Petme · Canberra

House sitters in Canberra

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

Travel with peace of mind. A verified Petme sitter stays in your home in Canberra while you're away, keeping your pet on their normal routine. A$32,000 Protection Plan on every booking.

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0% owner fee + cashback

$66better off on Petme

Booking$420

On Petme$400+$20 Cashback

Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays up to 5% cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

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 Canberra

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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 Canberra

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

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Canberra?

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

from A$60

Standard per night

A$60–A$105

Typical range in Canberra

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Coverage

Suburbs across Canberra

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

CivicBraddonKingstonManukaDicksonBelconnenWodenTuggeranongGungahlinYarralumlaForrestAinslie

Canberra

About house sitting in Canberra

Canberra owners book Petme around the parliamentary sitting calendar more than around the school calendar. Recurring weekday walks for office-based public servants are a steady chunk of bookings, and house-sits spike when MPs and staffers travel between Canberra and home electorates.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house sitter cost in Canberra?

Overnight house sitting in Canberra runs A$60–A$105 per night, depending on the number of pets, the length of the stay, and any plant or mail tasks.

Does the sitter live in my home full-time?

Yes. Your sitter sleeps at your place, follows your pet's normal routine, and short outings are agreed 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 house sitters in Canberra vetted?

Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. 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 sitter's rate, and you earn automatic cashback on every completed stay.

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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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