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60 cat sitters are listed in Shrewsbury, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 4 years
Cat sitters in Shrewsbury, MA
Racquel G.
Upton, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Racquel I have 2 Dogs, 1 cat, and 1 bird at home! I love to play with my dogs or go on hikes with them. I have done a couple of house sitting/ pet sitting jobs and I love to play with all animals! my favorite thing to do is go on the walking trail near my hour with my dogs and just giving them cuddles with on the...
Racquel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Racheal P.
Cherry Valley, MA
$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Racheal, a 25-year-old preschool teacher with a passion for pet-sitting. I've been caring for furry, feathery, and scaly friends since high school, and I've loved every minute of it. From birds to fish, cats to dogs, and even hamsters, I've got experience with them all. I understand the importance of keeping your...
Racheal can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Kat and I'm a 20-year-old animal lover with a considerable amount of experience. I'm currently home from college for the next three months and am looking for some work this summer while having the opportunity to do something that I love. I'm most experienced with dogs, cats, rodents, and other small animals....
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I've both boarded dogs and commuted as a sitter. Whether it's walking your pet, feeding, crating, changing out litter, filling the water bowl, making sure your loving pet has a friendly companion. I'm the person for the task!
(I have 3 furry friends myself, two dogs and a cat.)
Alisha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Joseph M.
Worcester, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have one year of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. I love cats, and have cared for them my entire life, though I don't currently have a pet.
Joseph can also help with: Pet sitting
Kathleen B.
Worcester, MA
$20-25/hr
I have owned cats my entire adult like. I am willing to visit as needed and to feed your cats and replace water, as well as scoop litter.
I'd describe my personality as kind
I like working with animals because they are sweet and fun. Their curiosity always amazes me as well as their intelligence.
I'm looking for a job that...
I have always had pet dogs and cats but unfortunately had to leave them behind when I moved out of my parents house. I have had the pleasure of helping take care of a Keeshond and a German Short haired Pointer. I also have experience dog sitting for a pug and a Pit bull. I miss being around animals and would love to be able to...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Kasia D.
Worcester, MA
$25-40/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Very experienced with dogs and cats of all sizes - have two cats of my own! Always been an animal lover. Can provide dog/house sitting references
Kasia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I offer boarding for up to 2 dogs or any type of caged pet (bunny, ferret, guinea pigs, etc.) along with drop in visits in the owners home cats and caged pets. I have a fenced yard and provide 24/7 supervision. I charge per service and not hourly. I am a long time dog owner with extensive sitting experience for all breeds and...
Briana can also help with: Pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"My Chihuahua stayed with Briana and her family for a week while I was away. My Chihuahua can be a little fussy-boy, but he warmed right up to Briana. She was great with his feeding and medication, and her family welcomed him like part of their family. They also...
Marta C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi There! I'm hoping I can be the right fit for you and your pet :).
I'm experienced with a variety of animals. I grew up with my sister's pet bunny. She lasted 13 years and was a special part of our lives. I've also been surrounded by cats for a majority of my life. I have a cat of my own as well! Her name is Octavia! I've...
Anne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Anne was fantastic with our two dogs. She stayed with them for a full week and honestly the best experience we've had with ANY dog sitter. She's so kind and took the very best care of them. And we enjoyed a vacation for the first time, worry free! Our puppy Sammie...
Julie K.
Hi there! I have a great love for animals and substantial experience in dealing with them. I grew up surrounded by a variety of pets, including three dogs (a whippet, a morky, and a chihuahua), two cats, a fish, and a hamster. I also had tortoises for most of my life. In addition, I took a pre-veterinary science class in high...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Are you looking for a fun, experienced, devoted, caring fur-baby sitter?
I am a pet lover/sitter/walker with 23 years' experience working with cats and dogs (veterinary hospitals and pet sitting/walking).
All animals are special in their own ways. I love bonding with them and discovering their unique personalities to keep...
Lisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Lisa is a kind, gentle person who will take wonderful care of your pet. She worked at our animal hospital for over 13 years and provided quality care to hospitalized patients both canine & feline. Her experience will prove valuable if you have a pet in need of...
Dr. D.
Andrea O.
Bellingham, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I love all animals! I have one dog and I have had a cat. So I would love to pet-sit for your animals. I have been pet-sitting for over 4 years including overnights, dog walking and cat check-in. I am responsible, reliable and honest.
I am also a painter, I have painted many pet portraits as you can see in my bio. Please...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I met Andrea at our local dog park where my dog, Bo, instantly took a liking to her! She takes great care of Bo who waits expectantly for her to arrive for their outings! Andrea is caring, punctual and dependable and I never have to worry when Bo is in her care!"
