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"Excellent service, punctual and got the job done quickly. Many thanks Cier."
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Recent Dog Sitting reviews
Michael was great! Very punctual. Couldn’t recommend more
Dog minding/walking from 9am till 1pm tomorrow the 5th of August
$120
I left my two Shihtzus with her and they came back home happy. She was responsive, reached out to me promptly for any questions regarding the dogs when they were with her. Would definitely recommend her to other dog parents.
Dog sitting
$150
Emilie was so great with my doggo, gave me update pics and is really trustworthy. Highly recommend.
Dog sit/walk
$80
We are grateful to Mark for his wonderful care of our dog. Every step was smooth and his communication was excellent, including photo updates. We would absolutely recommend him and hope to book him again in the future.
Dog sitting (very friendly, 10 years old)
$270
Trustworthy and reliable
House/2 dog sitting 9 days 21 june-29june
$400
Looks like I have found my doggy care I'm sure we will have one very happy dog who won't have to sad and alone when I have to go away
Dog sitting near Tugun
$10
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Why hire a dog sitter through Airtasker?
Taking your dog with you to all your trips and errands would be great, but sadly, that’s not possible. The best alternative? Making sure your pet is well-cared for and loved, even while you’re out. And while you could probably get a relative or friend to watch over your dog, wouldn’t it be great if you got someone who would be solely dedicated to your pet’s care? That’s where Airtasker's dog sitting service comes in.
When you request a dog sitter via Airtasker, you get to work with dog sitters in your area who are reviewed and rated by fellow pet owners in your community. This is better than having a relative, friend, or random neighbour watch over your dog, especially if they're not that familiar with pets themselves.
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Top Dog Sitting related questions
The average cost of dog sitting is $35, and this could go higher or lower. Check out our cost guide for more information.
You can find a home dog sitting service in minutes through Airtasker! When you tap the “Post a task” button, you’ll be asked to indicate all the details of your task - how many pets, when you’ll be out, your location, your budget, your pet’s needs, etc. Then, wait for the offers to come in. Pick the one that best fits your needs, then tap to confirm your appointment. It’s that easy!
Here are some things you should check on before you set a dog and house sitting appointment:
Your dog’s supplies
Detailed instructions for your sitter, including administration of medication
Toys and treats for your pet
The fence, yard, and home security systems
A tour of the house for your sitter, including where the leash & carrier are kept, cleaning supplies, and the thermostat
Contact information your sitter may need including your own, the landlord’s, and your vet
Have ample preparations for your dog, your home, and your sitter. This includes making sure your pet and the sitter are comfortable with each other, conducting an interview with your sitter prior to the stay, and keeping communication lines open while you’re out. Make it a point to know your sitter’s operating policies as well, so there won’t be any confusion that could cause discomfort for the sitter or your pet.
While the details may vary depending on your pet/s’ needs, here are some basic questions to get the ball rolling with your puppy sitter:
What dog sitting experience do you have?
Do you have business credentials?
Do you have any training related to pet care?
How do you deal with two dogs fighting each other?
Can we see how you get along with my dog?
Do you have a written contract or agreement?
The advantage of in-home dog sitting is that your dog is the sole focus of the sitter. They won’t have to adjust to a new environment, or risk catching diseases. But, pet sitting usually means having to make your pet adjust to a stranger in the home. Plus, your dog misses out on a chance to socialise. Either way, it’s advisable to do research on the sitter or daycare and work closely with them to ensure the well-being of your pet.
While this may vary from Tasker to Tasker, some may offer both dog and house sitting services (for a higher fee, of course). This is an advantage since your house will retain that “lived in” look that can help keep burglars away. If you’d like to find dog and house sitters near you, tap the “Post a task” button to get started!
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What do dog sitting services include?
Airtasker’s dog sitting service can be straightforward. While the specifics may vary from Tasker to Tasker, and depend on your pet’s own needs, here are the things that you can expect a dog sitter to do.
Puppy collection and delivery
Your puppy sitter can arrange for the collection and delivery of your puppy. A puppy sitter or pet transport service can collect your pup. Then, when you get home from your trip, the sitter can bring your pup back to you.
