Dog sitting
Loving dog sitters for your best friend
Going on a holiday, working late, or just need some extra dog sitting help? Find the perfect dog sitter on Pawshake today.
Pawshake has thousands of trusted and verified dog sitters who offer their personalised dog sitting services straight to you. Pawshake knows your furry friend deserves the very best dog minding. Our dog sitters are highly experienced and provide the best quality dog sitting services for your furry friend.
Whether drop in visits or in-home dog care is best for your dog, there’s a perfect dog sitter waiting to help you.
Dog sitting services
Pawshake has a dog sitting service for every unique pooch
Some dogs find travel stressful and prefer in-home dog care or drop in visits. In-home dog care also helps to avoid coughs and other illnesses that can happen in busier kennel facilities.
Some dogs love other dogs, while others are a bit shy and prefer to stay alone with a dog sitter. You can choose whether you want your pet to stay with other furry friends or not.
If you require puppy sitting, or have a senior dog that needs special care, a dog sitter can come to your place for in-home dog care.
Alternatively, your dog can enjoy a holiday from home in a warm family environment while you are renovating or moving house.
If you are busy at work, a Pawshake dog sitter can provide drop in visits your dog once or twice a day. Your best friend will never be lonely again!
Free meet & greet
Get to know your dog sitter with an obligation-free meet & greet - you’ll know you’ve found the right person for your dog sitter job. Book their dog sitting services securely via Pawshake for premium pet insurance, 24/7 online support and our satisfaction guarantee.
Personal and affordable
Every dog and puppy is unique and special. On Pawshake, you can find a perfect dog sitter for your individual dog sitting needs. You won’t be out of pocket for personal dog sitting: dog sitter rates are affordable and set by our dog sitters.
Stuck at work?
It’s super simple to find your perfect dog sitter and plan a meet & greet without leaving the office. Simply log onto Pawshake, enter your suburb and start browsing friendly local dog sitters.
Home Visits
Igor, 2018-09-24
The best pet sitter out there! Without exaggeration, I'm sure our cats were a little upset when we returned from the trip and they saw us and not Gary. He took good care of the cats (there were 1 adult cat and 2 kittens of her, and a young kitten of 6 months). Also the feeding was good, there were no unexpected changes in cats weight (we had such issues with other pet sitters before). The toilets were clean, everything in order, just as you'd like it to be. Highly recommended as a professional and kind pet sitter!
Home Visits
Bart En Teresa, 2018-09-26
Louise is an extraordinary petsitter! We are so happy that we chose her to take care of our cats while we were on vacation. She is extremely friendly, kind and easy to communicate with. We had her meet our fur babies and she was really respectful and kind towards getting to know them. She sent photos via Whats App daily to let us know they were doing well. She also provided little updates about the cats; how they were eating, how cuddly they were; great to know and gave us so much ease while we were away. Everything went oh-so-smoothly; our cats seemed to enjoy their time with her. Upon our return, the house looked as tidy as it was when we left it; she was kind enough to clean up around the litterbox a bit, which was not expected, but so kind of her to do. Our cats were extremely happy and calm; which tells us that they had a lovely time with her! We are overjoyed with our experience using pawshake and for Louise's kindness and willingness to take care of our lovely cats. We highly recommend her as a trustworthy and caring pet sitter.
Home Visits
Kristin, 2016-12-31
Jana was an absolutely amazing dog sitter. She was always perfectly on time, every single time, won the hearts of my dogs who started giving kisses whenever she arrived and she always texted to let me know she was on her way. Jana is not only a great pet sitter & walker, but a very kind human being who loves animals. She has a very sweet nature and has a calming affect. I will absolutely be using her again for all future dog sitting and walking.
Home Visits
Else, 2016-07-28
Flora took great care of our 2 cats while we were on holiday. When we came home our cats were very relaxed. She sent us some video's and pictures during our holiday: it was nice to see that they were doing okay. Moreover, Flora had no problem watering our plants and giving food to our fish in addition to taking care of our cats, which was great. One day she was not able to come to our house and asked in advance whether another pet sitter she knew could take care of our cats. We were okay with that and after our holiday we met him and he was very nice as well. In conclusion, Flora is a very reliable person to take care of your pet!
Pawshake Dog Sitting
Trusted, verified & insured dog sitters
On Pawshake, our dog sitters are trusted and vetted locals. You can relax knowing that your dog is covered by our Premium Pet Protection insurance during the dog sitter job.
