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Grace H.

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Wayland, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Grace. I'm a current dental student at Boston University who loves animals. I have paid experience sitting for cats and dogs, as well as dog walking. I'm capable of walking, feeding, grooming, distributing medicine, and anything else your animal may need!
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Lauren C.

Wayland, MA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Lauren and I am a rising senior at Providence College. I love animals and have worked pet sitting for dogs and cats for over 5 years. I have had a dog consistently during my life. My last dog was over 200 pounds so I am comfortable walking large animals.
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Julio A.

Wayland, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have over 10 years helping with pets and dog sitting for clients. I can assist with other house tasks as needed . Very friendly and professional adult.
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Ella L.

Wayland, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have over 3 years of experience caring for dogs of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. From playful puppies to senior dogs, I've handled daily walks, feeding, playtime, and overnight sitting. I grew up with family dogs, so I'm comfortable managing everything from high-energy breeds to laid-back companions. Families trust me to...
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Charissa P.

Enthusiastic Animal Lover/ Elder Companionship

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been working with a variety of animals, ranging from your domestic house pets to larger animals such as, horses, donkeys, goats, chickens, pigs, etc. I have been caring for these animals for over 15 years. I provide services such as, dog walking, pet sitting (in your home), pet waste clean-up and basic dog obedience. I...

Care Member says "Charissa is a kind and compassionate woman who has brought goodness to my elderly aunt. She has stepped in and helped with household chores, pet care,...

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Leah P.

Best Dog Sitter You'll Find!

Marlborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 3 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting! I am a huge animal lover and also do dog walking/ overnight pet sitting throughout the week! I have worked with many animals around my neighborhood and surrounding towns!

Michelle C. says "Leah was wonderful with our dog! She is kind and took good care of her! I would absolutely hire her again!"

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Kayleen H.

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.

Bijit K. says "Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is...

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Gloria M.

Pet Sitter

Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a homemaker, full time dog sitter, dog walker and beginner trainer. I'd love to care for your special family member and treat them as my very own. My priority is making your dog happy and feel loved. I come to your place because animals feel more comfortable in there own environment.

Cathy R. says "Gloria really cares about animals. My dog loves her and is excited to see her. She is an amazing pet sitter!"

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Sierra V.

Animal Lover

West Newton, MA

5.0(0)
from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sierra. I love animals more than people most of the time because well have you met a dog I have years of experience Dog sitting to even watching pet snakes.
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Caroline P.

Needham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.

Bonnie J. says "Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!"

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Melanie Z.

Awesome Professional Dog Walker/sitter Available!

Framingham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi there! I am a huge dog lover and looking for dog walking sitting opportunities and dog sitting opportunities! I have two dogs and a cat of my own. I used to work at Best Friends pet care for 6 years in Sudbury as a kennel/activities associate. My job responsibilities including feeding the animals, walking the dogs, playtimes,...
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Brenda C.

Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care. Available For Sitting While You Are Away.

Sudbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 29 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
dog training
+ 1 more
My name is Brenda. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I have been a dog sitter, walker, boarder, and trainer for several years. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with a household of furry friends, and I couldn't imagine my life without...

Care Member says "Brenda is a A++ pet sitter. Took great care of our pets and provided excellent communication when we were away. Highly recommend!"

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Jessica T.

Love Animals!

Framingham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Super outgoing and energetic pet sitter/ dog walker. I love all animals and I'm excited to meet yours!
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Angela I.

Friendly Responsible Pet Sitter

West Newton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a friendly and enthusiastic person and have a lot of experience working with animals. My duties usually involve walking, feeding and overnight sitting. I have three years of experience in pet care, and my aim is always to deliver quality care and adore your pet as much as you do! Although I'm comfortable helping you take...

Nicholas C. says "Angela has been walking my lab Mac as needed for a few years now. She's very dependable and loves Mac, and he is always very excited to see her too! I...

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Charisse M.

Weekend Dog Walker And Sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Friendly dog lover/owner of 9yrs, looking for extra weekend work. I enjoy going for safe adventures, on-leash walks, and drives with my dog. I would offer the same care that I give to my own dog. Let's throw the ball around or play tug of war. Does your dog love snuggles, scratches, and massages too? Are they relentless with...

Jen B. says "Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven to be one of our...

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Aimee M.

Part-Time Dog Sitter and Walker

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Lifelong dog owner and lover! From small mixed breeds, to Great Danes and German Shepherds, to the wee little Jack Russell Terriers, I love them all and am great with dogs and puppies! I am flexible and versatile in scheduling to play, visit, walk, slow jog, practice training exercises, short-term dog sit, and keep your dog...

Janet P. says "Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy! Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home. Thanks to...

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Yulia G.

Pet-sitter

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I started to take care of cats and dogs when I was 6 years old. As a child, I was very interested in all types of animals, so I have had as a pet: fish, lizards, parrots, hamsters, and turtles. No snakes, though:) I have almost five years of a cat-sitter experience.

Care Member says "Yulia has been sitting for my cat Missy whenever I go away for many months now! She is so very dependable, loves animals and takes the very best care of...

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Kathryn B.

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet sitting for dogs and cats. I have 7+ years experience taking care of pets, as both a stop-in and as a live-in sitter. I have also been in charge of taking care of the house, retrieving mail, and watering plants. I love all cats and dogs, and I'm open to taking care of other pets, but cats and dogs are where my...

Jessica P. says "She is very dependable, shows up on time and the amount of times she needs to (usually twice a day to feed the cats) while doing everything on the to-do...

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Orly E.

Dedicated Pet/House Sitter And Animal Lover

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Orly, I am an experienced pet and house sitter from Cleveland, OH. I have been working with animals for several years with great references. While I've mainly worked with dogs and cats, I'm a quick study and am always open to learning more about all types of animals.

Erin S. says "Orly has watched our animals several times and we couldn't ask for a better sitter. She's easy to communicate with and we always come back to happy, well...

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Cayla L.

Framingham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
Meowsome Pet Service Pawsitive love and care for your pets! Being a loving fur mom to my cats, I know how important it is to leave your pets with someone who you can trust to keep them safe, that is why I started pet sitting and now expanding into my own business. Experience with medicine administration, overnight sitting,...

Julia M. says "I couldn't have asked for a better person to watch my sweet cat Violet. Cayla was incredibly attentive, informative, and a wonderful best friend to my cat....

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.25/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Wayland, MA

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

Charissa P.

Charissa is a kind and compassionate woman who has brought goodness to my elderly aunt. She has stepped in and helped with household chores,...

- Care member

Leah P.

Leah was wonderful with our dog! She is kind and took good care of her! I would absolutely hire her again!

- Michelle C.

Kayleen H.

Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and...

- Bijit K.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wayland, MA

Dog sitters near you in Wayland, 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 Wayland, 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 Wayland, MA is $16.25.

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