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5.0
(2)
I love animals, I have two dogs and one cat and absolutely love them! I am not shy with animals, I get along with them very well!
Rae-Anna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
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 walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help you with your cats and lizards. I personally own a cat, a dog, two leopard geckos, and a little turtle. Growing up, I always had many animals, such as goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, pigs, dogs, cats, and birds.
Jadna can also help with: Pet sitting
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: Pet walking, daily feeding
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."
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Jayne B.
Natick, MA
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mom To Humans And Two Dogs (Niko And Nigel), One Large Gold Fish (Emma) And Many Before!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I care for our own pets everyday. I frequently care for human children and would love to include your fur children in my care routine. : ). I do not board at my own home but I will stay over night at your home.
Jayne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Truly awesome! Jayne is an incredibly passionate, genuine and caring person. It is so evident that pet-care is not just a job for her, she truly loves animals and treats them with unbelievable affection. I have never been so comfortable with leaving my best friend...
Benjamin F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised three puppies. One of which I had in my care since she was 4 weeks old. I volunteer at Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA. I have four dogs in my neighborhood that I used to walk after school and on special occasions. I have dog sat many times before as well. I enjoy the cold and outdoors so your pet will always...
Morgan can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Julia L.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Julia. I would love to help you take care of your pets. I'm head over heels with dogs and cats of any breed, age or size. I have been a dog walker/sitter in the Boston area for about 6 years now. I started out with walking apps, and then spent about 3 years collectively working for dog walking companies and...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also...
Kaitlin S.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sofia and I am a huge animal lover. I have my own dog who I love like my own baby and I'm sure I'll love yours too!
Sofia Danielle can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Sofia went above and beyond caring for my dog. She gave him her own treats and even taught him tricks. "
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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.
Deidra L.
Boston, MA
$18-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I love pets, and have a border collie of my own that just turned 2 years old (living in Seattle while I finish up grad school in Boston). I have lived with cats for the past 5 years, and have a special connection to all animals. I have over 2 years of paid pet sitting experience, and am currently employed as a daily dog...
Deidra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion and love. "
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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: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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.
Paula P.
West Roxbury, MA
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
For the past 5 years, I have been walking, sitting, and boarding dogs for friends when they need help.
Have boarded a beautiful boxer named Maisie. I took pictures of our play time and walks and and sent them to the owner so she was able to see what Maisie was doing.
The owner was traveling so I volunteered as a courtesy to...
Paula can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Paula is a pet lover...she is dependable and flexible....she will always do her best to be as accommodating as possible even during urgent situations.
She's a trustworthy person.
I have had a few situations where she was able to take care of my dog Saint at a...
liliana B.
Tiffini H.
Milton, MA
$8-14/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've house sat and taken care of pets for family friends on the occasion for a couple of years! I love animals and would love to help someone out!
Tiffini can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I can provide pet sitting in your home. I have two cats and two dogs and am a lover of animals. I used to pet sit occasionally for our neighbors when they were on vacation. My cousin, who I often visited in Texas, was a dog sitter for a company. I often got to tag along with her and pet sit for some of the most perfect dogs...
Amber can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Amber is kind & compassionate young lady. She makes everyone feel right at home. My boyfriends dog does not like anyone & the first time amber met him he fell in love."
Beth F.
5.0
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Hi! my name is Leif and I am a recent graduate from Northeastern and I work at BCG in Boston. Growing up in Vermont I had a team of sled dogs and bred German Shepard's. There has never been a time in my life when I am not surrounded by animals of all kinds. I grew up in a farm atmosphere and have been around chickens, goats,...
Leif can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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"Leif is a helpful, friendly, punctual dog sitter that has helped me on and off the past few years in Pomfret Vermont. Whenever I reach out for help he responds promptly and is always excited to watch my pups. I couldn't recommend Leif more for any pet parents...
Julia E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I live in Needham and have taken care of my dog coco for 15 years now. I understand dogs needs and happy to walk and be a companion to your animal. I love dogs and happy to help out.
Allinson can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Allie is such a lovely person to work with. Our dog loves her and looks forward to his walk each day. She often brings him small treats as well which helped him warm up to her quickly. She is also very communicative and happily accommodates schedule changes."
Kris F.
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Mansi, and I have grown up with a deep love for animals. With years of experience caring for dogs, cats, swans, cows, and horses on my family farm, I am excited to offer my services as a pet sitter.
As a dedicated pet lover, I understand the importance of finding someone reliable and trustworthy to care...
Mansi can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Mansi has been a blessing to our dog! she is a very responsible, caring and trustworthy person and we are very lucky she had the patience to understand our dog's needs and behavior. Would recommend her 100%"
Andrea S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First, I love dogs. I grew up with two boxers (Max and Leo) and currently have a 5-year-old and a 1-year-old Bernedoodle. I often care for two Labrador retrievers for up to several days when their owners are traveling, references available. I can walk, feed or pet sit your dog and LOVE doing it. For overnight or full day pet...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sophia is FANTASTIC! She is everything you'd want in a pet caregiver and more, e.g., she's a great communicator with people (not just dogs!) and at every turn she "goes the extra mile." In our family's case, she not only helped find us find dependable coverage when...
Donald M.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Newton Center, MA
Maria P.
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 morning and night walks every day. She...
- Emily J.
Zoe M.
5.0
Zoe looked after our 8 y/o Tabby and 6 y/o Golden Retriever while my husband and I were away at a wedding for the weekend. She provided us with plenty of photos (which I requested, I’m a nervous mother!) which was reassuring to know they were in good hands. She went above and beyond to play with...
- Care member
Jayne B.
5.0
Truly awesome! Jayne is an incredibly passionate, genuine and caring person. It is so evident that pet-care is not just a job for her, she truly loves animals and treats them with unbelievable affection. I have never been so comfortable with leaving my best friend in someone else's care. She took...
- Benjamin F.
Julia L.
5.0
I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also require an abundance of patience and...
- Kaitlin S.
Sofia Danielle J.
5.0
She’s the best dog sitter ever!!! She actually cares for the dog she’s sitting which is something so rare to find.. she’s a quick learner when it came to understanding my pup. I would highly recommend her, also the environment is lovely.
- Care member
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In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Newton Center, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.00 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 Newton Center, MA?
There are 7 pet care providers in Newton Center, 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 Newton Center 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 Newton Center, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Newton Center, 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.