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House Sitting in wide bay-burnett

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

Lifestyle Guide

Wide Bay-Burnett unveils a daily rhythm tied to its abundant natural landscapes – from the quiet, expansive beaches to the inland stretches of cane and citrus. Caring for a dog here often means morning walks along coastal pathways where the sea breeze carries the scent of salt, or shaded strolls beside rivers, passing familiar faces who offer a quiet acknowledgment. For a cat, the gentle domestic pace of a local home provides comfort, their routines mirroring the unhurried local hours. Settling into a neighbourhood quickly reveals its character. Weekend markets, bursting with local produce and homemade goods, become a natural stop for groceries, while small, independent cafés offer a spot to observe the morning's quiet activity. An afternoon might involve guiding a pet along the bush trails that crisscross the region, or simply finding a cool, shady park for some quiet time, observing the community's gentle pulse. Exploring beyond the immediate vicinity often relies on a vehicle, opening up access to the region’s diverse natural parks and broader coastal reaches. Understanding the local pace, which leans towards a calmer rhythm than metropolitan areas, assists in managing household logistics and pet schedules smoothly. A respectful approach to the established routines, both human and animal, ensures a comfortable integration into the fabric of these friendly, unpretentious communities.

Open Assignments

8 Open Now

burrum heads, Queensland

16 Day Stay Starts 04 May 2026
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Our house is situated 150 meters from the beautiful Sirenia Beach of Burrum Heads, a very short stroll to this dog friendly beach. We have a modern 4 bedroom home with all the mod cons, as well as a functional outdoor patio with new spa. Gardens are low maintenance and require a water of plants and a mow. Most importantly, we have two beautiful senior dogs. Buckley is a 13-year-old Labrador and has a very quiet, friendly nature with people. He doesn't mind other dogs as long as they don'...

kawungan, Queensland

2 Day Stay Starts 15 May 2026
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we need a sitter for only 2 nights, although welcome to come the night before as we need to leave early for a quick trip to the Sunshine Coast. We have room for a camper or van on flat land but would like you to stay inside with our 15yr old female Jack Russel/Maltese dog.

urangan, Queensland

14 Day Stay Starts 18 June 2026
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4 bedroom house and large backyard. Looking for a single person or couple to water plants and feed two dogs (very friendly) and two pet rats. Rats only require food and water in cage and no need to touch them. Located five minute drive to Hervey Bay’s main beach, in a quiet cul-de-sac street.

avoca, Queensland

11 Day Stay Starts 23 June 2026
Responsiveness

Hi Am looking for someone caring who loves animals. I have 2 friendly groodles and 2 cats that will require feeling and for the dogs to be walked at least evevry second day. I want some to stay in the home for the whole time

fernvale , Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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One medium sized dog-9 yrs old One cat- 1 year old,has a flap for day use, but it’s closed at dinner time so she stays in at night. Both fed twice a day, both like company so would prefer person who works from home some/all of the time. Or part time worker. They are not used to being alone for long periods. Cat has a tray she uses at night so that needs to be cleaned daily. Regular house chores. The house will be left clean and tidy for you, so expect same upon return. We live on ...

gaeta, Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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Look after 2 dogs and a goose. Out of town. On acres. Dirt road.

silverleaf, Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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Looking for a house sitter for our 42 acre property which is a hobby farm. We have 6 cavaliers to be taken care of, cows, horses and sheep.

wondai, Queensland

0 Day Stay Starts
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Look after 2 dogs (Irish Wolfhound and Catahoula X), 3 cats and water gardens. Large Queenslander home with a/con. Room for a caravan if you have 1 (have 15A power). Fully fenced and secured. Undercover parking available.

