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Irene looked after our dog Louis for 10 days. Thank you for keeping him safe.

Dog Sitting Golden Retriever

$250

If I could give Tania 6 stars I would! Tania did an amazing job looking after our Dachshund for the weekend and treated her like her own. Tania sent us updates and photos all weekend and we couldn’t be happier with the care she provided 🙌🏻 Thank you so so much!

Pet sitting for 3 nights

$200

Lydia was fantastic- would highly recommend

Cat Sitter

$80

Trustworthy and reliable

House/2 dog sitting 9 days 21 june-29june

$400

Thank you very much Mandy !

Looking for a dog sitter, must love dogs!

$80

Chantel was amazing. Helped me out very last minute when our dog sitter didn’t show up. Thanks Chantel.

Dog sitter

$50

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$70

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$150

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$300

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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.

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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.

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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

Dog sitting Neo Teacup Yorki Poodle 10 Days

$100

Endeavour Hills VIC, Australia

6th May 2026

10th of May till the 20th I need a Petsitter for Neo- Teacup Yorki poodle 6.5 yrs old for 10 days whilst going away. Neo is toilet trained, not a yappy dog, quiet, cuddly and friendly, he’s a perfect lap dog for chilling on the couch watching Netflix. Great with Kids. Toilet trained. Preferably no other pets as he’s not much bigger than a tissue box. Preferably work remotely or at home allot. Will come with food supplies, toys, lil jacket and lead for walking.

Pet sitter needed for 6 weeks for my cat

$10

Tennyson Point NSW, Australia

5th May 2026

Seeking a kind, patient and experienced pet sitter to care for my male ragdoll cat, Boots, at your premises – ideally a secure unit to ensure he doesn’t get out. Boots is affectionate and full of energy. He is less than 1 year's old and is not de-sexed. Care is required for approximately 6 weeks, from mid-June to late July.

Loving Pet Sitter Needed for Gentle, Well-Trained Dog

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for a reliable, caring, and experienced pet sitter to look after my dog, Cody, at your home. Cody is a sweet, gentle, and well-trained dog who has a calm temperament. He’s very people-friendly and gets along well with other dogs. He’s not reactive or anxious and generally avoids conflict — he’s quite easygoing and happy to go with the flow. He enjoys: walks and light play being around people relaxing at home He is: toilet trained well-behaved indoors responsive and easy to manage What I’m looking for: Someone experienced with dogs A calm, stable home environment Ideally someone who is home often or has a flexible schedule Someone who can provide a safe and comfortable space for him

Pet sitter at Peregian- 2 nights friday 8 may til Sunday 10 May.

$120

Peregian Springs QLD, Australia

5th May 2026

Staying at house to care for 1 dmall dog and 3 cats for 2 nights 8th May til 10th May at Peregian.

Dog sitter- July 2026 - for 10days

$500

Kellyville NSW, Australia

5th May 2026

We’re looking for a loving home to care for our beautiful French Bulldog for 10 days while we’re away. He is very well-behaved, gentle, and easy to look after. He has excellent manners—he won’t jump on lounges unless invited (and only if lifted), and he doesn’t go upstairs at all. He is well trained, affectionate, and has a calm nature. He enjoys short, relaxed walks of around 15 minutes a day, but is otherwise quite happy to sleep and relax for most of the day. He’s also playful and loves a bit of attention and company. He is used to having access to a dog door for toilet trips, so a home with a dog door would be ideal. All meals, toys, and essentials will be provided. As he is sensitive and we like to keep him clean and comfortable, we’re looking for someone who will treat him with care and provide a safe, loving environment. He’s wonderful company and will make a beautiful companion during his stay.

Need a cat sitter for our kitten for maybe a month

$100

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

5th May 2026

Hi we need someone who can look after our ragdoll kitten for about a month . We can provide food just need some where for her to stay she is toilet trained . She's only 10 weeks old . She loves playing too. Please let me know if your interested we can pay 100 a week . Would suit someone who loves cats and has cats iswell

Help with cat sitting for my inspection

$50

Docklands VIC, Australia

4th May 2026

I need someone in the city for my cats to stay for an hour or 2 for my flat inspection

Super lovely cats are happy

Dog sitting

$25

Park Ridge QLD, Australia

4th May 2026

Need a dog sitter to come to my house and play with my dog. She is 3 years old. Couldn’t find a daycare slot for her today unfortunately.

In need of a dog sitter

$200

Burpengary QLD 4505, Australia

20th Apr 2026

Host my dog in your home from the 23rd of April-1st of may, Pablo escobark is a very sweet kind boy, desexed and good with other dogs and cats I will supply all his needs for his stay (food, toys, ect)

Amazing couple looked after my dog for over a week. Very accomodating and sweet people.

House sitter/pet sitter

$250

Pyrmont, New South Wales

15th Apr 2026

Looking for a reliable house/pet sitter to care for my pets while I’m away. Duties include walking my dog morning and night for his bathroom routine, and feeding my cats/dog twice daily. Easy, low-maintenance routine — just need someone caring, kind, trust worthy and consistent. 🐾 doesn’t need to stay at the house - as long as they re walked/fed Videos to be sent everytime for reassurance Cheers - task from tomorrow till Tuesday morning

Richie was incredible. Super trustworthy, looked after my pets so well (they loved him!), and left the house spotless. I felt completely at ease — would 100% recommend and book him again.

