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Home pet sitting in Acton, MA
Marie M.
Pepperell, MA
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Professional, patient, responsible and reliable. Former cat and current dog owner and sitter. Experience watching cats and dogs for over five years. Covid vaccinated. Please note: I do not board in my home. I'm happy to stay at your home while I watch your fur babies.
Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we were away, she took the time to cuddle and play with him; text updates and photos were a bonus! We will definitely call her...
Donna C.
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kelsey has been an animal lover for as long as I've known her. She's always volunteering to help take care of other's pets, and loves every second of it. And the animals love her! She is very reliable and trustworthy, so you would be leaving your pets in good...
Samantha P.
Shannon H.
Framingham, MA
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Pet Care Provider For Hire At 30% Off Company Cost!
5.0
(1)
I offer 30% off the local companies! I'm an experienced pet care provider from the Framingham area. I have worked for companies, caring for all types of house pets since 2008, including dogs, rabbits, cats and birds. I have experience as a dog walker, trainer, groomer and boarder in the Boston area, as well as a cat sitter and...
Shannon can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!"
Kara C.
Caroline P.
Needham, MA
$19-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!"
Bonnie J.
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
(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: Pet sitting, grooming, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding & 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!"
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Kathryn B.
Hudson, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide pet sitting for dogs and cats. I have 7+ years experience taking care of pets, as both a stop-in and as a live-in sitter. I have also been in charge of taking care of the house, retrieving mail, and watering plants. I love all cats and dogs, and I'm open to taking care of other pets, but cats and dogs are where my...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She is very dependable, shows up on time and the amount of times she needs to (usually twice a day to feed the cats) while doing everything on the to-do list. My cats love her!"
Jessica P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For over seven years, I have volunteered with a local cat rescue caring for the cats at their storefront location, and have also taken care of cats at their homes while their owners are away. Creating trust and bonds with cats as well as providing the best care possible is my priority and specialty!
I have a very open and...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Taylor took care of our two cats for a week. She was very good with them and they were calm and happy on our return. She's very responsive and timely for messages and meetings. She sent pictures with the frequency we requested. I highly recommend her and will...
Rosemary M.
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
"Cathy has been responsible for my pets when I have been away on vacation for a week or just a few days for over the past 16 years. Over these years, I have owned a dog, cats (one year, one of my cats had kittens), a turtle, gerbils, finches, fish and frogs. My pets...
Maria S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Have worked in the corporate job. I retired in 2017 and started a small pet care business. I have nine regular daily clients along with 5 additional clients who utilize my services for vacations and weekend get-a-away. Have loved animals all my life and have had a wide variety in my home (hamsters, birds, fish, cats and dogs.)...
Michael can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Michael has taken care of my dogs and cats in the past. He is extremely dependable and trustworthy. He is kind and caring and has great rapport with the animals. He adapts to their personalities and situations, uses his judgement but also does as asked. (sometimes...
Molly D.
5.0
(1)
I am a homemaker, full time dog sitter, dog walker and beginner trainer. I'd love to care for your special family member and treat them as my very own. My priority is making your dog happy and feel loved. I come to your place because animals feel more comfortable in there own environment.
Gloria can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
"Gloria really cares about animals. My dog loves her and is excited to see her. She is an amazing pet sitter!"
Cathy R.
Sharon M.
Lawrence, MA
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have a frenchie bulldog and a 4-month-old cat. My family and I love animals. I am willing to take care of them as my own. Also I am a animal sitter at my own home.
Sharon can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Cynarra H.
Leominster, MA
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Child/senior care experience:
Part time working college radiology student who cares for her disabled mom. I have been caring for my mom since I was 14. I have aided in caring for my siblings growing up. I currently work per diem at an assisted living home as well. CPR and Homemaker Certified.
Pet sitting experience:
I have...
I am new to this platform but I have years of experience in pet sitting and house cleaning on Trusted Housesitters. I would love to help you care for your pets and your home!
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Hello All!
I have been dog sitting for 3+ years. I am comfortable with most breeds as I grew up with dogs of my own. I treat your pet as if it were my own.
I do provide in home dog sitting with the opportunity to do overnights!
Cathryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Susan P.
Natick, MA
$20-25/hr
I provide pet sitting in your home. I'm an experienced pet owner of two husky's (Frankie & Blaze) and one Rottweiler (King) I've had two beautiful cats (Harley & Kitty) one one bunny (Precious Daisy). All have now crossed the rainbow bridge. Miss them all very much. I love pets and would love to have the chance to take care of...
Susan can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I have cared for dogs and cats (and a guinea pig!) at home, and I also walk dogs through Wag. I grew up with a dog, a little maltese who still lives with my parents back home. I love animals and would do my best to make your pet feel safe & loved.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Juliana J.
Methuen, MA
$20-35/hr
I am motivated animal care assistant with over 3 years of experience working with animal , seeking to use time management skills and attention to detail to run daily operations in an animal care,
pet owner and animals lover with 10 years of experience , I love pets ,
I am friendly and trustworthy
I provide in home pet sitter...
Juliana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Cecilia T.
Framingham, MA
$15-20/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Nicolly V.
Dracut, MA
$15-25/hr
I have 2 cats and 1 dog. I love my fur babies. Specially coming home after a long day and being greeted by them. It's special. I've done boarding and sitting. I'm very punctual and flexible.
Nicolly can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Acton, MA
Marie M.
5.0
Marie cared for our shy 9-year old kitty the past 10 days. Marie came by to meet us, and by the time she left, Desi was entranced. While we were away, she took the time to cuddle and play with him; text updates and photos were a bonus! We will definitely call her next time we travel. Marie is truly...
- Donna C.
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.
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!
- Kara C.
Caroline P.
5.0
Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!
- Bonnie J.
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.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Acton
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Acton, MA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Acton, MA will cost an average of $33.33 per hour as of February 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Acton, MA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Acton, MA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 3 in home pet sitters in Acton, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Acton, MA?
In home pet sitters in Acton, MA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Acton, MA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Acton, MA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Acton, MA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Acton, MA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.