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Essential etiquette for homeowners and sitters on the Aussie House Sitters platform

Aussie House Sitters thrives on the values of trust, respect, and a strong sense of community. Good website etiquette helps everyone feel valued.

Website Upgrade! Let's Make House Sitting Easier Than Ever

We’ve taken all your feedback over the years to heart, and the team has put a lot of work into refining the Aussie House Sitters website. Here are the details...

Understanding our new review system

Reviews are a lovely way to reward both house sitters and homeowners following a house sit. Reviews appear on a sitter’s profile adding credibility, helping to build trust and can also help to secure future house sits.

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”?

Why house sitting works

House sitting is gaining serious momentum around the world as one of the preferred ways for people to live and travel. So why has it become so successful over recent years?

Staying COVID Safe When House & Pet Sitting

In these uncertain times, house sitting in an ongoing pandemic may raise questions for sitters and owners as we continue to adapt to life in our new covid world.

Sitters: How to refer a friend

Our passion is all about supporting our community to save money while ensuring our pets stay safe and loved at home. With the idea of spreading the love we've introduced the ability for sitters to be able to ‘Refer a Friend’.

Just wanted to thank you for a truly amazing service. I have really enjoyed all my sits, meeting new people and animals and of course making friends along the way. The last 18 months have given me the space and time to save and this week I achieved my goal by buying a new home. Couldn't have done it without you so a huge THANK YOU Sandi

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Aussie House Sitters is a big fan, and corporate supporter of RSPCA Australia, who do extraordinary work 24/7 for pets and other animals nationwide.