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Recent Pet Care reviews in Melbourne

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I need cat grooming

$80

Catherine was fantastic. Can’t recommend her highly enough. Communicative, punctual and competent. Somehow trimmed my cat’s nails despite her terrible tortie behaviour. Thank you Catherine!

Cat grooming

$50

Great and prompt service. Great and fair pricing and really gentle with a very nervous dog.

Dog grooming

$60

David was great! Punctual and nice to chat to! Thanks so much!

Help moving 2 cats and some bags

$100

Catherine is very professional and extremely patient. She did a great job clipping nails and grooming our long hair cat. As she said with some cats it’s a battle of wills and she won! Would definitely recommend.

I need cat grooming

$80

Mike was on time, did everything he said he would and was really lovely to deal with. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for any jobs. Thanks Mike!

Fish tank clean - small 46l fresh water tropical

$65

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

$70 - $250

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$70

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$136

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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

Dog Grooming at home

$100

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

25th Mar 2024

I have a sensitive Maltese poodle that hates grooming and needs to be gently handled. I need a professional kind groomer to come to our house and groom the little guy while I handle and comfort his anxiety.

Manicure at home. Buff and trim

$60

Northcote VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Manicure for my wife. Buff and trim nails . Preferably on a Tuesday or Thursday

Clip Puppy’s Nails

$35

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2024

My 11 month old Golden Retriever Pup needs her paws/nails clipped. I’ve attempted myself however she is a little nervous about it so I can’t quite get it done. A professional would be greatly appreciated.

Cat bath de shed and nail trim

$150

Southbank VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Cat grooming for 2 cats. Domestic short hair. Desexed and vaccinated

Pet sitting 2 x cats

$80

Southbank VIC, Australia

23rd Mar 2024

Looking for someone to look after our 2 cats from 29th march to 31st March. 7 year old female tabby cat and 1 year old male ginger. Coming in and Feeding them morning and night and some play time.

Cat grooming

$150

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

23rd Mar 2024

I have a 9 year old DMH male Remy who needs a bath and clip at my home. He is a great cat and is used to baths and clippers

Pet sitter 3x days per week

$60

Richmond VIC, Australia

22nd Mar 2024

Looking for a reputable pet sitter to drop by our apartment every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 12-1:30pm to spend time with our Cavoodle. He needs to be taken out to relieve himself and for a walk/play in the park across the street. Willing to pay up to $60 per week.

Cat needs a groom

$100

Brunswick VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2024

My ragdoll Boba needs a trim. Boba also has FIV so I’m hoping for it it be done at my apartment

Look after 2 cats for a week

$250

Elwood VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

I have two cats, both 4 years old, who I need cared for as I move house. I will need them looked after 24th Feb - 3rd March. Must be in secure home location w/ experience as a pet sitter.

Deanne was polite, prompt, and great communication. She looked after my cats for a week while I moved and sent pics and updates each day. Would absolutely book again .

Feed cat while away for long weekend

$80

Armadale VIC, Australia

1st Mar 2024

Going away this Friday night, will be back Monday afternoon. Need someone to come morning and night sat/sun and Monday morning to feed cat. If they can also send us a pic for an update. :)

Erin was 5 stars across the board. Great communicator and we loved / looked forward to our daily updates to which we were so impressed with to the level of thought put into. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thanks again Erin and we hope you will be around next time we go away.

Petsitting Dog for 2 weeks (26 sep to 12 Oct)

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Mar 2024

Need someone to take care of my 2 year old miniature dachshund for 2 weeks at your house/apartment, whilst I'm away overseas. Slinky is a 2 year old miniature dachshund who loves people. He's 80% toilet trained. I will provide everything: bed, toys, food, leash. Responsibilities: - Feeding slinky twice a day - Taking him for a walk once a day. - Making sure he's not left alone for longer than 2 hours at your house. IMPORTANT: Slinky cannot be left alone for longer than 2 hours as he suffers from separation anxiety so please only accept the job if someone is at home most of the time so this job will ideally suit a household with 3 or more people. Slinky is also good with children. I will dropoff Slinky at your house on 26 September and pick him up on 10 October. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Took good care of my dog for 2 weeks. She also gave him a bath. Sometimes it was hard to communicate because Susannah is still learning English.

Dog sitting for 2 chill dogs - 6 days

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

25th Feb 2024

We have 2 dogs that can't come with us to a music festival. They normally live with us in our bus and are used to sleeping all day and night with 1 or 2 bouts of exercise (walk or a run around at the park). They don't bark, are toilet trained, and can be kept inside or outside which ever you prefer. We are looking for someone with a little bit of a yard preferably for them to hang out in during the day, and time to take them for a walk in the afternoons, mornings or both. Dates are from the 7th to the 13th of March and all food will be supplied :) - Great with kids - They don't bark - Fine with other dogs Thank you!!

Thomas is a great bloke, trustworthy, reliable and a great communicator. Happy to recommend him to anyone. Thanks again

Need it person to set up 2 pet cube cams and cannon printer

$80

South Yarra VIC, Australia

24th Feb 2024

Have 2 pet cams by pet cube that I need to re connect

100% trustworthy and smart

Dog sit 11am-5pm Tuesday

$40

South Yarra VIC, Australia

18th Feb 2024

6 month old Labrador needs company/ supervision while we are working. Very friendly, mostly sleeps/ likes chasing ball. We live across the street from the park if you would like to spend some time outdoors

my puppy loved her! punctual, reliable, friendly, trustworthy. Definitely recommend and will contact again if I need dog sitting

Cat boarding

$600

Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2024

Need cat boarding for 2 male desexed cats aged 3yrs from 31st Jan to the 6th March. They are friendly, been realised around children, don’t scratch furniture or people, don’t need too much attention as they have each although they are very affectionate. They will come with food, litter, flea treatment etc. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 31 January 2024

Loren was absolutely amazing. She went above and beyond what was needed to make is fee comfortable. She was so kind and helpful and was always quick to respond. She is very integral. I would definitely recommend her to anyone and I would use her services again.

Puppy grooming and nail clipping

$100

St Kilda VIC, Australia

12th Jan 2024

Need someone who is experienced to either come to my place or I can come to their location, My puppy needs a full grooming and nail cutting done. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 13 January 2024

I’m very happy with Yin work, will definitely recommend her service perfect score !!💯

Dog nail trim - professional sought

$50

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

11th Jan 2024

Looking for a professional dog groomer, vet nurse or similar to clip my dog’s nails. I have the nail cutters here, I am just not confident to it myself. Dog is a super friendly, senior American Staffy who is pretty cooperative with the process, but I can’t take him to get his nails done as he’s scared of other dogs. I’ll be on hand to help handle him, and can be flexible on day and time. Thanks! - Due date: Flexible

Laura was friendly, communicative and punctual - very easy to deal with.

Fish Tanks Cleaning

$200

Brunswick VIC, Australia

2nd Jan 2024

I am renting a property which has two large fish tanks and am set to move out in a month. I am looking for somebody who is more knowledgeable about tropical fish care to assist in cleaning up the tanks before I vacate. I am hoping to have this done before Jan 9th. Preferably on the 8th before midday or after 3pm. Budget also depends on what supplies I will need to provide - Due date: Before Tuesday, 9 January 2024

Adrian did a great job and was a delight to work with. Super knowledgeable and incredibly nice guy. He left the tanks looking beautiful, absolutely recommend!

Can someone go to Kmart and get me cat carries

$15

Essendon VIC, Australia

26th Dec 2023

I need somone to go to Kmart and get me a cat carrier box - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Excellent and quick service

Dog sitter for my cavoodle

$220

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2023

I need someone to dog sit my 3 year old cavoodle . He is around 6kg, extremely friendly and well trained (including toilet trained) and he is not desexed. I am able to drop him to the pet sitter’s place . I need a pet sitter from the 30th Dec 2023-12th January 2024. I can drop him anytime on the 30th Dec 2023 and collect him in the afternoon on the 12th Jan 2024.

Mariana was great with Romeo! She constantly updated me with photos and video and Romeo was truly well taken care of . He looked like he was very attached to her . Thanks so much for looking after Romeo and I will be using you again for sure !