Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Reading, MA
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60 dog sitters are listed in Reading, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in Reading, MA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Animals have always played a big role in my life, and I became a certified Veterinary Technician so I could care for companion animals. My pet sitting experience began many years ago with dogs and cats, and my clients have always been very satisfied with the care I provide. Our family has always had dogs, and I also had other...
Lesley can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Lesley was very good with my dog. Walked her, fed her, played with her. Also being an elderly dog lesley tended to her needs, which is great! "
Megan C.
I have 15+ years of experience with dogs and cats. I've done dog walking and sitting while family is away. I've taken care of cats in their home including daily feeding, play activities and changing litter box . I can walk dogs up to 50 lbs. We both get exercise and have fun.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Mary
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, I'm a dedicated and passionate pet lover with years of experience in providing top-notch pet care services. As a dog walker, cat sitter, and overnight pet sitter, I've had the joy of working with furry companions of all shapes and sizes. I've grown up with dogs and we were always inseparable giving them love and care and...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation
I provide dog and cat sitting! I have grown up with dogs my whole life; our family had many and my partner and I have a kitten together! My family used to care for our neighbors pet long-time growing up as well. Very experienced with dogs and cats! Also willing to learn how to take care of reptiles, bunnies, hamsters and the...
Gabby can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Skylar M.
Reading, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've grown up around dogs my whole life. My dream job is to work with dogs but I also love helping people! I'm currently a CNA and want to dog sit on the side to keep my life full. You can trust me with your fur baby I will love and care for your baby like my own!
Skylar can also help with: Pet sitting, 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!
Jane can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, 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...
Mallory can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Steven H.
Middleton, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter/Walker/Lover Looking For Any Type Of Pet Jobs
5.0
(2)
I come from a childhood full of pets. I grew up with 2 cats, 2 dogs, and fish living in the same house. I was responsible for taking the dogs walking daily, feeding them in the afternoon, and cleaning up the litter box every once in a while. I picked up many occasional pet jobs throughout high school. I took care of pets when...
Steven can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"He loves animals! So playful and fun with my dogs, and takes very good care of them"
Maggie M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"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 owned a dog, cats (one year, one of my cats had kittens), a turtle, gerbils, finches, fish and frogs. My pets...
Maria S.
Carol C.
Wakefield, MA
$25-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Carol and I am from Wakefield. I have reliable transportation. I am very responsible and trustworthy. I've been working for the last eight years for a friend that has her own cleaning business. I am now trying to find some clients of my own. Since the pandemic started, her workload has decreased. That's the reason...
Carol can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Carol has become integral to our family!! She helps us so much - her rates are so incredibly reasonable and she goes above and beyond to take care of everything we could need! We initially had contacted her to help with some light laundry folding and kitchen...
Linda L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
Diana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
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!
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"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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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet and home sitting. I love playing with all pets, especially dogs and cats! I have three cats of my own and grew up with pets ranging from dogs to hamsters and fish. I enjoy going for walks and being outdoors.
I also have my own car so I can easily get around, I can run errands or take your pets for check ups/ vet...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Amanda to take care of my dog and two cats at my home for the weekend. She was great, I received updates that included pictures and videos of my fur babies that I appreciated greatly. When I returned home my house was clean and my animals were happy. I...
Alana W.
5.0
(1)
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...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
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.
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"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 her car because George’s tail starts wagging wildly and he gets so excited. She is so loving and playful with...
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Helena V.
Lexington, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experience working with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and many other small four-legged creatures! I love being outside and spending time with animals, so pet sitting, walking, and care is right up my alley!
5.0
"Helena was amazing! My dog was so happy and calm when I got home. It was nice to see her not so anxious after being away from her all day."
Jena P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi There! I am an energetic animal lover seeking part-time doggie/kitty babysitting jobs. I occasionally cat & dog sit for regular clients and would be happy to share them as a reference! My vet would also happily be a reference. Please check out my kitty reference on care. com!
I am also very comfortable with dogs. I have had...
Sabrina can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
"Sabrina cared for our cats for a week while we were on vacation. This was our first time having anyone care for our cats for such an extended period of time. We tend to spoil our cats and we wanted to make sure that the cat sitter would be able to spoil them and...
Laurie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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 three years of a cat-sitter experience.
Yulia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Yulia is my close friend, and I've known her for more than 12 years. She is very responsible, caring, and reliable person. Also, she really loves animals, and she took care of our cat several times when my family and I were on vacation"
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Yasaman K.
Somerville, MA
$15-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have extensive experience in professionally caring for both dogs and cats as well as casually tending to the pets of friends and family. My love for animals is evident in my passion for their well-being and enjoyment, whether it involves attentive care or playful interactions. The motivation behind my interest in pet sitting...
Yasaman can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I hired Yasaman to doggysit my pug Wendie for a day as I went out for a business trip.
This was the first time hiring a person like this outside a professional center.
I found the price very reasonable for a smaller dog that sleeps most during the day.
Yasaman...
Harry B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Victoria and I would love to take the opportunity of meeting and caring for your non human family member! I do have some experience as I have dog sitted and cat sitted for a couple of years. And I absolutely love furry ( friendly ) animals !!
Victoria can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her. "
Nicole L.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Reading, MA
Lesley E.
5.0
Lesley took great care of my cat while I was away. My cat is older and has kidney disease so she's on quite a few medications, as well as subcutaneous fluid injections. Lesley easily took care of it all with her vet tech skills. On top of that, it was very clear that she took great care to brush and...
- Leela B.
Steven H.
5.0
My family went away for a weekend to ski at Sunday River in Maine 3 hours away from home. Our trip was planned on short notice and we did not know how our dog and cat would be taken care of. We heard about Steve through some family friends and asked him for his services. We did not know Steve too...
- Tyler R.
Cathy F.
5.0
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 owned a dog, cats (one year, one of my cats had kittens), a turtle, gerbils, finches, fish and frogs. My pets have always been healthy, happy,...
- Maria S.
Carol C.
5.0
Carol has become integral to our family!! She helps us so much - her rates are so incredibly reasonable and she goes above and beyond to take care of everything we could need! We initially had contacted her to help with some light laundry folding and kitchen cleaning as with both parents working...
- Linda L.
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 Reading, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Reading, MA?
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 $17.43.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Reading, MA?
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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Reading, MA?
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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Reading, MA?
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.
Ratings for Reading, MA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Reading, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.