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Alessandrio did an excellent job cleaning our fish tank! He was professional, thorough, and left the tank in a much better condition. His attention to detail and care for the fish were truly impressive. Highly recommend his services!

Professional Fish Tank Cleaner Needed for One-Off Service

$100

A pleasure to deal with. Great communication, completed job perfectly.

Feed my cat at my house in Aspley for 7 days

$100

Carla was fantastic! I short notice needed a house/puppy/kitten sitter and had a few offers but Carla stood out with her warm nature and good reviews. We quickly had a phone call and felt immediately at ease with leaving her with my home and fur babies. Will definitely be using again in the future. Thanks Carla

House/Pet Sitting

$300

Best experience ever. Maya took care of our dog for a long weekend and it was just perfect 🙂. She kept us updated with photos and videos, took him to parks and beaches. She also has a beautiful secured backyard. If you are looking for someone who loves and takes care of animals I’d recommend Maya.

Dog sitting 5-6-7-8 of September

$5

Estella is amazing! Kind, friendly, professional and does great work. Our dogs loved her. Definitely recommend.

Mobile Dog Groomer– Monthly Grooming & Fortnightly Washes for 4 dogs!

$160

Did a great job at grooming my two ragdolls. Super knowledgeable, kind and hard working. Would recommend highly. Both my cats are happy and clean.

Cat grooming for 2 ragdoll cats

$150

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Great service, fast, easy, very reliable! Thanks Meg.

Pet boarding

$250

Very Happy, Krystal really took care, she is really good

Pet boarding

$60

Thank you Ana for looking after Mia. You've done a great job and thank you for taking her to the beach. Wishing you safe travels and happiness while you stay here.

Pet boarding for a few hours

$40

Thank you Gemma for looking after our little Cinnamon. He was in good hands and will definitely book u in future. Thanks from Mohammed ,farisha, Samaah , Ahyaan and little Cinnamon

Pet boarding

$80

Demi kept our dog for 3 nights when we were away. She was very easy to talk to and quick to respond. She sent us photos assuring us that our puppy was fine. We would recommend everyone to avail her services.

Pet Boarding

$50

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Pet boarding for a bearded dragon, 21-28 days

$350

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Looking for pet care services to help with looking after your pet? Many pets need a high level of care and attention, and it can be tricky to manage these needs on your own if you’re away, working long hours, or going through a busy phase of life. Fortunately, there are plenty of pet lovers who are happy to provide pet care in your area and help keep your furry, feathered, or scaley friend happy and healthy.

Whether you need pet sitting, grooming, or walking, booking your pet services is easy on Airtasker. Simply post your task and you’ll soon get offers from pet lovers near you who are ready to help. You can find pet sitters, pet food delivery services, and even pet boarding on our platform.

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Top Pet Care related questions

The average cost of pet services on Airtasker is $15 to $140, but it could cost more or less than this. The price of your pet care services will depend on the service you need, what kind of pet you have, and how much time is needed to complete your task. For instance, the rates for hiring dog sitters can range from $15 to $100. The cost of dog walkers can range from $20 to $50. Specify the task you need to get the best quote for pet care in your area. 

Pet carers can help with all aspects of keeping your pet happy and healthy so you have peace of mind even when you're away from home or unable to look after your beloved pets. Depending on your pet, services can include feeding, exercising, grooming, cleaning/washing, pet sitting, or doggy day care.

Pet carers generally take care of dogs or cats, but many are experienced in a wide range of animals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, horses, goats, chickens, ducks, rodents, fish, and reptiles.

No qualifications are necessary to be a pet carer, but a love for animals and a caring personality helps. Pet sitters or anyone looking after animals may need Public Liability insurance. You may find a pet care provider who has done pet-minding courses to formalise their experience. It's recommended to do a background check before hiring a Tasker for pet care in your area. 

It depends on whether your pet care is happening at home or in a new environment. Usually, if your pet is being cared for at your home, they’ll use their existing items (like leashes, collars, and feeding bowls). But if your service provider is caring for the pet in a new environment or using special tools (like grooming tools), they’ll usually use their own.

