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

Lifestyle Guide

Melbourne's inner suburbs offer a gentle rhythm for house-sitting, encouraging a focus on your animal companions. Days here unfold with their comfort in mind, allowing you to establish your own peaceful routine. Early morning walks are a given, often leading to a local off-leash reserve or a tree-lined street where resident dogs greet each other. The city’s quiet residential pockets foster a slower pace, creating a calm environment for both you and the pets in your care. After their morning exercise, many of Melbourne’s café strips welcome well-behaved dogs at outdoor tables; a flat white and a quiet spot to observe the street often become a daily ritual. Depending on your location, a walk along the Yarra River or a stroll through a neighbourhood market might fill the afternoon, picking up fresh produce without disrupting pet schedules. These outings are seamlessly integrated into the animals’ usual times, maintaining their sense of stability. Longer excursions might involve a tram ride to a bayside beach for a sandy play, or a short drive to Dandenong Ranges trails, always mindful of the pets' energy levels and recovery time back home. Melbourne's efficient public transport links can extend your reach, but the core of house-sitting here remains the tranquil domestic rhythm. Evenings settle into the quiet of the home, perhaps with a book and a contented pet nearby, embodying the calm, considered life this city affords its temporary residents.

Open Assignments

31 Open Now

pascoe vale south, Victoria

63 Day Stay Starts 29 Apr 2026
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hello! We are seeking an animal loving, kind and gentle person who would love to stay at our 2 bedroom home in Pascoe Vale South (border Brunswick West) and look after our 2 gorgeous cats. (Preferably female sitter as my cats are a bit nervous around males) Our house is an inviting cosy, free standing weatherboard house with garden. It is well kept, has effective central gas heating and 2 x split systems for A/C. It has a front yard and a back deck with entertaining area including a gas...

coburg, Victoria

30 Day Stay Starts 01 May 2026
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Hi team, happy to pay. My 6 year old black labrador, Poppy just likes company and 2 walks a day - one at times is enough if you take her to Port Melbourne beach in the morning. She is very funny and very happy. 2 meals a day but also likes lunch (ie boiled or poached egg) and a bit if whatever your eating. Of course we would supply all food. Also whatever is in our fridge and some of the wine is at your disposal. Dates not locked in yet. We live in a lovely part of Coburg with very close walk...

rye, Victoria

22 Day Stay Starts 13 May 2026
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2 dogs Border Collie 10 years German Short Haired Pointer 7 years

preston, Victoria

72 Day Stay Starts 25 May 2026
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We’re looking for a caring and responsible sitter to look after our two lovely dogs while we’re away. Daily walks are important — each dog will need their own separate walk of around 1 hour Milky is friendly and enjoys socialising with other dogs George prefers his own space, so he’ll need to be walked separately and kept away from other dogs George also has medication that just needs to be mixed into his food in the evening Fresh water daily and general care, attention, and company for ...

broadmeadows, Victoria

14 Day Stay Starts 09 June 2026
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broadmeadows , Victoria

14 Day Stay Starts 09 June 2026
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Look after house, dog, 2 cats, fish and house plants

mount eliza , Victoria

20 Day Stay Starts 20 June 2026
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We live on a large block in the woodland area of Mt Eliza on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula in a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. We are looking for an animal loving house sitter for 3 weeks over the middle of 2026. We have two very friendly and well behaved dogs - a 6 year old black Labrador (Nettle) and a 13 year old beagle x cavalier (Anna) who will love to hang out with you and who will need a walk morning and evening. We also have two cats (indoor/outdoor) who mostly look after themselve...

doncaster, Victoria

18 Day Stay Starts 22 June 2026
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We’re looking for a reliable, animal‑loving sitter to care for our 2 year old kelpie (Ginger) x and two indoor ragdoll cats (Oreo & Lyra) while we’re away. Pets: • Ginger requires 2 walks a day. She is a high energy working breed. daily feeding • Two indoor cats – feeding + weekly litter change Home: • Comfortable, warm, easy to maintain, 4 bedrooms double storey • Fast Wi‑Fi • Quiet, safe area close to shops, parks, cafes, restaurants and public transport • Driveway parking

melton south, Victoria

15 Day Stay Starts 27 June 2026
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We are looking for a sitter to look after our two cats, Eggy and Chai. They are very sweet however they are both anxious cats. They would need to be given oral medication, and eye drops for Eggy as he is an FIP survivor. We also have house plants that would need to be watered once while we are away. We prefer for someone who can spend time and play with the cats, not just cleaning the litterbox and feeding them.

