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

An illustration of a cat laying on his pet bedForget hotel rooms

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

An illustration of a glowing green heartIt feels good to give

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

When you’re house and pet sitting, you provide free house and pet care. And pet parents offer you free accommodation in return for looking after their home and furry friends. The only cost is your annual membership, 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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Want to know if a house sit is right for you? Look for feedback previous sitters have left on the pet parent's listing.

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House sit in homes with peace of mind they’re covered at no extra cost to you or the pet parent.

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With a free direct line to a dedicated team of veterinary nurses, you can quickly clear up any pet queries.

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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 explore the world and enjoy free stays in exchange for pet care. That’s living like a local, fur-filled adventures and peace of mind for pet parents. Apply for as many sits as you like and get ready for meaningful connections and unforgettable adventures - all made possible by pets.

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 getting paid. They exchange passionate pet care for free accommodation, 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.