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Hi! My name is Liv and I am new to using caregiver! I am a 20-year-old college student home for the summer and I have 4 years of on and off experience pet sitting various animals including cats, dogs, lizards, birds, fish and small mammals. I can help with Pet Care, Pet Transportation, and Pet Walking as well as other tasks if...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Alexandra M.
Dover, MA
$15-20/hr
I will provide pet care in your home. I love animals of all kinds and am willing to walk, play with, and take care of your pets. I have a car and am fairly flexible with my class schedule.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Growing up in Dover, Massachusetts I had the pleasure of living with 5 dogs. Of which I am extremely skilled in feeding, walking, bathing/grooming, and most importantly giving them lots of love!!
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding
Patricia F.
Dover, MA
$15-19/hr
Hello and thank you for taking a minute to read my profile! I am an absolute dog lover, actually to the point where it can be a downfall. I say that because I find myself feeling so very bad for them when it's even for something that probably doesn't bother them! I have a chihuahua who I love to pieces and feel so bad every time...
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Sierra. I love animals more than people most of the time because well have you met a dog I have years of experience Dog sitting to even watching pet snakes.
Sierra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Shannon H.
Framingham, MA
$10-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Responsible And Experienced Pet Care Provider For Hire At 30% Off Company Cost!
5.0
(1)
I offer 30% off the local companies! I'm an experienced pet care provider from the Framingham area. I have worked for companies, caring for all types of house pets since 2008, including dogs, rabbits, cats and birds. I have experience as a dog walker, trainer, groomer and boarder in the Boston area, as well as a cat sitter and...
Shannon can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!"
Kara C.
Silindile S.
Wayland, MA
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hey, I love dogs, I have a flexible work schedule and will probably be the most reliable human you've met.
Silindile can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Clara B.
Millis, MA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
My name is Clara, I'm 24 years old, and I love animals. I grew up with animals, and currently have a cat. Also, I have really enjoyed taking care of my roommate's dog and cat numerous times when she has gone on vacation.
I am very caring and will take of your pet like my own.
Thank you for taking a look at my profile!
Clara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Clara has helped out at our home since September with both our daughter who is 15 years old and also our Labrador Retriever, CJ, who is 100 pounds. CJ needs someone strong to walk him. Clara is great at remembering CJ's special diet (since the vet has wanted him to...
Janice M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I would love to provide convenient and excellent care for your pets! I am reliable and easy to communicate with; I will make time for you and I will find the perfect schedule for you, I and your fur baby. I am available for walks, pet sitting, feedings, or even just to hangout for a bit during the day while you have to work. I...
Brianna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Brianna took care of my cat Ravioli on weekends that my partner and I were away. Brianna is super kind & friendly, and clearly very caring towards animals. She would send me photo updates and even spent extra time with him to make sure he wasn't lonely! I 100%...
Libby B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and have always had a soft spot for dogs & cats. I have over 10 years of experience dog sitting/house sitting for families who go away on vacation or have to travel for work. I believe it is important to take each pet's individual personality and preferences into account when caring for them. Dogs & cats are...
Sean can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Sean is great dog sitter. I would definitely hire him watch my dog "
Corey S.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I live in Dedham and I have a 6-year-old Labrador/Beagle mix who is awesome and a 3yr old long haired chihuahua I grew up with dogs and cats since I was very young. I had a Golden Retriever as an adult, and now my current dogs. I take them out a lot, hiking and to the dog park and long walks. They're spoiled as I believe...
Christine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been dog sitting for my entire life as well as getting a puppy of my own this past year. I am skilled in the management of dogs with every kind of need including anxiety, hyperactivity, and all kinds of walking styles. I love to walk and would be happy to help a fellow dog owner!
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking
Caroline P.
Needham, MA
$19-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have always loved all animals and find so much joy in caring for their needs and making them happy! I do have plenty of dog walking/ sitting experience and have plenty of availability throughout the day! I am currently a senior in college working online from home in needham, I also work part time at a preschool.
Caroline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!"
