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Help fix clogged toilet (cat litter)

$150

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

Michael was great- super helpful, friendly and great communication

Water garden while we are on holiday

$340

The cats look great, so much attention to detail and making sure they were as comfortable as possible!

2 x cats need grooming - ‘lion cuts’

$200

Haroulla was really lovely and did an excellent job handling my cat in my home despite him putting up quite a fight. Thank you so much for making the experience a much less traumatic one than visiting a groomer in a shop!

Cat grooming - nothing fancy!

$60

Amy was great with our Pup! Very thankful

Dog sitting

$250

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

$70 - $250

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$70

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$140

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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

FREE Fish tank & stand - worth $1000+ new, great condition.

$50

Port Phillip VIC, Australia

28th Nov 2025

I'm looking for someone to empty & remove my Fluval Flex 123L fish tank + stand - they are yours to keep. Tank: https://fluvalaquatics.com/uk/shop/product/freshwater-32-5-freshwater Stand: https://www.amazingamazon.com.au/products/fluval-flex-123-aquarium-cabinet-white-html Included is everything you need to run this tank: LED lights (controlled via bluetooth/app), pump, filters, water testing kits, chemicals, fish food, an automatic fish feeder. You could keep it for yourself or clean it and sell it. I've easily spent over $2000 on this setup - the fish tank alone is worth $650 new, and the stand was $400 at the time. Please note this tank is heavy -I recommend you bring a trolley.

I need a dog sitter during the xmas period in Melbourne Dec 18-Jan 10

$300

South Yarra, Victoria

26th Nov 2025

I need a dog sitter for my 4 year old French bulldog. She's pretty happy after 1 walk / day but needs to stay cool and indoors most of the day since she is prone to overheating. She's otherwise pretty chill and easy to take care of, pretty playful. She can stay at your place from Dec 18-Jan 10.

Cat boarding required over holiday season

$30

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

25th Nov 2025

Hi, we're looking to leave our cat at a sitter's home over the Christmas and New Year period. - need to be based near City/Southbank - would be open to meeting before locking in the job - our cat is an indoor cat, he's very curious and can be shy, but once comfortable, he's very friendly - looking at $25 - $30 a night - we will provide food, litter, toys - we can also do drop-off and pick-up

Build a cat cage

$75

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

25th Nov 2025

Located in ST Kilda Hi I need someone's help to build a cat cage on my balcony

Dog sitting/training. 12th Dec to 23rd Jan

$45

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

24th Nov 2025

Looking after my dog for the Chris holidays. Dog training can also be considered. Please quote for 1 day trial first.

Grooming my dog

$45

Kensington VIC, Australia

24th Nov 2025

touch up my dog's haircut

Cat sitting

$400

Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Cat sitting Looking for someone to cat sitting my cat Tuna (at your place) while I’m away from 15 Dec to 6 Jan. She usually gets along with other cats but prob with not too many at once. Will provide food and toys etc. Thank you!

Cat groom and weekly playtime cuddles

$60

Coburg VIC, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Hello 👋 I’m looking for a trustworthy person to maintain my cats. They’re 2 British short hairs male and female age 3. Hair brushing and nail clipping whenever needed but they are in a large cat Avery and need love and affection but I just had a baby and lacking on giving them this. Can you help me?

Give me kitten a good wash and shampoo.

$40

South Yarra VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

I need someone to give my 10 month old kitten a really good clean. He's a dirty grubby boy and needs a good shampoo in the bath. I have the shampoo and stuff, but I don't want to do it to him as he is a rescue and is quite scared and I don't want him to hold a grudge on me. He is so adorable does have sharp claws but he is such a sweetheart and would never mean to scratch you, but you might need to wear a long sleeve or gloves just in case. Photos of kitty attached! I also cannot afford most offers as l am a broke uni student. I really need the help tho!

Cat grooming

$100

South Yarra VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Cat grooming shave and cut

Very good with a challenging cat, 10/10

Looking for Pet Boarding (9 Dec – 20 Feb) 🐶

$1,300

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Hi! I’m looking for someone to provide pet boarding for my dog while I’m away from 9 December to 20 February. He’s a gentle spoodle who loves company and enjoys playing, especially once he gets comfortable. He can be a little shy at first, but he warms up quickly and becomes very affectionate. If you offer pet boarding or know someone who does, I’d love to hear from you. He just needs a safe, caring, and patient environment while I’m away. Thank you! 🐾

Cat grooming

$150

Docklands VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

I have four cats that need to be brushed and have their nails clipped. This will be an ongoing 3-4 weekly job Please send me through your offers. I’m open to offers

Pet sitter

$50

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

20th Nov 2025

I need two, high energy toy poodles looked after from my home in Southbank. Will need to be walked at least twice per day. $50 per night.

