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Benjamin M.

Dog Walker/House Sitter

Needham Heights, MA

from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've had pets all my life, and have taken care of a variety of species including dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, fish, basically the whole animal kingdom! I treat every pet as if they were my own and will always make sure they are safe, happy and well taken care of. I've been doing this professionally for over 2 years now, and...
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Emily R.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have always grown up with dogs and cats running around our farmhouse in the Poconos, Pa. I love dogs and wish I had the time to have one but that is why sitting dogs is perfect! I am a college student athlete studying elementary education. I am honest, caring, and full of energy! I am flexible with my schedule for I have...
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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 transportation
pet walking
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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Brianna S.

Passionate And Devoted Animal Lover (Insured)

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Diana S.

Pet Lover Sitter

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 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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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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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Deidra L.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Jacqueline A.

Animal Lover

Jamaica Plain, MA

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

Hingel A. says "Great, responsible, happy, full of energy young lady. "

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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
Administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Angela I.

Friendly Responsible Pet Sitter

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Julia L.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Hollie J.

Caring Pet Caregiver

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a pet lover my entire life and have personally owned a variety of pets. Additionally I've professionally cared for dogs, cats, various kinds of birds, fish, geckos, frogs, bunnies, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, chameleons, gerbils, axolotls, mice, hamsters, rats, ferrets, chinchillas, snakes, degus and turtles. I...

Rach S. says "Great with our dog and super great communicator."

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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 walking
pet sitting
-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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Orly E.

Dedicated Pet/House Sitter And Animal Lover

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! My name is Orly, I am an experienced pet and house sitter from Cleveland, OH. I have been working with animals for several years with great references. While I've mainly worked with dogs and cats, I'm a quick study and am always open to learning more about all types of animals.

Erin S. says "Orly has watched our animals several times and we couldn't ask for a better sitter. She's easy to communicate with and we always come back to happy, well...

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Christine M.

Energetic Dog Lover

Dedham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello, I live in Dedham and I have a 6-year-old Labrador/Beagle mix who is awesome and a 3yr old long haired chihuahua I grew up with dogs and cats since I was very young. I had a Golden Retriever as an adult, and now my current dogs. I take them out a lot, hiking and to the dog park and long walks. They're spoiled as I believe...
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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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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 walking
pet sitting
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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Jane H.

How Can I Help?

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hello! I'm Jane, and I'm dedicated to providing exceptional care for your furry friends. With over 20 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting, I understand that each pet is unique and deserves personalized attention. My goal is to ensure that your pets are happy, healthy, and well-cared for while you're away. Services...

Care Member says "Jane has been nothing short of amazing helping me and my pets! She’s prompt, detail oriented, kind and has great communication. I have animals with all...

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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
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
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 $25.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Needham Heights, MA

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

Brianna S.

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...

- Care member

Diana S.

She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love.

- Susana F.

Corinne M.

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...

- Mariela L.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Needham Heights, MA

Dog sitters near you in Needham Heights, 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 Needham Heights, 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 Needham Heights, MA is $25.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Needham Heights, 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 Needham Heights, 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 Needham Heights, 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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