HomePaws connects pet owners with trusted local pet sitters

At HomePaws, we understand the deep bond between you and your pet, which is why we treat pet sitting with the utmost care and seriousness. Our dedicated Pet Sitters are thoroughly vetted through a comprehensive approval process to ensure your beloved family member receives the highest level of care while you’re away.

At Home Paws, we understand that every pet is special and deserves personalized care while you're away. That's why we take great pride in our team of experienced and compassionate Pet Sitters, who are dedicated to ensuring your furry friend's comfort and happiness. We’re not just about keeping pets safe; we believe in providing an enriching experience that feels just like a staycation for your beloved companion.

When you choose Home Paws, you can rest assured that your pet will be treated as part of the family. Our approved and verified Pet Sitters are not only skilled in pet care, but they are also true animal lovers who enjoy spending quality time with their furry clients. Whether it's playing games, going for walks, or simply cuddling on the couch, you can trust that your pet’s needs will be met with love and attention.

Our services are designed with both pets and their owners in mind. For those pets who thrive in their own environment, we offer Pet House Sitting, where a dedicated Pet Minder can stay at your home, keeping your cat or small pet content while maintaining their routine. This way, your pet can relax in familiar surroundings without any stress.

With Home Paws, you'll find that exceptional care for your pets doesn't have to come at a high price. Let us give your furry friends the loving care they deserve while you enjoy peace of mind knowing they're in good hands.

Once you have identified a suitable Pet Sitting candidate through HomePaws, you can schedule a Meet & Greet. This meeting provides an opportunity to meet your prospective Pet Minder in person, allowing you to assess their compatibility with your pet. Equally important, your pet will have the opportunity to "interview" the individual who may be responsible for their care. If you still have reservations, consider arranging an overnight trial stay for your pet with the selected Pet Sitter. After the Meet & Greet, should you find that the Pet Sitter is a suitable fit for your beloved pet, you may proceed to schedule the dates. Upon completion of the service, payment should be made directly to the Pet Minder.

Pet Sitting is a service provided by a pet care professional who looks after your dog, cat, puppy, bird, or other pets. This service can take place either at the pet owner's residence or at the sitter's home, depending on the owner's preferences. In the case of the former, pet sitters may also offer house sitting services, ensuring both the home and the pet are well cared for. The duration of pet sitting can vary according to the needs of the pet owner, ranging from overnight stays to extended periods lasting several months. This service is sometimes referred to as Dog Boarding, Cat Boarding, or Pet Boarding. If you are in search of a pet sitter, you can conveniently find pet care professionals in your area through the directory offered by HomePaws.

Pet Sitting prices can vary between Pet Sitters. Each Pet Sitter sets their own fees. For the Pet Sitting option that meets your budget, browse the list of Pet Sitters in your area.

If your membership application is not approved, we will issue a full refund. No fees will be charged in the event of a denied application.

Yes — HomePaws is an Australian-owned family business, based on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. Unlike global platforms such as Rover (US-headquartered) or Pawshake (Belgian-owned), HomePaws was built specifically for the local Australian market, with a focus on the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne Bayside communities. Every sitter on the platform is local to these areas, and the HomePaws team is available Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm for direct support. In addition to the pet sitting marketplace, HomePaws operates an online pet store stocking products sourced exclusively from small Australian businesses — including Ziippup dog leads and collars, DOGUE grooming products, and Louis and Phoebe accessories. This combination of a local Australian marketplace and a curated small-business pet store is not offered by any of the major international platforms. For pet owners who want to keep their spending within the Australian small-business ecosystem — both when booking pet care and when buying pet products — HomePaws provides both in one place. Browse sitters or the store at homepaws.com.au.

Yes — HomePaws offers Pet Overnight Sitting, where a trusted local sitter stays in your home overnight while you are away, rather than your pet going to a different location. This is particularly suited to pets who are more settled in their own environment, cats who prefer familiar surroundings, dogs with separation anxiety, or multiple-pet households where moving all animals to a single sitter's home is impractical. With the sitter staying in your home, your pet maintains its normal feeding schedule, sleeping routine, and access to its usual spaces — while the home is also looked after and not left empty. HomePaws sitters on the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne Bayside area set their own overnight rates, which vary by sitter and the specific care requirements involved. A Meet and Greet with the sitter is arranged before confirming an overnight booking to ensure the match is right for both the pet and the owner. To find a local sitter offering overnight home sitting, browse the HomePaws platform at homepaws.com.au or contact the team Monday to Friday, 10am to 8pm.