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Ruth B.

Enthusiastic Lover Of Animals

Milford, NH

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have many years of experience with my own pets of all kinds, and I began pet sitting and dog walking this year. I can also help with pet transportation, and cleaning up after your animals.
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Valerie J.

Merrimack, NH

from
$10/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hey there! I am a non smoker and have a car fully insured. I have had dogs since I was a young child and my current dog is a chocolate lab mix, she is 2 and her name is Luna. I have gone through obedience training with her and I have been surrounded by pets my whole life. I have dog-sat for friends (stayed in their home) and did...
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Erin C.

Nashua, NH

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I currently have 2 dogs of my own as well as 2 cats. I pet sit for my mother as well as my neighbors dog while they are away.
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Paige M.

Pet Sitter

Manchester, NH

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I have 3 years of experience helping out friends and family whenever I can and looking to expand services. I can look after any pet of any species. I specialize in small animal care (guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits) and work with cats and dogs as well.
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Anna K.

Pet Sitter From New Boston

New Boston, NH

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hey there! My name is Anna and I am a current Bates college student with a passion for pets. Now that I am home for the summer, I'm looking for a fun way to make a little cash before I go back to school in September. I have my own dog Bagel at home and a bunny as well. I am also an avid horse rider and familiar with barn...
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Lilly B.

Manchester, NH

from
$11/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting service. I have grown up with dogs, cats, and fish, and have pet sitted for friends and family.
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Jessica H.

Need Help Taking Care Of Your Family Pet?

Litchfield, NH

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a dog lover who has had dogs my whole life! I've never met a dog I didn't like. I'd be happy to provide pet sitting, walking, playing, cleaning up after your dog, or just providing company. I also love cats and chickens. I have 3 dogs of my own, 2 cats, and about 40 chickens. I'd love to help you care for your beloved pet!
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Ysobel C.

Pet's Best Friend

Bedford, NH

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am located in New York, New York and I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have been raised with animals my whole life ranging from caring for several dogs, cats, fish, turtles, birds, bunnies, to bearded dragons. I am a graduate student looking for some extra money and to spend time with amazing pets.
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Cathy W.

Experienced Pet sitter And Dog walker

Merrimack, NH

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
On top of being a life-long pet owner, I have four years of experience as a pet sitter. I have cared for up to 5 animals at a time (2 dogs and 3 cats in a single household). I love to take long walks, so if your dog is energetic, we will get along great! I have cared for cats, dogs, horses, and hamsters, but if you have other...
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Grace F.

Dog-Lover And Pet Enthusiast

Nashua, NH

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
HI There! I'm Grace, 18, and I would love to spend time with your dogs. I am happy to pet sit, or just take them for a walk! Feel free to reach out for further information.
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Brian H.

Notably Penned As The "doggie Camp Councilor". I Love Doing Active Things With All Dogs!

Bedford, NH

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a dog person through and through. Our family had 4 dogs but recently had to help our 17 and 18-year-olds cross the rainbow bridge. Now, we have 2 golden retrievers, 1 and 3 years old. I love hiking and doing anything outdoors with dogs. If boarding is requested, we live on almost 6 acres that's basically a dog sanctuary with...
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Brittany S.

Loving Dog And Cat Sitter

Nashua, NH

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have cared for many pets with various dietary and health needs - diabetes, kidney issues, upper respiratory, etc. I have a separate room in my home for boarding your pet, and I provide lots of love and play time. Looking to deliver a compassionate, reliable, and professional experience for you and your pet while you are away!...
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Marie M.

Pepperell, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Professional, patient, responsible and reliable. Former cat and current dog owner and sitter. Experience watching cats and dogs for over five years. Covid vaccinated. Please note: I do not board in my home. I'm happy to stay at your home while I watch your fur babies.

Donna C. says "Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we were away, she...

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Lori T.

Owner Of Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Business

Hooksett, NH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an experienced dog walker & pet sitter in Hooksett, NH. My duties include daily walking, cleaning up pet waste, feeding, administering medicine, if necessary, and getting in some fun playtime. I provide personalized service and care for my clients and their owners. I walk dogs one at a time, never in a herd or pack, and...

Jessica S. says "Lori is so amazing! She's super nice, punctual, truly an animal lover. I can't say enough about her. I highly recommend her! She's been amazing watching...

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Veronica P.

Londonderry, NH

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover who has owned dogs and cats for my whole life! I am able to provide pet sitting in your own home.
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Charlotte L.

Pet Sitter

Bow, NH

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
My name is Charlotte and I'm a sophomore at Keene state College. I'm 21 years old and I have experience caring for pets. I have experience with small and large dogs, multiple cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks, and fish. I'd love to look over your furry family member!
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Alexandra C.

Goffstown, NH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! Having two cats of my own, I know as well as any other pet parent that our pets are family and you can be assured they will be cared for as such with me. I absolutely adore animals and have multiple years of experience with both cat sitting and dog sitting. I'm happy to do everything needed - from feeding, cleaning...

Meredith G. says "Alex is the best cat sitter ever!"

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Nancey M.

Pet Sitter

Tyngsboro, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always had pets, my pets have always been considered as my family members not pets. I have taken care of many pets, especially dogs and cats for friends and neighbors when away for vacation or weekends. With this, I have received great references and other requests for pet sitting.
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Ellyne D.

Weare, NH

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Ellyne!! I live in Weare NH and I truly love taking care of dogs and cats and admire everything about them!! I have two dogs of my own (one from Puerto Rico!!) I've done a lot of babysitting along with dog sitting. I've fed them, took them for walks, took them out for potty breaks, cleaned up after them, played with them,...

Care Member says "We hired Ellyne to care for our 2 dogs while away on vacation. It’s always very stressful for us to go away and leave our girls in someone else’s care...

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Jeffrey M.

Pet Sitter, House sitter, Handyman, And Odd Jobs

Nashua, NH

5.0(1)
from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Have 20+ years of experience with cats, dogs, birds, housesitting, and maintenance. Housesitting and pet sitting, walking, feeding, overnight sitting, ETC. Even open to any other services that you may need in your home. Also detail inside and outside of cars.

Care Member says "He is great with kids & animals. Creative & responsible. "

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $11.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Amherst, NH

Dog Sitters in Amherst, NH are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Marie M.

Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we...

- Donna C.

Lori T.

Lori is so amazing! She's super nice, punctual, truly an animal lover. I can't say enough about her. I highly recommend her! She's been...

- Jessica S.

Alexandra C.

Alex is the best cat sitter ever!

- Meredith G.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Amherst, NH

Dog sitters near you in Amherst, NH 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, NH 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, NH is $11.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Amherst, NH. 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, NH 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, NH, 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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