Pet sitters in New Zealand

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 New Zealand?

7.5 million

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104,000

experienced pet sitters

107,000

satisfied pet parents

133,000

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Pet sitters searching near New Zealand

We have 2829 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near New Zealand. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while traveling.

Mary & Ken
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Cheryl & Ian
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Michele & Blair
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Ashley & Nick
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Yuvani
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Michelle & Lionel
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Linda & Scotty
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Carolyn & Chris
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Christie & Dave
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Nicola & Ken
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Frederick
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Donald & Ursula
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Tony & Susan
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Klara & Andrew
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Heather
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Sue & Steve
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Estelle & Graeme George
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Lauren
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Terry & Wendy
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Lynda Joy
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Find the right pet care

See how pet sitting in New Zealand works

1. Choose your plan

Pay once a year 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 New Zealand?

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 New Zealand 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 New Zealand is $2.08 per hour, $83.33 per week for 40 hours or $270.83 per month for 130 hours.

Our pet sitters in New Zealand agree to sit for free because they’re hobby pet sitters - meeting new furry friends and exploring new places is their passion. Exchanging pet care for a place to stay, pet sitters get to travel the globe and meet adorable pets along the way. 

To connect with people dog sitting in New Zealand, just post your listing - sharing all your pup’s care needs, and chat with sitters before confirming. Let the applications roll in or explore sitter profiles and invite directly.

To connect with people dog sitting in New Zealand confident with rescue pets, simply share this detail in your listing to attract sitters who can give your furry family members the care they need.

Want to know more about our pet sitters in New Zealand?

Your annual membership gives you unlimited access to in-home New Zealand pet sitters. Pay once a year, and welcome as many sitters as you need at no extra cost. Yup - no additional fees, just as many sitters as you need. 

So, got a pack of high-energy hounds at home? Or maybe it’s a standoffish feline, or even a herd of llamas in the yard? Whichever way, it’s simple to find a verified, reviewed sitter who’s up for the task.

More reasons to connect with trusted pet sitters in New Zealand

  • Pets are happier at home. Vets agree pets are happiest at home, surrounded by all the sights, smells and sounds they love.
  • Experienced sitters. Read sitter reviews and character references to help select the perfect person who understands the needs of your pet.
  • Verified sitters. Our sitters are third-party verified for extra peace of mind.
  • Pay one annual fee. Connect with unlimited pet sitters in New Zealand all year round, no matter the length of your trip.
  • Loving pet care for multi-pet households. Simply welcome one overnight pet sitter, and keep all of your pets together at home. 
  • Join a community of like-minded pet lovers. Connected by their love for pets and travel, many of our members repeat sits and become lifelong friends.

What do pet sitters in New Zealand do?

  • Dog walking. Pet lovers will keep your pooch in their usual routine of walkies, training, fetch and more while dog sitting in New Zealand.
  • Administer medication. Many of our sitters have experience giving pets medication.
  • Play and exercise. Our sitters are there for your pets around the clock, providing all the TLC they need.
  • Care for your house, plants and garden. New Zealand’s pet sitters keep your home clean and secure, collect the post, and water your plants.
  • Keep you in the loop. Our sitters share as many updates as you choose while you’re away.

To learn more about the benefits you could be enjoying with a pet parent membership, explore our plans.

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