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Hi my name is Kelly and I am an animal lover! I have been dog sitting and pet sitting for over 4 years now. I grew up and have raised my own dogs and cats and I have experience working with all types of dogs from retrievers to golden doodles to cocker spaniels to rescue dogs and more. I have experience dog walking and pet...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jessica F.
Taunton, MA
$15-30/hr
Hi! I am a huge animal lover. My experience includes sitting my sister's dog on multiple occasions, as well as a friend's dog and cat a couple times. I would be more than happy to help with sitting, transportation, and any other tasks if requested. Thank you for considering me!
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training
Melissa J.
Taunton, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I do not have professional experience with animals but I have always had dogs & have pet sitted multiple times. I love animals of all kinds!
I am available to feed, walk, and love your pet while you're away! Message me for inquiries! Experience with dogs, cats, reptiles, and birds.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am an active and caring pet lover and recently started to look more into pet sitting/walking. I am available for the summer! Would love to get to play with anyones pups or kitties! I have 2 english bulldogs and a cat of my own, so I am experienced with all sized dogs!
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a great relationship with pets, get along with them easily. Love training them as well! I also have recommendations from other families I have pet sat for.
Mikaela can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I've have had a dog my whole family life and cats in college. I always help my family and friends with pet care when they travel with overnight care & walks. I absolutely love animals! I also house & pet sit.
Please consider me to help your family!
Sheri can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Sheri is super friendly and responsible and my dog loves her. He looks forward to his walks with her every week and takes a good long nap after every walk."
Jack W.
Wayne T.
Norton, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Full-time And Part Time Dog Walker,Sitter And The Care Of Cats
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Wayne, I look forward to being your Pet Care Provider. I am Honest, Reliable and Dependable We have a Chihuahua mix that we Rescued, when he was 4 Months old and now he is 7 years old now and a cat. I trained both with the help of my family. Our Dog and Cat sit, beg and give there paws, and high five with both...
Wayne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"Great, Reliable and Above and beyond dog walker. If we could hire Wayne again, we definitely would."
Josh A.
5.0
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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My life has always been centered around the love and care of animals. I have been volunteering at the Mansfield Animal Shelter since 2010 and served as a Vet Tech Helper for two years. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with and caring for them. In addition to owning a dog and cat I have...
Wendy can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Wendy is absolutely great with my 2 boys! They love having her come by. I would highly recommend Wendy if you need someone to look after your fur babies!"
James A.
5.0
(1)
I grew up all my life with dogs and currently have two large puppies of my own. I love animals and take care of other peoples pets on occasion. I am a very responsible person who actually is a teacher during the work day. I have a lot of free time over the summer and on weekends and would love to take care of your pets on my...
Lisa can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lisa is a kind honest person. She loves kids and animals. Lisa has been teaching science to 6th, 7th and 8th graders throughout her career."
Gretchen D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am an animal lover. I love animals of all sizes and ages. I have grown up around dogs and cats my entire life.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hello! First off I would like to say I truly love all animals! I have had my own hamsters, guinea pigs, bunnies, birds, bearded dragons, cats and dogs. I also have 12 years experience with horses! At the moment I have two rescue cats and one 6-month-old rescue pup! I spoil them rotten with love and I promise to love yours as...
Joelle can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :) I am a former Medical Assistant with many years experience working in a hospital environment. In recent years I have been taking care of seniors in their homes. I have experience with Alzheimer's/dementia, mobility issues, companion care, etc..
I am also a huge animal lover! I am like the Pied Piper of animals......
Lynda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I always was raised w/& as an adult owned multiple dogs (a variety of pets) I can help w/ Pet Transportation, pet sitting, & walking. I have a wide range of pet experience from horses, pigs, goats & chickens.
Originally I went to school for dental assisting. I did work for quite a few years as a certified dental assistant. By...
Suzanne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Suzanne was a perfect fit for our energenic pitbull 10 month old puppy. She was more than we expected. especially being available for thanksgiving day. Having the type of backround she has was also a plus. I would recommend Suzanne and hope she is available for the...
William Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have the privilege at work to use therapy dogs for my residents at the elderly assisted living. I had two saint bernards and cats most of my life. I have loved horses all my life. I have pet sitted for many animals for most of my life.
Charlene can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Charlene was wonderful! I highly highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies. Mine were sad to see her go!!"
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I am an avid dog lover and animal lover of all kinds! I will provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages, and will be willing to give baths and walk as well!
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
I have always loved animals and used to volunteer at a cat and dog shelter for a few years. I have two dogs (an Australian Labradoodle and a Island rescue dog- mix of pit-bull, rottweiler, and German Shepherd) and one cat. I love playing and running with them but being away from MA in my own apartment here in NY I don't get to...
Devon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
While I may not have any paid experience, I have grown up with a cat and have been constantly around family's dogs whom I have always loved. If you're out of town for a week or a day, I would love to give your fur baby some love and care for the time being!
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! My name is Meghan, but most people just call me Meg. I am fairly new at pet sitting, but I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species, specifically dogs and cats. For work, I am a veterinary assistant/ technician at an animal hospital in Foxboro, so I'm very familiar in keeping myself focused and aware of what pets...
Meghan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a dog, cat and a bunny. I have experience with all kinds of animal but do not like reptiles!
Jean can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Taunton, MA
Sheri Z.
5.0
Sheri is super friendly and responsible and my dog loves her. He looks forward to his walks with her every week and takes a good long nap after every walk.
- Jack W.
Wayne T.
5.0
There are few people in the world I'd trust with my dog (16 lbs chihuahua mix). Looking for someone to walk her made me so nervous. I had happened to meet Wayne when he was walking a neighbors dog. He was so pleasant and had such a nice demeanor with the dog he was walking.
I hired him to walk...
- Justine R.
Wendy K.
5.0
Wendy is absolutely great with my 2 boys! They love having her come by. I would highly recommend Wendy if you need someone to look after your fur babies!
- James A.
Lisa C.
5.0
Lisa is a kind honest person. She loves kids and animals. Lisa has been teaching science to 6th, 7th and 8th graders throughout her career.
- Gretchen D.
Suzanne R.
5.0
Suzanne was a perfect fit for our energenic pitbull 10 month old puppy. She was more than we expected. especially being available for thanksgiving day. Having the type of backround she has was also a plus. I would recommend Suzanne and hope she is available for the next time we need a sitter Thank...
- William Y.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Taunton, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Taunton, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Taunton, 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 Taunton, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Taunton, 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 Taunton, MA is $15.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Taunton, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Taunton, 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 Taunton, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Taunton, 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 Taunton, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Taunton, 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.