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Susan H.

Pet Caregiver

Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am a pet owner and animal lover and have had pets all my life. I currently have a dog, two cats and a turtle. Responsibilities include providing food and water, taking dogs out to potty and/or walks. Provide exercise and playtime. Clean up after them and clean out litter boxes. And best of all I provide companionship. Please...

David W. says "I hired Susan to watch my two rag doll Siamese cats for a week. My decision was based on Susan's personal experience, caring for her own cats and the...

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Karyn L.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Karyn. I've been helping my sister raise my niece who is now 15, and my nephew who is 12, ever since they were born. I babysat for neighborhood children all the time as a teenager. I took child care in high school for 3 years. At my previous position, I was a certified Preschool Teacher at a school in Weston, where I was...

Care Member says "Karyn was a prompt communication and did a great job engaging our 1 year old. Would use again! "

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Morgan T.

Pet Walker/Watcher

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I have raised three puppies. One of which I had in my care since she was 4 weeks old. I volunteer at Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA. I have four dogs in my neighborhood that I used to walk after school and on special occasions. I have dog sat many times before as well. I enjoy the cold and outdoors so your pet will always...
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Juliet C.

pet sitter , dog walker , vacation services

Dedham, MA

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
daily feeding
pet transportation
I am able to check in on your cats and or dogs while your away , pet taxi walking feedings and playing , Ive volunteered in a cat shelter before , walked dogs before , have given small dogs baths , Plus have had dogs and cats all my life and my children's as well , I currently have 3 indoor cats from ages 1 year , 6 years , as...

Barbara B. says "My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly."

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Maria V.

About Me

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

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

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Shannon G.

Caring Animal Lover To Suit All Of Your Needs With Plenty Of Experience!

Malden, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
I have been a pet care taker for about 5 years now. I have cared for, cleaned up after, and played with 9 newborn puppies at a time, with 3 big dogs at the same time. I have also walked dogs throughout the summer daily, and have two cats of my own that I take care of and love dearly. I am willing to provide any care and love for...
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Cathy F.

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
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...

Maria S. says "Cathy has been responsible for my pets when I have been away on vacation for a week or just a few days for over the past 16 years. Over these years, I have...

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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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Susan H.

Companion/homemaker For Seniors

Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Susan. I am a companion/homemaker and PCA. I will also run errands and light meal prep. I'm kind, caring and compassionate. I have done house cleaning in the past and I can also do some dog walking. I can provide references upon request. The point of my position is to help your loved one remain in their home...

Care Member says "Susan is caring, thoughtful and extremely reliable. "

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Paige S.

Adventure Lover

Wellesley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Paige. I am 29 years old. I grew up in New York City and have been living in MA for 6 years. I'd describe my personality as fun, comforting, supportive and caring. I working with kids because it has always been a passion of mine to work with kids and see their creative abilities show. I love seeing the world through...

Angelica C. says "She was really nice and patient with my daughter."

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Stephanie K.

Gentle And Loving With Animals

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I absolutely love animals and I have babysat many in the past 2 years! I am able to feed them if needed, walk them or let them out for the bathroom. I am also willing to clean up anything after them!

Anne H. says "Stephanie was extremely helpful and trustworthy. She made the time to visit before we went away, to get the instructions about caring for our cat and...

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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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Merri-anne S.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
I have been working in senior care field since I was 17. I have worked mostly with the elderly population I have also walked dogs for over 5 years for 2 labradoodles. I have administered medicine to both cats and dogs and house sat when needed .
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Sarah K.

Sarah K. From Lexington

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi I am a student looking for summer work. I study biology and have a love for animals. I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. I am an active person and especially if you have a active pup, I am more then willing to go on walks, hikes, etc. Additionally, I will make sure to send updates of your furry friends!

Ellen A. says "Sarah is prompt. She asks lots of questions to get to know your dog. Sarah also sent many updates while taking care of our dog. When we got delayed,...

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Nooshin M.

Nanny

Stoneham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, my name is Nooshin. I lived in California most of my life. I moved to Massachusetts with my daughter, 4 cats and a dog in 2015 when we had all that snow. I love snow. I have over 17 years of teaching experience with children from the ages of 18 months and up. I'm a very organized and detailed oriented. Im fun and witty...

Care Member says "We needed Nooshin's help with our infant over the summer and she was incredibly reliable and dependable. We would hire her again in the future."

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Claudia R.

In my work as babysitting I also have taken care the dog. I dont mind doing that because I love pets

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
Responsibilities: walking the dogs and feeding them.

Heather M. says "Claudia has been an important part of me and my dog's lives for five years! I found her here on Care.com in 2016. She would sometimes bring the children...

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Diana S.

Pet Lover Sitter

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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

Susana F. says "She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love."

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Ani A.

Part Time Pet Care

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 years of professional experience in pet care. I currently have care experience with bunnies, birds, hamsters, cats, and 1 dog (chocolate Labrador) so far. Job responsibilities included feeding, taking for a walk to the park, cleaning the cage, cleaning the litter, washing toys, etc. I'm very passionate about animals and...

Daniel V. says "On many, many occasions, we have asked Ani to watch our two cats (as well as other favors while being out of town) and she has been absolutely amazing!...

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Emily D.

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.

Christian B. says "Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly,...

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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
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.05/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Allston, MA

Dog Walkers in Allston, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Susan H.

I hired Susan to watch my two rag doll Siamese cats for a week. My decision was based on Susan's personal experience, caring for her own...

- David W.

Karyn L.

Karyn was a prompt communication and did a great job engaging our 1 year old. Would use again!

- Care member

Juliet C.

My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly.

- Barbara B.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Allston, MA

A local dog walker near you in Allston, MA will cost you an average of $17.05 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 22 dog walkers offering services in Allston, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Allston or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Allston to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Allston, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

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On Care.com, there are currently 22 dog walkers near you in Allston, MA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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