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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for considering me for the important role of caring for your beloved pets. As a passionate animal lover with 14 years of experience, I bring a deep commitment to providing the highest level of care and attention to your furry companions.
My experience includes caring for my current pets: 3-year-old Samoyed Dog, a...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Raina H.
Palmer, MA
$21/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I' m Raina! I am a part-time college student, and I also have a part-time job as an animal caregiver. I absolutely love my job as it provides me with experience with all different types of animals; dogs, cats, birds, and small animals. I am a quick learner and am a loving, caring individual.
Raina can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Rachel L.
Brimfield, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have experience working full time at a cat boarding facility. My daily duties included feeding and scooping, medication administration (including insulin administration) general cleaning and giving love and individualized care to all of our feline clients. I'm passionate about animals and work to provide high end...
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Rachel was a sigh of relief in taking care of our 2 cats over the busy thanksgiving holiday. She is wonderful, caring, and great at communicating."
Eric H.
Katherine S.
Monson, MA
$15-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Kat, I am a very outgoing and energetic person. I have been working with animals, mainly dogs for a 3 years. I grew up in a farm in Puerto Rico, therefor being around animals is second nature to me. I owned many pets throughout my life including dogs, cats, bunnies, birds and fishes! With my many years of...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dorothy B.
West Brookfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Always Had And Cared For Many Kinds Of Animals From Domestic Dog ,cats And Birds To Horses Go
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Day Care. I am a lifetime animal owner and caregiver I am comfortable with dogs, cats birds and even farm animals. I can [rovide transportation of small animals as well. I can spend extended time with animals. My schedule is very flexible.
Dorothy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Sharon O.
Warren, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Responsible, Experienced Pet Care With Impeccable References
I have over 20 years of experience fostering and providing care for a wide array of pets including large breed dogs, birds and cats. I love all animals and I take their treatment and care very seriously. I can provide impeccable references, which can attest to my reliability, trustworthiness and high quality of care.
Sharon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jen and I'm a mom of 4! I have 2 beagles(Sassy, Piper) 4 cats(Oreo, Max, Elsa and Oliver) 1 bird(Corky) 2 guinea pigs(Cocoa and Rosie) and 3 hermit crabs(Hermie, Brewster, and Caillou)!!! I have lots of pet experience from walking, cleaning, and feeding! I would love to be trusted with your fur babies! I can check on...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Jen cared for my two cats while I was in vacation. She was reliable, trustworthy & very attentive! She communicated with me throughout the time, sent some pictures & even bonded with the cats! I would absolutely recommend her services if you're looking for peace...
Meghan H.
Hannah B.
Springfield, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been living with animals sense I was a baby. I started to take care of them at the age of 7. I have a little zoo at my house with 3 cats, 1 bird, 3 guinea pigs, 3 dogs and a bearded dragon (and some hermit crabs). I do have a general knowledge of how to take care of all these animals however I do have a experience the...
Hannah can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She's very dependable and cares a lot for a pet's well-being. You can tell she takes her job very seriously, and enjoys it too. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a pet-sitter."
Cass K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy the company and spunk of ALL dogs of any size breed or need. My experience in Pet care began when I lived in a property that was not pet friendly and wanted to get my animal "fix" by doing a few walks a week. 10 years later myself I have fledging business with many repeat clients. Walks, Drop in visits, Day Trips and...
Lila can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Lila was great! We have 4 elderly animals that have meds/ special needs and she was so good with everyone. Our animals all loved her!"
Care member
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I own two Yorkies sisters and they are 1. They are completely house trained, in fact they know mealtime, potty time, and bedtime like a clock. I also, recently nannied, where included in my duties was caring for a large size Lab. I was in charge of letting out, daily walks, and playtime. I have owned a cat and birds. I grew up...
Rhonda can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting & more
I love pets! I have grown up living with cats and dogs. My grandmother has had birds all my life and I had a fish once. I currently have an orange cat named Binx!! I got him six months ago after not having a pet for years, I love him so much, and would love to help you with your pets as well!