Melissa P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Have worked in the corporate job. I retired in 2017 and started a small pet care business. I have nine regular daily clients along with 5 additional clients who utilize my services for vacations and weekend get-a-away. Have loved animals all my life and have had a wide variety in my home (hamsters, birds, fish, cats and dogs.)...
Michael can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Michael has taken care of my dogs and cats in the past. He is extremely dependable and trustworthy. He is kind and caring and has great rapport with the animals. He adapts to their personalities and situations, uses his judgement but also does as asked. (sometimes...
Molly D.
Brenda C.
Sudbury, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks And Pet Care. Available For Sitting While You Are Away.
5.0
(38)
Hired by 29 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brenda. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I have been a dog sitter, walker, boarder, and trainer for several years. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with a household of furry friends, and I couldn't imagine my life without...
Brenda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"My one dog was beat as a puppy so he has issues meeting people. When Brenda came for the first time you could tell she was a dog person as he was fine, half way through the visit I was like go a head and pet him but she reminded me of my process I have in...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Doggy daycare attendant looking for some extra four-legged friends in need of care! Educated on dog body language, feeding & medication (including insulin). Will happily dog-sit & cat-sit in your home! When can I meet your fur baby?
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"We are so grateful for Sam! Not only was she a great communicator, she sent us pictures of our girls every day reassuring us that they were in great hands. Our pups looked so happy in every single picture. There was no doubt that they got a lot of love and...
Catherine H.
Leslie G.
Bellingham, MA
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Overnight And Day Sitter For Your Horses, Dogs, Cats, Birds, Etc. Experienced.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I am an animal-lover and am experienced with many different kinds of pets and farm animals. Of my own, I've had a horse, dogs, cats, birds, turtles, frogs, snakes, gerbils, guinea pigs, etc. I will care for your pet at your home and am available days and overnights while you are away. I have no other commitments;...
Leslie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, dog training
5.0
"My wife and I moved to Boston and didn't know a single soul let alone anyone that we would trust with our four dogs. (Two Rotties and two Dachshunds) We were very nervous about leaving them will a stranger for over a week while we were in Jamaica. However, Leslie...
Darren W.
5.0
(2)
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: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting & more
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am a huge dog lover and looking for dog walking sitting opportunities and dog sitting opportunities! I have two dogs and a cat of my own. I used to work at Best Friends pet care for 6 years in Sudbury as a kennel/activities associate. My job responsibilities including feeding the animals, walking the dogs, playtimes,...
Melanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a crazy animal lover my whole life! I grew up on my uncles farm in Upstate New York and growing up my parents had 5 cats and a boxer. I worked at the Natick Community Farm as my first job and cared for all the farm animals there. I have always volunteered for Stray Pets In Need nearly my whole life with my mother who...
Aliyah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
5.0
"Aliyah was an incredible caregiver to my senior dog. She showed such compassion and understanding of a senior dogs need. You should not hesitate to hire her….. she is great!"
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Shrewsbury, MA
Briana R.
5.0
My Chihuahua stayed with Briana and her family for a week while I was away. My Chihuahua can be a little fussy-boy, but he warmed right up to Briana. She was great with his feeding and medication, and her family welcomed him like part of their family. They also have a big fenced-in yard which was...
- Marta C.
Anne D.
5.0
Anne was great with our senior dog. He had a lot of different care requirements, but Anne was able to take them on and was very responsible. She was also incredibly caring, and her love for animals was evident in every interaction.
- Care member
Lisa Z.
5.0
If you're considering hiring Lisa, just call her references. They can't say enough good things about her and they're all true. She is reliable, friendly, has lots of animal experience from working at an animal hospital, and is great with our dog. He clearly loved her from the moment he met her....
- Jennifer L.
Andrea O.
5.0
I met Andrea at our local dog park where my dog, Bo, instantly took a liking to her! She takes great care of Bo who waits expectantly for her to arrive for their outings! Andrea is caring, punctual and dependable and I never have to worry when Bo is in her care!
- Melissa P.
Michael T.
5.0
We started working with Michael back in 2023, and are so happy to have found him. Our dog loves staying with Michael, and is always well taken care of. Michael will send pictures while we are traveling which is always great. Michael is our go to for our pup!!
- Mary B.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Shrewsbury, MA
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Shrewsbury, MA?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Shrewsbury, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of February, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Shrewsbury, MA. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 5 cat sitters in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
The best cat sitters near you in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Shrewsbury, 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Shrewsbury, 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.