Hiring pet services means your pet can still get the care and attention it needs when you’re away on holidays, working, or just too busy. Your pet can get the companionship and care they need to be happy and healthy.

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In most cases, no. The pet boarding specialist brings years of experience and has honed their skills by boarding many different species of pets, each with different temperaments and needs. You can expect your hired specialist to have all the tools and equipment ready, although you can supply items that can help make their job easier - this can include your pet’s favourite blanket, toys or treats to keep them from feeling stressed during their stay. 

That depends on how long you’ve scheduled your pet for its boarding services. The service begins as soon as you drop off your pet at the pet boarding facility then ends when you retrieve them or have them fetched. This can take a minimum of a day to a couple of weeks, depending on how long you’ve booked your pet for its stay at the boarding facility. 

Yes! If you offer pet boarding services and need hired hands, you can hire a Tasker to help. You can find Taskers for this and other related tasks like pet grooming, pet transport, pet feeding, and pet sitting services. It’s possible to hire Taskers even for complex and unusual jobs like drone repair. There’s always an experienced Tasker standing by for hire. Just make a post with all the essential details to attract suitable Taskers. 

The usual approach is to use a search engine and pore through many other websites, but there’s a faster, more convenient way: sign up on Airtasker and make a post on our platform. Potential dog boarding experts will ask about your pet, what sort of care you want for them and give you a free quote. You can see reviews and ratings on them before you hire one, and negotiate the price.

No, you can find pet boarding facilities and expert service providers for other species as well. There are pet boarding facilities and services that specialise in many species like birds, snakes, lizards or other reptiles. You may even see boarding facilities exclusive to rabbits and guinea pigs! The key to finding the right boarding service is to make a post on Airtasker. Just include all the details about your pet and the sort of care you want for them. 

If the pet boarding facility is nearby, schedule a visit to see the facility and bring your pet along. Ask the staff about their services and observe how the other pets are treated. Look for attentive, caring staff, adequate living space, and that the pets get enough ventilation, food and water. On Airtasker, pet boarding services have reviews and ratings; you can also see comments from past clients for your peace of mind

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

House Pet sitter

$500

Thorneside QLD 4158, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Caring for 2x dogs (Malinois) and 2x Cats in our home for 7 nights. Main requirements are to provide food, water and companionship to the four animals, and randomly refereeing the cats (unfortunately the cats don't like each other - however the dogs happily interact with both cats just fine). Must also be willing to provide daily cleaning of cat litter boxes. Walking the dog's is not essential.

Dog grooming needed

$100

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Looking for a mobile dog groomer, full wash, no shedding. Need a good nail trim also. A quiet and shy greyhound. Short hair.

Dog sitter - Groodle 6 months Old 22nd July - 7 Sep

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

12th Jul 2025

We need a place to leave our pet pup for a week duration. She’s our 6-month-old standard Groodle who’s full of love, energy, and cuddles. We’re going away for 6 weeks and would love some We’re based in Donnybrook but we’re happy to travel, and Nala is fully vaccinated, toilet trained, and gets along great with other dogs. Thanks in advance —

Pet sitter

$20

Beacon Hill NSW, Australia

12th Jul 2025

I need a pet sitter for accommodation exchange in Cromer, Northern Beaches for 16 days starting on 2 August. Keep the pets (1 dog and 1 cat) company but free to come and go in the day. Sleep in daily and daily dog walk with 1 Pug.

Friendly bull vet

$250

Meldale QLD 4510, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Last vet said it was a Midge related infection. Gave oral antibiotics and he did start to come right but has relapsed. Vet did say he needed needles but i wasnt confident in doing. Hes a big pet. Will be in crush now for injections.

