House Sitting

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Pawshake Dog

A sitter stays overnight in your home

House and pet care for while you are away
A house sitter will stay at your home while you are away to care for your pets and keep an eye on your home.
House sitting is a perfect choice for pets that prefer to stay in the comfort of their own home. Our house sitters are also a more cost effective option if you own several pets.
With house sitting, your house will be lived-in and far more secure with a trusted house sitter coming and going than an empty home.

How does it work?

Securing a house sitting booking with Pawshake is easy and safe.
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Search for a sitter

free
Choose from a range of experienced house sitting professionals nearby.
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Organise a free meet and greet

free
Meet your sitter for free before you make a house sitting booking to make sure it’s a perfect match.
3

Safely confirm your booking

Benefit from in-house customer support and free veterinary coverage for your pet.

Happiness guaranteed

Sit back and relax! Your pet is in safe hands with their loving, experienced pet sitter.
Matt and AliyaM
Helena is the ideal pet sitter. Not only did she take great care of our pups she also took great care of our home while we were away. She kept us informed with updates and photos which is great because we are catastrophisers who always worry. She left our house cleaner than when we left and we could not be happier. She is our go to pet sitter going forward. We have had good dog sitters in the past but Helena blows them all away. If you are looking for someone trustworthy to take care of your pets you should definitely book Helena!
Matt and Aliya
Dog Boarding
SaraS
I recently had the pleasure of having Rui take care of my beloved cat, Cucciolotto, while I was away, and I cannot recommend her highly enough! From the very beginning, Rui demonstrated a genuine love for animals, which immediately put my mind at ease. During her stay at my apartment, I was impressed by her responsible and attentive nature. She ensured Cucciolotto received all the love and attention he needed, keeping him engaged and happy in my absence. It was heartwarming to see all the adorable photos and updates she sent me, which showcased their fun-filled days together. Communication with Rui was fantastic—she was always prompt to respond, and I felt well-informed about how Cucciolotto was doing. When I returned home, I found my apartment in good condition, which speaks volumes about Rui’s professionalism and respect for my space. You can tell she took her role seriously and cared for both Cucciolotto and my home as if they were her own. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with Rui’s pet-sitting services, and I would gladly welcome her back to care for Cucciolotto anytime! If you're looking for a dedicated and trustworthy pet sitter, look no further than Rui!
Sara
Dog Boarding

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Why choose Pawshake for house sitting?

We've got you and your pet covered

Peace of Mind Guarantee

We care about the happiness and safety of you, your home and your pet.

Vetted sitters

Every single sitter’s house sitter profile is individually reviewed by our dedicated Trust and Safety team. We only accept 15% of house sitting applications.

Experienced local sitters

We have experienced, qualified and reliable local sitters for house sitting services.

Contactless payments

Pawshake’s safe and cashless booking process means that sitters only get paid after they complete the house sitting booking.

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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Happiness

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Your house sitting questions answered

House sitting is an in-home pet care service. A sitter comes to stay at your home for the duration of the time you are away to care for your pets and keep an eye on your home.

Pawshake only accepts sitters who have experience and/or qualifications caring for pets. You will get to search, choose and have a free meet and greet with your house sitter prior to making a booking.

House sitting is a perfect choice for pets that prefer to stay in the comfort of their own home. Your house will also be lived-in and far more secure with a trusted house sitter coming and going than an empty home.

Your sitter will send you daily text and photo updates through Pawshake or your preferred choice of communication. This is included as part of your booking and there is no additional cost required.
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