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Hello, my name is Skyler! I'm 18 years old, and I'm in my senior year of high school. I plan to go to college this fall. I have experience with children from newborn to about 10 years old. I also have experience with many dogs as my mother used to be a dog trainer, and I have always had a dog of my own. (Unrully dogs don't scare...
Skyler can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Doggy daycare attendant looking for some extra four-legged friends in need of care! Educated on dog body language, feeding & medication (including insulin). Will happily dog-sit & cat-sit in your home! When can I meet your fur baby?
Samantha can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding & more
I am an animal lover. I have experience dog/cat sitter and dog walking. I will treat your furry friends as my own and give them the care they deserve!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Meghan D.
Amherst, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
College Student Who Is A Dog Lover And Would Love To Take Care Of Anyone's Furry Friend!
Hello! My name is Meghan and I am 20 years old. I have worked at a dog daycare for 3 years now! I had 3 dogs of my own, 2 shih Tzu and a chihuahua. I love taking dogs for walks or dog sitting! I am one to understand that dogs are like our children. We want what's best for them and to know they are in good hands! I do really love...
Meghan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My names Rachel and I am a student at UMass. I have been pet sitting for dogs, cats, birds, turtles, fish, and lizards for about four+ years now! I love animals and would love to lend you a hand
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. Looking to be a vet tech in the future. Grew up with multiple dogs
Hayley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kaylee U.
Amherst, MA
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, I am Kaylee. I love working with all animals and I am currently working on my degree in animal science. I have been a pet owner for years and have experience working with dogs, cats, fish, turtles, guinea pigs, and hamsters. I am willing to work with any other animals as well. I can help with walking, bathing, brushing,...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Alazia B.
Amherst, MA
$12-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting/drop ins in your own home. I love pets of all sizes and ages. I have cared for many animals throughout my life such as cats, dogs, rodents, fish, etc. Friends and family members have relied on me to care for their pets while they were unable to. I would love to help out others who are looking for care for...
Alazia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Emilee G.
Orange, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can help with Pet Sitting and Child Care. I adore animals and spending time with them, especially dogs and horses. I have experience working in a kennel before and I used to ride horses for 9 years so I have experience caretaking larger mammals. I also have experience babysitting for many family friends, I've taken care of...
Emilee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, my name is Katherine, and I am a Sophomore in town at UMass Amherst. I am on a pre-vet track studying to be a veterinarian. I adore animals and have grown up alongside them all of my life. I recently purchased my own dog, who lives with me at my apartment off-campus. I have experience working for a dog walking/cat sitting...
Katherine can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Betsy A.
Ware, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experience cat sitting and dog sitting, dog walking, and have been volunteering at a rescue farm with large animals for 3 years
Betsy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Have Experience with cats and dogs. Have 2 cats myself. All my clients love me (I Have References). I give treats to all my dog clients and catnip treats for my cat clients.
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have grown up with many types of animals, dogs/cats/rabbits/chickens, and also have experience with large animals such as horses/goats/pigs. I wanted to be a vet and volunteered ar a local vet office and at the Forest Park Zoo in Springfield. I have been animal sitting on and off for over a decade.
Avery can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
I grew up on an animal farm, including horses, dogs, cats, cows.
I house sit two dogs, a Terrier and a Hound mix.
Colleen can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
I have volunteer experience at Last Hope Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation in Wantagh. I walked and fed dogs of various breeds and ages. My family also fostered dogs from the shelter over the years.
I have two dogs of my own that I care for. In addition to standard pet care, I can give any necessary oral or topical medications. I...
Valerie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I grew up in a family with many pets and as I grew older I became more and more their primary caregivers. We had one dog who I regularly fed and walked and two cats who I fed and cleaned up after. I also would regularly dog sit for neighbors when they went out of town, which mostly consisted of walking, feeding, and keeping...
Clare can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
Aside from caring for my own family's various pets throughout the years, I have 8 years of paid experience in pet sitting/dog walking(even police dogs!) I would be willing to learn the routine of any animal in need of care, such as farm animals or birds.
Summer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Petersham, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Petersham, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Petersham, 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 Petersham, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Petersham, 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 Petersham, MA is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Petersham, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Petersham, 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 Petersham, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Petersham, 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 Petersham, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Petersham, 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.