clayton, Victoria

25 Day Stay Starts 21 July 2026
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We have two indoor cats and some fish/shrimp. The cats are very affectionate and would love lots of cuddles, some experience looking after anxious cats would be good, as one of them can be a bit anxious when we go away. Experience looking after fish is required. We have indoor and outdoor plants that require watering but will be relatively low maintenance over winter. We have a garage with room for a car. We have a reverse cycle heater, washing machine and a dryer. The property is walking...

pearcedale, Victoria

36 Day Stay Starts 29 July 2026
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Look after our beloved 3 dogs General house duties- feed and walk dogs, poo pick up, bins out, plants watered

doreen, Victoria

38 Day Stay Starts 04 Aug 2026
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General house sitting. One small dog to be fed and let outside for toilet. Start cars every few days. Take out garbage bins on collection day.

nar nar goon, Victoria

18 Day Stay Starts 08 Aug 2026
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Seeking an experienced animal carer to look after my fur-kids whilst I travel overseas for a special bucket list holiday. Located on 4 acres, I have 3 horses that require care, feeding and rugging, so an experienced horse person is preferred. Two dogs that live outside, but love attention, and an older cat that lives inside. Also, some chickens that provide eggs, and a couple of birds. Accommodation in an older but comfortable house, 3 bed, 1 bath. Cosy lounge with a fireplace and plenty o...

mooroolbark, Victoria

30 Day Stay Starts 23 Aug 2026
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rowville , Victoria

18 Day Stay Starts 29 Sept 2026
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Need someone to look after our house and dog and our cat in September/October. They will need to be home in the evenings preferably and overnight is a must, please. Both pets (Banjo 10 y.o. Golden retriever and Jazz 11 y.o. Domestic short hair cat) are low maintenance and although Banjo does like walks, he’s really pretty lazy so doesn’t mind if there are not many. Both fed twice a day and have a pet door to come and go as they please. Just need to keep the cat in at night. House is a lar...

ferntree gully, Victoria

37 Day Stay Starts 05 Oct 2026
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Thank you for considering watching my home & my 3 adorable cats. I have 2 male cats (Ziggy is 9 & Chester is 7) & one female love-bug (Maia who is 3). They are totally indoor only cats, but have a cool Catio. They require the following please: • Their water changed every other day. • Their dry food topped up slightly every other day. • Their cat litter pan cleared of pee & poo daily. (you'll need to refresh/top up the litter after you remove the ablutions) • They each get 1/3 a tin ...

croydon south, Victoria

18 Day Stay Starts 25 Oct 2026
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We have 3 West Highland Whaite terriers (dogs) that need to be taken care of while we are away. In addition to daily feeding and cleaning up their mess, the occasional walk will be appreciated, the watering of garden if required (weather dependant), mowing of the lawns, and collection of mail. There will be no need to pay bills.

lynbrook, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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To care for two models (Maltese terrier cross poodles), Goldfish in outside pond, Chicken. We shall be away later in the year from December to the end of March - so hopefully the scheduled few days we are away skiing in September will allow the sitters a trial run.

frankston south, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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We reside in a recently renovated large home in Frankston South with 11 metre pool and spa on the outdoor deck. We require a house/dogsitter over the Australia Day weekend to look after our 6 year old Shetland Sheepdogs. Preferably no children as they have not been around kids throughout their lives.

balaclava, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Care for our dog, a boston terrier puppy (play with, walk etc), water our (small) garden, collect mail - generally look after the house. Its a 3 bedroom townhouse with a small backyard.

chelsea, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Be a presence in the house Water Plants Feed and walk friendly dog

elsternwick , Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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We are going to a wedding in the country and have two standard schnauzers, Lenny and Missy who are not invited. They are very friendly and are no trouble with other dogs or people. The sitter's role would be to give them a walk in the local park once a day, pick up their poo in the back yard, feed them at night, and give them a bit of a cuddle. Neither of the dogs have any special dietary or medical requirements. They both eat kibble once a day and have a bone each to keep them happy and...

