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Mariam K.


Newton, MA

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have had dogs since I was a kid. I have references.
Mariam can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Cathy F.


Somerville, MA

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

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.

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Carley S.


Charlestown, MA

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible & Caring Petsitter

I am a professional pet sitter with over a decade of experience. I have great references in the Charleston area, I deeply love and care for animals, and I am trustworthy. I go above and beyond for my clients, treating their animals as if they were my own. I provide dog walking, feeding, snuggling, and loving. I also provide...
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Julia B.


Medford, MA

$10-15/hr

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

I'm an experienced pet sitting, that provides dog/cat sitting in your own home. I've been around of every type of dog, I owned since small dogs to very big ones. I'm really attached to animals, specially dogs, I simply love their soul. I love to watch how they play, I always used to do fun games with my dogs, with toys, as...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sophia R.


Medford, MA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Help With Your Fur Babies!

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.

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Kelsey L.


Brighton, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover With Flexible Hours

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 sitting, pet walking
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.

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Zoe D.


Mattapan, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experience With Large Dogs And Odd Pets

Hi all I am Zoe! I am a college student studying biology. I am able to provide dog walking, hikes (if needed), sitting in your own home and occasionally boarding. I also have access to a car if needed. I have a large dog of my own his name is Finnegan and he is a 100lb black lab mix. He is my best friend in the entire world, and...
Zoe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Zoe was absolutely delightful! My dog absolutely loved her."

Alexis M.

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Amanda S.


Malden, MA

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide pet and home sitting. I love playing with all pets, especially dogs and cats! I have three cats of my own and grew up with pets ranging from dogs to hamsters and fish. I enjoy going for walks and being outdoors. I also have my own car so I can easily get around, I can run errands or take your pets for check ups/ vet...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I hired Amanda to take care of my dog and two cats at my home for the weekend. She was great, I received updates that included pictures and videos of my fur babies that I appreciated greatly. When I returned home my house was clean and my animals were happy. I...

Alana W.

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Rosa B.


Dorchester, MA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Full-time Summer Caregiver

Hello! I am here to provide dog sitting in your own home with love, care and safety. I absolutely adore any type of dogs.
Rosa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Jacqueline A.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. can also perform baths and light grooming.
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Great, responsible, happy, full of energy young lady. "

Hingel A.

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Oksana S.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide pet sitting in your own home. I'm an experience sitter with 10 and plus years of experience. I love animals. I have a cat on my own. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Oksana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine
5.0
"Oksana has been taking care of my senior cat over the last few months, when I travel. She is amazing! She bonded with my cat right away and take great care of him while I'm away. She is a lovely person and I enjoy every interaction with her. My cat is a moody one...

Teodora T.

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Jaime S.


East Boston, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I provide sitting, feeding, and care for pets in your home. I have two cats myself and care deeply about treating your animals well. I worked frequently with both shy and aggressive animals, and I do not mind sitting animals that are typically averse to strangers. I am a full time teacher on break for the summer. You can...
5.0
"Jaime is one of the best cat sitters I’ve worked with. My two boys each had particular medications & dietary restrictions and Jaime was so attentive and followed my instruction to a T. I would absolutely hire them again for short or long term cat sitting. "

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Addison D.


Boston, MA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Care

I provide dog sitting in your own home! I have experience with large and small animals and have been dog sitting since I was 17 years old. I love animals and have lived around them my whole life.
Addison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Caroline P.


Needham, MA

$19-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!"

Bonnie J.

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Jacqueline R.


Dorchester Center, MA

$27-45/hr2 yrs exp

Doggie Super Fan

First of all, please call me Jacqueline! I had my first dog when I was five, and I started attending training classes by seven. Since then, there was always a dog in my life. When I got my dream dog (a wrinkly, lovable Shar Pei named Gabby), she was my light. I was a client of Care. com back then because of how much I traveled...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Jackie is wonderful! We were nervous about finding someone to watch our dog when we moved to Boston and it was such a relief to find Jackie! She recently stayed for a long weekend and sent daily updates on how our pup was doing. She is gentle, responsible, and so...

Margaret B.

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Emily S.


Boston, MA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a college student at Northeastern University who severely misses my dog, so I would love to get the chance to take care of yours! I have worked with dogs for my entire life. I used to do obedience, behavioral, and show training with my great dane at home, and have also petsit for friends and neighbors for as long as I...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Emily was awesome! She was sweet, thoughtful, and very attentive while dog-sitting for our anxious rescue pup. It's clear she loves animals and I definitely would hire her again and recommend her to others looking for pet care! "

Jenn Q.

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Colleen S.


Dover, MA

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Sitting And Vacation Care

Hi dog families, I am a stay at home dog mom looking to care for your furry friend over vacation time or any other boarding need. I have a very friendly mini golden doodle at home and she loves to have the company. I love to take walks and play in my fenced in backyard. I know when I go away I like to know my pet is getting...
Colleen can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Colleen is an amazing caring and kind! It's I love being able to leave my pup in such good hands !"

Wendy W.

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Kayla J.


Boston, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former Seeing Eye Dog Trainer And Animal Lover

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

SPOILED PETS CENTRAL I have 10+ years of pet-sitting experience. I work from home and have a flexible schedule. I offer dog walking, pet sitting, and hospice pet care. I also have pet-sitting insurance! Want to learn more about me before you introduce me to your furry friend? Set up a free virtual meet and greet today! See...
Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation
5.0
"We were so happy to find Kayla to care for our senior, special needs dog. She was incredibly caring and attentive, and she made us feel confident that he was in good hands so that we could enjoy a few hours out. Definitely recommend!"

Allyson R.

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Portia J.


Brookline, MA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Weekend Pet-sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Carley D.


Brookline, MA

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Loving Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a high school student with many years of experience in animal care. I am currently employed at a horse farm where I care for 20+ horses and many small animals. I also have dogs, rabbits, and chickens at home. I love all animals, every shape and size!
Carley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Carley has provided afternoon care taking care of 4 horses and two dogs. She is extremely responsible and observant, asks questions if she needs to, and has been great to work with. She follows any directions I leave for her and does a great job in communicating....

Janae W.

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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Newton, MA

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.

Sophia R.

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 was too hot for walking and just...

- Jena P.

Kelsey L.

5.0

Kelsey watched our dog Toby for us while we went away on vacation and I am so glad we found her! She did an excellent job and was very reliable. She kept in communication with us throughout the vacation and gave us updates which we had asked for. We came home to a very happy puppy and a clean house!...

- Jill B.

Zoe D.

5.0

Zoe was absolutely delightful! My dog absolutely loved her.

- Alexis M.

Amanda S.

5.0

I hired Amanda to take care of my dog and two cats at my home for the weekend. She was great, I received updates that included pictures and videos of my fur babies that I appreciated greatly. When I returned home my house was clean and my animals were happy. I would definitely hire Amanda again.

- Alana W.

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