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Valentina S.

Experienced Dog Walker

West Roxbury, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I love animals and have been working and volunteering with cats and dogs for years. I have volunteered at a shelter to walk and train dogs with positive reinforcement. I am happy to take your best friend on a long walk or play at a dog park. I also have fostered and adopted multiple cats. I have some small animal...
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Boston, MA

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
As a dedicated cat and dog keeper, I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for the well-being of pets. My approach combines professional knowledge with a heartfelt commitment to providing exceptional care for both dogs and cats. I excel in creating enriching environments tailored to each animal's needs, ensuring...
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Enthusiastic Babysitter And Petsitter Available For Metro Boston Area And Cambridge

Brookline, MA

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Babysitting Experience: As a teenager, I babysat regularly and loved every moment of it, so I'm excited to get back into it now. I enjoy engaging kids with creative activities and ensuring they have a fun, safe environment. I am looking forward to building new relationships with families! Pet Care Experience: Senior Dogs: I...
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Dog-loving Tufts Student

Medford, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Having grown up surrounded by pets, I am a huge animal lover! My family has fostered over 50 puppies and kittens for our local animal shelter so I am well versed in potty and obedience training. We also have three dogs of our own - two German Shepherds and one King Charles mix so I have experience walking small and large dogs as...
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Dog Walking/sitting/transport

Arlington, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm a long term volunteer at Dakin Humane Society in Springfield MA as well as a dog mom to two small dogs, one who's 13 and the other 7 months. I have my own car and have trained experience working with animals in a shelter and veterinary setting.
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Dog Walking & Animal Care +

Dedham, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Run my own dog walking pet care service from home! Need a dog walker? Last minute drop-in potty break for your animal? Or maybe you're going away for a week and need long term care? Reliable and trusted dog walker, with experience from small to large dogs. No behavior or need for an animal is going to keep me away from caring...
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Loves Dogs

Westwood, MA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I have had dogs all of my life until my Westie passed recently. Sometimes I had two at a time. When my older dog began slowing down, I would get a puppy. The puppy perks up the older dog, as well as, the older dog, helps to train the puppy to go outside. I was considering fostering my next dog. My grown children think I need a...
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Allston, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
dog training
+ 1 more
Hello, I grew up with a dog that I helped raise from a puppy. I have also pet sat for a few neighbors and am familiar with training dogs. I love animals of all shapes and sizes and will care for them as if they were my own.
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Boston, MA

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$15/hr
Pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
dog training
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Madison. I am 19 years old and have had a variety of pets my entire life. I have had mainly larger dogs so I know how to handle them well. I have a lot of experience training puppies and brining up more stubborn dogs as I have recently raised a Doberman Pinscher. I also have a few cats and love to take care of them as...
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Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have two consecutive years of experience in pet/house sitting for dogs and cats, as well as dog walking. I've worked with young puppies still learning/training, up to elderly doggos, and I have experience administering oral medications. I'm happy to spend extended quality time with your furry friends, getting in a good run...
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Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
Dog training
boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I love dogs and cats and I would love to help with yours. I have done an online dog's training that it can help. I trained my dogs and it worked pretty well.
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Responsible Smile Guardian

Lexington, MA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I'm Qinqing, you can call me Juliet I hold a caregiver's degree in China. I am a passionate and patient pet dog caregiver who is passionate about establishing close connections with furry companions. With one year of experience in taking care of dogs, I am well aware of the needs and preferences of pets. I love dogs and...
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Waltham, MA

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$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a very patient, caring and energetic individual who loves animals. I grew up in a farm in Argentina and visit at least once a year or so. I have an adorable dog named Luna who is curious like a cat. She grew up around cats and is such a cuddle ball that follows me around the house. My older sister has trained dogs and...
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Waltham, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
dog training
grooming
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of pets for a period of 8 years and I know I'm friendly to pets because I love animals since I have a dog and a cat at my house. I'm ready to take up any task concerning any pet especially when it comes to pet sitting, walking, training and disposing off pet waste. I'm very okay with any pet and of course...
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Loving And Patient Sitter

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello! I used to walk dogs within my neighborhood in the past, so I have experience dealing with dogs that are not my own. Additionally, I have 2 labs of my own that I raised/trained and constantly take care of. I'm a huge pet lover (especially dogs), so any time with any sort of pet would make my day!
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I Love Dogs! I Have 3 Of My Own. They Are My Family!

Brookline, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
+ 1 more
This world is a better place because of furry friends. I have a brother with autism and have assisted in training his service dogs. They have been such a blessing to myself and my family. I have a brother with autism, whenever he is ill, my dogs are right by his side. They do not leave him nor go rest until he is better. I...
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Overnight Dog Sitter At YOUR Service!

Belmont, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Tyler and I'm excited to meet your pup! I've cared for dogs since I was a child. Having grown up in the South and having a DIY dad, we took care of all of our dogs needs at home, including grooming, nail clipping, and bathing which I now do for my dog and friend's. Since moving to Boston, I have sat and cared for...
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I LOVE Dogs!!

Boston, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
boarding
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
NOTE: I'm allergic to cats. My acceptance is conditioned on meeting dog at least 24 hrs prior. I want your pup happy. My life has been dog centered. I began showing dogs at age 11 and worked with internationally known veterinary ophthalmologist and in an emergency animal clinic as vet tech. With over 30 yrs training & showing...
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Jamaica Plain, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Dog training
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Mary. Dogs have always been such a big part of my life, and it feels like a dream to make them the focus of my part-time career! I graduated from Miami University in 2012 where I spent most of my free time volunteering for a rescue with Rescue Angels, in Boston, MA. I love learning anything I can about dog...
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Lifelong Dog Lover

Boston, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
As a lifelong dog lover, I've grown up with pups and have cared for them for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I've provided everything from dog sitting and walking to boarding, always with a focus on making sure each dog feels safe, happy, and loved! I have a 2-year-old Australian Shepherd of my own who I trained...
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  • 60 dog trainers are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated dog trainers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog training near you in Newton Highlands, MA

On average, dog training near you in Newton Highlands, MA costs $15.00 per hour. That being said, training your dog can range from group classes to individual sessions with a professional and the average cost will depend on various factors, such as where you live, the type of training you receive, home training or board and train, the intensity level and the method used.

Hiring a dog trainer near you in Newton Highlands, MA is an excellent opportunity to invest in the health and happiness of your furry best friend. A professional animal behavior specialist will be able to customize a training program tailored to you and your pup's lifestyle, from crate training to advanced commands. They have the knowledge needed to train your pup out of any behavioral issues, and to teach them new skills that will help them for years to come.

The rate at which you should visit a professional dog trainer near you in Newton Highlands, MA depends on the individual needs of your pet and how quickly they progress through their training program. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you visit your trainer at least once every few months or so in order to continue reinforcing their progress. However if you feel your pet is struggling then more frequent visits may be necessary until their skills improve. Some trainers may offer board and train services, which would also impact the amount of time you'd invest in training.

To find good dog trainers or dog obedience classes near you in Newton Highlands, MA, you can start your search on Care.com. Not only can you sort dog trainer profiles by location and price, but you can read reviews from their current and former customers. That way, you can gain some valuable insight from other pet parents who worked with them.

Engaging a professional dog trainer near you in Newton Highlands, MA can bring about many benefits including increased obedience and improved socialization skills which will make everyday interactions easier between you and your pup. Training classes should give you an opportunity for both you and your pet to learn new skills together which will allow them develop better problem solving abilities as well as strengthen the bond between the two of you over time which in turn will create an even deeper level of trust between one another.

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