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

Lifestyle Guide

Your days in Northern Tasmania unfold with a gentle, yet purposeful rhythm. The first light often signals your companion animal's anticipation for a morning outing. A short walk might take you along the meandering Tamar River, where the air carries a crisp, clean scent, or into the dramatic Cataract Gorge, its walking paths perfect for an energetic dog. Return to the quiet hum of the house, ready to tend to home duties or simply enjoy a slow breakfast. Mid-morning offers opportunities for local errands or exploration. Many residential areas connect directly to pathways leading to charming independent cafés – perhaps for a Flat White and a freshly baked treat. Saturdays bring the Harvest Market to Launceston, a chance to gather provisions for the week from local growers, ensuring the pantry in your temporary home feels well-stocked and cared for. This unhurried pace allows ample time to manage pet feeding schedules and provide companionship. Afternoons often invite leisurely strolls through local reserves, where the eucalypt-scented air prevails, or a quiet read in a sunlit corner of the house. Evenings settle in with a distinct quietude, far removed from urban rush. Cooking with the day's market finds, perhaps overlooking a garden, becomes a grounding ritual. Here, living closely mirrors the land's own cycles, offering a deep connection to your surroundings and the animals entrusted to your care.

Open Assignments

3 Open Now

george town, Tasmania

11 Day Stay Starts 07 Sept 2026
Responsiveness

We have a 13 Y/O Female Beagle who is very content staying around home, she can go outside to the backyard at her leisure through a Dog door. Our yard is very secure no worries about her getting out. Ther yard is very low maintenance. The house is a 3-bedroom house on a level block in a quiet avenue, no through traffic. Ruby can be left at home during daytime hrs.

perth, Tasmania

7 Day Stay Starts 09 Oct 2026
Responsiveness

require house sitter to stay at our home and care for 2 dogs (Labradoodle and Shih Tzu) and our cat. would include accommodation during this time, access to unlimited internet and all facilities.

newnham, Tasmania

11 Day Stay Starts 18 Dec 2026
Responsiveness

Look after a chihuahua a cavoodle. Walk daily once a day, feed & poop scoop. Newnham. Tasmania.

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george town, Tasmania

11 Day Stay Listed 07 Sept 2026

We have a 13 Y/O Female Beagle who is very content staying around home, she can go outside to the backyard at her leisure through a Dog door. Our yard is very secure no worries about her getting out. Ther yard is very low maintenance. The house is a 3-bedroom house on a level block in a quiet avenue, no through traffic. Ruby can be left at home during daytime hrs.

perth, Tasmania

7 Day Stay Listed 09 Oct 2026

require house sitter to stay at our home and care for 2 dogs (Labradoodle and Shih Tzu) and our cat. would include accommodation during this time, access to unlimited internet and all facilities.

trevallyn, Tasmania

31 Day Stay Listed 30 July 2026

We have an old fox hound- sandy. Her back legs are going a little and she sleeps a lot. She just needs a walk every other day. Then there is young Gus our big Wolfhound cross. He is a gentle giant like scooby Doo. He needs a good walk every day. We also have 2 guinea pigs tomato and pickle who need food and cuddles if you like. There are also some hermit crabs that just need food and water.

trevallyn, Tasmania

31 Day Stay Listed 30 July 2026

We have 2 dogs, Sandy- the old fox hound needs walks every other day and the other Gus- a wolf hound cross needs walking every day. We also have guinea pigs Chilli and Tomato, who need food and their home kept tidy. There are some hermit crabs who just need food and water. Our home has lots of plants that need watering.

trevallyn, Tasmania

9 Day Stay Listed 14 July 2026

We have 2 Golden Retrievers who are very friendly; a bunny and some fish that need some love whilst we are away. We live in a large sunny and warm home with high speed internet, streaming services and great views. Only a 15-20 minute walk to the centre of town, close to the Cataract Gorge and local services.

ringarooma , Tasmania

7 Day Stay Listed 12 Aug 2026

Lovely federation home in one of the prettiest places on the planet. Hikers and photographers happy place One very spoilt moggy and one very large German Shepherd Please don't apply for this sit if large dogs worry you. To us who know him, Jackson is a big goof ball. To others, he's a very big, scary German Shepherd

south launceston, Tasmania

16 Day Stay Listed 12 June 2026

Seeking a House Sitter for Our Cozy Home & Fur Babies! 🐾 Hi there! My partner and I are heading away to Perth and we’re looking for a reliable, caring house sitter to stay in our home and look after our beloved fur family: Queen Jupiter and her two boys, Cupid and River. ❤️ ✨ About Our Home • A beautiful three-bedroom house with an open-plan kitchen and living area, filled with natural light. • You’ll have your own private bedroom and bathroom for a comfortable stay. • Free WiFi,...

newnham, Tasmania

11 Day Stay Listed 18 Dec 2026

Look after a chihuahua a cavoodle. Walk daily once a day, feed & poop scoop. Newnham. Tasmania.

