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Recent Pet Care reviews

So often we forget that we're human, and that we need each other, especially in times like these. James was there when I need him, like a friend you asked a favor of. Be assured you'll be taken care of. Clifford U.S.M.C.

Fish tank and stand

$100

Bryan was awesome for the task I had of moving a bulky heavy chicken coop. He and his team had a great attitude and problem solving approach to got the job done. Thank you Bryan!

Chicken coop moved 9 miles from Cypress, CA to Norwalk, CA

$500

Dave was prompt, thoughtful and efficient! Will definitely use again !!

Put together a cat enclosure

$100

It waS a very trying time for me .. he was caring an compassionate bury my beloved dog .. I highly recommend him

Bury my dog

$100

Wonderful job!! Highly recommend Robert.

Drain & clean a 30 gallon fish tank

$200

He’s great! Super helpful

Clean out fish tank

$155

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Why book pet care services through Airtasker?

Looking for pet care services to help with looking after your pet? Many pets need a high level of care and attention, and it can be tricky to manage these needs on your own if you’re away, working long hours, or going through a busy phase of life. Fortunately, there are plenty of pet lovers who are happy to provide pet care services in your area and help keep your furry, feathered, or scaley friend happy and healthy.

Whether you need pet sitting, grooming, or walking, booking your pet care services is easy on Airtasker. You can hire a canine companion for the weekend or get pet sitters for days you're on vacation. Simply post your task and you’ll soon get offers from pet lovers near you who are ready to help.

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Top Pet Care related questions

The average cost of pet care services on Airtasker is $25 to $140, but it could cost more or less than this. The price will depend on the service you need, what kind of pet you have, and how much time is needed to complete your task. For example, the rates for dog sitting can start at $25. Cat sitter rates can range from $20 to $30 per day. Specify the type of service you need to get the right quote and find a Tasker offering pet care in your area. 

Pet carers can help with all aspects of keeping your pet happy and healthy. Depending on your pet, services can include feeding, exercising, grooming, cleaning/washing, pet sitting, or doggy day care. 

Pet carers generally take care of dogs or cats, but many are experienced in a wide range of animals, including birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, horses, goats, chickens, ducks, rodents, fish, and reptiles. Be sure to specify the type of animal the Tasker will be caring for when you post a task.

No qualifications are necessary to be a pet carer, but a love for animals and a caring personality helps. You may find a pet care provider who has done pet-minding courses to formalize their experience. However, it is recommended to do a background check and determine if the Tasker has the right experience or qualifications for your task.

It depends on whether your pet care is happening at home or in a new environment. Usually, if your pet is being cared for at your home, they’ll use their existing items (like leashes, collars, and feeding bowls). But if your service provider is caring for the pet in a new environment or using special tools (like grooming tools), they’ll usually use their own.

As a pet owner, you want the best for your beloved animal. Hiring pet care professionals means your pet can still get the care and attention it needs when you’re away on vacation, working, or just too busy. Your pet can get the companionship and care they need to be happy and healthy.

Top Pet Boarding related questions

In most cases, no. The pet boarding specialist brings years of experience and has honed their skills by boarding many different species of pets, each with different temperaments and needs. You can expect your hired specialist to have all the tools and equipment ready, although you can supply items that can help make their job easier - this can include your pet’s favorite blanket, toys or treats to keep them from feeling stressed during their stay. 

That depends on how long you’ve scheduled your pet for its boarding services. The service begins as soon as you drop off your pet at the pet boarding facility then ends when you retrieve them or have them fetched. This can take a minimum of a day to a couple of weeks, depending on how long you’ve booked your pet for its stay at the boarding facility. 

Yes! If you offer pet boarding services and need hired hands, you can hire a Tasker to help. You can find Taskers for this and other related tasks like pet grooming, pet transport, pet feeding, and pet sitting services. It’s possible to hire Taskers even for complex and unusual jobs like drone repair. There’s always an experienced Tasker standing by for hire. Just make a post with all the essential details to attract suitable Taskers. 

The usual approach is to use a search engine and pore through many other websites, but there’s a faster, more convenient way: sign up on Airtasker and make a post on our platform. Potential dog boarding experts will ask about your pet, what sort of care you want for them and give you a free quote. You can see reviews and ratings on them before you hire one, and negotiate the price.

No, you can find pet boarding facilities and expert service providers for other species as well. There are pet boarding facilities and services that specialize in many species like birds, snakes, lizards or other reptiles. You may even see boarding facilities exclusive to rabbits and guinea pigs! The key to finding the right boarding service is to make a post on Airtasker. Just include all the details about your pet and the sort of care you want for them. 

If the pet boarding facility is nearby, schedule a visit to see the facility and bring your pet along. Ask the staff about their services and observe how the other pets are treated. Look for attentive, caring staff, adequate living space, and that the pets get enough ventilation, food and water. On Airtasker, pet boarding services have reviews and ratings; you can also see comments from past clients for your peace of mind

What do pet care services include?

Pet care services go beyond basic care for your pets - 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 dog walkers, pet sitters, or even pet food delivery, Airtasker can connect you with professionals offering pet care in your area. 

