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Dog sitting needed at sitter’s home

$120

We would welcome Daniela back into our home anytime.

House & dog sit- Banks

$150

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$106

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$167

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$210

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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 in Canberra

Dog sitting

$400

Wright ACT, Australia

3rd Jan 2024

Hello, Wondering if anyone who loves dogs, would you be keen to dog sit my two fur babies from 19th Jan to 30th Jan? - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 19 January 2024

Puppy sitting

$50

Braddon ACT, Australia

12th Dec 2023

Looking for a puppy sitter. Can do drop off. It’s usually early morning to mid day. Tues- Thursday - Due date: Flexible

Dog sitting

$80

Braddon ACT, Australia

3rd Nov 2023

We have a little sweet staffy that needs someone to watch her while we work, she’s recovering from a medical problem. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 6 November 2023

Dog sitting

$35

Gowrie, ACT

14th Aug 2023

Dog sitter Preferably in your home $35 per day From 18/8 - 23/8 - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 18 August 2023

My pooch was cared for extremely well .

Dog sitter needed

$150

Gungahlin ACT 2912, Australia

27th Feb 2023

Need dog sitter for 1 small pup, 5 days 1st March to 5th March. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 1 March 2023

Dog sitter

$25

Canberra ACT, Australia

29th Dec 2022

I am responding to my dog sitter post

Dog sitter/boarding 31st Dec night

$25

Casey ACT, Australia

28th Dec 2022

take care of our German Shepard over new years night. German Shepard make dog is 1.9 months old . Desexed . - we need to ensure there is no other day or dog in the house as our dog does not want to share accomodation with other dog and cats . Drop will be 31st Dec morning around 10 Am snd pick up with 1st Jan around 7 pm -

Dog minding

$500

Red Hill ACT, Australia

17th Dec 2022

Our lovely, quiet Springer Spaniel is looking for a temporary home between 21 December and 6 January (due to previous arrangements falling through). He’s very gentle-natured, sleeps a lot but likes a walk or two during the day. Needs to be based in ACT or nearby. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Dog sitter

$150

Taylor ACT, Australia

1st Dec 2022

Hello All ...... we are looking for someone who can look after our dog Guinea, (4th - 11th December), in their home, or by visiting our home whilst we are away 4th to 11th Dec. She is generally well behaved, is pretty easy going. She loves a walk. She is more of an outdoor dog, so a small backyard would be good. Please do get in touch if this suits you. Many thanks! Ali - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 4 December 2022

Dog sitter

$33

Flynn ACT, Australia

29th Nov 2022

I am looking for a dog sitter over Xmas from 23/12 to 28/12. Prefer sitters house. Dog is a Staffy x ridgeback. Looking to pay around $33 per day. - Due date: Before Wednesday, 28 December 2022

Dog sitting 2 x dogs

$70

Waramanga ACT, Australia

10th Nov 2022

Needing someone to look after a nervous german shepard and miniture poodle (very friendly) for a few hours whilst we are away. Its at an Airbnb that we are staying at, and they bark due to being nerous amd we cant have them barking where we are. Happy to negotiate price - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 11 November 2022

Dog sitter wanted

$15

Crace ACT 2911, Australia

10th Oct 2022

Pet sitter wanted for a family friendly Labrador We are going away from 18 December to 2nd January 2023 and would like someone to look after our “Tyson”. He is a very obedient, excitable, energetic, child friendly dog. He is fully toilet trained and hardly barks. We will provide his food and snacks - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 18 December 2022

Recurring cleaning & dog minding

$30

Canberra ACT, Australia

18th Jun 2022

Looking for a local to get acquainted with our temperamental dog in order to be available for ad hoc pet sitting. Task would involve bonding with my dog through walks and basic house cleaning to ensure she is comfortable with your presence in the house. Experience with working dogs preferred. Enquire for further details.

HOUSE/DOG SITTER

$1,234

Flynn ACT, Australia

1st Jun 2022

Looking for a responsible house/pet sitter for 3 weeks 25th June - 16th July 22. We have 2 dogs, Tilly 6 years (Jack Russell) and Charlie 2.5years (Border Collie) Lovely home, unlimited internet, Netflix, Stan, Prime, Disney Name your fee :-) - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 24 June 2022

Dog sitting

$250

Reid ACT, Australia

1st Apr 2022

Looking for care our small Maltese x dog from Good Friday to Easter Monday at your home.

Hayley did a wonderful job looking after our dog. Highly recommend!

Dog sitting for 7 month old toy poodle

$80

Canberra ACT, Australia

14th Mar 2022

Hey everybody :) I’m looking for a dog sitter who can look after my toy poodle Romeo from 10am - 7pm a couple days a week. I will provide all pee pads, toys, food & treats and all other necessities + $80 cash paid either when I drop Romeo to you or when I pick him up. I will provide all transportation. If you’re someone who’s fun and caring and has extra time on their hands looking for a side huddle then this job is for you!! Open to everybody! Message me if you’d like to be Romeos newest best friend 😄

Needing a dog sitter at your home

$20

Lyneham ACT, Australia

7th Mar 2022

Hi, I’m looking for someone to look after my two medium dogs for 12-14th March. Will need daily walks and fed at night. I’ll give you their gear, bed can be put in laundry and they can sleep there at night. Not tested around cats, we have two school aged kids and are fine.

Dog minding at sitters house. for small indoor dog.

$200

Dickson ACT, Australia

19th Feb 2022

Very small sociable 6 mth old dog/pup. Need a sitter from 13-18 April. At sitters house. Only by self or with small friendly dogs - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 13th Apr 2022

Dog sitting

$200

Canberra ACT, Australia

14th Feb 2022

I need my dog to be looked after in your house between the dates of 26th Feb and 7 of March..doesn't have to be inclusive but a chunk of time between those dates. She's a sweetie and loves to be around humans. She needs a daily walk and other than that get be left alone inside or out. Let me know if you're interested or have anymore questions. Negotiable on price - Due date: Before Monday, 7th Mar 2022

I am looking for a dog sitter

$100

Crace ACT, Australia

29th Jan 2022

Dog sitter is coming pet’s home to stay 3-4 hrs or up to 8hrs a day. It depends on my work schedules and - Due date: Flexible