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.
MattiaM
We had been struggling for a long time to find someone who could truly care for our beloved dog, Sharma, who suffers from anxiety. For us, flying with her was no longer an option, and during our last attempt to travel she ended up hurting herself badly, which forced us to return home. After more than six months of searching for someone suitable to look after her for over 20 days, we were ready to give up. And then, as if by magic, Maggie appeared. We often say she was like Mary Poppins, arriving from the skies at the very moment when we had lost all hope. She had just joined the sitter website the day before we were about to stop searching — truly an angel sent our way. What can we say about Maggie? She is everything you could ever hope for in a pet sitter, and more. She takes care of your dog as if it were her own, going above and beyond in every possible way. She sent us almost daily updates full of photos and stories of Sharma’s activities, which gave us so much peace of mind. But the most incredible part is how much Sharma improved under Maggie’s care. Her behavior changed in such a positive way. I used to struggle every single day to give Sharma her medication, but thanks to Maggie’s patience and training, Sharma now takes them as if they were candy. And it wasn’t just our dog who benefitted — we did too. Maggie’s kindness, wisdom, and little tips even helped us improve how we care for Sharma. She truly became an angel in our lives. Maggie, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything you have done for our furry baby and for us. We are endlessly grateful.
Mattia
Dog Boarding
JurateJ
Finding a pet sitter who gives you complete peace of mind is invaluable, and Daniela did just that! She stayed in our house for 10 days, providing exceptional care for our parrot and dog. The process was effortless from start to finish, beginning with a reassuring first meetup. We appreciated her consistent and clear communication, including daily updates that allowed us to truly enjoy our holiday without worry. Our pets were not just looked after; they were genuinely well-loved and cared for. It was particularly wonderful to see how comfortable our dog, who can be quite anxious, was with her. Our parrot, who isn't always easy to look after, was also managed with no problem at all. Both our dog and parrot bonded with her beautifully. She didn't just look after our beloved pets; she also ensured our home was well-maintained. She's absolutely amazing and we're so grateful – I'd give her 10 stars if I could!
Jurate
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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