Meet Local Dog Lovers and Share Care with DogShare
Is your Labrador home alone during the day while you work? Does your Staffie need more walks and companionship? Despite Australia having one of the highest rates of dog ownership in the world, not every dog gets the attention and care they deserve. And not everyone who loves dogs can have one themselves, due to work commitments, property restrictions, or lifestyle challenges.
That’s where DogShare comes in - a safe, community-driven platform connecting dog owners with local dog lovers to provide walks, minding, companionship, and enrichment for dogs across Australia.
Our Story
DogShare began when founder Jessica teamed up with a neighbour to give her family dog, Duke, more walks and social interaction. From this simple idea, DogShare grew into a nationwide platform designed to help dogs and their humans get the support, exercise, and companionship they need.
Our mission is simple:
Connect dog owners with trusted local dog lovers
Ensure dogs receive more walks, playtime, and social interaction
Provide companionship for people who love dogs but can’t own one full-time
Foster strong, supportive local communities of dog enthusiasts
How DogShare Works
Join the Community
Sign up for free and create your DogShare profile. A team member will review your application to ensure all safety criteria are met.
Discover Local Dog Lovers
Once approved, your profile becomes visible to other members in your neighbourhood. You can browse profiles to find people who match your dog’s needs — for walking, minding, or casual companionship.
Connect and Build Trust
Introduce yourself to other dog lovers and start conversations. Forming friendships and trust is key before asking for assistance with your dog.
Share Care
Once trust is established, coordinate walks, day care, or occasional stay-overs. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your dog is happy, exercised, and cared for.
Membership Options
Free Membership – Create a profile and browse local dog lovers.
Premium Membership – Send messages, connect with members, and fully participate in the DogShare community. Pricing is $20 one-off joining fee + $15 per quarter (cancel anytime).
Why Join DogShare?
DogShare isn’t just about dog care — it’s about building connections and supporting your local community. By joining, you:
Give your dog more walks, exercise, and social time
Help other dog lovers enjoy the joy of canine companionship
Become part of a trusted, nationwide network of dog owners and helpers
Ready to get started?
Join DogShare Today and connect with dog lovers in your area.
How Dogshare works
Once you've applied to join Dogshare, a team member will review your profile and ensure our criteria are met. We may need to ask a few more questions before proceeding with your application. Once approved, your profile will be visible on the members-only section of the Dogshare website. You can then log in and discover other dog-lovers in your neighbourhood.
You can introduce yourself to and have conversations with local dog-lovers and hopefully establish some rewarding friendships. Viewing others' profiles let's you know why they signed up to Dogshare, and you can search for people near you who may be able to meet your dog's needs, be it walking, minding or simply companionship from time to time.
Remember not to rush things. It's important to treat each new interaction as a potential friendship first. Forming a bond of trust with another dog-lover takes time, and only once that trust is established can you ask for help with your canine companion.
