TrustedHousesitters

TrustedHousesitters

The House & Pet Sitting App

16K ratings
800 reviews
Free

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Released
August 4, 2018
Updated
October 12, 2026

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Connect with verified pet sitters for in-home care while you travel, or explore global travel opportunities by offering pet sitting services. This platform facilitates a unique exchange where pet care is swapped for accommodation, fostering trust and a love for animals.

✓Global pet sitting opportunities
✓In-home pet care
✓Accommodation in return for sitting
✓Verified sitters
✓Unlimited access to pet care
✓24/7 Vet Advice Line
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What users say about TrustedHousesitters

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What's New in TrustedHousesitters

3.42.0

October 12, 2026

This update includes minor bug fixes and improvements for a better overall experience

User reviews

Overcharging us

Overcharging us and continuing to do so? We've been sitters on trusted for 3 years and have only done a handful of sits with them. We signed up in Australia on their basic sitter plan at 129 USD / year, which is wildly more expensive than Aussie Housesitters where we get 10 x more sits each year. But we paid it, and I just looked at their website and was shocked to see the price is actually $109 AUD in incognito (not signed in), and changes for me to $129 USD (a $80 difference) when I'm signed in. They've been overcharging me, a returning user, for who knows how long. The support has just offered me 20% off and my renewal cost STILL states $129 USD, which means even with this 'discount' the membership is still more than it would be if I signed up as a new user. We've only gotten amazing feedback from owners and really enjoy housesitting but this is so wrong and will drive us off the platform. I would recommend Aussie Housesitters for any prospective sitters and owners, the cost is more fair for everyone involved - plus sitters have more choice of sits and owners have more choice of sitters.
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Best House sit site

Excellent communication and organisation. Great service.

Scam

Complete waste of money. SCAM!
They took $110 and I never got a single house sit! Plus they now charge an Extra $18 if you do get accepted. They wouldn’t give me a refund after I asked so many times about the money back guarantee. Terrible service and con artists.

My favorite

This has been the best app for me. It’s allowed me to travel to areas and stay. Everyone who has vetted me and or vice versa has been a perfect match. I have loved their home, their pets and hospitality. I’m ever so grateful. It is part of my lifestyle.

A perfect life balance

I have been house sitting since retiring and it has been wonderful. The experience would not have been possible without the THS site. The amateur status of the agreement to sit is a perfect balance of formality and pragmatism. Both parties profit greatly from the agreement without any need for this to become financial. Financials would bring in parties with completely different motivations.

We thoroughly recommend THS to anyone that shows an interest in the lifestyle and approach. We hand out our own name cards which explain how to get into the THS site and how to invite us to a sit. These have proven very valuable.

Thank you for everything you do for us

Regards Phil and Sarah
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App crashes and freezes frequently

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Inconsistent behavior across platforms

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Unreliable push notifications

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Issues with profile and account management

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Inaccurate search results

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to filter by pet type and number

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Improved search functionality and filters

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Better communication with homeowners

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Refund option for unused membership

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Multilingual support

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FAQ

What does the TrustedHousesitters app do?

The app connects pet owners with verified sitters who provide in-home pet care in exchange for a place to stay during their travels. Pet owners can find sitters for their cats, dogs, and other pets, ensuring peace of mind while they are away. Sitters can discover global opportunities to care for pets and explore new locations.

How does the pet sitting exchange work without money?

The core principle is trust and a swap of services. Pet owners offer their home and the company of their pets as accommodation for sitters. In return, sitters provide loving care for the pets. This model ensures that sitters are motivated by a genuine passion for animals, not just financial gain.

What are the costs associated with using TrustedHousesitters?

While no money changes hands between pet owners and sitters for the service itself, both parties need to choose a membership plan to gain access to the platform's features. These plans offer a year of unlimited access to arrange house sits or find sitters.

What kind of pets can be cared for through the app?

The app facilitates care for a wide variety of pets, including cats and dogs. Users can find sitters experienced with different types of animals, and the platform mentions opportunities for sitting with animals like alpacas and goldfish, indicating a broad scope of pet care.

What benefits do pet owners receive?

Pet owners benefit from having their pets cared for in their own familiar environment, which is generally less stressful for animals. They gain peace of mind knowing their pets are looked after by verified and experienced sitters. Additional benefits include a 24/7 vet advice line and a home and contents plan for added security.