Discover house sitting in Australia

Stay in wonderful places by house sitting and caring for cute pets.

Discover house sitting in Australia

Stay in wonderful places by house sitting and caring for cute pets.

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Why you'll love pet and house sitting in Australia

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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Australia house sitting FAQs

With an annual sitter membership, animal lovers like you can enjoy free accommodation all over the world in exchange for pet care. Live like a local with a cute pet pal by your side as you provide peace of mind to pet parents who know their adorable animals are in the best of hands. 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 sitting jobs). Next, set up a saved search to be the first to find out when house sitting jobs in Australia become available for your chosen dates. Once you’ve found the ideal sit, write a personalized message to the pet parents explaining why you are the perfect person for the job! Find out more with 10 tips on how to become a house sitter.

Your number one priority when house sitting in Australia 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 Australia 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 Australia

Want to cuddle adorable animals and stay Down Under for free? It's time to go house sitting in Australia!

From Melbourne to Perth, find free accommodation in Australia by caring for people's pets and homes while they're away. Want to see the famous sights of Sydney or explore the Outback? Or perhaps you just want to experience firing up a barbie in your own Bondi backyard? Whatever your reason, you'll find every day is g'day when you're house sitting in Australia. There are plenty of haunts that welcome fluffy locals, so let's find out how Australian house sitting can help you explore the country.

Melbourne

If you're taking care of a dog in Australia, Melbourne is one of the most floof-friendly cities on the planet. Leash up Fido and head off for a tail-wagging tour around the city. Visit Darwin to learn about Aboriginal history or take in the Gothic past at Sydney's Annandale Abbey. Collingwood's Dog Cafe is one of Melbourne's best dog-friendly lunch destinations, so order some pup-corn and watch those tails wag!

Cairns 

Looking after a dog in Australia is a great way to explore a new city, and there’s nothing better than company when you roam. Take your new best friend to Trinity Beach, and enjoy off-leash wandering at both the northern and southern ends. Alternatively, go for a stroll along the Esplanade, which runs through sniff-tastic tropical parklands. Fancy a dip? Head for Goomboora Park. One of the best off-leash parks in Cairns also has a dog-safe swimming spot! Edged by a forest with a creek running through it, this is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Darwin and Kakadu National Park

Kakadu Park is the biggest reserve in Australia, so if you want to get to know the local wildlife, this is the place for it. House sitter jobs couldn't be more fun. You'll get to visit Aboriginal sites, explore the Savannah Woodlands, and experience the magnificence of the tidal flats. For some precious pup-bonding time, pop Fido into the car and take in the Jabiru coastline. Just remember to pack the treats!

Sydney 

Taking care of a cat in Australia? Then visit the Sydney Opera House. One of the most famous buildings in the world, its interior is as impressive as its architecture. It hosts ballets, opera, Shakespeare, and more. Every day comes with a new show on this stage! If you're visiting this Australian cat destination, don't miss the world-famous Bondi Beach. With sweeping white sands and the popular Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, dog sitters can take advantage too!

A house sitting job with TrustedHousesitters is the perfect way to make new furry friends. Itching to start an adventure? Join our pet-loving community today!