Has the amount you spend on pet care had you scratching your head? No worries, fellow pet parent. Here you can get a clear view on exactly how much you’re likely to spend with our handy pet care calculator in your specific location, for your specific furry family members.
And if you’re looking to save a few bucks (naturally), scroll to learn how welcoming our in-home sitters for an annual membership fee is much better value (and better for your furry friends) than your current pet care solution.
Cost of paid pet sitters in Australia
Welcoming a pet sitter tends to be a popular option - it’s better for pets, and vets agree. But did you know that it’s actually a pretty expensive option, if you’re finding professional sitters, that charge per visit? Ever wondered how much a pet sitter costs in Australia? The average nightly rate to welcome a pet sitter in Australia is $84.21, and the most expensive place is Melbourne, at $74.22, followed closely by Brisbane and Perth at $53.03 and $53.08.
Cost of paid cat sitters in Australia
How much does a cat pet sitter cost in Australia? The average nightly rate for a cat sitter across Australia is $58.88, but Melbourne is at the top spot, with prices averaging at $63.61. This is followed by Perth at $45.11 and Gold Coast at $42.44 per night.
Cost of paid dog sitters in Australia
What are the dog sitting prices in Australia? The average nightly rate for a dog sitter across Australia is $84.21, but Gold Coast is at the top spot, with prices averaging at $111.45. This is followed by Brisbane at $79.54 and Melbourne at $68.94 per night.
Cost of dog kennels in Australia
And what are the dog kennel prices in Australia? The average cost for a night in a kennel is $49.46. Sydney came out as the most expensive place for dog boarding kennels prices, with kennels charging an average of $61.61 per night with Melbourne following closely at $55.67, and Brisbane at $39.78.
As vets agree that pets are happier kept at home, take a look below to find out how simple (and cost-effective) in-home sitters can be here at TrustedHousesitters - no more noisy, cramped kennels needed.
Cost of catteries in Australia
The average cattery boarding prices in Australia are $37.90 per night. Perth comes out tops as the most expensive place in Australia to put your cat in a cattery, with an average nightly charge of $68.48, followed by Sydney at $47.48, then Brisbane and Melbourne at $37.13.
With the cost of cat kennels causing a hole in your wallet and a whole lot of upset for your routine-loving feline friend, take a look below for the savings you could make by welcoming a trusted cat sitter.
Cost of pet care in Australia: Pet care calculator
Now that you know the average cost of pet care across Australia, let’s get clear on the cost of your current pet care choice for your specific pets and how often you’ll use the service. Simply enter your details below to find out how much your current pet care choices will cost you over the following year.
Average costs of your go-to pet care vs. in-home trusted pet sitters in Australia
| Pet care service | Average costs |
|---|---|
| Average nightly rate of pet sitters | $84.21 |
| Average nightly rate of cat sitters | $58.88 |
| Average nightly rate of dog sitters | $84.21 |
| Average nightly rate of kennels | $49.46 |
| Average nightly rate of catteries | $37.90 |
| Average daily rate for rabbit sitters | $27.48 |
| Average daily rate for bird sitters | $40.04 |
| Average daily rate for chicken sitters | $36.11 |
| Average daily rate for reptile sitters | $25.11 |
| Cost of an annual membership with us (which covers a whole year of pet care!) |
Basic membership: $119 per year ($0.32 per day!) Standard membership: $199 per year ($0.54 per day!) |
What’s the best pet care solution?
So it’s pretty clear that lots of the pet care solutions out there either burn a hole in your pocket, leave your pets anxious, or both. That’s why we’re happy to let you know about the TrustedHousesitters community!
Here, pet owners can connect with as many in-home pet sitters for an annual fee - that’s loving pet care, all year round. And the best part? Vets agree pets are happiest kept at home, in the comforting surroundings they’re used to.
Plus, it certainly doesn’t break the bank, as you can welcome as many loving, verified sitters as you like, for one annual payment. To find out more about how the best pet care solution out there works, take a look below.
Cost of TrustedHousesitters
With paid pet sitters, kennels, catteries, drop-ins and day care amounting to no less than thousands of dollars per year, it’s no wonder pet parents across Australia are looking for a better option. Here at TrustedHousesitters, pet parents can connect with sitters for an annual Basic membership fee of $119.
That’s verified pet sitters at their fingertips, and easy-to-find pet care that doesn’t break the bank. Plus, pet parents can make use of a range of extra goodies, like our 24/7 Vet Advice Line.
To find out more about how TrustedHousesitters works for pet parents, take a look below.
What’s included in a TrustedHousesitters membership?
Basic pet parent
A Basic membership allows pet parents to choose from thousands of verified, in-home pet sitters.
Unlimited pet & home care from verified sitters
From $119 / year
Standard pet parent
Pet owners with a Standard membership can also make use of our:
Home and Contents Plan
24/7 Vet Advice Line: available on video, phone or chat
Dedicated member support
Boost your listing in search results
See who’s saved your listing
From $199 / year
Premium pet parent
Premium members enjoy all the features included in our Basic & Standard plan, plus the following:
2 global airport lounge passes
Sit Cancellation Plan
Premium badge on your listing
From $239 / year
So, want a pet care option that’s not going to break the bank, and is totally vet-approved? We thought that might be the case - take a look below to get to grips with the membership options available.
Cost of pet care in Australia: FAQs
The average daily rate for rabbit sitting in Australia is $27.48.
The average daily rate for bird sitters in Australia is $40.04.
The average daily rate for a chicken sitter in Australia is $36.11.
The average daily rate for a reptile sitter in Australia is $25.11.