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60 dog walkers are listed in Shrewsbury, MA
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Shrewsbury, MA
I currently have two cats, and had a dog up until this past year. I love when my neighbors go away, because I am always able to watch their dog. I love to just hang out with him inside, taking him for walks, and spending hours outside playing fetch. I LOVE playing fetch! Animals of all kinds are my passion, and I would love to...
Tessa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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, pet sitting, boarding
Recent review:
5.0
Friendly
Prompt
Informative
Always happy
Loves my dog
Great dog walker and companion for my four legged baby
Barbara A.
Hi! My name is Briana, and I recently graduated from Worcester State University with my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I have loved animals for as long as I can remember. I remember landing my first dog walking job when I was in elementary school! Since then, I have been taking care of family and friends' pets from...
I am an animal lover who is very active and has experience walking dogs. I take my own dog on two walks a day and love to stay active with him. I also love to pet-sit, and I am very engaged and loving with animals!
Hannah can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
I have had dogs, cats, fish, gerbils all my life. Have also worked on my aunts farm. Im willing to walk, feed, and bathe. :)
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Katherine R.
Shrewsbury, MA
$19-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I love animals, I love caring for them. I have a dog as well that's a year old and a cat that is 10.
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love animals and love to go for walks and play with them!
Teresa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Steven C.
Shrewsbury, MA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I am able to come do feedings be good company for pets . I have a dog who is a therapy dog and go lots of places to make people smile .
Steven can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting! I am a huge animal lover and also do dog walking/ overnight pet sitting throughout the week! I have worked with many animals around my neighborhood and surrounding towns!
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Recent review:
5.0
Leah was wonderful with our dog! She is kind and took good care of her! I would absolutely hire her again!
Michelle C.
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Recent review:
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have experience with taking care of children from 2 years old to 10 years old. I have my babysitting and CPR certificate. I have my own car. I also have dog walking and pet sitting experience.
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
a sweet and kind person and my kids love her! She is reliable and flexible regarding any change of plans. Would definitely recommend her:)
Gilane S.
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: Pet transportation, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Recent reviews:
5.0
She is one of the kindest and most caring people I've ever met. Compassionate, caring and kind
Kristina W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I'm hoping I can be the right fit for you and your pet.
I have experience with a variety of animals. I grew up with my sister's pet bunny. She lasted 13 years and was a special part of our lives.
****Handling food and grooming; as well as play time needs, medication and cleaning her cage****
I have much...
Anne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Recent reviews:
5.0
Oh my gosh. When my old pet sitter retired I didn't think I was going to find someone that I could trust to take care of my pets as much, but I did with Anne. She asked lots of questions about my pets when we first met and again when I was giving her the...
Loni M.
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
Breana Z.
Marlborough, MA
$14-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Levi and I would love to help take care of your fur babies! I have had dogs my whole life and currently have a 2-year-old mix who could also keep your pups company. I have a big backyard along with a park behind it that's completely fenced in. I'd also be able to take them for walks.
Breana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
My Molli fell in love with Levi day one! Molli is quite perceptive, but she knew right away that Levi was a good soul! She has an amazing energy! I recently had a heart attack, and am unable to walk my dog. I just wanted someone who would make my baby happy, and...
Cori G.
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: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Recent reviews:
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.
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: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Sharoon M.
Holden, MA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Providing companionship and comfort for the pet is essential. I guarentee high attention to detail and patience when dealing with pets. In addition, I find importance in being able to meet the physical demands of the position, such as walking and lifting.
Sharoon can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I had a dog for 14 years growing up and love to be around animals. Over the years, I have cared for friends and families pets while they are away, or even just to take them on walks when their owners are too busy. I am willing to feed, give medications, clean messes, and walk any kind of pet.
Olivia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Recent review:
5.0
Olivia was an amazing babysitter and caregiver to our children. Our daycare provider had a stroke and we were in desperate need of help. Olivia already had another babysitting job at the time, however gave us all her free time to help us out! She was always...
Rachael O.
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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Shrewsbury, MA
Victoria H.
5.0
Friendly
Prompt
Informative
Always happy
Loves my dog
Great dog walker and companion for my four legged baby
- Barbara A.
Leah P.
5.0
Leah was wonderful with our dog! She is kind and took good care of her! I would absolutely hire her again!
- Michelle C.
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.
Sarah A.
5.0
a sweet and kind person and my kids love her! She is reliable and flexible regarding any change of plans. Would definitely recommend her:)
- Gilane S.
Selina G.
5.0
She is one of the kindest and most caring people I've ever met. Compassionate, caring and kind
- Kristina W.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Shrewsbury, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Shrewsbury, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Shrewsbury, MA will cost you an average of $16.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
Care.com has 8 dog walkers offering services in Shrewsbury, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 8 dog walkers near you in Shrewsbury, 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.