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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly dog lover/owner of 9yrs, looking for extra weekend work. I enjoy going for safe adventures, on-leash walks, and drives with my dog. I would offer the same care that I give to my own dog. Let's throw the ball around or play tug of war. Does your dog love snuggles, scratches, and massages too? Are they relentless with...
Charisse can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven to be one of our favorite puppy sitters. Our sweet Violet loves her."
Jen B.
5.0
(5)
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 sitting, pet walking
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Millacent I.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$28/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I always say, "Do what you love and love what you do. You'll never work a day in your life !"
Pet sitting is also like a fun hobby for me. I love dogs! I am a friendly, caring, and trustworthy pet sitter :)
Thank You
Millie
Millacent can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Millie took very good care of my 2 cats. Baby rosemary & fluffy lulu. She ensured their food & water bowls were cleanned out before refilling, she also emptied & completely cleaned out there cate box before refilling it. Millie, was a great company for me and the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for several families who have pets that I care for daily as well as when they are away. I had my own large breed dog for 12 years and also grew up with dogs and cats!
I have cared for many kitties and doggies throughout the Boston and south shore area.
5.0
"Ty was taking care of my elder cat for an extended period and she was really happy with her. She would text me and send me a photo every day. She also stuck around despite my grumpy cat's bad behavior and did an extra visit last moment when I realize I have...
Teodora T.
5.0
(1)
I have been a pet-sitter to many family friends, tenants and neighbors over the years. I have taken care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and turtles. I am also a volunteer at the MSPCA animal shelter where I work with small animals such as rabbits, chinchillas, ferrets, mice, hamsters, and guinea pigs.
Cristina can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I've known Cristina for about 10 years. With her huge heart and love for animals, I knew she'd be great to help take care of my kitten. She is THE BEST cat sitter-- so good it appears my cat prefers her to me! It's a huge relief to know I can count on her for cat...
Amanda S.
Deidra L.
Boston, MA
$18-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a college student at Northeastern University who severely misses my dog, so I would love to get the chance to take care of yours!
I have worked with dogs for my entire life. I used to do obedience, behavioral, and show training with my great dane at home, and have also petsit for friends and neighbors for as long as I...
Emily can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Emily was awesome! She was sweet, thoughtful, and very attentive while dog-sitting for our anxious rescue pup. It's clear she loves animals and I definitely would hire her again and recommend her to others looking for pet care! "
Jenn Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
Anna Z.
Dorchester Center, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
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 sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love."
Susana F.
5.0
(19)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Brianna. I have been caring for dogs, cats, and other animals for nine years now. I have never come across an animal that I wasn't able to form a strong, trusting bond with! I have had a lifelong passion for animals. I started out by volunteering at an animal rescue walking dogs. After, I went on to...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"We hired Brianna to walk our new puppy Violet. Violet took right to her! Brianna was really sweet and patient with her. We also hired her to puppy sit for a few hours, she did a great job with our pup playing with her, feeding her and giving her the attention she...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a dog walker for 5 yrs now of 2 labradoodles. I have also cared for cats and administered medications to them. I am also willing to learn to care for other animals too, They keep me active and I also house sit for them too. I can do overnights and if needed with advanced notice I maybe able to bring them to my home....
Merri-anne can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"We had two large dogs that needed to be walked together and she had no problems handling them both. They loved their time with Merri-anne."
Leslie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals and have been a distributor for holistic pet food for 15+years. I have been a dog walker off and on for the past 12+years. I have been a pet sitter for my neighbor for the last 16 years. I take care of their cats when they go on vacation every June for a week. They have at...
Cathy can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Cathy has been responsible for my pets when I have been away on vacation for a week or just a few days for over the past 16 years. Over these years, I have owned a dog, cats (one year, one of my cats had kittens), a turtle, gerbils, finches, fish and frogs. My pets...
Maria S.
5.0
(2)
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 sitting, pet walking
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...
Pam M.
Julia L.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, pet sitting, daily feeding
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.
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…"
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Daisy G.
Allston, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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!"
Care member
5.0
(26)
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Great with our dog and super great communicator."
Rach S.
5.0
(1)
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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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Roslindale, MA
Charisse M.
5.0
Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven to be one of our favorite puppy sitters. Our sweet Violet loves her.
- Jen B.
Kelsey L.
5.0
Kelsey watched our dog Toby for us while we went away on vacation and I am so glad we found her! She did an excellent job and was very reliable. She kept in communication with us throughout the vacation and gave us updates which we had asked for. We came home to a very happy puppy and a clean house!...
- Jill B.
Millacent I.
5.0
Millie took very good care of my 2 cats. Baby rosemary & fluffy lulu. She ensured their food & water bowls were cleanned out before refilling, she also emptied & completely cleaned out there cate box before refilling it. Millie, was a great company for me and the cats in my time of need while moving...
- Care member
Ty B.
5.0
Ty was taking care of my elder cat for an extended period and she was really happy with her. She would text me and send me a photo every day. She also stuck around despite my grumpy cat's bad behavior and did an extra visit last moment when I realize I have miscalculated my trip days.
Ty is...
- Teodora T.
Cristina B.
5.0
I've known Cristina for about 10 years. With her huge heart and love for animals, I knew she'd be great to help take care of my kitten. She is THE BEST cat sitter-- so good it appears my cat prefers her to me! It's a huge relief to know I can count on her for cat care.
- Amanda S.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Roslindale, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Roslindale, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Roslindale, 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 Roslindale, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Roslindale, 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 Roslindale, MA is $16.58.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Roslindale, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Roslindale, 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 Roslindale, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Roslindale, 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 Roslindale, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Roslindale, 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.