Bonnie J.
Yasaman K.
West Newton, MA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have extensive experience caring for both dogs and cats, both casually and professionally. I have worked as a professional dog hiker and also worked in a doggy daycare as a training assistant. My love for animals drives my dedication to their well-being and enjoyment. I want to spend quality time with pets, especially since I...
Yasaman can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Yasi is absolutely amazing with dogs. I have a 6-year-old dog who spent 4 years in a Moscow shelter with 3,000 other dogs and almost no human contact. This is after living on the streets of Moscow and likely hit by a car resulting in a broken femur. I had my dog...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Reiley! I have grown up with animals all my life, from fish to hamsters to cats and dogs, and even horses!
I also have a rescue pup (her name is Daisy) and she's the best thing that's ever happened to me.
We treat her like a princess, and your pets would be no different (maybe he's a prince though).
I have pet sat...
Reiley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience with Reiley. She took great care of our two dogs, Kona and Bailey, while we were away. She sent us updates of their activities, and we could tell they were having a lot of fun with her. She also followed all the instructions we gave...
Karen R.
5.0
(1)
I board small animals, birds, and exotics at my home. I provide clean housing and individual attention to each animal. Also salads for the herbivores and omnivores. I also have toys for specific animal species.
I'm going to college right now to study animal medicine at Umass Amherst.
I started working with animals when I was...
Sofia can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"The absolute best! So knowledgeable and responsible. An amazing experience, she provided such peace of mind while I was away."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had dogs all my life, after we got married every place we moved into didn't allow any pets. Now we have moved into a house with a pet friendly community, and our two kids (S, 6 and L, 9) are asking for a puppy. As much as we would love to adopt one (and we have looked into one many times), financially we can't. I work part...
Leticia can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can help you with your cats and lizards. I personally own a cat, a dog, two leopard geckos, and a little turtle. Growing up, I always had many animals, such as goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, pigs, dogs, cats, and birds.
Jadna can also help with: Pet sitting
Ori D.
Waltham, MA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hello! My name is Oriana D.
Animals are my life. I always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in pet care is from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and...
Ori can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She was so good taking care of my little Monty. They played and walked together in perfect harmony.
100% reliable and trustworthy person."
Aribeth T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Lifelong dog owner and lover! From small mixed breeds, to Great Danes and German Shepherds, to the wee little Jack Russell Terriers, I love them all and am great with dogs and puppies! I am flexible and versatile in scheduling to play, visit, walk, slow jog, practice training exercises, short-term dog sit, and keep your dog...
Aimee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Aimee has been a God sent for me and my Havenese puppy!
Fidget is so super energetic and I couldn't control her after work when I got home.
Thanks to Aimee, her extra special attention and her crazy helper Olive, Fidget is pretty worn out by the end of the...
Janet P.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Dover, MA
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a great help and a relief for me to help take my dogs on walks during her scheduled times and even when I need help last minute! She's very helpful and wonderful to communicate with. Very cheery and bright!
- Kara C.
Clara B.
5.0
Clara has helped out at our home since September with both our daughter who is 15 years old and also our Labrador Retriever, CJ, who is 100 pounds. CJ needs someone strong to walk him. Clara is great at remembering CJ's special diet (since the vet has wanted him to lose 10 pounds) along with playing...
- Janice M.
Brianna D.
5.0
Brianna watched my pup Leeloo for a week while I was away. She did an incredible job. Leeloo can be very demanding, but it was evident when I returned how much she loved Brianna. She was punctual, professional, quick to respond, and a delight. I would definitely recommend her to watch your pet! I...
- Meghan G.
Sean T.
5.0
Sean is great dog sitter. I would definitely hire him watch my dog
- Corey S.
Caroline P.
5.0
Caroline is punctual, kind and reliable. She's terrific with our dog!
- Bonnie J.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Dover, MA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Dover, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of February 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 Dover, MA?
There are 4 pet care providers in Dover, 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 Dover 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 Dover, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, 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 Dover, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Dover, 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.