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I absolutely love my furry friends! I have cared for small dogs for many years and am excited for the opportunity to care for larger dogs and other animals as well!
Giovanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Olivia M.
Bristol, RI
$8-13/hr
5.0
(2)
I love animals! I would love to sit your dog/cat. I have two cats right now and I use to have a dog. My boyfriends family just got a puppy and I watched, walked, and played with him a lot already! I would love to take care of your pet!
Melissa D.
Fall River, MA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Love Animals Long Term Sitter. Daily! All Day! Great Trainer. Studying To Be A Vet Assistant.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Melissa! I'm an animal lover, I own two cats (and some fun reptiles!) and have had many dogs in the past both large and small. I have house sat for multiple families with multiple pets, old & young. I have experience in caring for sick or deaf/blind dogs/cats, including administering medication. I also work well with...
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa impressed me from the beginning by kneeling down to introduce herself to my dog. She is punctual, responsive and great with my dog. I love that my dog is getting focused attention during the day by someone who enjoys her high activity energy. I'm glad I...
Jean B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience with animals. When I was 14 me and a few people started a dog walking business and have been caring for some animals for a while now.
Callie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is bria and I've grown up with animals! I've always been a crazy animal lover! I've done pet sitting for many animals and their families. I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, bunnies and even fish! I wish I could do boarding at my house but I already have two cats and a ferret. I am very loving and will...
Bria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love animals and currently own 3 rescue cats. Over the years, I've owned 3 dogs, and 5 cats. I've also volunteered at local animal shelters and have pet-sit for many friends and families pets as well. I work as a veterinary technician, so I am skilled in many areas of animals. I can provide feeding, medicine, cleaning, and...
Mallory can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Mallory was great! She took care of my cat while I was away for 5 days and he was happy and well cared for. Cat's tend to be a little messy when it comes to a litter box but I came home to a very clean area. I would not hesitate to hire her again."
Lisa O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have the privilege at work to use therapy dogs for my residents at the elderly assisted living. I had two saint bernards and cats most of my life. I have loved horses all my life. I have pet sitted for many animals for most of my life.
Charlene can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Charlene was wonderful! I highly highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies. Mine were sad to see her go!!"
Care member
Sarah L.
Somerset, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a registered nurse and I am looking walk, dog or cat sit, overnight care, or drop in visits for all your pet needs! I am an ER nurse and I have a 2-year-old Australian shepherd named Pippa. I've grown up with dogs and love dogs (more than people) and am looking for a job that brings me some joy outside of the ER! I promise...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced sitter with cats and dogs of all sizes. I have had cats and dogs in the past, and I currently watch two dogs (husky mixes) on occasion, and my availability is very flexible.
Mckenzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"McKenzie has taken care of my 3 large dogs for over 4 years now. She is amazing and will care for your dogs like they are her own!"
Kathy B.
Megan C.
Newport, RI
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
My name is Megan and I'm a lifelong animal lover! I provide pet sitting in your home and dog walking. I've had two dogs and two cats so far, and I've also been a foster mom to four adorable kittens! I also have experience maintaining large fresh water fish tanks.
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Victoria D.
Acushnet, MA
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love dogs of all sizes and ages! I have previous experience pet sitting and would love to discuss if I'm the right fit for yours!
Victoria can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I have been working with animals of all types since I was a child. I have the most experience with cats and dogs; however I am also familiar with fish and birds, and small animals.
Catherine can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Joviana G.
Bristol, RI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am Jovi, I am home for Winter Break and I am an avid animal lover! I have 5 Years of experience in pet sitting and have cared for a variety of pets. My services include:
Dog Walking
Feeding and Medication
Playtime and Enrichment
Litter box/Cage Maintenance
Updates and Communication
I am a reliable, trustworthy,...
Joviana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Suad O.
Bristol, RI
$16-21/hr
Hi, I have some experience with cat and dog sitting and would love to get to know and care for your pet!
Suad can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting, dog walking, or anything of the sort. I have always had a deep love for animals and have had many of my own. I have been a dog mom for my entire life, I have had big & small dogs, dog aggressive & extremely friendly, high-anxiety & chill, dogs who pull on a leash & easy to walk dogs, I am extremely...
Hayley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Always taking care of friend's animals and of course my own! Always doing something active outside, especially taking the dogs for walks on the beach :)
Rachael can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
I have always had a dog in my household and have plenty of experience with walking, exercising, and playing with dogs in addition to feeding and disciplining them when necessary. I have cared for large dogs, small dogs, calm dogs, and very high-energy ones as well.
Georgia can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm a energetic, reliable and caring young woman. I've worked with children, animals and also have a few years of cleaning experience (basics +deep cleaning) I usually go above and beyond my original task. I take pride in what ever I'm doing when I've tried my best. And my goal is to impress who I work for with my skills,...
Ellia can also help with: Window washing, organization, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Emma and I am a student at Roger Williams University. I have had a dog for 15 years who sadly passed last year, and a cat I grew up with for 16 years. I miss having my furry friend companions, but learned so much about taking care of them throughout my life. I am fun and outgoing yet provide a calm aura during...
Emma can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Hi there, my name is Shannon and
I am 38 years old. I have more than 20+ years of experience in Pet Care. I also am a volunteer at Potter League for many years as well. I've also worked for Petco for about 3 years now. I have also worked for many years and also I work with a lady periodically when she goes out of town on...
Shannon can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in South Dartmouth, MA
Melissa D.
5.0
Melissa has been really great with our two Belgian malinois as they can be a little tough at times. She always shows up and is flexible if we need to adjust our schedule last minute.
Our dogs are very high energy but she didn't seem phased by them at all, she keeps up with them and really bonded...
- Kristina N.
Mallory R.
5.0
Mallory was great! She took care of my cat while I was away for 5 days and he was happy and well cared for. Cat's tend to be a little messy when it comes to a litter box but I came home to a very clean area. I would not hesitate to hire her again.
- Lisa O.
Charlene P.
5.0
Charlene was wonderful! I highly highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies. Mine were sad to see her go!!
- Care member
Mckenzie F.
5.0
McKenzie has taken care of my 3 large dogs for over 4 years now. She is amazing and will care for your dogs like they are her own!
- Kathy B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in South Dartmouth, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in South Dartmouth, MA?
Dog sitters near you in South Dartmouth, 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 South Dartmouth, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in South Dartmouth, 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 South Dartmouth, MA is $14.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in South Dartmouth, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South Dartmouth, 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 South Dartmouth, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in South Dartmouth, 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 South Dartmouth, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in South Dartmouth, 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.