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No hassles at all.Would recommend

I need pet sitting services

$100

Judith was great with our puppy and he took to her straight away. Great rapport with dogs and came home to a happy puppy. Would recommend

Dog sitting

$65

Great communication, flexible and easy with pick up/drop off. Pup had a great weekend I’m sure! Thanks

Dog sitting

$100

Great job mate. Lovely property

Dog sitter (7-9 may)

$100

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$70 - $290

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Why find a local pet sitter through Airtasker?

Looking for a professional pet sitter? Whether you’re a pet owner planning a holiday or you work long hours, you’ll soon need to find a pet sitter near you to take care of your furry, scaly, and feathered friends. Your pet sitter can pop around to your home on a casual basis to feed and exercise animals. Or you can hire a pet sitter to look after your pets long-term while you travel. Professional pet sitting is a great way to ensure your pets can stay in their usual home environment and you don’t have to pay expensive boarding kennel fees.

Finding a pet sitter is as simple as posting your task on Airtasker. You’ll hear from top-rated local pet sitters who will love your animals just as much as you do.

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Top Pet Sitting related questions

Boarding kennels

can be expensive for you and frightening for your pet. A pet sitter who comes to your home will ensure your pet can stay comfortable in their usual environment and you might even save on fees. Plus, a long-term pet sitter may also be available to help with house sitting while you’re away for long periods of time.

It depends on the arrangement offered by your pet sitter and what you and your pet feel more comfortable with. You might meet with your pet sitter before you commit to help you decide what option will work best for everyone.

No. Pet sitters don’t need a license in Australia, or any specific qualifications.

The best place to find pet sitter is on Airtasker. A good pet sitter will have high ratings, glowing reviews, and evidence of working with happy pet owners in the past.

While the average cost of dog sitters is between $50 and $200 on Airtasker, the exact price will depend on your location, how often you need the service, the number and type of pets, and how much care is needed.

For certain types of tasks, you may need someone who has a specialist licence and also additional insurance. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

What does professional pet sitting include?

Pet sitters will give your pets the practical care they need, as well as love and attention they crave while you’re away. Professional pet sitters are experienced in looking after dogs, cats, birds, chickens, ducks, snakes, rats, mice, guinea pigs, fish, horses, cows, and many more animals. Some ways your pet sitter may help are:

Feeding your pet

Most pets need feeding once or twice a day, plus water checked, changed, and topped up. Your professional pet sitter will make sure your pet has fresh, clean water and that they’re fed on schedule with the right quantities and foods, as specified in your instructions. If your pet has special dietary requirements, you can let your pet sitter know so they can accommodate them. 

Exercising your pet

While some pets get enough exercise from running around their enclosure or yard area, if you have a dog, they’ll probably need regular walks. Whether it’s three times a day or just a couple of times a week, your pet sitter can take your dog for a walk so they stay fit, happy, and healthy while you’re on holidays or working late in the office.

Cleaning up

Don’t come home from your holiday or a long day at work to a messy house, yard, or cage. Your pet sitter can take care of all kinds of pet messes so you don’t have to stress. They’ll pick up dog droppings and dispose of them in the bin, change kitty litter as needed, and replace the newspaper in the bottom of your bird or reptile enclosure. Plus, if you’re on an extended holiday, your pet sitter can help arrange pet grooming services like dog grooming and dog washing.

Catering to special requirements

Do you have a dog with diabetes or cat with cataracts? If your pet needs extra special attention, let your professional pet sitter know. Most pet sitters are experienced in pets with special needs, including daily injections, specific diets, giving oral medications, and more. They can even help arrange visits to the vet if your pet needs some extra care. 

Recent Pet Sitting tasks

Pet sitting for a 3yr old rabbit

$200

Sydney NSW, Australia

23rd Apr 2025

Seeking a pet sitter in Sydney to temporarily care for my friendly 3-year-old male rabbit, Stanley, from April 23rd to May 19th. He's super 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 l'd be grateful for the help! 🙏

Dog sitter

$5

Craigmore SA, Australia

22nd Apr 2025

Need a pet sitter for my furry baby (dog) to stay over from 2nd may - 5th may. He’s a tiny maltese, fully vaccinated and desexed. Please let me know your rate for a 3 nights of stay. Thank you.

Dog sitter

$60

Frankston South VIC 3199, Australia

22nd Apr 2025

I need a one night dog sitter from 26th April (AM) to 27th April - Late PM - circa 8PM.. (This would be at the taskers house)

Dog sitter - must be experienced with references

$100

Byron Bay NSW, Australia

22nd Apr 2025

We are looking for an experienced and caring dog sitter to look after our Italian Greyhound and Whippet puppy when we travel. Both dogs are very much part of the family and require attention, affection, and a lot of indoor time. Key Requirements: • Genuine love for dogs — especially sensitive breeds like Italian Greyhounds and Whippets. • Previous dog sitting experience with references. • Must be willing to keep the dogs indoors (they are not outdoor or kennel dogs — they sleep inside with the family). • Ability to provide regular companionship, gentle handling, and ensure their routines are maintained. • Basic understanding of sighthound traits and needs (they are sensitive, affectionate, and require soft, kind treatment). Other Details: • The dogs are clean, house-trained, and very affectionate. • They require short supervised outdoor breaks and plenty of indoor cuddles. • Ideally looking for someone available for future bookings as needed (not just one time). • Location: ideally Byron based or within 20mins If you’re a true dog lover with proven experience and are happy to treat them as part of your family while we’re away, we’d love to hear from you! Please send through your experience, references, and a little bit about yourself

Pet sitting

$160

Bangalow NSW, Australia

21st Apr 2025

We are seeking a caring and experienced dog sitter to mind our two elderly dogs in our home in Bangalow from 8 to 11 May. They require at least one walk per day around the block. They are fed twice a day and one requires medication with his food.

