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Jacquelyn J.


Brookline, MA

$20-25/hr

5.0

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Hi! My name is Jackie and I have a lifetime of experience with a wide range of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, hermit crabs, bearded dragons, leopard geckos, iguanas, rabbits, and hamsters. I'd be happy to pet sit and/or take your pet for walks. I have experience administering oral medications to dogs, cats, and lizards.
Jacquelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We...

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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 sitting, pet walking
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Angela M.


Cambridge, MA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years experience dog sitting and dog walking. I love dogs of all breeds, I have 2 dogs myself (both giant german shepards), but I love small dogs just as much. I have 5+ years of dog sitting, dog walking, and taking care of other animals such as fish, cats, and rodents. I would absolutely LOVE the chance to help...
Angela can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Eliza F.


Boston, MA

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Pet Sitter

Hello! I'm Eliza. I'm a responsible, caring pet sitter with over a decade of experience caring for cats and dogs. I've had the joy of looking after pets for families around the world - from Massachusetts and Burlington, Vermont, to a full summer in Como, Italy. I know it's a big deal to trust someone with your home and your...
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…"

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Sook-hee E.


Somerville, MA

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Sitter And Walker Available

I provide dog and cat sitting and boarding. I worked as a dog handler at a day care for 2 years, and currently occasionally dog and catsit. I'm an animal lover and will make sure your pets are well taken care of!
Sook-hee can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"She is an absolutely amazing dog sitter. Incredibly reliable and trustworthy. My pups love her. She sends daily updates when we are away. Recommend 1000%!!"

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Christine M.


Dedham, MA

$29-40/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Dog Lover

Hello, I live in Dedham and I have a 6-year-old Labrador/Beagle mix who is awesome and a 3yr old long haired chihuahua I grew up with dogs and cats since I was very young. I had a Golden Retriever as an adult, and now my current dogs. I take them out a lot, hiking and to the dog park and long walks. They're spoiled as I believe...
Christine can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Kathlene S.


Quincy, MA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.. I have excellent references.
Kathlene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Katie is an amazing nanny and I highly recommend her. She took care of my daughter from birth to age 2.5yo. Katie became part of the family. I am familiar with many other children in the community whom Katie helped raise and everyone values her as an incredibly...

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Julia L.


Jamaica Plain, MA

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Julia. I would love to help you take care of your pets. I'm head over heels with dogs and cats of any breed, age or size. I have been a dog walker/sitter in the Boston area for about 6 years now. I started out with walking apps, and then spent about 3 years collectively working for dog walking companies and...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also...

Kaitlin S.

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Kelsey F.


Braintree, MA

$23-49/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kelsey! I'm 24, and I live in Braintree! I have my own car, and I have had animals pretty much my whole life. Currently I have 5 cats and a bunny! While cats are rabbits are my speciality, I have had dogs in the past and I do currently have a few dog clients. I am active and I love a good walk! I typically do...
Kelsey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is a compassionate and conscientious pet sitter. I was relieved to know my 2 cats were safe and well cared for while on vacation. She thoughtfully texted updates and even sent videos of them. :) "

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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: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Took care of my 2 dogs and cat for 10 days during my trip overseas. Excellent communicator and my pets adored her. Oh and she also took care of my house! Will hire again- Thank you Shannon!"

Lisa P.

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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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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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Kayla J.


Boston, MA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Former Seeing Eye Dog Trainer And Animal Lover

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

SPOILED PETS CENTRAL I have 8+ years of pet-sitting experience. I work from home 4/5 days a week and have a flexible schedule. I offer dog walking, pet sitting, and hospice pet care. I also have pet-sitting insurance! Want to learn more about me before you introduce me to your furry friend? Set up a free virtual meet and greet...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
5.0
"Kayla is an amazing pet sitter. She is dependable, kind, and communicates effectively. She sends me daily updates of my pets when I'm away and they always seem to have so much fun together. I cannot recommend her enough. She also leaves the house spotless! On...

Marcy A.

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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: Boarding, pet sitting
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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Judith N.


Dorchester Center, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Dorchester MA Pet Sitter

Thank you for checking out my profile and considering me to take care of your fur babies. I am fully vaccinated against covid and can provide you with proof on request. I am a non-smoker and very mature for my age. At home, we have a tuxedo cat named mimi and she is as adorable as yours. I love her so much as she brings so much...
Judith can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have known Judith for a very long time. She loves animals and love taking care of them. She will make sure your babies don't feel like you are not there with them."

Juliette Z.

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Noelle G.


Boston, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 2020 Duke graduate and now a rising 4th year medical student at Boston University. I'm looking for flexible, intermittent work to help pay for school expenses. I'm the daughter of a veterinarian and spent my entire life before college caring for animals in my father's clinic. I love every animal, although I especially...
Noelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Juliet C.


Dedham, MA

$15/hr1 yrs exp

pet sitter , dog walker , vacation services

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am able to check in on your cats and or dogs while your away , pet taxi walking feedings and playing , Ive volunteered in a cat shelter before , walked dogs before , have given small dogs baths , Plus have had dogs and cats all my life and my children's as well , I currently have 3 indoor cats from ages 1 year , 6 years , as...
Juliet can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly."

Barbara B.

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Erin V.


Quincy, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 5 years of dog sitting for small and medium-sized dogs, any dog I've met I have loved like my own! Growing up, I had 2 dachshunds and a chihuahua but have long-term sat for clients with larger dogs like sheebas, huskies, and shelties. From pet sitting, long or short walks, training, and of course taking care of my own pets,...
Erin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Erin did a great job! My dogs loved her & communicated with us daily while we were away!"

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Rosa B.


Dorchester, MA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Full-time Summer Caregiver

Hello! I am here to provide dog sitting in your own home with love, care and safety. I absolutely adore any type of dogs.
Rosa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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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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Emily D.


Cambridge, MA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"There is no better person I have met, nor will ever meet, to care for your animals. They are the singular most passionate and kind individual I know. Emily's passion is contagious and animals of all shapes and sizes adore her. She genuinely cares about animals and...

Sean D.

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

Jacquelyn J.

5.0

I am the worlds biggest homebody and had to travel for work to Chicago last minute last year. My husband and I have two rescue dogs that have special needs (separation anxiety and one is incontinent). Kenneling was a financial barrier and a horrifying option. We found Jacquelyn through Care.com and...

- Care member

Eliza F.

5.0

Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…

- Care member

Sook-hee E.

5.0

She is an absolutely amazing dog sitter. Incredibly reliable and trustworthy. My pups love her. She sends daily updates when we are away. Recommend 1000%!!

- Care member

Kathlene S.

5.0

Katie is an amazing nanny and I highly recommend her. She took care of my daughter from birth to age 2.5yo. Katie became part of the family. I am familiar with many other children in the community whom Katie helped raise and everyone values her as an incredibly caring and responsible nanny. She’s...

- Care member

Julia L.

5.0

I work at a pet resort where I feed, clean, give medicine to, and play with animals daily. So as someone who works with animals constantly, I know how hard it can be to find someone who is fit to take care of them. Although they are cute and lovable, they also require an abundance of patience and...

- Kaitlin S.

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