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33 house sits in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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House sit pet parent - Sitter needed for 2 lovable dogs in Canberra - Australia’s national bush capital

Sitter needed for 2 lovable dogs in Canberra - Australia’s national bush capital

from 11 December 2026 to 19 December 2026 · 8 nights+ 1 more

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 2 dogs
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House sit pet parent - Two black cats and few chooks in the Australian Capital Territory

Two black cats and few chooks in the Australian Capital Territory

from 23 November 2026 to 02 December 2026 · 9 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 2 cats
  • poultry
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House sit pet parent - 1 BD apt in excellent Canberra location

1 BD apt in excellent Canberra location

from 23 December 2026 to 07 January 2027 · 15 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 2 cats
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House sit pet parent - Our home is a very short walk to the cafes, shops and restaurants of Manuka.

Our home is a very short walk to the cafes, shops and restaurants of Manuka.

from 15 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 · 26 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 dog
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House sit pet parent - Cozy home in Hughes with furry friends

Cozy home in Hughes with furry friends

from 23 October 2026 to 25 October 2026 · 2 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 3 pets
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House sit pet parent - Our home is very clean and inviting and pets are friendly, they love humans

Our home is very clean and inviting and pets are friendly, they love humans

from 21 December 2026 to 27 December 2026 · 6 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 8 pets
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House sit pet parent - Townhouse in a great inner city Canberra location, with a cheeky dog for company

Townhouse in a great inner city Canberra location, with a cheeky dog for company

from 19 August 2027 to 06 September 2027 · 18 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 dog
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House sit pet parent - Tiny Team, Big Hearts: Our Small Dog Would Love Your Company

Tiny Team, Big Hearts: Our Small Dog Would Love Your Company

from 16 October 2026 to 18 October 2026 · 2 nights+ 2 more

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 dog
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House sit pet parent - Lovely 4 BR home. Great fittings and location 9km from CBD. Awesome PETS!

Lovely 4 BR home. Great fittings and location 9km from CBD. Awesome PETS!

from 21 December 2026 to 01 January 2027 · 11 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 4 or more pets
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House sit pet parent - Hi there!!! We are looking a star pet sitter for our Lady girl!!

Hi there!!! We are looking a star pet sitter for our Lady girl!!

from 10 November 2026 to 22 November 2026 · 12 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 dog
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House sit pet parent - Summer holiday housesit with cute cat as company

Summer holiday housesit with cute cat as company

from 13 December 2026 to 14 January 2027 · 32 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 cat
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House sit pet parent - If you love dogs you will love Cali. Our home is new and easy to take care of.

If you love dogs you will love Cali. Our home is new and easy to take care of.

from 25 March 2027 to 30 March 2027 · 5 nights

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • 1 dog
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Why you'll love pet and house sitting in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

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From home comforts to the calming company of pets, house sitting offers so much more.

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Explore new places while making a difference to the lives of pets and people along the way.

An illustration of a house with a tree in the foregroundA new perspective

You don’t have to travel far. With pet and house sitting, you can find a world of adventures just around the corner.

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A win-win without money

On house and pet sits, you’ll provide home and pet care in return for a place to stay on your travels. An annual plan unlocks unlimited access to sits, making it an affordable and fulfilling way to travel.

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I am so blessed to have this experience and to be able to have a companion by my side the entire time. I’m forever grateful for the opportunity TrustedHousesitters provides! This is truly life changing.

Adelia, sitter member from Bath, UK

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Canberra house sitting FAQs

All that’s exchanged between our sitters and pet parents is trust - sitters get to stay in cool locations near and far, caring for pets with a place to stay in return. And with no money passing hands, we’re certain everybody’s here for the same reasons: their never-ending love for pets and travel.

With an annual sitter membership, animal lovers like you can explore the world and enjoy unique stays in exchange for pet care. Live like a local, care for adorable pets, and provide pet parents with peace of mind while they’re away. Apply for as many sits as you like and get ready for meaningful connections and unforgettable adventures.

Choose your membership plan and create a profile that stands out from the pack - include clear photos, relevant experience, and references (these don’t have to be from previous house sits). Next, set up a saved search to be the first to find out when house sitting opportunities in Canberra become available for your chosen dates. Once you’ve found the ideal sit, write a personalized message to the pet parents explaining why you're the perfect person for their furry friend! Find out more with 10 tips on how to become a house sitter.

Your number one priority when house sitting in Canberra will be taking care of the pets. Daily walks, mealtimes, and lots of cuddles will be top of the agenda as most house sits include a pet. Aside from this, house sitters in Canberra need to keep the home clean and tidy and send regular updates to the pet parents about their precious pet pals.

At TrustedHousesitters, our members are driven by a genuine love of pets, not money. They exchange loving pet care for a place to stay on their travels, gaining a wealth of experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

House sitting in Canberra

Is Down Under on your bucket list? It’s time to spread your wings and go house sitting in Canberra.

Here at TrustedHousesitters, pet lovers like you have no use for hotels, hostels or tourist traps. Instead, it’s cute pets, cool homes and unreal destinations. 

That’s right - for taking care of cute pets in the comfort of their own home, you get a place to stay in spots you’ll love.
From lakeside suburbs like beautiful Barton, to pads right in the heart of Canberra, house sitting unlocks the door to life as a truly local Aussie. 

Explore the cosmopolitan capital with a four-pawed pal, soak up the culture while the cat naps at home, or sit back, relax and enjoy a barbie in your fluffy pal’s backyard.

What’s house sitting like for our members?

From adorable animals to amazing homes and epic locations, house sitting allows our members to discover the world in a whole new way. That was certainly the case for our member, Catrina.

“If I hadn't found TrustedHousesitters I would definitely have had to get a job straight away in Australia to pay for my travels and accommodation.” - Catrina.

Dog-friendly Canberra

If you’re thinking about house sitting in Canberra, you won’t be short of things to do with your new furry pal, even if it’s a four-pawed, walkies obsessed doggo you’re looking after.

From dog parks to cafes, restaurants and wineries, your new pal can come along for the fun. Check out the dog-friendly spots near you, and head to Inner North, Yarralumla or Forde dog parks if you’re in the area.

And whether you’re a coffee lover or not, head to your nearby dog-friendly cafes to get to know the locals - check out Two Before Ten, Little Bird or Red Brick cafes if you’re nearby.

Or maybe sightseeing is more your thing? In that case, bring your furry pal to The Great Verandah outside Parliament House, The Sculpture Garden of the National Gallery of Australia, or join a doggy day out at the Floriade Festival.

Walkies and hiking

If it’s new four-pawed pals that’s calling your name about Canberra house sitting, the city’s walkies opportunities won’t disappoint.

For panoramic views, hike or drive up Mount Aisle and be sure to keep your pup pal on a leash. And to really get into nature, check out the National Arboretum where there are trees young and old throughout the site’s walking trails.

And if water is more your thing, head to Lake Burley Griffin where you and your canine companion can hire a boat and see the city, lakeside.

Your Canberra house sitting adventure awaits

So, fancy house sitting in Australia’s largest inland city? Great - simply join our community of pet-adoring explorers to get your next trip on the road. 

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