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House Sitting in mackay

House sitting and pet care in Mackay, Queensland—whether you are in the city centre, inner suburbs, or the wider area.

Lifestyle Guide

Settle into Mackay's gentle pace, where the warm air encourages a natural rhythm for both you and your temporary companions. Mornings often begin early, a pleasant time for a leashed stroll along the Bluewater Trail, its paved path offering views of the Pioneer River as the city awakens. This consistent morning outing provides exercise for your canine charge before the tropical sun becomes intense, ensuring a comfortable start to their day. After the walk, return to the quiet of your host's home. The cooler indoor spaces or a shaded veranda offer a calm spot for pets to rest while you attend to daily tasks. A quick drive to the Greater Whitsunday Farmers Market on Riverside Drive can yield fresh produce for your meals, perhaps timing your visit to coincide with a pet's nap. This easy access to local ingredients supports a comfortable, self-sufficient stay. Later in the day, as the heat subsides, consider a leisurely walk through the Botanic Gardens, a vast expanse of tropical flora where many areas welcome dogs on leash. Or, find a quiet local park for a shorter evening outing before preparing dinner at home. This measured approach ensures the pets feel secure within their routine and your time in Mackay feels like a genuine, settled experience rather than a hurried visit.

Open Assignments

2 Open Now

mackay, Queensland

8 Day Stay Starts 19 May 2026
Responsiveness

Care for 1dog 1 cat Chickens ( maybe babies ) Water veggie garden.

bowen, Queensland

95 Day Stay Starts 25 July 2026
Responsiveness

housitters and garden to look after

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

mackay, Queensland

8 Day Stay Listed 19 May 2026

Care for 1dog 1 cat Chickens ( maybe babies ) Water veggie garden.

bowen, Queensland

95 Day Stay Listed 25 July 2026

housitters and garden to look after

ooralea, Queensland

8 Day Stay Listed 07 May 2026

I’m looking for reliable, caring house sitters from Thursday 7th May to Friday 15th May (inclusive) to stay in my neat and tidy 3‑bedroom home. The house is in an excellent location in Mackay — directly opposite Woolworths, McDonald’s and a fuel stop, making everything very convenient. About the home: – 3 bedrooms, with a spare queen bed available for sitters – Air‑conditioning for comfort – Netflix and good Wi‑Fi – Low‑maintenance yard – Garage space available for an extra car A...

slade point, Queensland

154 Day Stay Listed 13 May 2026

DO YOU WANT TO LIVE 5 MINUTES AWAY FROM THE BEACH IN TROPICAL QUEENSLAND AND 1 HOUR AWAY FROM THE GATEWAY TO THE WHITSUNDAYS? Hey There, I will be heading away for about 6 months to work the snow season in Victoria. I am seeking a house & pet sitter/s to look after my 2 bedroom unit and my 2 little fur babies(cats). About my cats: Their names are sunset or sunny for short(tortoiseshell) and Storm(grey). They are super chill cats and don’t require too much. Sunny is a little princess and...

palm grove, Queensland

16 Day Stay Listed 27 Mar 2026

We are looking for someone to stay in our 3 bedroom pole home situated near the famous Cedar Creek Falls and look after our two mini dachshunds and tabby cat. Our rural property is located in the beautiful Whitsunday area within half hour of Airlie Beach and 20 minutes to Proserpine.

sarina, Queensland

19 Day Stay Listed 05 Mar 2026

Two mini foxies and garden upkeep.

bloomsbury, Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 05 Apr 2026

Located in the Whitsundays region (Bloomsbury). 25min to Proserpine 40 min to Airlie beach. We are seeking a house sitter to stay in our home and care for our two dogs and two cows. Our dogs are obedient and house trained. We are looking for someone who would be happy to spend the majority of their stay on the property. We have a modern 4 bedroom home on 7 acres in the Whitsundays region in a small rural suburb called Bloomsbury. We have two dogs, a large male American Bulldog named Odi...

cannonvale , Queensland

29 Day Stay Listed 28 May 2026

We are looking for experienced mature reliable sitter/s to stay in our home, look after our 2 fur children, and water our outdoor plants. We live in Cannonvale, 5 mins drive away from Airlie Beach. Own vehicle would be an advantage. We have a swim spa that needs a daily chemical adding to keep the magnesium level stable, and we have a small manageable garden, no grass to cut, just water my plants daily (If it hasnt rained). The MOST important part of the stay if looking after our 2 children. ...

