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Marie M.

Pepperell, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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.

Donna C. says "Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we were away, she...

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Pet Care

Lunenburg, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
While I don't have any professional experience pet sitting or walkiang, I have a 7-year-old Boxer that I've had since he was a puppy. I absolutely adore all pets and am a huge animal lover.
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Part Time Caregiver

Lancaster, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Have owned and cared for animals all my life, currently care for three dogs. Over my life I have enjoyed the company of cats, rabbits and hamsters as well. Comfortable with all! Love animals and enjoy caring for them and keeping them company and walking in all types of weather I also work part time as a local Substitute teacher...

Nicole L. says "Rachel is trustworthy, dependable and has a common sense approach to caring for animals. Highly recommend!"

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Part-Time Pet Care Provider

Littleton, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a mom of two older girls and 2 terrier puppies. I have had pets all my life, everything from fish (150 gallon tank) to dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, snakes and more. I am known in the neighborhood for pet sitting when people are away. I now have 2 terrier puppies whom I love walking and spending time with playing with...
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Caring Pet Sitter

Leominster, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Christa C! I have worked with children for the past 20+ years which was always my first love, but now I want to continue fulfilling my next love, which is taking care of pets. I worked with a pet-sitting company for 3+ years and have learned all of the logistics of taking care of pets while their owners are away...

Andrea M. says "Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable."

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Pet Sitter

Pepperell, MA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am the happy owner of a Havanese puppy. I grew up with all sorts of animals like dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits. I love them all. I enjoy spending time with them. Taking walks, petting or just hanging out.
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Leominster, MA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
dog training
Hi! I'm a caring and dependable pet sitter who loves animals of all kinds. I have a dog of my own, so I understand the special needs and love pets require. I provide attentive care by feeding, walking, playing, and making sure your pets feel safe and happy while you're away. With experience and a gentle touch, I tailor my care...
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Ayer, MA

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
I love all animals and have been consistently taking care of them for years! Referral numbers are available if needed!
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My Experience

Townsend, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Hope. While I don't have much experience taking care of animals that aren't mine, I have about 15 years of experience with my own dog. He is 15 years old so I have taken care of young puppies to older senior dogs. I know their needs and am able to give them medicine or help with getting them active. I am active...
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Anne N.'s Photo

Groton, MA

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
I am an owner of a 3-year-old Australian labradoodle myself. Able to walk, feed and play regularly. I have a puppy safe home with ample space to safely board and look after.
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Leominster, MA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love taking care of pets! It is so much fun! Been taking care of pets since I was just a kid. Would love to take care of anyone's pet and give them the attention they need!
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Harvard, MA

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm an experienced and dependable pet sitter who has cared for many cats/dogs across several families. I understand how important it is to provide pets with consistency, affection, and attentive care while their owners are away. With reliable transportation and a flexible schedule, I'm able to meet your pet's needs and your...
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Fun And Responsible Sitter

Fitchburg, MA

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am 20 years old. I am in college pursuing nursing. I love animals and have since I came out the womb. Dogs are my favorite pets! I've grown up with dogs. I had a husky when I was younger and now have a Morkipoo who is 1. I also adore cats. I know my way around animals and would love to meet with yours!
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Jay G.'s Photo

Pepperell, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I love animals. My mother told me when I was a baby a squirrel had jumped in a playpen outside and I was playing with it. Not sure why animals are attracted to me. Truly blessed. I will take good care of your cat or dog.
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I Absolutely Love Dogs, Big And Small. I Also Am Very Fond Of Cats!

Lunenburg, MA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
grooming
+ 1 more
I have always owned dogs and cats, and even have done a little obedience training and grooming. Walking or pet sitting is not a problem at all.
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I Can Care For Pets And Or Children. I Have 3 Teenage Daughters And Have Worked At A Special Needs School.

Littleton, MA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have an 11-year-old beagle who is constant and loving.
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Dog Walker

Littleton, MA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
My 14-year-old senior dog passed away recently. I enjoyed walking her on our private beach, the canal and around a pond near our cottage. If you have a well behaved social dog that would enjoy a long adventurous walk please reach out.
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Leominster, MA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience growing up with my own cats and dogs along with watching other cats and dogs for several friends and family! I am a huge pet lover!
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Part Time Pet Caregiver

Townsend, MA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Lily, and I am interested in a pet care position. A little bit about myself: I am 22 years old, just graduated from college with my nursing degree. I am doing pet care on my days off from the hospital :) I have two dogs at home who I walk very frequently, two lovely rabbits, and I had a cat for 17 years. I am very...
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Mia S.'s Photo

Bolton, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
Over 8 years of hands-on experience caring for a variety of animals including goats, cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. Responsibilities have included feeding, grooming, cleaning enclosures, monitoring health and behavior, and ensuring overall well-being. Skilled in handling animals of different temperaments and needs, with a...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.09/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA

Pet Care in Shirley, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Marie M.

Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we...

- Donna C.

Rachel V.

Rachel is trustworthy, dependable and has a common sense approach to caring for animals. Highly recommend!

- Nicole L.

Christa C.

Christa is wonderful! She is a dedicated educator who is also a dog lover. She is caring and knowledgeable.

- Andrea M.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Shirley, MA

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.09 per hour as of August 2025. 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.

There are 11 pet care providers in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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.

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 Shirley, 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.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Shirley, 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.

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