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Sitters

Can I house sit with my own pet?

Happily, many sitters successfully house sit with their pets however, if it’s something you’re considering there are some things you should be aware of first. So, here are our top tips for house sitting with your own pet.

 
Travel

How to travel cheaply between house sits

Housesitting is a great way to travel and save money and that more and more people are choosing house sitting as a fulltime lifestyle. But what happens in between sits if you don’t have another house sit to go straight to?

 
Updates

Why do people house sit for free?

The past couple of years has seen a dramatic shift in the way we live, work and travel. A common question we get asked is, “Why do people house sit for free”?

 
Our Community

64 house sits and counting: Sue & Kevin’s amazing house sitting journey

Travelling around Australia while spending time in the company of beautiful pets sounds almost like a dream too good to be true.

 
Owners

The importance of leaving your house sitter a review

With the help of reviews left by other home owners, you can embark on your trip knowing that you’ve connected with your perfect sitter for you. So, why are reviews so important?

 
Travel

Must do experiences while house sitting in Cairns

With so many things to see and do around Cairns it can be hard to know where to begin. Here’s our Aussie House Sitters guide to the best things to do and places to explore in Far North Queensland.

 
Pets

9 easy ways to make your cat happy

Just like humans, cats have a range of emotions that can include boredom, sadness and even loneliness. Thankfully, our furry mates are easy to keep happy if you know how.

 
 
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Your new site is AWESOME just love it keep up the great job your doing. We have had back to back house sitting since April 2012, thanks. Denis & Jan

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