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Hi! My name is Caitlyn. I grew up with dogs, cats, and guinea pigs. I have been a pet sitter for about 4 years! I have watched three dogs: I have stayed overnight with them, brought them on walks, fed them, and played with them! I have also watched two guinea pigs: I fed them twice a day and cleaned their cage and washed their...
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have owned dogs all of my life, and I have been a dog sitter/walker for over 10 years. I love all animals, but especially dogs of all kinds. I am a very active person and love the outdoors, running, walking, and hiking. I work part-time with children, so I have had a very extensive criminal background check along with a CORI...
Linda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
I have had animals all my life and adore being around them. I am very comfortable around large dogs, or any dogs, and cats. I would love your animal as if it was my own and give it the very best care! I am willing to come to your home to play, walk, feed, pick up waste, or even just to spend some time with your pet.
Lillian W.
Baldwinville, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I love animals and have been dog sitting all summer for different families.
Lillian can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I love dogs and cats with my whole heart, I have an Aussie named daisy. I got her when she was just a few weeks old, she turns 6 this year. She is extremely energetic and loves to play and go for long walks, which I also enjoy:) My experience with pet care so far has been having my own pets, helping friends and family and...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming
Nichole S.
Winchendon, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting & Babysitting!
Hello! My name is Nichole and I would love to watch your pets the next time you're away! Summer is here and so are vacations. I would watch your dog in your home. Or walks as well.
I am currently working full-time a pet app! I would like...
Nichole can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I currently work professionally as a dental hygienist but would love to use my free time to care for animals! My experience working with animals includes farm work taking care of dogs, chickens, goats, and all other sorts of animals! I have a genuine love...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for overnights, daily check-ins, dog walking, and farm sitting! Experience with dogs, cats, small animals, avians/exotics, horses, and livestock. Send me a message for more information on my availability and additional references.
I can provide pet sitting in your home for those days that you need to work late...
Julia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Recent review:
5.0
Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates.
Scott S.
Catherine T.
Westminster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been pet sitting for a few years now and have experience with dogs, cats, chickens, horses, bunnies, and many other animals! I love caring for animals and will be attending College of the Holy Cross next year on the pre-vet track. I have a rescue dog named Bear and a cat named Grey, and a flock of chickens! I am...
Catherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Kaela H.
Hubbardston, MA
$1-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi everyone! Pet Care has been my full time gig for a couple years now. I started my business All Paws PetKare in September 2021 after taking over for Aunty Amanda's Pet Care when she moved down south. I have always had a passion and love for all animals. My schedule mainly consists of daily walks, and I'm looking to add some...
Kaela can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Recent reviews:
5.0
Kaela is great with our dog! Bayley loves her. I get a text everyday from Kaela with a picture of my happy pup. She leaves a note everyday letting me know what Bayley did on her walk.
She is very professional in her job.
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Who I am: My name is Shelley and I am a 58year-old energetic, happily married woman with two grown children. I have always lived in New Salem. I have two SUVS for inclement weather. I recently lost my job as a medical professional when my wonderful boss moved to Louisiana. What makes me special: I love all pets and all pets seem...
Shelley can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Recent reviews:
5.0
We hired Shelley to walk our difficult dog once a week so that he would be used to having someone else in his life for those times that we need to go away. He took to her immediately and looks forward to her visit. She will be house-sitting with our dog for a week...
Ann M.
Jessica L.
Swanzey, NH
$8-13/hr
I've grown up around guide dogs for the blind then i'm high school I was an intern at everything dog, walking and training dogs. I also have a dog and cat of my own.
Jessica can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
I absolutely adore all animals! Growing up I had a bunny named Shadow and a cat named Whiskers who were truly members of my family. Now I have a 3-year-old French Bulldog named Bindi, and my roommates and I shared responsibility caring for our German Shepherd Ruca while I was in college, so I have plenty of experience with pet...
Crystal can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding & more
I am available for dog walking or pet sitting during the day until 2 p.m. and also in the evenings after 6 . I have had animals all my life. Dogs and cats. They are a huge part of my life . (I treat them like they are people) . My youngest child of 7 just left for college and I'm looking for something to occupy my time before...
I provide dog sitting and dog walking. I have always been an animal lover. I was a dog walker for a year and really enjoyed it!
I am an animal lover. I have experience dog/cat sitter and dog walking. I will treat your furry friends as my own and give them the care they deserve!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Marissa M.
Troy, NH
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I am experienced in pet sitting and walking. I currently have a 4-year-old English lab at home who is very active and loves walks.
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a dog and cat! I have experience with helping walk and board up to 8 dogs! I've worked in many houses with children and pets caring for both :)
Alexandria can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! I'm a reliable, punctual, and kind care giver. I have 20+ years experience of animal care. I grew up with dogs, cats, rodents, birds, and chickens. I'll walk animals, clean their "bathrooms", feed and play with your pet!
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I provide pet care at your home. I have two large dogs, two cats, and three lizards. I am fine with all kind of animals. I do not provide overnight care in someone's house. Able to feed, clean, take on walks, and play!
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Athol, MA
Julia L.
5.0
Fantastic service, very professional and communicates well. She was able to handle a quite complicated set up without any problems and gave regular updates.
- Scott S.
Kaela H.
5.0
Kaela is great with our dog! Bayley loves her. I get a text everyday from Kaela with a picture of my happy pup. She leaves a note everyday letting me know what Bayley did on her walk.
She is very professional in her job.
- Care member
Shelley S.
5.0
We hired Shelley to walk our difficult dog once a week so that he would be used to having someone else in his life for those times that we need to go away. He took to her immediately and looks forward to her visit. She will be house-sitting with our dog for a week while we leave the country, and I...
- Ann M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Athol, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Athol, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Athol, MA will cost you an average of $15.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Athol, MA?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in Athol, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Athol or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Athol to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Athol, MA worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Athol, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Athol, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Athol, MA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Athol, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in Athol, MA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.