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Why find a local pet sitter through Airtasker?

Looking for a professional pet sitter? Whether you’re a pet owner planning a holiday or you work long hours, you’ll soon need to find a pet sitter near you to take care of your furry, scaly, and feathered friends. Your pet sitter can pop around to your home on a casual basis to feed and exercise animals. Or you can hire a pet sitter to look after your pets long-term while you travel. Professional pet sitting is a great way to ensure your pets can stay in their usual home environment and you don’t have to pay expensive boarding kennel fees.

Finding a pet sitter is as simple as posting your task on Airtasker. You’ll hear from top-rated local pet sitters who will love your animals just as much as you do.

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Top Pet Sitting related questions

Boarding kennels

can be expensive for you and frightening for your pet. A pet sitter who comes to your home will ensure your pet can stay comfortable in their usual environment and you might even save on fees. Plus, a long-term pet sitter may also be available to help with house sitting while you’re away for long periods of time.

It depends on the arrangement offered by your pet sitter and what you and your pet feel more comfortable with. You might meet with your pet sitter before you commit to help you decide what option will work best for everyone.

No. Pet sitters don’t need a license in Australia, or any specific qualifications.

The best place to find pet sitter is on Airtasker. A good pet sitter will have high ratings, glowing reviews, and evidence of working with happy pet owners in the past.

While the average cost of dog sitters is between $50 and $200 on Airtasker, the exact price will depend on your location, how often you need the service, the number and type of pets, and how much care is needed.

For certain types of tasks, you may need someone who has a specialist licence and also additional insurance. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

What does professional pet sitting include?

Pet sitters will give your pets the practical care they need, as well as love and attention they crave while you’re away. Professional pet sitters are experienced in looking after dogs, cats, birds, chickens, ducks, snakes, rats, mice, guinea pigs, fish, horses, cows, and many more animals. Some ways your pet sitter may help are:

Feeding your pet

Most pets need feeding once or twice a day, plus water checked, changed, and topped up. Your professional pet sitter will make sure your pet has fresh, clean water and that they’re fed on schedule with the right quantities and foods, as specified in your instructions. If your pet has special dietary requirements, you can let your pet sitter know so they can accommodate them. 

Exercising your pet

While some pets get enough exercise from running around their enclosure or yard area, if you have a dog, they’ll probably need regular walks. Whether it’s three times a day or just a couple of times a week, your pet sitter can take your dog for a walk so they stay fit, happy, and healthy while you’re on holidays or working late in the office.

Cleaning up

Don’t come home from your holiday or a long day at work to a messy house, yard, or cage. Your pet sitter can take care of all kinds of pet messes so you don’t have to stress. They’ll pick up dog droppings and dispose of them in the bin, change kitty litter as needed, and replace the newspaper in the bottom of your bird or reptile enclosure. Plus, if you’re on an extended holiday, your pet sitter can help arrange pet grooming services like dog grooming and dog washing.

Catering to special requirements

Do you have a dog with diabetes or cat with cataracts? If your pet needs extra special attention, let your professional pet sitter know. Most pet sitters are experienced in pets with special needs, including daily injections, specific diets, giving oral medications, and more. They can even help arrange visits to the vet if your pet needs some extra care. 

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Dog sitting by the sitter in their own home for 2.5 days and 2 nights

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Look after my dog in your own home if I drop him off on Monday and pick him up on Wednesday

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Bonnells Bay NSW, Australia

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Hello, me and my mum are going away at the end of this year for about 19 days. So we are enquiring on someone potentially house sitting with 3 dogs. But not just for then I am trying to find someone for potential earlier dates and shorter periods. I can’t seem to find someone. Thank you.

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Southport QLD, Australia

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Hi, looking for someone to take care of our two chihuahuas from Friday 11 April to Friday 18 April. It is the pet sitting at your place. We are flexible around Gold Coast.

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Abbotsford VIC, Australia

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Dog sitter from 4th (morning) - 6th (evening) X2 greyhounds, they don’t require walking, both enjoy sleeping all the time. Both well behaved senior hounds. Looking for someone to have them at their residence for x2 nights. Looking for price $150 for x2 nights.

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Scarborough WA 6019, Australia

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Looking after one French bulldog and one American bully $400 total for 7 nights between the 12th and 19th of April in your own home please

Cat sitting for 2 days

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Adelaide SA, Australia

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Hi I have a cat named sunny who is 2 and very chilled indoor cat. As I am going away I want someone to look after him for 2 days at their place, I will pick up and drop him off with his food.

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Fulham Gardens SA, Australia

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Look after ourdog Alby for the weekend. Hes very friendly, kid safe and loves people and attention. He likes short walks, because he is pretty lazy, and loves pats and attention.

Amanda was amazing, great communication and very easy going to work with. I highly recommend.

