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The typical price for Pet Boarding in Melbourne, Victoria is $40 per night.
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Price in Melbourne, Victoria
Updated October 2026.
- Pet Boarding15 sitters
$40 per night
Typical price
Most sitters charge $16 – $68.
- Day Care22 sitters
$32 per day
Typical price
Most sitters charge $12 – $120.
- Dog Walking59 sitters
$20 per walk
Typical price
Most sitters charge $8 – $48.
- Home visits57 sitters
$24 per visit
Typical price
Most sitters charge $8 – $64.
- Day and night care63 sitters
$40 per night
Typical price
Most sitters charge $8 – $160.
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How to book a pet sitter in Melbourne, Victoria
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Send a message (it's free)
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Arrange a meeting or call
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Book only if everything feels right
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- Bookings paid on Sittsy include the Sittsy Guarantee: help with costs such as vet care or damage, up to $35,000, on the conditions shown in the app.
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- Sitters with the ID Verified badge have verified their identity with Sittsy.
- Pay in the app
- When you pay in the app, the sitter is paid after the booking ends.
Frequently asked questions
Pet Boarding in Melbourne, Victoria: what are the prices?
Typical prices on Sittsy in Melbourne, Victoria: Pet Boarding: $40 per night, $280 per week for 7 nights, $1,200 per month for 30 nights. Each sitter sets their own price.
How many pet sitters are there in Melbourne, Victoria?
76 sitters in Melbourne, Victoria offer pet care on Sittsy: Pet Boarding: 15, Day Care: 22, Dog Walking: 59, Home visits: 57 and Day and night care: 63.
How long can my pet be boarded?
Pets can be boarded for any length of time, from a single overnight stay to several weeks. Our sitters are flexible and can accommodate both short trips and extended vacations.
What should I bring for my pet's boarding stay?
Bring your pet's regular food, any medications, their favorite toys or blanket, and their vaccination records. Familiar items help pets feel more comfortable in a new environment.
When am I charged?
If you pay by card, the amount is held when you book and charged about 3 days later. PayPal and some local payment methods are charged right away. The checkout screen shows which applies before you pay.
What if I need to cancel?
Every booking has a free cancellation deadline, shown at checkout and in the booking details. If you cancel in the app before it, you can get your payment back or have it added to your Sittsy balance. After the deadline, the payment is not refunded.
What if the sitter cancels?
Sitters can cancel a confirmed booking only in an emergency. If a booking is cancelled because of the sitter, you get a full refund for the care that was not provided, including the Sittsy service fee.
What if something goes wrong during a booking?
Report it in the app or at support@sittsy.com before the sitter is paid, which is normally 24 hours after the booking ends. If the sitter did not provide the care as agreed, Sittsy can refund you in full or in part.
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