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Recent Dog Sitting reviews in Melbourne
Super friendly with kelpies looking forward to working with you more 🐕🙂
Dog Sitter
$40
10/10 service thank you fiona!
Dog sit - 5 days
$25
Reliable and caring. Thanks for looking after my dog☺️
Looking for a dog sitter
$250
Great communication! Thanks Sil & family for look after my dog.
Dog sitting
$150
Prue was fantastic! She looked after my dog while I attended a wedding and he had such a great time ☺️
Dog sitting at my place in South Melb
$250
Kevin looked after our dog Kona for 10 days over the Xmas/new year break. At short notice he was super easy to communicate with. Kona had a wonderful stay and was cared for extremely well and came home very happy and relaxed. Thanks so much Kevin!
Dog Sitting at your home
$500
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$150
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$262
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What do dog sitting services include?
Airtasker’s dog sitting service can be straightforward. 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 in Melbourne
Looking for a dog sitter
$250
Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
10th Aug 2026
hi everyone, looking for someone to look after my gfs dog while i take her away for a 4-5 days toilet trained - preferably goes every 2-4. hours but he gets bladder issues if he holds longer then 5 hours.. he’s 2 years 7 months loves cuddles, wants to be close to you but will also leave you alone if you need space gets fed 2x a day but dinner is less will give food for the stay, he eats mostly raw and veg, he gets some treats in between like frozen chicken feet and drumsticks etc…. not too many.. he’s very spoiled loves to sleep, will play and get zoomies if at a dog park, has a lot of energy. he has training markers like “good”and “yes” for release… will test you though be firm. will show you beforehand he’s a mummas boy for sure but loves everyone
Dog sitting at carer's house
$15
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
5th Aug 2026
Looking for a dog sitter for my dog. Food, treats, bed, all extras provided.
Dog Sitter for a week
$175
Melbourne VIC, Australia
12th Jul 2026
Looking for a dog sitter fir a week from the 13th to the 20th I have a kelpie x she is trained and friendly walks on lead and listens to command
Puppy sitter to stay for one month in August
$800
South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
12th Jul 2026
My partner and I are thinking of getting a puppy but we are both doctors. We would like someone to stay with us for a month to help with toilet training overnight so we can sleep as we can’t be tired the following day because of what we do, and also for 2-4 days a week depending on our rosters be at home with the puppy.
Dog sitter
$25
St Kilda, Victoria
6th Jul 2026
I'm looking for someone to look after my beautiful 6 year old blue staffy at their place while I'm away traveling. He's extremely friendly and playful, may jump on strangers out of excitement. Preferably have him indoors at all times. He's good to be kept alone at home with no issues. If no backyard available, 2 walks a day minimum, ideally 3 is preferable. Preferably no young kids or other pets around. 25/night
Dog sitter for my German Shorthaired Pointer
$50
VIC, Australia
6th Jul 2026
I’m looking got someone to dog sit my 6 year old German Shorthaired Pointer for 8 weeks while I’m overseas from mid August. I’d prefer her to live in with someone else during this period, as my place is very small, so she usually comes to work with me daily. The rate is of course negotiable. I do not know how much it should cost.
Dog sitting at my place from 10am to 5pm
$50
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
25th Jun 2026
Hi, Looking for someone to watch my dog Mac from 10am to 5pm this Saturday at my place.
Dog sitter
$35
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
12th Jun 2026
Hi, I have to be somewhere between 11:30am-4:30pm tomorrow. We only have our dog Mac recently from the shelter so he can't be alone yet. I'm looking for a dog sitter who would come to our apartment and just accompany our dog Mac while I'm away. I will take him out before I leave, so you won't need to go out, just chill at our place until I'm back. I'll make sure we have a pizza and some snacks for your lunch.
Kylie did an amazing job taking care of my dog.
Dog sitter
$75
Travancore VIC, Australia
11th Jun 2026
I need a dog sitter that can look after my 1y/o puppy overnight. (Wednesday night 20/5, pick up at 9pm Thursday I can drop him off and pick him up.
Bhavaani is amazing. She took care of my dog really well, excellent communication!
