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Jin was an excellent carer for our two corgis. We were on holiday for three weeks and she took the best care for them taking them for long walks and keeping them entertained. Jin will go above and beyond with daily pics while we were on holiday. Highly recommend her services.

Dog sitter for 2 corgis, 3 weeks in May

$1,000

Great person. Easy to communicate,

Required - dog sitter- 3 weeks - 2 tiny dogs

$400

I couldn’t be happier with the care my dog Honey received! Jee Wee was incredibly reliable, attentive, and clearly has a natural way with animals. They kept me updated with regular photos and messages, which gave me so much peace of mind while I was away. My dog was relaxed and happy when I got back such a great sign! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring pet-sitter. Will definitely book again!

Dog Sitting — Gentle, Low-Energy Care 🐾

$100

Meky took such good care of my dog, I am so appreciative of her for going above and beyond to make sure he was cared for and happy!!

New years pet sitter **please don’t apply if you have other pets**

$550

Kieahn was great.Took care of my rotti very well. Very good Experience all round. Will def use again in the Future.

Dog sitting

$150

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Why find a local pet sitter through Airtasker?

Looking for a professional pet sitter? Whether you’re a pet owner planning a holiday or you work long hours, you’ll soon need to find a pet sitter near you to take care of your furry, scaly, and feathered friends. Your pet sitter can pop around to your home on a casual basis to feed and exercise animals. Or you can hire a pet sitter to look after your pets long-term while you travel. Professional pet sitting is a great way to ensure your pets can stay in their usual home environment and you don’t have to pay expensive boarding kennel fees.

Finding a pet sitter is as simple as posting your task on Airtasker. You’ll hear from top-rated local pet sitters who will love your animals just as much as you do.

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Top Pet Sitting related questions

Boarding kennels can be expensive for you and frightening for your pet. A pet sitter who comes to your home will ensure your pet can stay comfortable in their usual environment and you might even save on fees. Plus, a long-term pet sitter may also be available to help with house sitting while you’re away for long periods of time.

It depends on the arrangement offered by your pet sitter and what you and your pet feel more comfortable with. You might meet with your pet sitter before you commit to help you decide what option will work best for everyone.

No. Pet sitters don’t need a license in Australia, or any specific qualifications.

The best place to find pet sitter is on Airtasker. A good pet sitter will have high ratings, glowing reviews, and evidence of working with happy pet owners in the past.

While the average cost of dog sitters is between $50 and $200 on Airtasker, the exact price will depend on your location, how often you need the service, the number and type of pets, and how much care is needed.

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What does professional pet sitting include?

Pet sitters will give your pets the practical care they need, as well as love and attention they crave while you’re away. Professional pet sitters are experienced in looking after dogs, cats, birds, chickens, ducks, snakes, rats, mice, guinea pigs, fish, horses, cows, and many more animals. Some ways your pet sitter may help are:

Feeding your pet

Most pets need feeding once or twice a day, plus water checked, changed, and topped up. Your professional pet sitter will make sure your pet has fresh, clean water and that they’re fed on schedule with the right quantities and foods, as specified in your instructions. If your pet has special dietary requirements, you can let your pet sitter know so they can accommodate them. 

Exercising your pet

While some pets get enough exercise from running around their enclosure or yard area, if you have a dog, they’ll probably need regular walks. Whether it’s three times a day or just a couple of times a week, your pet sitter can take your dog for a walk so they stay fit, happy, and healthy while you’re on holidays or working late in the office.

Cleaning up

Don’t come home from your holiday or a long day at work to a messy house, yard, or cage. Your pet sitter can take care of all kinds of pet messes so you don’t have to stress. They’ll pick up dog droppings and dispose of them in the bin, change kitty litter as needed, and replace the newspaper in the bottom of your bird or reptile enclosure. Plus, if you’re on an extended holiday, your pet sitter can help arrange pet grooming services like dog grooming and dog washing.

Catering to special requirements

Do you have a dog with diabetes or cat with cataracts? If your pet needs extra special attention, let your professional pet sitter know. Most pet sitters are experienced in pets with special needs, including daily injections, specific diets, giving oral medications, and more. They can even help arrange visits to the vet if your pet needs some extra care. 

