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Pet sitters in Newcastle, NSW

Get dedicated in-home pet care while you travel. Just create a listing and our pet sitters will reach out to you.

Looking for house sits in Newcastle?

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Pet sitters searching near Newcastle

We have 217 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near Newcastle. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while travelling.

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Elizabeth & Lee Erik
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Lauren & Henry
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Graeme & Lynette
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Amanda
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John & Shardai
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Wendy & Warren
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Allan Connie & Allan
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Pamela
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Tomas & Camila
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Michelle
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Jackie & Mark
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Kate
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Lynda
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Sheryl & Paul
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Sally
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patrick & Jing
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Vanessa & Alan
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Nigel & Sandra
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Find the right pet care

See how pet sitting in Newcastle works

1. Choose your plan

Pay once a yer for unlimited, in-home pet care. Sitters don't charge extra fees.

2. Create your listing

Describe your home and pets, and add the dates you'll be away.

3. Review sitter applications

See who applied to your listing and vet sitters before you commit.

Looking for house sits in Newcastle?

Keeping your home and pets safe

Money Back Promise

If you can't find a sitter, we'll refund you*.

Home and Contents Plan

Get cover against damage, theft and accidents*.

Sit Cancellation Plan

Claim compensation if sitters cancel last minute*.

24/7 Vet Advice Line

Round-the-clock support for sitters while they're pet sitting.

Vet-approved pet care

Pets are happier at home, surrounded by sights and smells they know.
*Terms apply. Only available on Standard and/or Premium plans.
Why we sit

Why our sitters love to pet sit

Every pet sitter in Newcastle and beyond has their own story. But they all have two things in common: they love pets and travel.

98% of our sits result in a five-star review

Unlimited pet care, one annual fee

Comparing pet care costs for the year:

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Questions about pet and dog sitting

No, unlike other platforms, our sitters sit for love, not money. After paying an annual membership, no money changes hands between our members.

It’s a win-win situation. Sitters exchange their love and care for a stay in your home and the chance to make new furry friends. While pet parents can travel with peace of mind, knowing their pets are loved and cared for.
Our sitters love all kinds of homes and locations. For them, it’s less about grand accommodation and more about staying in real homes and living like a local.

They prefer cosy homes where they can embed themselves in the local community, spend time with adorable pets and make special travel memories.

So as long as your home is clean, tidy and welcoming, our sitters would love to stay.
The first thing to do is to register for free. Once you’re registered, you can explore our platform and decide which membership plan is right for you. We offer three annual memberships – Basic, Standard and Premium.

After you’ve chosen and paid for your membership, you can create your listing. This is your chance to describe your home and pets, and add the dates you’ll be away.

As soon as your listing is live, pet sitters can apply. You can browse their applications and shortlist the ones you think are right. You also have the option to invite sitters directly.

We recommend meeting face-to-face or via video call before confirming the sit to make sure it’s a good match for your home and pets.
Most pet parents confirm a sitter within a day. But this can vary depending on your location and the level of detail you’ve shared in your listing.

For extra peace of mind, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
We know arranging to have a pet sitter in your home for the first time may seem daunting. But we do everything in our power to keep all our members safe:

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We do background and/or ID checks, ask for external references and verify email addresses and phone numbers.

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After a sit, our pet parents rate and review their sitter and give honest feedback.

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You can screen sitters before you commit by meeting them face-to-face or via a video call.
Our Home and Contents Plan covers you for up to $1 million against property damage, theft and sitter accidents. This is included in our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships.

Premium Pet Parent members also benefit from our Sit Cancellation Plan that protects you in case your sitter cancels.

And lastly, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
When you arrange a pet sitter through TrustedHousesitters, you only pay for your annual membership – no other money changes hands.

Like you, our pet sitters pay an annual fee to join our community and use our platform. They don’t get paid or charge for their services.

They do it because they love pets and travel. So in exchange for a place to stay, they’ll look after your pets and take care of your home while you’re away.

If you book a sitter who isn’t part of our community, the average cost of pet sitting in Newcastle, NSW is $1.79 per hour, $71.67 per week for 40 hours or $232.92 per month for 130 hours.

Welcoming our members pet sitting in Newcastle, NSW means personalized, in-home pet care for your furry family. Unlike pet boarding in Newcastle, NSW and beyond, pets get to stay at home in their daily routine, where vets agree they’re happiest. 

And unlike Newcastle dog kennels (and many traditional boarding and pet sitting services around the world), pet owners get unlimited pet care - access to thousands of pet sitters all year round, just for one annual membership fee. That’s happy pets at home, and pet care that doesn’t break the bank.

The responsibilities of our members pet sitting in Newcastle include 1:1, round-the-clock care in the pet’s home environment, feeding, dog walking, administering medication (if that’s been agreed with pet owners), playtime, sending photo updates, watering plants, collecting mail and maintaining the home.

To connect with our members pet sitting in Newcastle who are confident in puppy care, share your pet’s needs in your listing to find the perfect person for the task. Whether you need someone who’s experienced in puppy training, dog walks or can take them to grooming appointments, read sitter reviews, explore their profiles and chat before confirming.

Pet Sitters in Newcastle, NSW

Heading out of Newcastle? Whether for work or leisure, your fur babies deserve to feel calm and comfortable (even though they’ll miss you). Thankfully, by welcoming in-home, loving pet sitters in Newcastle, NSW you can keep tails wagging and kitties purring while you jet off and relax.

Vets agree pets are happier at home, thriving in their own cozy spaces with their cherished toys, treats and more. That’s why finding a Newcastle dog sitter makes paw-fect sense. And here's the scoop – even your adventurous felines can enjoy the cuddle treatment, all thanks to our community of cat sitters in Newcastle, NSW.

Sounds like a match made in pet heaven right? Well, explore our caring community of pet sitters in Newcastle, NSW today and start soaking up that travel peace of mind, all while showering your four-legged pals with the love and attention they truly deserve.