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Marie M.


Newton, MA

$20-30/hr

Camp Registrar/Office Manager

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I have worked for a number of families over the years doing everything from art projects with kids, driving them to and from various activities, dog walking, prepping dinner, and running errands! I work full-time for the YMCA and love keeping myself busy with busy families!
Marie can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet transportation, Pet walking
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Mariam K.


Newton, MA

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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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 sitting, Pet walking
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Maliha C.


Newton, MA

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

Can't Wait To Meet Your Fur Babies

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Hello! My name is Maliha and I am from Newton, Ma. I absolutely adore animals and even have two cats of my own (shadow and coconut)! I am a first year pharmacy student and on my free time I work for a company where I care for different types, sizes, and ages of cats and dogs. Some services I offer are boarding, house sitting...
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Emma R.


Newton, MA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

A Little About Me

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Hi, I am great with pets and can help with dog walks/ checking in on them when needed. Feel free to message me.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking
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Ciara S.


Newton, MA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Ciara! During the school year I work full-time as a behavior therapist in an elementary school. Because summer is coming up I'm looking for some extra work for the summer as I'm also currently enrolled in a graduate program! Before working in an elementary school, I worked in an early intervention program and was...
Ciara can also help with: Pet sitting, Daily feeding, Pet walking

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Hello! I would be thrilled and grateful to be trusted to take care of your loved one. I have lived with dogs and cats most of my life and currently live with Lady Bug, a 5-year-old Chow Chow/Shepherd/Pit mix who is very loving, active and vocal about her needs. I have often taken care of pets while hired for childcare. I am not...
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting
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Alexa F.


East Boston, MA

$5-15/hr5 yrs exp

College Student Available For Summer Pet Care

5.0

(3)

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Hey, I'm Alexa. I currently run my online holistic nutrition practice specializing in autoimmune disease health. I'm an author and licensed elementary teacher in MA. I love pet sitting on the side and have years of experience with many families caring for cats and dogs. I would love to meet your pets!
Alexa can also help with: Pet sitting, Administration of medicine, Pet transportation

Recent reviews:

5.0
Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty meds. Would definitely hire again! Thanks so much!

Reviewed by Stephen N.

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Cathy F.


Somerville, MA

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

5.0

(2)

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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

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Maria S.

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Dylan V.


Allston, MA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care Professional!

5.0

(1)

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I love all animals and love to care for them. I grew up with 2 dogs, 4 cats, chickens, ducks, etc. (the list goes on). I provide dog walking and pet sitting, and have experience working for a dog walking company for 4+ years.
Dylan can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting

Recent review:

5.0
I had the privilege of meeting Dylan while conducting an interoffice intervention for a group that Dylan just had started with. The characteristics of Dylan that attracted my attention when I met him make it...

Reviewed by Amanda P.

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Victoria S.


Newton Upper Falls, MA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Administration of medicine, Pet sitting, Pet walking, Grooming, Pet transportation, Dog training
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Sofia M.


Medford, MA

$15-20/hr

Hello! My Name Is Sofia M. I Live In Medford,Ma. I Love Animals!

5.0

(1)

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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 walking, Dog training, Pet sitting, Pet transportation
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Christine M.


Dedham, MA

$29-40/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Dog Lover

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I live in Dedham and I have a 6-year-old Labrador/Beagle mix who is awesome and a 3yr old long haired chihuahua I grew up with dogs and cats since I was very young. I had a Golden Retriever as an adult, and now my current dogs. I take them out a lot, hiking and to the dog park and long walks. They're spoiled as I believe...
Christine can also help with: Boarding, Pet transportation, Pet sitting
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Diana S.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover Sitter

5.0

(2)

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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
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Siena G.


East Boston, MA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Experienced dog walker and house sitter with a passion for animals. Happy to take care of your furry friends while you're away and give them the love and attention they deserve. Trustworthy, reliable, and professional. Contact me for dog walking, pet sitting or boarding services
Siena can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking

Recent review:

5.0
Siena has been amazing with my dog, I've hired her multiple times and plan to continue to do so!

Reviewed by Frances M.

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Carley S.


Charlestown, MA

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible & Caring Petsitter

5.0

(1)

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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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Erin V.


Quincy, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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With 5 years of dog sitting for small and medium-sized dogs, any dog I've met I have loved like my own! Growing up, I had 2 dachshunds and a chihuahua but have long-term sat for clients with larger dogs like sheebas, huskies, and shelties. From pet sitting, long or short walks, training, and of course taking care of my own pets,...
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, Administration of medicine, Pet walking

Recent review:

5.0
Erin did a great job! My dogs loved her & communicated with us daily while we were away!

Reviewed by Care member

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Lovie W.


Brookline, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Keeping Your Pets Safe & Happy

5.0

(8)

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I grew up with a cat, dog, rabbit, terrapins & chickens! I have helped to watch dogs, cats, rabbits & birds for many clients. I currently have a ginger cat, Jack, that I love to bits! He is 1 of 3 siblings that I have had for 16 years & counting. Each time I visit, I make sure to give the pet lots of cuddles (if they allow,...
Lovie can also help with: Pet sitting

Recent reviews:

5.0
She was truly amazing. Because we just moved country and house our cat was super shy, but she was so patient and loving. Kept him company and took good care of him. Clear and fast communication, dependable, and...

Reviewed by Xandra A.

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Victoria O.


