Petme · Newcastle

Walkers in your suburb in Newcastle you meet before you book

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

Meet first, book second. Local dog walkers in Newcastle show you how they work before anything is locked in. Enough sitters to choose from, close enough that travel time is rarely the problem.

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
Protection Plan per booking
200K+
Pet owners on the platform
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Newcastle

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

Why Petme

Why Aussie dog owners pick Petme walkers

Verified sitters

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

A$32,000 Protection Plan

Every booking includes up to A$32,000 in vet expenses at no extra cost and with no deductible. 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 Newcastle

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

Pricing

What does dog walking cost in Newcastle?

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

from A$28

Standard per walk

A$28–A$45

Typical range in Newcastle

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Service fee for you

Coverage

Suburbs across Newcastle

Petme sitters are available across every major suburb of Newcastle and surrounds.

Newcastle CBDNewcastle EastCooks HillThe JunctionMerewetherHamiltonNew LambtonMayfieldStocktonCharlestownAdamstownWickham

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is there a service fee for owners?
No. Petme charges pet owners 0% service fee. You only pay the walker's rate, and you earn automatic cashback on every completed walk.
How much does a dog walker cost in Newcastle?
A 30-minute walk in Newcastle costs A$28–A$45. 60-minute walks run A$38–A$60. Solo walks cost more than group walks, and weekend or evening slots may carry a small premium.
Are dog walkers in Newcastle vetted?
Yes. Every walker passes identity and background checks, and every booking includes up to A$32,000 through the Protection Plan at no extra cost.
Will I get photos after the walk?
Yes. After every walk the walker sends photos and a short note on how your dog went. The note mentions toilet breaks too.
What if my dog is reactive?
Pick a walker offering solo walks. Mention reactivity, lead habits, and any triggers in your booking request. Walkers confirm before they accept.
Can I book recurring walks?
Yes. Recurring weekday lunchtime walks are the most common Petme booking. Owners who need all-day dog minding often pair the walks with a daycare day at the same sitter's place.
How far ahead should I book in Newcastle?
A few days is usually enough in Newcastle. Sitters here cover a wider radius than in the capitals, so a meet and greet before the first booking saves time later.
Will my dog be walked alone or in a group?
Both happen in Newcastle. Solo walks suit reactive or elderly dogs, small group walks suit dogs that are social. Each walker states which they do, and you confirm it in chat before booking.

Get Petme

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

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