Feeding & administering medication
Your puppy sitter relies on your detailed instructions for feeding your pet, providing enough water, and giving them their vitamins and medicine (if applicable). Make sure you have enough supplies before you leave, whether it’s kibble, canned food, home-cooked meals, or raw food. Make sure your sitter is familiar with food prep and portioning. Be clear about what food you allow your dog to eat, and what they’re allergic to.
If your pet is on a special diet, make sure your sitter is informed. The same goes for medication - prepare written instructions and review them verbally before you leave. Don’t just rely on a note on the counter! Good preparation is essential to making sure your pet stays healthy even while you’re out.
Cleaning up pet mess
Puppy sitting also includes cleaning up a pet’s mess. Let your Tasker know your dog’s signal for when they need to “go”, your pet’s usual spot, and how you usually handle dog mess. Make sure your sitter also knows where the cleaning supplies are kept, in case your dog can’t make it to their spot.
Exercise and playtime
Your pet sitter also makes sure your pet/s get enough exercise, playtime, and even training while you’re out. Let your puppy sitter know if they can take your dog on walks while you’re out, and how often this needs to be done. If you have any rules for walks, such as cleaning the paws afterwards or avoiding a rowdy neighbour dog, make sure you tell your sitter about these. Your puppy sitter also makes sure that your pet stays secure at all times, whether inside or outside your property.
Pets, cuddles, and TLC
Your pet will need all the love they can get while you’re out for a friend’s wedding or week-long business trip. Your dog sitter makes sure your pooch gets petted and cuddled regularly. Let your puppy sitter know if they can give your pet treats, and how many they can have per day. Ideally, your pet and the Tasker have met prior to the puppy sitting appointment, so your Tasker will be able to pet and scratch your dog in all their favourite spots.
Puppy grooming
Grooming may include brushing your puppy’s fur and trimming their nails. To avoid overwhelming your puppy, the puppy sitter may brush your puppy’s coat a few minutes at a time throughout the day. If you want to come home to a fresh-smelling pup and a clean house, go ahead and book a sofa cleaning or house cleaning service on our platform as well!
Updates on your pet
If pet updates are part of your Tasker’s arrangement, you can expect an email or message from your sitter on a regular basis. In case of emergencies, you can have your sitter call a relative in the area or your vet - just to make sure your dog is alright.
Recent Dog Sitting tasks
Need a dog sitter for 2 cavoodles on 19 April- 6 May @ your home
$850
Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia
14th Feb 2026
Hi, We need dog sitters for 2 cavoodles on 19 April - 6 May (17 nights) at your home. We need someone that have secured fence as they can be sneaky to get out under the fence, or at your apartment if you are set up for looking after dogs. About our 2 cavoodles: They are 4 and 5 years old. No medical issue. All food, treats and beds are provided. Just take them out for a walk 30 mins a day is fine, up to you if you want longer. Budget is $850. Let me know if you are interested and we can arrange a meet up, etc :)
Need dog sitters for 2 cavoodles on 19 Apr - 6 May. $850 @ your home
$850
Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia
14th Feb 2026
Hi, We need dog sitters for 2 cavoodles on 19 April - 6 May (17 nights) at your home. We need someone that have secured fence as they can be sneaky to get out under the fence, or at your apartment if you are set up for looking after dogs. About our 2 cavoodles: They are 4 and 5 years old. No medical issue. All food, treats and beds are provided. Just take them out for a walk 30 mins a day is fine, up to you if you want longer. They know how to fetch balls. Budget is $850. Let me know if you are interested and we can arrange a meet up, etc :)
In-home puppy sitting 5–6 hrs ongoing
$50
Mount Hawthorn WA, Australia
13th Feb 2026
I’m looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter to come and spend time with our puppy at our home for 5–6 hours at a time. This is in-home only (no walks needed yet) - It'll just be keeping her company, letting her out for toilet breaks, playing a little, and making sure she’s happy and settled. She’s a sweet pup and loves people, so we’re looking for someone calm, patient and confident with dogs. Ideally, we’d love to find someone who is available for similar sits going forward, as we’ll likely need help like this again. Please let me know your experience with dogs and your availability 😊
DOG SITTER SOMEONE WHO WOULD LOOK AFTER MY DOG
$100
Redcliffe QLD, Australia
13th Feb 2026