Malden, MA

$20-45/hr2 yrs exp

Cant Wait To Meet Your Non Human Family Member!!

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name's Victoria and I would love to take the opportunity of meeting and caring for your non human family member! I do have some experience as I have dog sitted and cat sitted for a couple of years. And I absolutely love furry ( friendly ) animals !!
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding, Pet walking

Recent reviews:

5.0
Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed by Nicole L.

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Shuying J.


Brighton, MA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Sitter For Your Furry Friend(s)

5.0

(4)

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Hi everyone, I am an experienced dog sitter looking for opportunities to care for your furry friend(s) based on your needs! I grew up with 2 dogs (German Shepard and Corgi) and have over 2 years of professional experiences pet sitting for friends, family, and clients. I am happy to help with sitting, walking, and boarding if...
Shuying can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Boarding

Recent reviews:

5.0
Shuying (Gina) did a wonderful job caring for our elderly cat. Despite lots of difficulty with other sitters in the past, Gina was able to give our cat all of her medications without too much trouble. Our cat...

Reviewed by Sarah G.

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Lisa S.


Wellesley Hills, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I provide child care and have been on care.com for over two years. I am adding pet care as well. I am a dog owner, however, I have taken care of our neighbor's cat in the past when they go on vacation.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, Daily feeding, Pet sitting

Recent review:

5.0
I could not recommend Lisa more! She helped babysit our two boys and dog while we were visiting Boston. She was great with the kids and dog, always on time, great communicator, and provided helpful local tips!...

Reviewed by Jenny C.

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Deidra L.


Boston, MA

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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 sitting, Pet transportation, Boarding, Pet walking

Recent review:

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.

Reviewed by Care member

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Julia M.


Chelsea, MA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I'm looking for one time or reoccurring dog walking or boarding. I am available for pack walks or one on one time if your animal prefers to be cared for separately. I'm available for overnights, one off walks or regular scheduled care. With the pack we take hikes and socialize. One on one sessions are slower and individualized...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Boarding, Pet transportation

Recent reviews:

5.0
Julia is just fantastic with our dog. It has been almost 2 years that she takes care of our puppy and we we are so happy we found her. She is very knowledgeable about dog behaviors and management in a solo or...

Reviewed by Khadija B.

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Julia B.


Medford, MA

$10-15/hr

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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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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Rae-Anna M.


Dorchester, MA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

5.0

(2)

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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: Daily feeding, Administration of medicine, Pet transportation, Dog training, Grooming, Boarding
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Sophia R.


Medford, MA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Help With Your Fur Babies!

5.0

(1)

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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

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Jena P.

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Lindsay D.


Dorchester, MA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Look No Further For Animal Care Needs!

5.0

(1)

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I am great with animals of all sizes and breeds! I currently own two cats, a mainecoon and a short haired black one! I have had bearded dragons and snakes in the past. I can handle an aggressive dog and am able to walk them with ease! Animals love me and are drawn to me! I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind,...
Lindsay can also help with: Pet sitting, Boarding

Recent reviews:

5.0
Looked after my reptiles. Cared for, fed, and bathed them while I was away.

Reviewed by Care member

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5.0

(1)

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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 sitting, Pet walking, Administration of medicine, Pet transportation, Boarding
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Ann Marie D.


West Roxbury, MA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

5.0

(8)

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Hi! My name is Ann Marie. I have loved animals since childhood. I bond with them well and win their trust easily. I am available for dog walking, drop in visits and caring for your pets in your home. In addition to dogs, I offer services for cats, birds, fish and other small domestic animals. My love for animals is what makes my...
Ann Marie can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting

Recent reviews:

5.0
She is very good with our cats and very fastidious.

Reviewed by Don A.

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Ilana C.


Cambridge, MA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Caregiver!

5.0

(1)

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I am a responsible, conscientious animal lover who would love to take care of your pet! I always had pets growing up and learned how to provide animals proper care and love from a very young age. I have walked and cared for friends' animals on a regular basis as well. I am comfortable and experienced in dog walking, cat and dog...
Ilana can also help with: Pet walking, Pet sitting

Recent review:

5.0
I want to give a shout-out to Ilana as an amazing cat sitter for Storm! She treats him like her own and their bond is undeniable. Storm always rushes to her as soon as she walks in the room. Ilana goes above...

Reviewed by Care member

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Eunice L.


Dorchester, MA

$10-15/hr

Loving Pet Caregiver And Walker

5.0

(1)

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I love all animals and would love to dog sit for you! Unfortunately, I have a bit of an allergy to cats but no allergies to any other animals! At home, I have a small Maltipoo for who I am the primary caregiver and have also fostered a German Shepard. I am a student at the University. I have always loved animals and hope you...
Eunice can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking, Administration of medicine

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Newton, MA

Alexa F.

5.0

Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty meds. Would definitely hire again! Thanks so much!

- Stephen N.

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.

Dylan V.

5.0

I had the privilege of meeting Dylan while conducting an interoffice intervention for a group that Dylan just had started with. The characteristics of Dylan that attracted my attention when I met him make it easy for me to give him an endorsement. Dylan brings energy, commitment, and strong...

- Amanda P.

Siena G.

5.0

Siena has been amazing with my dog, I've hired her multiple times and plan to continue to do so!

- Frances M.

Erin V.

5.0

Erin did a great job! My dogs loved her & communicated with us daily while we were away!

- Care member

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