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House and pet care for while you are away

A house sitter will stay at your home while you are away to care for your pets and keep an eye on your home.

House sitting is a perfect choice for pets that prefer to stay in the comfort of their own home. Our house sitters are also a more cost effective option if you own several pets.

With house sitting, your house will be lived-in and far more secure with a trusted house sitter coming and going than an empty home.

How does it work?

Securing a house sitting booking with Pawshake is easy and safe.

1. Search for a sitter

Choose from a range of experienced house sitting professionals nearby.

2. Organise a free meet and greet

Meet your sitter for free before you make a house sitting booking to make sure it’s a perfect match.

3. Safely confirm your booking

Benefit from in-house customer support and free veterinary coverage for your pet.

Why choose Pawshake for house sitting?

We've got you and your pet covered

Peace of mind guarantee

We care about the happiness and safety of you, your home and your pet.

Experienced local sitters

We have experienced, qualified and reliable local sitters for house sitting services.

Vetted sitters

Every single sitter’s house sitter profile is individually reviewed by our dedicated Trust and Safety team. We only accept 15% of house sitting applications.

Contactless payments

Pawshake’s safe and cashless booking process means that sitters only get paid after they complete the house sitting booking.

See what Pawshake house sitting clients have to say!

Read real house sitting reviews from happy pet owners

House Sitting

Paula, 08-07-2023

I had the pleasure of entrusting Mazar with the care of my dog for 10 days, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Mazar stayed at my apartment and provided exceptional care for Lilly. His cleanliness and friendly nature were outstanding. Throughout the 10-day period, Mazar provided exceptional care for Lilly. He attended to her needs diligently, including feeding, exercise, and playtime. Mazar's dedication to Lilly's well-being was evident in every interaction they had. Mazar's reliability and responsibility were greatly appreciated. He maintained regular communication, providing updates on Lilly's activities and well-being, which gave me peace of mind during my absence. In summary, I highly recommend Mazar as a dog sitter for Lilly. His cleanliness, friendliness, and attentive care make him an ideal choice. Thank you, Mazar, for your exceptional service and for taking such great care of Lilly!

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Riza, 01-05-2023

Tien is the only pet sitter out of the 14 that I contacted who was true to her availability on her profile. Finding Tien was a relief after a frustrating experience with other pet sitters. It was my first time leaving my dog with someone who wasn't family or a close friend, but Tien's calm and professional demeanour put me at ease. She listened carefully to my instructions and consistently sent photos and videos throughout the day, which was very reassuring. Thank you, Tien, for taking care of Mallow so well!

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Frequently asked questions

Your house sitting questions answered

What is house sitting?

House sitting is an in-home pet care service. A sitter comes to stay at your home for the duration of the time you are away to care for your pets and keep an eye on your home.

Is house sitting a good option for me and my pets?

House sitting is a perfect choice for pets that prefer to stay in the comfort of their own home. Your house will also be lived-in and far more secure with a trusted house sitter coming and going than an empty home.

Who will be house sitting in my home?

Pawshake only accepts sitters who have experience and/or qualifications caring for pets. You will get to search, choose and have a free meet and greet with your house sitter prior to making a booking.

Will the house sitter keep me posted about how my pet is doing?

Your sitter will send you daily text and photo updates through Pawshake or your preferred choice of communication. This is included as part of your booking and there is no additional cost required.