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Emily G.

Newton Highlands, MA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Emily , a dedicated and compassionate cat and dog sitter with a deep love for animals and years of hands-on experience. Whether you're away for a day, a weekend, or an extended trip, I provide reliable, loving care tailored to your pet's unique needs and personality. I look forward to hearing from you!
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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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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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Kaitlyn L.

Pet And House Sitter

Quincy, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
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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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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Sierra V.

Animal Lover

West Newton, MA

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Sierra. I love animals more than people most of the time because well have you met a dog I have years of experience Dog sitting to even watching pet snakes.
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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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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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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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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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Caroline P.

Needham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.

Bonnie J. says "Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!"

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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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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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Aimee M.

Part-Time Dog Sitter and Walker

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Lifelong dog owner and lover! From small mixed breeds, to Great Danes and German Shepherds, to the wee little Jack Russell Terriers, I love them all and am great with dogs and puppies! I am flexible and versatile in scheduling to play, visit, walk, slow jog, practice training exercises, short-term dog sit, and keep your dog...

Janet P. says "Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy! Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home. Thanks to...

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Amy G.

Dog Sitter/house Sitter

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
Hi! I have been pet sitting and house sitting for over 10 years. Currently I am boarding one or two small dogs at a time. I have a 10-year-old Havanese that is friendly and enjoys playing with other dogs. I have a huge fenced in backyard where the dogs can play during the day. I generally work from home so I'm available to let...

Care Member says "We had a wonderful experience leaving our dog with Amy while we were out of state - my dog got playtime, walks, cuddles, and I got updates and videos! I...

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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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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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Hollie J.

Caring Pet Caregiver

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
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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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 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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Yulia G.

Pet-sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I started to take care of cats and dogs when I was 6 years old. As a child, I was very interested in all types of animals, so I have had as a pet: fish, lizards, parrots, hamsters, and turtles. No snakes, though:) I have almost five years of a cat-sitter experience.

Care Member says "Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very best care of...

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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of January 2026

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

Cathy F.

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...

- Maria S.

Nisha D.

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...

- Lora P.

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 Newton Highlands, MA

Dog sitters near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, MA is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, 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 Newton Highlands, 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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