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House Sitting in canberra

House sitting and pet care in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory—whether you are in the city centre, inner suburbs, or the wider area.

Lifestyle Guide

Canberra unfolds as a city of distinct neighbourhoods, each fostering a unique, often quiet, community feel that quickly becomes apparent. Settling into someone's home here means embracing a rhythm dictated by spacious streets and abundant green spaces. Morning dog walks often lead through adjacent suburban ovals or down to a nearby reserve, where the air is crisp and koala sightings are not unheard of. Taking care of your temporary companion means discovering these local gems, easily accessible from most residential areas. The daily pulse often gravitates around local shopping precincts, not sprawling malls. Finding a morning coffee means a short walk to a corner café, where regulars chat and pets often wait patiently outside. On weekends, the Old Bus Depot Markets in Kingston or the Capital Region Farmers Market offer a chance to explore artisan goods and fresh produce, a pleasant outing even with a well-behaved dog in tow. Transport relies heavily on driving, though local bus routes connect the quieter suburbs efficiently to the city centre. Evenings tend to be peaceful, encouraging quiet enjoyment of the home and its garden. Walks along Lake Burley Griffin provide wide, paved paths suitable for all ages and paces, and many suburban areas offer extensive networked walking trails. This city's design, with its interspersed parkland and clear separation of work and residential zones, lends itself to a relaxed lifestyle, making your temporary stay a calming immersion in its unique character.

Open Assignments

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kaleen, Australian Capital Territory

9 Day Stay Starts 03 July 2026
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Our home is located in a quiet street in the suburb of Kaleen, ACT. Lots of walking paths nearby, short walk to local coffee shop and short 2min drive to Coles supermarket. Spacious and tidy home with everything you’ll need for your stay. We are looking for a couple or single to look after our house and dog. Our dog, Luna, is a 10 year old mini husky. She is a bit timid with new people and likes her own space, once she warms up she will come over for a belly scratch or a good scratch behind t...

cook, Australian Capital Territory

21 Day Stay Starts 10 Aug 2026
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Greetings! this is well located place in Canberra and I have a senior cat, Missy and a garden that need some support. Not far from bus-stops to Civic, Belconnen Mall, and some nature parks, I am looking for a kind and gentle individual or small group that would like to help out while I visit elderly family in Queensland for a few weeks. Dates to be confirmed. There is a bit of a garden and pots on the balcony that might need some maintenance - but not a lot as it will be winter. There is ...

macgregor, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Starts
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House sitting for 1 cat. She is very self sufficient, just requiring top up of her food and water bowl (she loves an overflowing dry food bowl)! And, requiring some company and love.

campbell, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Starts
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Look after 21 month old toy cavoodle (feed twice a day, walk once a day, brush once a week - easy as will have short haircut, cuddle) Look after 3 chickens (Have chicken coop. Check food and water daily and top up when needed which is around once a week. Give some scratch mix/kitchen scraps daily, collect eggs daily) Check vege patch and garden and water when necessary (mostly on an automated watering system, but there are a few pots). Collect fruit/veges, and use or store in fridge. Co...

campbell, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Starts
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Care for our two friendly miniature cavoodles and seven chooks, with a top up watering of some plants if it's really hot and sunny for the week. The dogs are fed twice a day (not at a particular time). It would be great but not essential if you could walk the dogs once a day and have a play/cuddle with them. They are inside/outside dogs and we have a dog door into a large secure back yard. While they love company and will want to be around you when you are home they can be left alone durin...

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

kaleen, Australian Capital Territory

9 Day Stay Listed 03 July 2026

Our home is located in a quiet street in the suburb of Kaleen, ACT. Lots of walking paths nearby, short walk to local coffee shop and short 2min drive to Coles supermarket. Spacious and tidy home with everything you’ll need for your stay. We are looking for a couple or single to look after our house and dog. Our dog, Luna, is a 10 year old mini husky. She is a bit timid with new people and likes her own space, once she warms up she will come over for a belly scratch or a good scratch behind t...

kambah, Australian Capital Territory

60 Day Stay Listed 01 June 2026

Mature and reliable house sitter wanted for a house-and garden/plant care only sit with no pets, ideal for a retired person, mature couple, or responsible traveller looking for a peaceful temporary home in a small and spacious complex of 8 houses. The main responsibilities are: * staying in the house during the period * watering and keeping an eye on the garden and house plants * collecting mail / parcels * putting bins out as needed * keeping the home secure, tidy The home is in a...