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Randwick, New South Wales

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Is there anyone who could look after my little cat Dave for two weeks whilst I’m away for work? He’s a chiller, desexed, vaccinated and I’ll supply all the food and toys.

Nabila is a diamond, super punctual and helpful. I trust her. Thanks Nabs

Dog sitting - 5yo choc lab

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Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

2nd Mar 2025

Looking for a pet sitter to look after our 5yo choc lab boy while we go overseas. Total 24 nights (drop off 22 March, pick up 15 April). We are based in Fitzroy North so preferably someone nearby, with a house/town house that has a small backyard area. Our boy is an outdoor dog and stays outside all the time (including sleeping), as long as there's shelter he'll be fine. He is a generally well-behaved dog unless triggered. He's very friendly so will jump up or pull/bark at other people or dogs if he wants to play. This task is for a trial night before our requested trial date to ensure compatibility and that you like our dog.If trial night goes well, you must be available for the dates mentioned above. Offering $400 total for the 24 nights we require.

Excellent care-taker for our 5yo choc labrador. Lovely family and home. Would highly recommend 😊

Cat Sitter 6th - 11th March

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Five Dock NSW 2046, Australia

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Responsible cat lover needed to house sit and care for cats. 5 nights from 2pm Thursday 6th March till 11am Tuesday 11th March 2025. Comfortable quiet unit with new king single bed. Use of all amenities and WiFi. Easy going pets. You may need to feed older cat during the night.

I would will work with Monica again if she is available. So wonderful to feel trust and security for my fur babies. I recommend her 200%. Thank Mon you are the best.

Dog sitting

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Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

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I need someone to look after my dog for a couple of hours. Food will be provided.

Daniela was very friendly, punctual and did a great job looking after my dog. I can highly recommend her and will definitely hire her again

Cat sitting

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Richlands QLD, Australia

19th Feb 2025

Urgently need a cat sitter for tomorrow, 20 Feb. Must be able to have him at your place. I will drop off in the morning and will pick up in the afternoon

Thank you Melissa and her partner for taking care of Sunny on such a short notice. It was really really helpful

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Epping VIC, Australia

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I need a cat boarding accomodation asap due to an emergency situation for 2 nights. 2 boy cats that are brothers. Fully indoors, vaccinated and friendly with other cats. Im only able to offer $25 a day at the moment.

Extremely helpful beyond expectations and kind

Pet sitting 3 cats

$150

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

5th Feb 2025

I have 3 cats that I will be away for 1 month. I need someone to check on them every 2 days, refill their kibble and water, give them some canned food and take out the litter waste bag in the automatic litter box. Use the vacum to clean a bit. Start from 10/2 to 15/3

Lovely and supportive pet carer.

Dog sitting

$50

Pagewood NSW, Australia

4th Feb 2025

Overnight dog sitting for a 3 year old Pomeranian x jack Russel at a townhouse in Pagewood. Roughly 12pm Saturday (8/2) to 3pm Sunday (9/2). All he needs is to be let out in the back garden for the toilet every couple of hours and some biscuits for dinner and breakfast. (I will walk him before I leave) He likes to bark when he first meets someone, but after about 30 minutes he will love you and give you lots of kisses and sleep right next to you. You will have access to all amenities in the house for the duration of your stay. Please don't hesitate to message me if you have any questions :)

Jin was very professional and caring. Would highly recommend her.

Dog sitting in your home

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Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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Looking for someone to look after my 3 year old labrador for 2 weeks in your home while I’m overseas.. I’m located in Prahran so somewhere not too far away. He’s very friendly with all humans and other pets. 22nd of February to 7th of March.

Ryan looked after my dog for two weeks whilst I was overseas kept me updated with photos daily and took great care of my dog would highly recommend!

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Elwood VIC, Australia

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Hello! I have two beautiful low fuss cats (8 years old) that need to be watched over from 10am - 3pm on Tuesday 4th Feb. I have works (an installation) being carried out on my property and think it’ll be easier if the catties are off site for several hours while this is being done. You will need to be able to pick them up and drop them off and host them at your property (to be honest they probably won’t even leave their cat carrier). Please let me know if you are able to do this and if you have any pet (cat) experience! Thank you, Jordan

Will absolutely be using your services again! Thank you so much!

Pet sitting

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Botany NSW 2019, Australia

29th Jan 2025

Pet sitting for 4 days while I am away Friday - Monday. Need to be at your place.

Alysha took incredible care of my dog, Honey, for four days, and I couldn’t be happier with her service. She was attentive, communicative, and made sure Honey felt comfortable and loved while I was away. I received regular updates and photos, which gave me complete peace of mind. Honey came back happy and well- cared for. I highly recommend Alysha to anyone looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter. Thanks again, Alysha!