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House Sitters available (Australian Capital Territory)
Our House Sitters list for all Australia is below. To view a list of house sitters willing to house sit in your area please use the drop down menu.
When filtering by State, you may see sitters from other states listed as well. That’s because those sitters have nominated they are willing to house sit in more than one state (some have chosen all Australia). They are all candidates for positions in the selected state.
We save you time. Replies from house sitters you contact can sometimes take a while and when they reply you may find your location and timing doesn’t suit their schedule. This means contacting house sitters one at a time can be a drawn out process. When you choose to contact a house sitter with us you will be asked to list your needs and when you do, available house sitters for your location and dates will be contacting you within hours.
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Kathy - Happily Retired.
Couple
Hi ! We have recently retired and live in the South Coast of NSW. We have been married for 32 years and have two grown up children and two Grandchildren. We love animals and have had several pets including two Maltese Shitzus, 3 cats, a bunny and many goldfish. We now have a Jack Russell called Daisy who has enjoyed Mindahome pet sitting.
We know how important it is to have someone caring... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Reliable house proud pet lover
4Years
Solo
Young 59 yo who adores animals and loves to travel
(ps. I’ve since turned 63 but that sounds old so I’m leaving it as a young 59 yo !)
1st November 2022 one of my beautiful sibling cavoodles passed over the rainbow bridge suddenly and unexpectedly and since then his sister Bella and I have been caring for and falling in love with other pets around Australia
In 2023 I enjoyed 16... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 11 Oct 17 Oct 19 Oct 7 Nov
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Jan - Jan from Tassie
Couple
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Hi, I am retired, I was a Nurse for 40 years, Married to Brent, have two beautiful daughters who have partners. Have lived in Launceston Tasmania all my life. Brent and I were married in 1983 and still very happy. We have travelled overseas and across Australia and love to see new places.
Over the years we have had several fur babies, a Golden Retriever, Maltese Terrier and inherited a... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Tom & Lynne - Animal and Home Carers
Couple
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Hi!
We are caring and reliable pet sitters who understand that pets are family. We take the time to get to know each animal as an individual — their routines, preferences, and little quirks — so they feel safe and relaxed while you’re away.
Tom has extensive skills in looking after all types of dogs and cats. He can health check, carry out first aid, administer medication and... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 1 Sep 18 Oct 20 Oct 27 Oct 17 Nov 20 Nov 20 Dec 9 Jan'27 3 Mar'27 27 Mar'27 1 May'27 29 May'27 1 Sep'27 30 Sep'27
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Kathleen - Kathy
5Years
Couple
Our references confirm the care and respect we have for your pets and the properties we are fortunate to stay in.
We are a professional and reliable couple, able to be flexible with dates, length of stay and locations for a house sit.
Both non smokers.
We are very fit and healthy & look forward to walks with your dogs. The only thing we don’t do is share our bed with pets. ... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 14 Sep 14 Oct 16 Oct 19 Oct 1 Nov 22 Nov 23 Dec 4 Jan'27 4 Jan'27 10 Jan'27 10 Feb'27 9 Mar'27 14 Mar'27 18 Mar'27 19 Mar'27 23 Mar'27
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Linda
Solo
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I am a reliable, fit, non-smoker keen to look after your house and care for your pets. I have been housesitting for quite a few years now and can supply housesitting reviews/references. I walk and gym regularly to keep fit and active - and just because I enjoy it! I am a TAFE NSW teacher, living in country NSW. My work affects my availability (generally NSW school holidays and I can do 4 day... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 15 Dec 28 Dec
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Kyah - Reliable Homebody Who Loves Pets
Solo
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Hi, I’m Kyah! I’m a friendly, reliable and tidy house sitter who loves animals and enjoys a quieter lifestyle.
I’ve cared for dogs, rabbits, birds and fish, and I’m very comfortable following routines, keeping homes clean and giving pets plenty of attention and company. I work in medical administration, so I’m organised, responsible and used to being dependable.
