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60 dog sitters are listed in Spencer, MA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Spencer, MA
I have been watching furry friends for many years for different family and friends. I am excited to add some new pets to my weekdays/weekends. I love the outdoors, long walks/hikes with my own puppy - we would love to go for companion hikes as well! Can't wait to meet you!
Samantha can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hi there! I have a great love for animals and substantial experience in dealing with them. I grew up surrounded by a variety of pets, including three dogs (a whippet, a morky, and a chihuahua), two cats, a fish, and a hamster. I also had tortoises for most of my life. In addition, I took a pre-veterinary science class in high...
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Jenny B.
Charlton, MA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
relaxed, detail-oriented, aand sarcastic
who doesnt thats My question. but hey! my names jennifer I go by jenny, im 21 and I pet sit full time :) ive been working with animals since well before covid. started with my moms friends' dogs, then turned dog daycare attendant for a year, then turned a full time pet sitter right at...
Jenny can also help with: Dog training, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking & more
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.
5.0
(1)
I had a dog for 14 years growing up and love to be around animals. Over the years, I have cared for friends and families pets while they are away, or even just to take them on walks when their owners are too busy. I am willing to feed, give medications, clean messes, and walk any kind of pet.
Olivia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Olivia was an amazing babysitter and caregiver to our children. Our daycare provider had a stroke and we were in desperate need of help. Olivia already had another babysitting job at the time, however gave us all her free time to help us out! She was always...
Rachael O.
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, daily feeding, boarding, 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.
Ariana S.
Shrewsbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I can pet sit, ( stay over night or check on them daily) I live with 2 dogs and 4 cats and I'm a big animal lover!
Ariana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Owned pets my entire life- cats and dogs. Worked PT at Sturbridge Vet. I have always adopted dogs and spend a tremendous amount of time with my pups playing, walking and hiking!
Over 10 years of dog sitting care locally
Deborah can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"My cats love Deborah! I was very happy to leave them in her care! Deb returned my text messages promptly and gave me updates when I asked. She sent me some pics of my kitties happily fed. :)"
Mason W.
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher looking to earn some extra money over the summer. I have always been a pet owner and currently have an energetic 3. 5-year-old lab mix named Charlie. I have two young daughters who will most likely join me on my pet sitting adventures :)
Erika can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Erika took care of our cat while we were out of country. She is very reliable and our cat was really happy with her. Erika and her 2 daughters are a great company for pets and kids. We were very happy with Erika."
Care member
Growing up I was always surrounded by various types of pets and have a true love for animals. I had three dogs throughout my childhood and recently rescued my own from a shelter. I have also dog-sat consistently throughout the years and love getting to meet new pets! I definitely have the knowledge, energy and responsibility to...
Michele R.
Worcester, MA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Professional Looking For Pet Sitting To Increase Hours
I have 20 years of child care experience as a babysitter, nanny, preschool/kindergarten teaching assistant, lead teacher, and substitute teacher. I have taken care of children in more than 25 private homes including a lot of pets. I used to nanny for a family where the father was a veterinarian and the mother was a horse...
Michele can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hailey B.
Barre, MA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi my name is Hailey, and I am from barre Massachusetts. I have experience sitting many sizes and breeds of dogs in my 7 years of pet sitting. I give the owner picture updates as well as texts as I care for their pet during the pet sitting time. I am very communicated and strive to give the best service possible.
Hailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi im Anna! I've always had pets growing up and loved them and continued to love animals as I grew up. I've also had a few experiences in pet care caring for cats and dogs. My first pet care job was caring for one cat while their owner would go on vacations. This would be for a week at a time and I would go over 2 times a day to...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Jaquelina from Argentina, I have experience taking care of pets. During my childhood I had different kinds of pets such as dogs, cats, bunnies, turtles, birds, fish. Also my grandma had a huge backyard where she had chickens, pigs and a lot of farm animals. I really enjoyed spending time at her house!
Now I'm in...
Jaquelina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting in your home. I am an experienced pet owner. I love dogs, of all sizes and ages. I have experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am retired after 34 years with the same company, and can furnish references on request.
Mary Ellen can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I love dogs! I have two large dogs of my own! I am also a 1st grade teacher just looking to make some extra money when I can!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have grown up my whole life with dogs. Nothing more that I love in this world than fur baby's. I am willing to sit your dog, walks, or even spend nights with them when you are on vacation.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Annemarie H.
Whitinsville, MA
$13-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have dog sat for many different breeds of dogs over the course of 6 years and also have cat sit 2 cats for 4 years. I am very tidy and love playing with the animals.
Annemarie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am an experienced and active dog sitter that loves spending time with dogs of all sizes and dispositions. I enjoy daily walks outside on wooded trails and neighborhood streets. Curling up with a good book and a canine companion is also my idea of time well spent. I have experience with anxious dogs, reactive dogs, submissive...
Ina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kasia D.
Worcester, MA
$25-40/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Very experienced with dogs and cats of all sizes - have two cats of my own! Always been an animal lover. Can provide dog/house sitting references
Kasia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Spencer, MA
Diana L.
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.
Olivia W.
5.0
Olivia was an amazing babysitter and caregiver to our children. Our daycare provider had a stroke and we were in desperate need of help. Olivia already had another babysitting job at the time, however gave us all her free time to help us out! She was always punctual and very creative. She made...
- Rachael O.
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.
Deborah W.
5.0
Could not ask for more. - Hired Deborah because I broke my foot and could not walk my 100lb puppy. He is a wild boy. Deborah handles him in a caring, loving manner. You can truly see how much he enjoys his walks with her. If you have a choice, make her that choice !
- Edward A.
Erika T.
5.0
Erika took care of our cat while we were out of country. She is very reliable and our cat was really happy with her. Erika and her 2 daughters are a great company for pets and kids. We were very happy with Erika.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Spencer, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Spencer, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, MA is $15.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Spencer, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Spencer, 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.