Newcastle packs a lot into a small footprint. Terraces in Cooks Hill and Hamilton with courtyard sized yards, wider blocks out through New Lambton and Wallsend, and the harbour and the ocean baths a short drive from most of it. On Sitterly, owners here post what their pets need and a sitter stays at the house while they are away, so nothing gets crated up and driven across town.
House and pet sitting on Sitterly is a two-way exchange. The sitter stays in the owner's home and cares for the pets - feeding, walks, company and the normal routine. In return, the owner provides the stay. No money changes hands for the care itself, which keeps the focus on the right match rather than the lowest price. Pets stay in the place they know, with their own bed, backyard and smells, instead of a kennel.
Sitterly's role is the connection: listings, profiles, direct messaging and email-confirmed accounts. The agreement itself is between owner and sitter, which is why the steps below matter.
Most problems in house sitting come from unspoken assumptions, not bad intent. The fix is the same on both sides: talk first, agree in writing, and plan for the unexpected.
No sitters have listed in Newcastle yet, so these are sitters elsewhere in New South Wales. Message anyone whose availability and travel suits your dates.
Marketing
Hello!! My name is Carly and i have grown up with pets my whole life. I have a 20 year old Ragdoll named Coco who i love more than anything, and i have also had a wonderful German Shepherd named Willow who has sadly passed away. I have looked after dogs of all ages and sizes, as well as cats.
Retired
Hi, we're Pat and Kate, a caring, reliable mother-daughter team who love animals and enjoy looking after people's homes. Pat is retired, having worked in banking and government customer service. She's calm, organised and dependable. Kate is an Occupational Therapist who works from home, offering flexibility and plenty of time to care for your pets. We've house-sat for friends, family and friends of family for years in Australia and the UK, caring for dogs, cats, birds and fish. We've also fostered cats in both Australia and Abu Dhabi. More recently, we've completed separate house sits caring for a dog, one cat and two cats. We're both non-smokers, have reliable transport and understand how important it is to maintain your pets' usual routines, provide regular updates and leave your home clean and well cared for. We'd love the opportunity to look after your home and furry family members as if they were our own.
Sales, remote
I've grown up with a cockerpoo and a golden doodle, back in the North East of England. Love all animals and really excited to be taking bookings to care for other's pets as if they were mine.
Accountant
I’m a passionate dog lover and animal enthusiast who genuinely cherishes spending time with furry companions. As a devoted pet parent myself, I understand how important it is to find someone reliable, attentive, and caring to look after your beloved pets and home. Whether it's keeping up with their routine, giving them plenty of love and playtime, or making sure they feel safe and comfortable while you're away, you can count on me to treat them like family. I'm excited to meet you and your wonderful pets!
I’m in WHV and I want to do petsitting between my different jobs
I’ve had several cats and a rabbits all my life with my parents in France. I’m also very at ease with dogs (and lot of other animals) as I’ve always been surrounded by dogs (and others) owners. I love their company and to take care of them. I travel with my partner, who grew up with several dogs and cats, and is also an animal lover. We are both very serious, can send photos and text you every days if needed.
Retired
I've owned dogs all my life, I just love them ❤️ I'm a mature aged single female with 2 female Chihuahuas who are very well trained. I am neat and tidy and will look after your house and your pet.
Currently traveling around Australia
Hey! We’re Noah and Mariah, both 18 and originally from Kiama on the South Coast of NSW. We’re currently travelling around Australia together and would love the opportunity to look after your home and furry friends along the way! We’ve both grown up with dogs throughout our childhoods, and Mariah also grew up caring for guinea pigs, so we’re both very comfortable around animals and absolutely love their company. We’re responsible, respectful and tidy, and we understand how important it is to know your pets and home are in safe hands. We’re more than happy to keep you updated with photos and messages while you’re away, and we’ll treat your home and pets as if they were our own!
I am interested in cat/ house/plant sitting in Sydney/Brisbane/ Gold Coast/ Melbourne in exchange for accommodation. Prefer somewhere nice and well connected with public transportation 🙂 I am available for long sits(min. 3 weeks). I accomplished quite some long term cat sittings in exchange for accommodation, so bring necessary experience to the table:) Happy to provide references, if needed:) So if u plan long travels and have kitties to be taken care of, I am ur girl:) I love cats and I am a stay-in cat sitter, so ur kitties stay in the comfort of their home and don’t go through any stress: I am a neat and responsible person. Would be glad to have a video call beforehand to make it a bit more personal. Feel free to DM me:)
Nothing changes hands for the care itself. Sitterly is an exchange: a sitter stays in your Newcastle home and looks after your pets, and in return they have a place to stay. Listing your home is free right now, with no booking fees or commissions. Owners still cover their own pet costs such as food and vet care.
Post a listing describing your pets, their routine, your home and your dates, then browse sitter profiles and applications. You message applicants directly, talk or meet before anything is confirmed, and choose who you are comfortable handing your keys to.
It depends on the animal. In-home sitting keeps pets in their own house with their normal routine, beds and yard, which suits pets that find boarding stressful or that have medication and feeding routines. Boarding can be the better option for pets that need constant supervision or that cannot be left alone for the times you are away.
Sitterly is open across Newcastle and the wider New South Wales region, including Merewether, Hamilton, Cooks Hill, New Lambton and surrounding suburbs. Availability depends on which sitters have listed near you, so it is worth checking your own suburb.
Practical guides on what in-home pet sitting involves, what to agree in advance, and what it costs in Australia.
