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All services booked on Pawshake, are covered by the Pawshake Guarantee. No hidden fees.
Here's how Pawshake works
Search and connect with trusted pet sitters. It's easy as 1, 2, 3.
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Find a verified pet sitter
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Search and find experienced local pet sitters nearby.
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Arrange a meet & greet
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Get to know your sitter in person, obligation-free.
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Pay online
Book your sitter through our safe online system, with flexible cancellations in case your plans change.
Happiness guaranteed
Sit back and relax! Your pet is in safe hands with their loving, experienced pet sitter.
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Kate is a first class dog sitter, dogs loved her the moment they saw her, kate kept us updated with pictures and messages communication was excellent. She cared for the dogs as the owner would, lots of cuddles and walks. It allowed us to enjoy our trip knowing the dogs were in good hands .Could not recommend a more qualified dog sitter to look after the furry family members..
Charlotte-27 Aug 2016
Why choose Pawshake?
Let trusted pet sitters take care of your pet
Personalised and flexible pet care
Pawshake sitters provide one-on-one love and attention in a cosy home space.
Safety first for your peace of mind
Pawshake dog sitters and pet sitters are vetted by our expert Trust and Safety team.
A real community
Pawshake pet sitters are genuine pet lovers from your local neighbourhood.
Veterinary Coverage
Enjoy peace of mind with free veterinary coverage for your pet with every booking. No hidden gap payments or subscription costs.
We protect you. And your pets.
Peace of mind
Your pet may need protection against unexpected life events. We offer a Peace of Mind Guarantee included in every booking made and paid through Pawshake.
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We include a free Happiness Guarantee in every booking made and paid through Pawshake to make sure you and your pet get the best pet care experience possible.
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Your questions answered.
Yes of course. We understand that plans can change. For your peace of mind, all our pet sitters offer either a flexible or moderate cancellation policy. A flexible cancellation policy allows a full refund if you cancel before noon the day before the booking starts. A moderate cancellation policy allows a full refund if you cancel before noon 7 days before the start date. Always check your sitter’s cancellation policy on their profile before you book.
Simply search for a pet sitter, arrange a free meet and greet, then confirm your booking online. Your sitter will send daily updates and photos during the stay, so you can relax knowing that your pet is having a lovely time. All bookings are covered by The Pawshake Guarantee which includes free veterinary coverage, Happiness Guarantee, Booking Guarantee and online in-house customer support.
Safety is our number one priority at Pawshake. Your booking is protected by the Pawshake Guarantee, which includes free veterinary coverage in case of accident or illlness. All booking payments are cashless and secure.
At Pawshake, our mission is to connect pet parents with friendly, trusted pet sitters. Your pets can stay in a loving home environment and be treated just like family. Pawshake pet sitters are a stress-free alternative to dog boarding kennels or catteries.
Pawshake pet sitters offer a range of services to suit most pets. Your pet may like drop-in visits at home. Or, they may prefer staying in the sitter's home or having the sitter stay overnight with them. Our sitters can cater to suit your pet's specific needs. You must also have a meet and greet with your pet sitter before booking. This is an obligation-free meeting to get to know each other and make sure you've made a good match.
Do you need a trusted dog sitter, cat sitter or sitter for your fish, guinea pig or rabbit? You've come to the right place. Here's how to find a perfect sitter:
- Select your pet sitting service
- Type your suburb or postcode into the search bar
- Click on 'search'
- Narrow the results by choosing a start and end date (or rough dates if you're not quite sure yet), selecting a filter option or zooming in and out of the map.
- Browse through the list of pet sitters near you and contact one or two you like. To do this, send a message via the green 'contact' button on their profile.
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