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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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Deidra L.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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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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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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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Shannon M.

Pet Sitter Available For Daily Walks And Last Minute Needs.

Winthrop, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2020 with degree in Public Health. I have multiple years of experience with dogs, cats, etc. I love animals and I have two dogs of my own. With that being said, I understand how important it is to have your pet in the care of good hands,...

Linden M. says "Shannon was such an amazing caretaker of my cat, Luna! I'll definitely be using her services in the future."

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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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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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Julia L.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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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Maxie G.

South Boston, MA

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

Pet Sitter With Experience

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I'm an experienced animal care professional with 10+ years of dog walking and animal care experience. I have previously worked in the pet resort at New England Veterinary Clinic and The Feline Hospital in Salem. I have plenty of experience with walking, feeding, handling, playing with and administering medications if needed for...

Tara M. says "Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."

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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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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 walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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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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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Kathlene S.

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.. I have excellent references.

Care Member says "Katie is an amazing nanny and I highly recommend her. She took care of my daughter from birth to age 2.5yo. Katie became part of the family. I am...

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Katie S.

Company For Your Companion

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am comfortable with almost all animals and have been around all sorts of creatures since I was very young. I volunteered and worked for five years at a humane society which sheltered cats and dogs in need of a forever home. At the humane society, I was responsible for the socialization, feeding, cleaning, exercize and...

Stacy W. says "Katie was super professional and made us feel significantly less guilty about leaving our precious kitties :). Would absolutely hire her again!"

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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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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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Makayla T.

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also have a love for cats!
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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 transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Angela I.

Friendly Responsible Pet Sitter

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Charlestown, MA

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

Deidra L.

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...

- Care member

Shannon M.

Shannon was such an amazing caretaker of my cat, Luna! I'll definitely be using her services in the future.

- Linden M.

Kayleen H.

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...

- Bijit K.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Charlestown, MA

Dog sitters near you in Charlestown, 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 Charlestown, 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 Charlestown, MA is $15.00.

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