seaforth, Queensland

4 Day Stay Listed 07 Feb 2026

Seaforth is 30 mins from Mackay. I have two very chilled out and smoochy desexed 7 yr old border collie boys Ollie and Kody. Also a quiet little elderly Harvey cat. I’m looking for someone to stay at our house and walk /feed them daily while we’re away. We have a beautiful 3 bedroom home with park views in a quiet town walking distance to the beach to enjoy. There are a few shops and a bowls club also walking distance. Le me know if you have any questions.

cannonvale, Queensland

38 Day Stay Listed 22 Mar 2026

Looking after our active dog, border collies Dalmatian. We have s large lap pool that will need maintain im and there is some mowing around the house , small residential block. Close to the beach and dog park for swims and long walks along the coral sea and marinas. Four bedroom home so you will have your own room.

mount pleasant, Queensland

18 Day Stay Listed 16 Feb 2026

House- clean and tidy house regularly. Pets. 2 cats Feed and provide fresh water twice daily. Play with and give affection to both cats. ( ages 2 and 15 years) Change cat litter daily. 2 parrots and 2 budgies Feed fresh seed and water daily. Clean cages weekly. Garden Water pot plants once every 2 days. Water established shrubs weekly. Pool Look after and remove leaf matter .

bowen, Queensland

36 Day Stay Listed 11 May 2026

2 cats

cannonvale, Queensland

6 Day Stay Listed 04 Mar 2026

We have a beautiful apartment in paradise with a lagoon style pool. We have a chocolate Labrador dog that will need a walk morning and afternoon. She's adorable.

marian, Queensland

10 Day Stay Listed 08 Mar 2026

We are looking for someone to look after our indoor cats, water a few indoor plants. Our boys are social and loving, with minimal care needed. Just some loving and cleaning litter trays. An automatic feeder does most of the work but treats are up to you. Our gardens require little maintenance as that’s how we like it. We are in Marian, 20mins from Mackay city and an hr and a half drive from Airlie beach. It’s less than an hour to Eungella and plenty of lovely outdoor activities to be found.

ooralea, Queensland

51 Day Stay Listed 10 Jan 2026

We are requiring a house sitter, preferably with their own Caravan, on 10/01/2026. This date is set as we need to be on the Sunshine Coast on 13/01/2026. the February date is flexible. We have a large shed that contains a small flat with a bedroom with aircon, a laundry, a toilet, a shower and a small kitchen. The only requirement is to water my orchids and plants and to look after the pool. There is no mowing to be done as we have a mowing contractor. Our main concern is for someone to be th...

gregory river, Queensland

15 Day Stay Listed 16 Dec 2025

Primarily caring for a timid collie x who doesn't require a lot of care. Some watering of yard, if dry weather (not likely)

ooralea, Queensland

59 Day Stay Listed 10 Jan 2026

Persons to mind our property while we are away and water the orchid house and plants. No mowing the lawn, as we have a contractor who does the mowing. We have no pets, but have no objection for sitters having a pet as we have a fully fenced yard.

ooralea, Queensland

28 Day Stay Listed 19 Dec 2025

Fed cat on daily bases

cannonvale, Queensland

11 Day Stay Listed 23 Sept 2025

House sit, dog minder and walking

beaconsfield , Queensland

20 Day Stay Listed 08 Sept 2025

3 spoiled cats require feeding, love & cuddles, as well as some watering of some pot plants. Our home is low maintenance, in a lovely and quiet area of Kerrisdale estate in Mackay.

carmila , Queensland

16 Day Stay Listed 01 Sept 2025

House/pet sit. We have 3 dogs, 1 cat, chooks, sheep & cattle. We would require someone to be able to feed the dogs, cat & chooks. Water the garden. Check on the cattle & sheep.

wilson beach, Queensland

36 Day Stay Listed 16 Dec 2025

You will be required to love and look after 3 x schnoodles and keep the house and yard/gardens/pool immaculate please. They are inside dogs and need regular combing and cuddling. You will also be required to share the bed with them. One of them sleeps in their bed on the floor (but comes up for cuddles too). We have a small magnesium pool to also maintain. The dogs are not to be left alone for hours, day or night. We have room to park up a van/motorhome and of course you can also have acce...

wilson beach, Queensland

2 Day Stay Listed 16 Aug 2025

To look after 2 x toy schnoodle girls and one mini schnoodle boy and keep the house and yard clean and tidy please.

beaconsfield, Queensland

15 Day Stay Listed 20 June 2025

We have 1 dog that needs food and water and a walk and 2 budgies that needs to be fed

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