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I've been taking care of dogs, cats, and pigs for around 9 years now! I have lots of experience walking dogs, and watching animals in general. I will ensure your pet has the best experience and are of course well taken care of!
Cami can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi my name is Christa C! I have worked with children for the past 20+ years which was always my first love, but now I want to continue fulfilling my next love, which is taking care of pets. I worked with a pet-sitting company for 3+ years and have learned all of the logistics of taking care of pets while their owners are away...
Hi! My name is Eva and I have been babysitting for 3 years +! I have not worked it as a full/part time job yet, however I've helped out friends/neighbors when they need it. I will be going back to school for my sophomore year of college in the fall so I'm looking for a fun, part time summer job. My school is local, therefore I...
Eva can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, grooming, boarding
Hi! My name is Desire'. Since the adoption of my now3-year-old car, I've grown such a love for caring for animals and giving them they attention they need. I'm open to cat sitting and all of the requirements that brings as well as walking small to medium and very friendly dogs. Hope to speak to you soon!
Desire can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Need help with your furbaby? I can help care for your pet either pet sitting or dog walking, feeding your fish or bird etc. I have had pets my entire life and an animal lover. I currently have a very lovable French bulldog myself.
Shirleyann can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Graduate level student currently working at a high school looking for summer employment. I own two dogs and a few geckos. My mom is a veterinarian and I've grown up surrounded by all types of animals. I spent two years working full time at a cage free dog hotel/daycare where I was the only staff member on site responsible for...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting
Marissa C.
Lancaster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Animal Lover And Fun Sitter, I Am Great At Entertaining And Taking Care Of Pets.
I have at least 3 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I can also do overnight pet sitting as most of my jobs have been pet/house sitting. I have taken care of dogs, cats, and chickens and even know how to administer medicine for the pets if needed.
Marissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have two years of professional animal care in both a facility and client's homes. I am comfortable with all ages; I've worked with puppies learning the basics and older dogs in their golden years. I am also comfortable with most breeds and sizes; inquires please message!
I have a part time job, and am home most of the time...
Audrey can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, boarding & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have 8 years of experience caring for cats, dogs, and chickens. I love all animals and enjoy spending time taking care of them and keeping them active. In the past, I have also provided house-sitting services such as watering the garden, emptying humidifiers, and organizing mail.
Kersten 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
I've had animals my entire life. I have 3 dogs of my own, 5 cats and live on a horse farm! I'm always happy to dog walk, feed cats and dogs, clean litter box etc.
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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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, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family."
Suman M.
5.0
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Have 20+ years of experience with cats, dogs, birds, housesitting, and maintenance. Housesitting and pet sitting, walking, feeding, overnight sitting, ETC.
Even open to any other services that you may need in your home. Also detail inside and outside of cars.
Jeffrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"He is great with kids & animals. Creative & responsible. "
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5.0
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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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kathryn B.
Hudson, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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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 sitting, pet walking
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.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets, my pets have always been considered as my family members not pets. I have taken care of many pets, especially dogs and cats for friends and neighbors when away for vacation or weekends. With this, I have received great references and other requests for pet sitting.
Nancey can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always been an animal lover since an early age. I grew up with a lab/golden retriever. I've taken care of numerous amounts of dogs in the past. From a Newfoundland to a jack Russell terrier to a wheaten terrier to a small toy dog. Most of the dogs I'm around are hypoallergenic, as I have allergies and it makes the living...
Rachel can also help with: Grooming, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending photos of our dog while we were away. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again."
Nicole E.
Catherine T.
Westminster, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
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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. I have been in the animal care business for 10+ years now. Taking dogs out, going on long walks, feeding them, and...
Callie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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!"
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Diana L.
Clinton, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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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 Shirley, MA
Bonnie B.
5.0
Live dogs and cats, take care of our pets like family.
- Suman M.
Jeffrey M.
5.0
He is great with kids & animals. Creative & responsible.
- Care member
Kathryn B.
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.
Rachel A.
5.0
Rachel looked after our 7 month old pup while we were away on vacation for a week. She was an excellent communicator, always checking in and sending photos of our dog while we were away. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again.
- Nicole E.
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
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Shirley, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Shirley, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Shirley, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Shirley, 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.