Simple Search
Enter your street and suburb or town into Pawshake to see local dog sitters offering in-home dog care, drop in visits and more. Use our handy search filters and date-range options to search and find a dog sitter who is perfect for your dog sitting needs.
Guilt-free dog sitting
A dedicated dog sitter is a great option for dog sitting when your family or friends can’t help. Many pet owners are uneasy asking the neighbours for dog sitting help: Pawshake dog sitters all happily offer their dog sitting services for all pooch types, including senior dogs and puppy sitting.
Extra services
Do you need an experienced puppy sitter for a new bundle of joy? Do you need your dog sitter to give your dog their medication, or a bath? Many Pawshake dog sitters can perform special dog sitting tasks, including administering medication, puppy sitting, grooming and even pet first aid during the dog sitter job.
Stay in touch
You may miss your dog, but your dog sitter can make sure you can feel close to your furry friend with regular messages, daily pictures and updates throughout the dog sitting stay. Dog sitters can even arrange a fun video-call with your furry friend when you miss them during the dog sitter job.
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The Pawshake guarantee
We’ve got you and your pet covered
Premium Pet Insurance Included
Premium pet insurance covers your pet in case of illness or injury and third parties for your peace of mind. Pay securely online for automatic insurance coverage on your pet sitting booking. You’re in safe hands with Pawshake.
Local Vetted Pet Sitters
All pet sitters are individually vetted by our team of specialists: less than 20% of potential pet sitters make the cut. All pet sitters have a detailed profile with personal information and authentic community reviews for you to read before booking their services.
Peace Of Mind
Our loving pet sitters are dedicated to your cat, dog, rabbit, bird or guinea pig. Enjoy daily updates and photos from your pet sitter during pet boarding, pet daycare or your dog’s walk. Our friendly customer support team is online to help you 24/7.
Pet Sitter Satisfaction Guarantee
Should the pet sitter you have arranged and booked be unable to care for your pet, we will do everything we can to find you a replacement pet sitter. This is very rare, but we are there to help if you get stuck.
How does it work?
Pawshake is easy!
1. Free meet & greet
Message a loving pet sitter, and arrange an obligation-free meet & greet.2. Book online
Safely book your pet sitter online to enjoy premium pet insurance and 24/7 online support.3. Sit back and relax
Your pet is in safe hands. Your pet sitter will be in touch with regular photos and updates during the pet daycare or pet hosting period.Using a Pawshake dog sitter for the first time?
Leaving your dog or puppy when you go away for work or on a holiday can be a little daunting the first time. With a few simple steps, you can be sure that your dog sitter will do the best dog minding job possible.
Choosing the right dog sitter
Read your dog sitter’s profile carefully to learn about their dog sitting experience and background. You can browse reviews from previous dog sitting bookings and check the availability on their calendar for various dog sitting services, including in-home dog care and drop in visits. If the dog sitter looks promising, send them a message.
Meet and Greet
Arrange a meet and greet with your dog sitter before the booking. Meet on neutral ground and be sure your dog meets all pets who will be with your dog sitter during the dog minding period. Get to know your dog sitter - ask your dog sitter questions, have a look at their home if your dog will be staying for in-home dog care and answer any questions the dog sitter may have.
Finalise your booking
If your meet and greet goes well, book your dog sitter through the Pawshake website. This will activate our premium pet insurance for the dog sitting booking period, protection from the Pawshake guarantee and the support of the customer service team throughout the dog sitter job. Payment is finalised at this stage, and sent to your dog sitter at the end of the booking.
Emergency contact
If you will be away, leave an emergency contact with your dog sitter. Include the best way to reach you and a number of a friend, family member or colleague who can be a backup for your dog sitter. It’s a good idea to leave the details of your local veterinary clinic with your dog sitter as well, in case your furry friend needs a vet visit during the dog sitter job.
Leave a list
Your dog sitter will have a lot to remember while they are performing the dog sitter job for you. It’s always a good idea to leave a list for your dog sitter - include any details that you think would be important for your dog sitter to know, including medication information and copies of your pet’s microchip and vaccination certificates.
Prepare your house
Puppy sitting and senior dog sitting is best in the comfort of your home - if you have a dog sitter providing in-home dog care or drop in visits, do a tidy up before you leave. Your dog sitter will feel welcomed and at ease when they are dog minding for you! Also - stock up on supplies so your dog sitter has everything they need.
Pack your dog’s things
If your dog is going to stay at the dog sitter’s house for in home dog care, be sure to pack some toys, their food, their bedding and any necessary medication. Always supply extra food for your dog sitter during the dog sitter job, as your pooch often will eat more when they stay in a new environment.
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