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Home pet sitting in Merrimac, MA
Charlene P.
Merrimac, MA
$15-25/hr
Part Time And Or Full Time Pet Sitting For Dogs And Cats As Well As Other Pets
Hi there. My name is Charlene. I am a huge animal lover of all kinds. I am an experienced dog and cat owner as well as experienced with other animals. My most recent dog baby, would be a beautiful charcoal Shih tzu turning 3 this summer, named, Deigo. My dark haired cat, Dutch, has been his trusty companion now for almost 2. 5...
Charlene can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a pet owner myself, I understand the special bond that exists between pets and their "people." They are not only pets, they are also our best friends, beloved family members, and true companions.
Daily visits or overnights are great alternatives to kenneling or boarding. I will ensure through daily visits that your pet is...
Mike can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Mike is a former vet technician and is extremely reliable, calm, capable and dependable. We have used Mike for almost 20 years and will continue to for as long as he is available."
Mike M.
5.0
(1)
I offer pet care and pet sitting in my home or yours. My services include pet daycare, pet overnight, and dog walking. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I have also fostered. My home provides a large yard enclosed with a 6 foot fence, and the option of using a private room for cats with a cat...
Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding, dog training, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed....
Nathan D.
Aimee A.
Salisbury, MA
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Aimee and I am available to dog walk / sit when needed! I myself have a 2-year-old Dalmatian named Lou (he will be at home with dad). I have grown up my whole life around dogs and have experience in dog walking for friends/family as well. I have also sat for cats before!
Aimee can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Shelly S.
Haverhill, MA
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm Shelly, a 23-year-old recent college grad who adores animals! The health, safety, and happiness of all pets in my care is always my number one priority. I am willing to pet sit in your home and walk dogs.
Shelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Scott H.
Haverhill, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Over the years, I have had a lot of experience with both cats and dogs. For the past several years, I have been employed at a doggy day care in the Somerville area. There, I worked in several departments- as a dog walker, a pen attendant, and as an in-home pet sitter. That job gave me the opportunity to work with a wide range of...
Scott can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Scott is so skilled with animals. He is a dog whisperer. He's one of the only sitters who can handle my anxious, high energy pit bull. He loves Scott and looks forward to when he sits for us 😊"
Care member
I offer individualized pet care services in your home for dogs, cats and other pets. I specialize in dog walking for those of you who work long hours; also pet sitting, and pet taxi services to and from your vet and/ or groomer and overnight care if needed. I am an honest, loving, reliable caregiver with a genuine love for...
Kathleen can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking & more
I am a very responsible and caring pet care provider. I have two small dogs of my own. I love dogs and can provide pet sitting in my home or yours. Let out visits. I am available all hours and days of the week.
Kelley can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I worked as a manager of a pet store for 3 years and also was a pet sitter and walker over seeing primarily dogs and cats for 18 years while working my full time retail management job. I was a dog owner/car owner for many years until I lost my beloved companion (shih tzu) at the age of 18 in 2015. She was my baby and got me...
Owner of two beautiful Persian cats myself! I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. Looking to care for animals in clients home and am open to building a schedule with the time I have!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a dog of my own and want to make sure when clients go away their pets are taken care of in their own home. I am kind, patience and most of reliable.
Renee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am available to provide pet sitting in your own home or walks. I have two German shepherds of my own and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds. I understand that to most, our pets are part of the family and deserve to be treated so. I strive to provide excellent service and companionship to your loved one while...
Lydia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Kelley F.
Seabrook, NH
$8-13/hr
I have dog sat for friends off and on for years and I love it. Now I take care of a senior dog with cancer and I go to his home and brush him, talk to him and he's doing really well now.
If u need a dog sitter for a evening or overnight I would love to help you.
Kelley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Wendy L.
Amesbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have been a dog walker/ sitter for many families. I have done overnights, drop ins and daily care for many different families. I do vacations from my home or yours. I have cared for dogs, cats and bunnies. I am very reliable and have great references.
Wendy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding
I love pets of all sizes. I've had pets my whole life, and I have helped take care of several of my friends/family pets when they are not home. I am active and would love to assist with walks/feeding etc.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm an experienced dog owner of small and large dogs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages! I am available to walk your dog, stay for visit, play fetch, whatever your dog needs. I also own a dog who is VERY friendly and available to join for the walks/for a romp (or not). I am an active person with lots of free time! If you need...
Kristen can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hello my name is Allison, I live in Melrose Ma and love animals. I have my own golden retriever, and volunteer at a local cat shelter.
My mother fosters animals so my normal is around 9 little kittens at home.
Allison can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Amelia P.
Georgetown, MA
$15-20/hr
I provide dog sitting and walking. I can preform baths and light grooming and lots of love that your pet needs. I have a fur baby of my own at home who has the best care! I also have CNA experience with quadriplegics and 4 years of working for restaurants, waitressing and kitchen staff.
Amelia can also help with: Pet transportation
I'm crazy about dogs! I've had the privilege of owning, living, and loving dogs my whole life. I'm a dedicated boxer fan and large breeds in general. My current furry kids are a senior Boxer-Dane and a bully-lab-boxer pup.
I'm available to walk, exercise, feed, pamper, and play in your home or neighborhood. I do not board.
Beth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Grace G.
East Hampstead, NH
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello!
I can provide drop in/ sitting at your home for cats and dogs!
I am a current cat mom to 2 years old Lucy! A sweet, cuddly domestic short hair .
I have about five years of paid dog and cat sitting experience!
Including multiples pets!
I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your fur babies.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Merrimac, MA
Mike O.
5.0
Mike is a former vet technician and is extremely reliable, calm, capable and dependable. We have used Mike for almost 20 years and will continue to for as long as he is available.
- Mike M.
Marie O.
5.0
Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and her alpha dog behavior. Marie is exceptional with her, punctual about meals, walks, and medications as needed. Anytime I need care for my pet...
- Nathan D.
Scott H.
5.0
Scott is so skilled with animals. He is a dog whisperer. He's one of the only sitters who can handle my anxious, high energy pit bull. He loves Scott and looks forward to when he sits for us 😊
- Care member
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Merrimac
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Merrimac, MA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Merrimac, MA will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of March 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 Merrimac, MA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Merrimac, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, MA?
In home pet sitters in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, MA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac, MA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Merrimac, 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.