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Megan M.

Pet Care Provider

Reading, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I absolutely love animals. Puppies and dogs are my favorite. I feel as though walking and playing with dogs is the perfect way to get exercise, have fun, and benefit the animals as well. I will treat any animal as if it is my own and handle your pets with great care. I am also willing to do the dirty work and pick up after the...
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Great With Pets!

Reading, MA

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Great with cats and dogs! Boarded cats for 2 years now and love it! Open to walking and boarding
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Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Jessica! I have 3 years of experience fostering dogs and currently care for my own two, giving me hands-on experience with dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities. I'm dedicated to providing reliable, attentive care, whether it's daily walks, structured play, feeding, or medication. I'm comfortable handling...
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Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I had a dog, Sammy for 16 years of my life and he was the absolute best. Unfortunately, we lost him five years ago this upcoming March and I am looking to have a good relationship with your dog!! I would love to go on walks, (cuddle if they like to do...
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Reading, MA

from
$24/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals! I used to be a dog walker back in my college days. Feeding, walking, and some companionship time
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Jessica M.'s Photo

Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a college student who loves pets and would be excited to take care of yours. I offer dog walking and pet sitting, making sure your furry friends get plenty of exercise, love, and attention while you're busy. I treat every pet like my own. Your pets are in good hands!
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About Me!

Reading, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Al, and I am an upcoming sophomore at UVM. I have a dog of my own, and love taking him on all sorts of adventures and walks. I have my own transportation and have super flexible hours, and am super friendly!
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Reading, MA

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Charlotte! I'm a very responsible and reliable animal lover looking for sitting and/or walking jobs! I've had cats and dogs my whole life and love all breeds and ages! Please reach out with questions and communication
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Dog Walking and Care While You Go Away

North Reading, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I currently have three dogs, two cats and fish. I've been around pets my whole life. I enjoy running with my dogs (three miles). I also like walking my dogs, going for car rides, going on hikes in the woods or on trails, swimming in my pond with my dogs and snuggling with them (when I'm not snuggling with my two children and...

Marianne P. says "Mary Ellen provided walks for our beagle-mix 2-3times/day over a 2 week period while we were away. She was reliable, experienced and knowledgeable...

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Pet Sitter With Experience

Lynn, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an experienced animal care professional with 10+ years of dog walking and animal care experience. I have previously worked in the pet resort at New England Veterinary Clinic and The Feline Hospital in Salem. I have plenty of experience with walking, feeding, handling, playing with and administering medications if needed for...

Tara M. says "Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."

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Cathy F.'s Photo

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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Rose P.'s Photo

Wilmington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Love animals. I have a cat of my own. I grew up with a dog. I walk my friends dogs for her while she's at work.
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Pet Caregiver

Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Hiya! My Name Is Celina And I Love Spoiling Others Animals

Wilmington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am currently a Senior at UMass Lowell majoring in Nursing! I have worked as a CNA for over three and a half years and private aid for a whole year. I have an extremely strong passion for all animals and would like to pursue a career with animals, whether that be going to school to be a vet tech or even Veterinarian! I am very...

Nada A. says "Celina is a very pleasant person. My dogs loved her. She is very professional and nice. We appreciate her help a lot."

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Companion/homemaker For Seniors

Saugus, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
companionship
errands
+ 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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Per Sitter Available

North Andover, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
grooming
administration of medicine
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hi. I have many years of experience working with animals. They are my true love and I never tire of them. If you are interested please give me a call for weekends, overnights, vacation weeks etc. I also do packages which include house sitting and extra work to get done while your out of town. I believe you should get away and...
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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 transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Shelly S.'s Photo

Medford, MA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm Shelly, a 23-year-old recent college grad who adores animals! The health, safety, and happiness of all pets in my care is always my number one priority. I am willing to pet sit in your home and walk dogs.
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Diana S.'s Photo

Pet Lover Sitter

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.56/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Reading, MA

Dog Walkers in Reading, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Maryellen B.

Mary Ellen provided walks for our beagle-mix 2-3times/day over a 2 week period while we were away. She was reliable, experienced and...

- Marianne P.

Kyle W.

Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs.

- Tara M.

Cathy F.

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...

- Maria S.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Reading, MA

A local dog walker near you in Reading, MA will cost you an average of $16.56 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of January 2026 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 9 dog walkers offering services in Reading, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Reading, 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 9 dog walkers near you in Reading, 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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