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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's neighbourhoods each possess a distinct rhythm, often centered around their local shops and abundant green spaces. When minding a home here, you'll find daily routines easily unfold into the city's relaxed pace. Early mornings might begin with a quiet stroll through a nearby arboretum or a circuit around Lake Burley Griffin, paths well-trodden by other dog walkers and cyclists. These wide, accessible routes are ideal for daily pet exercise, allowing you to quickly familiarise yourself with your temporary surroundings. The fabric of Canberra life often reveals itself in these local hubs. A quick trip to the suburb's café for a morning brew might become a regular ritual, where you'll observe neighbours catching up and small talk forming. Many local precincts, like those in Manuka, Kingston, or O'Connor, offer an array of independent stores and eateries, providing a sense of community that makes settling in straightforward. Weekend markets, such as the Capital Region Farmers Market, offer fresh produce and a chance to mingle, deepening your connection to the area's pulse. Exploring beyond your immediate street often means discovering nearby bushland trails. The city is bordered by nature reserves like Mount Ainslie or the Red Hill Nature Reserve, offering elevated walks with panoramic views and a chance for pets to explore varied terrain. These natural borders contribute to a feeling of being connected to the outdoors, even within an urban setting. As evening approaches, the city quietly settles, a gentle rhythm distinct from the rush of larger capitals, allowing for peaceful evenings at home with your charge.

Open Assignments

6 Open Now

curtin, Australian Capital Territory

39 Day Stay Starts 09 Oct 2026
Responsiveness

We have two low maintenance female cats living in a single-story house. Just want our sitter to collect our mail, care for our modern home (only 8 years old) & cats. One cat (Ginger) is very friendly, and the other cat (Snowie) is more aloof. The cats are 5 years old. Our son lives in Sydney & our neighbors are very friendly and able to help out if needed while we are overseas. Ideally we want someone who we can meet in person before the assignment.

tralee, Australian Capital Territory

10 Day Stay Starts 22 Nov 2026
Responsiveness

Maintain garden and Water lawn , spoil my two tabby cats, keep house clean . 5 Bed house Large kitchen Easy care garden Solar and battery Lounge room well set up, TV and speakers

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...

casey, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Starts
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2x Labradors to be fed.

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

tralee, Australian Capital Territory

10 Day Stay Listed 22 Nov 2026

Maintain garden and Water lawn , spoil my two tabby cats, keep house clean . 5 Bed house Large kitchen Easy care garden Solar and battery Lounge room well set up, TV and speakers

curtin, Australian Capital Territory

39 Day Stay Listed 09 Oct 2026

We have two low maintenance female cats living in a single-story house. Just want our sitter to collect our mail, care for our modern home (only 8 years old) & cats. One cat (Ginger) is very friendly, and the other cat (Snowie) is more aloof. The cats are 5 years old. Our son lives in Sydney & our neighbors are very friendly and able to help out if needed while we are overseas. Ideally we want someone who we can meet in person before the assignment.

bruce, Australian Capital Territory

18 Day Stay Listed 05 Oct 2026

We would like a housesitter for our 2 dogs, to feed and walk them everyday. We are in a nice neighbourhood, one level house and garden with the necessary amenities of wifi and watering system, close to the bush and public transport and town centres.

ainslie, Australian Capital Territory

107 Day Stay Listed 15 Aug 2026

We have a large house - 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and large garden in a centrally located house in Ainslie ACT with under cover carport. We would like to have a sitter who will look after and maintain the garden and our indoor plants whilst we are away overseas. There are no pets to look after. We would like the sitter to cover costs of electricity and gas for their stay other than that the house is free. Sitters who have a dog are also welcome but no cats as many native birds visit our gard...

carwoola, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Listed 29 July 2026

Hi, we live on 50 acres along Captain Flats Rd, 1/2 way between Captains Flats and Queanbeyan. 15 minutes drive from Queanbeyan. We are going away for 2 months and would like someone to look after our home while we are away. We live in a lovely private home with wonderful neighbors. Pets are welcome. Only requirements are: 1. Water the gardens (depending on rain levels) 2. Once every 3 or so weeks, turn the water tank transfer tap on for approximately 60min and then off.

chisholm, Australian Capital Territory

38 Day Stay Listed 10 Dec 2026

I have a medium sized border collie. Very friendly with people doesn’t like other dogs. The sitter would be required to feed her twice a day and walk her for an hour every morning. I have a three bedroom house. The sitter would be required to water the pots and collect the mail etc.

bonner, Australian Capital Territory

5 Day Stay Listed 25 Aug 2026

Our 2 sweet cats are very low maintenance inside cats. Lovely big home with nothing much to do except water some outdoor pots in the warmer months. The cat litter tray needs to be cleaned out and topped up daily. One cat has an auto feeder and the other is just fed once a day.

forrest, Australian Capital Territory

18 Day Stay Listed 04 Oct 2026

We are going on holiday and leaving Dotty our Border Collie however, need someone to watch her at our home. Dot is very calm and quite and likes the company of people over other animals.... she thinks she is human lol. We would love to hear from you if available in October.

calwell, Australian Capital Territory

44 Day Stay Listed 03 July 2026

I have one cat who is 12 years old and her name is Princess and she is real Princess. she will let you know you did something wrong. she sleeps in my bedroom which makes her happy. she is fed with an automatic feeder, that needs filling once a week. My, second is a Jack Russal, named Ivy. she loves walks, drive in the car and plenty of tummy rubs. She will sleep with you if you let her but she does sleep in my bedroom with the cat. she is a grazer, but princess will eat her food. Ivy foo...

franklin, Australian Capital Territory

29 Day Stay Listed 30 June 2026

We need someone to look after our house and one cat for the dates above. No other requirements. Place garbage out every week.

campbell, Australian Capital Territory

13 Day Stay Listed 07 Aug 2026

2x well behaved labradors to be fed.

casey, Australian Capital Territory

0 Day Stay Listed

2x Labradors to be fed.

cook, Australian Capital Territory

2 Day Stay Listed 12 June 2026

I have a little cat Luna (5years old) and Demi, an Australian kelpie who’s is now 14 years old. Demi would like a small walk in the morning and the evening. She is a very kind dog.

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.

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