Feed two friendly cats

$40

Albert Park VIC, Australia

12th Jul 2025

We need someone today to come and feed our very friendly two cats - all food/litter is already there just need to be put out

Caroline was fantastic! Very easy to communicate with and got the job done quickly including images of the completed task - she’s also great with animals 😊

Pet Sitting

$200

Warrimoo, New South Wales

12th Jul 2025

Pet sitting two mini daschunds from Tuesday 22nd until Friday 24th. July. Outside dogs. They like to go for a walk each day. Doesn't have to be long. Need to have secure fencing, etc.

Fish tank relocation - this afternoon

$400

Oran Park NSW 2570, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Hey everyone I need a Red Sea 500L fish tank moved today from Oran Park to Stanhope Gardens. The fish tank has water, some rocks and also some fish however the rocks and fish and some water will be separated for the transportation. The set up is as displayed in the photos and it comes apart in three sections for transport. I am looking to get it picked up from Oran Park and delivered to Stanhope Gardens today. I need someone who will take a lot of care as it’s a fragile glass tank. Any removalist will be able to do it - will take 2 people to lift it The tank is ready to go Please message me if you can do this today Thanks

Help with groceries & feeding pet

$60

Patterson Lakes VIC, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Travel to Monash Hospital Clayton Pick up House key, Drop by Coles to purchase grocery for the pet And head to Patterson Lake to feed & ensure their welfare And return key back to Monash Hospital Clayton - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JZY8ZKBF69V2FSJPWZNH0N4V

He’s great! Efficient and ensures he covers everything. Great communicator

Wash my dogs blankets

$30

St Marys NSW, Australia

10th Jul 2025

I need my dogs blankets washed pick up and drop off

Very helpful with my requests, pick up and delivered items quickly. So thankful

Fish tank clean and a small amount of aqua scaping.

$100

Kogarah NSW, Australia

10th Jul 2025

Hi there! I'm looking for someone to help clean and refresh my fish tank. 100L Job details: - Clean the inside glass of the tank - Perform a 25% water change - Tidy substrate and remove debris - Light aquascaping (e.g. trim plants) - Check filter condition (no servicing required) Tank type: Freshwater Location: Kogarah Happy to engage in ongoing cleaning. Please bring your own tools/siphon if possible. Let me know your experience, availability, and rates. Thanks!

My fish tank now looks amazing! Thank you so much.

Collect dog crohamhust and take to Windsor Brisbane

$200

Crohamhurst QLD, Australia

9th Jul 2025

Collect 4 yo labrador/ poodle and the to home in Windsor

Wonderful prompt very capable

Clean my aquarium

$100

Carramar NSW, Australia

6th Jul 2025

Aquarium with five gold fish in it Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: None Number of bathrooms: None Equipment and supplies: I can provide

Very good job and good communication

Small dog - Wash, cut, dry, nails cut, ears cleaned.

$140

Rozelle NSW, Australia

6th Jul 2025

I have just had a knee operation and I’m not able to take my dog to the groomers. I need someone to come to my place. She’s a small dog (6.5 kilos) and needs a hair cut, nails clipped and ears cleaned.

Estella was punctual, friendly and did a fabulous job! I would definitely recommend her to anyone! Celia

Pick up and drop off myself & pup 🐶

$120

Edgecliff NSW, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Pick up Edgecliff and drop off Caves Beach.

Wonderful help and service, great conversation and communication. Highly recommend Andrew!

Mind my bunny for 24 hours

$50

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

4th Jul 2025

Looking for someone to mind my mini lop rabbit for 24 hours. Two mini hutches, water dish, toys, food, litter trays and mat provided.

Yasser was super lovely and easy to deal with, and did an amazing job taking care of my bunny. Thank you so much 🙏🏽

Fish tank maintenance

$100

Bundall QLD, Australia

3rd Jul 2025

I have a 750 litre fresh water tank in my fitness facility with 6 sponge filter I’d like to be serviced and cleaned every month

Fantastic working with Chris definitely will be in touch for the next job

Urgent pet sitting job this afternoon

$40

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

1st Jul 2025

I am looking for a reliable person to help me Pet Sit my Dog between 1 pm and 6 pm on Wednesday This would be an ongoing opportunity on multiple days. He is an easy-going dashhound who is just anxious on his own and needs company so you could literally just sit around and do your thing. Take him out for a walk from time to time pretty cruisy Work. He has had back problems so somebody with attention to detail and who is gentle is essential. I’m in potts point

Millie was very friendly and helpful in completing my task. She communicated promptly and was punctual and did a great job. Will use again. Highly recommend.

