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1. Michelle
Caring, reliable housesitter for cats, 6yrs experience0.5 km
(1 review)
1 recurring guest
Last active 10 days ago
Usually responds within one hour
"Michelle is amazing - she took wonderful care of my little fluff (who instantly took to her despite being shy), was very good at communicating, and cleaned up beautifully after her stay. I would give her 6 stars if thst was an option."
CReview by Christy
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$30
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2. Vasilia
Reliable loving care while you’re away!2.1 km
(3 reviews)
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 3 days ago
Last active 2 days ago
"Vasilia was a great dog sitter for our choc lab. She’s a very responsive communicator, she took care of our pup with care and she also left the house in great condition. Highly recommend! Will certainly use again."
RReview by Rafid
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$35
/nightC
3. Carolina
I will make sure your pet has a fun and relaxing time :)1 km
(7 reviews)
3 recurring guests
Last booked 4 days ago
Last contacted today
"Carolina was fantastic. She gave us many updates and communication was a breeze. She was not phased by our variety of pets and cared for all with love. The pets were all happy and settled with her. I would not hesitate to use her again.
Jane"
JReview by Jane
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$35
/nightG
4. Ghawady
Where Pets Rule! Reliable and Loving Pet Care Provider 🐾1.2 km
(22 reviews)
6 recurring guests
Last active 6 days ago
Usually responds within one hour
"Ghawady took amazing care of my cat Lola! The experience of meeting and booking was seamless and stress free and I went away confident that everything would be taken care of! Lola doesn’t generally like new people but she very quickly became comfortable with Ghawady, which is a credit to her way with cats and respect for animals! She took such great care of Lola and gave me daily updates and pictures. Ghawady also took great care of the house and was super tidy! The cherry on top was the amazing professional photos she took of Lola which were so beautiful! Thank you Ghawady and I hope you can take care of Lola again next time I travel 🙏"
HReview by Hannah
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$35
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5. Jessica
Friendly, Trustworthy Female with Sitting Experience :)0.1 km
(3 reviews)
Calendar recently updated
Last booked yesterday
"Jessica was a brilliant sitter for our house rabbit, Pebbles. The booking was made relatively last minute but despite this her communication was great and she prioritised coming over in advance to see the house and to meet Pebs. During the stay, she sent us regular updates and photos (which were much appreciated!) and clearly took really great care of Pebs, spending lots of time with her and being considerate about her care and routine. Knowing she was in good hands made it much easier for us to relax while we were away.
Jessica also left the house in wonderful condition - we had zero issues in this respect.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend her to other pet parents! 🐰💗"
RReview by Rachael
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$40
/nightP
6. Pedro
Science to Snuggles: A Pet Sitter Who Understands Animals1.7 km
(1 review)
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 8 days ago
Last active today
"Pedro was great! He treated our girl the same way we do! And she loved him ❤️ we got daily updates and great photos! We will hire him in the future! Totally recommended! "
FReview by Flor
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$60
/nightL
7. Linda Vanessa
🐾BE Kind TO Every KIND 🐾0.8 km
(18 reviews)
6 recurring guests
Last contacted today
Last active 5 days ago
"Vanessa stayed at my house and took fabulous care of my two dogs for an extended time . They were clearly loved and looked after. Which is exactly what as a devoted dog owner you hope for. One of the dogs was recovering from unexpected major surgery do required more attention with medication and lead walks. This dog can be nervous , so Vanessa did a great job of making her feel secure. Vanessa frequently sent photos of the dogs and ask timely and relevant questions about some aspects of care, which were so appreciated. Vanessa was always keen to know each dogs specific needs and l came home to two happy dogs! Thank you Vanessa 😀"
KReview by Kate
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$90
/nightJ
9. Jasmine
Reliable, loving sitter with flexible WFH schedule2.2 km
(8 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last active 6 days ago
"Jasmine was an amazing pet sitter. Despite a last minute booking, Jasmine came over to meet my dog prior to house sitting, and they clicked straight away. She was very communicative over the weekend whilst I was away, and sent through just enough updates and photos. Jasmine left my apartment extremely clean and tidy too. My dog was very well looked after and I would highly recommend her for dog sitting. Thank you! "
MReview by Mon
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$65
/nightA
11. ailene
your furry friends deserve the best! 💖 0.2 km
(6 reviews)
Last booked yesterday
Last contacted 2 days ago
"Ailene was a great sitter for my cat Roger, and took great care of my apartment. Her communication was great and I had regular updates with cute pics which is really appreciated when away from home. I highly recommend Ailene to look after your fur babies! "
CReview by Claire
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$30
/nightH
12. Hoda
Your furbabies won't miss you until you return.1.5 km
(10 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last contacted 4 days ago
Last active 4 days ago
"Hoda is a wonderful pet sitter who took excellent care of our furry pets. From the start off, when we first met her we got an excellent first impression, that leaving our pets with her will have no concerns at all. She is very friendly and kind and was great with our pets and was always sending photos every evening to us. When we came home after a week away, our pets were relaxed and happy. Thank you Hoda for looking after our pets and we would definitely be in contact next time if we are going away again."
