Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Boston, MA
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Find home pet sitting in Boston, MA that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 3 years
Home pet sitting in Boston, MA
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. can also perform baths and light grooming.
Jacqueline can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Great, responsible, happy, full of energy young lady. "
Hingel A.
5.0
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I provide pet sitting in your own home and I am accommodating to your pet's individual needs. I have 15+ years of experience with great references. I love all pets and I'm comfortable with all sizes and breeds. I will care for your pet as if it were my own.
Lauren can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Lauren has been walking my dog for years. She is AMAZING! She is dependable and has helped me out a few times in a pinch. My dog absolutely loves when Lauren comes over. I would highly recommend Lauren to take care of your per."
Marcy L.
I can provide dog sitting right in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I grew up with a field spaniel and two toy poodles that I walked, fed, and took care of every day. I also have experience dog-sitting for two golden retrievers, a Lab, and a Bernese Mountain Dog for extended periods of time.
I can walk, or even...
Hannah can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Katherine G.
Roslindale, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Since early childhood, I have been a pet owner! From upwards of 4 cats at a time, to long-term dog sitting at our family home, to a handful of goldfish, I have been caring for animals consistently for the majority of my life. With love and compassion at the forefront, I am always up for any challenge, and ready to make a new pet...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have always lived with dogs at home, I have 4 dogs of all ages and sizes that live at my parents house. I also have my own 7-year-old dog that lives with me in my apartment that I care for! I can provide dog sitting in your own home including; long or short walks, feeding, bathing, play time, and giving medicine. I love dogs...
Nicole can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have experience with dogs and cats. I've been an animal lover my entire life. I can provide pet sitting in your home or walk your dog.
Iliana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Malita R.
Dorchester, MA
$16-20/hr
I grew up with dogs and fish, the dogs living more fortunate lives than the fishies. I have experience with sitting dogs of family & friends; a Dashund, a Yorkie, even a Dalmatian. Within my own family, I grew up with a blue nosed Pitbull who I love dearly and think about everyday. Her name was Paris. I even got to take home the...
Malita can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I provide cat and/or dog sitting in your own home. After growing up with cats all of my life and consistently dog sitting I am available for all of your pet care needs. I can also perform baths and light grooming. References are available upon request!
Frances can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Phoebe W.
Auburndale, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Mari! I'm 20 years old and living in Newton Massachusetts. At the moment I am in between jobs, but hopefully starting a full time 9-5 soon, but I would like to start dog and house sitting part time on the side, to help with saving for traveling in the future! I don't have much experience, but I have taken care...
Phoebe can also help with: Pet sitting
Brittany W.
East Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi everyone! I have had and cared for animals my entire life and really enjoy the love and fun they bring to the world. I am available for walking, sitting in your own home, stopping by to feed and play, or anything else you may need. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to send me a message!
Brittany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Clare W.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$15-20/hr
I would love to help out with your animal! I grew up with a plethora of hermit crabs. We had a turtle and a few fish as well. My family got a dog when I was 10 spent a lot of time walking around the Boston area parks. Now I have a cat at home and have a lot of experience cat sitting.
Please send me a message and we can set up...
Clare can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
My name is Debbie and I live in Belmont. I love animals and have taken care of dogs in my home and in their home. I have cared for cats in their home. I am very reliable and trustworthy. I am available for pet sitting, feeding and walking. I run 4 times a week at fresh pond so I am available for running also.
Deborah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I offer dog sitting in your own home. I'm a huge dog lover. My whole life I have had multiple pets, including 4 dogs overall. I enjoy dogs of any breed, all sizes, and any age. I will walk and feed your dog.
Christine can also help with: Pet walking
I have grown up my whole life with dogs of all sizes so I'm very comfortable with any type of dog. I have previously been a dog walker and dog sitter for multiple days at a family's home while they're away. I currently own and care for one dog myself at college and help care for 3 more back at home.
Aisling can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Sumaya I.
Roxbury Crossing, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Plenty of time spent pet sitting for both dogs and cats (and the occasional bearded dragon). I personally have cat at home.
Sumaya can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I am a huge animal lover. I currently have three cats and a Black lab, but in the past, we have had two other loving yellow labs, two other cats, and lots of rabbits. My parents always had us taking care of the animals from a young age to teach responsibility, so now as a 19-year-old, I am very comfortable taking good care of...
Caroline can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Abby D.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting (other animals considered based on circumstance) inside the families home. I have 10+ years of experience and have been recommended by every client I've worked with. Comfortable administering medication if necessary.
I am a loving pet owner for 19 yrs. I raised four children who are all adults now and have had a variety of pets in our home dogs, cats, rabbits, lizards, fish. I've been working for myself for over eight years. I have experience in many categories including pet care, sitting, walking, feeding, and of course companionship. I...
Laurie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Leah A.
Dorchester, MA
$15-20/hr
Hi, I'm Leah! In addition to childcare, I also offer pet sitting services for both dogs and cats. I absolutely love animals - I have a chocolate lab of my own named Reilly :)
I'm available for pet sitting, pet walking, and light housekeeping. Whether it's taking your dog for a walk, providing companionship for your cat, or...
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I'm Emily, a 25-year-old Boston University graduate based in Brookline with over 10 years of experience in pet and house sitting, as well as babysitting, nannying, and preschool teaching. I'm a lifelong animal lover and enjoy taking care of pets of all kinds, ensuring they receive the attention, exercise, and affection...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Boston
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Boston, MA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Boston, MA will cost an average of $17.07 per hour as of April 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 Boston, MA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Boston, 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 30 in home pet sitters in Boston, 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 Boston, MA?
In home pet sitters in Boston, 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 Boston, MA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Boston, 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 Boston, MA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Boston, 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.
Ratings for Boston, MA home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting.