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Alicia was wonderful with my puppy

Puppy Sit 8 week old

$20

Thanks so much

Dog minding for 1 week small dog

$70

Lovely, friendly, flexible and quick with responding. And most importantly my baby puppy loves her !

Puppy sitter

$20

Illannah was great. She was very friendly & helpful. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Dog sitting

$30

I m very happy with Emily and partner to take care of my Tupac.

Dog minding

$150

Best dog sitter ever! Thanks Gabby xx

Dog sitting

$50

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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.

Our Taskers can also try to tailor-fit their rates to your needs and budget, so you're more likely to get a loving and trusted (yet pocket-friendly) sitter. Ready to book a dog sitter near you? Tap the “Post a task” button to get started.

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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!

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

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Bass Hill NSW, Australia

25th Mar 2024

I have 2 dogs that need a place to stay for a month one is a poodle and one is a Staffy both very friendly dogs

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$300

Bossley Park NSW, Australia

25th Mar 2024

Hi I'm going on my first overseas trip for 10 days to Thailand and I've never left Dexter Obviously he is everything but my partner is absolutely hopeless and I don't trust him My main concerns are Dexter running out the front door ,he is extremely fast He is ok outside but if he sees a cat he will keep running I have a doggy door out the backyard he is fully toilet trained Dexter has epilepsy and takes 1 tablet a day He hasn't had a seizure in about 4 months

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$130

Rowville VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Require my 5 year old Maltese x Pom Romeo to be looked after for 3 days 31-3/01-4. He is to be taken care of in your own home. I will provide all his necessities. Also needs to be walked once a day.

Dog sitter for 2x Cavoodles

$200

Bondi Junction NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Hello I am now required to go to the office from 7am-2pm each day for work. I really need some help with my 2 cavoodles. I will pay for you to take them out for 1 hr walk to the park nearby (10 Min walk) a day for a few days a week - happy to chat about availability and pricing. I will meet you prior to accepting as these two are the loves of my life. They are very friendly with adults and other dogs. - Due date: Flexible

Dog sitting

$80

Rouse Hill NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Hi, I'm looking for a dog sitter in the hills district or surrounding suburbs. For 2 nights 28-30 of March, for out dog Biscuit a malishu.

Puppy sit at my house - start ASAP

$40

Woollahra NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Please come to my home and puppy sit, she is a tiny puppy and sleeps alot, knows that she goes to the loo outside on the fake grass and will require alot of pats, cuddles until I get home from work.

Dog sitter

$5

Canning Vale WA, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Dog sitter/boarding required till 17th April 2024.

Dog Sitting

$300

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2024

Need a sitter for my small dog for 4 weeks at the sitters house. July - August 2024

Dog Sitting

$90

Paralowie SA, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

I'm going away for the long weekend (Friday 08/03 - Sunday 10/03) and need someone to care for my 2 dogs. My boys are Chompers (8yo Kelpie x Whippet) and Kenai (6yo Malamute x Husky). Both are house trained and Kenai is crate trained. They need to be fed breakfast everyday and let outside to go to the toilet/have a play twice a day (once in the morning before breakfast and once in the evening before bed). I'm happy to provide a demonstration of their routine either in person or record a series of videos. Their routine would take 1-1.5 hours a day.

Elmark was amazing! He was easy to communicate and schedule with. He kept me in the loop with absolutely everything which is perfect for loving dog parents. I would receive photos and videos every day of my dogs being played with and fed, and they were very obviously very happy to be with Elmark. Amazing Tasker!

Dog sitting over Labor Day weekend 2024.

$300

Caulfield VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Hi Guys, I am looking for some one nice to look after my 2 beagle girls. 5 and 4 years old over the new years. I am away from this Friday afternoon 8/03/2024 till Sunday afternoon 11.03.2024. Mordialloc, Melbourne. The girls get along well with similar hunting breeds. A secure backyard or balcony at your place is essential. Food is provided. Please make offers. - Due date: Before Sunday, 7 January 2024

Great! Absolutely great! Thank you. We will book again shortly

Dog sitting over New Year 2023-2024, week and a half.

$500

Caulfield VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Hi Guys, I am looking for some one nice to look after my 2 beagle girls. 4 and 3 years old over the new years. I am away from this Friday afternoon 29/12/2023 till Sunday afternoon 07/01/2024 . Melbourne. The girls get along well with similar hunting breeds. A secure backyard or balcony at your place is essential. Food is provided. Please make offers. - Due date: Before Sunday, 7 January 2024

Awesome experience! 110% output! Thank you very much!

Dog sit in your home 19-31 March

$200

Ashmore QLD 4214, Australia

1st Mar 2024

I am looking for someone to look after my 10yo border collie in their home from 19-31 March. Yes, I know how soon that is. Unfortunately the person who was going to look after her can't. My dog is fairly easy to care for. She likes cuddles in the morning, sleeps in whichever room I'm in for part of the day, explores the garden and entertains herself for the rest of my work day, likes to play and/or have a short (up to half an hour due to joint issues) leisurely walk after work, hangs out until bed time and likes cuddles/pats before bed. She is fully house trained - she knocks on the door to go out and is fine overnight. She is trained in basic commands and is normally well behaved, but she does bark when she hears the postie. She is a border collie and her natural herding instinct is strong. She can't be around chickens, bikes or scooters. She is fine with cats as long as they are willing to tell her they are boss. An adult will need to walk her because she may try to chase any bikes or scooters that wiz past. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 19 March 2023

Jillinda looked after my dog for 2 weeks. She provided regular updates which gave me peace of mind that my fur-baby was being spoilt while I was away. She was understanding of my dog's instincts as a working breed and her quirks. I highly recommend Jillinda.

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

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

Dog Sitting

$25

Hendra QLD 4011, Australia

17th Jan 2024

Dog sitting at your house for 4 nights (17th -21st January. $25 per night One 3 year old female Minature Daschound (desexed) House and crate trained. I will provide food, and crate. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 17 January 2024

Ben was great looking after our dog and took good care of her.

Dog Sit our Sheepadoodle

$100

Byron Bay NSW, Australia

2nd Jan 2024

We’re travelling with our Sheepadoodle, Basil and he doesn’t love being alone in new houses. We’re staying in Belongil but want to head out for dinner so just need someone to watch him for a few hours. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 3 January 2024

Absolutely divine. Basil our Sheepadoodle lover Christina and her dog Chico. They were lovely and gentle with Basil and Basil had a great time.

Dog sitting

$300

Boondall QLD, Australia

1st Jan 2024

Hi, I’m wondering if someone can please have my toy poodle stay for a week whilst I’m in Bali. He’s 12 years old and very well trained. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 1 January 2024

Great bloke and was great with Gary

Dog sitter

$5

Marden SA, Australia

31st Dec 2023

I urgently need 2 Stafford puppies looked after while we find a new home for them as we have no backyard where we currently are. They’re both under 1 and they are brother and sister. If you can help send me a msg and we’ll workout the price. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 31 December 2023

Great to deal with. Prompt replies, 10/10

Puppy sitting

$30

Maroubra NSW, Australia

26th Dec 2023

Need someone to look after my puppy today. He’s 9 weeks old. Will need to look after him between 12:45pm and roughly to 5-6pm. Must be at my place - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 27 December 2023

Really nice women and happy for her to look after my dog again

Dog Sitting

$30

Burwood VIC, Australia

24th Dec 2023

Looking for a pet sitter for my 2year old Jack Russell with optional occasional transportation. Car/licence preferred however not necessary. Please mention if you have one. There will be a paid introduction shift before commencing regular shifts The following times are when visits are usually required: - Home shifts 8am-9am / 8pm-9pm - Transport shifts 6am-7:30am / 6:30pm-7pm Pay is $30 per hour plus vehicle allowance of $0.95/km where applicable - Due date: Flexible

Thank you for looking after my dog!