Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Chelsea, MA
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60 pet care are listed in Chelsea, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 1 years
Pet care in Chelsea, MA
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I have my bachelors and masters in social work. I love animals and have experience with multiple dog sitting jobs as well as having pets my entire life. I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing and fun-loving college student who loves animals. I own a variety of animals myself and help my friends and neighbors with care for their pets during vacations. Throughout high school, I maintained a weekly dog walking schedule with two local families. During that time I have gained experienced transporting dogs...
Jackie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Jackie is always quick to respond, friendly, dependable, and accommodating! She’s been cat sitting for my 10yo male tuxedo cat for over a year and a half and he is very comfortable with her. She is communicative and stays in touch about how things are going while...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I looove animals. I miss so much my cats and dogs in Colombia where I am from. As I miss them so much I have decided to be a sitter
Diana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Jacquelyn J.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Jackie and I have a lifetime of experience with a wide range of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, iguanas, rabbits, and hamsters. I'd be happy to pet sit and/or take your pet for walks. I have experience administering oral medications to dogs, cats, and lizards.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very comfortable and loving towards animals. I live on a farm and have had cats and dogs all throughout my life. Right now, I actually own two adoring beasts, a Saint Bernard and a Golden Retriever. Both are over 100 lbs but could not be more loving and happy. I also have two pet cats that love to cuddle and are indoor/...
Ellie can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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
"She’s amazing! Jacqueline is reliable, caring and trustworthy. I can’t say enough good things about her as a care giver for my pup while I was out of town. I never had to worry about my dog because I knew he was in great hands. And she would even provide daily...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...
Lesley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding
5.0
"Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat was *much* less stressed when I arrived home than she has been after weekends with other sitters in the past,...
Jessica H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Susannah and I am living in the Boston area. I work as a Pediatric Social Worker for my full-time job. As I work remotely Wednesday-Friday, I am looking for some animal-care jobs during these days, as well as over the weekends. Right now, I am only available for dog-walk and drop-in services. I am not available...
Susannah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Susannah is a true gem! We have two small dogs who are treated like royalty in our family - lol. I hate leaving them when we travel and I would never consider boarding them. Finding a trustworthy responsible dog/house sitter was my top priority before a recent...
Whitney S.
5.0
(2)
I am a college student looking for some extra work when I'm not in class, ideally dog walking/feeding/any day time care or drop in pet sitting.
Zoe can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Zoe is a very dog friendly caretaker. I’ve seen her handle horses and dogs with great affection and care. I have a very large and intimidating dog that she immediately bonded with. I definitely will be using her again."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work as nanny and housekeeper in Charlottesville and I would like to find occasional Pet sitter jobs. I am committed to service excellence and I do my best to meet my customers expectations. I am very flexible, reliable, animal lover. I have my own car and I can provide you references and background check.
I am looking...
Stephanie can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking & more
Bianca P.
Wakefield, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a yellow lab dog of my own and I absolutely adore her! Always looking to help other people with their pets!
5.0
"Bianca has been amazing with my yellow lab Colby. When I needed someone to start really quickly she was able to help out right away. She is an excellent communicator, and has been very flexible with my schedule. She also sends me pictures of my pup after every...
Madison W.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I hope you are doing well! My name is Maria. I am an experienced and caring pet sitter. I grew up with dogs and cats and professionally cared for pers for the past 3 years. My dream is to grow my own pet boarding school.
I am looking for adorable dogs or cats to board at my house, and potentially build a connection with...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Maria took care of Pepina, my 7 years-old Bichon Frisé, for a week. During my time away, she sent me pictures and updates on how she was doing reassuring me that Pepina was feeling comfortable and having fun. She is very social an active, and Maria took her for...
Emily J.
5.0
(1)
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
Makayla G.
Swampscott, MA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! My name is Makayla and I am a 26-year-old professional who works full time. I am interested in finding some employment on care. com to supplement my current employment. I have always enjoyed animals and specifically was an owner to a cat, who has passed away. I have previous experience working with 13+ dogs with a...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Makayla has been just wonderful. She has stayed twice with our dog -- each time for a couple of weeks! Lunabelle really loves Makayla, the house is always perfect and clean when we get back, and we feel so lucky to have found her."
Care member
Yasaman K.
Somerville, MA
$15-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have extensive experience in professionally caring for both dogs and cats as well as casually tending to the pets of friends and family. My love for animals is evident in my passion for their well-being and enjoyment, whether it involves attentive care or playful interactions. The motivation behind my interest in pet sitting...
Yasaman can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Yasaman has been an excellent pet sitter for both my dogs over the last few years. She is responsible and reliable, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for pet setting or house sitting, as a trustworthy person. My dogs adore her, and so do we!"
Sarah J.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Nathan :) newly into pet/house-sitting, and super excited to earn more experience. Most recent experience was 8 weeks cat/house-sitting.
Nathan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Nathan did aa wonderful job taking care of my cat and tending to the care of my home while I was away. I was so impressed with the amount of attention to detail Nathan consistently demonstrated in following the schedule for my pet and household operations. I would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! Thank you for your time and consideration! I have taken care of a variety of animals from reptiles and birds to cats and dogs to horses and llamas. I grew up with dogs and cats and have been caring for animals independently for over 12 years! I love all animals of all sizes and am always happy to learn new things. I...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.. I have excellent references.
Kathlene can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Katie is an amazing nanny and I highly recommend her. She took care of my daughter from birth to age 2.5yo. Katie became part of the family. I am familiar with many other children in the community whom Katie helped raise and everyone values her as an incredibly...
Care member
Melissa T.
Boston, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Perfect Walker/Trainer For Reactive, Fearful, Or Aggressive Dogs
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been training and walking dogs for the past 15 years. I have extensive experience working with dogs that are reactive on leash and toward other dogs. I believe dogs should want to learn and the handler should create an environment for the dog to be happy, thrive, and succeed. I never use aversive methods and base my...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa was wonderful with Maple! She even helped with training while she was here. We will definitely hire her again!"
Rebecca B.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Chelsea, MA
Jackie A.
5.0
Jackie is always quick to respond, friendly, dependable, and accommodating! She’s been cat sitting for my 10yo male tuxedo cat for over a year and a half and he is very comfortable with her. She is communicative and stays in touch about how things are going while I’m away. It’s a relief knowing that...
- Care member
Jacquelyn J.
5.0
I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We found Jacquelyn through Care.com and...
- Care member
Jaime S.
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.
- Care member
Jacqueline R.
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 kind. It is clear Jackie has a...
- Margaret B.
Lesley F.
5.0
Lesley was such a huge help with my cat, Ravioli, over a long weekend. I especially appreciated how flexible she was when my travel plans changed. My cat was *much* less stressed when I arrived home than she has been after weekends with other sitters in the past, and it was great for my stress level...
- Jessica H.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Chelsea, MA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Chelsea, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.00 per hour as of May 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Chelsea, MA?
There are 12 pet care providers in Chelsea, MA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Chelsea or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Chelsea, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Chelsea, MA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Chelsea, MA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Chelsea, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Chelsea, MA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Chelsea, MA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Chelsea, MA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Chelsea, MA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Chelsea, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Chelsea, MA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.