AReview by Anjie
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$58
/nightA
13. Aanchal
Vet student with 15 yrs experience in animal care & welfare1.2 km
(34 reviews)
14 recurring guests
Calendar recently updated
Last contacted 5 days ago
"Aanchal did a great job house sitting and caring for our dog and cat. She sent us regular updates each day from walks with Luna and kept us informed about how things were going. We recommend Aanchal, she is a lovely person and trusted house/pet sitter. "
CReview by colleen
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$90
/nightF
14. Fran
Melb-wide Experienced Sitter, Cat lover😻 & Architect0.4 km
(8 reviews)
1 recurring guest
Calendar recently updated
Last active today
"Fran made us feel very comfortable leaving our cat with a pet sitter for the first time! She was very thorough and helpful guiding us through the process during our initial meeting. Daily updates with photos were lovely while we were away and she left the house in great shape with sheets in the wash and bins taken out! Would definitely ask Fran to house and cat sit again!"
DReview by Danika
from
$50
/nightC
15. Cecilia
animal-loving traveler ready to care for your pets 🐾0.4 km
(2 reviews)
Last active 11 days ago
Usually responds within one day
"Amazing! I really appreciated the easy communication and my cat was perfectly content when I got back. She even went to the extent of buying new cat litter because I didn’t realise I was running out. Thanks Cecilia!"
SReview by Shareena
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$28
/nightH
17. Holly
Experienced & flexible bestie to your bestie <30.5 km - Melbourne
(1 review)
Calendar recently updated
Last contacted 8 days ago
"Holly is absolutely brilliant! She clearly cares for animals and does what’s right for their wellbeing. She was easy to get along with and her communication was helpful. She’ll go above and beyond to help when needed and demonstrated integrity at all times. She followed all our complex instructions and our dogs adored her. We recommend her to all pet humans and will rebook next time we need someone. "
NReview by Neha
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$40
/nightT
19. Tannia
All we need is dogs | Your Pet’s Home Away from Home2 km
(64 reviews)
18 recurring guests
Calendar recently updated
Last contacted 5 days ago
"Tannia was absolutely fantastic with my two anxious Westies. Her communication was great - sending lots of videos and photos to keep me up to date. I was amazed how happy, calm and relaxed the boys were as it was their first time with a dog sitter. I couldn’t be happier to book her again and recommend to anyone! Thank you Tannia!
5/5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ "
AReview by Alex
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$100
/nightC
20. Cassandra
All about CATS! 1.5 km
(5 reviews)
Calendar recently updated
Last contacted 3 days ago
"Cassandra and her daughter took great care of our cats while we were on holiday. She was super communicative and sent us regular updates and pictures. Our cats seemed to love them and it gave me peace of mind knowing our cats were in great hands. "
SReview by Savannah
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$35
/nightFrequently asked questions about house sitting
Your house sitting questions answered
Why should I book house sitting?
Your pet will miss you when you are away, and arranging a house sitter can minimise any further stress on your furry friend. There is no need for car trips or cages, and your pet's routine can be maintained. Plus, the sitter can keep your home secure and tidy for when you return.
Can I get a house sitter anywhere in Melbourne?
Yes: there are house sitters all over the city and surrounds, ready to help you whenever you need. Don't take our word for it: just have a look on our site to see hundreds of profiles. Have a browse, read real past reviews and, when you are ready, send a message to a few sitters who look promising.
Will house sitting suit my pet?
House sitting is a great option for most pets. Animals crave a sense of security, and this service allows them to stay in their own familiar space. Your pet will have their own bed to sleep in and their feeding routine maintained.
What should I expect to pay?
The sitters on Pawshake choose their own prices for the services they offer. As a guide, you can expect to pay about $35 a night. Depending on where in Melbourne your sitter is located, their calendar and their past experience, you might see some variation in price.
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