Petme · Port Macquarie

Overnight pet boarding at a sitter's own home in Port Macquarie

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

Pet boarding on Petme means your dog stays in a sitter's home rather than a kennel, at about A$40-65 per night. Booking, payment and photo updates sit in the app, from Flynns Beach to Lake Cathie.

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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

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  • 0% booking fees
  • Cashback on completed stays
  • Protection Plan up to A$32,000
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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 Port Macquarie

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

Pricing

What does dog boarding cost in Port Macquarie?

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

from A$40
Standard per night
A$40–A$65
Typical range in Port Macquarie
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Coverage

Suburbs across Port Macquarie

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

Port Macquarie CBDFlynns BeachShelly BeachLighthouse BeachLake CathieBonny HillsSettlement PointLake InnesThrumsterNorth ShoreWauchopeSancrox

Port Macquarie

What to expect from verified boarding sitters in Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie sits at the mouth of the Hastings River on the Mid North Coast, about 390 km north of Sydney. The city has a humid subtropical climate with warm summers, mild winters and high year-round rainfall, which means dogs need regular walks regardless of season and outdoor cats tend to roam widely across the coastal scrub and riverside bushland.

The urban area spreads across a mix of coastal suburbs like Flynns Beach, Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach, riverside pockets around Settlement Point and North Shore, and newer inland estates at Thrumster and Lake Innes. Many households keep large dogs suited to the outdoor lifestyle, and the growing retiree population creates steady demand for pet care when owners travel.

Seasonal peaks run over summer when Sydney families holiday in Port Macquarie and leave pets at home, and again over the Christmas-New Year period. The proximity to national parks and the beach means local sitters are often comfortable with active breeds and water dogs.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does dog boarding cost in Port Macquarie?
Overnight dog boarding in Port Macquarie costs A$40–A$65 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 Port Macquarie 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 far ahead should I book in Port Macquarie?
Availability outside the capitals is thinner, so give yourself about a week in Port Macquarie and arrange a meet and greet before the first booking. Holiday periods fill up first.
What if my dog has never stayed away before?
Do a meet and greet first, then a single trial night before the real trip. It is the standard way Port Macquarie owners handle a first boarding, and it tells you more than any profile can about whether the dog settles with that sitter.

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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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