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Dog walkers in Oakham, MA
Grace K.
Hubbardston, MA
$9-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! Huge animal lover looking for part time gigs! I love all animals and I have worked at an animal rescue for 3 years. I have reliable transportation and I am a big outdoors person so I would be down for walks or hikes.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Vanessa H.
Worcester, MA
$13-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is vanessa and I am a senior nursing major! I have been dog sitting and dog walking for about 5 years now. I love all kinds kinds of animals and cant wait meet yours!
Vanessa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Catherine T.
Westminster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been pet sitting for a few years now and have experience with dogs, cats, chickens, horses, bunnies, and many other animals! I love caring for animals and will be attending College of the Holy Cross next year on the pre-vet track. I have a rescue dog named Bear and a cat named Grey, and a flock of chickens! I am...
Catherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Jada S.
Worcester, MA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I am a positive and energetic pet-lover who loves playing and taking care of animals. I have one dog of my own and love taking her out on walks- or just outside to play in the snow :) I dog-sat for another family for about a year until he was unfortunately put down. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and...
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
Selina G.
Worcester, MA
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have more than a year of experience. I can help with Dog Training and Pet Transportation and walking. I have been around dogs and cats my whole life. I am a Mother of 4 adult children now a grandmother of 10 grandchildren. I have alway wanted to have a career with animals. I am currently in a program with Catch canine academy...
Selina can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Selina took care of our dog a couple times while we were on vacation. She treated him just like one of her own."
Barbara A.
Shaina G.
Cherry Valley, MA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shaina and I am attending college at Quinsigamond Community College working on my Dental Hygiene Degree. I live in Leiceste and I am looking for part time work that works with my school schedule that I will thoroughly enjoy! I have always had a passion for dogs as I have always had a dog my entire life. I recently...
Shaina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Christa C! I have worked with children for the past 20+ years which was always my first love, but now I want to continue fulfilling my next love, which is taking care of pets. I worked with a pet-sitting company for 3+ years and have learned all of the logistics of taking care of pets while their owners are away...
5.0
"Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable."
Andrea M.
Peyton L.
Worcester, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had experience with dogs and cats of all sizes and ages throughout my life. Ive fostered dogs and cats for the Worcester Animal Rescue League several times. I currently have the pleasure of owning 3 dogs, two of which require consistent medication and aid. I adore animals of all kinds, I also own cats of all ages, guinea...
Peyton can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I had my guinea pig board with her for a week. She responds promptly and very dependable. I would hire her again."
Marinor D.
5.0
(2)
I have been walking dogs since I was a little girl! I also have 3 wonderful dogs of my own and would love for you to consider me as a candidate. Thank you for taking the time to read over my bio and hope to hear from you soon!
Bethany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Bethany was wonderful with our 2 dogs, we were a little nervous inviting someone new into our home, but she was very bubbly and flexible with our schedule. And the dogs seem to really like her."
Matt D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I own two Yorkies sisters and they are 1. They are completely house trained, in fact they know mealtime, potty time, and bedtime like a clock. I also, recently nannied, where included in my duties was caring for a large size Lab. I was in charge of letting out, daily walks, and playtime. I have owned a cat and birds. I grew up...
Rhonda can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
(3)
Hello ! Let me start by saying I LOVE and adore animals :) ! Your children would be treated like my children as well! I currently live in the Buckhead area ! I have a daughter named Jada (dog) and a son named ty (kitten) I would gladly take your children out for walks, play with them, and feed them ! . Dogs are my favorite...
Edely can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Edely was great with my dog, he loves her. She took great care of him, fed him, walked him."
Care member
Tanya B.
Leominster, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I have always been a pet lover since I was a small child and have owned dogs, cats, ferrets, geckos, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, fish, rabbits, chickens. I have all types of dogs from chihuahuas, Yorkshire terriers to bulldogs, and pit bulls. I have 3 long haired Chihuahuas, a guinea pig, rabbit, gecko, fish and 3...
Tanya can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, boarding, grooming, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Tanya doesn't give herself enough credit! I am so happy we connected- she is trust worthy, caring, flexible, and really loves what she does. I am so pleased with her work- she isn't going anywhere!"
