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I provide dog walking in your area. I've grown up with dogs big and small but due to my short stature I prefer dogs no bigger than 25lbs. I love dogs of all ages. I do have a part time job so right now my availability is any time after 3:30 except on Wednesdays, I am free all day. and free most weekends.
Julia can also help with: Pet walking
I have over 13 years of experience in the pet industry and I'm currently the manager of a doggie daycare. I offer dog walking on the weekends, and can provide limited dog boarding depending on scheduling. I also pet sit a variety of other pets including cats, Guinea pigs, and reptiles. Looking forward to meeting your pets!
Christina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Camryn B.
Abington, MA
$20-25/hr
Hello, my name is Camryn! I am a dog lover and have owned large dogs for my entire life. I am looking to help out some families with part time dog sitting or walking. I look forward to hearing from you!
Camryn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have experience with my own pets (dogs) and enjoy playing and taking care of them. Dogs happen to be my favorite animal and I love all breeds. If your dog needs to be walked/watched/fed/played with, or if you need a babysitter who can care for your pets as well, I would be more than happy to do so.
Kaycee can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Know your pets will be happy and well taken care of while you're at work, on vacation or just looking for socialization. I have been life long pet owner. I have background in ABA training and an extensive knowledge working with pets of all kinds. From long walks to simply hanging out on the couch, I gaurantee to give you and...
Moira can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
Melinda T.
Abington, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Mom With Bachelors, Familiar With All Animals, Care.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have two grown children. During their education I was an assistant Girl Scout leader and a reading program helper. They are both musically educated and one is currently in college. At one time I was CPR certified and though it has been several years I would be willing to be re-certified. I have a BS in Biochem, part of...
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Courtney M.
Quincy, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! my name is Courtney, I am 26 years old and a paraprofessional within Boston Public Schools. I also babysit! I have a Basset Hound who is 2 years old named Beau. I enjoy spending time with him and playing fetch in our back yard. I have 5+ years experience dog walking and have lived with animals my entire life. I have a lot...
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Courtney is a delight! She is reliable and caring and truly goes above and beyond to build relationships with your animal. Maximus wasn't NEARLY as enraged as he usually is when I'm away and that's due to Courtney's kindness and attention. Strongly recommend!"
Vivian W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have many years experienced with taking care of pets as I grew up with 3 cats and 45 dogs! Itwas the best time of my life! When I think about pets I always have this warm fuzzy feeling in my heart. Pets are so cute and fascinating they never let me get bored. I can look at them all day even if they're just sleeping. I grew up...
Quyen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, grooming
5.0
"Our pups very very well cared for. Quyen was great about keeping us in the loop and sending us pics and updates. We hope she will care for our pups again in the future!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Allie! I am a student with lots of experience in pet care. I work at a dog daycare (I also do bathing and light grooming). I have been sitting for family friends and clients for over six years now, and I love what I do! I am very tidy and very respectful! I have cared for up to six cats and two dogs at one time. I also...
Allison can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Very dependable. Clean and neat !
Took care of my 2 cats with overnight stays. She kept me informed with texts and pictures. Plan on hiring again : )"
Madeline L.
5.0
(2)
I've have had a dog my whole family life and cats in college. I always help my family and friends with pet care when they travel with overnight care & walks. I absolutely love animals! I also house & pet sit.
Please consider me to help your family!
Sheri can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Sheri is super friendly and responsible and my dog loves her. He looks forward to his walks with her every week and takes a good long nap after every walk."
Jack W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I absolutely love animals and I have babysat many in the past 2 years! I am able to feed them if needed, walk them or let them out for the bathroom. I am also willing to clean up anything after them!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Stephanie was extremely helpful and trustworthy. She made the time to visit before we went away, to get the instructions about caring for our cat and houseplants. I appreciate how punctual and attentive she was. When we got home, kitty was happy and so were the...
Anne H.
3.8
(8)
Hired by 38 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Courtney. I am 30 years old and I live in Quincy with my husband and our Basset Hound(Mr. Beau!). I have been a Paraprofessional for Public Schools since 2018 and have extensive experience working in inclusion classrooms. I also have experience caring for children who are medically fragile from a past job...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Will cancel the day of due to various reasons."
Laura K.
Kassandra M.
Brockton, MA
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a pet owner since I was little. I currently have two dogs (poodle and lab/great Pyrenees mix) and fish. I have dog sat for people before. I have also previously owned a guinea pig and cat.
I am willing to walk dogs, bathe, light grooming, and feed. For cats, I am also willing to clean litter box, bathe, lightly...
Kassandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Megan F.
North Weymouth, MA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have five pets of my own! I consider pets to be apart of the family- and they should be treated as so. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, and smaller household animals. Feeding, walking, cleaning up after, taking care of, and being a great friend to your fur baby is all an easy can do :)
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Megan is very sweet, easy to get along with and she kept my two senior cats fed and cleaned while I was away on holiday. Would recommend."
Noe C.
Kelsey F.
Braintree, MA
$23-49/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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 walking, pet sitting
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. :) "
Care member
Liz C.
Pembroke, MA
$15-20/hr
I have been a pet owner for over 10 years I have experience with big dogs and small dogs I currently have a pitbull German Shepard mix named Bodie! I also dog sit and dog walk for my family and friends!
Liz can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
As a dog owner myself, I am well aware of the responsibility and care it takes to raise a dog. While at school, I had my own dog walking business and had a good amount of clientele. I love animals and would do well with any type, especially dogs because of their high energy.
Krista can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Renee D.
Canton, MA
$25-30/hr
Hello! My name is Renee and I'm looking for a pet sitting position this summer while I'm home from College. I have over 10 years of experience in pet sitting and currently have a dog and cat myself! Services Offered: daily check ins (no overnights), dog walking, pet feeding, and just keeping your pets happy!
Rebecca P.
Avon, MA
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been dog sitting for one family for 10+ years. I pick up their dog and drop off. I will sometimes only have the pet for a weekend and sometimes it can be for close to 2 weeks.
I am also available for dog walking if it would be acceptable to bring my 3-year-old son in a stroller.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I'm available for dog walking and house sitting when needed. I grew up watching dogs in my neighborhood as well as dog sitting for friends/family. I absolutely love animals, and am comfortable around all dogs and cats.
Sara can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Abington, MA
Courtney M.
5.0
Courtney is a delight! She is reliable and caring and truly goes above and beyond to build relationships with your animal. Maximus wasn't NEARLY as enraged as he usually is when I'm away and that's due to Courtney's kindness and attention. Strongly recommend!
- Vivian W.
Quyen T.
5.0
My dog came home happy and healthy. He was taken care of by Quyen very well and she sent lots of updates. I'll rebook for sure.
- Care member
Allison N.
5.0
Allison is very reliable and did a wonderful job kitty-sitting for us. I plan on hiring her again in October, as I am very comfortable with the care she takes of our 2 cats.
- Laurie M.
Sheri Z.
5.0
Sheri is super friendly and responsible and my dog loves her. He looks forward to his walks with her every week and takes a good long nap after every walk.
- Jack W.
Stephanie K.
5.0
Stephanie was extremely helpful and trustworthy. She made the time to visit before we went away, to get the instructions about caring for our cat and houseplants. I appreciate how punctual and attentive she was. When we got home, kitty was happy and so were the plants. I would highly recommend...
- Anne H.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Abington, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Abington, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Abington, MA will cost you an average of $20.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Abington, MA?
Care.com has 6 dog walkers offering services in Abington, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Abington or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Abington to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Abington, MA worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Abington, MA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Abington, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Abington, MA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Abington, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 6 dog walkers near you in Abington, MA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.