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Recent Pet Care reviews in Melbourne

Cathie is amazing..patient and kind. My boy loved her and would highly recommend

Home cat groomer

$150

Fantastic haircut. Excellent communication. Thanks Bryan!

Hairdresser/Barber required for mens haircut

$70

So glad we found such a lovely stay for Ace. It was a home away from home for him. Such great care and regular contact with photos and videos really put our minds at ease and was appreciated. Absolutely first class and we will be back. Thanks so much Candice

Dog boarding

$500

Suwie was great with my dog Boston, very kind person and easy to communicate with! Will be using her services again!

Dog sitting (Staffy Puppy)

$100

I could not recommend Peter highly enough! He went above and beyond to make sure my mid-pandemic interstate move was as stress-free as possible. You can tell he genuinely cares about the people and pets he works with. Thank you so much, it wouldn’t have been home without my gross cat ❤️

Pet Cat Courier Melb - Central Coast NSW

$300

Thank you so much James, you did a great job and it was lovely to meet you

Need a haircut

$60

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

Nail clipping and paw trim for cat

$25

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

I need someone to cut my cat’s nails and also do a paw trim

Casual dog minder

$20

Toorak VIC, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Spend time with two small dogs whilst owners absent

Dog sitting in Brunswick area for september

$300

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

22nd Aug 2025

I have two dogs - a very docile 11 year old staffy (Winston) and a nervous rescue terrier who is 8 (Koya). I am going away for September and my partner is required in the office. As she is living in Apollo Bay and working in Brunswick east, we need someone in the Brunswick area to take care of the dogs at theirs a few days a week for the first three weeks of September, until I am back.

Feed two friendly cats

$40

Albert Park VIC, Australia

19th Aug 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

Norma was great to work with! Great communication and did a great job helping out with our cats.

Cat sitting for 1-2 nights

$150

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

19th Aug 2025

I live in Brunswick East in a townhouse with my partner and our lovely cat Millie. We're planning to visit Sydney on September 26-28 as we have a wedding to attend and plan to see some friends and family also. We're looking for someone to cat sit at our house. We have a cozy home full of natural light and all the amenities you need. Millie also is very engaging, friendly and great with strangers. Please let me know if you would be available for these dates and your rate for 2 nights in the offer.

Pet Sitter Needed – (Dog Stays in Your House 21-25/08))

$140

Richmond VIC 3121, Austrália

18th Aug 2025

Hello! I am looking for a sitter for my dog Jazz (Bull Arab mix) from 21–25 Aug in your house. He’s very quiet, playful, low maintenance, sleep and toilet trained. He does his business in the backyard twice per day and only needs one walk a day. Food, bed, toys, and everything he needs will be provided. Offer: $30–$35 per day. Prefer someone experienced with dogs, based around Richmond or South Yarra or near train stations, but flexible if you’re the right fit. Thank you!

Pet Sitting Needed (dog stays with you)

$50

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

16th Aug 2025

Hi there! I’m looking for someone caring and reliable to look after my sweet older dog, Honey, while I’m away. 📅 Dates needed: 18th–24th August (7 days) 5th–13th September (9 days) Honey is very easy-going and spends most of the day sleeping. She just needs: 🐾 A toilet break once a day 🐾 Minimal walking (she’s a senior and doesn’t need much exercise) 🐾 Gentle company, love, and some cuddles She’s calm, friendly, and very low-maintenance — perfect for someone who enjoys relaxed companionship. Ideally, you can care for her in your own home. All food, supplies, and anything she needs will be provided. Since I travel quite often, this could also turn into a long-term partnership if it works well. If you’re a dog lover with experience looking after senior dogs, I’d love to hear from you!

Cat grooming and nail cutting

$220

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

14th Aug 2025

I need my four cats to be groomed and have their nails cut. Would preferably like to have their behinds trimmed if possible This will be an ongoing monthly job Open to offers

Dog groomer

$100

Alphington VIC, Australia

10th Aug 2025

3 year old Cavoodle needs a haircut and wash - must be qualified

Walk 2 dogs & feed once a day sometimes twice

$20

Port Melbourne, Victoria

5th Aug 2025

Take 2 friendly small dogs for a walk once sometimes twice a day & feed them with food supplied & fresh water

Fish tank clean

$150

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

5th Aug 2025

I need my 182L fish tank cleaned, including filters. Located in office building. Has 4 gold fish in it.

Great work by Charlie, tank is looking great!

Move my dog Interstate

$250

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

5th Aug 2025

Deliver 1 year old mini Golden Retriever Dog from Melbourne to Wollongong NSW

Dog wash and groom

$150

Coburg VIC, Australia

5th Aug 2025

White West Highland Terrier (10kg) Wash and haircut

Amazing groomer. Great experience

Walk my dog while I’m at work!

$25

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

18th Jul 2025

My dog will be home alone. You will need to access my apartment near QV/ State Library and take him out for a 30-60min walk anytime between 1130 and 1pm so that he can have a wee/poop and a walk. We would need to have a ‘meet and greet’ so my dog is used to you before you do this without me present. Would suit a student or CBD worker- looking to make this a weekly event during school time for the right person.

Great communication and job done perfectly.

Move my dog from Melbourne to Adelaide

$300

South Ward VIC, Australia

16th Jul 2025

Move my dog from Brunswick melbourne to adelaide. She’s used to travelling interstate in a car.

Very easy to work with and got the job.

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 😊

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