Petme · Canberra

Home dog boarding in Canberra, with a sitter you have met

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. A$32,000 Protection Plan included.

Home dog boarding means your dog stays overnight at a sitter's home, at about A$55-90 per night. Petme handles booking and payment in the app, and sitters pass ID and background checks.

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0% owner fee + cashback

$59better off on Petme

$420
On Petme$407+$13 Cashback
Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

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Service fee for pet owners
A$32,000
maximum toward eligible vet costs
300K+
Members on Petme
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Canberra

ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.

Shihara

Shihara

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I am a mother and dog owner and lover! Safety is my first priority. I have a medium-sized Cattle Dog cross who has been with me for almost 10 years. I absolutely love dogs and am beyond excited to sta

District of Gungahlin
From A$35

Why Petme

Why Aussie dog owners pick Petme boarding

Verified sitters

Identity and background checks for every sitter. Real reviews from real Aussie pet owners.

Protection Plan up to A$32,000

The Protection Plan can contribute up to A$32,000 toward eligible vet costs. That covers the emergencies Aussie owners worry about most, from paralysis ticks to snake bites and summer heat.

Cashback instead of fees

0% service fee for pet owners. Automatic cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance.

Sitters across Canberra

Coverage across every suburb of Canberra and surrounds. Message a few sitters in chat before you book.

Pricing

What does dog boarding cost in Canberra?

Sitters in Canberra set their own rates. The range below reflects typical bookings in the city. You see the exact rate before you book.

from A$55
Standard per night
A$55–A$90
Typical range in Canberra
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Coverage

Suburbs across Canberra

Each sitter sets the area they cover across Canberra and surrounds. Check a profile to see whether it includes your suburb.

CivicBraddonKingstonManukaDicksonBelconnenWodenTuggeranongGungahlinYarralumlaForrestAinslie

Canberra

What to expect from verified boarding sitters in Canberra

Canberra owners book Petme around the parliamentary sitting calendar more than around the school calendar. Recurring weekday walks for office-based public servants are a steady chunk of bookings, and house-sits spike when MPs and staffers travel between Canberra and home electorates.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are boarding sitters in Canberra vetted?
Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. The Protection Plan can contribute up to A$32,000 toward eligible vet costs.
Can I meet the sitter before I book?
Yes. Set up a free meet and greet through chat before the first booking. You drop off the dog, hand over food and bedding, and confirm everything in person.
What about my dog's diet and meds?
Add diet and medication notes to your booking. Sitters confirm before accepting and stick to the routine you set.
Is there a service fee for owners?
No. Petme charges pet owners 0% service fee. You only pay the sitter's rate, and you earn automatic cashback on every completed booking.
How much does dog boarding cost in Canberra?
Overnight dog boarding in Canberra costs A$55–A$90 per night. Rates vary by suburb, dog size, and length of stay. Multi-night stays often come with a discount.
Where does my dog stay?
At the sitter's home. Every Petme boarding sitter hosts a small number of dogs at a time, so your dog gets attention and couch time, not a kennel run.
How far ahead should I book in Canberra?
In Canberra you can usually find someone within a day or two, and there are normally several sitters close by to compare. School holidays and the Christmas to January stretch book out earliest, so lock those in further ahead.
Is this someone home or a kennel?
A home. Boarding on Petme in Canberra means your dog stays in the sitter's own house with a small number of dogs, sleeps inside, and keeps something close to a normal household routine. There are no runs and no concrete.

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Message a few sitters in chat, set up a meet and greet, book inside the app. Cashback is credited automatically.

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