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Compassionate and thorough pet sitter, love, cats and dogs, comfortable with all breeds and sizes. Comfortable boarding or housesitting, as well as regular dog, walking and home visits while you are at work. Comfortable with reptiles, arachnids, and fish. If I have not listed your pet, feel free to message me.
Mary can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love animals and would be willing to work with any type of animal! I have two dogs, a cat, a turtle and two hamsters so I'm very well rounded in taking care of pets!
Quinn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Rowan B.
Lancaster, MA
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
I can provide cat/dog sitting in your own home. I can walk dogs, feed, etc.. I've been pet sitting since I was a pre-teen. I love dogs and cats!
Rowan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Marissa C.
Lancaster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Animal Lover And Fun Sitter, I Am Great At Entertaining And Taking Care Of Pets.
I have at least 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I can also do overnight pet sitting as most of my jobs have been pet/house sitting. I have taken care of dogs, cats, and chickens and even know how to administer medicine for the pets if needed.
Marissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I've had animals my entire life. I have 3 dogs of my own, 5 cats and live on a horse farm! I'm always happy to dog walk, feed cats and dogs, clean litter box etc.
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Diana L.
Clinton, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Diana and I am super excited to meet you and your lovely pup/pups or kitties!! Since a child I grew up around animals, and as a dog & kitty mom I know how important your fur babies are to you! I hope you can put your trust in me and believe me when I say your fur babies health and safety will always be my number 1...
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Diana was wonderful and did an amazing job taking care of our dog and cats. She was even able to add an extra visit on short notice after our plane was delayed. Thank you!"
Jeffrey A.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Christa C! I have worked with children for the past 20+ years which was always my first love, but now I want to continue fulfilling my next love, which is taking care of pets. I worked with a pet-sitting company for 3+ years and have learned all of the logistics of taking care of pets while their owners are away...
5.0
"Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable."
Andrea M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always been an animal lover since an early age. I grew up with a lab/golden retriever. I've taken care of numerous amounts of dogs in the past. From a Newfoundland to a jack Russell terrier to a wheaten terrier to a small toy dog. Most of the dogs I'm around are hypoallergenic, as I have allergies and it makes the living...
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending photos of our dog while we were away. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again."
Nicole E.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional and passionate pet sitter and dog walker with 7 years of experience! I love all animals and I am looking to take on some new clients.
Ashley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"She is always on time, great personality and she loves to work with animals "
Terrence N.
I have grown up my whole life with dogs. Nothing more that I love in this world than fur baby's. I am willing to sit your dog, walks, or even spend nights with them when you are on vacation.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 2 years experience in homes sitting for dogs and cats. I can help with Grooming and Pet Sitting. I am a 55-year-old woman with years of rescue experience and work with kittens. I reside in Leominster and I have references. Allow me a free meeting for you and your babies to get to know you. I am highly reliable and prompt....
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Cheryl G.
Leominster, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
My experience stems from being a dog mom for 16 years to my Yorkie Lily that came to live with us when she was 12 weeks old and was a cherished member of our family until she passed away at over 16 years of age from old age related issues. Since saying good bye to Lily I have rescued a 7-year-old rat terrier/chihuahua mix whom...
Cheryl can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kirsten F.
Boxborough, MA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a nurse looking for the opportunity to walk; or pet sit your animal on my mornings/days off. I had two elderly dogs giving them medications until a few years ago. I have a new puppy so im comfortable with dog training.
I have experience caring for horses; feeding, grooming, administering medications and mucking stalls.
Kirsten can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Graduate level student currently working at a high school looking for summer employment. I own two dogs and a few geckos. My mom is a veterinarian and I've grown up surrounded by all types of animals. I spent two years working full time at a cage free dog hotel/daycare where I was the only staff member on site responsible for...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting
I have experience caring for my siblings dogs. Taking them on walks, watching them overnight for periods of time and ensuring they are fed.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Cynarra H.
Leominster, MA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Child/senior care experience:
Part time working college radiology student who cares for her disabled mom. I have been caring for my mom since I was 14. I have aided in caring for my siblings growing up. I currently work per diem at an assisted living home as well. CPR and Homemaker Certified.
Pet sitting experience:
I have...
Bianca V.
Harvard, MA
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, playful, and empathetic. I love to meet new people and their pets and I am very good at remembering all the things I learn through social interactions.
I like working with animals because I find all pets to be very cute and quirky in all different ways. I love getting to know their...
Bianca can also help with: Pet sitting
Emily G.
Sterling, MA
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Animal Loving And Motivated To Help Make Your Life And Your Pets Easier
My name is Emily and I am a 26-year-old wife and stepmother of 1. I am a motivated young women and have been an extremely hard worker since my first job. I can hwith Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I have been working on and off with walking dogs and pet sitting since I was 20, I am now 26. I grew up with all sorts of...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had cats all my life and am experienced caring for them. I have done freelance pet-sitting over the years for friends, family, and clients. I have also cared for dogs and the occasional fish or bird.
Bridget can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming & more
Absolutely adore cats and dogs! Comfortable walking, sitting, administering medication. Expert at belly rubs. I only ask that before caring for your loved 4 legged one, there be an introduction! I find it helps put them at ease.
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Lancaster, MA
Diana L.
5.0
Diana was wonderful and did an amazing job taking care of our dog and cats. She was even able to add an extra visit on short notice after our plane was delayed. Thank you!
- Jeffrey A.
Christa C.
5.0
Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable.
- Andrea M.
Rachel A.
5.0
Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending photos of our dog while we were away. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again.
- Nicole E.
Ashley E.
5.0
Absolutely recommend! ashley is by far the best with Ace. Sometimes I feel like he’s more excited to see her than me! But I have so much comfort in knowing I don’t have to worry about any situations with his bratty/spoiled personality cause she understands him and his needs and is more than well...
- Care member
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... Read moreFAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lancaster, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Lancaster, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Lancaster, MA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Lancaster, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Lancaster, MA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Lancaster, MA is $15.60.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Lancaster, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lancaster, MA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Lancaster, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Lancaster, MA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Lancaster, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Lancaster, MA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.