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Find cat sitters in East Boston, MA that you’ll love

60 cat sitters are listed in East Boston, MA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years

Cat sitters in East Boston, MA

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Daisy G.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been pet sitting for friends and neighbors for over 5 years and enjoy getting to spend time with cats and dogs.
Daisy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!"

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Emily D.


Cambridge, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly, but Emily saved the day and was willing to meet and watch the dogs on short notice. Our dog Lucia usually takes...

Christian B.

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Nathan D.


Roslindale, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Newly Experienced Pet/housesitter

Hi, I'm Nathan :) newly into pet/house-sitting, and super excited to earn more experience. Most recent experience was 8 weeks cat/house-sitting.
Nathan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Nathan did aa wonderful job taking care of my cat and tending to the care of my home while I was away. I was so impressed with the amount of attention to detail Nathan consistently demonstrated in following the schedule for my pet and household operations. I would...

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Maria V.


Cambridge, MA

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...
5.0
"Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."

Alysia M.

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Kelsey L.


Brighton, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover With Flexible Hours

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been around pets my whole life and I love them all! We've always had dogs but we've also had parakeets, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, and a rabbit! I've also been around cats through family and friends but unfortunately haven't had my own due to my mom's allergies and landlord restrictions. Since age 14 friends/ family...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey is a close friend of mine and I would trust her the most with my pets. She has a dog herself, and always comes with me to my dog sitting gigs because she loves all dogs. She will provide constant attention and care to any pet. You can be certain that you are...

Briana J.

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Julia B.


Medford, MA

$15/hr

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

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 walking, pet sitting
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Angela M.


Cambridge, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years experience dog sitting and dog walking. I love dogs of all breeds, I have 2 dogs myself (both giant german shepards), but I love small dogs just as much. I have 5+ years of dog sitting, dog walking, and taking care of other animals such as fish, cats, and rodents. I would absolutely LOVE the chance to help...
Angela can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Hi! My name is Jackie and I have a lifetime of experience with a wide range of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, iguanas, rabbits, and hamsters. I'd be happy to pet sit and/or take your pet for walks. I have experience administering oral medications to dogs, cats, and lizards.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We...

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Lesley F.


Brighton, MA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Pet Sitter Available!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and fish. I have experience administering insulin shots to cats, running errands, cleaning litter boxes, light housekeeping, etc. I can spend quality time overnight with your animal friends if needed and am happy to keep you posted on how they are...
Lesley can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Lesley over the 4th of July long weekend to keep our 3 year old dog company in the comfort of our own home. She took great care of the house and we received a great report from our dog. Lesley was very communicative through the "interview" process leading...

Aidan D.

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Sophia R.


Medford, MA

$15-16/hr5 yrs exp

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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
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 day. She also was good company for Paisley when was she...

Jena P.

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Portia J.


Brookline, MA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Weekend Pet-sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Judith N.


Dorchester Center, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Dorchester MA Pet Sitter

Thank you for checking out my profile and considering me to take care of your fur babies. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can provide you with proof on request. I am a non-smoker and very mature for my age. At home, we have a tuxedo cat named mimi and she is as adorable as yours. I love her so much as she brings so much...
Judith can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I have known Judith for a very long time. She loves animals and love taking care of them. She will make sure your babies don't feel like you are not there with them."

Juliette Z.

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Cristina B.


Watertown, MA

$10-16/hr10 yrs exp

Comfortable With Paws And Claws! :)

I have been a pet-sitter to many family friends, tenants and neighbors over the years. I have taken care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and turtles. I am also a volunteer at the MSPCA animal shelter where I work with small animals such as rabbits, chinchillas, ferrets, mice, hamsters, and guinea pigs.
Cristina can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"I've known Cristina for about 10 years. With her huge heart and love for animals, I knew she'd be great to help take care of my kitten. She is THE BEST cat sitter-- so good it appears my cat prefers her to me! It's a huge relief to know I can count on her for cat...

Amanda S.

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Priyanka V.


Malden, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had dogs since I was in middle school. I recently brought back 3 dogs from a small country in Africa , where I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer. I've been taking care of my neighbor's pets (cats and dogs) since high school. I have also taken care of birds and fish (a beta fish was my first pet!) I am very friendly and...
Priyanka can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Eliza F.


Belmont, MA

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Pet Caretaker

Hi! My name is Eliza and I'd love to help take care of your pet. I've been cat- and dog-sitting for neighbors and family friends for eight years. This past summer, I worked for a family took care of their dog, T. I have grown up with cats and currently have kittens at home. I've also have babysat for multiple families while...
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…"

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I have experienced doing pet sitting, I love dogs and cats, going to walk and feed them is beautiful for me.
Daniela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Anzhelika P.


Belmont, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I Love Animals.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love animals very much and will be glad to help with dog walking and cat sitting. Throughout my childhood I had both a cat and a dog in the house.
Anzhelika can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have had many pets of my own including cats, dogs, and fish. I love animals and love to work with them just as much as children. I have also had experience house sitting and taking care of animals for family members while they were away.
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Jenna F.


Medford, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm an energetic, friendly caregiver looking to offer some occasional pet sitting to families in the Medford area. I come from a family of animal lovers and grew up in a house full of dogs and cats. I also volunteered at my local animal shelter for over 10 years so I have experience caring for less common pets such as...
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Faith and I am a recent graduate of Haverford College. I am looking for some part-time work while I job search and study for the GRE, and since I love animals (particularly cats as I am a cat owner myself) I thought it would be great to try to pick up some part-time pet sitting work! I have cat sat a few times...

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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in East Boston, MA

Daisy G.

5.0

Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!

- Care member

Emily D.

5.0

Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly, but Emily saved the day and was willing to meet and watch the dogs on short notice. Our dog Lucia usually takes some time to get used to strangers,...

- Christian B.

Nathan D.

5.0

Nathan did aa wonderful job taking care of my cat and tending to the care of my home while I was away. I was so impressed with the amount of attention to detail Nathan consistently demonstrated in following the schedule for my pet and household operations. I would recommend Nathan 100%!

- Care member

Maria V.

5.0

Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her.

- Alysia M.

Kelsey L.

5.0

Kelsey watched our dog Toby for us while we went away on vacation and I am so glad we found her! She did an excellent job and was very reliable. She kept in communication with us throughout the vacation and gave us updates which we had asked for. We came home to a very happy puppy and a clean house!...

- Jill B.

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