Dog sitter
$75
Travancore VIC, Australia
11th Jun 2026
I need a dog sitter that can look after my 1y/o puppy overnight. (Wednesday night 20/5, pick up at 9pm Thursday I can drop him off and pick him up.
Dog Sitter
$175
Melbourne VIC, Australia
18th May 2026
Need my dog looked after for a week She is trained Listens to command Walks on lead Good with other dogs / kids
Excellent tasker my dog was looked after so well
Ongoing dog sitting
$10
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
17th May 2026
Hi there, Have put in min budget as unsure on pricing so please make offers We have a gorgeous 1-year-old Cavoodle named Rosie 😊 Two days a week, we are looking for someone to drop in and hang out with her at our home while we’re both in the office. She’s a very easy, affectionate dog who mainly just loves company and a bit of playtime. This would suit someone studying or working remotely as you’re more than welcome to use our wifi and work/study from the house while keeping Rosie company. Just wanting to get an understanding of availability, thoughts and general pricing. Thank you!
Great help lovely girl
Need dog sitter for my two Shihtzus 15-17th May
$150
Brunswick East VIC, Australia
11th May 2026
I need a dog sitter for my two shihtzus from Friday 15th May to Sunday 17th May Needs to be at the tasker’s place. Can you please send me your quotes?
I left my two shihtzus with Charlie. He and his partner looked after my dogs amazingly that they didn’t want to come back home :) Would highly recommend.
Looking for a dog sitter tn to be hosted at a home
$200
Elwood VIC, Australia
9th May 2026
need my dog looked after u til tmmr evening. pure bread beagle 7 years old
ruth was very easy to deal with. got everything sorted out last minute due to a family emergency. highly recommend ruth to anyone needing a dog sitter :)
Need a dog sitter for tn
$100
Elwood VIC, Australia
8th May 2026
need a dog sitter tn around elwood
Looking for a dog sitter for the day + wash
$150
Elwood VIC, Australia
23rd Apr 2026
looking for a dog sitter for my 7 year old beagle + a wash for 1 day/night. he’s a loving dog calm, loves a good cuddle. pharaoh has a lot of separation anxiety and need a sitter to look after him while me and my gf are out of town for the day.
Dog sitting
$10
Melbourne VIC, Australia
10th Apr 2026
take care of my dog for 5 days
Overnight dog sitting at sitter’s home this Saturday night
$50
Richmond VIC, Australia
20th Feb 2026
Hello, we’re looking for someone to look after our 8-year-old spoodle for one night this Saturday (21/2/2026) at your place. We’re hosting a house party and want to make sure he’s safe and not overwhelmed. He’s a friendly dog who enjoys a walk & then is happy to relax. No behavioural issues, and he’s great with kids. Details: - Pick up from Richmond 3121: Saturday 21/2 around lunchtime (flexible) - Drop off: Sunday 22/2 around lunchtime (flexible) - We’ll provide his food - No medication required - Ideally someone who won’t leave him alone for extended periods We’d love someone with experience & good reviews. Happy to answer any questions beforehand. Please let me know your experience & your rate. Thanks!
Olivia was great! I would highly recommend her for any other work.
Dog sitting
$500
St Kilda East VIC, Australia
6th Feb 2026
Hello! I’m looking for someone to look after my dogs from Feb 9th for a week. Charlie is a black lab and Buster is a cavalier. This has potential to extend for a month or so if it works for both parties.
Outstanding job highly recommend
Dog Sitter Needed – 1yo French Bulldog (Richmond) – Tomorrow 10am–9pm
$60
Richmond VIC, Australia
25th Jan 2026
Dog Sitter Needed – 1yo French Bulldog (Richmond) – Tomorrow 10am–9pm (MONDAY, JAN 26TH) Hi there! 😊 I’m looking for someone to look after my adorable 1-year-old Frenchie tomorrow from 10:00am to 9:00pm. Ideally you’re located close to Richmond, as we’ll need him picked up in the morning, and we can collect him on our way home in the evening. He’s super friendly and easy to look after — just needs company, a couple of short walks, and some cuddles 🐶 Please let me know your availability and where you’re based. Thanks!