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Sarah S.
Westfield, MA
$16-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Here To Care And Love Your Furry, Hairy And Scaley Babies!
Hi! My name is Sarah, I am 28 years old out of Westfield, MA. I am a lover of all animals with life-long experience caring for them. Currently, I have three dogs, one cat and six chickens, but grew up with all kinds of pets and worked from a young age on our neighbors farm. I also worked at Dave's pet city for a couple years and...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Jessica M.
Southwick, MA
$15-25/hr
Huge animal lover! I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I have a lovely cat of my own and used to frequently dog sit for my neighbors growing up.
Ryan G.
Westfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ryan and I am currently midway through my college studies after receiving my Associate's Degree from Holyoke Community College. I will be transferring to Springfield College and commuting so my schedule will still be very open for the next few years. I have an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts after taking...
Ryan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Ceirra P.
Southwick, MA
$15-22/hr
I have had both cats and dogs my whole entire life, currently I have two cats of my own. Every time someone in my family needs their pets watched I am always the one they go to!
Ceirra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Paige H.
Southwick, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a freshman at FSU but I am originally from Massachusetts. I had a Shih Tzu for 6 years but he passed away over the summer due to his age:-( I am looking to start pet sitting/ dog walking more because I miss having pups in my life! In addition to being a dog owner, I have been dog sitting for neighbors and...
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Hi there!
I'm a passionate and energetic pet lover with over 15 years of experience in childcare, and I'm excited to extend my care to your furry family members. As a mother of two girls, aged 4 and 12, I understand the importance of providing a safe, loving, and fun environment for all members of the family, including pets.
I...
Caitlin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm 23 and I've been pet sitting for 3 years . I've done walks, in house on boarding, and overnight stays. I have a cat and mouse of me own, and have been riding horses. Ive always loved animals and am looking forward to caring for yours.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Sarah R.
Westfield, MA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been pet sitting dogs and cats for about 4 years now. I have watched many kinds of dogs from boxers, bulldogs, beagles to pit bulls. I love being out doors so walking my own dogs has always been something I do often.
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Leanora K.
Westfield, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a passionate pet care provider with 10 years of experience, I am dedicated to nurturing animals. My journey began with fulfilling pet sitting jobs, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with animals and positively impact their lives and mine. I have worked as a veterinary technician for 5 years. Supporting owners...
Leanora can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation
Experienced SAHM looking to help another family! I have extensive knowledge in special needs, allergies, first aid, and early childhood education! I enjoy baking sourdough, exercising, traveling, and studying child behavior. I am a registered behavioral technician, and have worked with children with behavioral needs of all ages...
Taylor can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation & more
Riley G.
Westfield, MA
$15-20/hr
Hi Pet Parents! Although I don't have any pro experience, I am a dog lover and have had a few sitting jobs here and there. I have been around all different breeds for my whole life! I am trying to find an easy, flexible job to keep me afloat throughout my masters degree, that I also love! I have an English bully but he does not...
Riley can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Big dog lover over here!! With two rescues of my own there is no shortage of puppy love in my house. Whether it's dog walking or dog sitting you can count me in to help out with your furry friends!
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have 5 yrs of experience as pet sitter Dogs and Cats. I sitter in the house owners for long period of vacations or sitter cats in my house for a long period of time, I sitter dairy, weekly as they need me. I like to give love and attention. Experience to give a medications, walk, etc
Celeste can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Malgorzata K.
Windsor Locks, CT
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Loving Petsitter Available Anytime (Including Overnights)
5.0
(4)
I love all animals very much. I have a 14-year-old dog who came with me to the United States from Poland therefore I have long term experience taking care of dogs. I often help my friends with taking care of their pets in my free time - I feed, walk, play, and groom them whether it is at their house or my own house. I enjoy long...
Malgorzata can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Malgorzata (“Margaret”) has great experience working with dogs. She cared greatly for our 2 year old poodle when she was here working with my Mom. She adhered to our dog’s schedule of pee/poop times, feeding times, and play time. Our dog loved when she came over!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with animals vs people. I am trainable and looking for part time job in my local area addition to my current full time job. I am detail oriented and will care for your pets as if they were my own.
Melissa L can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Melissa is real trooper. I can't say enough about her. My 2 Caiques have really given her a run for the money as they are experts at escaping from their cages. Melissa read up on Caique personalities to see if this was normal behavior. Unfortunately, it is. She did...
Heidi H.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love animals and have taken care of some friends pets while they were away. I also had a diabetic cat for many years that I had to administer daily insulin shots to. Cant also perform light grooming!
Linda can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Linda is extremely responsible and reliable. Definitely recommend for pet care, errands or childcare. A+ service from Linda!"
Cara B.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a reliable and experienced sitter/walker and have worked with dogs for several years. Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. In addition to caring for dogs, I have experience working as a barn hand, which includes grooming and tacking horses, cleaning stalls, as well as feeding and...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I usually care for children all week. But I am widening my availability now to animals. I am loving caring and an animal lover.
Kimberly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Though we did not go with Kimberly this time, she passed our interview with flying colors and I would not hesitate to hire her in the future."
Heidi H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Amelia and I've been training and caring for dogs since I was 11 years old. I started out training service dogs before working with rescues. I now own a dog walking and training business called Pomeroy Pup Pack, which has enriched my dog experience with different sizes, ages, breeds, and temperaments. From your...
Amelia can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, dog training, pet transportation & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Amelia is absolutely amazing. She is highly skilled at working with dogs (even nervous pups, like our pittie), professional, and delightful all at once."
Rebecca F.
5.0
(1)
I have four years of experience taking care of cats and dogs for family and friends. Over the years my family and I have owned cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish! In addition, I have helped foster cats and find homes for strays. I am a huge animal lover and willing to help out with any pets! I currently own and take care of my...
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Russell, MA
Malgorzata K.
5.0
Malgorzata (“Margaret”) has great experience working with dogs. She cared greatly for our 2 year old poodle when she was here working with my Mom. She adhered to our dog’s schedule of pee/poop times, feeding times, and play time. Our dog loved when she came over!
- Care member
Melissa L L.
5.0
Melissa is real trooper. I can't say enough about her. My 2 Caiques have really given her a run for the money as they are experts at escaping from their cages. Melissa read up on Caique personalities to see if this was normal behavior. Unfortunately, it is. She did not give up and came back even...
- Heidi H.
Linda K.
5.0
Linda is extremely responsible and reliable. Definitely recommend for pet care, errands or childcare. A+ service from Linda!
- Cara B.
Kimberly C.
5.0
Kim took amazing care of our two guinea pigs, Quincy and Peanut, while my family was away for a week-long summer vacation. Kim is responsive to email and text messages, which made coordinating a pre-trip meeting to go over our needs easy. While we were gone, Kim provided daily updates via text,...
- Daniel S.
Amelia W.
5.0
Amelia has done wonderful work with my puppy! He has learned so much on his midday training walks with her. She is warm, friendly, attentive to my pup's needs and mood, quick to send me updates, extremely responsive, and easy to communicate with. She also tells me what training she's doing so I can...
- Nicole S.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Russell, MA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Russell, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $18.33 per hour as of April 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 Russell, MA?
There are 3 pet care providers in Russell, 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 Russell 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 Russell, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Russell, 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 Russell, 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 Russell, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Russell, 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 Russell, 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 Russell, 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 Russell, 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 Russell, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Russell, 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.