Dog sitter

$70

Jindabyne NSW, Australia

28th Jun 2025

Looking for someone who might be able to have my kelpie Arnold for the day whilst we go up to Perisher. His regular place was full. He is fine with most dogs except Staffies but mainly loves humans and will lay at your feet all day for a pat. Loves a run or a walk. Storm phobic but none predicted. I’m only up the mountain if any issues I can come back down. He can be a Houdini and jump most fencing so ideally someone who can be with him do the day. He hasn’t jumped colourbond for several weeks as put on a little bit of weight but can’t guarantee he won’t.

Maria saved our day! Communication was great and was flexible to be able to help us out. Lovely person and Arnold had a great day! No stress and worked perfectly

Fish tank clean and maintenance

$250

Nambour QLD, Australia

25th Jun 2025

I’ve bought a house that came with a fishtank and I need to learn how to care for it. I’m looking for someone to come and clean the take and change the water, while also showing me how to do so for myself in future. I’d also appreciate advice on any changes that might be needed to best care for the fish.

Awesome service, thank you!

Recent Pet Boarding tasks

Pet boarding for 3yr rabbit

$200

Sydney, New South Wales

20th Apr 2025

Seeking a pet sitter in Sydney to temporarily care for my friendly 3-year-old male rabbit, Stanley, from April 21st to May 19th. He's very interactive and gets along well with other animals. Ideally, you'd have a secure indoor space like an apartment balcony or study room, as Stanley is used to free-roaming indoors. I'll provide all his litter and dry food and happily reimburse you for any extra supplies. My previous pet-sitting arrangements fell through unexpectedly, which makes things super difficult. I can drop Stanley off at your doorstep anywhere in Sydney at a time that suits you best today. Im currently on a medical rotation, working rurally, so I’d be grateful for your help!

Pet boarding during holidays

$10

Bardia NSW, Australia

10th Mar 2025

Pet onboarding. If you’re ready to do the task, reply and we can talk on the exact rates. 15month old male Labradoodle, socialised and vaccinated. Need onboarding services during Easter break. April 22-May05. Food will be provided. Preferably people with large backyard and have other dogs.

Pet boarding services for my pet Rottweiler for $25 a day

$25

Wattle Grove NSW, Australia

22nd Feb 2025

My pet rottie can picked up or drop off on Monday 24/2 to Wednesday 26/2

Pet boarding Pomeranian

$200

Chatswood, New South Wales

21st Feb 2025

Need to board my mini Pomeranian at your place , he’s neutered and pee tray trained . He doesn’t walk very much but just happy to be around in the house . I will supply all needs 21 April to 29april

Pet boarding training

$400

Mount Druitt NSW, Australia

5th Jan 2025

Would like 4 month old staffy to be boarded and train for a week or so for obedience

Pet boarding

$20

Ingleburn, New South Wales

27th Dec 2024

Hi I am traveling overseas and need someone to mind my dog from their home while I'm away . He is very friendly easy going and low maintenance. Doesn't need much attention just to be fed and looked after.

Pet boarding

$20

Ingleburn, New South Wales

26th Dec 2024

Going overseas for a week need a dog boarder. Preferably someone who obviously loves dogs.His name is Canaan he is a very friendly family dog. Low maintenance dog doesn’t need much required just needs food and water and abit of attention.

