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60 cat sitters are listed in Dedham, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years
Cat sitters in Dedham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs. I have stayed with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets.
I am an energetic undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting your pets!
Please feel free to contact me to discuss...
Marta can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented, warm, and responsible. I will absolutely contact her again for pet-care and after I have my baby in a few months for childcare,...
Sara T.
Jane H.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have owned and cared for animals for more than 30 years. I am reliable, flexible, and willing to help care for your dogs and cats. I walk, feed, bathe and overnight sit with dogs. I have experience with aging dogs as well as anxious dogs and understand how challenging it can be to care for animals who need extra care when...
Jane can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jane truly loves animals; she has been helping out with our pets for many years and I have found her to be reliable, kind, and trustworthy. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been around pets my whole life and I love them all! We've always had dogs but we've also had parakeets, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, and a rabbit! I've also been around cats through family and friends but unfortunately haven't had my own due to my mom's allergies and landlord restrictions.
Since age 14 friends/ family...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey watched our dog Toby for us while we went away on vacation and I am so glad we found her! She did an excellent job and was very reliable. She kept in communication with us throughout the vacation and gave us updates which we had asked for. We came home to a...
Jill B.
Mea S.
Norwood, MA
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Mea! I absolutely love animals, I have two dog fur baby's of my own, and cat sit all the time for friends and family. I have cared for fish, cats, dogs, and reptiles and have loved every one of them!
Mea can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 2020 Duke graduate and now a rising 4th year medical student at Boston University. I'm looking for flexible, intermittent work to help pay for school expenses.
I'm the daughter of a veterinarian and spent my entire life before college caring for animals in my father's clinic. I love every animal, although I especially...
Noelle can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of Bryn Mawr College and I am working at the Columbia University Medical Center. I have grown up with cats in my household and miss having pets a lot! I am also very comfortable with dogs. I love animals and would love to provide care to yours while you're away!
Jade can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
(10)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
My name is Viviane. I grew up in Quincy, have 2 dogs of my own, and have been taking care of other pets since 2018.
I wanted to gain pet experience so I started volunteering at the Quincy Animal Shelter as a cat care assistant. I wanted more opportunities to help my community and learn more about pets, so I started...
Viviane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Viviane is a delightful person and clearly loves animals! We were very happy to have her take care of our cats for us. She was very thorough and attentive, and took several pictures for us (we were impressed as the cats tend to hide a lot!). We would absolutely...
Megan P.
Jacquelyn J.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Jackie and I have a lifetime of experience with a wide range of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, iguanas, rabbits, and hamsters. I'd be happy to pet sit and/or take your pet for walks. I have experience administering oral medications to dogs, cats, and lizards.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for several families who have pets that I care for daily as well as when they are away. I had my own large breed dog for 12 years and also grew up with dogs and cats!
I have cared for many kitties and doggies throughout the Boston and south shore area.
5.0
"Ty was taking care of my elder cat for an extended period and she was really happy with her. She would text me and send me a photo every day. She also stuck around despite my grumpy cat's bad behavior and did an extra visit last moment when I realize I have...
Teodora T.
5.0
(2)
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I have two cats and two dogs and am a lover of animals. I used to pet sit occasionally for our neighbors when they were on vacation. My cousin, who I often visited in Texas, was a dog sitter for a company. I often got to tag along with her and pet sit for some of the most perfect dogs...
Amber can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Amber is kind & compassionate young lady. She makes everyone feel right at home. My boyfriends dog does not like anyone & the first time amber met him he fell in love."
Beth F.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
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...
Brianna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Brianna was great! We worked things out over phone/text/email as needed and she stopped by my place every other day to make sure my cats were fed, their litter box cleaned and they were cared for while I was on vacation. She sent pictures each visit! The idea of...
Candice M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Angela can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"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 the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
5.0
(1)
I love all animals and love to care for them. I grew up with 2 dogs, 4 cats, chickens, ducks, etc. (the list goes on).
I provide dog walking and pet sitting, and have experience working for a dog walking company for 4+ years.
Dylan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I had the privilege of meeting Dylan while conducting an interoffice intervention for a group that Dylan just had started with. The characteristics of Dylan that attracted my attention when I met him make it easy for me to give him an endorsement. Dylan brings...
Amanda P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah S.
Natick, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have worked with dogs, cats, and chickens.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We have hired Sarah for extended stays multiple times to care for our cats. She is highly responsible, trustworthy, respectful, caring and attentive. She is diligent to follow the instructions we leave about feeding and caring for our cats needs. She sends us...
Helida J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dalylla, I live in Natick, and I am 25 years old. I grow up with animals and I love being around them. I am a pet lover and do have one dog myself a Shih Tzu named Bella. I am very playful and kind. I can take care of your pet at your house when you are on vacation, bring them on a daily walk, and play with...
Dalylla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Dalylla to take care of our 90lb Labrador retriever while our family was away at a wedding. Not only was she so quick to respond, punctual and professional to speak with, she kept us updated while away with texts and photos each time she took care of our...
Erica T.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Nathan :) newly into pet/house-sitting, and super excited to earn more experience. Most recent experience was 8 weeks cat/house-sitting.
Nathan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Nathan did aa wonderful job taking care of my cat and tending to the care of my home while I was away. I was so impressed with the amount of attention to detail Nathan consistently demonstrated in following the schedule for my pet and household operations. I would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have plenty of experience pet sitting for family friends while they are out of town. I have watched both dogs and cats.
I am trustworthy, responsible, and love pets. In fact, I have two dogs of my own.
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Maxie G.
South Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to South Boston June 1st. I do have a full time job in Healthcare, from 9-4 in Wilmington MA. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I grew up with a long haired black cat and a fox hound dog! I live right across from Carson beach in South Boston, which is perfect for dog walking. I have done many dog/house...
Maxie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Maxie has watched our dog, Archie (Great Pyrenees mix) multiple times and Archie loves her so much! It gives us such comfort going out of town knowing that our boy is well taken care of. She sends updates and loves on him the way we would want anyone staying with...
Brittany C.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Dedham, MA
Marta S.
5.0
I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented, warm, and responsible. I will absolutely contact her again for pet-care and after I have my baby in a few months for childcare, too!
- Sara T.
Jane H.
5.0
Jane was fantastic. She took wonderful care of my pets and sent regular updates and pictures. She was amazing.
- Care member
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey watched our dog Toby for us while we went away on vacation and I am so glad we found her! She did an excellent job and was very reliable. She kept in communication with us throughout the vacation and gave us updates which we had asked for. We came home to a very happy puppy and a clean house!...
- Jill B.
Viviane C.
5.0
Can not say enough positive things about Viviane! This was the first time I left my cats with someone other than family or close friend and was nervous but immediately she put me at ease! I got daily updates with pictures and knew my cats were well cared for! Would hire her again in a heartbeat (and...
- Kathleen C.
Jacquelyn J.
5.0
I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We found Jacquelyn through Care.com and...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Dedham, MA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Dedham, MA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Dedham, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $17.38 per hour as of May, 2024. 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.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Dedham, MA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Dedham, 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 Dedham, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Dedham, MA?
The best cat sitters near you in Dedham, 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.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Dedham, MA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Dedham, 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.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Dedham, MA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Dedham, 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.
Ratings for Dedham, MA cat sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Cat Sitters in Dedham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters.