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60 dog walkers are listed in Waltham, MA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 3 years
Dog walkers in Waltham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
Mattea G.
Somerville, MA
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I grew up in a household where I always had a dog. I love dogs, playing with dogs, caring for them, and loving them. Throughout the years, I have dog sat and done dog walking both professionally and for friends. I am energetic, loving, and would be honored to care for your pet.
5.0
"Mattea is terrific! Conscientious, cheerful, energetic. She loves to run, so she can easily exercise and play with all dogs. "
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Julia L.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Julia. I would love to help you take care of your pets. I'm head over heels with dogs and cats of any breed, age or size. I have been a dog walker/sitter in the Boston area for about 6 years now. I started out with walking apps, and then spent about 3 years collectively working for dog walking companies and...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also...
Kaitlin S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Michelle. I have been walking and caring for puppies and adult dogs for the last 7 years professionally, and a lifetime with my own family pets. I offer a peace of mind to families with the ability to handle dogs if all sizes and behavior types. I work with patience and love with all dogs ensuring a happy walk....
Michelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Michelle is wonderful. She has been walking my dog for over a year. I would recommend her to any one. She loves my dog as much as I do."
Adria F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide loving and caring attention for the entire time period. Iv been doing this for about two years now. I'm comfortable with all breeds and different sized animals. most of my clients are dogs and cats, however if your Childs pet gerbil needs a home for your vacation time I can definitely do that as well. My daily schedule...
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
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 walking, pet sitting
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Susannah and I am living in the Boston area. I work as a Pediatric Social Worker for my full-time job. As I work remotely Wednesday-Friday, I am looking for some animal-care jobs during these days, as well as over the weekends. Right now, I am only available for dog-walk and drop-in services. I am not available...
Susannah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Susannah is a true gem! We have two small dogs who are treated like royalty in our family - lol. I hate leaving them when we travel and I would never consider boarding them. Finding a trustworthy responsible dog/house sitter was my top priority before a recent...
Whitney S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First, I love dogs. I grew up with two boxers (Max and Leo) and currently have a 5-year-old and a 1-year-old Bernedoodle. I often care for two Labrador retrievers for up to several days when their owners are traveling, references available. I can walk, feed or pet sit your dog and LOVE doing it. For overnight or full day pet...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sophia is FANTASTIC! She is everything you'd want in a pet caregiver and more, e.g., she's a great communicator with people (not just dogs!) and at every turn she "goes the extra mile." In our family's case, she not only helped find us find dependable coverage when...
Donald M.
Melissa T.
Boston, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Perfect Walker/Trainer For Reactive, Fearful, Or Aggressive Dogs
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been training and walking dogs for the past 15 years. I have extensive experience working with dogs that are reactive on leash and toward other dogs. I believe dogs should want to learn and the handler should create an environment for the dog to be happy, thrive, and succeed. I never use aversive methods and base my...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa is patient and caring, my pups fell in love at first sight! I wouldn't trust them with anyone else! "
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Starlette P.
Brighton, MA
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love dogs. My father is a contractor and built a pet hospital in which I have volunteered over 100 hours. Although I don't live with any at this moment, I have much experience walking, feeding, and in general taking care of dogs. Please contact me to take care of your dog!!
Starlette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Starlette took care of my cat and dog in my home for 10 days including overnights. She is a mature, dependable young woman and not only conveyed those qualities over our facetime calls during our interview, but she was also extremely conscientious and...
Tracey W.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Animals are my love and passion. I am a Certified Dog Trainer and Dog Behaviorist and an animal advocate. With over 25 years of pet care experience, I provide care for your pets including feeding, walking, exercise, play time, companionship, new puppy care, training, and overnight care for dogs in your home if needed. I provide...
Natalya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Natalya is amazing! She came to my home, twice a day, to walk and play with my two dogs while I was recuperating from an illness. She was incredibly helpful and kind. Both of my dogs absolutely love her. I was amazed how quickly she had my German Shepherd Dog...
