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Robin L.

Essex, MA

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I have had experience with cats, dogs and many other pets in my years. I am a pet LOVER and would like to find house/pet sitting opportunities on the North Shore. I am a healthy 60-year-old and work from home as a telehealth nurse. I can work from anywhere, even if Internet is spotty since I can work from my Hotspot.

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Harriet S.

From A Family Of Pets, I Am A Pet-lover And Would Love To Help In Any Way

Essex, MA

from: $25/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hello : ) My name is Harriet (she/her). It is nice to meet you (virtually - sort of haha). I am currently doing school online, and take care of a little baby Tuesdays & Saturdays in Hamilton MA. However, I am more than happy to do pet sitting in any way! I grew up on a farm with chickens, pigs, mice, birds, guinea pigs, etc. A...

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Natalie C.

Beverly, MA

from: $30/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

Im a reliable and experienced pet sitter who has provided care for years through my work as a family and personal assistant. I regularly handle overnight pet sitting, feeding, walking, medication and keeping pets comfortable in their own homes. I'm attentive and respectful of both pets and their environment. I'm happy to...

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Erin H.

Pet Care

Gloucester, MA

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Pet transportation

pet walking

pet sitting

I love all different kinds of animals. I don't have any at the current moment, but I'm always always walking the beach with the dog people. lol . All my little babies know me. I had a house and pet sitting business before the trend when I was studying to be a psychotherapist, I had a blast used to stay in other peoples homes and...

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Krista K.

Dog Sitting In My Home

Danvers, MA

from: $10/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Boarding

Hello! My name is Krista. I have been a dog owner for 25years and a dog lover forever! I have had experience with puppies all the way up to our 14-year-old sweet lab who has now passed on. I currently have a 2-year-old playful shipoo named Benny and a sweet, 4-year-old Shichon named Chewy. I provide boarding to any small dogs...

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Alaina N.

Gloucester, MA

from: $15/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hi all, my name is Lainie. I just graduated with a nursing degree from Endicott College. I have experience house sitting and dog sitting for multiple clients. I also have 3 large labs at home and have grown up with cats, bunnies and hampsters!

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Hannah L.

Gloucester, MA

from: $25/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

I can provide dog, cat, or other small animal pet sitting in the comfort of your own home! I love all animals of all shapes and sizes. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as walking, play-time, and meal-time duties and of course love and cuddles!

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Mike O.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Newburyport, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet sitting

boarding

administration of medicine

pet walking

As a pet owner myself, I understand the special bond that exists between pets and their "people." They are not only pets, they are also our best friends, beloved family members, and true companions. Daily visits or overnights are great alternatives to kenneling or boarding. I will ensure through daily visits that your pet is...

Mike M. says "Mike is a former vet technician and is extremely reliable, calm, capable and dependable. We have used Mike for almost 20 years and will continue to for as...

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Makayla T.

Revere, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

administration of medicine

pet transportation

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also have a love for cats!

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Aimee A.

Salisbury, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet walking

pet sitting

boarding

pet transportation

Hi my name is Aimee and I am available to dog walk / sit when needed! I myself have a 2-year-old Dalmatian named Lou (he will be at home with dad). I have grown up my whole life around dogs and have experience in dog walking for friends/family as well. I have also sat for cats before!

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Marie O.

Pet Care

Seabrook, NH

5.0(1)

from: $3/hr

10 years experience

Pet sitting

boarding

pet transportation

administration of medicine

dog training

+ 1 more

I offer pet care and pet sitting in my home or yours. My services include pet daycare, pet overnight, and dog walking. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and rabbits. I have also fostered. My home provides a large yard enclosed with a 6 foot fence, and the option of using a private room for cats with a cat...

Nathan D. says "Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet, exercise and...

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Lorna S.

Professional Cat Snuggler

Salem, MA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Pet sitting

I'm a responsible, warm, and positive cat lover! While I love all animals, cats have been my deepest animal connection since childhood when I grew up always having them around. Now I'm here to care for yours and soak up some kitty purrs while I'm at it! It's important to me that your cats have someone loving and intentional to...

Care Member says "Lorna is an incredibly patient, diligent, and loving cat sitter! My boy has asthma and needs an inhaler twice a day, he is also difficult to handle as...

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Brianna B.