ivanhoe, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Hello. We're looking for someone to stay in our lovely, clean and welcoming one bedroom townhouse in Ivanhoe. 30 second walk to an amazing walking track and Darebin creek. We require someone to bring in the mail occasionally and water plants if they need it. But mostly to feed our two loveable cats and tropical fish each day. Hope to hear from you :)

diamond creek, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Hello, we are looking for someone to look after our house, our dog, cat, rabbi and chickens....We have Merlot (like the wine) an Australian Kelpie that is very friendly, full of energy, and needs daily exercise. My parents will look after the dog some of the time. The dog is house trained and sleeps inside at night. She would like a walk each day, or play on the field next door to our house. The cats just need food. The rabbit has a pen that she can be placed in during the day and she is...

diamond creek, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Note... Our intended sitter has pulled out and we are readvertising.. Hello, we are looking for someone to look after our house, our dog and our cat...We have an australian Kelpie that is very friendly, full of energy, and needs daily exercise. my parents will look after the dog some of the time. the dog is house trained and sleeps inside at night. The cat just needs food...As you might realize, our priority is companionship and excercise for the dog... we would like a single/couple that d...

st kilda, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Great St Kilda location near chapel/carlisle and fitzroy streets! Requirement to house and cat sit 'Mikey' a senior cranky gentleman. He's generally quite low maintenance except he started having seizures lasr year and is now on medication that must be given with food twice daily (breakfast and dinner which are his regular meals), ensure he's in at night, some pandering to quirks and affection... when it suits him :). The seizures have stopped since he's been on the pills but if one happens t...

coburg north, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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I’m looking for someone to look after our house and our resident cat, chicken and dog (staffy cross). Daily watering of the veggie garden is appreciated. You are welcome to the garden produce as well.

heathmont, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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We live in a leafy neighborhood with Eastland shopping center 5 minutes away by car, and the Dandenong creek trail on our door step. Our ten year old cocker spaniel loves to company and cuddles. She also loves her Saturday morning slice of peanut butter toast! She isn’t a fan of other dogs as she was attacked by one off lead. Doesn’t need much walking. House has two living rooms and covered deck.

kew east, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Looking for a house sitter to look after two cats (mogs). Charming secluded garden. Ducted heating/cooling. Close to Coles supermarket and local trams (0.9 km).

coburg, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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Looking for a pet lover to look after our house, lovely Labrador dog and friendly independent cat. Quin the dog needs a couple of walks a day. Would be great if the person could water the garden if there is little to no rain. We live in a comfy 2 bedroom house in Coburg.

kensington, Victoria

0 Day Stay Starts
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We are in a small two bedroom townhouse. The courtyard will need watering once every two days. Most importantly we have two cats that will need looking after and are fed twice a day. Regards Raphael

Recent Activity (Past 3 Months)

mount eliza, Victoria

31 Day Stay Listed 01 Jan 2020

We are looking for a house sitter or sitters to look after our cat and two dogs. Amber is a 11 year old cat. Like most cats she's low maintenance. We would be expecting you to feed her morning and night, make sure there's water available, and clean out the kitty litter. She is an indoor cat. Maisie is a 4 year old rough collie. She is an affectionate dog but certain things make her anxious (such as children running around), and when this happens she will bark and pant. Banjo is a 3 year...

preston, Victoria

72 Day Stay Listed 25 May 2026

We’re looking for a caring and responsible sitter to look after our two lovely dogs while we’re away. Daily walks are important — each dog will need their own separate walk of around 1 hour Milky is friendly and enjoys socialising with other dogs George prefers his own space, so he’ll need to be walked separately and kept away from other dogs George also has medication that just needs to be mixed into his food in the evening Fresh water daily and general care, attention, and company for ...