Recent Pet Sitting tasks

Pet sitter

$40

Edmondson Park NSW 2174, Australia

12th Aug 2026

Need a pet sitter for 2 nights

Pet Sitter

$150

Morayfield QLD 4506, Australia

11th Aug 2026

I may have to leave my current home unexpectedly, and I don't know exactly when that will happen. If I enter crisis accommodation, I may need my dog cared for temporarily until I secure permanent housing. It could be a few days, week or 3 or 4 months. I am not entirely sure. My dog is really friendly she is desexed, she can be very excitable but loves everyone. Her recall isn't great. She isn't good with wildlife or cats but loves all dogs her main breed is American Staffy. I might have to go into crisis accommodation sometime in September or October. I just need someone I can trust to take care of her until I can find a safe place for us. I can provide food and her flea & tick medication every month. I am looking at paying someone $100-$150 a week and that isn't counting the money I can pay for Flea & Tick + Food. She doesn't have any medication needed, she does have some paw allergies as long as she doesn't lick her paws too much and has her cone that I will supply on overnight she will be fine.

Dog Sitter from 13th August to 16th

$180

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

10th Aug 2026

Hello looking for someone to look after Peace for 4 days from Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th please reach out would be great

Looking for a dog sitter

$250

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

10th Aug 2026

hi everyone, looking for someone to look after my gfs dog while i take her away for a 4-5 days toilet trained - preferably goes every 2-4. hours but he gets bladder issues if he holds longer then 5 hours.. he’s 2 years 7 months loves cuddles, wants to be close to you but will also leave you alone if you need space gets fed 2x a day but dinner is less will give food for the stay, he eats mostly raw and veg, he gets some treats in between like frozen chicken feet and drumsticks etc…. not too many.. he’s very spoiled loves to sleep, will play and get zoomies if at a dog park, has a lot of energy. he has training markers like “good”and “yes” for release… will test you though be firm. will show you beforehand he’s a mummas boy for sure but loves everyone

Need a dog sitter for 16 days

$20

Wyong NSW, Australia

10th Aug 2026

We have half white husky/german Shepherd We can provide her bed and food too

Cat Sitting

$50

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

10th Aug 2026

Cat sitting required for a few days. Overnight stay preferred, happy to discuss terms and services inclusion etc

Need a dog sitter to feed and walk our dog for 3 nights over a weekend

$100

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

9th Aug 2026

We need a dog sitter walker to feed and walk our dog whilst we are away for a weekend. We will be away from Friday morning 28th August till Monday morning 31st August. The meals will be precooked and kept in the fridge so it's easy to manage. Feeding times below Friday night: 5pm Saturday: 7am and 5pm Sunday: 7am and 5pm Walking just around the block so he can get frest air. He is desexed and is wasy to walk. He is a 13month old american staffy. He knows all the basic commands and he has to do them before getting fed.

Dog sitter 06 August

$60

Kingsford NSW, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Hi We are looking for someone to mind our 7 month old Viszla named Kaiser Thursday 08 August, ideally between 10-2 however could do all day if easier. Either at our house our yours. He has separation anxiety so doesn’t like to be alone all for long periods

Rebecca really helped us out last minute to look after our puppy. Great job, very happy with the service

Cat Sit For 3 Hours

$50

East Brisbane, Queensland

4th Aug 2026

Pick up my very sweet and friendly cat (Tilly) and house them at yours for a few hours while I have an inspection. Pickup at 12 drop off at 3:30

Great cat sitter very reliable

Cat sitter needed 25/07

$15

Hillsdale NSW 2036, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Hey needing someone to pick up and cat sit my cat from 7.30am to 4.30 pm hopefully i can pick her up or she can be dropped off earlier

Thank you Jamie helped me out heaps and pookie was happy great experience overall😁😁😁

Dog sitting chihuahua

$35

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

15th Jul 2026

Chihuahua - dog sitting at your location. From Thursday evening till Monday evening. 11 yo female dog. Better with someone present home more often Prefer home without other dogs or cat. Kids are best friend to her

Best person for dog sitting. Look after our chihuahua for 4 days. Look after best. Send pics everyday. Most recommended dog sitter.