Dog sitting

$50

Oaklands Park SA, Australia

21st Apr 2025

Need someone to dog sit my 2 months old puppy during working hours on 29-30 April at my place

Dog sitting

$20

Mitcham SA, Australia

21st Apr 2025

Hi i am looking for someone who can look after my dog at their own home while im away for work for a week returning Tuesday 29th. $20 per day. He is friendly and loves people and children. requires daily walking or playing (fetching his ball)

House and dog sitting

$800

Marrickville NSW, Australia

19th Apr 2025

Hello there 😊 We are looking for someone to take care of our darling rescue doggie Bailey at our cute Marrickville townhouse whilst we are on holiday 28th August to 14th September. Bailey is a total snuggle bug snoozy bum at home and very well trained, responding extremely well to commands and food rewards. He can be a bit “spicy” (reactive) when outdoors - he doesn’t like other dogs and can sometimes get upset and bark if they get too close or surprise him - never ever bites or aggression, just toddler tantrum barking which can be brought under control quickly following a simple protocol. For this reason he is always on lead and best left at home when going to brunch. Cats are enemy number 1 so he will do his best to keep them at a distance! Whilst he can be happily left alone with food puzzles for a few hours, he’s a typical red cattle Velcro dog who loves his humans, so we need someone who is around a fair bit during the day to keep him company. Let me know if this arrangement interests you 😊

Dog sitting

$150

Gosford NSW, Australia

13th Apr 2025

Hi, I have an apartment inspection today I forgot about and I need someone to watch my dog from 12.00pm untill 6.00pm tonight. I can pick her up from you but you would have to pick her up from mine, door is unlocked. She is an extremely friendly samoid, because she is a pure breed she is not desexed so if you have other dogs be mindful of this. You would also have to grab her lead, water and food bowl and her matterss Kind regards, Daniel Amundsen

Milly was punctual, professional and polite Would highly recommend

Pet sitting

$50

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

9th Apr 2025

Pet sit for my dog caboodle

Lil is amazing. My dog loves her. She’s responsible, responsive and very caring. Highly recommend

Dog sitting

$20

Torrens Park SA, Australia

4th Apr 2025

dog sitting from 8th - 12th april 3 year old blue heeler, loves people and children, requires walks and ball for exercise. $20 per day

my dog was very well looked after and taylor sent photo updates :)

Dog sit for 1 Night

$50

Sippy Downs QLD, Australia

2nd Apr 2025

We just need someone to look After Ollie for 1 night now. Sorry to muck you guys around, but our Holiday plans have changed, again.

Kim is easy to deal with, and deals with changes without issue.

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

$150

Fulham Gardens SA, Australia

21st Mar 2025

Look after ourdog Alby for the weekend. Hes very friendly, kid safe and loves people and attention. He likes short walks, because he is pretty lazy, and loves pats and attention.

Amanda was amazing, great communication and very easy going to work with. I highly recommend.

Pet sitting

$250

Randwick, New South Wales

13th Mar 2025

Is there anyone who could look after my little cat Dave for two weeks whilst I’m away for work? He’s a chiller, desexed, vaccinated and I’ll supply all the food and toys.

Nabila is a diamond, super punctual and helpful. I trust her. Thanks Nabs

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 😊

Cat Sitter 6th - 11th March

$150

Five Dock NSW 2046, Australia

26th Feb 2025

Responsible cat lover needed to house sit and care for cats. 5 nights from 2pm Thursday 6th March till 11am Tuesday 11th March 2025. Comfortable quiet unit with new king single bed. Use of all amenities and WiFi. Easy going pets. You may need to feed older cat during the night.

I would will work with Monica again if she is available. So wonderful to feel trust and security for my fur babies. I recommend her 200%. Thank Mon you are the best.

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

Cat sitting

$50

Richlands QLD, Australia

19th Feb 2025

Urgently need a cat sitter for tomorrow, 20 Feb. Must be able to have him at your place. I will drop off in the morning and will pick up in the afternoon

Thank you Melissa and her partner for taking care of Sunny on such a short notice. It was really really helpful

Cat sitting

$50

Epping VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2025

I need a cat boarding accomodation asap due to an emergency situation for 2 nights. 2 boy cats that are brothers. Fully indoors, vaccinated and friendly with other cats. Im only able to offer $25 a day at the moment.

Extremely helpful beyond expectations and kind