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Charisse M.

Weekend Dog Walker And Sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Friendly dog lover/owner of 9yrs, looking for extra weekend work. I enjoy going for safe adventures, on-leash walks, and drives with my dog. I would offer the same care that I give to my own dog. Let's throw the ball around or play tug of war. Does your dog love snuggles, scratches, and massages too? Are they relentless with...

Jen B. says "Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven to be one of our...

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Sarah L.

Fun And Friendly Sitter That Loves Animals!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Sarah and I recently graduated with my masters from BU and am still living in the area. I have a huge passion for all animals and would love to help out in my community. I grew up with dogs my whole life and have a cat of my own named Stella! I have 3 years of experience pet sitting both dogs and cats and I can...

Ariana A. says "Sarah took care of our rambunctious Bernedoodle for 2 nights while we attended a wedding. When we came home she was happy and the house was in perfect...

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Angela M.

Pet Sitter Available!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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...
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Bonnie B.

Pet Sitter/Boarder

Bedford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
To Whom It May Concern: I am pleased to meet you and I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to apply for a position as a Cat Sitter and/or Dog Walker/Sitter I would be excited to work for a client/owner of a cat/s or dog/s I am an ideal candidate for this position for the following reasons: I am an animal lover and have...

Suman M. says "Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family."

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Maxie G.

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
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...

Brittany C. says "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...

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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
-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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Angelica C.

Animal Sitting

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have a well trained 4-year-old German shepherd and love all kinds of animals. I've personally had fish, dogs, hamsters and have sat for dogs and reptiles. If you need care for your pet while you are away, I can help you out and take care of your loved one!
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Makenzie R.

Kenzie And Kitties

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a 3rd grade teacher in Peabody, MA. I recently bought a house in Georgetown, MA. My husband and I would be happy to board your pet at our house or travel to your house to watch them. We love cats and dogs! We have been cat and dog sitting for multiple families for the last 7 years.
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Jacqueline A.

Animal Lover

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. can also perform baths and light grooming.

Hingel A. says "Great, responsible, happy, full of energy young lady. "

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Emily D.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.

Christian B. says "Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly,...

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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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Brianna S.

Passionate And Devoted Animal Lover (Insured)

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Shelly S.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm Shelly, a 23-year-old recent college grad who adores animals! The health, safety, and happiness of all pets in my care is always my number one priority. I am willing to pet sit in your home and walk dogs.
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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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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 walking
pet sitting
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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Noelle G.

Pet Sitter!

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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...
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Yulia G.

Pet-sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I started to take care of cats and dogs when I was 6 years old. As a child, I was very interested in all types of animals, so I have had as a pet: fish, lizards, parrots, hamsters, and turtles. No snakes, though:) I have almost five years of a cat-sitter experience.

Care Member says "Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very best care of...

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Sierra V.

Animal Lover

West Newton, MA

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sierra. I love animals more than people most of the time because well have you met a dog I have years of experience Dog sitting to even watching pet snakes.
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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Julia B.

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an experienced pet sitting, that provides dog/cat sitting in your own home. I've been around of every type of dog, I owned since small dogs to very big ones. I'm really attached to animals, specially dogs, I simply love their soul. I love to watch how they play, I always used to do fun games with my dogs, with toys, as...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.94/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.6

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, MA

Dog Sitters in Arlington, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Charisse M.

Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven...

- Jen B.

Sarah L.

Sarah took care of our rambunctious Bernedoodle for 2 nights while we attended a wedding. When we came home she was happy and the house was...

- Ariana A.

Bonnie B.

Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family.

- Suman M.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Arlington, MA

Dog sitters near you in Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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 Arlington, MA is $18.94.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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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