george town, Tasmania

29 Day Stay Listed 28 Apr 2026

Home & Pet Sitting for 3 Adult Cats. They are good babies and are no trouble We live in a modest 3bd home on a quiet street with a small view of the Tamar estuary. Weekly cleaning & fortnightly mowing services will be continuing whilst I am away. George Town is such great spot, close to just about everything. If you could help us by doing even art of this time we would be very grateful. Thank you for your time and consideration.

george town , Tasmania

29 Day Stay Listed 28 Apr 2026

Hello to all, My name is Julie and I am looking for a Home & Cat carer for 4 weeks. Between April 28th till May 27th. We live in a modest 3bd home in a quiet street with a small view of the Tamar estuary. My home has a ramp at the back door & the shower is fully accessible. Caring for 3 adult cats. Female named Gi Gi aged 11 & 2 males Rebel aged 11 & Alex aged 6 years. My fur babies are no trouble, mostly they just need to be feed, & I would prefer them to have some company in the ho...

newnham, Tasmania

9 Day Stay Listed 09 Apr 2026

Two senior dogs for a live in sitter. Loki (11yo) Jack Russel X Funky (9.5) French Bulldog Feed of a night time and fresh water daily Plays and the occasional walk. Occasional vacuum of house (the boys drop a bit of fur) but can set up robot vacuum to auto clean. Will need to stay over night as they do bark out of anxiety if left for too long alone at night. (fine to leave during the day) Queen bed and a separate bathroom. Access to movies and shows on TV 10 minutes from town. 2 minut...

lalla, Tasmania

15 Day Stay Listed 19 June 2026

feed and walk two friendly dogs

west launceston, Tasmania

199 Day Stay Listed 24 Mar 2026

A 3 bedroom split level home overlooking the Gorge with views to the hills & Tamar River from deck. Steep driveway with natives, a rose & veggie garden as well. Owners will be in Qld getting ready to move up at the end of 2026. Someone fit who loves walking & exploring Tasmania.

george town, Tasmania

13 Day Stay Listed 03 May 2026

We are located in George Town Tasmania on the Tamar River. Close the beaches, bush walking, mountain biking and local places of interest. Launceston is a short 35-minute drive. Plenty of places to go for day trips. We have a cozy family home in a quiet area overlooking hobby farms with both sheep and cows. If you enjoy the quiet relaxed life this is the place for you, Our 2 rescue cats will require daily feeding (multiple times) and litter trays to be keep clean. Would prefer if you w...

invermay, Tasmania

10 Day Stay Listed 23 Mar 2026

Old weatherboard charming cottage. One fluffy medium sized dog and a cat.

beaconsfield, Tasmania

80 Day Stay Listed 12 Apr 2026

Minimal garden care. Only watering of a few plants and mow the lawn with ride-on mower if needed. No animals to look after. House-sitter can stay in our fully self-contained very large studio apartment. Wi-fi and Netflix available. Access to house laundry and can use single car garage. Plenty of room to park a caravan. Apartment on ground floor with no steps. 5-minute walk to shops, cafes and restaurants.

east launceston, Tasmania

2 Day Stay Listed 15 Jan 2026

care for our cat Claude and also water some plants - thanks

east launceston, Tasmania

19 Day Stay Listed 04 July 2026

feed our cat Claude and water some plants thanks

newstead, Tasmania

12 Day Stay Listed 07 Jan 2026

Our home is located in Newstead, Launceston. We have 2 mini schnauzers who love snuggles and treats, and the occasional walk. They are low maintenance pups, house trained, and very affectionate. Our home is located on a quiet street, has all the modern conveniences (reverse cycle air conditioning, internet, kitchen, washing machine and dryer, etc) and a decent sized yard. We are looking for someone who is happy to care for our dogs, water the garden on warmer days, keep the bird bath fu...

invermay, Tasmania

8 Day Stay Listed 19 Dec 2025

Hi there, Have a nice house and garden, with a lovely older black cat named Allie and a lonely chook named “chook”. Going away for Christmas, maybe New Year’s too, so looking for someone to give them (mainly Allie) some companionship. I often go away weekends, so open to anyone looking for ad-hoc shorter stays as well. Cheers, Alex

weldborough, Tasmania

32 Day Stay Listed 22 Dec 2025

We are a retired couple who have just relocated to Tasmania on the North Coast. The main shopping town is Scottsdale but the coastal town of St Helens is well equipped with an IGA and Cafes and is equidistant away. About 45 minutes to either. We live in a 3 bedroom house with all amenities. You will have 3 small dogs and an indoor cat to look after. Due to the absence of a reasonable fence, the dogs need to go out on the lead for their business. The cat stays inside at all times. Our date...

greens beach, Tasmania

10 Day Stay Listed 18 Dec 2025

Look after two small dogs.

ravenswood, Tasmania

7 Day Stay Listed 23 Sept 2025

Look after a 12 year old female cat -she needs to be fed and her kitty litter cleaned out she is very easy going loves her food and is loves to go outside but I need to be with her as she is a jumper and would jump up on the fence and probably run away - so I go out and sit with her in the sun which she loves she likes to sleep on the bed - she is a Calico grey and peach has a sweet nature only cuddles when it suits her she was a rescue I have only had her for two years this December. ...

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