Linda Leonard
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.
Gosford
New sitterView profile
New South Wales
House and Pet Sitting in New South Wales
New South Wales covers everything from apartment living in the inner city to acreage past the Blue Mountains, and the care problem is the same in both: someone has to be at the house. Sitterly connects homeowners across the state with sitters who stay in your home and look after your pets and your place while you are away. Listing is free, no money changes hands for the sit, and there is no commission.
How house and pet sitting works in New South Wales
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.
For New South Wales pet owners
- 1Post a listing describing your pets, their routine, your home and your travel dates. Listing is free.
- 2Browse sitter profiles and applications - each profile shows experience, availability and whether references are available.
- 3Message directly, have a call or meet-up first, and agree expectations in writing before confirming.
- 4Hand over with a clear routine, emergency contacts and your vet's details, then travel knowing your pets stay home.
For sitters in New South Wales
- 1Create a profile that shows genuine pet experience, availability and references.
- 2Browse homes and apply for sits that suit your lifestyle and transport situation.
- 3Ask questions before confirming: pets' needs, alone-time limits, cameras, house rules and costs.
- 4Care for the pets and home as agreed - accommodation is part of the exchange, never a guarantee of housing.
Trust, safety and expectations
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.
- ✓Meet or video-call before confirming any sit. Neither side should feel rushed.
- ✓Agree the details in writing: dates, pet duties, visitors, cameras, and who pays for what.
- ✓Owners should leave a written emergency plan: vet, contacts, medication and spending authority.
- ✓Reply ratings and reviews help, but references and a real conversation matter most.
Why New South Wales homeowners choose Sitterly
- ✓Free for New South Wales homeowners, with no booking fees or commissions
- ✓Sitters across Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast and Wollongong
- ✓Message applicants directly and choose who you trust with your keys
- ✓References on request, shared privately in Sitterly messages
Latest pet sitters in New South Wales
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Noah cowen
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!
Jamberoo
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Olga Rada
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:)
Balmain
4 years pet careView profile
Jeff Thomas
SoloCarpenter
Hi, I'm Jeff, a carpenter based in Coffs Harbour on the NSW mid-north coast. I work on outdoor builds most weeks, so I'm in and out of houses all day and very comfortable in someone else's space. I grew up on a property with working dogs and a couple of blue-tongue lizards, so I'm at home with a wide range of pets. The Solitary Islands beaches are my morning routine.
Mid North Coast NSWNorthern Rivers+1
12 years pet careView profile
Garbo Dal
SoloPersonal Trainer
Hi, I'm Garbo, a personal trainer based in Surry Hills and a regular City2Surf runner. Active dogs are my absolute joy, the kind that need a real walk and a real run, not just a stroll around the block. I work flexible hours and have plenty of time for long pet outings around Centennial Park or down to Bondi. Reliable, fit and a clean house guest.
SydneyEastern Suburbs+1
7 years pet careView profile
French Odyssey
Retired CoupleRetired Teacher
Hi, we're a retired couple based in Eden on the NSW Sapphire Coast. I'm a retired teacher of 35 years and my partner is a recreational fisherman who knows every wharf between Tathra and Mallacoota. We love big slow walks, animals of every kind, and a quiet life by the water. We're available for longer sits up and down the south coast.
Sapphire CoastFar South Coast+2
20 years pet careView profile
Dean Ignacio
SoloUniversity Student (IT)
Hi, I'm Dean, an IT student at UTS based in Strathfield. I love travel, I love animals, and I'm always looking for a quiet sit where I can study from home and keep your pets company. Cats and small fish are my speciality. I'm easy-going, a clean houseguest, and I take photos and updates seriously so you always know your pets are doing well.
SydneyInner Sydney+1
2 years pet careView profile
Cyborg Gal
Remote WorkerGraphic Designer
Hi, I'm a Melbourne-based graphic designer living in Brunswick. I work from home most days, which means your pets get an attentive house guest who's around. I grew up with cats and have always shared my home with them. Sydney Road is on my doorstep for coffee runs, and I love an evening stroll through Princes Park. Calm, creative and very tidy.
MelbourneBrunswick+2
5 years pet careView profile
Pet sitting in New South Wales: common questions
How much does a pet sitter cost in New South Wales?
Nothing changes hands for the care itself. Sitterly is an exchange: a sitter stays in your New South Wales home and looks after your pets, and in return they have a place to stay. Listing your home is free and there are no booking fees or commissions during our growth phase. Owners still cover their own pet costs such as food and vet care.
How do I find a pet sitter in New South Wales?
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.
Is it better than a kennel or cattery for pets in New South Wales?
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.
What areas of New South Wales does Sitterly cover?
Sitterly is open right across New South Wales, including Sydney, Newcastle, Central Coast, Wollongong and the smaller towns between them. Availability depends on which sitters have listed near you, so it is worth checking your own area rather than assuming from the state as a whole.
House and pet sitting across New South Wales
Before you book a sitter in New South Wales
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