Petme · Sydney

Sydney drop-in visits for feeding, litter and play

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

Newtown, Bondi and Paddington owners can book a short visit at A$30-45 per visit, so the pet stays in a familiar home. 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.

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 Sydney

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

Bella

Bella

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I have made cats tired before from all the fun we had!

Neutral Bay
From A$18
Emma

Emma

Availability confirmed 2d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Friendly and reliable sitter in Woollahra!

Woollahra
From A$30
Ava Kenny

Ava Kenny

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Friendly, caring Irish girl who loves animals, long walks and cuddles! 🐾

Randwick
From A$50
Rosie Cardoe

Rosie Cardoe

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few days

I’m a British dog loving girl who is missing her dog fix out here in Aus and wants to give cuddles, walks and love to loads of other dogs

Clovelly
From A$20

Why Petme

Why Aussie owners pick Petme for pet 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 Sydney

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

Pricing

What does pet minding cost in Sydney?

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

from A$30
Standard per visit
A$30–A$45
Typical range in Sydney
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Coverage

Suburbs across Sydney

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

Sydney CBDSurry HillsNewtownBondiManlyPaddingtonParramattaChatswoodMosmanGlebeBalmainMarrickvilleEastern SuburbsNorthern BeachesNorth ShoreInner WestWestern Sydney

Sydney

What to expect from minders in your neighbourhood in Sydney

Sydney has the biggest pet-owning population in the country, and pet sitting bookings here cluster around the Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, and North Shore where most owners work long hours and need someone to drop in or walk the dog midday.

Summer is peak season. Owners book months ahead for the Christmas–New Year break, and again over the Easter long weekend. Working from home Wednesdays drive the second-biggest cluster of recurring weekday bookings, mostly walks and drop-ins.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are pet minders in Sydney vetted?
Yes. Every pet minder passes identity and background checks, 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 pet minding cost in Sydney?
Pet minding in Sydney costs A$30–A$45 for a 30-minute drop-in visit. Longer 60-minute visits run A$38–A$57. Same-day and late-evening visits may carry a small premium.
What does a pet minder do during a visit?
Feed, fresh water, a short walk or play time, litter or toilet break, a quick health check, and a photo update before they lock up. You set the routine in your booking request and the minder follows it.
How does the sitter get into my place?
You arrange key handover or a lockbox at the meet and greet. Plenty of owners use smart locks; the sitter confirms before every visit.
Can I book two visits a day?
Yes. Two visits a day, morning and arvo, is the most common booking for cat minding and for indoor dogs while owners are away. Set both times in your booking request.
How far ahead should I book in Sydney?
In Sydney 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.
What if my pet needs medication?
Many Sydney minders give tablets, drops or insulin. Flag it in the booking request with the dose and timing, and the minder confirms they can do it before accepting.
Can I book a sitter in the Eastern Suburbs, Northern Beaches, North Shore, Inner West and Western Sydney?
Yes, when a sitter's service area covers your suburb. Each Sydney 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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