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

60 dog sitters are listed in East Boston, MA

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

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years

Dog sitters in East Boston, MA

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Ellie D.


East Boston, MA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very comfortable and loving towards animals. I live on a farm and have had cats and dogs all throughout my life. Right now, I actually own two adoring beasts, a Saint Bernard and a Golden Retriever. Both are over 100 lbs but could not be more loving and happy. I also have two pet cats that love to cuddle and are indoor/...
Ellie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
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Audrey H.


East Boston, MA

$15-25/hr

Committed And Loving Pet Sitter

Hello, I'm AJ and I'm a part time student and daycare teacher. I have always had a cat (or multiple!) and I have beloved family dog back home. Right now, I am looking for one time pet sitting jobs. My general availability for pet sitting is Tuesdays after 1pm, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
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Melisa F.


East Boston, MA

$45/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 2 years of experience with taking care of dogs and cats and own a cat myself. I am energetic, caring, responsible, and love to take care of animals and children.
Melisa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
As a passionate animal lover and an experienced pet sitter, I believe I would be the perfect fit for providing loving care and attention to your pets. I currently have two cats, Stormi and Pandora, who are both inside and outside cats, and they are a cherished part of our family. I understand how important it is to ensure pets...
Bianka can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
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Alexa F.


East Boston, MA

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Self-employed With A Busy Pet-sitting Side Gig

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.

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Mikayla J.


East Boston, MA

$15-25/hr

Pet Sitter Available

Hello! My name is Mikayla and I am available for a variety of pet sitting needs. I currently own and care for a long haired cat, a Holland lop rabbit, 5 goldfish, and an axolotl. I have had cats all of my life and feel very comfortable taking care of them. I am also available for dog walking and sitting with prior information...
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Marla M.


East Boston, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have ample experience as a Pet Sitter and have grown up with pets. I love a dog's energetic and loyal characteristics but also enjoy a cat's independent nature. I provide routine duties, including feeding, putting out fresh water, brushing pets, taking dogs on walks, and cleaning out litter boxes. I am comfortable...
Marla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hello! I'm Sarah. I have always had pets in my life and currently have a small dog at home. I have 5 years paid experience caring for pets. I am available for dog sitting and walking. I am responsible, have my own transportation and d not smoke. My dog is my baby and I understand how important it is for you to feel like you pet...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Dog lover, occasional pet sitter. Don't hesitate to contact me, your fur babies will be fine. I will take care of them as if they were my own.
Dasully can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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Claudia E.


East Boston, MA

$17/hr

Trusted And Caring Pet Sitter And Walker.

Hi! My name is Claudia, and I'm a passionate animal lover with experience caring for pets. I can help with dog walking, feeding, home visits, and providing companionship for your furry friends when you're away. I understand that every pet has unique needs, and I always ensure they receive the attention, love, and exercise they...
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Johanna G.


East Boston, MA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter

I love animals and am a pet owner myself! I have several dogs and cats of my own and am filling out enough chars.
Johanna can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming, dog training & more
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Shannon M.


Winthrop, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available For Daily Walks And Last Minute Needs.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2020 with degree in Public Health. I have multiple years of experience with dogs, cats, etc. I love animals and I have two dogs of my own. With that being said, I understand how important it is to have your pet in the care of good hands,...
Shannon can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"I hired Shannon back in November and then again in February. She sent me pictures of my lovely dog (Bruno) every day."

Edward H.

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Faofizah S.


Quincy, MA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Detail Oriented Sitter With A Ton Of Empathy

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been a pet parent and have always been an animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, birds, and fish. I have 4 years of paid pet sitting experience and 3 additional years of volunteer work with animals. I am an energetic, young professional who loves and enjoys the company of animals. My most recent sitting...
Faofizah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away. "

Care member

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Julia B.


Arlington, MA

$23/hr2 yrs exp

Dog Walker

I'm Julia and I'm 25 years old and have experience walking and sitting many types of dogs with all types of temperaments! I have a degree in Communications and love staying active. Hope we can connect!
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Julia is super friendly and very good with both my (large) dogs. Would recommend!"

Sophia F.

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Anna Z.


Dorchester Center, MA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love animals!! I was a kennel technician at an animal shelter last year and had been volunteering at the same shelter for years prior. I've had experience dog sitting, as well as sitting for chickens and even rats. I have two dogs (a chihuahua and a pit bull) and two cats. As I said, I love animals:) Let me know if you have...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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Victoria O.


Malden, MA

$27-45/hr2 yrs exp

Cant Wait To Meet Your Non Human Family Member!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Victoria and I would love to take the opportunity of meeting and caring for your non human family member! I do have some experience as I have dog sitted and cat sitted for a couple of years. And I absolutely love furry ( friendly ) animals !!
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her. "

Nicole L.

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Diana S.


Arlington, MA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Lover Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I looove animals. I miss so much my cats and dogs in Colombia where I am from. As I miss them so much I have decided to be a sitter
Diana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Bonded and insured

5.0
"She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love."

Susana F.

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Anna R.


Dorchester Center, MA

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Short Or Long Term Pet-Sitter And Dog Walker

Anna is current graduate student at Emerson College, where she is earning her Master's Degree in Theatre Education. She loves animals and is looking for one-time or recurring pet setting and/or dog walking work while she is in school. Anna has experience looking after both dogs and cats, and has worked with many pets with unique...
Anna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Anna has cat-sit for me and my family on multiple occasions! She has not only been incredibly responsible, but has gone above and beyond simply feeding our 2 cats - she has been sure to spend time playing with them, petting them, and making sure they are cared for....

Emma L.

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Leondine P.


Dorchester Center, MA

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I love dogs & cats so much, taking care of them would be a great opportunity. I am patient, reliable and great at multitasking. I don't have a car so I can do anything that doesn't require transportation. I can pet sit, groom, walk, and of course entertain your pets. I have a 3 legged pitbull, she's 6 years old. I can handle...
Leondine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Hollie J.


Arlington, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Pet Caregiver

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 sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Great with our dog and super great communicator."

Rach S.

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

Alexa F.

5.0

Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty meds. Would definitely hire again! Thanks so much!

- Stephen N.

Shannon M.

5.0

Shannon was such an amazing caretaker of my cat, Luna! I'll definitely be using her services in the future.

- Linden M.

Faofizah S.

5.0

Faofizah was courteous and professional and seemed to really care about the comfort of my dog while I was away.

- Care member

Julia B.

5.0

Julia is super friendly and very good with both my (large) dogs. Would recommend!

- Sophia F.

Victoria O.

5.0

Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her.

- Nicole L.

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