broadmeadows, Victoria

14 Day Stay Listed 09 June 2026

broadmeadows , Victoria

14 Day Stay Listed 09 June 2026

Look after house, dog, 2 cats, fish and house plants

pascoe vale south, Victoria

63 Day Stay Listed 29 Apr 2026

hello! We are seeking an animal loving, kind and gentle person who would love to stay at our 2 bedroom home in Pascoe Vale South (border Brunswick West) and look after our 2 gorgeous cats. (Preferably female sitter as my cats are a bit nervous around males) Our house is an inviting cosy, free standing weatherboard house with garden. It is well kept, has effective central gas heating and 2 x split systems for A/C. It has a front yard and a back deck with entertaining area including a gas...

warburton, Victoria

153 Day Stay Listed 07 May 2026

Long term Winter House sit in Warburton (May to October, Flexible) - NO PETS This is a rare low-commitment house sit with no pets to care for, making it perfect for remote workers, writers, creatives, or anyone wanting a quiet base away from the city. We’re seeking a reliable and responsible house sitter to enjoy an extended stay in our cosy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in the beautiful town of Warburton in the heart of the Yarra Valley, Victoria. Available from May to October, this is a...

warrandyte, Victoria

67 Day Stay Listed 25 June 2026

Provide care for dog and home

black rock, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 05 Apr 2026

We have 2 dogs and 2 cats and our house sitter cancelled last minute! Please reach out if you are available.

macleod, Victoria

3 Day Stay Listed 09 Apr 2026

Need to look after 2 cats for 3 nights who can't be left by themselves as they can fight. One of them can be put in a room for a while and/or overnight. They cannot go outside. They are both British Shorthair. One is mine and the other one is my daughters.

sunbury, Victoria

118 Day Stay Listed 07 May 2026

We are looking for someone to care for our elderly cat and home. Our home is in a quiet suburban street with lots of walking paths.

brighton, Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 12 Apr 2026

Hello we live in bayside area of Melbourne. We are going away for a week and would love to have someone to come and look after our pets at home. House sit two lovely dogs. 1 x border collie (female, 4 yo) and 1 x fox terrier (6 yo), 2 cats and bay turtle and baby python. The reptiles are very low maintenance.

northcote , Victoria

68 Day Stay Listed 19 Apr 2026

Have one dog to look after - 9 year old German Shepard cross golden retriever. Will provide the address directly if that is okay! Home is a three bedroom three bathroom town house.

caulfield north, Victoria

15 Day Stay Listed 10 May 2026

A Modern Inner-East Retreat — Great Transport & Two Weeks of Cat Companionship Dates: Sunday May 10 – Saturday May 23, 2026 Location: Caulfield North Victoria. Pets: 1 Cat (Ali) About the Home We are looking for a responsible and clean house sitter to look after our modern 3-bedroom apartment and beautiful 3-year-old cat, Ali while we are travelling for two weeks. Situated in Caulfield North, the apartment offers exceptional connectivity — a 1-minute walk to the 605 bus, a 5-min...

mount eliza , Victoria

20 Day Stay Listed 20 June 2026

We live on a large block in the woodland area of Mt Eliza on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula in a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. We are looking for an animal loving house sitter for 3 weeks over the middle of 2026. We have two very friendly and well behaved dogs - a 6 year old black Labrador (Nettle) and a 13 year old beagle x cavalier (Anna) who will love to hang out with you and who will need a walk morning and evening. We also have two cats (indoor/outdoor) who mostly look after themselve...

cranbourne , Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 22 May 2026

HELLO MY NAME IS CHELSEY IM LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO HOUSE SIT. I HAVE A MALE MINI CAVOODLE AND A 5 YEAR OLD FEMALE CAT. VERY LOW MAITNANCE HOUSE JUST NEED MY 2 FUR BABIES CARED FOR PLEASE MESSAGE IF INTERESTED THANKYOU

brighton east, Victoria

8 Day Stay Listed 10 Apr 2026

We have x2 Tibetan Terriers - mother and daughter who like to be around people. They enjoy a walk at least once a day at one of the parks near our home. And love nothing more than a cuddle. We also have a bunny - who is sweet and roams around outside but does not need people!! Our home is walking distance to Bay St, Brighton full of cafes and not too far from the beach.

