Yes. A good pet fee calculator lets you set separate fee tiers by pet type and size, since a 90-pound Labrador poses more wear risk than a housecat. If your tool only has one flat input, override it manually for large breeds.
Should the Pet Fee Change Based on the Length of Stay?+
For stays under three nights, a flat fee is standard. Beyond that, a nightly add-on of $10–$20 per pet recovers cleaning costs more accurately than a one-time charge that doesn't scale with actual use.
Does Charging a Pet Fee Affect My Search Ranking on Airbnb or Vrbo?+
Pet fees don't directly lower search placement, but a total price that looks inflated can reduce click-through rates. Keep the base nightly rate competitive and surface the pet fee transparently in your listing description.
Is a Pet Deposit Legally Different From a Pet Fee?+
Yes. A pet deposit is refundable if no damage occurs, while a pet fee is non-refundable. HUD guidance and local landlord-tenant laws govern both, so confirm your state's rules before deciding which to use.
How Often Should Hosts Recalculate Their Pet Fee?+
Revisit the calculation twice a year or after any cleaning cost increase. If your turnover crew raises rates or you switch cleaning products, your current fee may no longer cover actual expenses.