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Dara D.

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I love animals, specially pet animals and they make my day happier, since when I was little, they've always been my best friends. I went to veterinary assistant training and got a job at a vet office where I got to work with all kinds of dogs and with special situations too. I do pet sitting and I'm hoping to find more job...
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Sabrina B.

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, fellow dog lovers! My name is Sabrina and I am passionate about caring for our furry friends. With 2 years of experience in dog walking and sitting, I offer trusted and compassionate pet care right in your neighborhood.
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Hannah B.

pet sitter

Chelsea, MA

from
$30/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had animals my entire life. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, fish, and other small animals (rats, mice, guinea pigs, etc). I am comfortable with animals of all ages & have worked with puppies, kittens, and senior animals.
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Luiza B.

Pet Nanny

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have always had pets my whole life. Dogs, cats, birds, fishes, hamsters. And I was always the one taking care of them. I started pet sitting here in the US over a year ago. I take care of two dogs from this family that lives in Topsfield.
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Parker J.

Experienced Pet Sitter!

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a dog mom myself who would love to help take care of your furry friend. I have experience with dogs and cats (currently live with both!) and love working with animals.
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Victoria P.

Part- Time Dog Lover Sitter

Chelsea, MA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Olivia K.

Dog Sitter

Chelsea, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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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Cristina B.

Comfortable With Paws And Claws! :)

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I have been a pet-sitter to many family friends, tenants and neighbors over the years. I have taken care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and turtles. I am also a volunteer at the MSPCA animal shelter where I work with small animals such as rabbits, chinchillas, ferrets, mice, hamsters, and guinea pigs.

Amanda S. says "I've known Cristina for about 10 years. With her huge heart and love for animals, I knew she'd be great to help take care of my kitten. She is THE BEST...

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Priyanka V.

Pet Sitter

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I have had dogs since I was in middle school. I recently brought back 3 dogs from a small country in Africa , where I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer. I've been taking care of my neighbor's pets (cats and dogs) since high school. I have also taken care of birds and fish (a beta fish was my first pet!) I am very friendly and...
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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Anna R.

Short Or Long Term Pet-Sitter And Dog Walker

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Anna is current graduate student at Emerson College, where she is earning her Master's Degree in Theatre Education. She loves animals and is looking for one-time or recurring pet setting and/or dog walking work while she is in school. Anna has experience looking after both dogs and cats, and has worked with many pets with unique...

Emma L. says "Anna has cat-sit for me and my family on multiple occasions! She has not only been incredibly responsible, but has gone above and beyond simply feeding our...

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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
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Diana S.

Pet Lover Sitter

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I looove animals. I miss so much my cats and dogs in Colombia where I am from. As I miss them so much I have decided to be a sitter

Susana F. says "She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love."

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Judith N.

Dorchester MA Pet Sitter

Dorchester Center, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Thank you for checking out my profile and considering me to take care of your fur babies. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can provide you with proof on request. I am a non-smoker and very mature for my age. At home, we have a tuxedo cat named mimi and she is as adorable as yours. I love her so much as she brings so much...

Juliette Z. says "I have known Judith for a very long time. She loves animals and love taking care of them. She will make sure your babies don't feel like you are not...

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Emily D.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/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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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
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
-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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Noelle G.

Pet Sitter!

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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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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Corinne M.

Responsible And Reliable Dog Walker

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
Reliable and responsibe dog walker/pet sitter/ pet transportation. I have cared for family, friend, and client's dogs, varying in breed, from boarding to walking. As a former college athlete, I am excited about the opportunity to walk and care for dogs for you and your pets desired distance! Please inquire with any questions.

Mariela L. says "Corinne was a great pet sitter and walker for our 4-month old puppy! She was very communicative throughout the day and I felt completely at ease knowing...

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Sophia R.

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...

Jena P. says "Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.86/hr as of June 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

Cristina B.

I've known Cristina for about 10 years. With her huge heart and love for animals, I knew she'd be great to help take care of my kitten. She...

- Amanda S.

Anna R.

Anna has cat-sit for me and my family on multiple occasions! She has not only been incredibly responsible, but has gone above and beyond...

- Emma L.

Victoria O.

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....

- Nicole L.

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 $17.86.

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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