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Pet care in Boxborough, MA

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Emmy W.


Boxborough, MA

$14-19/hr

I love pet sitting

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Hi my name is Emmy, I am 20 and am a sophomore at the University of Vermont. I am currently living in Southport
Emmy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Cami S.


Boxborough, MA

$15-21/hr

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

I've been taking care of dogs, cats, and pigs for around 9 years now! I have lots of experience walking dogs, and watching animals in general. I will ensure your pet has the best experience and are of course well taken care of!
Cami can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Joni A.


Boxborough, MA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love All Animals

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Joni, I am a animal lover and it would be an honor and a privilege to take care of yours. I have had cats, still do, (always two) my whole adult life, and several dogs when I was younger, (Condo doesn't allow them now) :( I take care of one dog and two cats several times a year for many years, when their pawrents...
Joni can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine
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Stephanie W.


Boxborough, MA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I have always had a love for animals.. unfortunately I don't have any of my own right now but look forward to sharing the love of yours. I grew up with a cat and boxer dogs my whole life. I was an active member of a dog rescue and loved helping pups find their forever homes. I am a go to call for friends and family to watch...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Janice H.


Sudbury, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dog & Cat CareTaker

5.0

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I love dogs & cats of and am happy to care for your fur baby in your home based on your needs. Available for vacations as well as daily or occasional walks, playtime, plenty of TLC & nourishment! I am fully vaccinated and have numerous letters of recommendation!
Janice can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Janice is so thoughtful about how she cares for our dog. She gives him lots of affection, and he definitely reciprocates. We trust her implicitly when she stays overnight at our house to care for our dog."

Mary H.

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Yenifer N.


Marlborough, MA

$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Dog Walker And Dog Babysitter

Hello my name is Yenifer and I'm a dog lover, I star helping my boss at the time walikg the dog every afternoon and when they went a vacation I offer to take care of their dogs and I started taking care of them and I take care other dogs too I love them I walked with them I can provide good references
Yenifer can also help with: Pet walking
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Caitlin F.


Clinton, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Caitlin! I'm available for your pet care needs. Some responsibilities I provide are boarding, sitting, walk, feeding, playing, and most importantly giving belly rubs. I have two rescues on my own. Two Vizsla mixes named Lily and Bruce! I look forward to hearing from you!
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Caitlin stayed with our two dachshunds for a quick two day get away. We had her meet them beforehand and were immediately comfortable, as were the dogs. She sent us pictures and video while we were gone and you could tell the dogs were happy. We would highly...

Diane M.

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Michael T.


Hudson, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

After retiring I started a small pet care business. I have numerous daily dog walking clients along with additional overnight boarding clients who utilize my services for vacations and weekend get-a-aways. Have loved animals all my life and have had a wide variety in my home (hamsters, birds, fish, cats and dogs.) Currently...
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.

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Kristin W.


Groton, MA

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part And Or Full Time Pet Sitter/Walker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had animals since I was a child. I love animals more than I can say. I can truly say it is my passion. I have four cats, a crested gecko baby and four fish. I have also had parrots and dogs.
Kristin can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Elana R.


Stow, MA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Dog Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a lifelong dog-lover who wants to make sure your fluffy family member is well taken care of when you can't be there! I grew up with a Portuguese Water Dog named Max, who passed a few years ago but who left paw prints forever on my heart. In his old age, he became difficult to walk and temperamental. He also started having...
Elana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I just can't say enough good things about Elana!! My husband and I were going on a cruise, and it was so incredibly important to us to have someone we could trust with our baby. When Elana met our dog, Attie, it was love at first sight for Attie! Attie is a 100...

Richard H.

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Michelle D.


Groton, MA

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter FOR YOUR FUR BABIES

Pet Sitters supervise cats, dogs, and other pets while their owners are away. Key responsibilities include providing food and water, grooming, taking pets to vet appointments, administering medicine, taking dogs out for a walk, and providing companionship.
Michelle can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Kim V.


Ayer, MA

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm a professional personal chef and animal lover who would be happy to help out with your pet(s) and light domestic tasks/housesitting. Most experienced with cats, but also comfortable with most dogs and small mammals. I look forward to helping you!
Kim can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Kim is a rockstar! 10/10 would hire again - responsible, prompt and so caring to my dog who loves her! She left the house spotless, too!"

Jodi F.

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Michele M.


Berlin, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I am a happy Pet Foster Mum, responsible, patient pet care services available temporary and long term positions.
Michele can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

NAPPS Certified

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Michelle M.


Hudson, MA

$35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dependable And Caring.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a dog but now live where that is not possible. I love walking and love cats and dogs. So, this is a great fit for me. I'm patient and intuitive. I look forward to meeting you and your pet.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Michelle has been great to work with. She is timely, reliable, friendly, and our dog loves her! We are very happy to have found her for our furry family member "

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Valerie J.


Clinton, MA

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Why I'm The Best Choice For Your Needs, I'll Care For Your Pet As If He/she Were My Own.

I'd describe my personality as caring, generous, dependable I like working with animals because they give unwavering love I'm looking for a job that allows me to care for the people/pets in my charge. I started working with dogs 4 years ago when I moved into a household that had 2. I've had cats all my life. In my spare...
Valerie can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Valerie provides exceptional care to the two dogs and two cats she lives with. She loves these animals like they were her own. She is also a favorite of all the neighborhood dogs giving them lots of love and affection! "

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have countless years of experience with many breeds of cats and dogs. I am an animal lover. Sadly, I had to put down my beloved 17 1/2-year-old golden retriever. Average life expectancy is 11-13 years, so I must have been doing something right! I have cats, a turtle that I found as a baby and a leopard gecko. I've always had a...
Kelley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Kelley is friendly, dependable yet flexible, and takes amazing care of my two dogs that she's been walking for about a year and a half. They just love her! She's taken them overnight as well and sent pictures and updates. I know that they are in good hands with her...

Michelle P.

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Alicia D.


Marlborough, MA

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Alicia

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alicia I'm a very caring and responsible patient person I do have a Furry baby of my own his name is Cooper he is a white handsome beautiful boxer I Call him wiggle booty for short . I am looking to make a little extra money when I have some free time if you Need a little help with your furry baby walking training...
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training
5.0
"Alicia is a very responsible and dependable person, and will help with whatever needs to be done. I appreciate her and her help very much!!!"

Emily T.

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Patricia B.


Hudson, MA

$10-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had many pets in the past. I love being with animals, as well as taking care of them. I have provided: - Feeding - Fresh water - Travel - Play - Walk - Cleanup
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Olivia A.


Acton, MA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Animal Caregiver Available

Hey, I'm Liv. I've always loved connecting with animals and kids, tuning into their unique personalities and creating spaces where they can thrive. I enjoy finding creative ways to keep kids engaged, whether through art, stories, or imaginative play. When it comes to animals, I take the time to understand what makes them feel...
Olivia can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Hands down the best part-time employee I have ever had. Olivia cares about the quality of the work she provides, and she cares about any living thing under her care. She also readily accepts instruction, and always performs above and beyond expectations with any...

Sean F.

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Rachel V.


Lancaster, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have owned and cared for animals all my life, currently care for three dogs. Over my life I have enjoyed the company of cats, rabbits and hamsters as well. Comfortable with all! Love animals and enjoy caring for them and keeping them company and walking in all types of weather I also work part time as a local Substitute teacher...
Rachel can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Rachel has been so dependable taking care of my two dogs! One wasn't feeling well and went to the bathroom inside. She cleaned it up and let me know right away. She stayed extra to make sure he was OK. I feel very comfortable knowing my dogs are being cared for...

Harold V.

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Boxborough, MA

Janice H.

5.0

Janice is so thoughtful about how she cares for our dog. She gives him lots of affection, and he definitely reciprocates. We trust her implicitly when she stays overnight at our house to care for our dog.

- Mary H.

Caitlin F.

5.0

Caitlin stayed with our two dachshunds for a quick two day get away. We had her meet them beforehand and were immediately comfortable, as were the dogs. She sent us pictures and video while we were gone and you could tell the dogs were happy. We would highly recommend her and will definitely see if...

- Diane M.

Michael T.

5.0

We started working with Michael back in 2023, and are so happy to have found him. Our dog loves staying with Michael, and is always well taken care of. Michael will send pictures while we are traveling which is always great. Michael is our go to for our pup!!

- Mary B.

Elana R.

5.0

I just can't say enough good things about Elana!! My husband and I were going on a cruise, and it was so incredibly important to us to have someone we could trust with our baby. When Elana met our dog, Attie, it was love at first sight for Attie! Attie is a 100 lb dog - he's a sweetheart, but it...

- Richard H.

Kim V.

5.0

Kim is a rockstar! 10/10 would hire again - responsible, prompt and so caring to my dog who loves her! She left the house spotless, too!

- Jodi F.

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