prahran, Victoria

60 Day Stay Listed 16 July 2026

Look after 2 sausage dogs and one budgie. No need to pay and bills. Walking distance to Hawksburn shops in lovely quiet street just off Malvern road. 2 bedrooms, one bathroom and open plan back area with lovely back garden with table. Super friendly sausage dogs- 14 and 11. Rocket the budgie takes 5 minutes to change his water and seed and paper at bottom of cage. Dogs get a daily walk just round the block

belgrave, Victoria

5 Day Stay Listed 10 Apr 2026

House sit two golden retrievers aged 10 and 7yrs while we are away camping. Chewie and solo are very cuddly boys. Dogs will need to be walked daily. Dogs are unable to stay in the backyard unsupervised at this stage, but can stay indoors for a few hours at a time if sitter needs to step out . Sitter will need to be available to toilet dogs in the backyard throughout the day.

elwood, Victoria

41 Day Stay Listed 29 Mar 2026

Live in housesitter to care for one small dog (shitzu maltese cross) and one domestic cat (indoor). Feed and litter both pets, walk dog most days. Mind house during period of sit, collect mail etc.

melbourne, Victoria

11 Day Stay Listed 22 Apr 2026

Look after indoor cat. Sitter cannot have pet. Single or couple as only bedroom available

cranbourne , Victoria

7 Day Stay Listed 22 May 2026

Hello my name is chelsey i need a live in house sitter I have a puppy mini cavoodle named yoda and a friendly cat named luna Feeding them is required. There is plenty to do in Cranbourne shopping centers restraunts Botanicle Gardens movies about 15min away train station and bus stops both within walking distance. The house is in a quiet street we have internet Netflix Disney HBO

frankston south, Victoria

0 Day Stay Listed

We reside in a recently renovated large home in Frankston South with 11 metre pool and spa on the outdoor deck. We require a house/dogsitter over the Australia Day weekend to look after our 6 year old Shetland Sheepdogs. Preferably no children as they have not been around kids throughout their lives.

crib point, Victoria

16 Day Stay Listed 02 Apr 2026

Hello, Our names are Courtney and Sam, we have a 2 year old baby called Rowan and are planning on travelling to NSW to spend Easter with our families. We are looking for a kind, trustworthy and reliable pet lover/couple to look after beautiful pup Charlie and our chickens while we are away. Charlie is a 2 year old Aussie Shepherd, will need feeding, daily walks, love and attention. He is a high energy dog so looking for someone who would feel comfortable with this. Our 2 x chic...

sunbury, Victoria

10 Day Stay Listed 02 Apr 2026

We have two cats that need to be fed and litter changed.

princes hill, Victoria

16 Day Stay Listed 03 Apr 2026

We need someone to look after our 14 year old pugalier and 1 year old Cornish Rex. Responsibilities will include feeding and cleaning up after pets, watering indoor and back courtyard plants, bringing in the mail. Short, slow walks for the dog are sufficient. Our house is located in inner Melbourne. There is a tram line, multiple bus routes and bike paths nearby. It take about 15-20 minutes by tram or bike into the CBD. There’s lots of great cafes, restaurants and shops in the local area....

mount eliza, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 01 May 2026

Single female Clean & tidy Loving to animals (we have very loving puppy and a clingy parrot) Non smoker Easy to communicate with whilst away

cranbourne east, Victoria

10 Day Stay Listed 11 Apr 2026

House sitting and care for 2 border collies and 2 cats. We are really nice people. We live immediately across a no through road. We have a beautiful park right outside our doorstep! We have great neighbours and our 'kids' border collies who just want to run. 😁

frankston south, Victoria

3 Day Stay Listed 03 Apr 2026

Hi there. We are looking for a house sitter for our 2 Shetland Sheepdogs at our recently renovated home in the beautiful Frankston South for Easter. We live very close to parks and beach and the property is 2/3rd of an acre with 11.5 metre pool and spa. Our dogs are quite anxious and unfortunately are not good with children so we are really looking for a couple or lady on this occasion. Look forward to hearing from any prospective sitters as soon as possible.

balnarring, Victoria

9 Day Stay Listed 03 Apr 2026

Housesit looking after 1 lovely dog and 2 beautiful cats in gorgeous Balnarring. Nice house close to the beach and great restaurants and bars.

richmond, Victoria

10 Day Stay Listed 06 Apr 2026

I have two Italian greyhounds who require some love, being fed and a daily walk - they are otherwise low maintenance and happy to keep themselves company.

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