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Pet care in Winchester, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a dog and cat since I was young. I am always the one to walk the dog and look after the pets.
Kayleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!"
Bijit K.
Erin N.
Medford, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Animal lover with 5 years experience in fostering animals. Current cat mom to a new 5-month-old kitten.
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Susan M.
Newton Highlands, MA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Pet Lover, Housesitter, Childcare, Plant Helper, Etc.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I really love animals. My family grew up with cats. I also had a cat for a long time. I miss having a pet. I can not have one where I live. I think pets can be great company and they are your best friend. I also like dogs, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I worked for at an animal hospital part-time when I was younger. When the animals...
Susan can also help with: Pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Susan stayed over to care for my dear cat, Couscous. Couscous seemed happy and well upon my return! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide dog, cat or practically any pet sitting in your home. I have worked in the animal care field for over a decade now and I am available all day on any day. I have worked at and volunteered at multiple animal hospitals throughout high school and college including Danvers Animal Hospital and New England Veterinary Clinic....
Kyle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs."
Tara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have raised three puppies. One of which I had in my care since she was 4 weeks old. I volunteer at Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, MA. I have four dogs in my neighborhood that I used to walk after school and on special occasions. I have dog sat many times before as well. I enjoy the cold and outdoors so your pet will always...
Morgan can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Denisa K.
Roxbury, MA
$21-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Denisa, I have personally taken care of my Yorkie Poo, Chase since he was a puppy and trained him everything he knows. Over the years I have watched other friends/family dogs for a few hours to a few days.
I am very active and enjoy play time, long walks, and exercising in general! I have mainly worked with...
Denisa can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Denisa is one of the brightest young women that I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is very motivated to succeed and will do her best to accommodate all of your needs.
She will be a great influence on anyone she interacts with and I could not imagine a a...
Nancy M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a pet owner and animal lover and have had pets all my life. I currently have a dog, two cats and a turtle. Responsibilities include providing food and water, taking dogs out to potty and/or walks. Provide exercise and playtime. Clean up after them and clean out litter boxes. And best of all I provide companionship.
Please...
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"I hired Susan to watch my two rag doll Siamese cats for a week. My decision was based on Susan's personal experience, caring for her own cats and the maturity that she brings to the task. I was not disappointed. Upon returning home, I found my two guys with clean...
David W.
5.0
(1)
My whole life, I've been brought up around pets. Throughout my early childhood, we had a black lab who I loved more than anything. Since then, we have had 2 dogs and 2 cats join our family. When I am home from school, my dogs are my sidekicks. They go everywhere with me and we're always outside running around and playing. While...
Tymra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking
Bianca P.
Wakefield, MA
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a yellow lab dog of my own and I absolutely adore her! Always looking to help other people with their pets!
5.0
"Bianca has been amazing with my yellow lab Colby. When I needed someone to start really quickly she was able to help out right away. She is an excellent communicator, and has been very flexible with my schedule. She also sends me pictures of my pup after every...
Madison W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For over seven years, I have volunteered with a local cat rescue caring for the cats at their storefront location, and have also taken care of cats at their homes while their owners are away. Creating trust and bonds with cats as well as providing the best care possible is my priority and specialty!
I have a very open and...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Taylor did an excellent job looking after my cat for three days while I was traveling. She is conscientious, responsive, and friendly, and if you are looking for someone to pet sit, I highly recommend her."
Mason R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a huge animal lover! I grew up with Dogs but now have become a Cat mom. We have 4 cats; Kuku, Boogie, Lola and Hazel. Hazel is special needs, she has Cerebellar Hyperplasia (the Wobbly syndrome). She requires a lot of extra attention, which has taught me so much about patience. So as you can see I am experienced with...
Cheryl-anne can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"We hired Cheryl to care for our cats while we were away on a long weekend. She came in the morning and afternoon, and texted updates which was really nice. When we returned, everyone was happy and the house was the same as we left it. We will hire Cheryl again!"
Rachel J.
Daisy G.
Allston, MA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been pet sitting for friends and neighbors for over 5 years and enjoy getting to spend time with cats and dogs.