kambah, Australian Capital Territory

60 Day Stay Listed 01 June 2026

Mature and reliable house sitter wanted for a house-and garden/plant care only sit with no pets, ideal for a retired person, mature couple, or responsible traveller looking for a peaceful temporary home in a small and spacious complex of 8 houses. The main responsibilities are: * staying in the house during the period * watering and keeping an eye on the garden and house plants * collecting mail / parcels * putting bins out as needed * keeping the home secure, tidy The home is in a...

page, Australian Capital Territory

6 Day Stay Listed 13 Apr 2026

Care for our two friendly miniature cavoodles and water a few pot plants every second day (minimal garden care). The dogs are fed twice a day in the morning/evening but not at a particular time. It would be great if you could walk the dogs once a day and have a play/cuddle with them. They are inside/outside dogs and we have a dog door into an outside space. While they love company and will want to be around you when you are home they can be left alone during the day. We have two bedro...

florey, Australian Capital Territory

3 Day Stay Listed 17 Apr 2026

I need someone to mind my ten year old miniature poodle and house while I'm away for several days. I have a two bedroom townhouse set in a pleasant quiet neighbourhood.

cook, Australian Capital Territory

10 Day Stay Listed 10 Apr 2026

We require someone to look after our house and dog, a 4 year old kelpie cross. He will need a walk in the morning and in the afternoon. He is an affectionate dog and will need lots of patting and some playing.

calwell, Australian Capital Territory

9 Day Stay Listed 09 Apr 2026

1. Feed birds and change water in 2 aviary's and 2. feed two gold fish ponds and 3. water garden.

macgregor, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Listed

House sitting for 1 cat. She is very self sufficient, just requiring top up of her food and water bowl (she loves an overflowing dry food bowl)! And, requiring some company and love.

isabella plains, Australian Capital Territory

37 Day Stay Listed 22 June 2026

Stay at my home while we are away. 2 cats. Automatic cat feeder so will just need to be topped up once or twice. Water will need to be refilled weekly. Cat litter change approx 3 times per week. Give the cats some love and cuddles :) Maybe water the garden if I have anything growing at the time (I can let you know if this is needed nearer the time)

rivett, Australian Capital Territory

8 Day Stay Listed 03 Apr 2026

We have four affection cats, who are easy care and love cuddles.One boy, tabby (15) and three girls, calico(13), caramel (7) & white and black ( 5 yr old void) with different fun personalities. They are allowed outdoors and have 24 hours access to the house. However, spend majority of their time sleeping inside in their favourite spots. House has air conditioning, heating with good wifi. No gardening needed, aside from watering if required. There are a few pot plants to water.

duffy, Australian Capital Territory

9 Day Stay Listed 04 Apr 2026

Requirements are to feed and give water to our lovely dog, Rosie, 10yr old and our lovely cat, Ziggy, 12 yr old twice a day, morning and night and to walk Rosie 1-2 times a day. They are both loveable animals who like their routine. They are both friendly and easy going. Rosie likes to swim, although you need to be careful of blue-green algae in Canberra as it's toxic to animals and people. Rosie is a desexed Kelpie x Labrador, she's calm and looks forward to her walks. Ziggy is a male desexe...

latham, Australian Capital Territory

28 Day Stay Listed 07 Sept 2026

Looking for someone to look after our two cats whilst we are away. Ideally someone who can stay at our house so they don't get lonely while we are gone. They do not have any health issues or medication requirements.

nicholls, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 03 Mar 2026

I have two dogs a male Tenterfield terrier 7 yrs old RINTINTIN and a Schnauzer 8yrs old EBONY both well behaved dogs I am very flexible with the times I dont mind if you stay longer and come earlier. Accommodation is very comfortable its a very large private home with excellent facilities close to Golf Club golf course and a huge lake.

nicholls, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 03 Mar 2026

My two dogs are Ebony a Schnauzer 7yrs old and a boy Tenterfield Terier Rintintin otherwise know as Rinny 7 yrs old both bonded happy dogs. We live in a big home opposite a lake which has a golf course on it and lovely walks around the lake very private comfortable home with beautiful bedroom accomodation etc.