Megan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Caitlin! I'm available for your pet care needs. Some responsibilities I provide are boarding, sitting, walk, feeding, playing, and most importantly giving belly rubs. I have two rescues on my own. Two Vizsla mixes named Lily and Bruce! I look forward to hearing from you!
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Caitlin stayed with our two dachshunds for a quick two day get away. We had her meet them beforehand and were immediately comfortable, as were the dogs. She sent us pictures and video while we were gone and you could tell the dogs were happy. We would highly...
Diane M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 cats of my own, but have had a Basset hound in the past, as well as a parrot. I love all animals and will treat yours as my own.
Maryjane can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Maryjane walked my puppy for almost a year. She was incredibly reliable, helped out at the last minute to save me more than once, and was obviously kind to my dog, based on how nuts he went whenever he saw her!"
Amy F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and have had cats and dogs all of my life. I currently have a 2-year-old, 4-year-old and 5-year-old cat of my own. We have two adult children and they laugh when we call them our kids! I currently take care of 2 dogs for 2 different families. One dog I took care of since he was a puppy and he is now two. He always...
Frank can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming
Elizabeth B.
Auburn, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pet loving, pet owner. I have sat for birds, bunnies, dogs, cats and chinchillas. I can provide sitting in your home or mine. I currently own a dog, a cat, 3 fish and 2 chinchillas. I will walk your animals, clean up after them, feed them and love them.
Elizabeth can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Beth is a wonderful caregiver to my daughter. She goes above and beyond regularly and is a fantastic communicator about scheduling."
Karyn B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Erin and I'm excited to meet your pets! I grew up around many rescue dogs, and have taken that experience into my work. I'm a cat lover as well, feel free to ask for a picture of my family's munchkin cat, Duncan! I am familiar with pets who need extra care due to traumatic pasts, separation anxiety,...
Erin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Erin was an absolute life saver! She took care of my two corgis while I was out of town for a week and a half. She was extremely communicative, attentive, and caring to my corgis. She stayed overnight, fed them twice a day, and gave them all of the love and...
Kyle W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am currently a graduate student so I am always looking for any side jobs to pick up, especially one-time jobs! I have raised a cat for 3 years now. I have also cared for a golden doodle for 3-4 years and a Maltese for a few years! I have enjoyed my time walking, playing, and feeding them. I also have experience...
Monica can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Monica is very caring and reliable. My little Maltese, Bobbi, gravitated toward Monica as soon as she met her. Bobbi just went through losing her mommy and was relocated to Boston from Florida and Monica was in tune with her moods from the beginning. She sent me...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I own a 75lb lab mix and 2 gerbils. I've pet sat for tons of family and friends. I've done a lot of visits for walking and feeding and a couple overnights out of my own home for people going on vacation.
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Friendly
Prompt
Informative
Always happy
Loves my dog
Great dog walker and companion for my four legged baby"
Barbara A.
Betsy A.
Ware, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experience cat sitting and dog sitting, dog walking, and have been volunteering at a rescue farm with large animals for 3 years
Betsy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Oakham, MA
Selina G.
5.0
She is one of the kindest and most caring people I've ever met. Compassionate, caring and kind
- Kristina W.
Christa C.
5.0
Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable.
- Andrea M.
Peyton L.
5.0
I had my guinea pig board with her for a week. She responds promptly and very dependable. I would hire her again.
- Marinor D.
Bethany H.
5.0
Bethany was wonderful with our 2 dogs, we were a little nervous inviting someone new into our home, but she was very bubbly and flexible with our schedule. And the dogs seem to really like her.
- Matt D.
Edely F.
5.0
Edely was great with my dog, he loves her. She took great care of him, fed him, walked him.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Oakham, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Oakham, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Oakham, MA will cost you an average of $10.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Oakham, MA?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Oakham, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Oakham 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 Oakham to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Oakham, MA worth it?
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 Oakham, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Oakham, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Oakham, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Oakham, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Oakham, 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.