Find my cat urgently please 🙏🏽

$1,000

Canal Ward VIC, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Find my cat urgently please 🙏🏽 We believe he was taken early hours of 26th October in Goldsmith Street, Elwood next to Elwood College. He is shy and cuddly and is an indoor cat. Award for $1,000. We are desperate as he had surgery last June and we miss him so much. Please help thank you $25 per hour from Thursday 10pm for 2-3 hours to search with me in St kilda, Elwood area and if you find my cat then an extra $1,000 will be paid to you. You will need your own torch and comfortable clothing/shoes as we will be walking up and down the beach and around houses/apts etc…Thank you 🙏🏽

Dog Sitter 🐶

$120

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

19th Nov 2025

Hi! I'm looking for a dog sitter from the 5th - 7th December for my mini groodle. Kippy is 1 year 8 months old, super sweet, active, and very well-behaved. He loves walks, playtime, and hanging out with people. Kippy would be dropped to your house early Friday morning. Let me know if you're available and what your rates are. Happy to chat further or arrange a meet-and-greet!

Cat sitter at host home

$100

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

3rd Oct 2025

Hello, I need a sitter for my cat at host home, details: Name: Milo Age: 4 years Breed: Tabby Domestic shorthair Required from the night of 28th October, 2025 till 11th November, 2025. I can drop and pickup, will provide food.

Thanks for taking care of Milo😊

Clean my aquarium

$50

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

5th Sep 2025

Clean filter and tank, not tropical 1100x490x300 approx

All good! Would recommend

Pet Sitter Needed – (Dog Stays in Your House 21-25/08))

$140

Richmond VIC 3121, Austrália

18th Aug 2025

Hello! I am looking for a sitter for my dog Jazz (Bull Arab mix) from 21–25 Aug in your house. He’s very quiet, playful, low maintenance, sleep and toilet trained. He does his business in the backyard twice per day and only needs one walk a day. Food, bed, toys, and everything he needs will be provided. Offer: $30–$35 per day. Prefer someone experienced with dogs, based around Richmond or South Yarra or near train stations, but flexible if you’re the right fit. Thank you!

Amazing service and very accommodating, thank you so much!

Walk my dog while I’m at work!

$25

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

18th Jul 2025

My dog will be home alone. You will need to access my apartment near QV/ State Library and take him out for a 30-60min walk anytime between 1130 and 1pm so that he can have a wee/poop and a walk. We would need to have a ‘meet and greet’ so my dog is used to you before you do this without me present. Would suit a student or CBD worker- looking to make this a weekly event during school time for the right person.

Great communication and job done perfectly.

Move my dog from Melbourne to Adelaide

$300

South Ward VIC, Australia

16th Jul 2025

Move my dog from Brunswick melbourne to adelaide. She’s used to travelling interstate in a car.

Very easy to work with and got the job.

Recent Pet Boarding tasks in Melbourne

Looking for Pet Boarding (9 Dec – 20 Feb) 🐶

$1,300

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Hi! I’m looking for someone to provide pet boarding for my dog while I’m away from 9 December to 20 February. He’s a gentle spoodle who loves company and enjoys playing, especially once he gets comfortable. He can be a little shy at first, but he warms up quickly and becomes very affectionate. If you offer pet boarding or know someone who does, I’d love to hear from you. He just needs a safe, caring, and patient environment while I’m away. Thank you! 🐾

Pet Boarding 27/12 - 06/01

$250

Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th Dec 2024

We’re looking for pet boarding for 27/12 - 06/01 as our friend who is currently looking after our 2 dogs will be away on those dates. Thanks Paula

Pet Boarding from 27/12 - 06/01

$250

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

24th Nov 2024

Need someone to petsit our 2 lovely dogs from 27/12 to 01/06. No daily walk needed. We will be providing our own food. Note boarding will be at your place. Great for someone who’s working from home and need the extra cash.

Looking for pet boarding for Christmas for my pup

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2022

Not sure my chances on here but I’ve just moved to Melbourne and need someone to look after my little Pomeranian dog. For the 24th 25th 26th and 27th I would need someone to have him at their place I’ll provide everything of course. Anywhere in melb I can drop him. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Pet boarding

$350

Melbourne, VIC

13th Jul 2022

Hi i would like to get dog boarding for my dog from 21 July to 7th August. my dog is 1.5 yo french bulldog. Basic trained. Very friendly. Love to play Dog boarding in ur home.. Food and toys will be provided by me. near Melbourne CBD (Prefer if pickup and drop off provided) Thanks - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 21 July 2022