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Find dog sitters in West Roxbury, MA that you’ll love

60 dog sitters are listed in West Roxbury, MA

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years

Dog sitters in West Roxbury, MA

Hi! My name is Jackie and I have a lifetime of experience with a wide range of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, iguanas, rabbits, and hamsters. I'd be happy to pet sit and/or take your pet for walks. I have experience administering oral medications to dogs, cats, and lizards.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We...

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Carley D.


Brookline, MA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Loving Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a high school student with many years of experience in animal care. I am currently employed at a horse farm where I care for 20+ horses and many small animals. I also have dogs, rabbits, and chickens at home. I love all animals, every shape and size!
Carley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Carley has provided afternoon care taking care of 4 horses and two dogs. She is extremely responsible and observant, asks questions if she needs to, and has been great to work with. She follows any directions I leave for her and does a great job in communicating....

Janae W.

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Viviane C.


Quincy, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional And Reliable Pet Cuddler!

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

My name is Viviane. I grew up in Quincy, have 2 dogs of my own, and have been taking care of other pets since 2018. I wanted to gain pet experience so I started volunteering at the Quincy Animal Shelter as a cat care assistant. I wanted more opportunities to help my community and learn more about pets, so I started...
Viviane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Viviane is a delightful person and clearly loves animals! We were very happy to have her take care of our cats for us. She was very thorough and attentive, and took several pictures for us (we were impressed as the cats tend to hide a lot!). We would absolutely...

Megan P.

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Maria V.


Cambridge, MA

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...
5.0
"Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."

Alysia M.

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Daisy G.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been pet sitting for friends and neighbors for over 5 years and enjoy getting to spend time with cats and dogs.
Daisy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!"

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Marta S.


Watertown, MA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Would Love To Walk/ Sit Your Cat.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs. I have stayed with many animals and am comfortable grooming, walking, feeding, playing with and caring for your pets. I am an energetic undergraduate student with a flexible schedule and look forward to meeting your pets! Please feel free to contact me to discuss...
Marta can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"I left my home and my two kitties in Marta's care when I went away for a long weekend, and she was marvelous: attentive, detail-oriented, warm, and responsible. I will absolutely contact her again for pet-care and after I have my baby in a few months for childcare,...

Sara T.

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Angela M.


Cambridge, MA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years experience dog sitting and dog walking. I love dogs of all breeds, I have 2 dogs myself (both giant german shepards), but I love small dogs just as much. I have 5+ years of dog sitting, dog walking, and taking care of other animals such as fish, cats, and rodents. I would absolutely LOVE the chance to help...
Angela can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Kayleen H.


Boston, MA

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"

Bijit K.

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Ty B.


Quincy, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Dog Or Cat Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for several families who have pets that I care for daily as well as when they are away. I had my own large breed dog for 12 years and also grew up with dogs and cats! I have cared for many kitties and doggies throughout the Boston and south shore area.
5.0
"Ty was taking care of my elder cat for an extended period and she was really happy with her. She would text me and send me a photo every day. She also stuck around despite my grumpy cat's bad behavior and did an extra visit last moment when I realize I have...

Teodora T.

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Faofizah S.


Quincy, MA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Detail Oriented Sitter With A Ton Of Empathy

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a pet parent and have always been an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish. I have 4 years of paid pet sitting experience and 3 additional years of volunteer work with animals. I am an energetic, young professional who loves and enjoys the company of animals. My most recent sitting...
Faofizah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away. "

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Maria P.


Brookline, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Professonal Pet Sitting

Hello, I hope you are doing well! My name is Maria. I am an experienced and caring pet sitter. I grew up with dogs and cats and professionally cared for pers for the past 3 years. My dream is to grow my own pet boarding school. I am looking for adorable dogs or cats to board at my house, and potentially build a connection with...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Maria took care of Pepina, my 7 years-old Bichon Frisé, for a week. During my time away, she sent me pictures and updates on how she was doing reassuring me that Pepina was feeling comfortable and having fun. She is very social an active, and Maria took her for...

Emily J.

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Desiree R.