Cat Sitter Needed

$20

Hillsdale NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2026

Hi i’m needing g a cat sitter for sometime next week i haven’t Locked in the exact day needed yet. I will need someone who can take care of her till Drop of Night Time and Pick up Night time. Preferably they are able to pick up my cat and drop her off. She’s a small indoor cat good behaved.

Thank You Amazing experience taking care of my pet with updates and care

House/pet sitting

$200

Palmview QLD 4553, Australia

14th Apr 2026

I need a pet/ sitter from today until Sunday. My sitter has canceled on me and I’m currently away. Preferably if you can stay at the house as my dog doesn’t like being alone at night. Or even if it’s a few hours of an afternoon/night.

Kate was amazing, so kind and punctual highly recommend her.

Pet sitter needed for specific time 17-21 and possible extension🤍

$300

Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

13th Apr 2026

🐶 Pet Sitting Needed – Toy Poodle (Wedding Period + Possible Extension I’m looking for a highly reliable and caring pet sitter for my 1-year-old toy poodle. She’s a very friendly, happy, and affectionate dog, and overall very easy to care for. 📅 Dates: 17 April – 22 April (with possible extension) 🐾 What I’m looking for: • Full-time care during these dates (at your home) • Someone experienced, responsible, and trustworthy 💍 Special requirement: I’m getting married during this period and have 3 separate events. I would love if you could: • Bring her to each event for about 1–2 hours • Then take her back home with you afterward (This is really important to me as I’d love her to be part of my special days 🥹💖) 🚗 After the wedding: We’ll be going on a 4–5 day road trip to Melbourne, and I may or may not take her along. ➡️ If she settles well with you, I’d be very happy to extend the booking for those additional days. 🐕 About her: • 1 year old toy poodle • Very friendly and social • Easy to look after • Loves people and attention I’m really looking for someone who will treat her like their own and give me peace of mind during my wedding 💕 If this sounds like a good fit, I’d love to hear from you! Thanks

Maddie helped us in the most difficult and busy time of our life. Maisie was so blessed to be taken care by Maddie. She is amazing 🤍🤍🤍

Dog sitter April 13-19

$245

Reedy Creek QLD 4227, Australia

8th Apr 2026

Hi, looking for a dog sitter for our one year old Cavoodle pup Daisy. Must be able to pick up and drop off Daisy from Reedy Creek. All food and supplies provided.

Amazing! Took such good care of my dog. Highly recommended

Cat sitter at sitter's home

$90

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

5th Apr 2026

Hi! I’m looking for a cat sitter to look after my cat, Milo for 11 days from Thursday 9th April evening till 20th April evening at the pet sitter’s house in Melbourne, Victoria. I will pick/drop and provide all the food. About my cat Name: Milo Sex: Male Age: 1 year and 7 months Breed: Domestic shorthair Personality: shy but will open up once comfortable... keep indoors. Prefer the cat sitter to be near me around North Melbourne. Please provide your quotes. Thanks.

Thank you for taking care of my fur baby, Anita. Appreciate your kindness🥰

Dog sitter

$500

Ashwood VIC 3147, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Need someone to dog sit my german shepherd at my house in Ashwood. You can pop in and out if need be. Just needs to be walked and fed dinner, and a little bit of play time Saturday 4th April - Wednesday the 8th April Don’t have to stay overnight, can go in and out as you please over those days

Emillie was great with our german shepherd. Highly recommend

Cat sitter

$100

The Ponds NSW, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Looking for a cat sitter from the night of the 8/4/2026 - 13/4/2026 early morning pick up. Tigger is a friendly large black cat Tigger is unsocialised and needs to be with no other animals. We will provide food and litter.

Siew was very good looking after our cat. She sent pictures and updates which was greatly appreciated

Pet sitter needed asap!

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Cat needs the tablet every morning one tablet but! U just feed it to her dont worry too much no different to feeding her a chocolate!! It’s a tabby cat mix she is so chill!! Preferably ur place before i build trust with u Roughly 4 nights

Simply awesome! Very sweet and shy ☺️ Efficient and caring taking care of my little tiger. Will be keeping in touch!

Dog sitter

$300

Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, Australia

26th Mar 2026

small Jack Russel cross who’s 1 years old needing urgent dog boarding. He does have anxiety and I have meds he takes daily. 12 nights total

Julie was incredible. Very good with communication and super easy to trust and work with. Highly recommend.

Dog sitting

$100

Oran Park NSW, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Dog sit two dogs at your house for 8 nights

Raelean was absolutely fantastic to deal with. We felt very secure She went above and beyond to make sure that they were well looked after and she treated them as if they were her own. We would definitely use her again and 100% recommend her for anyone looking for someone to home their pets. She communicated with us whilst the dogs were with her with updated photos and texts. We are so thankful for Raelean