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Kathleen K.

Dog Walking/sitting

West Roxbury, MA

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've grown up with dogs and up until recently we had our own dog Ringo who was a Cavapoo. As a family, we love dogs and often care for the dogs of our friends and family when they need someone. I love to walk and go to parks with a dog. I'm an elementary school teacher and have my summers free, so I have lots of time to walk and...
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Valentina S.

Experienced Dog Walker

West Roxbury, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I love animals and have been working and volunteering with cats and dogs for years. I have volunteered at a shelter to walk and train dogs with positive reinforcement. I am happy to take your best friend on a long walk or play at a dog park. I also have fostered and adopted multiple cats. I have some small animal...
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Amy C.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
Caring for animals is truly a passion of mine. I have had a life long years of experience providing pet walking, feeding, cuddling and grooming. I offer a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine, always prioritizing your pet's comfort and happiness. I manage high-energy breeds with active play and outings. I am also vigilant...
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Myrna P.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$30/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love animals, especially dogs and cats. I have little experience in walking dogs but I love doing it, I am very patient and affectionate with them.
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Jasselis L.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am experienced with my own 7year old Maltese as well as with other family and friend pets. I have 3 years paid experience with dogs of all sizes and ages. I enjoy taking the pets out for walks, to the play ground and doing light grooming.
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Arete G.

Pet care

West Roxbury, MA

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
My mom walks and boards dogs and I have been helping her out with that a bunch recently, plus we have a dog of our own! Hope I can help!
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Emily H.

Animal Lover

West Roxbury, MA

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Emily and I am a student at the University of Connecticut. I am an animal lover and have been a dog walker within my neighborhood for two years now. I also spent a summer volunteering at an animal shelter where I would walk, feed, play with, and wash dogs and cats. I am a runner and love the outdoors so dog...
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Candace K.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I am looking to spend more time with animals and outside while I figure out my career path. I have always loved cats and dogs, from when I was begging to adopt my first dog, to interning at an animal shelter and adopting my cat, and then working as a a pet care specialist and assistant trainer at a board and train facility...
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Nora H.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been working full time with animals for almost 10 years now. I have also been pet sitting for over 13 years and have a lot of experience with dog walking.
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Debra B.

West Roxbury, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and happy to care for yours, either walks or visits or both. I have a dog of my own, a very friendly and lovable lab who is more than willing to join me should your doggie want a play date.
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Gabriela O.

We Love Dogs

West Roxbury, MA

from
$45/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Dogs have been an essential part of my life and my family for many years. My husband and I have been together for 18 years, and our love for dogs has always been something we share deeply as a family. We had Coco, our beloved poodle, who was with us for 14 wonderful years and was loved, cared for, and truly treated as family....
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Paula P.

West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
For the past 5 years, I have been walking, sitting, and boarding dogs for friends when they need help. Have boarded a beautiful boxer named Maisie. I took pictures of our play time and walks and and sent them to the owner so she was able to see what Maisie was doing. The owner was traveling so I volunteered as a courtesy to...

liliana B. says "Paula is a pet lover...she is dependable and flexible....she will always do her best to be as accommodating as possible even during urgent...

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Audrey K.

Pet Caregiver Available

West Roxbury, MA

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I am a 23-year-old registered nurse starting my first full-time RN job in November. I love dogs! My own Boston Terrier just turned 16 this past July! I also love birds and have had three parakeets over the years. I have experience with dog sitting/house sitting for vacationers. I also have experience with dog walking as well as...
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Ilana C.

Animal Lover And Caregiver!

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Maria V.

About Me

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...

Alysia M. says "Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."

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Aimee M.

Part-Time Dog Sitter and Walker

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Lifelong dog owner and lover! From small mixed breeds, to Great Danes and German Shepherds, to the wee little Jack Russell Terriers, I love them all and am great with dogs and puppies! I am flexible and versatile in scheduling to play, visit, walk, slow jog, practice training exercises, short-term dog sit, and keep your dog...

Janet P. says "Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy! Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home. Thanks to...

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Emily D.

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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.

Christian B. says "Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly,...

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Alexandra M.

Boston, MA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
I have grown up with dogs my entire life. I am comfortable with large and small dogs and love spending time with them. I am happy to walk them, play with them, or feed them. I will have my own transportation this summer and am happy to come to you. I have watched pets for people before and am happy to provide references if you...
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Kayleen H.

Pet Sitter, Walker And Lover

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.

Bijit K. says "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...

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Cathy F.

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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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.46/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in West Roxbury, MA

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

Paula P.

Paula is a pet lover...she is dependable and flexible....she will always do her best to be as accommodating as possible even during urgent...

- liliana B.

Ilana C.

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...

- Care member

Maria V.

Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.

- Alysia M.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in West Roxbury, MA

A local dog walker near you in West Roxbury, MA will cost you an average of $21.46 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 13 dog walkers offering services in West Roxbury, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from West Roxbury 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 West Roxbury 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 West Roxbury, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in West Roxbury, 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 13 dog walkers near you in West Roxbury, 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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