Boston, MA

$14-25/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible Dog Lover!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

To say I'm a dog lover is an understatement! I had a dog of my own, so I know the ins and outs of caring for one. I don't have the schedule yet to own a dog of my own, so caring for other dogs is the next best thing! I don't have any preference of size or energy level, so I would love to tend to the needs of yours whenever you...
Desiree can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"We feel so blessed to have met Desiree! She pet sat our Mia last night while we were in town for a family wedding. Desiree is absolutely lovely! She was a joy to meet and was kind and attentive to Mia. She was the best! One would be very fortunate to have Desiree...

Pam M.

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Cathy F.


Somerville, MA

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals and have been a distributor for holistic pet food for 15+years. I have been a dog walker off and on for the past 12+years. I have been a pet sitter for my neighbor for the last 16 years. I take care of their cats when they go on vacation every June for a week. They have at...
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"I have hired dog walkers in the past, but Cathy stands out from the rest. Her rates are very reasonable in comparison to other places and she provides excellent service. She really cares for my puppy like she was her own. I never worry about my pup while at work...

nancy G.

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Sarah S.


Natick, MA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have worked with dogs, cats, and chickens.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We have hired Sarah for extended stays multiple times to care for our cats. She is highly responsible, trustworthy, respectful, caring and attentive. She is diligent to follow the instructions we leave about feeding and caring for our cats needs. She sends us...

Helida J.

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Diana S.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I looove animals. I miss so much my cats and dogs in Colombia where I am from. As I miss them so much I have decided to be a sitter
Diana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Kamell P.


Cambridge, MA

$32/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kamell, I've always had animals since I was younger from guinea pigs, birds, rabbits, etc. I've also worked as a dog walker and pet sitter for 5 years now!
Kamell can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"She really knows how to work with dogs and get them comfortable before the walk. My dog acts like a tough guy but he warmed up to her quickly."

William C.

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Julia L.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Julia. I would love to help you take care of your pets. I'm head over heels with dogs and cats of any breed, age or size. I have been a dog walker/sitter in the Boston area for about 6 years now. I started out with walking apps, and then spent about 3 years collectively working for dog walking companies and...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also...

Kaitlin S.

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Lauren H.


Brookline, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I have my bachelors and masters in social work. I love animals and have experience with multiple dog sitting jobs as well as having pets my entire life. I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Susan S.


Braintree, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Had A Dog For 15 Yrs And Have A Cat

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there - I am semi-retired and work part-time for Quincy Public Schools and also work at a security desk at a condo. I am available for babysitting every day and weekends. This past year I babysat for a 5 years old boy, making him breakfast, fixing lunch and dropping him off at school. Also have been babysitting for a boy...
Susan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We were out of the country for two weeks and hired Susan to stay at the house and look after our two aging cats. She agreed and came over three times beforehand to meet and spend some time with the cats. She did an excellent job all the way through and became a...

Linda R.

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Erin V.


Quincy, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 5 years of dog sitting for small and medium-sized dogs, any dog I've met I have loved like my own! Growing up, I had 2 dachshunds and a chihuahua but have long-term sat for clients with larger dogs like sheebas, huskies, and shelties. From pet sitting, long or short walks, training, and of course taking care of my own pets,...
Erin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Erin did a great job! My dogs loved her & communicated with us daily while we were away!"

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in West Roxbury, MA

Jacquelyn J.

5.0

I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We found Jacquelyn through Care.com and...

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Carley D.

5.0

Carley has provided afternoon care taking care of 4 horses and two dogs. She is extremely responsible and observant, asks questions if she needs to, and has been great to work with. She follows any directions I leave for her and does a great job in communicating.

- Janae W.

Viviane C.

5.0

Can not say enough positive things about Viviane! This was the first time I left my cats with someone other than family or close friend and was nervous but immediately she put me at ease! I got daily updates with pictures and knew my cats were well cared for! Would hire her again in a heartbeat (and...

- Kathleen C.

Maria V.

5.0

Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.

- Alysia M.

Daisy G.

5.0

Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!

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Dog Sitters in West Roxbury, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.