Book a house sitter in Wellington on Petme

Your first booking

$399

9 nights

$11.97 back

Every booking after

$387.03

~~was $399~~ for 9 nights

9 bookings like this cost you $3,495.24 on Petme and $3,986.01 on typical platforms.

You pay $490.77 less with Petme

No owner feeID and background checked house sitters

Find house sitters in the app Or see house sitters near Wellington further down

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Example: 9 bookings of 9 nights at $399 each. Cashback up to $20 per booking. Typical platforms add an 11-15% fee for owners on every booking. This example uses 11%. Example close to what Petme sitters charge.

In Karori, Island Bay, Miramar or Thorndon, a verified sitter stays overnight, minds the pets and brings the bins in.

Travel with peace of mind. A verified Petme sitter stays in your home in Wellington while you're away, keeping your pet on their normal routine. Protection Plan up to NZ$39,000+.

Service fee for pet owners

NZ$39,000+

maximum toward eligible vet costs

300K+

Members on Petme

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Why Petme

Why Kiwi owners pick Petme house sitters

Verified sitters

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

NZ$39,000+ Protection Plan

The Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs.

Cashback instead of fees

0% service fee for pet owners. Automatic cashback on every completed booking, paid into your Petme balance.

Sitters across Wellington

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

Verified pet sitters in Wellington

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

Emilia

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Experienced dog sitter and walker with two German Shepherds back home

Wellington

From NZ$12

Tessa A

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi! I have been around pet my whole life and would love to get to know your furry friend!

Wellington

From NZ$10

Layla

Availability confirmed 11d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Happy pups, fun walks, and lots of love!

Lower Hutt

From NZ$15

Pricing

What does house sitting cost in Wellington?

Sitters in Wellington set their own rates. The range below reflects typical bookings in the city. All prices are GST inclusive. You see the exact rate before you book.

from NZ$35

Standard per night (GST inclusive)

NZ$35-NZ$50

Typical range in Wellington

Service fee for you

Coverage

Suburbs across Wellington

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

Te AroNewtownThorndonKelburnKaroriBrooklynIsland BayMiramarHataitaiJohnsonvilleMt VictoriaAro Valley

Wellington

About house sitting in Wellington

Wellington runs on policy and tech jobs, and bookings track parliamentary sitting weeks more than school holidays. Recurring midday walks are the bread and butter; house-sits spike when ministers and staffers travel back to their electorates.

The Town Belt, the Botanic Gardens, and the South Coast give walkers an unusually good set of off-lead options for a capital city.

Other Petme services in Wellington

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house sitter cost in Wellington?

Overnight house sitting in Wellington runs NZ$35-NZ$50 per night (GST inclusive), 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 Kiwi 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 Wellington vetted?

Yes. Every sitter passes identity and background checks. The Protection Plan can contribute up to NZ$39,000+ toward eligible vet costs.

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.

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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