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Dog sitting for a week

$300

A+ very happy with Adelle thanks for taking care of my dogs

Dog sitter

$5

A super nice lady. Melissa minded my dog, and she was the best minder I ever have had. I travel Australia as the Chair of the International Anti-Slavery Commission and have my dog minded quite a bit. My dog is so excitable and crazy when she meets people…I mean nuts! But, by the time I picked my dog up she was calm & so happy. If a dog could smile, she sure was smiling! She didn’t want to leave! So if there were 6 stars, I’d give her 6!!!

Mind my dog overnight. Sat March 4th.

$60

Anne was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, calm and confident in grooming our long-haired kitten. Went above and beyond. Thank you so much!

Cat grooming

$150

Great work and with a smile

Dismantle large animal cage and reassemble

$500

My dog looked sad to be coming back 😆 thank you for taking care of mooncake!

Dog Sitting

$700

What's the average cost of a pet care expert

$70 - $210

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Recent Pet Boarding reviews

Thank you Gemma for looking after our little Cinnamon. He was in good hands and will definitely book u in future. Thanks from Mohammed ,farisha, Samaah , Ahyaan and little Cinnamon

Pet boarding

$80

Demi kept our dog for 3 nights when we were away. She was very easy to talk to and quick to respond. She sent us photos assuring us that our puppy was fine. We would recommend everyone to avail her services.

Pet Boarding

$50

Reliable, recommended provider

Pet boarding for a bearded dragon, 21-28 days

$350

Thanks Judith ! Buffy was well taken care and she has provided pictures of him . Couldn’t be happier with the service Judith rendered,merry Christmas!

Pet boarding 15dec-24dec

$150

Great service, fast, easy, very reliable! Thanks Meg.

Pet boarding

$250

Very Happy, Krystal really took care, she is really good

Pet boarding

$60

What's the average cost of a pet boarding expert

$114 - $350

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Why book pet care 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 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 services is easy on Airtasker. Simply post your task and you’ll soon get offers from pet lovers near you who are ready to help. You can find pet sitters, pet food delivery services, and even pet boarding on our platform.

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Top Pet Care related questions

The average cost of pet services on Airtasker is $15 to $140, but it could cost more or less than this. The price of your pet care services will depend on the service you need, what kind of pet you have, and how much time is needed to complete your task. For instance, the rates for hiring dog sitters can range from $15 to $100. The cost of dog walkers can range from $20 to $50. Specify the task you need to get the best quote for pet care in your area. 

Pet carers can help with all aspects of keeping your pet happy and healthy so you have peace of mind even when you're away from home or unable to look after your beloved pets. 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.

No qualifications are necessary to be a pet carer, but a love for animals and a caring personality helps. Pet sitters or anyone looking after animals may need Public Liability insurance. You may find a pet care provider who has done pet-minding courses to formalise their experience. It's recommended to do a background check before hiring a Tasker for pet care in your area. 

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.

Hiring pet services means your pet can still get the care and attention it needs when you’re away on holidays, working, or just too busy. Your pet can get the companionship and care they need to be happy and healthy.

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

Some one to buy dog food go to my home and feed my dogs 🐕

$100

Beenleigh QLD 4207, Australia

13th May 2024

Go to mount Warren coles buy biscuits for my 2 puppies 1 is strong and then just feed and buy 2.big bottle water and put in bolls

Dog fur clip and nail trim

$50

North Curl Curl NSW, Australia

13th May 2024

Dog fur trim and nail clip

Walk and feed dog for 3 days 28/05-30/05

$100

Epping NSW, Australia

13th May 2024

I am looking for a responsible and friendly dog-lover to walk and feed my 10y.o. dog (Fores) at my home while I am away on holiday for a week. (Not house-sitting, just walks and feeds). We want her to be walked and fed twice a day (morning, evening). And extra company and play would be amazing too. She only requires 10-15min walks at a time. Fores is well behaved and toilet-trained. She has a diet of kibble + meal-prepped wet food. Dates are starting from 28th evening to 30th evening. More details will be given. Pay is for the entire 3 days. Please reach out if you think this is the right task for you! Thanks!

Dog sitting for 3 weeks

$300

Meadow Heights VIC, Australia

13th May 2024

Dog sitting for English Staffy for 3 weeks. He currently has a corneal ulcer and requires medication every 2-4 hours. We are unable to do this due to working. He is a very gentle and friendly dog but does not spend much time around other dogs so this is to be avoided. He will only require 10-15 minute walk a few times a week. I will provide all his medications and his food

Pet sitting

$300

Wembley Downs WA 6019, Australia

13th May 2024

Looking for a pet sitter who has experience dealing with pet birds. Need availability from the 29th June to the 26th July. We have a weiro Pip who is an excellent flyer and loves people so needs out of cage time when we're away. Pip can stay with you if you have no other pets than could harm him, or do daily visits, in which case we would ask for a police clearance. Could suit students looking for some pocket money. Rate is daily [Edited price from daily rate of $10 to total value]

Dog Sitter

$100

Redbank Plains QLD 4301, Australia

13th May 2024

I am looking for someone to look after my Big dog a great Dane from Thursday 16 May to Tuesday 21 May for 5 Days at their Home Food will be provided and this task might be ongoing for I always travel for work. This task is suitable for someone who can handle big dogs my Dog is not aggressive

Clean fish tanks

$50

Meadow Heights VIC 3048, Australia

13th May 2024

2 medium sized fish tanks require thorough cleaning.

Pet sitting Look after a little boy, ginger cat.

