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60 dog sitters are listed in Allston, MA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years

Dog sitters in Allston, MA

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Marielle D.


Allston, MA

$15-25/hr

Pet Sitter And Animal Lover

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I have had cats and dogs in the past, and have dog-sat and babysat. I am a huge lover of all animals. I don't have any professional experience but I am responsible, caring and have my own transportation! I can do longer-term dog sitting in my own home or can come to yours for cats or other small animals. I can walk your dog (or...
Marielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
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Sophie R.


Allston, MA

$15-30/hr

Interested In Pet Sitting/walking

I currently work at Dana Farber as a researcher and am interested in pet sitting/walking during the afternoons and weekends. I have previously cared for dogs and have grown up with cats, turtles, and fish.
Sophie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Nisha D.


Allston, MA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Your Loyal Hireable Pet Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

-HAS CAR -OPEN TO BOARDING -EXPERIENCE WITH ADMINISTERING MEDICATION -FULLY VACCINATED My name is Nisha. I am a 22-year-old Boston University Grad Student. A little bit more about myself, I'm a local resident in the Allston/Brighton area. I have my own vehicle & willing to travel. I have a clean driving record and have no...
Nisha can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"She was wonderful! Very kind and sent me feedback on how my cats were doing everyday. Will be hiring her again!"

Shawn-marie A.

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Erika M.


Allston, MA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

I love animals! If you're headed out of town and need dog sitting or walking let me know. I would be thrilled to help! I grew up with pets and will keep your little one safe and sound.
Erika can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Mariya M.


Allston, MA

$15/hr

Part-Time Dog Or Cat Sitter Available!

Having had many pets of my own growing up (dogs in childhood and currently have two cats), I have grown to love animals and know many of the responsibilities associated with pet care. I enjoy the outdoors and love dog-walking and will be willing to host if needed! I am currently a research assistant in a neuroscience lab at MIT...
Mariya can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Amanda W.


Allston, MA

$24-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Caregiver

Throughout my life, I've been captivated by the idea of having a dog as a loyal companion, but circumstances have yet to allow for it. My love for dogs has shaped my understanding of their needs and behaviors, and I constantly seek opportunities to learn more about responsible pet ownership. While I haven't been a dog owner,...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Marley P.


Allston, MA

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Dog lover and happy to take your furry friends for walks. I provide dog sitting in your own home for dogs of any size. I am comfortable walking and bathing!
Marley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Scarlett R C.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Animal Lover!

Hello! My name is Scarlett and I am a freshman at Boston University. I have been a pet sitter/dog walker for approximately 5 years now. I have worked with dogs of all sizes and I am fully comfortable walking a large dog! I love animals of all kinds and grew up surrounded by many dogs, cats, and even a bird! I look forward to...
Scarlett R can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Isabelle W.


Allston, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Pet-sitter, Dog Walker

Over the past 5 years, I have grown to love caring for pets. In high school, I watched my family friend's 2 dogs after school for 3 years - I would take them on long walks, feed them, and do anything else that I was asked to do with them dependent on the day. In addition to this, I've taken care of various friends' dogs...
Isabelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Daisy G.


Allston, MA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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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Dani H.


Allston, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Dog-Lover Here To Help!

Hello! I am a Boston University graduate who loves dogs, with plenty of experience to match! I have grown up with dogs, my parents currently have four, and I have experience caring for both my own dogs and with dog sitting for others. My schedule is flexible and I am more than happy to help with walking/feeding/playing and...
Dani can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Ellie B.


Allston, MA

$15-17/hr

Dog/Cat Sitter For Surrounding Areas

I am an experienced pet sitter who has supervised cats and dogs for many years. I am comfortable providing food, grooming, administering meds, taking pets for excessive and providing companionship. I have 2 dogs of my own who I love very much at my parents house so I know how much they mean to their owners!! I can provide many...
Ellie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
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Arielle H.


Allston, MA

$23-28/hr

Here For You Pet Care Needs! Daily/Overnight

I provide cat and dog sitting in your home. I've lived with pets for over 30 years now and have a great passion for animals. I currently have a cat of my own and she's the light of my life :) I'm also extremely focused on taking all precautions necessary re. COVID. Thanks and looking forward to hearing from you! Arielle
Arielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Alayna D.


Allston, MA

$15-22/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Lover Looking To Pet-Sit!

Hi there! My name is Alayna, and I am a young professional and life-long pet owner looking to provide pet-sitting support to Boston-area residents. While I've only begun providing professional, in-home pet-sitting services in the last year, I've had animals of my own since childhood and pride myself on being a dependable,...
Alayna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Maxie G.


South Boston, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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 sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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...

Brittany C.

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Deidra L.


Boston, MA

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I love pets, and have a border collie of my own that just turned 2 years old (living in Seattle while I finish up grad school in Boston). I have lived with cats for the past 5 years, and have a special connection to all animals. I have over 2 years of paid pet sitting experience, and am currently employed as a daily dog...
Deidra can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion and love. "

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Desiree R.


Boston, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible Dog Lover!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

To say I'm a dog lover is an understatement! I had a dog of my own, so I know the ins and outs of caring for one. I don't have the schedule yet to own a dog of my own, so caring for other dogs is the next best thing! I don't have any preference of size or energy level, so I would love to tend to the needs of yours whenever you...
Desiree can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Desiree provided dog sitting for my shepherd, Taylor for eight days. Taylor has some issues that can be challenging such as dog aggression and squirrel chasing but Desiree was calm, caring and competent. I felt at ease while we were on vacation because upon...

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Sierra V.


West Newton, MA

$8-13/hr8 yrs exp

Animal Lover

Hello! My name is Sierra. I love animals more than people most of the time because well have you met a dog I have years of experience Dog sitting to even watching pet snakes.
Sierra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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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: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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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 has been an animal lover for as long as I've known her. She's always volunteering to help take care of other's pets, and loves every second of it. And the animals love her! She is very reliable and trustworthy, so you would be leaving your pets in good...

Samantha P.

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Allston, MA

Nisha D.

5.0

Nisha cared for our very nervous 13 year old dog Henry in our hotel in Boston during Christmas Eve & day. Each day, she arrived on time and sent us picture and video updates that set our minds at ease. We would recommend Nisha for any care needs you have. She is very professional and her...

- Lora P.

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

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.

Deidra L.

5.0

Deidre bonded with my old, neurotic dog in a way I had never seen with any dog walker. She is a very tricky dog and Deidra handled her with compassion and love.

- Care member

Desiree R.

5.0

We feel so blessed to have met Desiree! She pet sat our Mia last night while we were in town for a family wedding. Desiree is absolutely lovely! She was a joy to meet and was kind and attentive to Mia. She was the best! One would be very fortunate to have Desiree as a caregiver!

- Pam M.

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