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Olivia K.

Dog Sitter

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
I have over 10 years of paid experience caring for dogs. I grew up with 1-2 dogs at a time in my own home and feel comfortable caring for several dogs at a time. Open to walking, sitting, transporting your pup.
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Alicia H.

Pet Sitter, Walker, Housesitter - Animal Lover

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home, or dog walking as well. I have 4 years of experience working in families homes with their children and their pets. I have continued experience for a couple with two large dogs, including an overnight stay for two weeks of housesitting and taking care of dogs. I love animals, especially...
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Yasmine M.

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
I have experience with small and large dogs as well as cats and kittens. I can house/pet sit or just take the doggies out for a walk!
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Victoria P.

Part- Time Dog Lover Sitter

Chelsea, MA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have 10+ years of experience taking care my adorable sweet beagle and many others friends dog. I love dogs of all sizes and ages
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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
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Emily D.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Makayla T.

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Shelly S.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Victoria O.

Cant Wait To Meet Your Non Human Family Member!!

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hello! My name's Victoria and I would love to take the opportunity of meeting and caring for your non human family member! I do have some experience as I have dog sitted and cat sitted for a couple of years. And I absolutely love furry ( friendly ) animals !!

Nicole L. says "Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly...

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Julia B.

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Julia L.

Jamaica Plain, MA

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

Pet And House Sitter

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Deidra L.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
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
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Makenzie R.

Kenzie And Kitties

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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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 sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
daily feeding
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.25/hr as of December 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Chelsea, MA

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

Kyle W.

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

- Tara M.

Emily D.

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

- Christian B.

Kathlene S.

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....

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Chelsea, MA

Dog sitters near you in Chelsea, 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 Chelsea, 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 Chelsea, MA is $16.25.

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