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I have multiple years of experience pet sitting and dog walking with all different dog breeds. I also have some experience as a Vet technician with both dogs and cats. I have had many dogs over the years and currently have a mutt and an english bulldog!
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Gloria H.
Scituate, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been loving and caring for pets my whole life.
I know your pets are a part of your family and I will love them like they are part of mine. Here for dog walking and pet sitting.
Gloria can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
I have grown up with dogs and cats my entire life so I definitely know how to care for them! I have experience with both overnight pet sitting experiences as well as daily visits and I am available for either!
Cecilia T.
Scituate, MA
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am willing to help out with dog walking-sitting a couple of days a week. I currently don't have any animals of my own but have had dogs off and on pretty much since childhood. My availability would start sometime in June. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Thank you,
Celia-
Cecilia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hello! I spent 10 years as a veterinary technician and have cared for dogs in my home since 2017. My dog, Bruin crossed the rainbow bridge in 2014 and as a way to honor and remember him my family and I started Bruin's Place! We are private play care with lots of options including overnight sitting, full day play care, half-day...
Christine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Christine is our go to. She does a great job, treats W like family."
Tim T.
5.0
(2)
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY
Looking to PET SIT AT YOUR HOUSE.
I have 30 years of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting ONLY. No boarding. If you are looking for someone to take care of your dog at their house please don post under boarding's. I see a lot of this. I love all animals. I just moved to South Weymouth. I will travel....
Jack D can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Overall, we had a wonderful experience. Jack stayed at our home and cared for our dog on more than one occasion.
No issues.
Gladly use him again.
In fact we have him booked while we attend our niece’ s wedding."
Care member
Alexandra C.
Pembroke, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up with pets and am an only child so I have always thought of my dogs and cats as my furry siblings. :P I have been pet sitting for about 10 years. I would love to have some furry friends to walk!
5.0
"We hired Alexandra to take care of our pug, Chewy, during our vacation and she did an excellent job. She communicated with us every step of the way, sent pictures and video of Chewy while we were away and loved and cared for him like he was her own. Chewy is...
Patricia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently have 3 cats. I've grown up with dogs, cats, birds and fish. I completely understand that pets are family, and you want the best for them.
I can come by for walks/ feedings, or can stay over if over night care is needed.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kimberly watched my two cats while I was away and did an amazing job- I came home to two happy, brushed, well fed cat. They still had fresh water in their bowls and their litter boxes were completely clean. I would highly recommend Kimberly and look forward to...
Kathryn C.
I can help with your fur babies in your home or mine! I have many years experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. My daughter has golden doodles, and I am granny, and help while she is at work. I come from a loving family and we have always had dogs at our home.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
Hey!! I love animals and have a lot of experience with sitting, walking them. I have walked neighborhood dogs my whole life. I am gentle but assertive. I am careful but confident.
Alanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Lauren M.
Hingham, MA
$10-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
There's nothing I'd rather do than care for a loving animal! I am both a cat/dog lover and professional cat/dog sitter! I was an in-home overnight dog sitter for 5 weeks last summer and I had such a great experience, it didn't even feel like a job! I took the dog for walks every day, took him to the groomers, prepared his...
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I provide pet care in your home or mine. My four children love the company of having pets visit our home and run around with them in our fenced in backyard!
We have experience with dogs, cats and birds.
Kristina can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hi everyone! I am 19 years old from Hanover Ma and I love dogs! I would be happy assisting with walking, feeding, or any pet needs! I have experience with dog sitting and love all dogs! I am definitely looking for some opportunities to help with pet needs throughout the summer!
Anna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Pet sitter with experience with pet/house sitting. Can watch dog at your house while you are away. Comfortable walking dog, and transporting if necessary. Years of experience with references upon request.
Susan can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I love animals and have taken care of many friends/family's animals when they go away! I have house sat, while taking care of animals and even just gone to let someones animal outside and fed them if the person was away for the day, or for a few! Even taken peoples dogs for a few days. I have a chocolate lab myself and love dogs...
Kayla can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding
Sarah S.
Norwell, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I grew up with a Lab and then later a Dachshund. I owned a wonderful Jack Russell Terrier for 15 years. After his passing, I started taking in friends dogs and cats when they went on vacation. This could be from 1-10 days that the dogs lived with my family in Norwell. In some situations I went to their house and walked the dogs...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Hi my name is Holly, I have grown up with dogs my whole life . At one time we had a poodle a St Bernard and a German Shepard . Over the years many sizes and breeds. The past 20 years I have had boxers currently I have a sweet boxer Mia her sister Maggie passed in July of cancer. Also my children brought home cats this summer! We...
Jaima L.
Marshfield, MA
$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
At Any Gathering I Am Always The One On The Floor With The Pets
I've been dog, cat, house sitting for most of my life - especially more since moving to Massachusetts. I love pets, adore taking walks with the pups especially, and am very responsible. I do not have a fenced yard, but I'd be happy to board a dog or cat at my home and make sure they are well loved, and cared for.
I'm free most...
Jaima can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
My name is Ashleigh located in the South Shore of Massachusetts. I currently work remote and full-time for a tech company. I have prior experience working at nonprofits and dog day cares as an office manager, pen assistant and overnight boarding attendant. Although I am no longer in the industry full-time, I still enjoy pet...
Ashleigh can also help with: Pet sitting
Hailey C.
Hull, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I currently have a 2-year-old lab mix and have grown up with many different breeds. I have experience with senior dogs and worked for a family watching their senior golden retriever for a little over a year. I have experience with giving dogs medications and dog sitting for a few weeks at a time. I am a dog lover and would take...
Hailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Scituate, MA
Christine R.
5.0
Christine and her family has looked after our dog Loki on a few occasions. She always keeps us up to date with pictures on how Loki is doing at her house. He always has fun over there with her kids and it's like his home away from home while we are on vacation. She always takes such good care of...
- Kelsey P.
Jack D M.
5.0
Jack was wonderful caring for our rescue dog. He was attentive caring and experienced and always let us know how she was doing by pictures and video.
- Care member
Alexandra C.
5.0
We hired Alexandra to take care of our pug, Chewy, during our vacation and she did an excellent job. She communicated with us every step of the way, sent pictures and video of Chewy while we were away and loved and cared for him like he was her own. Chewy is usually nervous around new people and...
- Patricia S.
Kimberly U.
5.0
Kimberly watched my two cats while I was away and did an amazing job- I came home to two happy, brushed, well fed cat. They still had fresh water in their bowls and their litter boxes were completely clean. I would highly recommend Kimberly and look forward to having her watch my fur babies in the...
- Kathryn C.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Scituate, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Scituate, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Scituate, 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 Scituate, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Scituate, 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 Scituate, MA is $14.25.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Scituate, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Scituate, 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 Scituate, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Scituate, 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 Scituate, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Scituate, 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.