Petme · Cairns

A sitter who stays over across Cairns and the surrounding suburbs

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

You pay the sitter's rate and nothing on top. Cashback lands automatically after every booking in Cairns. Travel between suburbs is short, so a sitter across town is still a few minutes away.

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

House sitters available in Cairns

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Why Petme

Why Aussie owners pick Petme house sitters

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 Cairns

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

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Cairns?

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

from A$45

Standard per night

A$45–A$75

Typical range in Cairns

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Coverage

Suburbs across Cairns

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

Cairns CBDEdge HillManundaWestcourtMoorooboolBayview HeightsTrinity BeachSmithfieldManooraEarlville

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does the pet minder stay in my home the whole time?
Yes. Your minder sleeps at your place, follows your pet's normal routine, and agrees any short outings with you in advance. Most house-sits include feeding, walks, play, and a daily update.
What if my place has a smart lock or alarm?
Walk the sitter through it at the meet and greet. Plenty of Aussie owners use smart locks and basic keypad alarms; sitters keep codes confidential.
Can the sitter water plants and collect mail?
Yes. Add any household tasks to your booking notes. House sitters typically water plants, collect post, and rotate lights so the home looks lived-in.
Are pet minders in Cairns vetted?
Yes. Every pet minder passes identity and background checks before they can take an overnight booking. Each booking includes up to A$32,000 through the Protection Plan at no extra cost.
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 stay.
How much does a house sitter cost in Cairns?
Overnight house sitting in Cairns runs A$45–A$75 per night, depending on the number of pets, the length of the stay, and any plant or mail tasks.
How far ahead should I book in Cairns?
Availability outside the capitals is thinner, so give yourself about a week in Cairns and arrange a meet and greet before the first booking. Holiday periods fill up first.
What is the difference between house sitting and boarding?
House sitting happens at your home in Cairns and boarding happens at the sitter's. Choose house sitting when the pet copes badly with a new environment, or when you also want the house lived in.

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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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