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Rachel A.
Winthrop, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your home including feeding, walking, picking up waste, cleaning, etc. I have my own Mini Aussie Shepard named Sydney and a cat named Leo!
Rachel can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Amanda E.
Somerville, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have two years experience of cat sitting. I visit the homes and feed the cat(s), clean out litter, administer medications. I also have adopted cats for many years. Generally older cats. I'm aware that some cats may be mistrusting at first and am very patient with them.
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting
I am a college student looking for some part time work. I worked at a humane society for 2 years caring for cats and making sure cats and dogs find their forever home. I love animals and have had a dog and 2 cats ever since I was born. I am willing to go to their home to take care of them or have them in my home.
Cordelia can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Alexandra M.
Somerville, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Alex! I love animals and can provide pet and house sitting. I have a plethora of experience and have helped 8+ families care your their pets. I am comfortable stopping by and taking your dog for a walk or staying the night. I have spent anywhere from one night to two weeks helping people look after their homes and pets.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Hello, my name is Katherine! I am a college student who is home for the summer until the end of August. I personally have had a dog for 6 years that weighs 175 lbs. Therefore, I am comfortable with extra large dog breeds. However, I am able to care for dogs of all ages and sizes. I have reliable transportation and can usually...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former volunteer at Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem and have worked with dogs since I was a little girl. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming (no hair cutting or nail trimming though) and I am happy to take dogs on walks or...
Rachel can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
My wife and I are dog lovers, both grew up with dogs in our home. We now are the proud parents of an 8-year-old peekapoo, Jessie, who is great with other dogs. We have watched friends and family pets in our house while they have gone on extended vacations.
Tim can also help with: Boarding
Hi! I'm Catalina, I have two dogs at home and love pets. Let me know if you need someone to walk or pet sit any dogs!
Catalina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emily M.
Somerville, MA
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emily, I recently moved to the area. I took a break from school because I have no idea what I want to do. I currently work at a restaurant and I nanny but don't start full time until the end of February and am looking for some part time pet care jobs! I have a cat of my own and I have 3 dogs, cows, pigs,...
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Erin Y.
Swampscott, MA
$15-25/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog owner who has grown up with a variety of breeds both small and large. Current dog mom to a 2yr old Aussie so high-energy pups are no problem. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming with notice.
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Avery M.
Cambridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Avery and I am currently a graduate student at Northeastern. I have always been a pet lover, and decided to offer my help to anyone needing pet care, because I am missing my pets at home so much! I have been helping dog sit for family friends for years, beginning at the age of 16, and have watched both small...
Avery can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Britton H.
Charlestown, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Britton, I'm a junior studying English at Loyola University in New Orleans, but I grew up in Albuquerque and am home for the summer. I have three cats myself, had several dogs growing up (hoping to get another one or two or 10 once I'm in a more permanent living situation), and have taken care of a family friend's...
Britton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Erin D.
Melrose, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi fur parents! My name is Erin D, I am a college student attending Umass amherst. Although most of my previous gigs involve children, I do have plenty of experience sitting families with dogs and some overnight dog sitting (references available upon request)! I also take care of my 1 dogs and 2 cats at home:) Looking for a...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting services in your home! When I am not attending school, I am a veterinary assistant with 1+ years of experience. I am comfortable with watching both large and small dogs!
Gianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I was a cat owner for 7+ years to a senior cat who has required daily medication, including eye drops, oral and topical (on the inner ear) medications, as well as insulin injections and glucose readings. I have also dog sat for roommates, family members, and coworkers including in-home pet sitting. I am an animal lover and will...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
I've always had pets growing up. I have experience with dogs, cats, snakes, lizards, rabbits, chinchilla, etc. Comfortable giving medication if necessary.
Hannah can also help with: Pet sitting
I am willing to provide pet care in your home. I love animals and have had all kinds of animals my entire life. I volunteer at local shelters and I end up being the go to pet sitter for all of my friends.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Stephanie B.
Lexington, MA
$15-25/hr
I am an animal lover that provide dog / cat sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 20+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, boarding
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Sydney L.
Peabody, MA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I am an animal lover who has grown up with animals of all sorts my entire life. I've had hamsters, dogs, cats, and snakes, spent 12+ years around horses, fostered dogs, volunteered at animal shelters, and worked at a vet office for 6 months. I am comfortable with going on walks, runs,...
Sydney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Wakefield
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Wakefield, MA?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Wakefield, MA will cost an average of $17.50 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 Wakefield, MA?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Wakefield, 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 2 in home pet sitters in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA?
In home pet sitters in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield, MA?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Wakefield, 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.