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Home pet sitting in Acton, MA
Dog walker, dog sitting
We own two dogs, ages 11 and 8 years old. We can take care of animals in your home and dog walk.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
To me, pets are our kids. We would do anything for them! In my case I spoil them rotten! I have been dog walking/sitting/ and training for the past 20 years. I am AKC CGC certified. I offer in home services.. I also have experience with exotics including birds and reptiles. I currently own a Chocolate Lab, 1 cat, 2 fish and 1...
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"We have taken our puppies to training classes with Lauren and can't recommend her highly enough. Lauren knows her stuff, and she is ready to teach it to you! Her classes are engaging and interesting, and strike the perfect balance between high expectations and a...
Chris L.
Brenda C.
Sudbury, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care. Available For Sitting While You Are Away.
5.0
(36)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brenda. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I have been a dog sitter, walker, boarder, and trainer for several years. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with a household of furry friends and I couldn't imagine my life without...
Brenda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting & more
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Brenda is an amazing dog sitter. She goes above and beyond to take care of our furry family members. She sends daily updates and photos. She takes good care of our home and our pets and is such an awesome person! Lucky to have her as our dog sitter"
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In addition to being loving while caring for your pet(s), I will be dependable, professional, and responsive. I was a mom of a senior Chihuahua rescue with health and behavior problems, and I was committed to helping him. He took daily medications. When I had my Chihuahua, I had a difficult time finding reliable pet-sitters. My...
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking
Destiny P.
Billerica, MA
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Growing up I was never able to have a pet of my own. I found love in caring for other people's furry friends with scheduled dog walks and in home cat sitting , which helped give me a taste of what it's like to Care and bond with the animals.
Destiny can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide in home pet sitting for you and your loved family pets. I have experience with with both cats and dogs. I have been responsible to provide daily medicine to dogs, daily walking, and unconditional love while you are away.
Cassie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I am willing to provide pet care in your home. I love animals and have had all kinds of animals my entire life. I volunteer at local shelters and I end up being the go to pet sitter for all of my friends.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Mackenzie L.
Groton, MA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have been house sitting and dog sitting for our family friends for years, one home having 2 dogs and the other having 1 dog and two cats. I have also house sat for a family with other animals such as lizards
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've cared for dogs and small critters for the past 10 years, providing home visits and longer house sitting gigs. My clients have often praise me for my reliable presence, therapeutic touch, and calm positive energy! I love each animal like they are my own and it is such a joy to bond with them while helping make a busy...
Alina can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
I have always loved animals, and I started pet sitting in college. I am currently working at a group home for teenagers, and am looking for a fun way to supplement my income doing something I love! I can work with multiple pets and love to go on walks or play in the yard!
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have stayed over at people's homes many times to take care of their houses and pets, both cats and dogs. I have multiple pets myself, 2 cats and 2 dogs.
Lindsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have always lived with dogs at home, I have 4 dogs of all ages and sizes that live at my parents house. I also have my own 7-year-old dog that lives with me in my apartment that I care for! I can provide dog sitting in your own home including; long or short walks, feeding, bathing, play time, and giving medicine. I love dogs...
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I do not have a dog of my own, however have dog sat before multiple times. I am experienced in walking, feeding, and playing with them, and I love dogs of all ages and sizes. I am a very outdoorsy person, and I am outgoing as well.
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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
"I have hired dog walkers in the past, but Cathy stands out from the rest. Her rates are very reasonable in comparison to other places and she provides excellent service.
She really cares for my puppy like she was her own. I never worry about my pup while at work...
nancy G.
Kathryn B.
Hudson, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide pet sitting for dogs and cats. I have 7+ years experience taking care of pets, as both a stop-in and as a live-in sitter. I have also been in charge of taking care of the house, retrieving mail, and watering plants. I love all cats and dogs, and I'm open to taking care of other pets, but cats and dogs are where my...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Katie was super professional and wonderful with our two dogs. It's a great feeling to go away and know your animals and home are in good hands. We would definitely hire Katie again."
Marjorie L.
5.0
(25)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Callie. Animals are my life! I have always had animals growing up as a child. Dog, cat, bird, fish, iguanas, guinea pig, and a rat just to name a few. In high school I took animal care classes. Cleaning out donkey stalls and grooming are just two things to name of what we did in the classes. I have been in the...
Callie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I was very happy with Callie’s services. I needed someone dependable to stay at my house for a few days while I attended a wedding. I never go anywhere because I have four dogs and love to be home with them. I had Callie come for a meet and greet beforehand to make...
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Rebecca A.
Somerville, MA
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love animals!
Back in my hometown I used to pet sit and dog walk extremely often! I have plenty of references if needed.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I loved having her watch my son. She was the best taking him for trips and I knew that I was leaving him in good hands every morning. She was very good at making sure he had breakfast and that he had everything ready to start his day for school. I’m very busy with...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a homemaker, full time dog sitter, dog walker and beginner trainer. I'd love to care for your special family member and treat them as my very own. My priority is making your dog happy and feel loved. I come to your place because animals feel more comfortable in there own environment.
Gloria can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Gloria really cares about animals. My dog loves her and is excited to see her. She is an amazing pet sitter!"
Cathy R.
5.0
(3)
I provide pet sitting in your own home and I am accommodating to your pet's individual needs. I have eight years of experience with great references. I love all pets and I'm comfortable with all sizes and breeds. I will care for your pet as if it were my own.
Lauren can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lauren has been walking my dog for years. She is AMAZING! She is dependable and has helped me out a few times in a pinch. My dog absolutely loves when Lauren comes over. I would highly recommend Lauren to take care of your per."
Marcy L.
Marie M.
Pepperell, MA
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Professional, patient, responsible and reliable. Former cat and current dog owner and sitter. Experience watching cats and dogs for over five years. Covid vaccinated. Please note: I do not board in my home. I'm happy to stay at your home while I watch your fur babies.
Marie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I can't thank Marie enough for taking such good care of my furry friends. She was caring and made me relieved to know that she was taking care of them. Marie is very qualified and caring."
Maureen F.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Acton, MA
Lauren R.
5.0
Amazingly trustworthy and dependable.
- Jacqueline R.
Brenda C.
5.0
My one dog was beat as a puppy so he has issues meeting people. When Brenda came for the first time you could tell she was a dog person as he was fine, half way through the visit I was like go a head and pet him but she reminded me of my process I have in introducing people. Wow she listened and...
- Care member
Cathy F.
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 have always been healthy, happy,...
- Maria S.
Kathryn B.
5.0
Katie was super professional and wonderful with our two dogs. It's a great feeling to go away and know your animals and home are in good hands. We would definitely hire Katie again.
- Marjorie L.
Callie B.
5.0
Callie was really great with our cats while we were away. She was super diligent about their litter boxes and food and water, even taking pictures that she then sent to us. She even cleaned the floor once, even though we had never asked her to!
- Care member
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Acton
In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Acton, MA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Acton, MA will cost an average of $50.00 per hour as of May 2024. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Acton, MA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Acton, MA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 1 in home pet sitters in Acton, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Acton, MA?
In home pet sitters in Acton, MA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Acton, MA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Acton, MA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Acton, MA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Acton, MA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.