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Dog walkers in Melrose, MA
Maxie G.
South Boston, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I just moved to South Boston June 1st. I do have a full time job in Healthcare, from 9-4 in Wilmington MA. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I grew up with a long haired black cat and a fox hound dog! I live right across from Carson beach in South Boston, which is perfect for dog walking. I have done many dog/house...
Maxie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Maxie was amazing! I do on-call work and she was always available at the last minute to check in on my cats. She was kind and responsive and I cannot recommend her enough!"
Olivia H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very comfortable and loving towards animals. I live on a farm and have had cats and dogs all throughout my life. Right now, I actually own two adoring beasts, a Saint Bernard and a Golden Retriever. Both are over 100 lbs but could not be more loving and happy. I also have two pet cats that love to cuddle and are indoor/...
Ellie can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
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, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Krista.
I have been a dog owner for 15 years and a dog lover forever! I have had experience with puppies all the way up to our 14-year-old sweet lab who has now passed on. I currently have a 2-year-old playful shipoo named Benny and a sweet, 4-year-old Shichon named Chewy.
I can provide boarding to any small...
Krista can also help with: Boarding
5.0
"Krista boarded our puppy Hunter, she is extremely professional, caring, communicates well, and a wonderful and responsible dog mom. Thank you Krista!"
Harald O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Susan. I am a companion/homemaker and PCA. I will also run errands and light meal prep. I'm kind, caring and compassionate. I have done house cleaning in the past and I can also do some dog walking. I can provide references upon request.
The point of my position is to help your loved one remain in their home...
Susan can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"She is wonderful person! And very caring !!"
Ruby G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 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.
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly, but Emily saved the day and was willing to meet and watch the dogs on short notice. Our dog Lucia usually takes...
Christian B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog, cat or practically any pet sitting in your home. I have worked in the animal care field for over a decade now and I am available all day on any day. I have worked at and volunteered at multiple animal hospitals throughout high school and college including Danvers Animal Hospital and New England Veterinary Clinic....
Kyle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."
Tara M.
Kelly B.
Salem, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
School Counselor And Nurturing Mother Of 2 Teenage Daughters Available Part Time After School
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Kelly. I work full-time in an elementary school and am available most afternoons during the week to tutor, nanny, dog sit, or assist elderly people who may need help with shopping, cleaning, or food preparation.
I am the loving mother of two successful young adult daughters, Kyrstin and Marisa.
I love children of...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kelly spent the summer working with my two boys, ages 5 and 9. She has been a joy! She is teaching my 5 year old to read and is so skilled with my 9 year old who has high functioning autism. She deeply cares for our children and is fun for us parents too! I...
Karen O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
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.
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: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
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. "
Care member
Rose P.
Wilmington, MA
$14-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Love animals. I have a cat of my own. I grew up with a dog. I walk my friends dogs for her while she's at work.
Rose can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking
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...
Care member
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
(1)
I am a responsible, conscientious animal lover who would love to take care of your pet! I always had pets growing up and learned how to provide animals proper care and love from a very young age. I have walked and cared for friends' animals on a regular basis as well. I am comfortable and experienced in dog walking, cat and dog...
Ilana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I want to give a shout-out to Ilana as an amazing cat sitter for Storm! She treats him like her own and their bond is undeniable. Storm always rushes to her as soon as she walks in the room. Ilana goes above and beyond, making sure Storm is happy, well-fed, and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a student at College that loves helping others! I have a lot of experience working with animals, especially dogs, cats and fish. I personally have a tuxedo cat, a long with two fish tanks that I care for. I have plenty of experience walking my friend and families dogs. In addition to that, I pay attention to small details,...
Alex can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Showed up on time and was very caring with my dog."
Joe L.
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 sitting, pet walking
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.
Merri-anne S.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working in senior care field since I was 17. I have worked mostly with the elderly population
I have also walked dogs for over 5 years for 2 labradoodles. I have administered medicine to both cats and dogs and house sat when needed .
Merri-anne can also help with: Hospice services, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Melrose, MA
Maxie G.
5.0
Maxie has watched our dog, Archie (Great Pyrenees mix) multiple times and Archie loves her so much! It gives us such comfort going out of town knowing that our boy is well taken care of. She sends updates and loves on him the way we would want anyone staying with our fur baby to do and also...
- Brittany C.
Krista K.
5.0
Krista boarded our puppy Hunter, she is extremely professional, caring, communicates well, and a wonderful and responsible dog mom. Thank you Krista!
- Harald O.
Susan H.
5.0
Susan is caring, thoughtful and extremely reliable.
- Care member
Diana S.
5.0
She is an excellent worker, she deserves the job. Everything she does she does with love.
- Susana F.
Emily D.
5.0
Emily was professional, courteous, and so wonderful with our dogs. We booked her very last minute after our pet sitting plan fell through unexpectedly, but Emily saved the day and was willing to meet and watch the dogs on short notice. Our dog Lucia usually takes some time to get used to strangers,...
- Christian B.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Melrose, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Melrose, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Melrose, MA will cost you an average of $18.33 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 Melrose, MA?
Care.com has 9 dog walkers offering services in Melrose, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Melrose 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 Melrose to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 9 dog walkers near you in Melrose, 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.