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Recent Dog Care reviews in Melbourne

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

Candice had our 2 year old Groodle for the whole day. Our anxious pup came home happy and we loved the updates. Very happy! Thanks again. X

Dog sitter for Christmas day (your house).

$150

Amazing effort looking after our old dog, he appears very happy and content

Holiday Dog Sitter

$750

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

Mia is lovely! From the moment we met her and her dog for a meet and greet we knew our dogs were in great hands and we felt at ease about going on holiday. She sent photos and let us know how they were going which was greatly appreciated, and she was friendly and easy to talk to throughout. Thanks Mia!

Dog sitter needed for our two dogs

$1,000

Amy was great with our Pup! Very thankful

Dog sitting

$250

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

$90 - $290

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$90

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$150

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$290

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What do dog care services include?

Dog care services include a range of different services to maintain delivered by expert dog carers to ensure your precious pup’s well-being. This service can consist of grooming, sitting, training, or boarding your dog - they can be booked singly or in any appropriate combination.  

Dog grooming

This is a service that’s not only about keeping or restoring your dog’s appearance. Grooming is also about your dog’s hygiene and overall health, especially if they are longhaired breeds. Most longhaired dogs eventually have problems with overgrown fur clumping up and accumulating dirt and other debris. 

Matted hair must be removed as these clumps of fur are not only unsightly but can prove uncomfortable or painful for your dog. You can hire dog groomers to come to your home and provide your dog’s grooming needs; this can include thorough brushing of their fur, trimming overgrown hair and nails and bathing and drying your dog. 

Dog sitting

When you need to be away from home and don’t have anyone to watch your pet, this is an essential service. This is especially helpful when you need to be away from home suddenly because you can book the service on short notice. 

An expert dog sitter can go to your home to spend some time with your dog, feed them and clean up after they eat. Dog sitters can also keep them company. You may book this as overnight dog care, or as a daily service provided until your return. 

Dog Boarding

Another option to ensure your dog is cared for an overnight while you’re away is to take them to a dog boarding facility. This is an excellent service to book when you prefer having your pup in a more social environment. 

They can stay in a safe, warm and friendly environment with other animals and remain in the company of expert dog carers for longer. Some dog boarding facilities can give your dog their medications if they have issues or are seniors for an additional fee. 

Dog training

When you want to modify your dog’s behaviour and make him more obedient and calm or perform tricks for entertainment, you can book a dog trainer. Dog trainers can teach your dog to respond to your verbal commands or do other more impressive tricks like standing and walking on their hind legs, fetching items, rollover or other tricks your dog trainer can teach them. 

Recent Dog Care tasks in Melbourne

Small dog nail clipping, wash and trim

$40

Flemington VIC, Australia

5th Jul 2025

I need to get my dogs nails clipped! I would also like a trim and wash if possible but his nails are my main concern, he doesn’t like it at all whenever I try to do it he gets really upset so hopefully someone that knows what they’re doing can help me!

Dog grooming - Japanese Spitz

$50

Kensington VIC, Australia

2nd Jul 2025

Dog grooming needed, i am looking for someone to help de shed and trim a large japanese spitz dog.

Puppy sitter

$50

St Kilda VIC, Australia

29th Jun 2025

Need someone to watch my puppy for the day. St Kilda Melbourne pick up.

Need an experienced dog sitter now for 24

$100

Docklands VIC, Australia

9th Jun 2025

Dog sit my frenchie for 24 hrs so over night hrs can drop off tomorrow morning before 8am Ill supply everything he needs

Dog grooming

$100

Kensington VIC 3031, Australia

9th Jun 2025

I would like my five-year-old cavoodle groomed. She is anxious so I would prefer a groomer who works from home where there aren't a lot of other dogs. I would prefer weekends.

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 grooming

$100

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

4th Jun 2025

Looking for someone with professional experience in dog grooming to give our papillon dog a warm bath, blow dry, and a light trim. Her fur is still relatively clean from her last wash, & I comb her regularly so she has no knots. We normally have a person who comes with a van, but if you have your own dog grooming equipment (but no van), it could be done in our laundry or garage. She's a cooperative dog, used to being groomed, she just has one requirement--that one of us is present and talking to her throughout.

GSD, dog wash, flea treatment, nails - South Yarra

$100

South Yarra VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2025

Hi, need my German shepherd washed m, flea treatment and nails trimmed pls

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.

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 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.

Can anyone do some dog sitting tomorrow, in South Yarra?

$100

South Yarra, Victoria

21st May 2025

looking after mini poodle Hilton, and taking him for a walk or two.

DOG GROOMING - MOBILE OR PICK UP

$100

Southbank VIC, Australia

18th May 2025

Need a dog groomer to come by and give my caboodle a tidy up and his face trimmed and nails clipped

Dog grooming for a Spoodle

$100

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

15th May 2025

Grooming for spoodle, some matting.

Need dog sitter for my two Shihtzus 17th May

$50

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

13th May 2025

I need a dog sitter for my two shihtzus on Saturday 17th from 2-8pm Needs to be at the tasker’s place. Can you please send me your quotes?

Roisin and her family looked after our two shihtzus and the dogs came back really happy and relaxed. Got updates from Roisin regularly. Would absolutely recommend her.

Dog Wash, Flea Treatment & Nail Trim – One Dog Only

$70

South Yarra VIC, Australia

12th May 2025

Looking for a once-off mobile dog groomer for my medium-sized dog. Must have your own dog wash setup — no use of my bath or laundry. Tasks include: • Full wash • Flea treatment • Nail trim

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 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 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!