$200

Toorak VIC, Australia

12th May 2024

I need somebody caring to take care of my little ginger cat for about a month. He is a very sweet, little stray that has not been neatured yet, but he is toilet trained. Needing cuddles. I prefer that this could be done at your own place, I am in the toorak area.

Cat grooming for 2 ragdoll cats

$180

Earlwood NSW, Australia

10th May 2024

I have two ragdoll cats - Soba (a girl) and Natto (a boy) (about 1 year old) each. They are brother and sister and are well-behaved. We need someone to help wash/shampoo/groom both cats and clip their nails. We typically get this done every month. If you're open to it, after this initial job, we would like to get this done on a monthly basis. It would be great if you had your own pet shampoo/grooming products, as we don't have these. Photos attached of both cats.

thank you! helped a lot

Pet Taxi - Pick Up Cat from Vet This Afternoon!

$80

Underwood QLD, Australia

8th May 2024

Hi there, I need my foster cat picked up from Cat Specialist Services at 1-15 Lexington Rd, Underwood between 5pm and 6pm this afternoon and transported to Milton. He will be in a crate and he travels pretty well, is just a noisy passenger! If you could please assist that would be great. Cheers, Kate

Amy was great with my foster cat, and was able to help me out at the last minute which I really appreciated!

Overnight dog minders

$250

Croydon NSW, Australia

4th May 2024

Looking for someone to mind my two dogs from Monday the 6th to Wednesday the 8th at your place not mine , Let me know asap

Christine was very helpful & very good with the dogs , I’d highly recommend her & will use Christine in the again in the future

Pet babysitter

$90

Maroubra NSW, Australia

3rd May 2024

I need to someone to come and keep my son (aka my dog Zorro) some company tomorrow afternoon through to the evening :) Unfortunately, my current sitter has just cancelled on me and I have plans tomorrow. He won’t need walked etc as I will have already done that in the morning. Ideally, I just want someone to be able to sit in the house (watch tv do whatever you please) and keep him company, let him out to the loo and feed him his dinner. It would be great if you would be able to come round at 5pm - 930pm/10pm Thank you, Jess

Chantel was brilliant. My dog Zorro loved spending time with her and he was well looked after 🐾 I was updated with so many photos and messages which I appreciated so so much Thank you Chantel !!

Cat grooming/washing (semi-aggressive cat)

$100

Brisbane QLD, Australia

2nd May 2024

Hello! I have a cat called Kimchi and like her name she can be a bit spicy. It’s about time we get her cleaned but since my ex has moved out a while ago and my housemate is a lil scared I’m nervous doing it on my own. She is not a fan of any belly touching and really can bite and scratch when handled around water and a bath. I’ve tried a lot of techniques but now I’m just looking for help. If there’s someone who is very confident to do it solo that’s awesome but I’m happy to offer a helping hand during. If my cat likes you (like she liked my ex) this can be a regular thing (every month/3 months or so). Will pay and have everything supplied! Shoot me a message!

My cat was pretty scared but she was a pro and put my cats needs above all else and got the job done whilst my cat hissed and growled. I really appreciate it as I know it’s a hard job to do especially as it sounds like we’re being mean to the cat but she handled it with so much grace! Thank you again!

Feed my cat while I'm away!

$40

Warilla NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2024

Hi! I need someone to look in on my cat next weekend, give her food and water. She is an indoor cat, so needs some attention. I will need her fed Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday morning.

Thanks Elle, you were so sweet with my cat and kept me very updated!

Dog Sitting - small dachshund

$100

Manly Vale NSW, Australia

25th Apr 2024

I am looking for a kind dog lover to look after my small dapple dachshund for just two nights from around 4:00pm Friday 19th April until around 4:00pm Sunday 21st April whilst we have to move house. Olive is sweet in nature, desexed, toilet training and just a pup who really loves the company of other dogs/humans. She takes just a couple of minutes to get used to new dogs because she is so small. Happy of course to drop her and pick up based in Manly Vale but would just need to come to your place as we are moving a house.

Elena was great and super lovely! Would absolutely use her again to look after my puppy. Thanks again Elena, you were awesome!

Cat sitting / cat carer

$75

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2024

Post edited. Hi I’m going away for 2 nights and need someone to look after my 3 year old Bengal cat Boris. He’s very playful and demanding so someone who’s willing to pay a lot of attention to him is preferred. He’s a very curious cat so a secure household is preferred also. Close to Melbourne cbd is also preferred but not too much of an issue for the right person. Dates are for 25th April. Drop off evening possibly late arvo till Saturday 27th April. Thanks for reading. Look forward to hearing from you. All food and litter provided.

Laine and Luisa were awesome. Looked after my cat while I was away. And did a great job keeping him happy while his dad was butchering the game of golf for two days. Highly recommended. Thanks guys.

Clean Fish tank

$100

Box Hill South VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2024

Clean fish tank and filters. I don’t have much equipment and I prefer someone who has done this before or does it professionally.

Look no future, Adrian is an absolute legend and does an amazing job. Super nice guy and even traded some fish with me. Will 100% use him again.

Help me build a cat tree

$100

Yarraville Ward VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2024

Please help me build my cat’s new cat tree! ASAP preferably as I’m studying then heading to work

Lovely guy! Very efficient & even did extra!

In home care of cat 5 days Wednesday 24/4 to Tuesday 30/4

$100

Greenacre NSW, Australia

22nd Apr 2024

Indoor cat requires a temporary home and care from Wednesday to Tuesday.

Thank you for looking after our cat ❤️

Transport a cat

$300

Strathpine QLD, Australia

22nd Apr 2024

I need someone to transport a cat from Brisbane to Bundaberg, I can supply the crate

A very cool and caring person, 10/10 would recommend