In my spare... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Hello! I am a responsible, caring woman who enjoys the opportunity to explore new places/areas whilst looking after your pets and homes.
Having housesat for numerous friends and colleagues over the last 20 years via word-of-mouth recommendations, I am experienced in looking after a range of pets (dogs, guinea pigs, chickens), gardens, indoor plants, and houses. I must admit to a particular... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 19 Oct 23 Oct 1 Jan'27 10 Jan'27
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Peter - Retired couple embarking on adventure
5Years
Couple
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We are a pretty fit and healthy couple in our late 70s who have now been in retirement (again) for about 3 years.
In 2022 we did a 4 month road trip via outback NSW and Qld as far north as Lawn Hill Nat park, the Gulf towns of Bourke Town, Karumba and Cook Town.
We are currently on the tail end of a 6 month tour of the Red centre, the Kimberley and Pilbara ranges and the west coast of... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 2 Oct 31 Mar'27
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Sharon and John - Shaz
2Years
Solo
Hi, I am retired and interested in travelling Australia house sitting now and then as I travel around. I have no plans and will go wherever the mood takes me. I recently lost my husband, as a couple we did a few house sits and loved it. I am looking forward to continuing my travelling. Our hometown is Darwin,but having a military background we have lived in many states, including overseas... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Couple in their 40s who love cats
1Year
Couple
Hello! We’re Catheryn and Paul - a couple in our 40s/50s who are enjoying exploring Australia. We enjoy bushwalking, a bit of (very) amateur birdwatching, and generally being outdoors.
We both grew up with cats in the house and these are our favourite pets.
We work remotely full-time, and so we are a good choice if your pet likes people around to keep them company - as we would be in... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 3 Sep 31 Oct 10 Nov 17 Nov 20 Nov 14 Dec 19 Dec 16 Jan'27 23 Jan'27 31 Jan'27
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Emily
1Year
Solo
My name is Emily, I'm a 25 years old german Backpacker and I grew up with lots of pets. I love being surrounded by animals and taking care of them, whether dogs or cats.
I'm a reliable and honest person and i love trying and learning new things in Australia.
I‘ll be living in Perth for the next few months and I‘d be happy to look after your pets :)
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Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Lisa - Lisa & Mark
2Years
Couple
NOTE: No sits with cats sorry, due to an allergy.
We are Lisa & Mark.
I (Lisa) was a teacher for 20 years and Mark in IT for 25 but in 2019 we left our stressful careers behind and started a NFP called 'Empowered Today' teaching Empowerment, Resilience and Self Defence to women & girls.
We have bought land in Bellingen, Mid Coast NSW and hope to be moving into our new house by May... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 23 Sep 17 Oct 7 Nov 29 Nov 13 Dec 19 Jan'27
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Julie - Halloran
Solo
A professional single lady who is looking for a house to look after. I have high standards, am clean, neat, trustworthy and reliable. I am easy going, friendly and happy.
I will respect any home I have the pleasure of residing in, look after it and leave it in a very clean condition.
I am also security conscious so will take whatever measure possible to ensure the security of any house... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Linda
8Years
Solo
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Hello my name is Linda, I am single, a non smoker, retired, fit and active. I love animals, bush walking, nature and bird photography. Throughout my life I have had numerous and varied pets including dogs, cats, cows, horses, guinea pigs, fish, chooks and ducks.
