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title: "Do I Need To Get A Permit To Become A Pet Sitter?"
description: "As a Pet Sitter or Dog Walker on Mad Paws, it is your responsibility to comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. This includes obtaining any necessary permits or licenses to legally operate as a pet care provider."
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# Do I Need To Get A Permit To Become A Pet Sitter?

As a Pet Sitter or Dog Walker on Mad Paws, it is your responsibility to comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. This includes obtaining any necessary permits or licenses to legally operate as a pet care provider.

Mad Paws is a platform connecting pet sitters with pet owners; and is not an employer. As such, pet sitters are responsible for their own compliance with state and council regulations.


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## **Instructions**


1. Check Local Laws
2. Obtain Necessary Permits
3. Review the Mad Paws’ [Terms of Service](https://www.madpaws.com.au/about/terms/).


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*Relevant Regulations by Australian State & Territory*

* New South Wales: [Pet Sitting Code](http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/animals-and-livestock/animal-welfare/general/welfare-of-dogs/aw-code-5?blk=true)
* Australian Capital Territory: [Legislation](http://www.legislation.act.gov.au/a/1992-45/di.asp)
* Queensland: [Pet Laws](https://www.qld.gov.au/families/government/pets/pages/pet-laws.html)
* Northern Territory: [Animal Welfare Standards](http://www.animalwelfare.nt.gov.au/national_standards_and_guidelines?blk=true)
* Victoria: [Code of Practice for Boarding Establishments](http://agriculture.vic.gov.au/pets/domestic-animal-businesses/boarding-establishments/code-of-practice-for-the-operation-of-boarding-establishments)
* Tasmania: [Animal Welfare Information](http://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/?blk=true)
* South Australia: [Animal Welfare Codes](http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/managing-natural-resources/plants-and-animals/Animal_welfare/Codes_of_practice/Animal_welfare_codes_of_practice?blk=true)
* Western Australia: [Consumer Protection Guide](https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/consumer-protection/house-pet-or-baby-sitting-services)


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## **Related Articles**

* [Mad Paws Terms of Service](https://www.madpaws.com.au/about/terms/)


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## **FAQs & Tips**

**FAQs**

* **Do I need a permit to pet sit from my home?**

  *Yes, depending on your local council laws, you may require a permit to board or care for animals at your home.*

  
* **What happens if I don’t get the necessary permits?**

  *You may face fines or other penalties if found in violation of local laws. It’s important to ensure you are compliant before accepting any bookings.’*


* **Is Mad Paws my employer?**

  *No. Mad Paws is not your employer. Pet Sitters are considered contractors.*