About Pawshake

Get it on Google Play

Download on the App Store

Learn More

Payment Methods

Find us on

Pawshake

House sitting Auckland

House sitting Christchurch

House sitting Wellington

House sitting Tauranga

House sitting Hamilton

House sitting Dunedin

House sitting Queenstown

House sitting Palmerston North

House sitting Nelson

House sitting Rotorua

Popular Cities

Top cities for house sitting in New Zealand

Are you going away but have a pet that prefers to stay in their own environment? Or perhaps you have a range of different animals and it’s not practical for you to organise for them to stay in different places? Then you might want to consider finding a Pawshake house sitter to come and stay at your Dunedin home while you are away.

House sitting is a convenient and affordable option when you have multiple pets and also want your house to be securely looked after while you are away. Many of our pet sitters have very reasonable house sitting rates because they enjoy staying and exploring different local neighbourhoods like Dunedin.

At Pawshake, we understand that trusting your home to a stranger can be a little daunting. So we’ve done all the hard work to ensure that your Pawshake house sitter is trustworthy and reliable. All our pet sitter profiles are checked individually by our dedicated trust and safety team and some house sitters also have their own police checks which they can share with you.

The best thing about engaging a Pawshake verified house sitter is that you can relax knowing that on top of being covered by The Pawshake Guarantee which includes veterinary coverage, so your pets are being cared for in a familiar environment and your Dunedin home is also being looked after as well. 

In addition to looking after your pets, most of our house sitters will happily help you by collecting your mail, taking out the bins, and watering your plants. Just make sure you discuss all your requirements with your chosen house sitter prior to booking.

Why house sitting ?

House sitting Port Chalmers

House sitting Brighton

Pawshake also offers house sitting in

Dog boarding Dunedin

Doggy day care Dunedin

Dog walking Dunedin

Dog sitting Dunedin

Cat sitting Dunedin

Pet sitting Dunedin

Other pet care services in Dunedin

A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet

Find the perfect sitter

Pawshake - House Sitting - Dunedin

Dunedin

sleepover

We have been house and petsitting in New Zealand for many years. We pride ourselves on taking good care of the animals as well as keeping the houses clean and tidy. As we are currently unable to have pets of our own, we love to give your furry friends our love and attention.
We absolutely love getting to know pets and it brings us so much joy to spend time with them. We miss having pets in our life so we really love caring for yours! We have experience with giving medication, walking, as well as providing lots of care and affection.
Rachel previously worked in Canada as a vet assistant, so she is used to be around all kinds of animals in various stages of their lives.
As it can be nerve wracking to be away from your animals, we are more than happy to send photos and videos as often as needed.


Hi, my names Reuben! 
I'm a 26 year old working professional. I work and live in Dunedin as a builder and music tech. 
I'm a sucker for animals, and a bit of a softy. I have grown up with dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, and fish. 
I also have two cats of my own (Podge and Bear), who are the best. 
I work 8am-5pm Monday-Friday, but outside of these hours I would love to spend some more time with animals and take care of them while you are on holiday or working. I am happy to dog walk (I have owned big dogs, and am comfortable with them), feed your pets, or do house visits to check in on them while you are away. I have two animals at my own house, so I can't look after them here, but I can come to your house to pet sit.
I'll be sure to send you pics and updates while you are away, as I know what it is like to miss your animals while being away. 

Hi There!
I am an enthusastic animal lover! I have looked after/owned animals from Rabbits, to Dogs, to Cats, to Fish! My experience mostly revolves around dogs. Throughout my life I have always had a furry friend around the house. Animals provide myself and my family with so much love. 
My family and I have recently lost our incredibly friendly senior German Short-Haired Pointer who I miss very much. My motivation for creating a pawshake account is to get my much needed animal-time that I miss dearly. Looking after this lovely dog has given me experience with administering oral medication and eye drops to dogs.
I'm a 4th year student at the University of Otago studying Psychology and Finance, so if you're needing a sitter, I may have to pop in and out to uni (but am available 24 hours in weekends).
In my youth, my progression in finding a job began with me running a small community dog walking service which eventually developed into a dog sitting service. I continue to look forward to seeing these furry friends whenever I go home. 
If you're interested in my pet sitting, dog walking or visit services, flick me a message and we can arrange a meet and greet! I am comfortable with all types of breeds and sizes. My family dog has always been a large breed.
Please don't hesitate to contact me,
Mila


Hello there!&nbsp;
My name is Grace and I'm a 22 year old living in Dunedin. I have recently finished my Bachelor of Arts with Honours and am looking for work. I'm a big animal lover with experience around a variety of animals. I would love to house sit, pet feed, or walk your dogs. 
I have grown up owning or caring for a range of animals including cats, dogs, rabbits, rats, fish, and guinea pigs! I have a big passion for animal care and absolutely love spending time with them. I currently have a cat at my parents house which I adore. However, my flat in Dunedin is unable to home any animals - that's why I'd love to care for yours! I have a lot of of free time at the moment as I job hunt, so more time to spend with your animal/s.&nbsp;
I don't have a particular preference of animals as I like them all! If you have any questions regarding my background with pets I'd be more than happy to answer them. I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your pets! 🫶🏻



