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Jamie C.

Reading, MA

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Growing up I've always been around pets, with at least two dogs always along with two cats, I've also cared for fish, and I had a rabbit. Petting sitting for my friends a lot. My aunt is a vet so I have gained some pet knowledge from her. I can do baths along with light grooming. I love playing with pets. So if your pet is one...
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Jane D.

Looking To Care For Dogs And Cats

Reading, MA

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have pet sit for both cat and dogs and have a dog of my home. I will do in home care or have the animal at my house!
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Jessica M.

Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a college student who loves pets and would be excited to take care of yours. I offer dog walking and pet sitting, making sure your furry friends get plenty of exercise, love, and attention while you're busy. I treat every pet like my own. Your pets are in good hands!
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Charlotte L.

Reading, MA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I'm Charlotte! I'm a very responsible and reliable animal lover looking for sitting and/or walking jobs! I've had cats and dogs my whole life and love all breeds and ages! Please reach out with questions and communication
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Mallory M.

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Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I had a dog, Sammy for 16 years of my life and he was the absolute best. Unfortunately, we lost him five years ago this upcoming March and I am looking to have a good relationship with your dog!! I would love to go on walks, (cuddle if they like to do...
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Lexi B.

Pet Sitter/Walker

Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
My Name is Lexi and I am looking for recurring or one-time pet sitting/walking jobs in the Greater Boston/Middlesex County area. I am a graduate student living in Reading, MA. I love animals and have been pet sitting (primarily cats and dogs) for about 3 years. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friends!
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Angelica C.

Animal Sitting

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have a well trained 4-year-old German shepherd and love all kinds of animals. I've personally had fish, dogs, hamsters and have sat for dogs and reptiles. If you need care for your pet while you are away, I can help you out and take care of your loved one!
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Laureen P.

Tewksbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello animal lovers. I provide affordable and professional pet care. I have 13 years of experience as a Dog Walker/Pet Sitter. My passion and love for animals portrays in my integrity and the quality your pets receives while in my care. I have a certificate in first aid training through Blue Pearl Veterinarn Hospital. My...

Care Member says "Laureen took care of my kids ages 2, 4, and 7 for a few years. she was awesome! she was dependable and kept my kids healthy happy and safe. she always...

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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
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Makenzie R.

Kenzie And Kitties

Woburn, MA

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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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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Kyle W.

Pet Sitter With Experience

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I'm an experienced animal care professional with 10+ years of dog walking and animal care experience. I have previously worked in the pet resort at New England Veterinary Clinic and The Feline Hospital in Salem. I have plenty of experience with walking, feeding, handling, playing with and administering medications if needed for...

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

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Maryellen B.

Dog Walking and Care While You Go Away

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
+ 1 more
I currently have three dogs, two cats and fish. I've been around pets my whole life. I enjoy running with my dogs (three miles). I also like walking my dogs, going for car rides, going on hikes in the woods or on trails, swimming in my pond with my dogs and snuggling with them (when I'm not snuggling with my two children and...

Marianne P. says "Mary Ellen provided walks for our beagle-mix 2-3times/day over a 2 week period while we were away. She was reliable, experienced and knowledgeable...

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Katie S.

Company For Your Companion

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am comfortable with almost all animals and have been around all sorts of creatures since I was very young. I volunteered and worked for five years at a humane society which sheltered cats and dogs in need of a forever home. At the humane society, I was responsible for the socialization, feeding, cleaning, exercize and...

Stacy W. says "Katie was super professional and made us feel significantly less guilty about leaving our precious kitties :). Would absolutely hire her again!"

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Amy T.

Dog Walking/Pet Sitting Available

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog walking as well as pet sitting in your home. I love dogs of all sizes & ages & have experience walking various breeds-- everything from a westie to a Pit mix! I also do have some kitty friends, references available upon request.

Care Member says "My dog George, being a rescue, is a very sensitive guy. Amy has completely won his heart and adoration. I can always tell when she’s just pulled up in...

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Julia B.

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Jennifer C.

Per Sitter Available

North Andover, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
grooming
+ 1 more
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...
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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 walking
pet sitting
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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Sophia R.

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...

Jena P. says "Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had...

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Bonnie B.

Pet Sitter/Boarder

Bedford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
To Whom It May Concern: I am pleased to meet you and I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to apply for a position as a Cat Sitter and/or Dog Walker/Sitter I would be excited to work for a client/owner of a cat/s or dog/s I am an ideal candidate for this position for the following reasons: I am an animal lover and have...

Suman M. says "Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family."

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.83/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Reading, MA

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

Laureen P.

Laureen took care of my kids ages 2, 4, and 7 for a few years. she was awesome! she was dependable and kept my kids healthy happy and safe....

- Care member

Hollie J.

Great with our dog and super great communicator.

- Rach S.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Reading, MA

Dog sitters near you in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, MA is $15.83.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, 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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