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60 dog sitters are listed in Watertown, MA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years
Dog sitters in Watertown, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of Bryn Mawr College and I am working at the Columbia University Medical Center. I have grown up with cats in my household and miss having pets a lot! I am also very comfortable with dogs. I love animals and would love to provide care to yours while you're away!
Jade can also help with: Pet sitting
Lauren H.
Brookline, MA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am from a suburb of metro Detroit, where I have extensive experience with children of all ages, especially involving children with special needs. I have my bachelors and masters in social work. I love animals and have experience with multiple dog sitting jobs as well as having pets my entire life. I...
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 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 walking, pet sitting
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a high school student with many years of experience in animal care. I am currently employed at a horse farm where I care for 20+ horses and many small animals. I also have dogs, rabbits, and chickens at home. I love all animals, every shape and size!
Carley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Carley has provided afternoon care taking care of 4 horses and two dogs. She is extremely responsible and observant, asks questions if she needs to, and has been great to work with. She follows any directions I leave for her and does a great job in communicating....
Janae W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Alexa. I currently run my online holistic nutrition practice specializing in autoimmune disease health. I'm an author and licensed elementary teacher in MA. I love pet sitting on the side and have years of experience with many families caring for cats and dogs. I would love to meet your pets!
Alexa can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty meds. Would definitely hire again! Thanks so much!"
Stephen N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Victoria and I would love to take the opportunity of meeting and caring for your non human family member! I do have some experience as I have dog sitted and cat sitted for a couple of years. And I absolutely love furry ( friendly ) animals !!
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her. "
Nicole L.
Paula P.
West Roxbury, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
For the past 5 years, I have been walking, sitting, and boarding dogs for friends when they need help.
Have boarded a beautiful boxer named Maisie. I took pictures of our play time and walks and and sent them to the owner so she was able to see what Maisie was doing.
The owner was traveling so I volunteered as a courtesy to...
Paula can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Paula is a pet lover...she is dependable and flexible....she will always do her best to be as accommodating as possible even during urgent situations.
She's a trustworthy person.
I have had a few situations where she was able to take care of my dog Saint at a...
liliana B.
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting
Anna Z.
Dorchester Center, MA
$8-13/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: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
4.8
(15)
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, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly."
Barbara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria. I have 2+ of pet care experience. I'm comfortable with small/big, young/older dogs. I'm also comfortable giving medication to cats and dogs as scheduled. My services range from dog walking and drop-ins to extended stays for pet sitting/housesitting (up to 2 weeks). Aside from dog/cat sitting, I also have...
5.0
"Maria was dependable, caring, and really put our mind at ease. She took care of our house as well. Would highly recommend her."
Alysia M.
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Desiree provided dog sitting for my shepherd, Taylor for eight days. Taylor has some issues that can be challenging such as dog aggression and squirrel chasing but Desiree was calm, caring and competent. I felt at ease while we were on vacation because upon...
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Heidi H.
Newtonville, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Conscientious, Enthusiastic, Joyful, Loving * Professional * W/30+ Yrs Experience
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Heidi! 30+ yrs as house & pet caregiver. Ensuring your peace of mind and your pet's wellbeing are my heartfelt priority.
Clients Reviews:
"Heidi s dedicated to making her clients happy and feeling taken care of! She flew across the country at the drop of a hat to take care of our little fur baby! You have found a...
Heidi can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Hi, my name is Freckles and I want to tell you about my wonderful pet sitter Heidi. Every summer when my "parents" go away for 3-4 months, they get someone to come live in our house and take care of me. Heidi is without a doubt the very best one they have ever...
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Great with our dog and super great communicator."
Rach S.
Jacquelyn J.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr
5.0
(2)
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I have a very anxious 6 year old pup, he’s often nervous meeting other people and dogs. Jackie took the time to make Mac feel comfortable with her and got to know the ins and outs of his personality. It’s been two years now and we use her every time we go away and...
Care member
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
"I have hired dog walkers in the past, but Cathy stands out from the rest. Her rates are very reasonable in comparison to other places and she provides excellent service.
She really cares for my puppy like she was her own. I never worry about my pup while at work...
nancy G.
Kamell P.
Cambridge, MA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kamell, I've always had animals since I was younger from guinea pigs, birds, rabbits, etc. I've also worked as a dog walker and pet sitter for 5 years now!
Kamell can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"She really knows how to work with dogs and get them comfortable before the walk. My dog acts like a tough guy but he warmed up to her quickly."
William C.
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I grew up with dogs and currently have two golden retrievers of my own. I love animals and have 10 years of experience sitting for both dogs and cats.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Rae E.
Belmont, MA
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Starting work in the beginning of May!
I have been dog walking/sitting for 8 years. I have grown up with dogs my entire life so I have a lot of experience with small dogs, big dogs, senior dogs, puppies, and everything in between. I am very fun, loving and caring. I have also done cat sitting and feeding cats.
Rae can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Watertown, MA
Diana S.
5.0
She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love.
- Susana F.
Carley D.
5.0
Carley has provided afternoon care taking care of 4 horses and two dogs. She is extremely responsible and observant, asks questions if she needs to, and has been great to work with. She follows any directions I leave for her and does a great job in communicating.
- Janae W.
Alexa F.
5.0
Alexa was great to work with! She took care of my cat Oscar for a week and did a great job checking in on him, giving him food, and administering kitty meds. Would definitely hire again! Thanks so much!
- Stephen N.
Victoria O.
5.0
Victoria watched my dog a few times while I was away. She was reliable, reasonably priced, a great communicator, and very loving to my dog. I highly recommend her.
- Nicole L.
Paula P.
5.0
Paula is a pet lover...she is dependable and flexible....she will always do her best to be as accommodating as possible even during urgent situations.
She's a trustworthy person.
I have had a few situations where she was able to take care of my dog Saint at a moments notice. She has also babysat...
- liliana B.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Watertown, MA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Watertown, MA?
Dog sitters near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA is $15.62.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Watertown, MA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Watertown, 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 Watertown, MA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Watertown, 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.
Ratings for Watertown, MA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Watertown, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.