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60 dog walkers are listed in Wakefield, MA
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Wakefield, MA
Shannon G.
Malden, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caring Animal Lover To Suit All Of Your Needs With Plenty Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
I have been a pet care taker for about 5 years now. I have cared for, cleaned up after, and played with 9 newborn puppies at a time, with 3 big dogs at the same time. I have also walked dogs throughout the summer daily, and have two cats of my own that I take care of and love dearly. I am willing to provide any care and love for...
Shannon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Caitlyn M.
Medford, MA
$27-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 23 years old with roughly five years of babysitting experience! Most recently I was a preschool teacher working mainly in the toddler classroom for about one year. As well as my experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from just 3 months old up to 10 years...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn is terrific!! We are so glad that she was able to take such excellent care of our daughter from the time the baby was approximately 4 - 9 months old. Caitlyn's passion for children was evident from our first meeting. Working with Caitlyn was a breeze -- she...
Laurel Z.
Emily D.
Cambridge, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"There is no better person I have met, nor will ever meet, to care for your animals. They are the singular most passionate and kind individual I know. Emily's passion is contagious and animals of all shapes and sizes adore her. She genuinely cares about animals and...
Sean D.
Jeannine W.
Salem, MA
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Care Provider Available For Boarding, Walking, Transportation, Nail Trims, (Cats Too) !!
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the animal care industry my whole life. I am 42. I have been a veterinary technician, dog walker, kennel worker/manager, groomer, bather/brusher, horse stable/farm worker/manager, etc. I have also always had my own animals such as: dogs, cats, horses, birds, geese, cows, chinchillas, etc. I currently have...
Jeannine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"If I had more than 5 stars to give, Jeannine would get them! She has been working with us since April 2012, and is amazing. We were looking for someone reliable while we were gone on a 3-week trip to China and when interviewing our not very friendly cat took right...
Lisa M.
5.0
(5)
As the owner of 2 small dogs I am fully experienced in walking feeding and playing with dogs. I also have dog sat for friends while they vacationed.
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kelly is very reliable and personable who always gives 100 percent in everything she does."
Bernadette R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Susan can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Susan is pleasant and dependable. She has a great attitude and helps my parents with a whole host of stuff they are no longer able to do."
Denise M.
Saymon A.
Stoneham, MA
$17-35/hr
5.0
(1)
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...
Saymon can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"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 lots of water on her walk since it was a very hot day. She also was good company for Paisley when was she...
Jena P.
Kelly B.
Salem, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
School Counselor And Nurturing Mother Of 2 Teenage Daughters Available Part Time After School
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Kelly. I work full-time in an elementary school and am available most afternoons during the week to tutor, nanny, dog sit, or assist elderly people who may need help with shopping, cleaning, or food preparation.
I am the loving mother of two successful young adult daughters, Kyrstin and Marisa.
I love children of...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly spent the summer working with my two boys, ages 5 and 9. She has been a joy! She is teaching my 5 year old to read and is so skilled with my 9 year old who has high functioning autism. She deeply cares for our children and is fun for us parents too! I...
Karen O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Mansi, and I have grown up with a deep love for animals. With years of experience caring for dogs, cats, swans, cows, and horses on my family farm, I am excited to offer my services as a pet sitter.
As a dedicated pet lover, I understand the importance of finding someone reliable and trustworthy to care...
Mansi can also help with: Dog training, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mansi has been a blessing to our dog! she is a very responsible, caring and trustworthy person and we are very lucky she had the patience to understand our dog's needs and behavior. Would recommend her 100%"
Andrea S.
Makayla G.
Swampscott, MA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! My name is Makayla and I am a 26-year-old professional who works full time. I am interested in finding some employment on care. com to supplement my current employment. I have always enjoyed animals and specifically was an owner to a cat, who has passed away. I have previous experience working with 13+ dogs with a...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Makayla has been just wonderful. She has stayed twice with our dog -- each time for a couple of weeks! Lunabelle really loves Makayla, the house is always perfect and clean when we get back, and we feel so lucky to have found her."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Having three fur babies myself, I understand it's important to feel comfortable with your pets being at home. Available from early afternoon for walks, treats or just a check ins in Northshore area.
My yard is fenced in, and I'm happy to pet sit for you while you're out. I love all animals and will treat yours as it was my...
Suzanne can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Suzanne truly cares about the well being of our pet, is very reliable, accommodating, & fair in price. We will be sticking with her services moving forward!"
Gina D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nooshin. I'm 67 years old. I recently moved with my 2 dogs and 4 cats from California to Massachusetts to be near my only daughter. I raised my now 34 years old daughter. I have over 17 years of teaching children from the age of 18 months and up. I'm a very organized and detailed oriented person. I'm fun and...
Nooshin can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nooshin is wonderful! We love having her as part of our family. We have a 3 yr old son and a 1 yr old daughter and she is warm and loving and terrific with the kids. Our kids enjoy going on walks with her and she takes the time to do arts and crafts with our son...
Shagha R.
Ran a professional dog walking company for 6 months and have over 4 years of experience walking, grooming, sitting with both dogs and cats. I love all animals and have never met one that didn't love me!
Jason can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Hannah and I'm from Vermont but will be in the Cambridge/Somerville area this summer. I am seeking some dog walking and pet sitting opportunities for the summer. I'm available from mid June to beginning of October. I LOVE animals, especially dogs and cats and have grown up with them. I would love to chat with you more...
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
pet sitting & dog walking
Including grooming , walking dogs in groups and sitting dogs in groups walks and play home area
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming & more
Jessica B.
Lynnfield, MA
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting and dog walking. I have extensive experience with pets as I have grown up with two dogs and three cats. I have been a pet sitter for many local families and would love to watch your pets too!
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kayla B.
Wilmington, MA
$14-19/hr
I am currently going into my junior year of college studying Journalism. I attend Hofstra University in New York. Previously I have worked with in a vets office taking care of animals, and I also have experience dog sitting and dog walking for other pets other than my own.
Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi!
I have been caring for, pet sitting, dog walking, and training animals for 3+ years. I have plenty of experience and a great ability to care for your pets!
Madeline can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello pet parents :)
I hope you are all doing well. I have experience walking with dogs, but not training. I'm very friendly and responsible. I don't mind to come in and stay with your pet in the house, feed them and/or go out for a walk.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Wakefield, MA
Caitlyn M.
5.0
Caitlyn is wonderful! She took care of our son from about 7 months to 12 months of age. She was so sweet with him. Played lots of games, took him on strolls and to the park, and sang to him. Our son was always excited to see Caitlyn when she arrived- they definitely formed a bond! We moved out of...
- Stephanie R.
Emily D.
5.0
Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly, but Emily saved the day and was willing to meet and watch the dogs on short notice. Our dog Lucia usually takes some time to get used to strangers,...
- Christian B.
Jeannine W.
5.0
We hired Jeannine to care for our pups when we lived in Peabody for 2 years;
for daily mid day walks while we were working. We've had her watch them over
a long weekend too. We trust implicitly and she is absolutely fantastic!
You won't go wrong in hiring her.
- Robin C.
Kelly B.
5.0
Kelly is very reliable and personable who always gives 100 percent in everything she does.
- Bernadette R.
Susan H.
5.0
Susan is caring, thoughtful and extremely reliable.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Wakefield, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Wakefield, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Wakefield, MA will cost you an average of $19.43 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 Wakefield, MA?
Care.com has 14 dog walkers offering services in Wakefield, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Wakefield 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 Wakefield to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 14 dog walkers near you in Wakefield, 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.
Ratings for Wakefield, MA dog walkers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Walkers in Wakefield, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers.