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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Pet Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My names Rachel and I am a student at UMass. I have been pet sitting for dogs, cats, birds, turtles, fish, and lizards for about four+ years now! I love animals and would love to lend you a hand
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I am a dog lover with a golden doodle of my own. He's turning three this August and is an absolute love. I have been dog sitting since I was 13 and love all types of dogs. I do take care of cats as well.
Mary K. can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Elizabeth M.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I am an experienced pet sitter who wants to give your pet lots of love and comfort while you're away! While cats and dogs are practically family, I've also had the pleasure of caring for birds, lizards, exotic fish, and a chinchilla! As well as animals still in the infant stage. I assist with feeding, walking, exercise/playtime,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
Hello, I am Kaylee. I love working with all animals and I am currently working on my degree in animal science. I have been a pet owner for years and have experience working with dogs, cats, fish, turtles, guinea pigs, and hamsters. I am willing to work with any other animals as well. I can help with walking, bathing, brushing,...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
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Jill P.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Dog Sitting/ Walking

I can provide dog sitting and walking services in addition to child care! I walk and watch dogs, and am happy to expand on to this app. I am a huge animal lover, and an even bigger dog person. However, I am also happy to watch cats if you happen to have both!
Jill can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Katherine P.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Your Furry Friends Favorite Walker

Hello, my name is Katherine, and I am a Sophomore in town at UMass Amherst. I am on a pre-vet track studying to be a veterinarian. I adore animals and have grown up alongside them all of my life. I recently purchased my own dog, who lives with me at my apartment off-campus. I have experience working for a dog walking/cat sitting...
Katherine can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Haleigh K.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

All Animals Will Be Loved

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Sitting, house sitting, drop in visits, walking, and more. I've owned animals my whole life from dogs, cats, rabbits, and more. I have worked many jobs in dog care and absolutely adore every day I can spend with fur babies!
Haleigh can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Caroline M.


Amherst, MA

$9-15/hr

Part-Time Pet Care

I can provide dog or cat sitting (cat sitting preferred) in your own home. I have taken care of animals since I was young, and am a current cat owner.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Alexanda D.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Furry Friends Caretaker

Hi there! I'm a 23-year-old animal enthusiast with a passion for pet care. Proud owner of a mischievous black cat, I'm always seeking opportunities to extend my love for animals to others. With a flexible schedule and an open heart, I'm ready to be your go-to pet sitter. Let's ensure your furry friends receive the attention and...
Alexanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Darlene M.


Amherst, MA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable Pet Sitter.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, optimistic and positive. I like working with animals because they are such a joy to be around. I'm looking for a job that seeks pet care such as dog walking, caring and playing with cats, feeding pets. I started working with animals when I was a teenager, I volunteered for...
Darlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have provided dog service for of course my own dogs, I have two german Shepard's and a husky, and I feed them, walk them, and of course spend all day playing with them. I have dog sit many of my friends dogs (and even a cat once) while they have been away. I am a college student and I miss caring for my dogs everyday, so I...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Alazia B.


Amherst, MA

$12-18/hr3 yrs exp

I provide pet sitting/drop ins in your own home. I love pets of all sizes and ages. I have cared for many animals throughout my life such as cats, dogs, rodents, fish, etc. Friends and family members have relied on me to care for their pets while they were unable to. I would love to help out others who are looking for care for...
Alazia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Logan B.


Amherst, MA

$15-20/hr

Part-Time Animal Sitter

Hello! I have spent my entire life surrounded by animals! I currently have 6 cats who I love very dearly, but I've also had dogs, parakeets, hermit crabs, etc! If you can name the animal, I've probably had it!
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Emery S.


Amherst, MA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Emery-pet Care

Hi! My name is Emery, while I specialize in child care I have two dogs and previously owned a fish. I have years of experience caring for my own dogs as well as the dogs, fish, and turtles of others. I can do dog walking and sitting, and I am also open to overnight sitting as I have had plenty of experience with that as well....
Emery can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Clare C.


Amherst, MA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Experienced Care Giver Available

I grew up in a family with many pets and as I grew older I became more and more their primary caregivers. We had one dog who I regularly fed and walked and two cats who I fed and cleaned up after. I also would regularly dog sit for neighbors when they went out of town, which mostly consisted of walking, feeding, and keeping...
Clare can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Donna W.


Hatfield, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care Northampton/Hatfield Area

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Will take care of your pet(s) like my own. I have cared for dogs, cats, and donkeys. Responsible, dependable, conscientious, timely. I am a retired UMass Amherst business manager with time to spare and a flexible schedule to meet your needs. Can pet sit in your home for extended getaways and provide other services such as...
Donna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Donna has pet sat and walked Bella for over two years, and that's been a great help to me. Bella loves her "Aunt Donna" and it's clear that's a mutual fondness. Sometimes Bella would instinctively want to return "home" to Donna's, after a walk with me! From walks...

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Kaylyn S.


Sunderland, MA

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Trainer And Highly Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified pet trainer (CPDT-KA, CGC) and have experience as a veterinary technician and kennel manager. I provide pet sitting/daycare/walks/training in the comfort of your own home! I I have experience and love working with cats and dogs of various sizes, temperaments, and health conditions. Giving medications, nail...
Kaylyn can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, boarding & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Kaylyn has been everything that I hoped she would be. She is polite, on time, conscientious, and very in-tune with our dog. We have a difficult pet, but she does not seem to be rattled by him at all. I highly recommend her."

Ann M.

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Julia L.


Leverett, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care/House Sitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am available for overnights, daily check-ins, dog walking, and farm sitting! Experience with dogs, cats, small animals, avians/exotics, horses, and livestock. Send me a message for more information on my availability and additional references. I can provide pet sitting in your home for those days that you need to work late...
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates."

Scott S.

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Shelley S.


New Salem, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Love For Animals

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Who I am: My name is Shelley and I am a 58year-old energetic, happily married woman with two grown children. I have always lived in New Salem. I have two SUVS for inclement weather. I recently lost my job as a medical professional when my wonderful boss moved to Louisiana. What makes me special: I love all pets and all pets seem...
Shelley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Shelley to walk our difficult dog once a week so that he would be used to having someone else in his life for those times that we need to go away. He took to her immediately and looks forward to her visit. She will be house-sitting with our dog for a week...

Ann M.

I love cats, and would have my own if I didn't have to pay my leasing office an extra fee. When I was in high school, my mom and I had three cats. I also cared for a professor's cats for two weeks while in college. I am comfortable cleaning their litter boxes and replenishing their food and water bowls. I also love to play with...
Jennifer can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting

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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Amherst, MA

Donna W.

5.0

Donna is my dog Emmy’s pet sitter. Emmy suffers from separation anxiety and fear of thunder, and Donna is especially considerate of these impediments. I find Donna to be responsible and trustworthy. She truly cares about my pet’s comfort and happiness. I feel at peace leaving Emmy in her care; she...

- Care member

Kaylyn S.

5.0

Kaylyn has been everything that I hoped she would be. She is polite, on time, conscientious, and very in-tune with our dog. We have a difficult pet, but she does not seem to be rattled by him at all. I highly recommend her.

- Ann M.

Julia L.

5.0

Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates.

- Scott S.

Shelley S.

5.0

We hired Shelley to walk our difficult dog once a week so that he would be used to having someone else in his life for those times that we need to go away. He took to her immediately and looks forward to her visit. She will be house-sitting with our dog for a week while we leave the country, and I...

- Ann M.

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