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Dog sitting
£40
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
17th Oct 2024
We are running away to get married and need someone to look after my one year old terrier for 1 hour. Gloucester town centre Xmas eve from 1.45-2.45
Dog sitter or walker
£60
Ferrybridge Hill, West Yorkshire
10th Oct 2024
Pet sitting or dog walking for 2-3 days
Dog sitting
£5
Sunnyside, Northamptonshire
1st Oct 2024
I need someone to come in and let the dog out in the garden to use the Toliet and to clean up Any mess made by dog
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Taking your dog with you to all your trips and errands would be great, but sadly, that’s not possible. The best alternative? Making sure your pet is well-cared for and loved, even while you’re out. And while you could probably get a relative or friend to watch over your dog, wouldn’t it be great if you got someone who would be solely dedicated to your pet’s care? That’s where Airtasker's dog sitting service comes in.
When you request a dog sitter via Airtasker, you get to work with dog sitters in your area who are reviewed and rated by fellow pet owners in your community. This is better than having a relative, friend, or random neighbour watch over your dog, especially if they're not that familiar with pets themselves.
Taskers can also try to tailor-fit their rates to your needs and budget, so you're more likely to get a loving and trusted (yet pocket-friendly) sitter. Ready to book a dog sitter near you? Tap the “Post a task” button to get started.
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Top Dog Sitting related questions
The average cost of dog sitting is £10 per hour
, and this could go higher or lower. Check out our cost guide for more information.
You can find a home dog sitting service in minutes through Airtasker! When you tap the “Post a task” button, you’ll be asked to indicate all the details of your task - how many pets, when you’ll be out, your location, your budget, your pet’s needs, etc. Then, wait for the offers to come in. Pick the one that best fits your needs, then tap to confirm your appointment. It’s that easy!
Here are some things you should check on before you set a dog and house sitting appointment:
Your dog’s supplies
Detailed instructions for your sitter, including administration of medication
Toys and treats for your pet
The fence, yard, and home security systems
A tour of the house for your sitter, including where the leash & carrier are kept, cleaning supplies, and the thermostat
Contact information your sitter may need including your own, the landlord’s, and your vet
Have ample preparations for your dog, your home, and your sitter. This includes making sure your pet and the sitter are comfortable with each other, conducting an interview with your sitter prior to the stay, and keeping communication lines open while you’re out. Make it a point to know your sitter’s operating policies as well, so there won’t be any confusion that could cause discomfort for the sitter or your pet.
While the details may vary depending on your pet/s’ needs, here are some basic questions to get the ball rolling with your puppy sitter:
What dog sitting experience do you have?
Do you have business credentials?
Do you have any training related to pet care?
How do you deal with two dogs fighting each other?
Can we see how you get along with my dog?
Do you have a written contract or agreement?
The advantage of in-home dog sitting is that your dog is the sole focus of the sitter. They won’t have to adjust to a new environment, or risk catching diseases. But, pet sitting usually means having to make your pet adjust to a stranger in the home. Plus, your dog misses out on a chance to socialise. Either way, it’s advisable to do research on the sitter or daycare and work closely with them to ensure the well-being of your pet.
While this may vary from Tasker to Tasker, some may offer both dog and house sitting services (for a higher fee, of course). This is an advantage since your house will retain that “lived in” look that can help keep burglars away. If you’d like to find dog and house sitters near you, tap the “Post a task” button to get started!
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What does dog sitting near me include?
Airtasker’s dog sitting service covers the typical things you’d do for your pet in a day: feeding them, playing with them, cleaning up their mess, and giving them lots of affection. While the specifics may vary from Tasker to Tasker, and depend on your pet’s own needs, here are the things that you can expect a dog sitter to do.
Puppy collection and delivery
Your puppy sitter can arrange for the collection and delivery of your puppy. A puppy sitter or pet transport service can collect your pup. Then, when you get home from your trip, the sitter can bring your pup back to you.
Feeding & administering medication
Your puppy sitter relies on your detailed instructions for feeding your pet, providing enough water, and giving them their vitamins and medicine (if applicable). Make sure you have enough supplies before you leave, whether it’s kibble, canned food, home-cooked meals, or raw food. Make sure your sitter is familiar with food prep and portioning. Be clear about what food you allow your dog to eat, and what they’re allergic to.
If your pet is on a special diet, make sure your sitter is informed. The same goes for medication - prepare written instructions and review them verbally before you leave. Don’t just rely on a note on the counter! Good preparation is essential to making sure your pet stays healthy even while you’re out.
Cleaning up pet mess
Puppy sitting also includes cleaning up a pet’s mess. Let your Tasker know your dog’s signal for when they need to “go”, your pet’s usual spot, and how you usually handle dog mess. Make sure your sitter also knows where the cleaning supplies are kept, in case your dog can’t make it to their spot.
Exercise and playtime
Your pet sitter also makes sure your pet/s get enough exercise, playtime, and even training while you’re out. Let your puppy sitter know if they can take your dog on walks while you’re out, and how often this needs to be done. If you have any rules for walks, such as cleaning the paws afterwards or avoiding a rowdy neighbour dog, make sure you tell your sitter about these. Your puppy sitter also makes sure that your pet stays secure at all times, whether inside or outside your property.