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

kawungan, Queensland

2 Day Stay Listed 15 May 2026

we need a sitter for only 2 nights, although welcome to come the night before as we need to leave early for a quick trip to the Sunshine Coast. We have room for a camper or van on flat land but would like you to stay inside with our 15yr old female Jack Russel/Maltese dog.

urangan, Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 18 June 2026

4 bedroom house and large backyard. Looking for a single person or couple to water plants and feed two dogs (very friendly) and two pet rats. Rats only require food and water in cage and no need to touch them. Located five minute drive to Hervey Bay’s main beach, in a quiet cul-de-sac street.

eli waters, Queensland

28 Day Stay Listed 27 Apr 2026

We would love a retired couple to sit a 3 year old mini schnauzer x griffon, well behaved and our home in Eli Waters Queensland. Or a couple who work from home and can spend time with Wilson. Hi, We live on canal frontage in Eli Waters, Queensland where you can fish and throw a crab pot in and have a swim in our saltwater pool. Our house has a great covered and screened outdoor patio with comfy seating and dining table. A lawn and gardens surround the house. I have all the amenities...

torquay , Queensland

134 Day Stay Listed 20 May 2026

Police check Able to look after and walk mid size dog, mow lawn and keep yard tidy

avoca, Queensland

11 Day Stay Listed 23 June 2026

Hi Am looking for someone caring who loves animals. I have 2 friendly groodles and 2 cats that will require feeling and for the dogs to be walked at least evevry second day. I want some to stay in the home for the whole time

pialba, Queensland

9 Day Stay Listed 20 June 2026

We require a loving housesitter who would look after our apartment and our two beautiful golden retrievers. Our beautiful girls love to walk and are very social, they go out for coffee with us most days, their ages are 9 years and 7 years. We do have a number of pot plants that will occasionally require a drink but that is all the gardening required. So if you're interested please contact us and we'd love to meet with you.

moorland, Queensland

29 Day Stay Listed 01 Apr 2026

Hi looking for someone to look after our animals and water gardens when needed, we are 15min north of Bundaberg QLD on 15 acres very quiet and relaxing but still close to town and attractions, We have 3 dogs 2 inside outside , chooks ,and fish (the sheep and cattle look after them self)

dundowran beach, Queensland

2 Day Stay Listed 18 Mar 2026

We have 3 dogs - Border Collie puppy 5 months, Schnoodle 3yrs, Miniature Poodle 2yrs Needing someone to stay to look after our dogs while we are away for 2 night. Our dogs cannot sleep outside. It is important that our Border Collie is walked each dog.

cooroy, Queensland

134 Day Stay Listed 28 May 2026

Daily feeding of two dogs and 3 horses.

branyan, Queensland

41 Day Stay Listed 15 June 2026

Watering the garden (on reticulation) and mowing the grass. Just keep the garden neat and the house clean. Our house is a comfortable new build, in a quiet street. The block is 1 acre with a landscaped garden, it sounds a lot but it is easy to maintain. The house is also easy to keep clean. If need be, a caravan could be stored at the back of the garden or on the driveway. We have friendly and helpful neighbours. Branyan is part of Bundaberg, a regional town at the southern tip of the Grea...

mcilwraith, Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 04 Sept 2026

hi we have 4 dogs all Aya Australian shepherd, Willow black German shepherd and Chilli bull Arab x Dane (we think!) and Harper Lab x cattle x ? we are away in September for a family holiday We live on 2 acres so no need to walk the girls - they will have lots of fun out in the garden! they are all inside dogs although when mum and dad are around no sleeping on beds (a little different when the children are home :)) We have a ride on mower - so depending on the weather the grass may need c...

nanango, Queensland

16 Day Stay Listed 17 Mar 2026

Need someone to stay in our house and look after our 2 x indoor dogs a 1 x indoor cat. Our house is to be treated like their own. There are also some wild ducks and birds( also chickens)we tend to put seed out for.

hervey bay, Queensland

17 Day Stay Listed 20 Apr 2026

House sit in Hervey Bay You will need to care for our furr baby bulldog and ole cat. Highset modest home with deck area and inground swimming pool. Larger sized block so can accommodate a medium sized caravan. Secure yard with electric gate.

pialba, Queensland

17 Day Stay Listed 20 Apr 2026

House sit in Hervey Bay You will need to care for our furr baby bulldog and ole cat.

