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I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have some experience and can also perform baths and light grooming.
Maia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love house sitting and taking your furry friends for walks! I have been walking for 2 years now and absolutely love the bond I create with each pet and the exercise I help them get!
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking
I can pet sit in your own home, I love dogs, I used to have 2 last year (One Maltese and poodle mix and the other was a black terrier mix). I have also walked and taken care of pets on my side job as a baby sitter. In terms of taking care of my own pets, I'd say I have over 10 years of experience and in terms of taking care of...
Audrey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Esmeralda C.
Lawrence, MA
$12-19/hr
I have always wanted to work as a pet sitter. One of the things that I love the most is animals and few of those animals that I adore are; dogs, cats and birds. I have some experience on how to take care of animals. I used to have two pets back in my hometown. I always say that animals are the best company a person could ever...
I've always had love for dogs growing up as a child. I had a Cavalier named Bengy which was our family dog. He ended up passing away after about 10 years, and my heart longed for another soul connection with a pup. I grew up observing dog behavior in which made me connect more to them. I've picked up dog sitting job from local...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Started out plain babysitting, and occasionally taking care of peoples pets if they had them. Then I thought why not expand my services? I started on Wagg and got a few reoccurring gigs. Now I've been doing it for a couple years. The biggest animal taken care of was a horse from the map a where I used to volunteer as a teenager....
Idaliz can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting
Gabriela P.
Lawrence, MA
$23-28/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two dogs of my own. One of them has epilepsy and experiences frequent seizures due to is condition. I love my animals and I try to give them the best care possible. Because of my dog's condition I have researched a lot and volunteered at the vet pre-covid to learn the best way to...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a huge animal lover, I have a dog friendly house, with a dog pen and yard to play, I'm available to dog sit just about any time. I will feed, walk them, provide them with hugs and kisses and of course play.
Michele can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Scott H.
Haverhill, MA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Over the years, I have had a lot of experience with both cats and dogs. For the past several years, I have been employed at a doggy day care in the Somerville area. There, I worked in several departments- as a dog walker, a pen attendant, and as an in-home pet sitter. That job gave me the opportunity to work with a wide range of...
Scott can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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"Scott is so skilled with animals. He is a dog whisperer. He's one of the only sitters who can handle my anxious, high energy pit bull. He loves Scott and looks forward to when he sits for us 😊"
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Shelly S.
Haverhill, MA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I'm Shelly, a 20-year-old college student 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.
Shelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I have many years of experience working with animals. They are my true love and I never tire of them. If you are interested please give me a call for weekends, overnights, vacation weeks etc. I also do packages which include house sitting and extra work to get done while your out of town. I believe you should get away and...
Jennifer can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting & more
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience with dogs and cats although I love all animals. I currently own 2 cats but have had many dogs over the years.
Kathleen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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"We have a difficult fur baby- he is sweet to our family but is VERY anxious around strangers and can be scary.
Kathleen embraced this challenge, when most people would not have even attempted to get to know "Vinny". She went above and beyond to meet and get to...
Michelle J.
Halla G.
Tewksbury, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog Mom! I Have 2 Small Dogs, I Have Dealt And Had Bigger Dogs In The Past. I Love Cats Too!
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Hello! I have 5+ years of experience with animals. I love dogs and cats. I have two dogs myself that are my whole world! I can help with Pet Sitting, play/exercise and dog walking! Will negotiate rate within reason. I look forward to meeting your furry companion! -Halla (Hallie)
Halla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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"Halla truly cares for my pets. I never feel anxious leaving my fur babies in her care. When I return home after they have been with Halla they are never stressed or over anxious and have enjoyed their time with her."
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Pet Sitters supervise cats, dogs, and other pets while their owners are away. Key responsibilities include providing food and water, grooming, taking pets to vet appointments, administering medicine, taking dogs out for a walk, and providing companionship.
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming
Objective: To provide exceptional care for pets while their owners are away.
Experience:
- Dog walker and pet sitter for 2 years
- Provided in-home care for cats and dogs while their owners were on vacation
- Administered medication to pets as needed
- Fed and watered pets according to their owners' instructions
- Communicated...
Alessandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I am an animal lover and current pet mom of two cats. I've grown up with dogs, cats, hamsters, parakeets, and even a sweet sulcata! I've worked in an office environment for over 12 years and I've recently realized it's not what I want to do with the rest of my life. That being said, I have cared for my friends' pets on multiple...
Angelisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Elena! I absolutely love dogs and will be around for the holidays to dog sit! I have had dogs my whole life and currently have a 4-year-old black Labrador retriever at home who I enjoy playing outside, running and going out on walks with!
Elena can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I'm a proud dog mom and would be happy to help you with your pets. I am fine with any size dog or cat!
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting
Nicole W.
Haverhill, MA
$17-22/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Hi there, I'm Jill! I am 22 years old, 23 in June, and just graduated college! I have been pet sitting since 2019, mostly for family, but my love for animals started way before then. I always wanted to be a veterinarian and went into college as an Animal Science major, but changed because I didn't want such a long term...
Jillian can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Lawrence, MA
Scott H.
5.0
Scott is so skilled with animals. He is a dog whisperer. He's one of the only sitters who can handle my anxious, high energy pit bull. He loves Scott and looks forward to when he sits for us 😊
- Care member
Kathleen B.
5.0
We have a difficult fur baby- he is sweet to our family but is VERY anxious around strangers and can be scary.
Kathleen embraced this challenge, when most people would not have even attempted to get to know "Vinny". She went above and beyond to meet and get to know him prior to our leaving on...
- Michelle J.
Halla G.
5.0
Halla is a kind and caring person. An animal lover who does what’s best for the pets. Taken great care of my cats when I went away for a few weeks. Feedings/meds/ cleanup. All was done and my pets were happy as can be.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lawrence, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Lawrence, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Lawrence, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Lawrence, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, MA is $16.86.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Lawrence, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lawrence, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Lawrence, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Lawrence, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Lawrence, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Lawrence, 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.