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5.0
(1)
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: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
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.
Emily D.
Cambridge, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
"There is no better person I have met, nor will ever meet, to care for your animals. They are the singular most passionate and kind individual I know. Emily's passion is contagious and animals of all shapes and sizes adore her. She genuinely cares about animals and...
Sean D.
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog, cat or practically any pet sitting in your home. I have worked in the animal care field for over a decade now and I am available all day on any day. I have worked at and volunteered at multiple animal hospitals throughout high school and college including Danvers Animal Hospital and New England Veterinary Clinic....
Kyle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."
Tara M.
Maxie G.
South Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to South Boston June 1st. I do have a full time job in Healthcare, from 9-4 in Wilmington MA. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I grew up with a long haired black cat and a fox hound dog! I live right across from Carson beach in South Boston, which is perfect for dog walking. I have done many dog/house...
Maxie can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Maxie was amazing! I do on-call work and she was always available at the last minute to check in on my cats. She was kind and responsive and I cannot recommend her enough!"
Olivia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog walker for 5 yrs now of 2 labradoodles. I have also cared for cats and administered medications to them. I am also willing to learn to care for other animals too, They keep me active and I also house sit for them too. I can do overnights and if needed with advanced notice I maybe able to bring them to my home....
Merri-anne can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"We had two large dogs that needed to be walked together and she had no problems handling them both. They loved their time with Merri-anne."
Leslie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am a student looking for summer work. I study biology and have a love for animals. I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. I am an active person and especially if you have a active pup, I am more then willing to go on walks, hikes, etc. Additionally, I will make sure to send updates of your furry friends!
Sarah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sarah is prompt. She asks lots of questions to get to know your dog. Sarah also sent many updates while taking care of our dog. When we got delayed, Sarah was totally flexible and was able to give give us n extra hour with very little notice. Our dog was...
Ellen A.
5.0
(3)
I'm a responsible, warm, and positive cat lover! While I love all animals, cats have been my deepest animal connection since childhood when I grew up always having them around. Now I'm here to care for yours and soak up some kitty purrs while I'm at it! It's important to me that your cats have someone loving and intentional to...
Lorna can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Lorna is a tremendous cat-sitter for many reasons, but the first being she just adored and loved on Ellie. I went away for 3 weeks for work, and was quite anxious about how Ellie would do, and who would take care of her. Lorna and I know each other from a church we...
Alli P.
5.0
(5)
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 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...
Jill B.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brianna. I have been caring for dogs, cats, and other animals for nine years now. I have never come across an animal that I wasn't able to form a strong, trusting bond with! I have had a lifelong passion for animals. I started out by volunteering at an animal rescue walking dogs. After, I went on to...
Brianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"We hired Brianna to walk our new puppy Violet. Violet took right to her! Brianna was really sweet and patient with her. We also hired her to puppy sit for a few hours, she did a great job with our pup playing with her, feeding her and giving her the attention she...
Care member
5.0
(26)
Hired by 40 families in your neighborhood
I have been a pet lover my entire life and have personally owned a variety of pets. Additionally I've professionally cared for dogs, cats, various kinds of birds, fish, geckos, frogs, bunnies, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, chameleons, gerbils, axolotls, mice, hamsters, rats, ferrets, chinchillas, snakes, degus and turtles. I...
Hollie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Great with our dog and super great communicator."
Rach S.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(5)
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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
5.0
"I have hired dog walkers in the past, but Cathy stands out from the rest. Her rates are very reasonable in comparison to other places and she provides excellent service.
She really cares for my puppy like she was her own. I never worry about my pup while at work...
nancy G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Alexa. I have a thriving side gig as a dog and cat boarder and I also offer cat check-ins, and on-occasion, dog walks. I have 50+ five-star reviews on a popular pet-sitting app and have been doing this for 4. 5 years.
For boarding, I only take one pet or one family of pets at a time. I book boarding stays a bit ahead...
Alexa can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Alexa took care of our cat while we were away for several nights. She was really easy to make arrangements with, super responsive and nice, and sent photos without us asking. We were very happy and will definitely hire Alexa again!"
Gretchen M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 2020 Duke graduate and now a rising 4th year medical student at Boston University. I'm looking for flexible, intermittent work to help pay for school expenses.
I'm the daughter of a veterinarian and spent my entire life before college caring for animals in my father's clinic. I love every animal, although I especially...
Noelle can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I provide dog and cat sitting and boarding. I worked as a dog handler at a day care for 2 years, and currently occasionally dog and catsit. I'm an animal lover and will make sure your pets are well taken care of!
Sook-hee can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"She is an absolutely amazing dog sitter. Incredibly reliable and trustworthy. My pups love her. She sends daily updates when we are away. Recommend 1000%!!"
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5.0
(1)
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Eliza.
I'm a responsible, caring pet sitter with over a decade of experience caring for cats and dogs. I've had the joy of looking after pets for families around the world - from Massachusetts and Burlington, Vermont, to a full summer in Como, Italy.
I know it's a big deal to trust someone with your home and your...
Eliza can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…"
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Melrose, MA
Cristina B.
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 care.
- Amanda S.
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.
Kyle W.
5.0
Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs.
- Tara M.
Maxie G.
5.0
Maxie has watched our dog, Archie (Great Pyrenees mix) multiple times and Archie loves her so much! It gives us such comfort going out of town knowing that our boy is well taken care of. She sends updates and loves on him the way we would want anyone staying with our fur baby to do and also...
- Brittany C.
Kayleen H.
5.0
Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!
- Bijit K.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Melrose, MA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Melrose, MA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Melrose, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Melrose, MA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Melrose, MA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 6 cat sitters in Melrose, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Melrose, MA?
The best cat sitters near you in Melrose, MA have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Melrose, MA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Melrose, MA if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Melrose, MA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Melrose, MA, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.