Daisy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Daisy is amazing! She gave our dog a full 60-minute walk while I’m taking care my infant son. Highly recommended!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Alexa. I have a thriving side gig as a dog and cat boarder and I also offer cat check-ins, and on-occasion, dog walks. I have 50+ five-star reviews on a popular pet-sitting app and have been doing this for 4. 5 years.
For boarding, I only take one pet or one family of pets at a time. I book boarding stays a bit ahead...
Alexa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"As with all pet parents, leaving our furry ones to go out of town is stressful for them and us. Alexa gave us peace of mind and was there to care for our cats. She did a wonderful job and kept contact with us. She is a very responsible pet sitter and is now our...
Ha N.
5.0
(1)
Hi!
My name is Eliza and I'd love to help take care of your pet. I've been cat- and dog-sitting for neighbors and family friends for eight years. This past summer, I worked for a family took care of their dog, T. I have grown up with cats and currently have kittens at home. I've also have babysat for multiple families while...
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Eliza was wonderful: Trustworthy. Conscientious. Courteous. Reliable. I highly recommend her…"
Care member
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, 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)
I am a responsible, conscientious animal lover who would love to take care of your pet! I always had pets growing up and learned how to provide animals proper care and love from a very young age. I have walked and cared for friends' animals on a regular basis as well. I am comfortable and experienced in dog walking, cat and dog...
Ilana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I want to give a shout-out to Ilana as an amazing cat sitter for Storm! She treats him like her own and their bond is undeniable. Storm always rushes to her as soon as she walks in the room. Ilana goes above and beyond, making sure Storm is happy, well-fed, and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Susannah and I am living in the Boston area. I work as a Pediatric Social Worker for my full-time job. As I work remotely Wednesday-Friday, I am looking for some animal-care jobs during these days, as well as over the weekends. Right now, I am only available for dog-walk and drop-in services. I am not available...
Susannah can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Susannah really stepped up for me when another sitter had canceled last minute. She went above and beyond to make sure my cats were cared for, equally fed, and cleaned up their messes. Susannah checked in frequently and was incredibly considerate. I 100% recommend...
Allie S.
Sofia H.
Somerville, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Sofia And I'm A Bilingual Journalist With A Love For Animals!
4.4
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as responsible, flexible and patient.
I like working with animals because I believe they are kind souls who deserve to be treated with love and respect.
I'm looking for a job that is safe, reliable and nearby.
I started working with animals when I started college and many international students...
5.0
"I hired Sofia to take care of my cat while I was on vacation. She is very kind and and had no troubles with administering medicine to my cat. I will definitely be hiring Sofia again!"
Emily W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting on the weekends in your home. I am a college student and have grown up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, and horses. I am very comfortable with and have such a love for animals, and I would be privileged to take care of and spend time with your animals. I have much experience taking care of our farm and...
Portia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 2020 Duke graduate and now a rising 4th year medical student at Boston University. I'm looking for flexible, intermittent work to help pay for school expenses.
I'm the daughter of a veterinarian and spent my entire life before college caring for animals in my father's clinic. I love every animal, although I especially...
Noelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Winchester, MA
Kayleen H.
5.0
Kayleen is so great with our girls (5,3). When she is with them, 100% of her attention is on them. Dependable, punctual, communicative, and caring. She is the best!! I wish I could give more stars!
- Bijit K.
Susan M.
5.0
Susan stayed over to care for my dear cat, Couscous. Couscous seemed happy and well upon my return!
- Care member
Kyle W.
5.0
Kyle is awesome. Very calm demeanor and showed up prepared. He was great with the dogs.
- Tara M.
Denisa K.
5.0
Denisa is one of the brightest young women that I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is very motivated to succeed and will do her best to accommodate all of your needs.
She will be a great influence on anyone she interacts with and I could not imagine a a better person to hire.
- Nancy M.
Susan H.
5.0
I hired Susan to watch my two rag doll Siamese cats for a week. My decision was based on Susan's personal experience, caring for her own cats and the maturity that she brings to the task. I was not disappointed. Upon returning home, I found my two guys with clean cat boxes and filled food bowls. The...
- David W.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Winchester, MA
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Winchester, MA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.87 per hour as of March 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 Winchester, MA?
There are 15 pet care providers in Winchester, 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 Winchester 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 Winchester, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, MA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, 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 Winchester, MA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Winchester, 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.