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Recent Dog Sitting reviews in East Melbourne

Great job my dog was so happy and easy to deal with

Dog minding

$150

Thanks Alex and Brad for looking after our dog. He was happy to see us this afternoon and is now all toasty inside with us ! Julie and family

Dog sitting

$40

Bridget was terrific! Very kind and caring and clearly loves dogs. Highly recommended.

Dog sitting - feed, water and socialise once a day

$200

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

Dog sitting

$30

Very professional, easy to deal with

Dog sitting

$50

Great help,Looked after our dogs nicely.Flexibility is big plus!

Dog Minding

$80

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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 East Melbourne

Dog sitting, walking, training for 5 weeks

$750

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

13th Mar 2024

Daily visit, feeding, walking, daily updates and training.for 5 weeks of friendly, boisterous large dog.

Dog walking, occasional dog sitting for two staffies

$5

Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia

18th Feb 2024

I’m looking for someone local who can occasionally walk/feed/dogsit/overnight stay my two cheeky staffies. Lately I’ve been very busy and it would be great to find someone reliable and trustworthy to give them some extra care. They are very friendly and require lots of affection and attention and don’t like to be left alone for long periods so I’d like them to become familiar with someone willing to spend some time with them. Generally well behaved but also very strong and boisterous when excited so would need someone with experience with dogs. Obviously you’d be welcome to spend time/stay at my house when required as I’d much prefer them stay on my property where they are comfortable. Requirements will differ depending on the my circumstances as sometimes they may only need walking or feeding or potentially more attention and care (ie overnight stay or at least time spent with them in the evening and then again the following day/evening) No set times or dates right at this moment however I often need help so I’m happy to pay someone for a meet and greet/walk with Kingston and bee whenever it suits to see if we can work something out 😊

Dog Sitting

$100

Blackburn South VIC, Australia

22nd Jan 2024

Hi my dog sitter has canceled! I’m looking for someone (a dog sitter) to watch my Chihuahua Larry. Experience with the breed preferred. 5 days - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 23 January 2024

Dog sitting

$50

Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia

18th Jan 2024

Looking for local pet sitter to look after my two elderly dogs 19-22 Jan. Needs to be in sitter's home. Preferably within 15 mins of my home in Templestowe Lower. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 19 January 2024

Jen & Raf took great care of my two elderly dogs who came back very happy. Easy to communicate with, super flexible and friendly. Would use 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!

House + dog sitting

$850

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

29th Nov 2023

Seeking a house + dog sitter. Dec 6th to Jan 15th. Two doggies - golden retriever and Bernese. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 6 December 2023

Dog Sitting

$250

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2023

I am looking for someone to look after my long haired miniature sausage dog from 25th/26th December to the 8th of January. He is very friendly and is fully toilet trained. He gets along with most other dogs and is an inside dog (sleeps inside). Thanks, Alex - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Dog Minder Needed

$10

Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia

18th Oct 2023

We are a couple living in Hawthorn East and have been called back in to the office minimum 2 days a week. We have a Jack Russell x Corgi that requires to be looked after at least two days a week preference Monday and Tuesday from 7:30am pick him up and drop him off between 5/5:30. No need to feed him he will be fed, will come with toys and treats, loves walking and walking some more. He can be very energetic or just lay in the sun. If you are looking for company minimum 2 days a week this is the task for you. If you know jack russells they can be feisty and demanding but we will go through his odd but mildly amusing behavior.. If this sounds like the job for you please reach out and we can discuss. - Due date: Flexible

Dog Sitter (in home)

$35

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

7th Oct 2023

Dog sitter needed from Monday 9th - Friday 13th From 10 am - 4 pm each day The price is per day $35 - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 9 October 2023

Dog sitter

$31

Box Hill North VIC, Australia

29th Sep 2023

Hello, I’m looking for a pet sitter for a small Jack Russell 2-3 times per week (or as per your availability). Just simple feeding & walking. Offering 31.93/hr + penalty rates (based off award rate) - Due date: Flexible

Dog minding for 5 days

$300

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

20th Sep 2023

minding a medium sized dog for 5 days - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 21 September 2023

Dog sitter for 21 October

$60

Doncaster VIC, Australia

13th Sep 2023

I we need my dog sited when we go out he is a small mini foxy who needs company - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 21 October 2023

Need a dog minder

$40

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

22nd Aug 2023

A small Maltese dog. Need someone to take care of him, while I’m away. He needs to stay at your place. He is 4 years old. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 25 August 2023

Dog Sitter Required - Burwood

$200

Burwood VIC, Australia

21st Aug 2023

Dog sitter (feeding and walking) required from Tuesday 5/9/23 to Saturday 9/9/23. Small medium dog (Begalier), happy/friendly temperament - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 5 September 2023

Dog sitting

$80

Templestowe Lower VIC 3107, Australia

23rd Jul 2023

Dog sitter for medium size staffy xrross - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 28 July 2023

Dog sitting

$270

Kew VIC, Australia

13th Jun 2023

I’m going away for 2 weeks and my mini dachshund baby needs a friendly home to stay at. She is 2 years old and very affectionate little apartment dog so she is used to a small home but loves running around on real grass so would love somewhere with a yard. - Due date: Before Sunday, 9 July 2023

Amazing thank you so much!!

Puppy sitter for a couple of hours

$40

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

9th Jun 2023

I need somebody trustworthy to take care of my 10 week old hungarian vizsler, Ziggy. He's a total hunky all kinds of cute. Though needs constant supervision. Ideally the person is able to pick him up from my house. I would need some proof that your trustworthy - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 9 June 2023

Puppy sitter

$70

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

7th Jun 2023

I need a puppy sitter for a 10 week old viszler. He's very very demanding. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 7 June 2023

Dog sit a beloved family pet

$5

Bulleen VIC, Australia

21st May 2023

Dog sit mum's beloved 7kg 16years old Maltese X Shitzu on Saturday 27th May and Sunday 28th May from 7am to 10pm both days as I have work. At your place. He is well behaved and toilet trained, but at his age needs to be let out regularly for toileting. He's used to company all the time so preference is for a person or family who can be around and not left for hours alone in an unfamiliar place. No young kids in the household who are energetic please. One short walk during the sit if you are able...no more than 10mins required. Bedding, food and Oral med will be provided for dinner both nights. Preference for a home without young kids and preference for no other pets. Please quote an hourly rate for those hours listed 7am -10pm on Sat and Sunday. Balance to be paid in person. Thanks for considering and look forwards to your offers of service. Cheers Dave - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 27 May 2023

Lovely, kind, patient and flexible. Thanks Bettina 🙏

Dog sitter for Cocker Spaniel 7 hrs tomorrow

$50

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

21st May 2023

Dog sit a gorgeous 8 month old Cocker Spaniel from 2.30pm to 9.45pm. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 22 May 2023