Here are a range of pet care services available to help with your pet:

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. Some can even offer a day camp with different activities for dogs or cats. 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 pet, dog, or cat sitting service, your pet can stay in familiar surroundings and keep to their routine. 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. While walking with their canine companion, 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 socialization. Your dog walker will use your dog’s normal collar and lead, plus bring along treats to encourage good behavior. They’ll walk your dog for around 30 minutes, 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. Specialized 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 for a house-trained and obedient pet. Dog training can help to improve your dog’s behaviors such as digging, jumping, and barking, while also giving them a chance to socialize with other dogs. Training can be done individually or as part of a group. Many new pet owners enroll their dogs into puppy preschool from as young as 8 weeks to encourage good behavior early on.

Recent Pet Care tasks

Need tank to be cleaned and fully functioning with fish swimming.

$100

Granada Hills CA 91344, USA

Sep 8th 2025

Need fish tank cleaned and ready for fully functioning operations.

Fish tank repair

$100

Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, USA

Sep 7th 2025

I need the silicone replaced on a 40 gallon octagon fish tank

Cat has spots on him from food and fleas ive got meds for him

$30

Leander TX 78645, USA

Sep 4th 2025

Cat has maybe a food allergy but i just got him flea meds and i have applied them but i feel like that the flea and the food allergy together had made the issues worse then it would be he start to itch alot more then he started to scratch of his fur in some spots

Help install my 40 gallon salt water fish tank

$150

Santa Ana CA, USA

Sep 2nd 2025

I need someone to figure out how to install my water chiller and put the saltwater in my tank I don’t know what I’m doing

One-Time Cat Feeding Help

$40

Phoenix AZ 85006, USA

Sep 2nd 2025

Need someone to feed my outdoor cats on Friday, Sept 6 at 7 PM. Food and bowls will be in a lockbox (code provided). Just unlock, pour food into bowls, lock up. Takes about two minutes or less. Water will already be provided.

Totally dependable! Now I know exactly who to call when I need help feeding my fur babies ☺️

Water indoor plants

$45

Rocky Mount NC 27804, USA

Sep 1st 2025

water a dozen indoor plants once per week

Feed three cats one can of wet food each. Check water/dry food/litter

$20

Frisco TX 75034, USA

Sep 1st 2025

Only to give them each one wet food can. (Any time of the day) And to just take a peak at: the water bowl The dry food bowl and The litter box. (-Just to make sure the water bowl isn't making any whirring noises. (Refill if needed) -keeping an eye on the dry food container (refill if needed) - checking on litter box lights and replace bag if blinking

Resales aquarium

$20

Hixson TN 37343, USA

Aug 31st 2025

Sealed all the aquarium 40 gallons

Aquarium maintenance

$100

Georgetown TX 78628, USA

Aug 31st 2025

Diagnose and fix freshwater aquarium issues

Cat bathed and full cut

$150

Audubon NJ 08106, USA

Aug 30th 2025

Full grooming nails ears bathed shaved and cut for a long haired Persian cat

Fish tank cleaner

$100

Lake City FL 32025, USA

Aug 30th 2025

Fish tank has algae around it water murky you can only see the fish at the bottom. It's sand on the bottom of the tank with alot of babies

Fish tank cleaned of algae water cleared

$100

Lake City FL 32025, USA

Aug 30th 2025

There is algae around the tank,water is murky you can only see the fish at the bottom. Sand on the bottom of tank with alot off babies

Treadmill wont stay on

$120

Las Vegas NV 89148, USA

Aug 30th 2025

Treadmill wont stay on...

Bring in mail. Empty water from dehumidifier. Long term

$30

Mount Wolf PA 17347, USA

Aug 28th 2025

Just need someone to bring in mail and empty dehumidifier water once or twice a week

Fish tank cleaner

$200

Windsor CO 80550, USA

Aug 28th 2025

I have a 75 gallon fish tank that needs to drain and lightly clean.Fill back up.

I need someone to barbecue

$100

Portland OR 97229, USA

Aug 28th 2025

I need someone to barbecue chicken for a party. I am having in a couple weeks. There will be approximately 60 people. I will provide all the chicken. I am anticipating about 30 pounds. The barbecue is available for you. I just don’t have the time to do it myself. You can barbecue it and leave it, I will handle it from there.

Water outdoor plants once a day for one week

$150

Dallas TX 75218, USA

Jun 30th 2025

Water outdoor plants once a day for a week

Mary is wonderful! I had a “hot job” ( outdoors in Texas, ugh) and she was on it! Highly recommend her. Communication was prompt. Courteous.

Cat sitting

$125

Pahrump NV 89048, USA

May 24th 2025

Cat sitting for 2 cat for 3 days - Weds - Friday

Brady went over the top to take care of my babies and so much more. Excellent job ..thanks Brady

Recent Pet Boarding tasks

I need a pet boarding for two bunnies

$500

Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA

May 6th 2024

I've two bunnies, and I want to put them in pet boarding for three months

Pet boarding

$40

Atlanta, GA, USA

Jun 26th 2022

Need boarding for my cat for a few days - Due date: Needs to be done for a few days