It's always exciting getting to know each and every pet because they are all so very unique. I don’t have any pets now so... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 28 Sep 3 Nov 4 Nov 10 Nov 2 Dec 13 Dec 14 Dec 31 Dec 8 Apr'27 17 May'27
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richard
Couple
we are a retired couple down to earth healthy who are free to explore new places anywhere anytime we love most pets and have had our own as you can see his name is bunndy from bundaberg QLD..we have travelled most of our great country and looking forward to helping you get away without any worries i help in running local mens shed great fun fixing and making things for local... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Helen - Retired couple
Couple
Retired but wishing to travel. Looking for reliable house sitters to look after our fur baby. Preferably sitters with no pets of their own. Close proximity to both Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance. Will need to look after our Roxy, water plants and mow small lawn area. Great walking areas close by. Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Julie - Jules, Geoff and Rocky
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We are a married couple who have three grown up children, one granddaughter and a grandson on the way. We love animals, and look after dogs in our home using the Pawshake app. We plan to retire in a few months and begin a road trip to Victoria on December 4th. We are booked up until December 30th. We would love to break up the trip with some home stays. We don't have any experience, but have... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Carol - Ms. Carol, a global citizen and world tr
13Years
Solo
Hello everyone,
I am female, a social worker originally from Adelaide where i have my own home in Victor Harbour (on the coast). As a home owner i am also aware of how to treat a place where i stay.
I adore all pets and have many references from people whose homes and pets i have cared for as if they were my own. I also do not mind a bit of gardening.... I've been with Mindahome for... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 16 Oct 20 Oct 29 Oct 3 Nov
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Looking for pet sit over xmas.
Pref dates: December 20th - Jan 20th or similar
Solo woman born in WA and have happily settled in Melbourne. I'm needing more beach time back home, I also have family and friends here who I love to visit
I'm able to work remotely as a phone based counsellor which means I have a quiet, calm routine and will be home during the day.
I love all animals... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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norm - Old 54
5Years
Couple
my partner and i have have been travelling in a caravan I am retired was a maintenance person in aged care . I am very reliable, trust worthy. Non smoker . I am very good with animals and I am happy to walk them for exercise if needed . I have my own transport , licence and mobile phone. Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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Jacqueline - Caring experienced house sitting couple
4Years
Couple
Hello, we’re Jacqui and Will 😊
I’m Jacqui, 60, a registered nurse, and Will is 58 and a qualified painter and decorator. We’re both Australian citizens, non-smokers, clean, caring, honest and respectful.
We have lots of previous house-sitting experience. From 2013 to 2017, we house sat continuously in Perth, looking after more than 30 homes. We really enjoyed the experience and... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
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George and Magda - Happy travellers
Couple
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We are a professional couple transitioning into retirement and embracing an exciting new chapter of life, one shaped by curiosity, creativity and the freedom to explore. Over the years we have owned and cared for many homes, lived internationally across multiple countries, and shared our lives with much-loved pets. We understand what it takes to look after a home properly, maintaining gardens,... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 12 Oct 12 Nov 13 Nov 30 Nov 2 Dec 9 Dec 11 Dec 19 Dec 20 Dec 3 Jan'27 9 Jan'27 30 Jan'27 2 Feb'27 28 Feb'27 1 May'27 24 May'27
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Alisa - Alisa - responsible house/ pet sitter
4Years
Solo
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I'm Alisa and reside in Canberra.
I'm reliable, friendly, thoughtful and have high integrity. I have strong attention to detail and value good communication - ensuring any issues in your home or your pet's well being are picked up, for your peace of mind.
I love animals in all shapes and sizes :). Your pets will be well cared for and will happily follow your instructions for your pet's... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 15 Jan'27 23 Jan'27
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Wendy - Carers for your home and pets
Couple
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We are a retired couple, fit and healthy, non-smokers.
We are experienced dog owners but no longer have any pets of our own. We have been house sitting for the last couple of years and have looked after dogs, horses, alpacas, birds, fish and sheep. We care for your animals and home as our own.
We enjoy caring for peoples’ pets and homes so that they can relax and enjoy their time away.... Read more
Preferred locations: ACT All regions
Current bookings: 17 Sep 11 Nov 1 Dec 22 Jan'27 27 Jan'27 24 Feb'27 2 May'27 24 May'27 2 May'27 24 May'27