south nanango, Queensland

4 Day Stay Listed 05 Mar 2026

feed dogs, cats and horses if needed

nikenbah, Queensland

13 Day Stay Listed 02 June 2026

We have 3 Chihuahua's, two sisters 12 months old and a elder gentleman 14 years of age

maryborough, Queensland

82 Day Stay Listed 01 May 2026

I have a beautiful old Queenslander within walking distance of the centre of town and a beautiful lush garden. In don't have any pets. I need someone to look after the house and garden while I am overseas for an extended period. There is a nature strip that needs mowing once a fortnight (takes about 10 minutes) and there is some twice weekly hand watering of the hanging baskets and pots in the garden. If it doesn't rain then a watering system needs to used weekly but you simply need to atta...

dundowran, Queensland

2 Day Stay Listed 28 Feb 2026

2 x Dogs 1x Cat

torquay , Queensland

15 Day Stay Listed 23 May 2026

One very spoilt cat. A little timid with strangers but very loving once she gets to know you. Mostly an indoor cat however does prefer to go outside to go to the toilet. Unfortunately she wants out at about 430am every morning and stays out until about 6am so be prepared for early morning wake ups. Ellie is otherwise very well behaved. She does like to be feed twice a days. It would be appreciated if you could also water the garden and pot plants maybe every 4 to 5 days. House has r...

bargara, Queensland

36 Day Stay Listed 07 Apr 2026

I have 2 small dogs a 9 year old poodle and 15 year old Chiquita/ pomeranium Well behaved like a walk every day with there other fur ry friends More info if required. Thanks

tiaro, Queensland

15 Day Stay Listed 23 Feb 2026

I’m looking for somebody to water my yard and Plants. I will be taking my dog to my sisters.. so no pets required to look after. It’s mainly looking after my garden and plants that’s it.. if you are in your own caravan I request that you stay in the caravan and not in the house if okay. You can use a veranda’s and this also an outdoor toilet on the veranda you can use..

dalby, Queensland

21 Day Stay Listed 14 Apr 2026

We’re looking for a responsible, animal-loving house sitter to care for our quiet 100-acre rural property in the Kogan area while we’re away. April 16 to May5 🐾 Animals to Care For 2 Neo Mastiff dogs – large, loyal, and gentle 2 very spoilt pigs – full of character and well loved Goats – easygoing and low maintenance All animals are used to routine care and human interaction. 🌿 The Property Peaceful rural setting on 100 acres Comfortable home with Wi-Fi available ...

maryborough , Queensland

23 Day Stay Listed 20 July 2026

Look after 2 dogs that need a walk a day. To look after easy maintenance garden, mainly just watering plants and mowing the lawn etc. Feeding the chickens.

moore park beach , Queensland

43 Day Stay Listed 16 Feb 2026

Needing someone to feed and care for our cat Oskar he is 9 years old, he sleeps all day and most the nights goes outside in the afternoon for a while . He's not the most affectionate cat . he does love a good brush under the belly . he is always locked inside at night . watering off pot plants and small area of garden and vegetable garden maybe mowing of lawn we have a large ride on mower zero turn although we're on five acres we only mow where the shed is that we're living . we are on 5 acr...

innes park , Queensland

25 Day Stay Listed 04 Mar 2026

Taking care of 1 dog and 2 cats. Includes walking dog a short distance twice every day.

maryborough , Queensland

14 Day Stay Listed 01 Feb 2026

Look after two dogs and a bird Onedog outside german shepard other shiz shu he in the house .dogs are to be kept separate Conia bird in house at night veranda during the day

innes park, Queensland

37 Day Stay Listed 27 Jan 2026

No pets, maintain garden and indoor plants. Maintain spa (quite easy), not a deal breaker for the right person.

bundaberg north, Queensland

55 Day Stay Listed 04 Mar 2026

House sitting. Possible gardening. Two bedrooms plus office. Two bathrooms. Separate lounge and dining area.

pialba, Queensland

40 Day Stay Listed 01 Sept 2026

Small 3 bedroom house in herveybay & i require someone to look after my cat.

sandy ridges , Queensland

8 Day Stay Listed 17 Jan 2026

Looking for someone to look after our farm. Fees the horses, dogs and chooks. Preferably someone with their own caravan to stay in. We can probed power and water.

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