Holiday Pet Minding by the Hour

See the sights, enjoy a long lunch or head out to dinner. Your pet stays with a police-checked Sitter near where you're staying, for 2 to 8 hours.

  • 2 to 8 hours
  • Police-checked Sitters
  • Drop off at the Sitter's home

You'll see this as Hourly Supervision when you book.

A couple with their dog planning the day over a map beside their caravan at a holiday park

For the places your pet can't come

Holidays with your pet are wonderful, until the best part of the day says no pets.

Grey nomads and caravanners

Doing the big lap with your best mate? Take a day off from dog duty at any stop.

National parks

Many national parks don't allow pets. Enjoy the walk while your pet enjoys a Sitter's home.

Theme parks and cinemas

Rides, shows and movies with the kids, without leaving your pet alone.

Wineries and restaurants

Book the long lunch or dinner for two, and relax knowing your pet has company.

Hotels and holiday parks

Some stays ask you not to leave pets alone. Minding gives you the freedom to head out.

Swimming pools and water parks

Cool off for the afternoon while your pet stays safe and out of the heat of the car.

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell us where and when

    Add where you're staying, your pets and your times. It takes a few minutes.

  2. 2

    Choose your Sitter

    Nearby Sitters are alerted and can apply. Compare their profiles, reviews and prices.

  3. 3

    Drop off and enjoy your day

    Take your pet to the Sitter's home, then collect them when you're back.

On a longer trip? Plan ahead for each stop

Add the towns on your route and see where you can arrange minding before you arrive.

EXAMPLE TRIP

Peace of mind while you're out

Police-checked Sitters

Sitters need a police check to apply for your job, and have access to PetCloud training.

Your location stays private

We only publish your suburb and postcode. The name of your park or hotel stays between you and PetCloud.

Clear pricing

Sitters set their own hourly rate per pet. You'll see the total before you pay.

Secure payment

Pay securely through PetCloud. Funds are held until after your 24hr check.

Common questions

Rules vary, so check with your park first. If your pet can't stay, a local Sitter can look after them at their home for 2 to 8 hours.

Many hotels have their own rules, so ask at check-in. Hourly minding is an option when you'd rather not leave your pet alone.

Check the park's pet rules before you go. If pets aren't allowed, book a Sitter near where you're staying for the day.

Sitters set their own hourly rate per pet, and you'll see the total before you pay.

Yes. Choose Repeat weekly or Repeat every 4 weeks when you book, and confirm and pay for each visit.

Not for this service. You drop off and collect your pet from the Sitter's home.

FOR PARKS, VENUES AND ATTRACTIONS

Guests with pets? Now you have an answer.

Holiday parks, hotels, national parks, theme parks, restaurants, wineries, cinemas and swimming pools can recommend PetCloud when guests ask what to do with their pet.

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Make the most of your holiday

Tell us where you're staying, and Sitters nearby can apply.

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