Okay so my dog is my best friend and is my everything and his a registered service dog his inside dog at night his well trained easy going good with cats and just wants to play his my everything but I'm looking at going to jail and have sentencing soon and could be doing a while but I am wanting to have him back when I'm realeased his American Johnson X Bull Arab x red cattle dog has lovely nature and has had pretty horrific hard life as I've had him since he was 4 weeks old I had a neighbour throw him in the air and it broke his front n back legs at 5 weeks old I nursed him and cared for him through this traumatic experience he had and the guy was reported to RSPCA also my sister's dog got into a fight with him I rushed him to emergency cost me $1800 for blood transfusion so his had horrific traumatic past and his very attached to me and is absolutely gorgeous and good loving nature his easy trained and happy playful dog his not desexed but I would be lost without him and I'm looking for someone to look after him until I get out of jail and then hopefully I can have him back his my everything my pride n joy and best friend registered service dog with certificate and identification would anyone be interested in having him until I get out of jail at all all I ask in return is to keep me updated with photos and to let me know how his going also he is covered for any vet visits or Emergency I have a account with fiveways vetinary animal hospital at gracevill
In house dog sitting
$70
Petersham NSW, Australia
11th Feb 2026
My partner an I have work on Friday and need someone to watch our 10week old vizsla he is not fully vaccinated yet so just need someone to watch him at our house from 8:20 till 2pm when my partner gets home so just sit watch tv and keep an eye on him and help yourself to food
Sali was great, she kept me updated throughout the day, gave home treats and would 100% recommend
Dog sit 3hrs on valentines evening
$40
Armstrong Creek VIC, Australia
10th Feb 2026
Dog sit 3 year old toy poodle. 2-3hrs just chill with him and take him for a walk. He doesn’t like other dogs and just prefers chilling with human companionship.
Dog sitting
$40
Caloundra QLD, Australia
9th Feb 2026
We have 2 very small dogs
Puppysit / Dog minding 12 week old puppy — one night only. Your place
$80
Bondi Beach, New South Wales
8th Feb 2026
Hi there puppy lovers! We have rescued the most adorable 12 week old kelpie-cross puppy named Biscuit and need your help! We need to attend a work conference tomorrow (Monday) from midday until Tuesday morning. If we were to drop her at your place, would you be able to puppysit? Given Biscuit’s age, she is not yet trained and has only had her first vaccination so can’t stay at a puppy hotel until she’s older. She is also teething so needs her chewy toys and to be watched. She’s been using the floor nappies on her own to toilet but we take her outside a few times a day and first thing in the morning for toileting. She’s been wormed, flea’d, microchipped, and is very loved. We will bring her food, little bed, blanket, soft crate for bed time, chew toys, bowls, treats etc. We ask that you send photos and updates to my phone through the course of the puppysitting and be available should we call or become available to collect her sooner, possibly Monday evening. She will need to be fed mid afternoon, evening, and morning and have fresh water provided throughout her stay. She will need to be toileted before bed, calmed down with lights low or off and energy softened before being put to bed in her soft crate, zipped up. This is a boundary training thing and also helps her humans get some sleep. We prefer that you’re eastern suburbs-based as we’re in Bondi but open to the right puppy lover. LOOK AT HER LITTLE FACE 🥹😍♥️ Puppy hotels are around $90 per night so have priced the task accordingly. Thanks so much!
The absolute best Airtaskers! Compassionate, patient, kind, practical, attentive and generous. Ngan and Sam sent constant updates about our puppy Biscuit and she was obviously well looked after — almost like a puppy holiday! Can’t recommend Ngan and Sam enough. A+
Dog Sitting
$100
Dunsborough WA, Australia
7th Feb 2026
Need someone to come and let my senior dog out while I’m at my daughter’s wedding. Would need someone to check on her, let her out, feed her and make sure lights are left on ready for my return early evening. Would like to meet up a couple of days before with dog and speak on phone beforehand.
Dog sitting
$250
Chirnside Park VIC, Australia
7th Feb 2026
I need my 2 year old male French bulldog taken care of between 24th June - 6th July He’s super friendly and will get along with other dogs, not to sure about cats
Dog sitting
$500
St Kilda East VIC, Australia
6th Feb 2026
Hello! I’m looking for someone to look after my dogs from Feb 9th for a week. Charlie is a black lab and Buster is a cavalier. This has potential to extend for a month or so if it works for both parties.
