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Jennifer S.

Worcester, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Proud dog owner of an Australian Shepard and bordie collie mix who were very high energy! I have experience in dog walking and cat sitting.
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Ava D.

Pet Loving College Student!

Holden, MA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've grown up with pets and currently have a dog and a cat. I used to work on a farm so I'm very comfortable caring for animals of all kinds. I'm available for home visits to let out and feed, walks, or pet sitting in your home.
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Jessica A.

Pet Sitting, Boarding, Walking

Worcester, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Vet tech with 15+ years of animal care experience. I am comfortable administering medications. Experience with dogs, cats, reptiles, tarantulas, birds and most farm animals. Can provide wonderful references! Boarding, sitting, daytime adventures! Basic and Advanced life support certified Fear Free Level 3 Certified AAFP...
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Joslyn R.

Rutland, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello. My name is joslyn. Live in Rutland maI take care of pets on this site. Children as well. And run errands for people. Let me make your life easier. Thanks I love cats. I have 5. I love dogs I have 2. Any other critters experience as well.
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Krystal M.

Part-time Pet Sitter Available

North Oxford, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I have 3 beautiful dogs in different shapes and sizes. I have experience with pet sitting for friends and family.
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Ally M.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Rutland, MA

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I have a 1-year-old Yorkie-poo who I am completely in love with. I seasonally work in a farmland and I am very fond of animals of all kinds. I do have allergies to cats and a tiny bit to some dogs but they are manageable.
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Kacie F.

Pet Sitter

West Brookfield, MA

from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
I will provide dog sitting in my home, I absolutely love animals, I have a pup of my own along with a 3-year-old daughter. I am very experienced with animal care, as I have grown up in a family of animal lovers/owners and before we moved here I worked at a Veterinary Clinic for 2 years.
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Caroline G.

Worcester, MA

from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I have a great love for animals and substantial experience in dealing with them. I grew up surrounded by a variety of pets, including three dogs (a whippet, a morky, and a chihuahua), two cats, a fish, and a hamster. I also had tortoises for most of my life. In addition, I took a pre-veterinary science class in high...
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Rebecca O.

Millbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
I am a private housekeeper for multiple families, and recently started pet sitting. With the recent loss of my beloved friend ( German Shepherd-Emmy:) of 12yrs, pet sitting has become more of my focus. I love being around dogs, snuggling, walking & playing. I'm good with cats too ;) overnight care done in pets home starting at...

Care Member says "With Rebecca in my home to care for my pets, I feel confident leaving for any period of time. She truly enjoys my dog and cats and gives them the love...

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Rachel A.

Part Time Dog Sitter Available

West Boylston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
grooming
I've always been an animal lover since an early age. I grew up with a lab/golden retriever. I've taken care of numerous amounts of dogs in the past. From a Newfoundland to a jack Russell terrier to a wheaten terrier to a small toy dog. Most of the dogs I'm around are hypoallergenic, as I have allergies and it makes the living...

Nicole E. says "Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending...

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Madison S.

Westborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello I'm Madison and I'm an Elementary Education major studying at the University of Rhode Island. I have always loved animals and have been taking care of my three dogs my whole life. I also dog sit and dog walk for several people in my home town. I am very energetic and caring and will always make your pet my top priority.

Care Member says "hiring Madison to care for sick sister’s 2 cats allowed me the peace of mind to sleep at night! she’s reliable, real quick to answer or send texts,...

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Deborah W.

Part Time Dog Walker/care Taker

Holland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Owned pets my entire life- cats and dogs. Worked PT at Sturbridge Vet. I have always adopted dogs and spend a tremendous amount of time with my pups playing, walking and hiking! Over 10 years of dog sitting care locally

Edward A. says "Could not ask for more. - Hired Deborah because I broke my foot and could not walk my 100lb puppy. He is a wild boy. Deborah handles him in a caring,...

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Joyce C.

Experienced Professional Reliable Sitter

Worcester, MA

from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I started caring for my own dog, cat and rabbits at a very young age. My pet sitting business offers pet sitting in clients' homes, overnights and other services like Reiki and animal communication. I love providing pet services that allow my clients to relax and enjoy their vacation. I'd describe my personality as nurturing,...
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Michele R.

Child Care Professional Looking For Pet Sitting To Increase Hours

South Grafton, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 20 years of child care experience as a babysitter, nanny, preschool/kindergarten teaching assistant, lead teacher, and substitute teacher. I have taken care of children in more than 25 private homes including a lot of pets. I used to nanny for a family where the father was a veterinarian and the mother was a horse...
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Riley D.

Sutton, MA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
Hi I'm Riley! I have had dogs since the day I was born, I currently have 2 boxers, a guinea pig, and a horse! I grew up dog sitting, cat sitting, fish sitting, and horse sitting so if you have any animals in need of care I would love to help! I am reliable, trustworthy, and the biggest animal lover!
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Hailey B.

Barre, MA

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Hailey, and I am from barre Massachusetts. I have experience sitting many sizes and breeds of dogs in my 7 years of pet sitting. I give the owner picture updates as well as texts as I care for their pet during the pet sitting time. I am very communicated and strive to give the best service possible.
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Mary Ellen K.

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Woodstock, CT

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting in your home. I am an experienced pet owner. I love dogs, of all sizes and ages. I have experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am retired after 34 years with the same company, and can furnish references on request.
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Becky L.

Pet Sitter

Northbridge, MA

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Growing up I spent summers on a farm in Vermont and helped care for a variety of animals. I have dog sat several times, making sure the dogs were cared for on all levels. Feeding, walking and lots of love and attention. I enjoy getting out and walking dogs and throwing a frisbee or ball, if that is what the dog enjoys. I feel I...
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Annemarie H.

Whitinsville, MA

from
$13/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have dog sat for many different breeds of dogs over the course of 6 years and also have cat sit 2 cats for 4 years. I am very tidy and love playing with the animals.
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Aislinn L.

Palmer, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I used to dog sit in highschool! & I do occasionally for my friends /family when they go away on vacation. I can walk feed and watch dogs.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Spencer, MA

Dog Sitters in Spencer, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Rebecca O.

With Rebecca in my home to care for my pets, I feel confident leaving for any period of time. She truly enjoys my dog and cats and gives...

- Care member

Rachel A.

Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and...

- Nicole E.

Madison S.

hiring Madison to care for sick sister’s 2 cats allowed me the peace of mind to sleep at night! she’s reliable, real quick to answer or...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Spencer, MA

Dog sitters near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, MA is $17.00.

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