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House Sitting in loddon

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

Lifestyle Guide

Caring for pets in Loddon Shire truly means relying on your own vehicle. Daily dog walks might involve quiet rural lanes, often unsealed, where kangaroos frequently graze at dawn or dusk. Always check local shire maps for designated trails within specific reserves like Kooyoora State Park, as roadside verges can be narrow for pedestrian use. For essential supplies, smaller IGA or general stores exist in towns such as Inglewood or Pyramid Hill, but their selections are often limited. Planning larger grocery runs is crucial, as a trip to Bendigo or Kerang for a broader supermarket choice typically involves an hour's drive from many parts of the shire. Veterinary care necessitates travel; ensure you identify the nearest clinic beforehand, which will likely be in one of the larger shire towns, or further afield in Bendigo. Fuel stations are available in the main settlements, but not at every crossroad, so monitor your tank levels diligently. The rhythm of life here is unhurried, meaning local shops generally close earlier than in metropolitan areas, and services operate on a country timetable. This quiet environment is exceptionally suited for pets appreciating ample space and fewer distractions. Local cafes are sparse, often integrated into general stores or bakeries; anticipate simple, hearty fare rather than a bustling artisan coffee scene. Occasional farmers' markets pop up intermittently across various towns; consult community notice boards or local shire websites for specific dates to source local produce. Embrace the expansive landscape for pet exercise, understanding that convenience in Loddon requires both forethought and consistent access to your car.

Open Assignments

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newham, Victoria

14 Day Stay Starts 17 July 2026
Responsiveness

Pets: 2 Border Collies (Bill & Ted): Outside dogs. Feed morning/evening, let out AM, secure in pen PM. Wear containment collars. Love walks. Must be locked in pen during thunder or gunshots. 15 Ducks & 3 Chooks: Feed daily (food in chook shed). Ducks sleep on dam. Chooks out AM, locked up PM. Eggs free to use. 1 Bird (Aviary): Seed blocks provided, occasional water top‑up. 1 Indoor Cat (George, 13yo): Feed twice daily (wet + dry). Very affectionate. Scoop/replace litter as needed....

maldon, Victoria

29 Day Stay Starts 14 Sept 2026
Responsiveness

Look after a dog and a Cat in our house

argyle, Victoria

21 Day Stay Starts 07 Oct 2026
Responsiveness

Hi, we are requiring someone to mind our house and animals while we are away. We have a booklet written up providing all the needed information regarding emergency contacts, vets ect as well as info on pet needs and house. House is a 3bdr fully aircon plus heating. Nothing is required for outside except watering birds in aviary. There is plenty to do around the area, wineries, lake and Bendigo is around half hour away.

strathfieldsaye, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Hi we are looking for someone to live at our home and look after our two dogs and fish while we are away. Our home is 10 mins out of Bendigo whijch is very central Victoria. Two hours down the freeway to Melbourne, 1.5 hours to Ballarat, 1 hour to Echuca, 30 minutes from Castlemaine and Maldon. House has all mod cons, nice undercover outdoor area, wi fi Internet, ducted heating/ air conditioner and while located in a housing estate it is surrounded by Bendigo National Park. Strathfieldsay...

white hills, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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House sitting and care for two old golden retrievers

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

elphinstone , Victoria

13 Day Stay Listed 18 July 2026

Two inside dogs need to go outside on a lead two or three times a day. Good with other dogs, one wants your lap at night. A staffy cross and a labradoodle, middle-older age :) Beautiful bluestone house on a bush block, 5 acres. Isolated. Car required. Full amenities Inc pool and streaming services, gym and skateboard ramp. EV charging available. Open fireplace and all the usual amenities. Elphinstone is a small, sleepy town with a pub, post office and primary school, Castlemaine is only 15 ...

gisborne south, Victoria

14 Day Stay Listed 06 July 2026

2 cats and chickens No garden work required at this time of year 10 acres Would suit elderly for quite time. Open fire

green gully, Victoria

97 Day Stay Listed 22 May 2026

My house is in a lovely bush setting. As the house sitter, I'll ask that you look after the house and garden. There are no pets to care for. You'll need to help with a few tasks around the house (not difficult) and possibly some bush regeneration if you are interested. Your bedroom is upstairs so you need to be comfortable with stairs. The house is on tank water and has a wood heater as well as AC. I am hoping to find someone for the 3 months.