Hi! My name is Mackensie.
I am a massive pet lover and have spent my whole life around many different animals. Originally from, Invercargill, I moved to Dunedin in 2021 to study. While I love Dunedin I really miss all my pets back home. My current living situation does not allow for pets of my own so I am able to give all my love and time to your pets.&nbsp;
I am 21 and a full time student during the Uni year, currently studying a Masters in Human Nutrition. I have experience with both house sitting, pet sitting and dog walking. I am avaliable to provide all of these services. I have flexible avalibility during the week and weekends. I have my own car and full New Zealand drivers license. 
I am a responsible, kind and compassionate person who has your pets best interests at heart. My goal is to provide a safe and fun environment for your pet whilst you are away ensuring they are well loved and looked after. 
I look foward to hearing from you and making some new furry friends!


My name is Elisabeth! I am offering dog walking/ pet sitting services in the Anderson Bay/ Dunedin area.
I would be charging a rate of $15 per 30 minutes close to your home and $30 for longer beach/ track. Discounted rates for multiple weekly walks, and for group walks but that would depend on the dog/family needs. Happy to walk privately or with other dogs. I have a vehicle so I can take dogs to the beach and local parks or trails. I'm also available for house/pet sits in occasion so let me know if you are planning on a getaway and need someone to look after your home and pets while you are away. Rates available upon requests.
I am familiar with many breeds and comfortable with all sizes as i grew up on a family dogs with many dogs. Willing to meet any canine as long as they are not aggressive. I am open to many arrangements currently as I work from home! I am happy to administer medications, supervise and provide for their needs in the best way I can including some behavioural training. For dog walking my availability is most week days between the hours of 10am-5pm. I have experience currently walking a black lab, a golden retriever puppy, a boarder collie and a GSP. Would love to hear from you if you are interested.

I will be available to do dog walking on most days, and I will do house sitting in the weekends&nbsp; or fridays(week days can be discussed). I have house sit for a dog before.I love animals but cats especially! My whole life, I have grown up and been with pet dogs, cats, and even a pet turtle too. I know how to behave with animals, and I'll be responsible with any lovely pet.I'm very fit, and I run daily. If you have an active pet that needs more rigorous exercise, then I can absolutely help with that!As a university student, I often find that my weekends are free, so I would be an ideal choice if you needed to leave for the weekend.I think being a pet sitter is cool because I get to meet new animals!As I live in a flat, I would be limited in house sitting for your pet—there are no pets allowed in my accommodation.I'm new to pet sitting specifically, but I have worked in hospitality before, so I possess a good work ethic, and I am dependable.

Hey there,I am 38 years old, living and working in Dunedin. I have some spare time and so I thought I would check this app out as I love animals so much. My experience:&nbsp;I have a labrador named Kara, 6 years old who I have trained myself and we go on lots of adventures at the beach and into the forest. I have volunteered at the SPCA to walk dogs.&nbsp;I grew up on a 10 acre horticulture farm. We had various pets - dogs, cats, chickens, pigs, pet mice, fish, guinea pigs and rabbits. I believe all animals big or small deserve to have a happy and fulfilling life just as much as we do. I will treat your pet/s with respect and care as if it were my own.&nbsp;I am available early mornings, afternoons and evenings during the week. Also weekends when booked in advance.&nbsp;I can take your dog/s for an on leash or off leash walk (with your permission).&nbsp;I can take your dog/s to a dog park (with your permission)&nbsp;I can offer walks jointly with my dog for a social interaction.&nbsp;I can come and hang out with your pet/s, go for a walk or just pop in to see how they're doing and have some play time.I can administer medicationI can offer training&nbsp;I can bring in the mail, rubbish bins etc, water plantsI can stay at your house during the day and overnight if requiredCheers,&nbsp;Liz :)

I'm pretty flexible with my schedule, especially in the afternoons and evenings, which works out well for pet care. Whether it's house-sitting, dropping by for visits, or taking your dog out for a walk, I'm here to help. If I'm looking after your place, I'll make sure to water the plants and check the mail too. And if you need anything extra, just let me know!
My main goal is to make sure your pet is happy, healthy, and having fun while you're away. I totally get how tough it can be leaving them behind, so I'll treat them like they're my own.


House Sitting, Dunedin

1. Rachel

1. Rachel

2. Reuben

2. Reuben

3. Mila

3. Mila

4. Grace

4. Grace

5. Mackensie