chisholm, Australian Capital Territory

19 Day Stay Listed 29 June 2026

We are looking for a house sitter who will take care of our home and our lovely rescue dog, Leo. He is a moodle who is very affectionate and easy to manage. We would prefer a sitter who works from home or who will not leave him alone for long periods of time. Our house is well maintained and spacious with a large deck covered entertaining area.

googong, Australian Capital Territory

27 Day Stay Listed 04 May 2026

Care for 2 Jack russel dogs. Walk them daily for 45-60 minutes. Care for house and garden. The garden has irrigation. Collect any mail delivered.

watson, Australian Capital Territory

8 Day Stay Listed 12 Feb 2026

We have a lovely 2 bedroom home with a German Shepperd and a black cat needing looking after for a few days. Blue the German Shepperd is very friendly and well behaved . He requires walking and feeding. Dog stays outside and sometimes come in. Cat stays inside.

coombs, Australian Capital Territory

9 Day Stay Listed 02 Aug 2026

Looking for someone to look after a small dog with one good walk (~1 hour) and two meals per day. She has no specific medical needs, mostly sleeps during the day but enjoys company in the afternoon/evening hours, and loves any opportunity to fetch a ball. Dedicated guest room with flexibility to extend period of stay by a couple of days if preferred.

duffy, Australian Capital Territory

24 Day Stay Listed 07 Feb 2026

care for our 2 14 year old female labradoodles in our large and comfortable home in Canberra.

duffy, Australian Capital Territory

158 Day Stay Listed 03 Jan 2026

We have a young puppy that will need a lot of supervision and caring in the week.

duffy, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 01 Jan 2026

Look after two senior dogs - Tilly and Lucy

lyneham, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 24 Dec 2025

Care for a gentle 7 year old cat for a few days in Canberra. The cosy apartment is walking distance to Dickson. Only a short tram ride to the city. Apartment has ceiling fans and air conditioning. Would suit a single or couple. Small gentle pets considered.

giralang, Australian Capital Territory

7 Day Stay Listed 21 Dec 2025

Person who is able to look after my 2 female dogs, 1 german shepherd & 1 german shepherd x Malamute. They are used to someone always being home so would need someone who can housesit. They are inside/outside dogs who love playing fetch in the yard. Reactive to other dogs.

watson, Australian Capital Territory

27 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2025

We have a lovely 2 bedroom home with a German Shepperd and a black cat needing looking after for a few days. Blue the German Shepperd is very friendly and well behaved . He requires walking and feeding. Very good at walking on the lead but not friendly with other dogs. Dog stays outside and sometimes come in. Cat stays inside

crace, Australian Capital Territory

7 Day Stay Listed 06 Feb 2026

I am looking for someone who is either retired or working from home to look after a 12 and 14 year old Cavoodles. Easy care, just a little walk each day but they both like to sleep on the bed.

page, Australian Capital Territory

37 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2025

We have a comfortable 4-bedroom home with a large garden, located a 15-minute walk from Lake Ginninderra and 10 minutes from Westfield Belconnen and the nearest bus stop. We’re looking for a caring house sitter to look after our 12-year-old male Ragdoll cat, Mika.

braddon, Australian Capital Territory

74 Day Stay Listed 13 Mar 2026

We are looking for a tidy, clean single or couple to look after our two toy poodles Leo, (13 years) and Arlo (5 years) and our apartment while we travel for six weeks in April and May 2026. We live in Braddon right in the centre of town with undercover secure car parking included. We have many indoor and outdoor plants that require watering. There is a watering system on our deck however some plants will still need an occasional hand watering and the indoor plants once a week. We have a dog d...

cook, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 05 Dec 2025

Look after my cat and house for 5 days.. townhouse is close to shops and the bus is just at the end of the street.

palmerston, Australian Capital Territory

14 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2025

The Williams clan is heading north for xmas this year and we are looking for a responsible cat lover to come and stay in our nice house in Canberra for a couple of weeks to look after the cats and house. Kind regards, Dean, Janine, kids and pussy cats:)

deakin , Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 21 Dec 2025

House sit and feed a 14 year old chocolate Labrador please

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