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Recent Pet Care reviews in Melbourne

Jen was fabulous and went above and beyond for myself and Swarley. Highly recommend!!

Cat boarding

$250

Friendly, great service. Recommended!

Groom 2 x dogs

$150

Julie went above and beyond to pick up the cat as the cat was anxious. I recommend Julie without hesitation!!!

Cat sitting

$5

What's the average cost of a pet care expert in Melbourne

$80 - $250

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$80

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$140

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$250

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What do pet care services include?

Pet care services go beyond basic care for your pets or animals - they can also help with boarding, companionship, and exercise. Importantly, they can help you look after your pet if you’re unable to or if you’ll be away. Whether you're looking for pet sitters, dog walkers, or someone to help you take care of a puppy when you're at work, Airtasker can connect you with the right professionals. 

Here are a range of pet services available to help with your beloved animals:

Pet sitting & boarding

Most pet owners consider boarding kennels for their pets when they’re heading away overnight or for an extended period, but your pet can also stay in your home or in the home of a registered pet sitter. Some pet boarding services also offer a day care service for those pets that don’t like to be left alone during the day. At a pet boarding service, your pet will receive food, exercise, and comfortable bedding as well as the company of people and dogs around them. There may also be music and air conditioning in some places. Or if you choose a dog, reptile boarding, or cat sitting service, your pet can stay in a familiar environment and keep to their routine with a dedicated pet sitter in your own place. This is especially helpful for anxious pets or those needing constant supervision.

Dog walking & exercise

If you’re working long hours or heading away on holiday, dog walking services can help your pooch get their daily workout to keep them happy and healthy. During the walk, they’ll burn off energy and ward off feelings of boredom and restlessness when they’re back home alone. You can book dog walking as a one-off or regular service, and your dog may be walked with others if it’s comfortable with socialisation. Your dog walker will use your dog’s normal collar and lead, plus bring along treats to encourage good behaviour. They’ll walk your dog for around 30 minutes to an hour before bringing them safely back into your home or yard.

Washing & grooming

Washing and grooming are necessary for every pet’s health and well-being. Specialised pet grooming (including cat grooming and dog grooming) services are equipped to bathe your pet with minimal mess and fuss. Your pet groomer will wash and dry your pet’s coat, clip fur, trim nails, and administer any pest treatments in a single appointment. You’ll likely need to book pet grooming around once a month, ensuring you brush your pet’s fur to keep it clear of dirt between appointments.

Dog training

Getting help with dog training can be the quickest way to a house-trained and obedient pet. Dog training will help to improve your dog’s behaviours such as digging, jumping, and barking, while also giving them a chance to socialise with other dogs. Training can be done individually or as part of a group. Many new pet owners enrol their dogs into puppy preschool from as young as 8 weeks to encourage good behaviour early on.

Recent Pet Care tasks in Melbourne

Dog sitting at your home

$300

Essendon VIC, Australia

11th Nov 2024

We are looking for a sitter for our 6yr old German Shorthair Pointer, Kona. Sun 17th to Sat 23rd She is great with other dogs and does need a backyard to run around. Can sleep in or outside. Ideally someone who works from home or will be around.

Pet sitting for a few weeks

$250

Port Melbourne, Victoria

10th Nov 2024

Hi there, I’m looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter (pet sitters home, not mine unfortunately) to care for my dog, Lola, while I spend some time with my mum. The dates I’m looking at would be about 2 weeks possibly leaving end of this week (let’s say the 16th) but it may change. Lola is a 13-year-old, very chill dog who can be a little timid at first but quickly warms up and loves anyone who cares for her. She’s low-maintenance and mostly enjoys lounging around, so she’s easy to look after once she feels comfortable. I’ll need someone to take care of her for a few weeks, and as it’s a longer stay, I’m hoping to find someone open to offering a more affordable rate for the extended time. Please let me know if you’re available and what your rates would be for the duration. Thanks so much! Liv

House/Pet sitting

$150

Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

9th Nov 2024

My partner and I are looking for someone to stay at our house in Flemington and look after our dog from the 29th - 1st December. Chef is a 4 year old bloodhound/kelpie who loves attention and napping. Chef will need an hour walk on the Saturday but other than that all you will be responsible for is feeding him. Our home is a modern two bedroom terrace house with modern amenities so you’ll be able to kick back and relax. Please feel free to ask us questions through the app but note we will want to meet you before finalising the job as Chef means the world to us.

