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I have had pets since I was little and have a deep love for animals. I am a responsible 19-year-old college student and can manage caring for dogs, cats, and more!
Julie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Elene K.
Manchester, MA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have had dogs and cats my entire life. I have done dog walking for neighbors in the past. I especially love cats and big dogs. I can perform baths, clip nails, walk dogs (or cats, I suppose), or just generally pet sit.
Elene can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Maria G.
Gloucester, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Dog Walking, Dog Sitting With An Eye For Dogs With Special/ Training Needs
Hello! I am a life long dog lover, owner of a hound mix, and worked for a dog walking/ sitting company in Gloucester a few years ago. I love all dogs, and I am happy to honor any special requests around behavior, making sure to be consistent around training habits, or being extra caring with nervous rescue dogs (my dog is one...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I do not have experience walking other dog besides my own however, I love dogs and would love the opportunity to walk yours! Every August I go up to New York and dog sit my aunt's three dogs. They are all Labrador Retrievers. My dog is a black Lab/Pit mix. I can work with any breed of dog!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking
Sarah B.
Beverly, MA
$20-25/hr
I have owned a dog my entire life and have dog sit/walked for relatives, friends etc. as well. I love animals specifically dogs and have experience walking them, playing, dog sitting. I'm a senior college student looking to fill my schedule with some hours to make extra money to pay my tuition! I'd love to meet a great family...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Allison L.
Danvers, MA
$15-50/hr
Hi I'm Ally!
Availability:
Feb 24-28th MWF all day
March 3rd-24th all weekdays
April 18-June 24th 32-36 hours
I'm positive fun-loving person who loves to laugh, explore, be outside, have fun and take great care of pets. I have always had a love for animals. I'm a kind, gentle and caring pet caretaker. I have experience house...
Allison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Julia A.
Beverly, MA
$18-25/hr
I have had a dog all throughout my childhood. I have experience dog sitting and transportation .
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Kaylee G.
Beverly, MA
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kaylee and I'm a college student. I'm currently looking for some extra work while I'm in school this spring. I'm a huge animal lover and have had pets my whole life, so I'm very familiar with the care they need. I've done on and off dog walking and pet sitting for about 6 years now. I know how important our pets...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello all, my name is Grace and I am from Boston, Massachusetts but currently attend Santa Clara University. I am studying Child Studies and Sociology on a pre-law path! I have two dogs back east, a boxer and a Great Dane/Shepard mix. That being said, I love all dogs big and small. I would be open to also helping out around the...
Grace can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Sophia and I am a junior at UVM. With a lifelong love for animals, I have hands-on experience caring for a variety of breeds, including German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, French Bulldogs, and cats. Growing up surrounded by pets, I developed a love for animals. I am available for pet sitting,...
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
I am an avid animal lover that provides animal sitting in your own home! I'm an experienced pet owner and have grown up with dogs since I was 9. I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, and some reptiles. Am able to feed, perform baths, light grooming, and administer medication. Also, I am very active so...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I really enjoy going on hikes in nature and walking dogs. I've been dog sitting for 12 years now I've had a dog of my own and 2 cats. I feel I have a true connection with animals! I really enjoy spending time and being around animals. Cats and dogs especially
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
My name is Ava and I'm 18 years old. I have always loved animals and I have a bunny, a fish, and hermit crabs I love taking care of. I also have experience with cats and dogs. I'm very caring and patient and have always been great with animals. I'm very athletic and active so I would be more than happy to bring your pets outside...
Ava can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have watched/walked dogs, cats, hamsters and guinea pigs. I regularly watch people dogs and cats. I have two dogs of my own so I am very good with animals! I am very active so love taking walks!
Gillian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
My name is Lori. I'm 36 years old. I have 10 years of experience sitting and caring for cats and dogs. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!
Lori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have loved and cared for animals all my life. I grew up surrounded by many different kinds of animals, all of which were considered to be members of our family. Some of them included horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, mice, rats, guinea pigs, chinchillas, geese, ducks, and chickens. I have worked as a pet sitter for other families...
Heather can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I love all different kinds of animals. I don't have any at the current moment, but I'm always always walking the beach with the dog people. lol . All my little babies know me. I had a house and pet sitting business before the trend when I was studying to be a psychotherapist, I had a blast used to stay in other peoples homes and...
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have had experience with pet sitting with dogs overnight, and taking care of cats. I am an animal lover, and treat pets with
the utmost care and respect. I have also done pet walking, as well.
I am an older female, and consider myself to be very attentive,
compassionate, friendly, trustworthy, and reliable. My references
may...
Andrea can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I am very comfortable with all pets, especially dogs, as I've grown up with them my entire life. I have a couple of years of experience dog walking, and love all animals!
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, my name is Brian and I am a pet sitter/trainer. Pets have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have also spent time at my last job as a Bird-dog trainer/caretaker where I learned a lot about teaching dogs and fulfilling their needs. No matter how big or small the job is, I assure you I will try my best...
Brian can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Essex, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Essex, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Essex, MA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Essex, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Essex, MA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Essex, MA is $20.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Essex, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Essex, MA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Essex, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Essex, MA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Essex, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Essex, MA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.