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Latisha M.

Dog & Cat Mom

Mattapan, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My love for animals & my desire to provide the best possible care for them is unmatched. I'm a responsible pet sitter with a side of fun, too! I can make most shy animals feel comfortable within minutes of meeting them. I'm a patient caregiver, and I'm always happy to adapt to your pet's individual needs. I offer a range...
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Saleia W.

Pet Care

Mattapan, MA

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello, My name is Saleia and I LOVE animals. I have a been volunteering at the dog/ cat shelter since the age of 18! I have always loved dogs and cats since a young child. I have dog sitter many times and enjoy showing one on one attention and getting to bond with them. Animals are more than pets they are family, and I'm...
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Orly E.

Dedicated Pet/House Sitter And Animal Lover

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Orly, I am an experienced pet and house sitter from Cleveland, OH. I have been working with animals for several years with great references. While I've mainly worked with dogs and cats, I'm a quick study and am always open to learning more about all types of animals.

Erin S. says "Orly has watched our animals several times and we couldn't ask for a better sitter. She's easy to communicate with and we always come back to happy, well...

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Oksana S.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grooming
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I'm an experience sitter with 10 and plus years of experience. I love animals. I have a cat on my own. Can also perform baths and light grooming.

Teodora T. says "Oksana has been taking care of my senior cat over the last few months, when I travel. She is amazing! She bonded with my cat right away and take great...

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Maria V.

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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Emily R.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have always grown up with dogs and cats running around our farmhouse in the Poconos, Pa. I love dogs and wish I had the time to have one but that is why sitting dogs is perfect! I am a college student athlete studying elementary education. I am honest, caring, and full of energy! I am flexible with my schedule for I have...
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Deidra L.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I love pets, and have a border collie of my own that just turned 2 years old (living in Seattle while I finish up grad school in Boston). I have lived with cats for the past 5 years, and have a special connection to all animals. I have over 2 years of paid pet sitting experience, and am currently employed as a daily dog...

Care Member says "Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion...

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Merri-anne S.

Pet Care

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Patricia E.

Pet Sitter

North Weymouth, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
Hi , I am a lifelong homeowner in Weymouth. I have participated in local and national humane societies. I have volunteered at the Quincy Animal Shelter, Scituate animal shelter, and Hull seaside shelter fostering and socializing feral kittens which is very rewarding work. I currently have two cats and a little rescue dog . I...

Scott B. says "Could Patricia provide cat training services? I have a cat with a feral background that needs some socialization / training."

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Julia L.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Julia. I would love to help you take care of your pets. I'm head over heels with dogs and cats of any breed, age or size. I have been a dog walker/sitter in the Boston area for about 6 years now. I started out with walking apps, and then spent about 3 years collectively working for dog walking companies and...

Kaitlin S. says "I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how...

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Kaitlyn L.

Pet And House Sitter

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello!! Thank you for your time and consideration! I have taken care of a variety of animals from reptiles and birds to cats and dogs to horses and llamas. I grew up with dogs and cats and have been caring for animals independently for over 12 years! I love all animals of all sizes and am always happy to learn new things. I...
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Nisha D.

Your Loyal Hireable Pet Caregiver

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
-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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Kayleen H.

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Lesley F.

Fun Pet Sitter Available!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
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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Angela I.

Friendly Responsible Pet Sitter

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Cathy F.

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals and have been a distributor for holistic pet food for 15+years. I have been a dog walker off and on for the past 12+years. I have been a pet sitter for my neighbor for the last 16 years. I take care of their cats when they go on vacation every June for a week. They have at...

Maria S. says "Cathy has been responsible for my pets when I have been away on vacation for a week or just a few days for over the past 16 years. Over these years, I have...

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Christine M.

Energetic Dog Lover

Dedham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello, I live in Dedham and I have a 6-year-old Labrador/Beagle mix who is awesome and a 3yr old long haired chihuahua I grew up with dogs and cats since I was very young. I had a Golden Retriever as an adult, and now my current dogs. I take them out a lot, hiking and to the dog park and long walks. They're spoiled as I believe...
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Brianna S.

Passionate And Devoted Animal Lover (Insured)

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Kelsey F.

Braintree, MA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Kelsey! I'm 24, and I live in Braintree! I have my own car, and I have had animals pretty much my whole life. Currently I have 5 cats and a bunny! While cats are rabbits are my speciality, I have had dogs in the past and I do currently have a few dog clients. I am active and I love a good walk! I typically do...

Care Member says "Kind, friendly, communicative, and trustworthy! Kelsey sent me pictures of my cats everyday, and she was very communicative about how my cats were...

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Nathan D.

Newly Experienced Pet/housesitter

Roslindale, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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.

Care Member says "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...

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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Mattapan, MA

Cat Sitters in Mattapan, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

Orly E.

Orly has watched our animals several times and we couldn't ask for a better sitter. She's easy to communicate with and we always come back...

- Erin S.

Oksana S.

Oksana has been taking care of my senior cat over the last few months, when I travel. She is amazing! She bonded with my cat right away and...

- Teodora T.

Maria V.

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

- Alysia M.

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Mattapan, MA

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Mattapan, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of November, 2025. 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 Mattapan, MA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 2 cat sitters in Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, 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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