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Nisha D.

Your Loyal Hireable Pet Caregiver

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
-HAS CAR -OPEN TO BOARDING -EXPERIENCE WITH ADMINISTERING MEDICATION -FULLY VACCINATED My name is Nisha. I am a 22-year-old Boston University Grad Student. A little bit more about myself, I'm a local resident in the Allston/Brighton area. I have my own vehicle & willing to travel. I have a clean driving record and have no...

Lora P. says "Nisha cared for our very nervous 13 year old dog Henry in our hotel in Boston during Christmas Eve & day. Each day, she arrived on time and sent us picture...

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Dog/Cat Sitting And/or Walking

Allston, MA

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$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I adore dogs and cats and have been taking care of them with my family almost my whole life. Now that I'm in college in Boston and live in an apartment I can't have pets, so I would love to help out with someone else's!
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Part-Time Dog Or Cat Sitter Available!

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Having had many pets of my own growing up (dogs in childhood and currently have two cats), I have grown to love animals and know many of the responsibilities associated with pet care. I enjoy the outdoors and love dog-walking and will be willing to host if needed! I am currently a research assistant in a neuroscience lab at MIT...
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Dog/Cat Sitter For Surrounding Areas

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an experienced pet sitter who has supervised cats and dogs for many years. I am comfortable providing food, grooming, administering meds, taking pets for excessive and providing companionship. I have 2 dogs of my own who I love very much at my parents house so I know how much they mean to their owners!! I can provide many...
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Pet Sitter And Animal Lover

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have had cats and dogs in the past, and have dog-sat and babysat. I am a huge lover of all animals. I don't have any professional experience but I am responsible, caring and have my own transportation! I can do longer-term dog sitting in my own home or can come to yours for cats or other small animals. I can walk your dog (or...
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Catherine B.'s Photo

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I love animals, and I am very interested in animal rights. I have owned dogs, cats, hamsters and fish. I pet-sit for my friends frequently.
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Sally F.'s Photo

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
Creating a positive and nurturing environment for your furry family members is my passion. With two years of experience providing pet sitting and boarding services, I prioritize each pet's comfort and happiness, treating them as if they were my own. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and maintain a clean, secure environment....
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Emma K.'s Photo

Allston, MA

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have lots of experience with taking care of animals, majority of the time has been with cats. I have spent a couple of months house/cat/dog sitting for a family and I am very responsible when it comes to dog walking, feeding schedules, activities, cuddling, and more.
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Pet-sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I started to take care of cats and dogs when I was 6 years old. As a child, I was very interested in all types of animals, so I have had as a pet: fish, lizards, parrots, hamsters, and turtles. No snakes, though:) I have almost five years of a cat-sitter experience.

Care Member says "Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very best care of...

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Fun And Friendly Sitter That Loves Animals!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Sarah and I recently graduated with my masters from BU and am still living in the area. I have a huge passion for all animals and would love to help out in my community. I grew up with dogs my whole life and have a cat of my own named Stella! I have 3 years of experience pet sitting both dogs and cats and I can...

Ariana A. says "Sarah took care of our rambunctious Bernedoodle for 2 nights while we attended a wedding. When we came home she was happy and the house was in perfect...

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Pet Sitter Available!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have many years experience dog sitting and dog walking. I love dogs of all breeds, I have 2 dogs myself (both giant german shepards), but I love small dogs just as much. I have 5+ years of dog sitting, dog walking, and taking care of other animals such as fish, cats, and rodents. I would absolutely LOVE the chance to help...
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Caring Pet Caregiver

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
I have been a pet lover my entire life and have personally owned a variety of pets. Additionally I've professionally cared for dogs, cats, various kinds of birds, fish, geckos, frogs, bunnies, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, chameleons, gerbils, axolotls, mice, hamsters, rats, ferrets, chinchillas, snakes, degus and turtles. I...

Rach S. says "Great with our dog and super great communicator."

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Pet Care

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been a dog walker for 5 yrs now of 2 labradoodles. I have also cared for cats and administered medications to them. I am also willing to learn to care for other animals too, They keep me active and I also house sit for them too. I can do overnights and if needed with advanced notice I maybe able to bring them to my home....

Leslie B. says "We had two large dogs that needed to be walked together and she had no problems handling them both. They loved their time with Merri-anne."

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Passionate And Devoted Animal Lover (Insured)

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Brianna. I have been caring for dogs, cats, and other animals for nine years now. I have never come across an animal that I wasn't able to form a strong, trusting bond with! I have had a lifelong passion for animals. I started out by volunteering at an animal rescue walking dogs. After, I went on to...

Care Member says "We hired Brianna to walk our new puppy Violet. Violet took right to her! Brianna was really sweet and patient with her. We also hired her to puppy sit...

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Angela I.'s Photo

Friendly Responsible Pet Sitter

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a friendly and enthusiastic person and have a lot of experience working with animals. My duties usually involve walking, feeding and overnight sitting. I have three years of experience in pet care, and my aim is always to deliver quality care and adore your pet as much as you do! Although I'm comfortable helping you take...

Nicholas C. says "Angela has been walking my lab Mac as needed for a few years now. She's very dependable and loves Mac, and he is always very excited to see her too! I...

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About Me

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...

Alysia M. says "Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."

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Kayleen H.'s Photo

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.

Bijit K. says "Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is...

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Shannon M.'s Photo

Pet Sitter Available For Daily Walks And Last Minute Needs.

Winthrop, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2020 with degree in Public Health. I have multiple years of experience with dogs, cats, etc. I love animals and I have two dogs of my own. With that being said, I understand how important it is to have your pet in the care of good hands,...

Linden M. says "Shannon was such an amazing caretaker of my cat, Luna! I'll definitely be using her services in the future."

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Lesley F.'s Photo

Fun Pet Sitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...

Jessica H. says "Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat...

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Sophia R.'s Photo

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...

Jena P. says "Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had...

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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.75/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated cat sitters is 5.0

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Allston, MA

Cat Sitters in Allston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

Nisha D.

Nisha cared for our very nervous 13 year old dog Henry in our hotel in Boston during Christmas Eve & day. Each day, she arrived on time and...

- Lora P.

Yulia G.

Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very...

- Care member

Sarah L.

Sarah took care of our rambunctious Bernedoodle for 2 nights while we attended a wedding. When we came home she was happy and the house was...

- Ariana A.

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Allston, MA

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Allston, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $15.75 per hour as of January, 2026. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Allston, MA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 8 cat sitters in Allston, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Allston, MA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Allston, MA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Allston, MA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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