Pets, cuddles, and TLC
Your pet will need all the love they can get while you’re out for a friend’s wedding or week-long business trip. Your dog sitter makes sure your pooch gets petted and cuddled regularly. Let your puppy sitter know if they can give your pet treats, and how many they can have per day. Ideally, your pet and the Tasker have met prior to the puppy sitting appointment, so your Tasker will be able to pet and scratch your dog in all their favourite spots.
Puppy grooming
Grooming may include brushing your puppy’s fur and trimming their nails. To avoid overwhelming your puppy, the puppy sitter may brush your puppy’s coat a few minutes at a time throughout the day. If you want to come home to a fresh-smelling pup and a clean house, go ahead and book a sofa cleaning or house cleaning service on our platform as well!
Updates on your pet
If pet updates are part of your Tasker’s arrangement, you can expect an email or message from your sitter on a regular basis. In case of emergencies, you can have your sitter call a relative in the area or your vet - just to make sure your dog is alright.
Recent Dog Sitting tasks
Dog sitting
£350
Bedford Place, Hampshire
10th Sep 2024
3 days including overnight dog sitting
Dog sitting
£15
New Southgate, Greater London, N11
29th Aug 2024
Small dog sitting friendly can drop local in southgate and pick up from 6am to 11pm
Dog sitting - day and overnight - 13th to 23rd August
£80
Cherry Hinton, Cambridgeshire
6th Aug 2024
Hi, I'm in need of a dog sitter for my 3 year old beagle Klaus. This would be for 13th to 23rd August and unfortunately my budget is relatively low as I am low income :( He's a very friendly loveable dog and is great with people, dogs and cats. I would need someone to be with him during the day and night and of course you will have access to my large 1 bed flat in Cambridge City
Dog sitter needed
£120
Loughton, Essex, IG10
1st Aug 2024
Need a sitter for my dog from 24th to 30th august
Dog sitters
£40
Spring Park, Greater London
15th Jul 2024
I need a dog sitter for the 21st of July 2024
Dog Sitter and Luxury Cook Needed for Lord Beef
£100
West Kensington, Greater London, W14
15th Jul 2024
My dog Lord Beef is just over a year old and has lots of lovely energy. Someone can enjoy free accommodation for the week in a luxury apartment in London, along with £100 a day to feed Beef with freshly cooked evening meals (I will provide the food) and make sure he is happy and gets lots of attention while I'm away for a week.
Dog sitter
£25
South Littleton, Worcestershire
30th May 2024
Walk and feed 1 dog Feed 1 cat
Dog sitting
£25
Pont Y Bryn Hurt, Powys
11th May 2024
To live in the home, walk two dogs 2x per day between 30-60 mins per walk, 8.30ambreakfast 1pm a lunch chew and 5.30 meds and 6.30dinner meals for dogs including medications for the older one, then anoher short walk before bed and meds for the older dog at bedtime
Need dog sitter
£20
Sopwell, Hertfordshire
10th May 2024
I need a dog sitter for three days a week. Tue, Wed , Thursday. I have a Cocker spaniel ( working type). If close, can drop her in the morning by 7:30am and collected by 4pm . Very gentle and friendly, Toilet trained, good with other dogs of the same size (medium - 10kg). Price quoted as budget is for a day.
Outside dog sitter/carer
£50
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1
18th Apr 2024
Someone to look after a dog, maybe 2 for the weekend. Happy to do trial days. Pomsky and maybe a pomeranian
Dog sitting
£25
Bracebridge, Lincolnshire
4th Apr 2024
Stay over Keep dogs separate Give medication Walk
Responsible loving dog sitter for 3 nights
£250
Old Trafford, Greater Manchester
19th Mar 2024
I’m looking for a confident, responsible and experienced, dog-loving pet sitter to look after my 3 lovely (and very lively) dogs in my home for 4 days, 3/4 nights so that I can go to visit my very elderly father who is very frail and has been in hospital. Start date 2nd April 2024.
Dog sitting for 5 days
£80
Upper Tooting, Greater London
19th Mar 2024
Dog looking after either in my house or at a dog sitter
Dog Sitting At Your Home
£300
Worsbrough Common, South Yorkshire
3rd Mar 2024
Hey! For Monday's, Tuesday's and Thursday's, for 4 weeks.. I need dog sitting at your home for my 2 x Australian Shepherds. They'll also need to walk them for about 1 to 1.5 hours during the day or just a lot of play time :-) I need to drop them off at around 8am each day and pick them up at round 7.15pm (though happy to discuss them staying with you on the Monday night as well, as an option if doable) Ideally you will have a garden and won't have other dogs. Niilo and Jelle are really friendly dogs but they have a lot of energy and need an experienced handler and someone who can be with them during the day, as in an unfamiliar home it wouldn't be great for them to be left alone for very long. Starting from Monday 22nd January, 12 days in total - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 22 January 2024
Dog sitter
£100
Rawreth Shot, Essex
11th Feb 2024
My dog suffers from separation anxiety need someone to sit with her whilst at work
DOG SITTING FOR LONG WEEKEND
£40
Eaglescliffe, Durham
4th Feb 2024
Dog sitting, dog walker and watering plants - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 5 April 2024
Dog Sitter for a day
£65
Croydon, Greater London
31st Jan 2024
Looking for someone to sit with my 3 miniature dachshunds at my house for around 9 hours while I go to a wedding. They are very sweet and playful. We have a garden so there wouldn't be a need to take them out. Just keep them company and play with them. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 12 February 2024