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Pet Sitters Rolleston, Canterbury (Contact for Free)

Including home visitors (who check on your pets), pet daycare, pet boarding, and dog walkers. See our Pay Rates.


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Harukieita
Christchurch, Canterbury

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Member since: Jul 2025

Teen Pet and baby Sitter in Christchurch

Hi! I’m a 16‑year‑old Japanese high school student currently living in Christchurch on a student visa. I love both animals and children, and I’m happy to help with pet care or babysitting.

I’ve passed the Eiken English test and have experience helping with pets and younger kids in my family.

Since I don’t have a NZ bank account yet, I kindly ask for cash payment if possible.

Dog sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Daily exercise for your dog
  • Care for senior dogs

Dog walking $13 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Taking kids on outings
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I’m a 16‑year‑old high school student from Japan, currently studying in Christchurch. I’ve passed the Eiken English proficiency test and have experience helping family members with pet care and basic house chores. I’m very responsible, careful, and eager to learn. While I haven’t had formal training, I’m happy to follow instructions carefully and do a trial if needed.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Foreign languages

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Harriet Thompson-Limb
Christchurch, Canterbury

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Member since: Jul 2025

Pet sitting $22 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking $22 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Parent helper $24/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 6 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Police check
    • Drivers' license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have a few years baby sitting experience. I’ve also had a pet rescue dog for around 9 years! I am an exchange student from the UK studying at UC for a year!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Aisling Kiy
Christchurch, Canterbury

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Member since: Aug 2025

Your dogs new best friend! ~ Reliable and trustworthy :)

I have recently moved to Christchurch and miss my dogs back home in Ireland very much so would love to care for yours! I grew up with a dog my whole life and can’t imagine life without them! I adore dogs and think that they’re the best companions and so would do my best to care for yours. 
I have previous experience in dog walking/sitting for other people which I did a number of times back home. I also have personal experience with my own dogs, one of which I cared for from when he was a puppy to when he was very old.My family has also had the addition of two new pups and so I'm well aware of all the energy and care that is needed for them!
If you need your dog walked, checked on during the day or even just some play time and belly rubs I would love to help out!

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 20 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 24 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Drawing/painting
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Aisling For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Jessica Wedgwood
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Jessica For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Sarah Clark
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Parent helper, Nanny

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Sarah For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Chloe Mcdonald
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Nanny, Au pair

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Chloe For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Madacin Archbold
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Babysitter, Nanny

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Madacin For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Kaffe Cez
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Kaffe For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Róisín Lanigan
Christchurch, Canterbury

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2025

Dog sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Christchurch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Róisín For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Ellen Thompson

Ellen Thompson
Christchurch, Canterbury

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Member since: Oct 2023

Welcome message:

Hey there I’m Ell and I have over 6 years of childcare experience behind me. Whilst I’m university where I attained a bachelors of communication majoring in journalism, I also worked as a part time nanny for a family for over two years. Then after this I remained a causal babysitter before working as a full time nanny in Auckland under the agency called Dream. This role involved me taking some care after a 1 year old and 4 year old.

Other experience includes dance teaching for 2 years and swim school teaching too.

Pet sitting $33 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $33/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing nappies
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Christchurch for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • 5 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers' license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Previous full time nanny for dream nannying agency in Auckland New Zealand.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Ellen For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

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Pet Sitting Pay Rates Rolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand (Updated 21 Sep 2025)

Rolleston pet sitters are paid an average of $22.63 per hour as of September 2025, which is 4% higher than the Canterbury average of $21.75, and 9.6% higher than the New Zealand average of $20.65. A fair pay rate depends on pet sitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for pet sitting services in Rolleston.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Rolleston $22.63
Canterbury $21.75
New Zealand $20.65

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data. Prices are shown in New Zealand dollars (NZD). If you republish our rates please credit kidsit.com 😊



Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a pet sitter to ensure your furry family members are safe, happy, and cared for while you’re away.

1. Check Experience

Ask how long they’ve been pet sitting and what types of pets they’ve cared for. Experience with your specific type or breed is a big plus.

2. Verify Credentials

Look for pet CPR/first aid certification, pet care training, or memberships in professional pet-sitting associations.

3. Ask for References

Speak with past clients to confirm reliability, trustworthiness, and quality of care.

4. Meet in Person

Schedule a meet-and-greet to see how your pet reacts to the sitter and ensure a comfortable connection.

5. Discuss Duties Clearly

Define whether they’ll walk, feed, administer medication, groom, or provide other services. Be specific about expectations.

6. Check Availability

Ensure the sitter can meet your schedule, including holidays, weekends, or overnight needs.

7. Understand Rates & Payment

Clarify fees, overtime charges, and any additional costs (like travel, supplies, or emergency care).

8. Review Emergency Plans

Ask how they handle medical issues, accidents, or other emergencies, including access to your vet.

9. Communication Style

Confirm how often and in what form they’ll provide updates—texts, photos, or reports.

10. Start with a Trial

Consider a short test visit or day before leaving for an extended period to see how your pet responds and assess the sitter’s reliability.


Pet Sitter Interview Questions

Here’s a comprehensive list of interview questions to ask a pet sitter candidate to ensure your pets are safe, happy, and well cared for.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been a pet sitter?
  • What types of pets have you cared for (dogs, cats, exotics, etc.)?
  • Have you ever cared for pets with special needs, medical conditions, or behavioral issues?
  • How many pets do you usually care for at one time?

Daily Care & Duties

  • What tasks are you comfortable performing (feeding, walking, administering medication, grooming)?
  • How do you structure a typical day for pets in your care?
  • Are you comfortable giving multiple pets individual attention if needed?
  • How do you handle exercise and playtime for high-energy pets?

Health & Safety

  • Are you certified in pet CPR or first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency or injury?
  • How do you prevent accidents during walks, playtime, or interactions with other pets?
  • Are you comfortable administering medications or special treatments?

Communication

  • How do you usually update owners while pet sitting (texts, photos, videos)?
  • How do you handle special requests or instructions from owners?
  • Are you available for immediate contact in case of emergencies?

Rates & Policies

  • What is your standard rate, and do you charge extra for holidays or overnight stays?
  • Do you have a cancellation or refund policy?
  • Are there additional fees for administering medication, multiple pets, or travel?
  • Do you offer trial visits before committing to long-term or recurring care?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about pet sitting?
  • How do you handle pets that are shy, anxious, or aggressive?
  • Why do you think you would be a good fit for my pet(s) and our household?