Dog grooming

$155

Brunswick VIC, Australia

7th Nov 2024

Hi i have a chihuahua that's needs a haircut and her nails trimmed

Pet sitting and walking

$40

South Yarra VIC, Australia

6th Nov 2024

Need petsitting for 2 cavoodles , feed them, walk them Super friendly , playful dogs

Fantastic! Super friendly, great communications, prompt and a really nice person. Highly reccomend her for any task

Best care for my kitten while i am away

$12

Clyde North VIC, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Put food and water for it, clean litter box, play with it, put it to sleep, dont keep it trapped

Dog boarding over December 6-28th

$500

St Kilda, Victoria

4th Nov 2024

I have a Pomeranian (13 yrs old) and Jack Russel terrier (14 years old). Both are apartment trained, affectionate, and playful. Need a reliable pet sitter to look after them while I’m away in December. I am in St Kilda so preferably a home close by would be ideal

Dog sitter

$50

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2024

I need someone to watch my dog while I’m at work. He’s beautiful and friendly but has separation anxiety and struggles staying home by himself while I’m at work.

Cutting my cats nails

$45

Southbank VIC, Australia

1st Nov 2024

Assistance with cutting my cats nails. I have all the supplies and can hold them while you cut them.

Cat grooming

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

24th Oct 2024

I had posted previously but somehow my task has disappeared. I am looking for a regular groomer to come to my place fortnightly to groom my 2 Sphynx cats. Experience with sphynx is essential. If you have contacted me previously please get back in touch

Thank you for your help! Manuela. You're very patient and friendly.

Looking after Billy

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Oct 2024

Hi, I’m going to Sydney on the 23/10 - 25/10. Need someone to look after my 1 year old poodle for 1.5 days. I be dropping him off at your property with his crate, bed, food and water bowl. He is desex on 23/10 so needs extra care. Thanks

Thanks for looking after Billy. Very good service. Jee was friendly I highly recommend him for pet sitting. Would use again :)

Cut cat nails

$25

Southbank VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2024

Hey everyone, I'm reaching out to see if anyone has experience in cutting cats' nails safely. I'm looking for someoe to do it as im ensure If I can do this without hurting them or causing any bleeding. But Any advice or personal experiences you could share would be greatly appreciated!

Very friendly and well communicated and well explained ! and they were travelling from France so good experience for them especially the first time on the app!

Need someone to look after my cat for a couple days

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

4th Oct 2024

I have a little girl she’s very sweet but talks a lot. I’m in the midst of moving houses, I don’t want to stress her out, can provide food and litter

My request was last minute she reached out to me super friendly no complaints :)

Dog sitter

$150

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

3rd Oct 2024

I’m looking for a dog sitter to look after my two dogs this weekend. I have one 3 month old chihuahua and one 4 year old dachshund. For maybe 1 or 2 nights. From this Friday.

I’m happy with the care provided my dogs. I got regular updates and my dogs seems to enjoy their stay (I’m big on reading their vibe) I will be using their dog sitting services again 🤗

Dog sitter needed from 17 September till 2 October

$100

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

8th Sep 2024

Need someone to take care of my 3 year old miniature dachshund at your house. Slinky cannot be left home alone for more than 3 or 4 hours so ideally would prefer a household where there are 2 or 3 people. Preferably no other pets should be at your house during this time. Slinky is fine with teenagers and adults but sometimes barks at babies and toddlers. He will also most likely want to sleep in your bed at night (don't worry, he's 80% toilet trained which means he knows to jump off your bed to do wee on the training pads which I will provide.) I will supply his bed, leash, food and toys for the duration of his stay.

Aaron was very patient in taking care of Slinky whilst I was away. Unfortunately Aaron's house was a bit of a mess which meant Slinky's collar and leash went missing.

Pet sitter

$5

Melbourne VIC, Australia

11th Aug 2024

I’m going on holiday and need someone to take care of my cat in their home for 2 weeks. Daily feeding twice a day needed.

Really really good couple that took care of my baby and gave me updates

Dog sitting

$25

Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Aug 2024

Dog sitting needed starting 22 Aug

It was lovely to meet legends Grant and Debbie and I'm sure our beloved dog is well looked after. Thanks mate.

Steam clean couch, cat tower & rug

$120

Richmond VIC, Australia

18th Jul 2024

Steam clean grey couch, cat tower and a rug. The cat tower is disassembled. See photos for measurements - rug is approx 190cm x 280cm.

Thank you for coming and doing the job so quickly. Highly recommend!!

Dog sitter

$150

Essendon VIC, Australia

13th Jul 2024

Looking for a dog sister until Wednesday night or Thursday morning for our Bichon frise. You will be minding the dog at your house although we will provide food. He is a happy and very friendly dog

Sil and his family took exceptional care of our dog, treating him as if he were their own. They kept us updated with photos and daily summaries. I highly recommend them for dog sitting. They exceeded our expectations, and our dog clearly enjoyed the walks and attention.

Dog day care

$90

St Kilda VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2024

Hey all looking for someone to mind my dog from 7am till 5pm this Tuesday must be able to pick up and drop off

Easy going good to deal with