Pet boarding for a 3yr old Rottie, 5 nights, $40-$65 budget

$40

Ingleburn NSW, Australia

26th Dec 2024

Pet boarding for my 3yr old Rottweiler, he is very calm and friendly, I’m going away overseas for 5 days, I can provide food and also transport to where you are. Travel dates are Sunday 29th Dec to Thursday 2nd Jan. looking for a budget between $40-$65 per night

Pet Boarding 27/12 - 06/01

$250

Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th Dec 2024

We’re looking for pet boarding for 27/12 - 06/01 as our friend who is currently looking after our 2 dogs will be away on those dates. Thanks Paula

Pet boarding

$80

Cranbourne VIC, Australia

6th Dec 2024

ooking for Pet Boarding for Baaghi – 28th December to 1st January I’m looking for a reliable and caring pet sitter to look after my 2-year-old American Bully, Baaghi, from 28th December to 1st January. Baaghi is desexed and quite shy but very sweet. Care details: Walks: One walk per day in the morning (6:00-7:30 AM, flexible) Meals: Twice daily (kibble with peanut butter & egg yolks for breakfast, chicken thighs for dinner) Sleeping: Comfortable sleeping outside on wet play sand Baaghi needs someone who can provide a calm and loving environment during this time. Please let me know if you’re available to look after him!

Pet boarding 1 Labrador 17 nights at your house

$450

Camira QLD, Australia

30th Nov 2024

We are going away 30 December to 16 January. (17 nights). Looking for a dog lover to host our Labrador at their house. She lives with 5 children, a lorikeet, and chickens and geese so she is very placid. We will provide food 😀

Pet Boarding Labrador 1 Month

$550

Schofields NSW, Australia

27th Nov 2024

Looking for a pet-friendly person in minding dog. We are looking for this service from December 15th, until January 21st. Our Labordor is a very lovely and friendly 3yr old Male. We live near Schofields Station.

Pet Boarding from 27/12 - 06/01

$250

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

24th Nov 2024

Need someone to petsit our 2 lovely dogs from 27/12 to 01/06. No daily walk needed. We will be providing our own food. Note boarding will be at your place. Great for someone who’s working from home and need the extra cash.

Pet Boarding or Pet Sitting

$780

Harrison ACT, Australia

19th Nov 2024

Hi We need assistance with minding our pet between 24.12.24 to 04.01.2025

Pet boarding for my Australian Shepherd over Christmas/NYE

$300

Newtown NSW, Australia

11th Nov 2024

I need pet boarding for my lovely Aussie Shepherd, Dutch. 23rd Dec - 1st Jan. Preferably someone local to Newtown.

Pet boarding

$5

Cranbourne East VIC, Australia

22nd Aug 2024

Hi , I am posting an Ad for my friend who is looking to go to India for a couple months. Dates she will be away - 1st September till 30th October - 2 months She has two Labradors who are absolutely adorable and is looking for someone to board these beautiful labs into their home while they are away. Snoopy - Golden Labrador- 6 years Sakura - Black Labrador - 1 year They are extremely loving and friendly. They love babies as they have been around a baby for the past 2 years. They are very social as well. They will easily mingle with your dogs if you happen to have dogs of your own at your place. Food will be provided for the duration of their stay. Please feel free to ask any questions

Nora is absolutely amazing to talk to. She’s very sweet and is definitely very caring for dogs. She’s got heaps of experience taking care of them . I’ll definitely call her again for the job ❤️

Pet boarding needed for my small dog 8/23rd until 10/9th

$350

Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia

19th Aug 2024

Dog boarding for small dog 23/8 to 10/09

Excellent communication and a very safe environment for our little puppy. L

Pet boarding for my 2 furry pets.

$900

Norwest NSW, Australia

19th Jul 2024

I have a medium size anxious cattle dog and a playful kitten that needs a home while we are away. A house with a garden will be suitable as Abby the dog barks loud. We will supply the pet food. We prefer no children in the household. The pets are indoor pets but can play outside safely. With supervision.

Pet boarding

$150

Drouin VIC, Australia

18th Jun 2024

Needing a reliable dog sitter at your house that can provide references

Pet boarding or sitting

$200

Glenwood NSW, Australia

16th Jun 2024

Hi all, Looking for pet boarding or even pet sitting for my 6 month old staffy X from the period of 2August to 10 August 2024. He is desexed, fully vaccinated, wormed etc. He is energetic so would require daily walks