Gold Coast, QLD

Earn money doing what you love

Become a PetHero sitter on the Gold Coast. Flexible hours, fully insured, and the lowest platform fees in Australia.

Sitters earn$300–$800/week

Takes 5 minutes · No fees to apply

Why sitters choose PetHero

Keep 80–92% of earnings

The lowest platform fees in Australia. Start free, upgrade anytime.

Work when you want

Set your own availability. Accept only bookings that fit your life.

Fully insured

Every booking is covered by our insurance. We handle the risk.

Local Gold Coast community

Join verified sitters in your area. Real support, not a faceless app.

We match you with pets

You don't chase bookings — we send them to you based on your profile.

Build your reputation

Earn reviews, badges, and unlock higher tiers as you grow.

What you'll earn

PetHero sets fair, competitive rates. You keep 80–92% of every booking.

Overnight

$65

/night

Earn $52–$60

Daycare

$55

/day

Earn $44–$51

Home Visit

$45

/hr

Earn $36–$41

Walking

$35

/hr

Earn $28–$32

Hero

Free forever

Keep 80%

$52 per overnight

SuperHero

$9.9/month

Keep 88%

$57 per overnight

Legend

$29.9/month

Keep 92%

$60 per overnight

How to get started

1

Apply in 5 minutes

Tell us about yourself, your experience with pets, and what services you can offer.

2

We review your application

Our team checks every application to ensure quality. We'll get back to you within 1-2 business days.

3

Complete your police check

Once approved, complete a police check ($30) so pet owners know you're verified and trusted.

4

Start earning

Set your availability, get matched with pet owners, and start earning doing what you love.

Why sitters choose PetHero

Lowest fees in AU

Keep 80–92% of every booking. Other platforms take 25%+ — we believe sitters deserve more.

Total flexibility

Set your own hours, accept only the bookings that fit your schedule. Work around uni, your job, or your life.

Common questions

How much can I earn?
Most active sitters earn $300-$800 per week. It depends on the services you offer and your availability. Overnight stays earn the most at $65/night.
What does it cost to join?
The Hero plan is completely free. You'll need to pay $30 for a police check after approval. That's it — no monthly fees to get started.
How quickly can I start?
Applications are reviewed within 1-2 business days. Once approved and your police check clears, you can start accepting bookings immediately.
Do I need experience?
Pet ownership experience is great, but professional experience isn't required. We look for people who genuinely love animals and are reliable.
Am I an employee?
No — you're an independent contractor. You set your own hours, choose which bookings to accept, and manage your own schedule.
What about insurance?
Every booking made through PetHero is covered by our insurance policy. You don't need your own insurance.

Ready to become a PetHero?

Join our Gold Coast community of verified sitters. Apply in 5 minutes, start earning this week.

Police-checked · Fully insured · Gold Coast locals