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Clare C.

Part-Time Experienced Care Giver Available

Amherst, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
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...
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Darlene M.

Experienced And Reliable Pet Sitter.

Amherst, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello from one pet parent to another. I have had pets of all kinds throughout my life, currently have 3 very spoiled cats, ages 15, 3, and 2 years. I am very experienced caring for both, cats and dogs. My experience includes volunteering when I was a teen at a local shelter, walking, playing with the animals and cleaning....
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Shelby B.

Pet Care

Amherst, MA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I live on a farm and have experience pet sitting and dog walking! I love animals, and I would happy to provide refernces
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Dana D.

Northampton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Dana. I'm a recent graduate of UMass Amherst with a Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary medicine. I have worked as a veterinary technician at a local vet clinic for 4 years. I have been pet sitting for 7+ years with many happy clients who can attest to my work. I have interned at a...

Sara B. says "Dana took great care of my older kitty. She was dependable and responsive. She was also great with administering medication. I highly recommend her!"

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Giorgia N.

Experienced Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Hadley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I currently provide dog sitting in your home, which uncludes housesitting. I'm an experienced dog walked and sitter. I've walked and petsat different types of dogs, including golden retriver and vizsla. I've also provided petsitting for cats.

Phoebe H. says "Giorgia is phenomenal! She helped us pet care, household tasks, errands, organization, food prep, and anything I could think of that would help make our...

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Donna W.

Pet Care Northampton/Hatfield Area

Hatfield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Noelia F.

Experienced Pet Sitter

South Deerfield, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have taken care of a variety of dogs and cats, including animals with physical disabilities. I am very comfortable with animals and love spending time with them walking and playing!
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Lucy D.

Granby, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs for my entire life growing up and have lived with cats throughout much of my adulthood as well! I am comfortable providing dog walking services, feedings, general care, and cat feeding/general care, and would love to spend time with your pets and care for them as I would my own. Spending time with animals is...
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Ashley R.

West Hatfield, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Lifelong pet owner and animal lover with experience as a pet sitter and dog walker. I provide safe, nurturing care for dogs, cats, and small mammals, such as rabbits and hamsters. Friendly and trustworthy, putting pets and owners at ease with reliable, conscientious care.
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Sydney S.

Hello!

Hadley, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
boarding
pet transportation
My name is Syd. I have been dog sitting and have had dogs and fish as pets for years. I specialize in both human and other animal reactive dogs. My dog is a rescue and is other animal reactive. I also love reptiles and other exotic pets but I have never owned them.
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Bridget J.

South Deerfield, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home. Ive been a dog walker/pet sitter for a few years and absolutely love what I do. Animals bring me immense joy, and I am very comfortable as well as capable with them.
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Chloe K.

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Pet sitter with 2+ years of experience. In my current nannying job I care for a senior dog and I grew up with dogs. I also have a cat and can provide loving care for both cats and dogs.
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Jackson V.

Responsible & Attentive Pet Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I helped take care of cats and dogs through my childhood. As an adult, I have had many dog sitting jobs, the longest one was 3 weeks. I am active and will glady take your dog on long, daily walks. I have worked with puppies, energetic dogs, and docile dogs.
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Cassie C.

Northampton, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Years of experience sitting both dogs and cats. Happy to stay at your home or just do walks. Open to all ages & sizes!
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Mary Madison B.

Northampton, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I grew up around animals and currently have two dogs and two cats of my own. I have some experience with clicker training and am an experienced dog walker. I am willing to provide dog or cat sitting in your home and am also happy to run pet-related errands if needed.
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Susanna H.

Part-time Dog Sitter And Walker

Northampton, MA

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs! I have been walking dogs for 12 years. I have experience with many breeds and sizes. I also have my own dog and know the responsibilities of owning one. I know how to put on various kinds of collars and halters.
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Karen P.

Furry Pet Friendly Sitter

Northampton, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I'm Karen! Growing up my best friend was my pet dog and I know how much these furry pets means to us. I just like you want someone safe, caring, active and attentive with such furry friends. And I could be the perfect match for you and your furry friend. I am very active and love to run with a furry friend beside me as...
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Paulina A.

Loving Pet And Animal Caretaker!

Northampton, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am the lucky owner of a rambunctious 3-year-old black lab, pitbull, and cane corso mix! My dog Mater was adopted from a shelter (he's originally a dixie dog!) and is 80 pounds of pure muscle, so I'm stronger than I might look! :) In addition to being Mater's owner, I have had pets for many years, have experience pet sitting,...
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Danielle B.

Loving Pet Sitter

South Deerfield, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
My name is Danielle I live locally. I offer quality pet care for cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes. This includes pet sitting, routine walks and feedings and of course lots of play time/ dog parks and cuddles. I truly love all animals and have great references and experience. Animals can sense my pet loving vibes as soon as...
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Chase W.

Pet Sitter Available

Sunderland, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have been caring for dogs and cats of all ages and sizes for 8+ years. Most of my former and current clients are recurring and often recommend me to other families. I love to be active and take pets on walks and/or runs! I am also able to administer medication to pets if needed, or even bathe and groom them. I'm looking...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.22/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Amherst, MA

Dog Sitters in Amherst, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Dana D.

Dana took great care of my older kitty. She was dependable and responsive. She was also great with administering medication. I highly...

- Sara B.

Giorgia N.

Giorgia is phenomenal! She helped us pet care, household tasks, errands, organization, food prep, and anything I could think of that would...

- Phoebe H.

Donna W.

Donna is my dog Emmy’s pet sitter. Emmy suffers from separation anxiety and fear of thunder, and Donna is especially considerate of these...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Amherst, MA

Dog sitters near you in Amherst, MA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Amherst, MA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Amherst, MA is $17.22.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Amherst, MA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Amherst, MA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Amherst, MA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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