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334 pet care are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Boston, MA
Hi! I'm a second year masters student at Boston College with vast experience as a family helper. I'm super excited to get in contact with you and get to know your family!
Valentina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Christiana S.
Boston, MA
$25-34/hr • 2 yrs exp
Have years of experience with dogs including my own two I grew up with. I love spending time with pets, I am compassionate and very reliable. Looking forward to learning how I can help!
Christiana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I am an enthusiastic university student who has had many pets and who is passionate about giving love and affection to animals. I have taken care of rabbits, guinea pigs, and have had two cats and four dogs between my mother and father's houses growing up. I currently am a cat owner. I love taking dogs for walks outside - and...
Alison can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Julia and I'm an experienced and caring pet-sitter. I absolutely love cats and dogs and am here to provide the best possible care for your pet. I have experience with many different pet needs including senior pets, medicine administration, and anxious pets. I'm happy to provide walks and playtime, food and water,...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! Although I do not have prior experience I love animals and will look forward to working with you and your fur babies.
I've had a range of animals including dogs, cats, bunnies, and even a few reptiles. I also have a reactive dog so I have patience and am willing to work with dogs that some people aren't as long as we do so...
Melany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have years of experience caring for other people's dogs and have excellent references. I love dogs and always ensure they have the best care, exercise, food, water and attention they need.
Alana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, grooming & more
Hello, my name is Lívia.
I offer walks, playtime, and lots of attention for your pet!
I work with pet care services because I handle animals very well and love this job.
Livia can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Linda V.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Grew Up With Lots Of Pets In My Family! I Love All Type Of Dogs! I Flexible And Communicative!
I've been doing dog walking services over the summer! I have experience with walking and dog sitting!
Linda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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I have experience with big and little dogs.
Right now I have a cat and a corn snake.
In the past I have had turtles, lizards, hamsters, and fish.
I love all animals and have experience caring for them!!
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking
While I have not accrued paid experiences caring for pets yet, I do have experience walking and caring for small and medium size dogs. I am an average sized, athletic woman, and would need to test a large dog's power before committing to walking it. In addition to walking, I can performs baths, work on skills, and attend to...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals! dont have one of my own right now but I want to help you and give love to yours! I love love going on walks so why not have me walk your dog and play with them at the same time.
Sarelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have spent many years volunteering at animal rescues as well as have been an animal owner. Animals are my passion. I have a dog and a cat that are my whole life, animals are such pure and amazing creatures that give me so much joy to be around and help out!:)
Elena can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 12 year of experience with pet caring specifically dogs. I can help with Pet sitting, walking and Transportation. I am great with dogs and kids. I can also help with childcare along with pick ups and drop offs. Very flexible and willing to help whenever needed.
Tess S.
Boston, MA
$18-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Being a animal lover for my whole life, I have consistently picked up jobs as a dog walker, cat sitter and caretaker for small animals (ex. bunnies, turtles and fish). I can provide dog and cat sitting within your on house! I love working with all dogs and cats, no matter the age or size. And would love to help with bathing...
Tess can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Chloe B.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have loved and been around animals since I was a child. I have taken care of horses for 10 years now and have dog walked for 3 summers through Rover. I strive to be a great pet caregiver and value punctuality and professionalism in all realms of my work.
Chloe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jayda W.
Boston, MA
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked with dogs all of my life, from having them myself to taking care of my neighbors and so much more. I have recently added cat care to my agenda, taking care of them for up to a week. I love playing with the animals and taking dogs on walks. I'm very good at reading their body language and understanding their...
Jayda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alessandra K.
Boston, MA
$14-19/hr
I have been caring for pets my entire life, including dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, rats, guinea pigs and snakes. I have fostered cats and kittens each spring for 4 years and participated in caring for reptiles at my College's animal lab. I love animals of all kind and would be willing to help with walking, playing, and cleaning.
Megan B.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr
I've always grown up with pets and have experience giving medication, feeding pets, walking and bathing.
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Hello ! I am a mother of 2 and a grandmother of 2 I have 15 plus years working with the elderly. I do ADLs meal prep I also will do housekeeping I've worked with all types of people dementia Alzheimer's I also have experience with paraplegic individuals
Looking forward to chatting
Barbie Jo
Barbie Jo can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Richard P.
Boston, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a dog owner myself and have had multiple dogs over the years. All my dogs were trained by me. I currently have a shelter dog lab mix which I have trained from a puppy. She is now 4+ years old.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Boston, MA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Boston, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.65 per hour as of January 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Boston, MA?
There are 334 pet care providers in Boston, MA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Boston or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Boston, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Boston, MA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Boston, MA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Boston, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Boston, MA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Boston, MA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Boston, MA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Boston, MA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Boston, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Boston, MA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.
Ratings for Boston, MA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 334 listed pet care.