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Angelica B.
Brookline, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting or walking in your own home. Additionally, I have ridden horses for 15 years, and used to own a horse of my own. I love animals of all sizes and ages and would be happy to perform baths and light grooming.
Angelica can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Genie B.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Loving, compassionate and warm dog lover with a psychology masters. I have over 2 years of professional pet care/sitting/walking experience. I have a special interest in pet emotion/behavioral health!
Genie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I am from Glenburn, Maine, and I am currently a sophomore at Stonehill College. I went to John Bapst High School in Bangor, where I participated in basketball, soccer, and track. At Stonehill, I am the captain of the club soccer team, and I am majoring in biology. I will be living at home in Glenburn so I am looking for a...
Tia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Isabel S.
Brighton, MA
$8-13/hr • 2 yrs exp
Current graduate student who loves animals! I have three cats back home in Wisconsin. I used to pet sit dogs, cats, fish, chickens, frogs, hawks, and geese all at the same time for my professor!
Isabel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Caitlyn H.
Brighton, MA
$15-40/hr
Hi! I have owned animals since I was born and have loved them to the fullest. I currently have an American bully of my own and absolutely love him. I've been dog walking for others and pet sitting for about six years now and I love all of the experiences.
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've been working with pets for about two years. Is one of the most fulfilling activities I do. Experienced with dogs, but willing to work with other animals too.
Melisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kim and I am a lifelong pet lover and owner. I love all animals and we currently have an 11-year-old Havanese dog. Prior to her we had labs, as well as guinea pigs, cats and rabbits. I have dog sat for many friends and family, and have pet sat for a couple of wonderful families, who have hired me on here and use...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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"Kim was great to work with, great communication and took terrific care of our little dog. I'm happy to recommend Kim."
Charles P.
Chayenne C.
Randolph, MA
$12-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
I provide a dog sitting in your own home. I will give your dog a walk if you would like me to do so. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I have experience with dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds.
Chayenne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Roberta B.
Roslindale, MA
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Roberta. I happen to be a proud parent of 2 dogs and an aunt of 5. My whole family is a big animal lover, especially dogs. All of them have these awesome creatures and treat them as their own child (they definitely are). I've worked in a veterinary clinic so I've dealt with lots of animals and types of personalities. I...
Roberta can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine
Maria Camila V.
Brighton, MA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I will be happy to pet-sitting for your family! I have had dogs and cats throughout my life and I know how to take care of them properly. I am willing to take your dog(s) on walks, feed them, pet them and treat them like my own. I am willing to clean the cat litter box of your cat(s), feed them, pet them and treat them like my...
Maria Camila can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Caroline W.
Dover, MA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teen Pet Sitter Available During The Week Especially The Summer Month Of August
I work at a vets office in my nearby town as a caretaker for the facility, but help around with the pets when needed. I have grown up with two dogs my entire life and am very comfortable around dogs of all sizes. I can take dogs on walks, play with them and keep them entertained and give them baths. I am available starting the...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have had dogs and cats since I was an infant and I absolutely adore them. I'm great with animals of all sizes and ages and would love to help out if needed. I have dog sat before when family friends have gone away on vacation or had to stay late at work. I look forward to hearing from you, thank you! :)
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Elizabeth G.
Newtonville, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have taken care of pets in family homes for over 15 years and have no intention of stopping! The amount of love I get from animals keeps me coming back for more. I am comfortable with waste removal, overnights, medication management, multiple pets, active walks and play, maintaining safety in and out of the home and even...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
As an animal lover and mom of two dogs I know the responsibility and all the love and care that they require. Please let me know if you do need help with that I would love to do it!
Sandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Lauren and I have been taking care of pets going on nine years. I have a dog at home of my own who is 14 years old that I've helped care for since I was very young. I have a puppy now who is the sweetest boy and he is very loved and goes for long walks every day! I am comfortable with any pets of all ages and...
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hello! My name is Grace and I love animals! I would be happy to pet sit or dog walk. I am a recent graduate of Simmons University where I studied psychology. Additionally, I have some graduate experience in Applied Behavior Analysis where I gained insight and experience in animal training. I am willing to watch over any animals...
Grace can also help with: Boarding
I have owned my own dog for 10 years and have been her sole caretaker. I have also done dog walking and sitting for all kinds of breeds on-and-off for about 5 years now. I used to cat-sit my neighbors 2 cats at least once a week for about a year.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Sarah H.
West Newton, MA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sarah, I'm a Junior in College, and have had experience taking care of pets for a while now. I have worked on a different dog walking site for a year or so. I have two dogs and a cat, Zoey, Izzy, and Noah. I have also had a bearded dragon in the past and can take care of reptiles if needed! I would love to play...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I have been a Dog Owner my whole life. I currently have 3 dogs of my own. I have experience with large and small dogs.
Zoe I.
Newton Highlands, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
In addition to childcare I also do pet sitting. I have experience with dogs and cats for 10 + years.
Zoe can also help with: Pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Westwood, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Westwood, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA is $20.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Westwood, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Westwood, 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.
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