Outstanding job highly recommend
Dog Minding One Hour
$40
Highgate Hill QLD, Australia
29th Jan 2026
Take my dog Bruno for an hour and a half slow walk and pup cup in highgate hill while I have a meet and greet
Great work thank you so much
Dog sitting
$150
Pokolbin NSW, Australia
23rd Jan 2026
We have a wedding in the Hunter Valley, and we have our beautiful little old staffy girl Lucy that needs a kind home for a night. She is placid and very easy in her old age (12 years). Midday drop off on Sat 24 Jan and 9:00am pick up on Sunday 25 Jan
Fantastic help! Highly recommend!
Dog Sitting for 5 Nights
$10
Potts Point NSW, Australia
14th Jan 2026
Dog sitting for 5 nights for my dog 😊
Criste provided a very loving home for my dog. I received regular updates and he was very well cared for. Would highly recommend.
Dog Sitting for 12 days
$150
Millers Point NSW 2000, Australia
12th Jan 2026
My family and I will be away from 14 January to 25 January, and we are looking for someone who can care for our beloved Petunia and Archibaldo in their own home during that time. Our house will be going under repairs while we are away so we need someone to take our dogs to their own place. Petunia is a 19-month-old female pug, and Archibaldo is a 5-month-old male dachshund. They are both very friendly, toilet trained, and love cuddles and walks. We will, of course, provide plenty of food, treats, and toys for them.
Anna was absolutely amazing and my puppies really loved staying with her. She sent us photos and videos. Thank you so much Anna for taking such great care of Petunia and Archibaldo. I highly recommend Anna for any pet sitting services.
Dog sitting at Kirribilli tonight and Thursday night
$165
Kirribilli NSW, Australia
11th Jan 2026
Dog sitting at Kirribilli - small poodle and labradoodle. Tonight from 5:30 until 8:30pm and this Thursday from 5:45pm until 8pm
Chloe is lovely! She was punctual and friendly and took very good care of my dogs. Would highly recommend!
Dog sit my Chihuahua from 8:30am until around 10pm on Monday 12th Jan
$45
Liberty Grove Nouvelle-Galles du Sud, Australie
9th Jan 2026
Dog sit my Chihuahua from 8:30am until around 10pm. Please take him for a walk at lunchtime and also around 6pm I'll bring his snacks, treats, harness, leash and water bowl. He'll already be fed.
Nerida did a great job looking after my dog Hugo. He had a nice time and she sent regular pics of their tine together. I highly recommend Nerida to anybody looking for dog sitting!
Looking for dog sitter for a week
$250
Caulfield East VIC 3145, Australia
19th Dec 2025
Hi i am looking for a dog sitter to take care of my cavoodle for a week as i am travelling interstate
Candice is a very good dog sitter and took good care of Teddy. We had to extend our trip and Candice was very accomodating
Dog Sitting over xmas
$150
Melbourne VIC, Australia
19th Dec 2025
I need someone to take care of my lab from 23-26 of Dec at their home
Great communication and easy to work with! will definitely contact them again for future needs
Loving Dog Sitter
$500
Cheltenham VIC, Australia
15th Dec 2025
looking for a kind, reliable, and experienced dog lover to mind our precious girl, Molly, while we are away. She is currently with a sitter but unfortunately due to the sitters personal circumstances we are now looking a new place for Molly. 16th December - 14th January. Molly is a delightful Shih Tzu x Maltese (small breed) who is well-behaved, house-trained, and loves cuddles! Key Details: Dog Breed:Shih Tzu × Maltese (Small) Name:Molly Needs: Overnight boarding and minding Dates: 16th December 2025 - 14th January 2026. Preference:Ideally, we'd like drop-off/ pick-up close to Cheltenham. Someone with previous small dog care experience. Someone who can provide regular updates/photos of Molly A home where Molly will receive lots of attention and care. What We Are Looking For:A safe, secure, and loving home environment. Someone with previous small dog care experience.Someone who can provide regular updates/photos of Molly. A home where Molly will receive lots of attention and care (she is used to being inside and loves being around kids and other dogs).
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic experience with Yianni! Reliable, great communication, and most importantly, my dog loved him! They handled everything with care and professionalism. I will definitely be a repeat client. Thanks again!!









