Australia Dog Walking and Pet Sitting

Walking your dog is about the best thing you can do for your dog. Do it at least once a day, and apart from improving your own fitness, your dog will get to know you and your preferences a lot better. He'll get to know his own neighbourhood, your favourite paths, how close you want him to walk, and which people you like.

Many Australian councils have designated areas where dogs can play off-leash during specified times. Check (online) at your council's website to find when and where. It is a great opportunity for your dog to get exercise and socialise.

Dog walking businesses have boomed in Australia in recent years, as people hire others to do a daily walk, or even to supplement the walks you do give, for active dogs.

Businesses offering Dog Walking and Pet Sitting are excellent for when you go away on holidays. This service is good for dogs that get stressed in strange environments. A carer will come to your house, feed, water and exercise your dog, and ideally also check the mail, water plants, take the garbage out and check on security.

Leave contact details, and those of your vet, and warn your neighbours that a stranger will be coming to care for your dog.

Pet Minders are families that will care for your dog in their home while you are away, for dogs that are used to a lot of personal attention.

Pet Sitters are people who will care for your dog in your home while you are away. Kind of like a babysitter.

Worldwide Pet Sitting Directory is an interactive site matching pet owners and pet sitters worldwide.