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60 dog sitters are listed in Groton, MA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years
Dog sitters in Groton, MA
Animal lover willing to provide anything from a walk for your dog to full time sitting including feeding, play time, etc. I have a cat and a dog of my own if your dog is friendly and am experienced with both animals.
Leah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! My name is Julia and I absolutely love animals! I have had dogs and cats my entire life and currently have a 5-year-old black lab named Bella that's an absolute sweetheart. I'd love to help you out whenever I can! I have experience dog and cat sitting for family and friends over the years and would love to meet your fur...
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I do not have a dog of my own, however have dog sat before multiple times. I am experienced in walking, feeding, and playing with them, and I love dogs of all ages and sizes. I am a very outdoorsy person, and I am outgoing as well.
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Deborah J.
Harvard, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
A lifelong animal lover, I've owned & cared for cats (all ages) since childhood, have done some dog-walking/pet-sitting for others throughout the years, and have helped care for a variety of animals (wild & domestic) through volunteer work at area shelters.
Deborah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, I'm Nicole! I'm currently 22 years old and dogs are my entire life. I've always been a huge animal lover and have grown up with dogs of all different sizes, temperaments, breeds, etc. throughout my entire life, and have always been the go-to pet sitter within our family and family friends, for not only dogs but also cats,...
Nicole can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide animal sitting and or exercising services. Whether it be a dog, cat, or gold fish - you name it, I'm there for you. I have experience with many kinds of animals from chickens and ducks to cats and dogs. I am reliable, hard-working, and honest and I am always on time. I have looked after dogs, cats, and farm animals and...
Abigail can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely great with my puppies! She always communicated when she got there and left for the evening. Would absolutely hire her again!"
Alexandria B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Have worked in the corporate call center world for 23 years as a senior manager. I retired in 2017 and started a small pet care business called Paws and Affect. 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...
Michael can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"I have been Michael's veterinarian for 20 years. Michael is kind, patient and diligent about his pets medical and social needs. He is a very trustworthy and responsible individual with compassion and a good sense of humor"
Melissa C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I have regulars that I PIG sit for an figured I would venture out ! I am a 50 yrs young I have plenty of experience with cats and dogs ! We have 3 cats and a dog at home. I also foster cats and kittens and look for there fur homes.
I am a clean...
Kim can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kim is a very caring caregiver. Responsible and reliable. I would rather have her stay with my babies than send them to a daycare, home is where your babies are comfortable. "
Care member
5.0
(25)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Callie. Animals are my life! I have always had animals growing up as a child. Dog, cat, bird, fish, iguanas, guinea pig, and a rat just to name a few. In high school I took animal care classes. Cleaning out donkey stalls and grooming are just two things to name of what we did in the classes. I have been in the...
Callie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Callie was really great with our cats while we were away. She was super diligent about their litter boxes and food and water, even taking pictures that she then sent to us. She even cleaned the floor once, even though we had never asked her to!"
Care member
Catherine T.
Westminster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been pet sitting for a few years now and have experience with dogs, cats, chickens, horses, bunnies, and many other animals! I love caring for animals and will be attending College of the Holy Cross next year on the pre-vet track. I have a rescue dog named Bear and a cat named Grey, and a flock of chickens! I am...
Catherine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
To Whom It May Concern: I am pleased to meet you and I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to apply for a position as a Cat Sitter and/or Dog Walker/Sitter I would be excited to work for a client/owner of a cat/s or dog/s I am an ideal candidate for this position for the following reasons: I am an animal lover and have...
Bonnie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family."
Suman M.
5.0
(1)
I grew up with cats and I had one dog. My parents had 2 dogs and my sister has 3 cats and 3 dogs. I have been around animals my whole life. Animals are my passion and they mean the world to me. I have always wanted to work with animals ever since I was a young girl! I have taken care of a cat before for about a week, dog sat as...
Nichole can also help with: Administration of medicine
5.0
"She's very loving,caring,reliable, honest, hard working mother of 1. She's always doing fun things to help educate and keep him active. I have seen the rooms that she has worked in as an assistant teacher and she's very organized and always coming up with fun and...
Amanda A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional and passionate pet sitter and dog walker with 10 years of experience! I love all animals and I am hoping to find one or two new clients to fill up my openings as well as find potential clients for future pet sitting visits!
Ashley can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She is always on time, great personality and she loves to work with animals "
Terrence N.
5.0
(1)
I currently have 3 fur babies of my own. I have 10 + years experience taking care of dogs. I cant imagine a job more fun than taking care of peoples beloved pets and giving them the best quality care .
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Stephanie A.
Nashua, NH
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been cleaning professionally for over 20 years & offer residential, small office space & new construction. I am fully insured & service NH & MA area. I offer a service that most cleaning companies do not I am very detailed & have a reputation for perfection. I treat your home as if it were my own. I also help take care of...
Stephanie can also help with: Changing bed linens, attic cleaning, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Stephanie and her crew showed up right on time and were very friendly, fast and efficient. They left my house feeling like we had just moved in again."
Erick M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Elaina and I currently am a junior at the Ohio State University. I will be graduating a year early this spring then heading to graduate school in the fall to become a school psychologist. I am apart of some clubs as well as an OSU honors society. I have owned and grew up with a variety of different animals such...
Elaina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emma and I'm hoping to help whoever and whatever it may be in regards to taking care of your pets. As of now, I mainly do drop-in visits and walks but I'm willing to discuss what services you need. My schedule is very flexible and I can most likely accommodate the times and days in which you need help with your...
Emma can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Emma was punctual, friendly, and easy going. All three of my dogs immediately loved her, which is rare! She sent updates and was very caring with my dogs- I know they're in good hands with her!"
Courtney L.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have had large dogs my whole life, and have been dog sitting for neighbors and family friends since I was 11. I have experience with puppies though senior dogs. I hope I can help you with your furry family!
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kathryn B.
Hudson, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide pet sitting for dogs and cats. I have 7+ years experience taking care of pets, as both a stop-in and as a live-in sitter. I have also been in charge of taking care of the house, retrieving mail, and watering plants. I love all cats and dogs, and I'm open to taking care of other pets, but cats and dogs are where my...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is very dependable, shows up on time and the amount of times she needs to (usually twice a day to feed the cats) while doing everything on the to-do list. My cats love her!"
Jessica P.
Diana L.
Clinton, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Diana and I am super excited to meet you and your lovely pup/pups or kitties!! Since a child I grew up around animals, and as a dog & kitty mom I know how important your fur babies are to you! I hope you can put your trust in me and believe me when I say your fur babies health and safety will always be my number 1...
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Diana was wonderful and did an amazing job taking care of our dog and cats. She was even able to add an extra visit on short notice after our plane was delayed. Thank you!"
Jeffrey A.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Groton, MA
Abigail M.
5.0
Absolutely great with my puppies! She always communicated when she got there and left for the evening. Would absolutely hire her again!
- Alexandria B.
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.
Kim L.
5.0
Kim did a great job taking care of our pets and home while we were away! Everything was in great shape upon return and our pups had a blast.
- Care member
Callie B.
5.0
Callie was really great with our cats while we were away. She was super diligent about their litter boxes and food and water, even taking pictures that she then sent to us. She even cleaned the floor once, even though we had never asked her to!
- Care member
Bonnie B.
5.0
Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family.
- Suman M.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Groton, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Groton, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Groton, 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 Groton, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Groton, 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 Groton, MA is $14.14.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Groton, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Groton, 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 Groton, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Groton, 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 Groton, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Groton, 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.