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Ellie D.

Part Time Pet Sitter

East Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am very comfortable and loving towards animals. I live on a farm and have had cats and dogs all throughout my life. Right now, I actually own two adoring beasts, a Saint Bernard and a Golden Retriever. Both are over 100 lbs but could not be more loving and happy. I also have two pet cats that love to cuddle and are indoor/...
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Joeli G.

Profesional Dog Sitter

East Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi there! I'm a 21-year-old animal care giver and lover with a year of experience caring for all different animals of sizes and breeds. Whether your pet loves long walks, playtime, or just lounging around, I'm committed to providing them with a safe, fun, and caring environment. I'm available for daily walks, pet sitting, and...
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Nadinne A.

East Boston, MA

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, I have a cat myself. I have sitted a few dogs in the past and it is great. I am respectful of owners schedules/rules all while making sure the pets are well taken care of. I'm great with communication.
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Alexa F.

Self-employed With A Busy Pet-sitting Side Gig

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
Hey, I'm Alexa. I have a thriving side gig as a dog and cat boarder and I also offer cat check-ins, and on-occasion, dog walks. I have 50+ five-star reviews on a popular pet-sitting app and have been doing this for 4. 5 years. For boarding, I only take one pet or one family of pets at a time. I book boarding stays a bit ahead...

Stephen N. says "Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty...

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Audrey H.

Committed And Loving Pet Sitter

East Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, I'm AJ and I'm a part time student and daycare teacher. I have always had a cat (or multiple!) and I have beloved family dog back home. Right now, I am looking for one time pet sitting jobs. My general availability for pet sitting is Tuesdays after 1pm, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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Bianka B.

East Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
As a passionate animal lover and an experienced pet sitter, I believe I would be the perfect fit for providing loving care and attention to your pets. I currently have two cats, Stormi and Pandora, who are both inside and outside cats, and they are a cherished part of our family. I understand how important it is to ensure pets...
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Melisa F.

Fun And Responsible Sitter

East Boston, MA

from
$45/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have over 2 years of experience with taking care of dogs and cats and own a cat myself. I am energetic, caring, responsible, and love to take care of animals and children.
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Jennifer A.

East Boston, MA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting, feeding, and walking services. I have had 5 years of experience with my own pets and close family friends. I love animals of all sizes and types. My schedule is super flexible and I pride myself on punctuality and dependability. I can also perform baths and light grooming!
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Mikayla J.

Pet Sitter Available

East Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
Hello! My name is Mikayla and I am available for a variety of pet sitting needs. I currently own and care for a long haired cat, a Holland lop rabbit, 5 goldfish, and an axolotl. I have had cats all of my life and feel very comfortable taking care of them. I am also available for dog walking and sitting with prior information...
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Sarah N.

East Boston, MA

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$18/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello! I'm Sarah. I have always had pets in my life and currently have a small dog at home. I have 5 years paid experience caring for pets. I am available for dog sitting and walking. I am responsible, have my own transportation and d not smoke. My dog is my baby and I understand how important it is for you to feel like you pet...
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Johanna G.

Sitter

East Boston, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I love animals and am a pet owner myself! I have several dogs and cats of my own and am filling out enough chars.
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Claudia E.

Trusted And Caring Pet Sitter And Walker.

East Boston, MA

from
$17/hr
Hi! My name is Claudia, and I'm a passionate animal lover with experience caring for pets. I can help with dog walking, feeding, home visits, and providing companionship for your furry friends when you're away. I understand that every pet has unique needs, and I always ensure they receive the attention, love, and exercise they...
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Faofizah S.

Detail Oriented Sitter With A Ton Of Empathy

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been a pet parent and have always been an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish. I have 4 years of paid pet sitting experience and 3 additional years of volunteer work with animals. I am an energetic, young professional who loves and enjoys the company of animals. My most recent sitting...

Care Member says "Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away. "

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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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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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Jacqueline A.

Animal Lover

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
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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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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Kyle W.

Pet Sitter With Experience

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog, cat or practically any pet sitting in your home. I have worked in the animal care field for over a decade now and I am available all day on any day. I have worked at and volunteered at multiple animal hospitals throughout high school and college including Danvers Animal Hospital and New England Veterinary Clinic....

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

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Daisy G.

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been pet sitting for friends and neighbors for over 5 years and enjoy getting to spend time with cats and dogs.

Care Member says "Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!"

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.17/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in East Boston, MA

Dog Sitters in East Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Alexa F.

Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and...

- Stephen N.

Faofizah S.

Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away.

- Care member

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 East Boston, MA

Dog sitters near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, 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 East Boston, MA is $20.17.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in East Boston, 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 East Boston, 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 East Boston, 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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