Petme · Darwin

Day care for your dog in Darwin, booked through Petme

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

Petme books daytime dog care at a sitter's home, around A$50-75 per day. Sitters pass ID and background checks, and you meet them first. Parap and Fannie Bay owners book the same way.

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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

Hire trusted pet sitters in Darwin

Download Petme to book a vetted sitter near you in minutes.

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

Why Aussie owners pick Petme for dog minding

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 Darwin

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

Pricing

What does dog minding cost in Darwin?

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

from A$50
Standard per day
A$50–A$75
Typical range in Darwin
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Service fee for you

Coverage

Suburbs across Darwin

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

Darwin CBDLarrakeyahStuart ParkParapFannie BayNightcliffRapid CreekCasuarinaPalmerstonCoconut GroveBayviewCullen Bay

Darwin

About doggy day care in Darwin

Darwin's pet-sitting calendar revolves around the wet and dry seasons more than school holidays. Most overnight bookings cluster in the dry (May to October); the wet season skews toward indoor drop-in visits and short walks first thing in the morning.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are dog minders in Darwin vetted?
Yes. Every dog minder passes identity and background checks before they can take a booking, and reviews come from real Aussie owners. The Protection Plan can contribute up to A$32,000 toward eligible vet costs.
Is there a service fee for owners?
No. Petme charges pet owners 0% service fee. You only pay the minder's rate, and you earn automatic cashback on every completed booking.
How much does dog minding cost in Darwin?
Dog minding in Darwin runs A$50–A$75 for a full day at the minder's home. Half-day rates run A$33–A$53. Recurring weekday bookings often come with a discount.
What does a day of dog minding look like?
Drop-off in the morning, a walk, supervised play with the minder's family and any compatible dogs, lunch, a nap, an arvo walk, then pickup. You get a photo update at lunchtime so you can see how the day is going.
Is this a kennel?
No. Every Petme daycare is a real home. Minders host a small number of dogs at a time, so your dog gets attention and couch time, not a kennel run.
Can I drop off the same dog every weekday?
Yes. Recurring weekday daycare is one of the most common Petme bookings. Lock in a minder you trust and book a weekly schedule.
How far ahead should I book in Darwin?
A few days is usually enough in Darwin. Sitters here cover a wider radius than in the capitals, so a meet and greet before the first booking saves time later.
How many dogs will be there?
Home daycare in Darwin usually means a handful of dogs, not a room of them. Each host states the number they take, and you can ask about the other dogs before you confirm.

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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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