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60 dog sitters are listed in Springfield, MA
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 5 years
Dog sitters in Springfield, MA
I love animals and have 5 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am looking forward to taking care of your pets!
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Lindsay M.
Wilbraham, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I have been pet sitting for friends and family for a few years now. I love any type of dog or cat!
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Paula Rose L.
Suffield, CT
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
hi!! I am 18 years old looking for summer job! I have owned a pet sitting business since I was 8 years old. I have cared for a variety of pets including dogs, cats, birds, axolotls, etc. I am open to regular care or every once in a while! I own a dog currently but have own many pets within my lifetime!
Paula Rose can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi, my name is Ashley and I already love your pet (even though I haven't met them yet!) In a crazy world, animals are so pure, innocent, and bring so much JOY. I am always looking to dog sit or board, I have a SUPER sweet and friendly (and fully vaccinated!) dog named Dexter who loves to socialize with other dogs. And I love...
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
Katie M.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Katie. I'm working towards my degree online, giving me a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I have always love animals, my dream job when I was younger was a veterinarian. I had four cats and a dog growing up and have a beagle now. I would pet sit for my neighbors in my hometown in New York and have gotten very...
Katie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Val and I am a current student at Springfield College. I have a wide range of experience with animals; I have volunteered at a horse farm for 3 years, pet sat for various farms with animals such as horses, dogs, sheep, chicken, birds, and of course have experience caring for all kinds of dogs. Animals make me...
Valerie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kaitlyn T.
Holyoke, MA
$15-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kit and I'm at 28-year-old animal lover and fur-parent. I have spent my entire life caring for animals, and also have several years of experience working at dog boarding facilities, daycares, and pet-sitting. I treat every dog I walk or pet-sit for as if they were my own pup (complete with lots of kisses and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have previously taken care of pets and have 6+ years of experience for pet care with the experience of having pets of my own! I love animals and especially taking care of cats and dogs- any age or size.
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love animals and have experience as a pet owner. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I would be able to walk the dog as well as provide other services like baths.
Carly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
I'm happy to provide pet sitting in your own home or daily dog walks. Or other pets if they like being out on a leash! I've previously had black labs and German shepherds. I made sure that they were well trained, so I can do some basic obedience work with your dog to make walks easier on both of us. I have one cat right now. I...
Hello, I m an animal lover for sure! I have owned dogs and cats all of my life. I will provide loving, personal care to your pet, with tons of attention and cuddling. Please reach out to me.
Janet can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
Juliette G.
Hampden, MA
$15-20/hr
Hi! I am a college student home for the summer, I have experience with house sitting, as well as dog sitting and cat sitting.
Juliette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I absolutely love animals and I have taken care of them my whole life. Anybody who knows me would say my face instantly lights up when i'm around animals, especially cats and dogs. I am fine with mostly all pets, though! I'd love to help out families that I can and look forward to the opportunities I may experience!
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Nicole L.
Chicopee, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am an animal lover and an accelerated Nursing student from UMass Amherst. I have grown up with pets all around and I looking to give a helping hand and get my animal fill. I worked as a Pet Care Tech at Petsmart and I am excited to help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have the most familiarity with dogs of all ages and...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have lived with dogs and cats my whole life. I have 4 years of pet sitting experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I have been a volunteer for over 17 years. I work with cats and kittens. I love working with feral kittens. I have my rabies vaccines and am able to work with wounded animals as well. I...
Catherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have always had a love for dogs. Everyone that knows me knows I am a dog lover. Although I do not have my own right now, I have owned dogs in the past. I have experience with puppies to senior dogs. I have trained my own dogs from the age of a puppy to adult. I love the dogs that I dog sit and walk like they are my own. I am a...
My name is Lauren and I am 18 years old. I will be graduating from high school in early June and will be heading to college in late August. I have two dogs, and I have previously had fish, rabbits, and hamsters.
I provide pet care in your home or outdoors. I am an experienced young professional with 28 years of pet owner experience, and a great list of references from over 10+ years of pet sitting work. I love cats, dogs, and farm animals. I love to take doggos on walks, cuddle, play, and perform light grooming.
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I own my own dog as well and have grown up around dogs my whole life. I am an experienced dog sitter with valid references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can walk dogs, give baths, groom when necessary, and also take to dog parks if necessary.
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting
Anneke S.
Chicopee, MA
$14-19/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I worked for Marathon Pets dog walking for three years and have owned dogs all my life. I love dogs of all sizes and ages (but am sadly allergic to cats and rabbits). Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Anneke can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Springfield, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Springfield, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA is $14.40.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Springfield, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Springfield, 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.