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5.0
(3)
Hello! I have much more than a pet sitting service... I have a special bond with animals. I have been working with animals for many years at dog daycare centers, homes, and animal shelters. References can be provided upon request. Over the years I have acquired some valuable dog training skills and knowledge about dog and cat...
Sheryl can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Sheryl is great to work with! My dog, Lucy, loves her. Sheryl was very responsive and dependable. Sheryl always showed up when she said she would, and took great care of Lucy. Knowing that Lucy was taken care of by Sheryl meant that I could relax and focus on and...
Susan G.
Hannah B.
Springfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been living with animals sense I was a baby. I started to take care of them at the age of 7. I have a little zoo at my house with 3 cats, 1 bird, 3 guinea pigs, 3 dogs and a bearded dragon (and some hermit crabs). I do have a general knowledge of how to take care of all these animals however I do have a experience the...
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"She's very dependable and cares a lot for a pet's well-being. You can tell she takes her job very seriously, and enjoys it too. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a pet-sitter."
Cass K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a middle school teacher and animal lover. I have had pets all my life and treat them as members of my family. Growing up I've had plenty of animals: dogs, hermit crabs, cats, frogs, and bunnies. For the past 10 years I have been pet sitting for a variety of animals while families were away. I don't mind staying overnight...
Andrea can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
"I would hire her again in a minute."
Barbara W.
Rebecca P.
South Hadley, MA
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available. Snakes, Lizards And More!
5.0
(1)
I am such an animal lover! I have had a lot of pets in my life time. Lizards, snakes, guinea pigs, fish, cats, dogs, frog, hermit crabs, hamsters just to start. My schedule is flexible being I have summers off and only work for a few hours during the school year in the cafe. I can do drop ins and walks as needed. I can't offer...
Rebecca can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I can provide a warm loving home while you're away from pet, I can walk, feed and love your animals. I can bathe your pets as well.
Bella can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for quite a few people's animal's. The pets have been cats, dogs (Rottweiler, Labs, Pit bulls, mixed breeds most of whom are rescue animals), gecko, guinea pigs, iguana, rabbits, and fish. When I am caring for a dog, I love to go to the dog park, go for a long walk, have a doggie play date, go swimming, play fetch...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Brittany has watched our son weekly for the last year. She’s always thinking of fun things to do with him or places to take him to make their time together fun. She’s given us some great activity ideas while playing with our son and her experience with kids shines...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Acadia, I live in the Northampton area. I have taken care of neighbors animals, pet sitting and walking. I love animals and would love to take care of yours! I do have a part time job so that may interfere if it's before 3 p.m. on certain days. Otherwise, message me for a walk or sitter:)
Acadia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jen and I'm a mom of 4! I have 2 beagles(Sassy, Piper) 4 cats(Oreo, Max, Elsa and Oliver) 1 bird(Corky) 2 guinea pigs(Cocoa and Rosie) and 3 hermit crabs(Hermie, Brewster, and Caillou)!!! I have lots of pet experience from walking, cleaning, and feeding! I would love to be trusted with your fur babies! I can check on...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jen cared for our three cats while we were away for a week, visiting our home three times a day to feed and provide clean water for the cats, as well as chance the litter. She stayed in touch with us the whole time via text once a day, and got to know the unique...
Allison H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, (I am vaccinated) I have experience caring for children of all ages. I previously wanted to become a Kindergarten teacher, but due to life decisions and covid I've decided to pursue other options. while caring children I have also started a pet care business where I care for any animal whether its horses or dogs, walks or...
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
5.0
"Bella is a wonderful caregiver to my children and all our pets. She is extremely helpful with driving them to activities, picking them up at last minute's notice, cleans up before I get home (an amazing treat for sure), and is great with the kids. She is also...
Jeannine F.
I love animals and have 5 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am looking forward to taking care of your pets!
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I love animals and am currently unemployed! I am available whenever! I can pet sit, dog walk. Anything!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I provide dog walking in or near Lee Ma. I also provide basic dog/puppy training at your home as I worked with a trainer at Best Friends in White Plains. We ran puppy training classes and worked independently with dogs. I have also worked for a pet company for 2 years. My fees are reasonable as I don't feel people should have to...
Monica can also help with: Pet walking, dog training
Jacqueline D.
Longmeadow, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a huge animal lover, I get more nervous around people than I do animals! I have two dogs of my own, and in the past I've had other dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, and a chameleon. I have pet sat for many people before, along with dog walking and taking care of the house as well. I have my own transportation as...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm looking to fill in my schedule helping others take care of their pet friends. I'm great with dogs and cats but most animals love me. I do own two sugar gliders and have owned many exotics.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
I have worked with many family pets over the years, mainly dogs but also enjoy cats! I love how they have such good hearted energy (for the most part). I myself used to have a dog with behavioral challenges and have a lot of experience with that. I have done dog walking and stayed with dogs overnight over the past 6 or so...
Melanie can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Ines R.
Lee, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have extensive experience caring for up to 3 dogs at a time, one of which was epileptic and needed medication administered twice a day. I love animals and have two cats of my own.
I am experienced in dog walking, feeding, cleaning, and cat care, cleaning, and feeding.
Ines can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Sara O.
Easthampton, MA
$15-20/hr
Hello! I have experience walking dogs. I have always had a pet. I regularly groom my own cat and would love to spend more time with animals as well as keeping them clean, healthy and strong. I have a 16-month-old daughter who would most likely be accompanying me on dog walks. Animals that are child friendly would be necessary....
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Allyson M.
Northampton, MA
$13-25/hr
I have been dog watching and dog sitting for the past 8 years. I am willing to walk, play with, transport, or stay at your home with dogs, cats, or other animals!
Allyson can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I'm a dog and cat lover with experience caring for both species. I have intensive training in dog behavior and training, and experience walking varied dogs at the Dakin Humane facility in Springfield.
Meg can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Brittany D.
Simsbury, CT
$18-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I LOVE dogs they fuel my joy! With more the six yeas of experience the most imposition thing I have learned along the way is the importance of paying attention to your dog's body language, and the surroundings on every walk every time!
My top priority is to keep your pup safe during our walks, with positive reinforcement...
Brittany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Russell, MA
Sheryl B.
5.0
Sheryl is great to work with! My dog, Lucy, loves her. Sheryl was very responsive and dependable. Sheryl always showed up when she said she would, and took great care of Lucy. Knowing that Lucy was taken care of by Sheryl meant that I could relax and focus on and enjoy what I was doing instead of...
- Susan G.
Hannah B.
5.0
She's very dependable and cares a lot for a pet's well-being. You can tell she takes her job very seriously, and enjoys it too. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a pet-sitter.
- Cass K.
Andrea L.
5.0
I would hire her again in a minute.
- Barbara W.
Brittany M.
5.0
Brittany has watched our son weekly for the last year. She’s always thinking of fun things to do with him or places to take him to make their time together fun. She’s given us some great activity ideas while playing with our son and her experience with kids shines through. Bonus: our dog also loves...
- Care member
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jen cared for my two cats while I was in vacation. She was reliable, trustworthy & very attentive! She communicated with me throughout the time, sent some pictures & even bonded with the cats! I would absolutely recommend her services if you're looking for peace of mind & someone you can count...
- Meghan H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Russell, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Russell, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Russell, MA will cost you an average of $15.00 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 Russell, MA?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Russell, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Russell 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 Russell to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Russell, 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 Russell, 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 Russell, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Russell, 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 Russell, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Russell, 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.