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Recent Pet Care reviews in Melbourne

Jake was on time Put my Kitty litter enclosure together with ease No stress. Pleasant person. I would recommend to anyone. Thankyou so much Jake

Put together a Litter Box

$65

Amazing service with short notice Andrew looked after our Bowser and treated him as his own. Thanks so much. Highly recommended.

Dog sitter

$100

EXCELLENT. Thoughtful and thorough. Definitely booking again. Thank you so much Iman.

Sensor issue with Cat Robot litter

$80

Great job.. highly recommended

Fish tank to be cleaned

$50

Gary was amazing! He went above and beyond and brought my little fellow safely from NSW to VIC! Can't thank him enough!

I need pet transport

$300

Thanks Michael for good work today, recommend him for sure!

Rug cleaning

$120

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

$70 - $250

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$70

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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

Seeking a dog sitter near Melbourne cbd or inner city city

$700

Melbourne VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2025

Hello, I'll be dealing with some accommodation arrangements and in the meantime I am looking for kind person who's traits include dog managing capabilities to care for my dog while I'm away. 1 month, he is able to stay welcomed at your place as a friendly guard dog 700 for 21 days. He is good around other dogs and adults as he was never around kids I'm sure he would be just as friendly. Please message me to arrange.

Dog minding

$30

Armadale VIC, Australia

5th Jun 2025

Hi, we are looking for someone to mind our dog. He is a 3 year old cavoodle. The relevant dates are Sat 28th (late arvo/early evening) to Wed 9th July (early morning) -- ie 11 nights. We will offer $30 per day ie $330. We will provide food. He is toilet trained and good with other dogs (except greyhounds :)

Dog sitting

$60

Essendon VIC, Australia

2nd Jun 2025

Hi, I have a 3 year old Frenchie dog who I want someone to take care of for a couple days from 27th June til 29th June.

Cat nail clipping, She resisted fiercely and didn't let her nails cut.

$70

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

1st Jun 2025

Most time Sasa is a cute clingy and gentle cat. But since one time, She refused to cut her nails, and when she cut her nails, she would struggle uncontrollably. I hope you know how to make cat calm down and train her about this.

1 month of dog sitting

$777

Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2025

Hello, I'll be dealing with some accommodation arrangements and in the meantime I am looking for kind person who's traits include dog managing capabilities to care for my dog while I'm away. 1 month, he is able to stay welcomed at your place as a friendly guard dog at $45 a day. He is good around other dogs and adults as he was never around kids I'm sure he would be just as friendly. Please message me to arrange.

Dog yard for apartments

$100

Southbank VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2025

Puppy yard on a balcony changed monthly

Mobile dog groom

$60

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

31st May 2025

Golden retriever puppy. Wash, dry, nails

Kitten Grooming Service

$80

Southbank VIC, Australia

28th May 2025

We have a domestic medium hair kitten. She needs to be bathed, her nails clipped.

Dog Sitting in Thornbury

$250

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

27th May 2025

I have a lovely little red heeler named Shelby who's just had surgery and I need a hand to look after her during the day at my place when I'm at work (8am to 3pm) this Friday and Saturday. Just need someone to watch her, make sure she isn't jumping up on furniture, that she's staying as still as possible, lets her outside to go to the toilet, give her occasional pats. More than happy if you study/ watch telly/ chill out for the majority of time. I'm close to Penders Park in Thornbury and if you're able to help out that would be great, happy to do a meet and great sometime before. Thanks, Stu.

Ella did an awesome job helping me out and looking after my dog whilst she was recovering from surgery. Ella is a great communicator, reliable, friendly and easy to work with. Would definitely recommend and work with her again in the future.

Groom my Cashmere Rabbit

$150

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

26th May 2025

I have a beautiful cashmere lop rabbit who needs a shave. Looking for experienced groomers

Steam clean sofa

$150

Brunswick VIC, Australia

24th May 2025

I have a 3 seater plus chaise sofa that needs steam cleaning please - you can use my water but you need to bring your own equipment. I live in an apartment with no parking in site but there is parking in nearby streets. I have a dog who will be on his leash but please don’t accept if you’re allergic to dogs. I work from home on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday so it needs to be on one of those days.

Dog Sitting — Gentle, Low-Energy Care 🐾

$100

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

11th May 2025

Hi there! I’m looking for someone to take care of my sweet, older dog Honey while I’m away. 15-21st May 7 days I would prefer someone local around north/west melbourne cbd Honey is very easy-going and sleeps most of the day. She just needs: 🐾 A toilet break once a day 🐾 Minimal walking (she’s a senior and doesn’t need much exercise) 🐾 Some gentle company and love She’s calm, friendly, and low-maintenance — perfect for someone who enjoys a relaxed companion. Ideally, you can look after her in your own home, but I’m open to other arrangements. All food, supplies, and anything she needs will be provided. I travel alot so this potentially can be a longterm partnership. If you’re a dog lover and have experience with older dogs, I’d love to hear from you!

I couldn’t be happier with the care my dog Honey received! Jee Wee was incredibly reliable, attentive, and clearly has a natural way with animals. They kept me updated with regular photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. My dog was relaxed and happy when I got back such a great sign! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet-sitter. Will definitely book again!

Dog groomer (cut my dogs nails please)

$5

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

6th May 2025

Hey Guys, Need helping cutting my dogs nails, don’t really have any experience, hoping you can come to our house with your tools to cut his nails. Large dog very friendly, he’s been neutered. Extremely friendly and harmless, just a little bit energetic sometimes.

Thank you so much!

Pet transfer

$80

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

22nd Apr 2025

I'm looking for someone to transport my cat from Maryborough to Toorak... I am thinking I might use a Google service or collect myself on the weekend, but thought I would check on here first...

Lovely person that did a great job

Cat sitter for 28/3-29/3 at my location in Northcote

$30

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

25th Mar 2025

Looking for a reliable and affordable female cat sitter for this weekend in Northcote.My cat gets fed 1-2x a day for his wet food and needs some playtime/enrichment each day as he is an indoor-only cat. Please leave your rate/day. Has to be at my location. Dates: Friday (only evening) 28/3 Saturday (day and evening) 29/3

Helene was wonderful. Good communication and trustworthy. Took great care of my cat while I was away.

Dog sitting - 5yo choc lab

$15

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 😊

Dog sitting

$50

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th Feb 2025

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

Dog sitting in your home

$400

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

3rd Feb 2025

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!

Pet Sitter

$100

Elwood VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2025

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!

Dog sitting

$150

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

6th Jan 2025

I need to go away for work for a few days and with family away and the dog resort booked out, I need to find another solution last minute. I will be heading to QLD from wednesday until friday this week. Open to house sitting at my place in Ascot Vale if preferred. Pearl is an 11 month old Black & white GSP who is energetic and requires at least an hour of exercise every day.

Jess is a star. Looked after my house and very needy and energetic doggo with no issues. Highly recommend for any jobs.

Recent Pet Boarding tasks in Melbourne

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 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.

Looking for pet boarding for Christmas for my pup

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2022

Not sure my chances on here but I’ve just moved to Melbourne and need someone to look after my little Pomeranian dog. For the 24th 25th 26th and 27th I would need someone to have him at their place I’ll provide everything of course. Anywhere in melb I can drop him. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Pet boarding

$350

Melbourne, VIC

13th Jul 2022

Hi i would like to get dog boarding for my dog from 21 July to 7th August. my dog is 1.5 yo french bulldog. Basic trained. Very friendly. Love to play Dog boarding in ur home.. Food and toys will be provided by me. near Melbourne CBD (Prefer if pickup and drop off provided) Thanks - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 21 July 2022