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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
5.0
(1)
I am currently seeking work in Summer 2022 near Lyme or East Lyme CT!! I am available for babysitting, pet care (sitting), and dog walking. I've grown up around many cats and dogs (shelter dog + golden retriever) and have had many short term pet-sitting gigs. Since I am getting married this summer I am looking for short term...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging...
Alejandra N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been dog sitting for my entire life as well as getting a puppy of my own this past year. I am skilled in the management of dogs with every kind of need including anxiety, hyperactivity, and all kinds of walking styles. I love to walk and would be happy to help a fellow dog owner!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking
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
"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.
Melissa T.
Boston, MA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Perfect Walker/Trainer For Reactive, Fearful, Or Aggressive Dogs
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been training and walking dogs for the past 15 years. I have extensive experience working with dogs that are reactive on leash and toward other dogs. I believe dogs should want to learn and the handler should create an environment for the dog to be happy, thrive, and succeed. I never use aversive methods and base my...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"she is thoughtful , detail oriented , very organized and great with kids she is the best caregiver around for kids "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of professional experience in pet care. I currently have care experience with bunnies, birds, hamsters, cats, and 1 dog (chocolate Labrador) so far. Job responsibilities included feeding, taking for a walk to the park, cleaning the cage, cleaning the litter, washing toys, etc. I'm very passionate about animals and...
Ani can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Ani is so great! I've hired Ani to watch my rabbit, Nala, twice when I went home for holidays. She was always very reliable, and communicative during the entire time that she watched Nala. I will be hiring Ani anytime I need a Pet sitter for Nala from now on!"
Sebastian 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.
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: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Caitlyn is terrific!! We are so glad that she was able to take such excellent care of our daughter from the time the baby was approximately 4 - 9 months old. Caitlyn's passion for children was evident from our first meeting. Working with Caitlyn was a breeze -- she...
Laurel Z.
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 walking, pet sitting, boarding
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: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"Juliet is wonderful! She is very accommodating to my changing schedule, honest and reliable. We have been working with her for the past 3 months, and have no complaints..not to mention, Chickie, our puppy loves going for walks with her. She sends text and video...
Jenna S.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a college student at Northeastern University who severely misses my dog, so I would love to get the chance to take care of yours!
I have worked with dogs for my entire life. I used to do obedience, behavioral, and show training with my great dane at home, and have also petsit for friends and neighbors for as long as I...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Emily was awesome! She was sweet, thoughtful, and very attentive while dog-sitting for our anxious rescue pup. It's clear she loves animals and I definitely would hire her again and recommend her to others looking for pet care! "
Jenn Q.
Denisa K.
Roxbury, MA
$21-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Denisa, I have personally taken care of my Yorkie Poo, Chase since he was a puppy and trained him everything he knows. Over the years I have watched other friends/family dogs for a few hours to a few days.
I am very active and enjoy play time, long walks, and exercising in general! I have mainly worked with...
Denisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Denisa is one of the brightest young women that I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is very motivated to succeed and will do her best to accommodate all of your needs.
She will be a great influence on anyone she interacts with and I could not imagine a a...
Nancy M.
Claudia R.
Medford, MA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
In my work as babysitting I also have taken care the dog. I dont mind doing that because I love pets
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Responsibilities: walking the dogs and feeding them.
Claudia can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Claudia has been an important part of me and my dog's lives for five years! I found her here on Care.com in 2016. She would sometimes bring the children she nannies and I could see how much they love her. The children were so sweet and polite as well.
I'm a...
Heather M.
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 sitting, pet walking, 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)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a crazy animal lover my whole life! I grew up on my uncles farm in Upstate New York and growing up my parents had 5 cats and a boxer. I worked at the Natick Community Farm as my first job and cared for all the farm animals there. I have always volunteered for Stray Pets In Need nearly my whole life with my mother who...
Aliyah can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
"Aliyah was an incredible caregiver to my senior dog. She showed such compassion and understanding of a senior dogs need. You should not hesitate to hire her….. she is great!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly dog lover/owner of 9yrs, looking for extra weekend work. I enjoy going for safe adventures, on-leash walks, and drives with my dog. I would offer the same care that I give to my own dog. Let's throw the ball around or play tug of war. Does your dog love snuggles, scratches, and massages too? Are they relentless with...
Charisse can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Charisse is fantastic. She is a great communicator, punctual, kind to our sweet puppy and came on short notice. She has consistently proven to be one of our favorite puppy sitters. Our sweet Violet loves her."
Jen B.
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 sitting, pet walking
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)
I've been taking care of kids for the past 3 years, I love children and I plan on keep working with them in the future, but I'm looking for a job as a PET SITTER/WALKER right now (July-mid August). The current family who I work for and live with is going to put their kids in school full time in July and won't need me as much,...
5.0
"Isabella has been an amazing babysitter for our family. She's reliable, caring, and our kids just love her.
She really connects with the kids and has built a strong bond with them. Her loving and nurturing nature makes them feel safe and valued. She’s always...
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Waban, MA
Elizabeth H.
5.0
In her work with us, Elizabeth was consistently reliable, mature, and trustworthy. Her kind spirit and love of children came through in her patient and engaged interactions with our two energetic boys. She was also proactive and resourceful in the challenging situations that she encountered. We...
- Alejandra N.
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.
Melissa T.
5.0
Melissa was wonderful with Maple! She even helped with training while she was here. We will definitely hire her again!
- Rebecca B.
Ani A.
5.0
On many, many occasions, we have asked Ani to watch our two cats (as well as other favors while being out of town) and she has been absolutely amazing! We travel often with our families living across the country and she has always been available whenever needed, including holidays. She's super...
- Daniel V.
Maria V.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Waban, MA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Waban, MA?
A local dog walker near you in Waban, MA will cost you an average of $25.00 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 Waban, MA?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Waban, MA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Waban 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 Waban to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Waban, 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 Waban, 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 Waban, MA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Waban, 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 Waban, MA?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Waban, 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.