North Andover, MA

from: $35/hr

10 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

boarding

pet transportation

I've taken care of pets since I was little. I've always had pets. My family, friends, neighbors and clients have all relied on me to house sit, pet sit, walk, feed, bathe and even transport their fur babes. I am happy to go to your home as well to feed, walk and for boarding. I'm available for boarding in my home - under...

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Jacqueline P.

Malden, MA

from: $15/hr

5 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hello! I am Jacqueline, a recent graduate of Boston University Speech and Language Pathology Master's Program. I am home for the summer and am looking for any families that need some extra help over these next few months! I've pet sat in the Miami, Baltimore, and Boston area and have multiple families who I have been dog...

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Alessandra D.

North Andover, MA

from: $15/hr

Pet transportation

pet walking

pet sitting

Objective: To provide exceptional care for pets while their owners are away. Experience: - Dog walker and pet sitter for 2 years - Provided in-home care for cats and dogs while their owners were on vacation - Administered medication to pets as needed - Fed and watered pets according to their owners' instructions - Communicated...

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Melissa A.

Pet Sitter Available

Salem, MA

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hi! I am a huge animal lover and a reliable dog sitter. I understand how important it is for your pet to be taken care of while you are away and love to go for walks, play outside and genuinely just love your animals! I stay at your home and pride myself on taking care of your home and leaving it just as clean if not cleaner...

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Suzanne H.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Salem, MA

from: $15/hr

8 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

boarding

Having three fur babies myself, I understand it's important to feel comfortable with your pets being at home. Available from early afternoon for walks, treats or just a check ins in Northshore area. My yard is fenced in, and I'm happy to pet sit for you while you're out. I love all animals and will treat yours as it was my...

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Eveli K.

Malden, MA

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Pet sitting

boarding

Hi! My name is Eveli and I developed and maintained strong, trusting relationships with over 12 families across 20 years of service. Performed comprehensive home cleaning and maintenance, ensuring safe and welcoming living environments. Provided personalized support and caregiving for older adults, including assistance with...

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Anna J.

Pet Sitter

Middleton, MA

from: $21/hr

Pet transportation

pet walking

pet sitting

I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I own a Siberian husky and a Maine Coot cat so I have experience taking care of pets. I can take them on walks, feed them, wash them, etc. I am active so I love playing with pets. I am willing to travel if the employer is willing to pay a small gas fee.

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Allison G.

Pet Sitter

Amesbury, MA

from: $17/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

boarding

pet transportation

Hello my name is Allison, I live in Melrose Ma and love animals. I have my own golden retriever, and volunteer at a local cat shelter. My mother fosters animals so my normal is around 9 little kittens at home.

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60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of March 2026

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Essex, MA

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Mike O.

Mike is a former vet technician and is extremely reliable, calm, capable and dependable. We have used Mike for almost 20 years and will...

- Mike M.

Marie O.

Marie, takes care of my older dog Delilah. She is exceptional with her and all of her additional needs, including her special homemade diet,...

- Nathan D.

Lorna S.

Lorna is an incredibly patient, diligent, and loving cat sitter! My boy has asthma and needs an inhaler twice a day, he is also difficult to...

- Care member

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Essex

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Essex, MA?

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Essex, MA will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of March 2026. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Essex, MA?

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Essex, MA on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 2 in home pet sitters in Essex, MA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Essex, MA?

In home pet sitters in Essex, MA can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Essex, MA?

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Essex, MA, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Essex, MA?

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Essex, MA. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.

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Hire Pet Sitters in Essex, MA

Robin L.

Harriet S.

From A Family Of Pets, I Am A Pet-lover And Would Love To Help In Any Way

Natalie C.

Erin H.

Pet Care

Krista K.

Dog Sitting In My Home

Alaina N.

Hannah L.

Mike O.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Makayla T.

Aimee A.

Marie O.

Pet Care

Lorna S.

Professional Cat Snuggler

Brianna B.

Jacqueline P.

Alessandra D.

Melissa A.

Pet Sitter Available

Suzanne H.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Eveli K.

Anna J.

Pet Sitter

Allison G.

Pet Sitter

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Essex, MA

Mike O.

Marie O.

Lorna S.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Essex

In 2026, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Essex, MA?

How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Essex, MA?

What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Essex, MA?

How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Essex, MA?

Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Essex, MA?

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