Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Reading, MA
Explore background-checked pet care in Reading, MA and find loving care for your furry friend.
Find pet care in Reading, MA that you’ll love
60 pet care are listed in Reading, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 4 years
Pet care in Reading, MA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Animals have always played a big role in my life, and I became a certified Veterinary Technician so I could care for companion animals. My pet sitting experience began many years ago with dogs and cats, and my clients have always been very satisfied with the care I provide. Our family has always had dogs, and I also had other...
Lesley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Lesley took great care of my cat while I was away. My cat is older and has kidney disease so she's on quite a few medications, as well as subcutaneous fluid injections. Lesley easily took care of it all with her vet tech skills. On top of that, it was very clear...
Leela B.
Skylar M.
Reading, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've grown up around dogs my whole life. My dream job is to work with dogs but I also love helping people! I'm currently a CNA and want to dog sit on the side to keep my life full. You can trust me with your fur baby I will love and care for your baby like my own!
Skylar can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, I'm a dedicated and passionate pet lover with years of experience in providing top-notch pet care services. As a dog walker, cat sitter, and overnight pet sitter, I've had the joy of working with furry companions of all shapes and sizes. I've grown up with dogs and we were always inseparable giving them love and care and...
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding
I provide dog and cat sitting! I have grown up with dogs my whole life; our family had many and my partner and I have a kitten together! My family used to care for our neighbors pet long-time growing up as well. Very experienced with dogs and cats! Also willing to learn how to take care of reptiles, bunnies, hamsters and the...
Gabby can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have 15+ years of experience with dogs and cats. I've done dog walking and sitting while family is away. I've taken care of cats in their home including daily feeding, play activities and changing litter box . I can walk dogs up to 50 lbs. We both get exercise and have fun.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Mary
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am a college student working towards my teaching degree looking for supplemental income. I adore animals and have experience working with them. I have my own cat, currently catsit for several families, and take care of the dog of the family I nanny for. I am happy to provide during the day pet services, such as dog walking and...
Olivia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am a current college student coming home for the summer and looking for time to spend with furry friends! I have two dogs of my own and have always grown up around pets. I am looking to help families with any of their pet needs!
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I had a dog, Sammy for 16 years of my life and he was the absolute best. Unfortunately, we lost him five years ago this upcoming March and I am looking to have a good relationship with your dog!! I would love to go on walks, (cuddle if they like to do...
Mallory can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jaime I.
Reading, MA
$13-18/hr
I have a passion for taking care of all sorts of animals! I have experience with dogs, cats, and small animals!
Jaime can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Samantha A.
Reading, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have 10+ years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds. I grew up with dogs and have a dachshund puppy of my own :)
I look forward to meeting my next client!!!
Samantha can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Exotic pets, no problem! I've had and love them all, need a sitter then give me a call. Rats, Guinea pigs, hamsters, bunnies, lizards, snakes, fish, and cats!
Hayley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
Lover of dogs, cats, & all animals. Have been surrounded by animals my whole life and therefore have alot of experience. Very active and love going for walks & playing with pets.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Kaley O.
Reading, MA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kaley and I just moved to the Allston/Brighton area in September. I am a part time nurse for CIC Health in the Boston school system and have availability after school hours and all day availability on Wednesdays. Looking for extra income to help out with rent, bills, loans etc. I have had cats in my house for the...
Kaley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Steven H.
Middleton, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Pet Sitter/Walker/Lover Looking For Any Type Of Pet Jobs
5.0
(2)
I come from a childhood full of pets. I grew up with 2 cats, 2 dogs, and fish living in the same house. I was responsible for taking the dogs walking daily, feeding them in the afternoon, and cleaning up the litter box every once in a while. I picked up many occasional pet jobs throughout high school. I took care of pets when...
Steven can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"He loves animals! So playful and fun with my dogs, and takes very good care of them"
Maggie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Austin and I'm a biomedical PhD student. I love animals and had every pet you can imagine growing up (lizards, dogs, parrots, fish, Guinea pigs, etc). I'm comfortable taking care of most animals and I have years of experience walking larger dogs. Looking forward to learning more about your pets!
Austin can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Our GSD Jack stayed behind in our rental with Austin while we explored Stone Mountain Park. Austin arrived early, asked a lot of questions about Jack's personality type and preferences, and made sure that we (and Jack) felt comfortable. Even though Jack was with...
Patricia M.
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Sofia M. I would be very interested in a job recruiting animals because I have loved animals ever since I was a little girl. I have just recently graduated high school and now taking a gap year before college. I would absolutely love to take care and love you pets as they were my own. Thank you for taking the time...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training
Erin N.
Medford, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Animal lover with 5 years experience in fostering animals. Current cat mom to a new 5-month-old kitten.
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Laureen P.
Medford, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I provide affordable and professional pet care. I have 12 years of experience in the field. My passion and love for animals portrays in my integrity and quality your pet receives while in my care. I have a certificate in first aid training through Blue Pearl Veterinarn Hospital.
Laureen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"laurie is the best pet sitter ever! She is the only one I trust my pets with. She goes above and beyond & truly cares about the animals!"
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
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Reading, MA
Lesley E.
5.0
Lesley took great care of my cat while I was away. My cat is older and has kidney disease so she's on quite a few medications, as well as subcutaneous fluid injections. Lesley easily took care of it all with her vet tech skills. On top of that, it was very clear that she took great care to brush and...
- Leela B.
Steven H.
5.0
My family went away for a weekend to ski at Sunday River in Maine 3 hours away from home. Our trip was planned on short notice and we did not know how our dog and cat would be taken care of. We heard about Steve through some family friends and asked him for his services. We did not know Steve too...
- Tyler R.
Austin B.
5.0
Our GSD Jack stayed behind in our rental with Austin while we explored Stone Mountain Park. Austin arrived early, asked a lot of questions about Jack's personality type and preferences, and made sure that we (and Jack) felt comfortable. Even though Jack was with a stranger in a strange house,...
- Patricia M.
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.
Laureen P.
5.0
laurie is the best pet sitter ever! She is the only one I trust my pets with. She goes above and beyond & truly cares about the animals!
- Care member
Additional Pet Care Services
Pet Care Articles
Top 10 vegetables for dogs: Pick the perfect veggie for your dog’s health
June 20th, 2017 Regular dog food is optimized for most dogs’ needs, but adding vegetables can provide great health benefits too. Vegetables for dogs can act as a... Read more
11 homemade cat treats your kitty will love
February 14th, 2023 Dogs will do just about anything for a treat. Cats? Not so much. Even still, it’s nice to have cat treats in your arsenal for birthdays, special occasions (... Read more
Potty train a puppy with help from a professional: What you need to know
September 28th, 2022 Life with a new puppy can seem like all fun and games — until that sweet little pup poops on the rug. Because it takes a lot of time and patience ... Read more
Pet sitting holiday rates: How much you can expect to pay
September 26th, 2022 Whether you are taking a winter vacation or visiting family and friends during the holiday season, short- or long-distance travel often means hiring a pet s... Read more
Pet sitting cost: How much should I pay a pet sitter?
March 9th, 2023
Whether you’re leaving your furry family member for the night or are going on a bonafide vacation without them, having a quality pet sitter is a
... Read moreFAQs for finding pet care near you in Reading, MA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Reading, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.62 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 Reading, MA?
There are 13 pet care providers in Reading, 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 Reading 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 Reading, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Reading, 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.
Ratings for Reading, MA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Reading, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.