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Morgan M.

Swampscott, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Morgan and I'm a physician assistant student graduating in December. I'm currently on my clinical rotations and I'm looking for a temporary position while I finish school and wait for my licensure to process, which typically takes 4-8 months after graduation. I am new to using an app for dog sitting, but I have...
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Erin Y.

Swampscott, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner who has grown up with a variety of breeds both small and large. Current dog mom to a 2yr old Aussie so high-energy pups are no problem. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming with notice.
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Victoria O.

Cant Wait To Meet Your Non Human Family Member!!

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
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 !!

Nicole L. says "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...

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Amy H.

Lifetime Animal Lover

Peabody, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have been pet sitting for over 20 years. I love all animals especially dogs big and small!! Some call me the dog whisper-er. I have always stayed at the pet's house so they feel comfortable. I have experience in giving meds to dogs and cats. I also have watched hamsters, parakeets, parrots, guinea pigs, and fish. I have any...

Nicole M. says "Amy is AMAZING! We have a literal zoo and an elderly parent and Amy handles it all with such ease. She truly cares for them, is patient, kind and...

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Suzanne W.

Beverly, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a preschool teacher who has had many wonderful pets over the years including dogs, cats, and a tegu. I'm a volunteer at a Wolf Educational Facility and assist in caring for 7 wolves and one wolf dog hybrid. I pet sit for friends and family as needed and I love/am comfortable with many kinds of animals. I'm active and...

Jillian B. says "Suzanne has been wonderful in walking my dog. I would recommend her to anyone looking for pet care."

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Kyle W.

Pet Sitter With Experience

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I provide dog, cat or practically any pet sitting in your home. I have worked in the animal care field for over a decade now and I am available all day on any day. I have worked at and volunteered at multiple animal hospitals throughout high school and college including Danvers Animal Hospital and New England Veterinary Clinic....

Tara M. says "Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."

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Ellie D.

Part Time Pet Sitter

East Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
boarding
pet sitting
I am very comfortable and loving towards animals. I live on a farm and have had cats and dogs all throughout my life. Right now, I actually own two adoring beasts, a Saint Bernard and a Golden Retriever. Both are over 100 lbs but could not be more loving and happy. I also have two pet cats that love to cuddle and are indoor/...
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Krista K.

Dog Sitting In My Home

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
Hello! My name is Krista. I have been a dog owner for 25years and a dog lover forever! I have had experience with puppies all the way up to our 14-year-old sweet lab who has now passed on. I currently have a 2-year-old playful shipoo named Benny and a sweet, 4-year-old Shichon named Chewy. I provide boarding to any small dogs...

Harald O. says "Krista boarded our puppy Hunter, she is extremely professional, caring, communicates well, and a wonderful and responsible dog mom. Thank you Krista!"

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Ty G.

Pet Care

Salem, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I have been always crazy for pets, so I started to work in a shelter in 2009. We have been rescued animals from street, taking care of them and get them ready for adoption. I have experience with dogs from different sizes and behaviors. I lot of them were rescued with traumas, so we also have to work on their psychological...
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Angelica C.

Animal Sitting

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have a well trained 4-year-old German shepherd and love all kinds of animals. I've personally had fish, dogs, hamsters and have sat for dogs and reptiles. If you need care for your pet while you are away, I can help you out and take care of your loved one!
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Amy T.

Dog Walking/Pet Sitting Available

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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.

Care Member says "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...

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Leondine P.

Marblehead, MA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I love dogs & cats so much, taking care of them would be a great opportunity. I am patient, reliable and great at multitasking. I don't have a car so I can do anything that doesn't require transportation. I can pet sit, groom, walk, and of course entertain your pets. I have a 3 legged pitbull, she's 6 years old. I can handle...
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Priyanka V.

Pet Sitter

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
grooming
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I have had dogs since I was in middle school. I recently brought back 3 dogs from a small country in Africa , where I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer. I've been taking care of my neighbor's pets (cats and dogs) since high school. I have also taken care of birds and fish (a beta fish was my first pet!) I am very friendly and...
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Alexa F.

Self-employed With A Busy Pet-sitting Side Gig

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
Hey, I'm Alexa. I have a thriving side gig as a dog and cat boarder and I also offer cat check-ins, and on-occasion, dog walks. I have 50+ five-star reviews on a popular pet-sitting app and have been doing this for 4. 5 years. For boarding, I only take one pet or one family of pets at a time. I book boarding stays a bit ahead...

Stephen N. says "Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty...

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Anna D.

Wakefield, MA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am an energetic dog-sitter who is ready to love your pet! I've had over 7 years of experience watching dogs of all ages and sizes, and have grown-up raising dogs of my own. I am willing to provide dog-sitting on your home, and am confident in my dog-walking abilities as well!
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Christine M.

Pet Care Provider

Malden, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I offer dog sitting in your own home. I'm a huge dog lover. My whole life I have had multiple pets, including 4 dogs overall. I enjoy dogs of any breed, all sizes, and any age. I will walk and feed your dog.
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Jennifer H.

A'waggin Good Time Pet Sitting

Saugus, MA

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is Jennifer. Child Care - I have lots of experience providing childcare for all ages. I currently take care of 18-month-old twins and am looking for other care giver opportunities when I am free. Dog Care - I have one dog of my own and grew up with dogs all my life. I had recently taken a K-9 course and...
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Leidy P.

Pet Sitter Available

Winthrop, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
The last year I have been pet sitting dogs , spending time with them and taking care of them when the owners are traveling. I feed them and walk them.
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Stephanie D.

Child Care/Pet Sitter

Winthrop, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have extensive experience in both child and pet care. In terms of child care, I have many years of babysitting experience, as well as a history of work as a camp counselor, swim instructor, ski instructor, and elementary school teacher. I was an ESL teacher for two years, and a fifth grade teacher for four years. I have...
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Brianna B.

Dog Sitter

Revere, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs, cats or any other animal. I have three dogs at my house and love them all. I had my dogs for at least 3 years each one. My dogs names are ozzy, Thor, and zoey. I will love to take care of your pets as well. I think animals can make wonderful friends and the bond is imaginable.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Swampscott, MA

Dog Sitters in Swampscott, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Victoria O.

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....

- Nicole L.

Amy H.

Amy is AMAZING! We have a literal zoo and an elderly parent and Amy handles it all with such ease. She truly cares for them, is patient,...

- Nicole M.

Suzanne W.

Suzanne has been wonderful in walking my dog. I would recommend her to anyone looking for pet care.

- Jillian B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Swampscott, MA

Dog sitters near you in Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, MA is $15.00.

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