Pet sitting

$250

South Wentworthville NSW 2145, Australia

15th Jul 2026

Hi, I urgently need a reliable and friendly pet sitter from today till Monday the 20th of July which is next week Monday. Please send me your quotes and I'll get back asap.

I am forever grateful for Nabila. Since the first day I knew my fur baby would be in good hands, she provided so much love and care for Milo I wish I could thank her a million times. Nabila also kept me updated throughout the whole time by sending me the cutest photos and the best part about it Milo was so happy you could just see it in his eyes how safe is. Thank you so much I am grateful for you darling. Much love 💕

Pet sitter required

$200

Ormeau Hills QLD 4208, Australia

14th Jul 2026

Require a pet sitter who could look after my dog for 1-2 weeks at their home. He’s super well behaved, loveable, great with children, male staffy, 4 years old. Very low maintenance. Dog food will obviously be supplied.

Super helpful and professional

Pet sit my 10 month old Border Collie

$50

Seaforth NSW 2092, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Need a dog lover to babysit our 10 month old Border Collie for the weekend. Happy for someone to stay at our house in Seaforth or for Bruce to stay at someone’s house. He will need a backyard though. Beautiful nature. Super friendly

Sofia was incredible. She did a perfect job and was so wonderful to deal with. Would highly recommend.

Regular Dog Walker & Future Holiday Pet Sitter – Underdale

$25

Underdale SA 5032, Australia

2nd Jul 2026

Hi! I'm looking for a reliable, caring and experienced dog walker for my 10-year-old male Husky, Max. Max is a friendly and well-socialised dog who loves people and enjoys getting out for a walk. He's older now, so he has a calm temperament and enjoys a relaxed 30–45 minute walk rather than high-intensity exercise. What I'm looking for: A regular dog walker for ongoing walks (days and times can be discussed) Someone experienced with larger breeds is preferred Reliable, trustworthy and genuinely enjoys spending time with dogs I'll generally be home when you arrive, so you'll simply be picking Max up from my house, taking him for his walk and bringing him back. I'm also hoping to find someone who may be available for short-term holiday care in the future. Ideally, I'd love Max to build a relationship with one person he knows and trusts, rather than using different carers each time I'm away. Please include in your offer: Your experience with dogs Your availability Your rate for a 30-minute walk Whether you offer overnight or holiday pet sitting Budget: Around $25–30 per 30-minute walk, but I'm happy to discuss with the right person. If you're local to Underdale or the surrounding suburbs, that's a bonus. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Erin was punctual and great in communication. She did a great job managing my dog.

Dog sitting (5th -9th July)

$250

Upper Coomera QLD 4209, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Hey, I’m going away from the 5th–9th of July this year and I’m looking for someone who might be able to take and look after my sausage dog while I’m away. He’s a really chill dog and doesn’t require much maintenance — he mainly just needs feeding, and walking once or twice throughout that those dates. It would honestly mean a lot if anyone could help out. Thank you so much! $50 per day (we can supply dog food for you and collar + leash) Please ask any questions

Martin was great! Funny guy, he looked after my dog when I was desperate trying to find a dog kennel, he’s the best, highly recommend as a professional!!! :)

Dog sitter Tues 30th 11:30- 1:30pm

$40

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

29th Jun 2026

Looking for a dog sitter just a couple of hours tomorrow 11:30-1:30pm lives locally either Mosman, Cremorne or neutral Bay or can get to Balmoral Beach. She just needs minding not necessarily exercising. Looking for offers below $50

Amazing communication, so sweet with Del and accomodating to my last min requests- thank you Gemma so much!

Pet sitter

$80

Thornlands QLD 4164, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Looking for someone to watch my two dogs from 12-4:30pm on Saturday 27th as my usual sitter had to pull out. Sitting will be at our house as both dogs become reactive in new environments. At home, both dogs are relaxed and cuddly. One will probably beg to play fetch the whole time while the other snoozes on the couch beside you. No need to walk them just keeping them company for a few hours.

My dogs had a great time! Thank you so much!!

Dog sitter

$75

Travancore VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

I need a dog sitter that can look after my 1y/o puppy overnight. (Wednesday night 20/5, pick up at 9pm Thursday I can drop him off and pick him up.

Bhavaani is amazing. She took care of my dog really well, excellent communication!