maldon, Victoria

29 Day Stay Listed 14 Sept 2026

Look after a dog and a Cat in our house

hesket, Victoria

4 Day Stay Listed 02 Apr 2026

Feed and Walk dogs, feed chooks. Stay in house.

woodvale , Victoria

6 Day Stay Listed 20 Mar 2026

Hello, We would love preferably a two person house sit. We are out of town and off grid so two people would probably find it more appealing. Having said that our solar system has batteries and a generator so you don’t actually have to “do anything”. It’s a very comfortable light filled home, with a pool. We have two pets for looking after. Percy our gorgeous border collie - an outside dog and Savanah our Russian blue cat. They are both very friendly but we keep them apart. Savanah doesn’t l...

newham, Victoria

14 Day Stay Listed 17 July 2026

Pets: 2 Border Collies (Bill & Ted): Outside dogs. Feed morning/evening, let out AM, secure in pen PM. Wear containment collars. Love walks. Must be locked in pen during thunder or gunshots. 15 Ducks & 3 Chooks: Feed daily (food in chook shed). Ducks sleep on dam. Chooks out AM, locked up PM. Eggs free to use. 1 Bird (Aviary): Seed blocks provided, occasional water top‑up. 1 Indoor Cat (George, 13yo): Feed twice daily (wet + dry). Very affectionate. Scoop/replace litter as needed....

argyle, Victoria

21 Day Stay Listed 07 Oct 2026

Hi, we are requiring someone to mind our house and animals while we are away. We have a booklet written up providing all the needed information regarding emergency contacts, vets ect as well as info on pet needs and house. House is a 3bdr fully aircon plus heating. Nothing is required for outside except watering birds in aviary. There is plenty to do around the area, wineries, lake and Bendigo is around half hour away.

malmsbury, Victoria

87 Day Stay Listed 29 Apr 2026

Hi! I will be travelling overseas for my work for 3 months and need a reliable sitter to look after the house, garden and my 3 cats. 1. Jethro is 17 and needs medication three times a week. Administered in his food. I usuually crush down a tablet. 2. Boodjighan (boodj for short) is 4 and also needs special care. After a major operation last year he is on a strict diet due to crystals forming in his bladder. 3. Munka is nearly 3. Munka was my Dad's cat. We adopted him after dad passed a...

kyneton , Victoria

2 Day Stay Listed 07 Mar 2026

Feed 2 border collies and 3 chickens . Stay in guest room.

kyneton , Victoria

2 Day Stay Listed 07 Mar 2026

Feed 2 border collies and 3 chickens . Stay in guest room.

castlemaine, Victoria

6 Day Stay Listed 20 Mar 2026

The experience to care for & administer oral medications (am & pm) to both an elderly dog & cat. Need to be ok having animals sleep on bed with you. Need to be ok cleaning up after them via kitty litter tray and newspaper on tiled / wooden floors. Both creatures very sweet and friendly yet needing your loving care and attention.

ashbourne, Victoria

73 Day Stay Listed 22 Feb 2027

Look after lively, friendly small border collie, 10 chickens and watering the garden as needed

strathfieldsaye, Victoria

0 Day Stay Listed

Hi we are looking for someone to live at our home and look after our two dogs and fish while we are away. Our home is 10 mins out of Bendigo whijch is very central Victoria. Two hours down the freeway to Melbourne, 1.5 hours to Ballarat, 1 hour to Echuca, 30 minutes from Castlemaine and Maldon. House has all mod cons, nice undercover outdoor area, wi fi Internet, ducted heating/ air conditioner and while located in a housing estate it is surrounded by Bendigo National Park. Strathfieldsay...

woodend, Victoria

73 Day Stay Listed 22 Feb 2027

Look after lively, friendly small border collie, 10 chickens and watering the garden as needed

woodend, Victoria

33 Day Stay Listed 24 May 2026

to care for a 7 year old jack russel. Has a pen and fed once a day. Wood fire , so will need to keep the fire a light.

