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Maxie G.

South Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I just moved to South Boston June 1st. I do have a full time job in Healthcare, from 9-4 in Wilmington MA. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I grew up with a long haired black cat and a fox hound dog! I live right across from Carson beach in South Boston, which is perfect for dog walking. I have done many dog/house...

Brittany C. says "Maxie has watched our dog, Archie (Great Pyrenees mix) multiple times and Archie loves her so much! It gives us such comfort going out of town knowing...

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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
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Corinne M.

Responsible And Reliable Dog Walker

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
Reliable and responsibe dog walker/pet sitter/ pet transportation. I have cared for family, friend, and client's dogs, varying in breed, from boarding to walking. As a former college athlete, I am excited about the opportunity to walk and care for dogs for you and your pets desired distance! Please inquire with any questions.

Mariela L. says "Corinne was a great pet sitter and walker for our 4-month old puppy! She was very communicative throughout the day and I felt completely at ease knowing...

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Kayleen H.

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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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
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Alex S.

Student That Loves Animals!

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
I am a student at College that loves helping others! I have a lot of experience working with animals, especially dogs, cats and fish. I personally have a tuxedo cat, a long with two fish tanks that I care for. I have plenty of experience walking my friend and families dogs. In addition to that, I pay attention to small details,...

Joe L. says "Showed up on time and was very caring with my dog."

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Eliana S.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I volunteered at an animal shelter for three years and I am very experienced in socializing antisocial dogs as well as walking dogs with triggers. I absolutely adore animals and cannot wait to meet your special pups!
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Saymon A.

Stoneham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up with animals all my life. I remember the many times my brothers and I would go to my grandmother's farm, where we spent most of our childhood, surrounded by every kind of animal you can imagine. My mother always had many dogs and loved to dress them up in the most creative costumes, and they loved the attention she...
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Sophia R.

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...

Jena P. says "Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had...

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Courtney M.

Quincy, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! my name is Courtney, I am 26 years old and a paraprofessional within Boston Public Schools. I also babysit! I have a Basset Hound who is 2 years old named Beau. I enjoy spending time with him and playing fetch in our back yard. I have 5+ years experience dog walking and have lived with animals my entire life. I have a lot...

Vivian W. says "Courtney is a delight! She is reliable and caring and truly goes above and beyond to build relationships with your animal. Maximus wasn't NEARLY as...

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Karyn L.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Elizabeth H.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...

Alejandra N. says "In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and...

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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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Kayla J.

Former Seeing Eye Dog Trainer And Animal Lover

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
SPOILED PETS CENTRAL I have 8+ years of pet-sitting experience. I work from home 4/5 days a week and have a flexible schedule. I offer dog walking, pet sitting, and hospice pet care. I also have pet-sitting insurance! Want to learn more about me before you introduce me to your furry friend? Set up a free virtual meet and greet...

Care Member says "Kayla took great care of my very shy kitten. She got her out of her shell and playing very quickly and noticed when she was starting to have a medical...

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Sarah K.

Sarah K. From Lexington

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Victoria S.

Newton Upper Falls, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
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Deidra L.

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I love pets, and have a border collie of my own that just turned 2 years old (living in Seattle while I finish up grad school in Boston). I have lived with cats for the past 5 years, and have a special connection to all animals. I have over 2 years of paid pet sitting experience, and am currently employed as a daily dog...

Care Member says "Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion...

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Paige N.

Part-time Pet Caregiver And Dog Walker

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I am currently a full time student at Wheaton College looking for a part-time job dog walking some energetic pups that need it. My availability is limited due to my class schedule, but when I am available I will make sure I am present no matter what. I've had three dogs in my lifetime, currently my pup Blue is a 2-year-old deaf,...

Diana S. says "Paige is a friendly, upbeat and a dependable person who has been absolutely wonderful with my mother and her energetic dog. Paige is a great communicator...

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Alexa F.

Self-employed With A Busy Pet-sitting Side Gig

East Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
Hey, I'm Alexa. I have a thriving side gig as a dog and cat boarder and I also offer cat check-ins, and on-occasion, dog walks. I have 50+ five-star reviews on a popular pet-sitting app and have been doing this for 4. 5 years. For boarding, I only take one pet or one family of pets at a time. I book boarding stays a bit ahead...

Stephen N. says "Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty...

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Courtney M.

Experienced Babysitter

Quincy, MA

3.8(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 38 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Courtney. I am 30 years old and I live in Quincy with my husband and our Basset Hound(Mr. Beau!). I have been a Paraprofessional for Public Schools since 2018 and have extensive experience working in inclusion classrooms. I also have experience caring for children who are medically fragile from a past job...

Care Member says "I only trust Courtney to watch my daughter. We have moved several times around the South Shore and Courtney is always there for us. I cannot say enough...

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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.30/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Charlestown, MA

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

Maxie G.

Maxie has watched our dog, Archie (Great Pyrenees mix) multiple times and Archie loves her so much! It gives us such comfort going out of...

- Brittany C.

Claudia R.

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...

- Heather M.

Corinne M.

Corinne was a great pet sitter and walker for our 4-month old puppy! She was very communicative throughout the day and I felt completely at...

- Mariela L.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Charlestown, MA

A local dog walker near you in Charlestown, MA will cost you an average of $19.30 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 10 dog walkers offering services in Charlestown, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Charlestown 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 Charlestown 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 Charlestown, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Charlestown, MA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 10 dog walkers near you in Charlestown, 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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