Petme · Melbourne

Dog boarding hosts in Melbourne you meet before you book

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

Meet first, book second. Overnight hosts in Melbourne show you how they work before anything is locked in. Inner-suburb bookings tend to fill first, so a weekday slot is easier to hold than a weekend one.

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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.

0%
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 Melbourne

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

Heidi O

Heidi O

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Lifelong animal lover with over 9 years of hands-on experience!

Melbourne
From A$20
Charlotte

Charlotte

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Animal lover | Melbourne (Collingwood, Fitzroy and surrounding suburbs)

Collingwood
From A$30
Jameson Butler

Jameson Butler

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Moved to Melbourne two years ago and really miss spending time with furry friends! I absolutely love dogs and cats and would love to help where I can!

St Kilda
From A$15
Mel Taylor

Mel Taylor

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Mature, reliable couple with lots of happy customers

Melbourne
From A$15
Stacey

Stacey

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Every pup deserves to feel like the main character

Melbourne
From A$30
Milena Peña

Milena Peña

Availability confirmed 8d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’m a caring, responsible and trustworthy person who genuinely loves animals. I enjoy spending time with pets, taking them for walks, playing with them and making sure they feel safe, happy and comfor

Melbourne
From A$10

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 Melbourne

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

Pricing

What does dog boarding cost in Melbourne?

Sitters in Melbourne 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 Melbourne
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Coverage

Suburbs across Melbourne

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

Melbourne CBDFitzroyCarltonRichmondSt KildaSouth YarraBrunswickFootscrayHawthornNorthcotePrahranDocklandsEastern suburbsSouth EastWestern suburbs

Melbourne

Booking boarding in a real home in Melbourne

Melbourne pet owners book differently to the rest of the country. More walks, more doggy daycare, fewer overnight stays, and a heavy bias toward inner-north suburbs where apartment living is the norm and most owners need a weekday walker.

AFL grand final week, the Spring Carnival, and Christmas are the three demand spikes. Sitters in Brunswick, Northcote, and Fitzroy fill up first; book at least six weeks ahead for the December–January peak.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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 Melbourne?
Overnight dog boarding in Melbourne 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.
Are boarding sitters in Melbourne vetted?
Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. The Protection Plan can contribute up to A$32,000 toward eligible vet costs.
How far ahead should I book in Melbourne?
In Melbourne 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.
Where will my dog sleep?
Wherever you agree. Some Melbourne sitters allow dogs on the sofa or the bed, others set up a crate or a bed in a quiet room. Ask at the meet and greet and match it to what your dog does at home, because that is what settles them on the first night.
Can I book a sitter in the Eastern suburbs, South East and Western suburbs?
Yes, when a sitter's service area covers your suburb. Each Melbourne sitter on Petme sets the area they travel to or host from, and their profile shows it. Search from your own suburb in the app to see who covers it before you message anyone.

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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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