Mahogany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have worked with dogs and a variety of other animals for as long as I can remember. I even received the opportunity to intern with the Animal Control Officer, as her assistant which gave me more skills to use including medical. I love it. Animals love us and try their best to make us humans happy, so why not give it back to...
Lorraine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of caring for animals including Dogs, Cats, Small Animals, Birds and Reptiles. When I was 14 I got my first pet sitting job and have cared for many animals over the years since then. I have also worked as a seasonal animal care specialist at an...
Stephanie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hi, my name is Amy.
I love almost any animal. I grew up in a house with dogs, cats and birds. My husband and I currently have a 7-year-old Puggle named Brady. He is the absolute love of our life.
I completly understand the importance of pet care for both when you are just 5 miles away at work or when you are across the country...
Amy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sofia D.
Amherst, MA
$15-20/hr
As an owner of 2 loving dogs at home, and a previous owner of cats, birds, and other dogs, I have always been around pets and had a strong place in my heart for caring for animals. Trusting somebody else to care for your pet is always extremely difficult and unnerving, and I can promise that I will care for and respect your...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
My name is Alonna and I am a Certified Pet Trainer through the National K-9 School for Dog Trainers in Ohio. I can provide basic and advanced dog obedience, puppy socialization, and puppy potty-training assistance. Other services I offer are dog walking, pet sitting (including overnight care), and bathing/brushing/toe nail...
Alonna can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
Marina D.
Amherst, MA
$18-30/hr
Growing up I've always had dogs & now I have 4 that I love very much!
Luna: american bully
Espresso: great dane
Goose: pit bull
Kracken: weimaraner/chocolate lab
I also had birds, chickens & fish in the past. Over the years I've watched over cats, dogs, fish & hamsters!
I'm an animal lover & would love to help care for...
Marina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Melinda C.
Southbridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love animals. I have two beautiful french bulldogs. I have experience with cats, dogs, fish, birds and ither animals as well. Im a non smoker and have my own transportation
Melinda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
Jessica S.
Somers, CT
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always been an animal lover. I currently have two dogs, two bunnies, two birds, and two axolotls. At any point in my life there has always been animals! I am very empathetic towards them and love to snuggle, pet, play and walk them.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
Marissa P.
South Hadley, MA
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog sat for a doberman breeder and has litters of puppies and up to 8 adults at a time. I also grew up with many pets, goats, dogs, cats, fish, birds, bunnies and lizards. I have plenty of experience and am a huge animal lover.
Marissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Recent bird sitter reviews from local pet parents in Palmer, MA
Rachel L.
5.0
Rachel was a sigh of relief in taking care of our 2 cats over the busy thanksgiving holiday. She is wonderful, caring, and great at communicating.
- Eric H.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jen cared for my two cats while I was in vacation. She was reliable, trustworthy & very attentive! She communicated with me throughout the time, sent some pictures & even bonded with the cats! I would absolutely recommend her services if you're looking for peace of mind & someone you can count...
- Meghan H.
Hannah B.
5.0
She's very dependable and cares a lot for a pet's well-being. You can tell she takes her job very seriously, and enjoys it too. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a pet-sitter.
- Cass K.
Lila S.
5.0
Lila was great! We have 4 elderly animals that have meds/ special needs and she was so good with everyone. Our animals all loved her!
- Care member
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FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Palmer, MA
What do bird sitters near me in Palmer, MA do?
A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Palmer, MA, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.
How much do bird sitters cost near me in Palmer, MA?
Hiring a bird sitter near you in Palmer, MA costs an average of $24.50 per hour as of March, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.
How can I find a bird sitter near me in Palmer, MA?
You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Palmer. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.
Is it safe to hire a pet bird sitter near me in Palmer, MA?
While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Palmer, MA completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What kind of birds can I hire a bird sitter for near me in Palmer, MA?
You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Palmer, MA.