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5.0
(3)
I'm Julia and I'm 25 years old and have experience walking and sitting many types of dogs with all types of temperaments! I have a degree in Communications and love staying active. Hope we can connect!
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Julia is super friendly and very good with both my (large) dogs. Would recommend!"
Sophia F.
5.0
(18)
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 walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Brianna was an excellent communicator. I was nervous to leave my pet with someone od never met but Brianna immediately put me at ease and Pecan had a lovely day. Brianna took her walking in the woods which will have been a great adventure Thank you Care.com for...
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Corinne M.
Brighton, MA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Corinne and I am a recent graduate of Bentley University. I am looking for a babysitting job, dog walking/sitting/transportation job, or helping with errands/assistant type tasks. I am available for week night, weekend, and some mid-day care opportunities depending on location. Please message me and reach out with...
Corinne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Corrine was an excellent dog-sitter and walker! I felt completely at ease leaving her all day with our 4-month old puppy Lila. Corinne checked in and gave updates throughout the day and ensured Lila had plenty of walks and playtime to get her energy out. Highly...
Mariela L.
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
(4)
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kelsey is a close friend of mine and I would trust her the most with my pets. She has a dog herself, and always comes with me to my dog sitting gigs because she loves all dogs. She will provide constant attention and care to any pet. You can be certain that you are...
Briana J.
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.
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 walking, daily feeding, pet transportation
5.0
"My skittish cat warmed up to her fairly quickly."
Barbara B.
Shannon G.
Malden, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caring Animal Lover To Suit All Of Your Needs With Plenty Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
I have been a pet care taker for about 5 years now. I have cared for, cleaned up after, and played with 9 newborn puppies at a time, with 3 big dogs at the same time. I have also walked dogs throughout the summer daily, and have two cats of my own that I take care of and love dearly. I am willing to provide any care and love for...
Shannon can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Victoria S.
Newton Upper Falls, MA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Have had experience caring for rabbits, cats, dogs, birds, and a variety of exotic pets. Most services I am able to do are grooming, walking, activities, cleanup, and sick care.
Victoria can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Shannon M.
Winthrop, MA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Pet Sitter Available For Daily Walks And Last Minute Needs.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Plymouth State University in 2020 with degree in Public Health. I have multiple years of experience with dogs, cats, etc. I love animals and I have two dogs of my own. With that being said, I understand how important it is to have your pet in the care of good hands,...
Shannon can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Took care of my 2 dogs and cat for 10 days during my trip overseas. Excellent communicator and my pets adored her. Oh and she also took care of my house! Will hire again- Thank you Shannon!"
Lisa P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had lots of water on her walk since it was a very hot day. She also was good company for Paisley when was she...
Jena P.
Eliana S.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I volunteered at an animal shelter for three years and I am very experienced in socializing antisocial dogs as well as walking dogs with triggers. I absolutely adore animals and cannot wait to meet your special pups!
Eliana can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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, boarding, pet sitting
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.
Megan F.
North Weymouth, MA
$10-15/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 sitting, pet walking, 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.
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: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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. "
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Emily D.
Cambridge, MA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I absolutely love animals, and I would love to help take care of your cat(s) and/or dog(s). I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"There is no better person I have met, nor will ever meet, to care for your animals. They are the singular most passionate and kind individual I know. Emily's passion is contagious and animals of all shapes and sizes adore her. She genuinely cares about animals and...
Sean D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised three puppies. One of which I had in my care since she was 4 weeks old. I volunteer at Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA. I have four dogs in my neighborhood that I used to walk after school and on special occasions. I have dog sat many times before as well. I enjoy the cold and outdoors so your pet will always...
Morgan can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Caitlyn M.
Somerville, MA
$30-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(12)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Caitlyn, I'm 24 years old with roughly six years of nannying experience! Ive also worked as a preschool teacher mainly in the toddler classroom while also helping out in the infant room for about one year. As well as my long experience with toddler aged children, I have also worked with a wide variety of ages from...
Caitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlyn started with us when our daughter was just 3 months old and was with us for a year until we started daycare! Our daughter absolutely loves Caitlyn and would screech in the morning every time Caitlyn walked in the door. They always spent time outside at the...
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Millacent I.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I always say, "Do what you love and love what you do. You'll never work a day in your life !"
Housekeeping are both like a fun hobby & way of life for me
I am a friendly, organized, and trustworthy housekeeper
Other Offers:
- Laundry: Wash, Fold, Dry, and Put Away.
- Meal prep
- Grocery shopping
- Run errands (perfur in...
Millacent can also help with: Dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"I asked Millie to do some housework and get groceries, and she did everything exactly right. She was really well-organized, communicated proactively, asked for feedback, and looked for things to do when there was downtime while Eg waiting for laundry. I was really...
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Leondine P.
Dorchester Center, MA
$18-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love dogs & cats so much, taking care of them would be a great opportunity. I am patient, reliable and great at multitasking. I don't have a car so I can do anything that doesn't require transportation. I can pet sit, groom, walk, and of course entertain your pets. I have a 3 legged pitbull, she's 6 years old. I can handle...
Leondine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Dorchester, MA
Julia B.
5.0
Julia is super friendly and very good with both my (large) dogs. Would recommend!
- Sophia F.
Brianna S.
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 needs. Brianna has a great...
- Care member
Corinne M.
5.0
Corrine was an excellent dog-sitter and walker! I felt completely at ease leaving her all day with our 4-month old puppy Lila. Corinne checked in and gave updates throughout the day and ensured Lila had plenty of walks and playtime to get her energy out. Highly recommend Corinne!
- Mariela L.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Dorchester, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Dorchester, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Dorchester, MA will cost you an average of $16.33 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 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 Dorchester, MA?
Care.com has 18 dog walkers offering services in Dorchester, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Dorchester 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 Dorchester to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 18 dog walkers near you in Dorchester, 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.