bendigo, Victoria

5 Day Stay Listed 25 Feb 2026

I am looking for a pet sitter for 5 days while I attend a conference in Noosa. I need someone to look after my 6-month-old Wolfhound x Bull Arab. She is a beautiful dog but very strong and fast, therefore she will need an experienced dog person to care for her.

elmore, Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 17 Jan 2026

Farm house 30 minutes from Bendigo. 15 minutes to either Elmore, Toolleen, Goornong or Cobinabbin Pubs. Sitters required to feed and exercise friendly working dog, water garden and monitor livestock water supply

carlsruhe, Victoria

3 Day Stay Listed 24 Dec 2025

kerrie, Victoria

8 Day Stay Listed 19 Jan 2026

We are looking for someone/couple that is reliable and has experience with large dogs and horses. We have 3 German shepherds and 1 kelpie of which they all cannot be out together so their time out of the dog runs needs to be managed everyday to allow ample free play time for each dog. We have 7 horses of which 2 need a hard feed every day. We also have cows on other blocks so if you have any farm experience this would be a bonus and amazing!

golden square, Victoria

54 Day Stay Listed 26 Mar 2026

Look after home and water garden if needed plus care for and walk jack russell.

jackass flat , Victoria

18 Day Stay Listed 20 Apr 2026

We are looking for a companion for our mature aged dog while we are away. She is quiet and loves time with people and daily walks. Morning and night feeds and daily walks required. Basic house sitting tasks such as collecting mail and keeping things tidy. No gardening required. We are located approx. five minutes drive from the town centre.

ashbourne, Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 16 Dec 2025

We’re on a large property, just under 50 acres which is half forest. Very peaceful here. We have a Golden Retriever who sleeps inside and enjoys time both inside and in the backyard during the day. We have a British shorthair cat who’s indoors full time, she’s very independent and might come for a pat at nighttime. 14 chickens, they’ll just need eggs collected daily. Food and water will be all sorted for them. 8 goats, 3 of them are young kids. Water will just need to be topped up ev...

kyneton, Victoria

26 Day Stay Listed 26 Mar 2026

Looking after a home, garden and an indoor Maltese Shih Tzu named Cutie.

welshmans reef, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 21 July 2026

Feed small dog and 5 chooks

goornong, Victoria

2 Day Stay Listed 14 Nov 2025

Dogs must be fed morning and night. Cats must be fed their own specific food every couple hours when they want it ( one has a scoop and that’s all he eats from all day ) & take dogs outside intermittently & cat must be taken outside with out dogs nearby. Must sleep in the bed with dogs under blanket & door closed.

bendigo, Victoria

11 Day Stay Listed 21 Aug 2025

I have an 11yr old Toy/Miniature Poodle who is easy to care for. water pots on deck if needed.

kangaroo flat, Victoria

62 Day Stay Listed 04 Oct 2025

We have a feisty Burmese cat who rules the roost and needs someone who can keep him company for most of the day and evenings. He loves someone who will play with him and give him lots of affection. Our council pet curfew laws mean he can only go outside with his harness and lead which he loves, especially when it’s sunny although he needs close supervision as he loves to try and escape at any opportunity. We also have a garden and stacks of indoor and outdoor plants that need caring for. ...

majorca, Victoria

21 Day Stay Listed 20 Dec 2025

Small house on 2 acres set in a small village. We have 1 big soppy dog, 2 goats, 4 sheep and a ram. The house is small and simple but has all the mod cons plus an outside bath we love soaking in and watching the birds in the nearby gum trees. The house and the block are low maintenance so apart from watering some trees and feeding the animals little to do. We are 2 hours from Melbourne, 45 minutes from Ballarat and an hour from Bendigo. We are close to Tullaroop Reservoir and close to lo...

inglewood , Victoria

26 Day Stay Listed 10 Sept 2025

Looking for experienced bull terrier person to mind my very spoilt girl in my home. Doggy door, so just needs walk and small time with ball play. Must know bully’s as they are very different to other breeds.

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