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Jordan - Trusted Cat Sitter
“Best sitter we ever had – total cat lover and immaculately tidy. Lovely person too. Highly recommended. Also sent us lots of photos” – Simon, Alexandria NSW
Naomi - Trusted Pet Sitter
“Naomi was a perfect cat sitter! She obviously loves and knows cats, her responses to all communications were quick and she gave us lovely updates and photos while we were away. We (and our cat) couldn’t have been happier!” – Louise, Bellevue Hill NSW
Natalie - Trusted Dog Sitter
“Our dog Ubuntu clearly had a wonderful time with Nat. We came home to a beautifully clean house and a very happy and relaxed dog. Great pictures sent daily too. Thanks again Nat!” – Sarah, Kirribilli NSW
House Sitting
You know that sinking feeling when you walk into your home after a long trip only to be welcomed by a weird smell, or dead plants, or that stuffy, dusty air that lingers until you open all your windows? That’s the sensation that can await those who skip on House Sitting & Pet Sitting.
You deserve to be able to leave your home without those pesky worries. With Mad Paws, such concerns are now a thing of the past.
At Mad Paws, we’re excited to offer House Sitting services so that your home is safe and sound while you’re away. Your House Sitter will water your plants. They’ll let the breeze in. They’ll even take care of your pets.
And finding the right House Sitter is easy. All you have to do is create a free account on our site, where you can browse the profiles of House Sitting professionals. Not sure if you’ll any House Sitters in your area? Worry not – Mad Paws has House Sitting experts all over Australia. Whether you’re Searching for a Pet Sitter in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, or any other city, you’ll be able to find a great House Minder to take care of your home.
We make sure to thoroughly vet every Sitter profile, and you can also read the reviews of other Home Owners. Once you think you’ve found the right House Sitter, you can schedule a Meet & Greet to discuss your needs. Not a good match? That’s perfectly fine. There’ll be another House Sitting professional waiting to meet you!
Our Customer Success Team is always available to help throughout the entire process. You can also rest easy knowing that our bookings are covered by Mad Paws Accident Cover.
Once you’ve found your Mad Paws House Sitter, all you have to do is pack and enjoy your time away. When you come home, you’ll find your house will be waiting for you, exactly how you left it.
Next time you take a holiday, leave your home in the right hands. Book a House Sitter with Mad Paws!
How Does Mad Paws Work?
In three easy steps
1. Search for Cat Sitters
Find trusted and caring House Sitters offering cat boarding in your neighbourhood
2. Book a Cat Sitter
Meet & Greet your House Sitter and book your first cat minding session
3. Have peace of Mind
You’ll receive regular text and photo updates, free Mad Paws Accident Cover and 7 day customer support
Peace of Mind with Local, Trusted and Covered Pet Sitters
Trusted Community
Verified Pet Sitter profiles, customer reviews and ratings.
Free Mad Paws Accident Cover
All house minding booked through Mad Paws is covered by Mad Paws Accident Cover.
Booking Guarantee
If your Pet Sitter is no longer available, Mad Paws makes sure your pet is cared for by another.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
- What is Mad Paws?
Mad Paws is your #1 go-to Pet Sitting Community online in Australia, where Pet Owners can find trusted, verified, and covered Pet Sitters near their homes. With more than 15,000 trusted Sitters, you can book in any pet-related services such as Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Pet Day Care, or House Visiting. Whether you are going for a few hours or for an extended holiday, Mad Paws wants you to enjoy your break with peace of mind, knowing that your pet is not only safe, but also having fun!
Mad Paws is best explained in this video.
For more information about how to find a Pet Sitter, click here.
Mad Paws also wants to give you the best Customer Experience. If we can ever help, please contact us by email – service@madpaws.com.au.
- What other services does Mad Paws offer?
Unlike traditional Pet Minding services such as kennels and veterinary clinics, we offer a wide and unique range of services. This tailored approach will engage your pet and make them feel as loved and happy as they do at home. The services available through Mad Paws are:
- Pet Sitting– Overnight pet care in the pet’s home. The Pet Sitter can House Sit and Pet Sit at the same time.
- Pet Hosting– Overnight care at the Sitter’s home. This is where your pet goes and stay’s at the Pet Sitter’s abode.
- Doggy Day Care– Daytime care for your pet. This can occur either in the pet’s home or the Pet Sitter’s home.
- Dog Walking– A Pet Sitter comes to your home and walk your dog for you. The length of these Dog Walks are flexible depending on the needs of your pet.
- House Visits – A Pet Sitter comes to your home once or twice a day to check on your pet/s and feed them. They can also spend an hour or two with your pet/s as you require.
- Pet Grooming – Done either at your or the Pet Sitter’s home, a pet expert grooms and beautifies your furry friend.
- Dog Training – A Dog Trainer works with your pooch to hone their skills and address any behavioural issues. Like other services, this can be done either at your or the Pet Sitter’s home.
Service rates will vary in price depending on the age and size of the pet, the number of pets, and the length of the stay. Make sure you read all the information on the Sitter’s profile before making a booking. We also strongly recommend completing a Meet & Greet; it will allow you to discuss the details of the booking as well as meet the Pet Sitter prior to the booking.
To find the perfect Pet Sitter on Mad Paws, simply follow the steps outlined here.
- What’s included in Mad Paws Accident Cover?
At Mad Paws, the safety of our Pet Sitters, Pet Owners, and their pets is of the utmost importance. We want our Pet Sitters to be able to provide a fun and safe service, but not need to foot a veterinary bill in an emergency. This is why we provide Mad Paws Accident Cover, which protects all Pet Sitting services booked in through the Mad Paws website.
The Mad Paws Accident Cover applies for all services booked through madpaws.com.au. This includes:
- Boarding (Pet Sitting or Pet Hosting);
- House Visits;
- Pet Day Care;
- Dog Training;
- Dog Walking;
- Cat Care;
- Bathing;
- Grooming;
Our free Mad Paws Accident Cover applies to any damage or injury to a third party or their property which is due to negligence of the Pet Sitter whilst the pet is under the Pet Sitter’s care. Please note that there is a $350 deductible for any case, and this is payable by the Pet Sitter. Mad Paws Accident Cover is not to be confused with the usual illness cover that most Pet Owners already have for their pets. For full details on our Accident cover, click here.
If you believe that any incident is covered under Mad Paws Accident Cover, you must provide us with written notice of the incident, along with all material documentation available to you evidencing the foregoing (e.g. invoices and veterinary notes from the initial veterinary examination), no later than seven (7) days after the end date that the Pet Services were provided under the relevant Booking.
For property damage we have a specific Damage guideline in place. To read about our Damage guideline, click here. In addition, we also have a helpful article which explains what to do in case of emergencies: Help, there’s an emergency!
Your cat is waiting!
Join Mad Paws today so that your feline friend is never left alone again!