Care member
Daralyn K.
Arlington, MA
$12-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have a lifetime of experience caring for animals, as I grew up helping with my family's business, which was a large animal care facility. My responsibilities included dog walking, cleaning up after animals, feeding, administering medications, and more. I currently have 3 of my own cats. I am an animal lover through and...
5.0
"Love her! She went above and beyond. She made sure my cats were very loved during a week long camping trip. My place was clean and when I came home my boys were happy! I feel very safe having her take care of my cats. Definitely hiring again :)"
Perry B.
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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 sitting, pet walking
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been around pets my whole life and I love them all! We've always had dogs but we've also had parakeets, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, and a rabbit! I've also been around cats through family and friends but unfortunately haven't had my own due to my mom's allergies and landlord restrictions.
Since age 14 friends/ family...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey is a close friend of mine and I would trust her the most with my pets. She has a dog herself, and always comes with me to my dog sitting gigs because she loves all dogs. She will provide constant attention and care to any pet. You can be certain that you are...
Briana J.
Corinne M.
Brighton, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Corinne and I am a recent graduate of Bentley University. I am looking for a babysitting job, dog walking/sitting/transportation job, or helping with errands/assistant type tasks. I am available for week night, weekend, and some mid-day care opportunities depending on location. Please message me and reach out with...
Corinne can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Corrine was an excellent dog-sitter and walker! I felt completely at ease leaving her all day with our 4-month old puppy Lila. Corinne checked in and gave updates throughout the day and ensured Lila had plenty of walks and playtime to get her energy out. Highly...
Mariela L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"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 owned a dog, cats (one year, one of my cats had kittens), a turtle, gerbils, finches, fish and frogs. My pets...
Maria S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
To say I'm a dog lover is an understatement! I had a dog of my own, so I know the ins and outs of caring for one. I don't have the schedule yet to own a dog of my own, so caring for other dogs is the next best thing! I don't have any preference of size or energy level, so I would love to tend to the needs of yours whenever you...
Desiree can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Desiree provided dog sitting for my shepherd, Taylor for eight days. Taylor has some issues that can be challenging such as dog aggression and squirrel chasing but Desiree was calm, caring and competent. I felt at ease while we were on vacation because upon...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I live in Needham and have taken care of my dog coco for 15 years now. I understand dogs needs and happy to walk and be a companion to your animal. I love dogs and happy to help out.
Allinson can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes."
Kris F.
5.0
(1)
I am a responsible, conscientious animal lover who would love to take care of your pet! I always had pets growing up and learned how to provide animals proper care and love from a very young age. I have walked and cared for friends' animals on a regular basis as well. I am comfortable and experienced in dog walking, cat and dog...
Ilana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I want to give a shout-out to Ilana as an amazing cat sitter for Storm! She treats him like her own and their bond is undeniable. Storm always rushes to her as soon as she walks in the room. Ilana goes above and beyond, making sure Storm is happy, well-fed, and...
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Waltham, MA
Kayleen H.
5.0
Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!
- Bijit K.
Mattea G.
5.0
Mattea is terrific! Conscientious, cheerful, energetic. She loves to run, so she can easily exercise and play with all dogs.
- Care member
Julia L.
5.0
I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also require an abundance of patience and...
- Kaitlin S.
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle aka “Shelly” has been nothing but amazing with my dogs. She has patience of a saint, reliable, trustworthy, honest, knowledgeable, and the list could go on. I am one of those super anxiety dog moms. So when I met Michelle many years ago, she listened to everything I had to say, including my...
- Care member
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Waltham, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Waltham, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Waltham, MA will cost you an average of $18.64 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 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 Waltham, MA?
Care.com has 33 dog walkers offering services in Waltham, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Waltham 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 Waltham to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 33 dog walkers near you in Waltham, 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.