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Cathryn R.

Melrose, MA

from: $15/hr

2 years experience

Pet sitting

I offer in-home pet sitting so your dog can stay in their familiar environment while enjoying plenty of attention, playtime, and snuggles. I've cared for dogs of all ages and sizes, from energetic puppies to sweet senior dogs, and I'm happy to follow any routines, training cues, or care instructions you provide. Whether it's...

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Lauren H.

Summer Nanny And Pet Caretaker

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Pet walking

pet transportation

pet sitting

grooming

administration of medicine

I provide pet sitting in your own home and I am accommodating to your pet's individual needs. I have 15+ years of experience with great references. I love all pets and I'm comfortable with all sizes and breeds. I will care for your pet as if it were my own.

Robin D. says "Lauren is the kind of person whose smile lights up a room. Babies, kids, and all animals feel comfortable with her. She is kind and gentle and fun! I...

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Sophia R.

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Medford, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hi! My name is Sophia! I'm a current college student returning to Baltimore for my junior year:) I am pursuing a double major in clinical psychology and photography. While I'm at school, I love staying busy! Care. com has connected me with so many amazing families in the area! While I have mainly stuck to babysitting through...

Jena P. says "Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't overheat and had...

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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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Merri-anne S.

Pet Care

Boston, MA

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet walking

pet sitting

administration of medicine

I have been a dog walker for 5 yrs now of 2 labradoodles. I have also cared for cats and administered medications to them. I am also willing to learn to care for other animals too, They keep me active and I also house sit for them too. I can do overnights and if needed with advanced notice I maybe able to bring them to my home....

Leslie B. says "We had two large dogs that needed to be walked together and she had no problems handling them both. They loved their time with Merri-anne."

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Shelly S.

Medford, MA

5.0(0)

from: $22/hr

5 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

I'm Shelly, a 23-year-old recent college grad who adores animals! The health, safety, and happiness of all pets in my care is always my number one priority. I am willing to pet sit in your home and walk dogs.

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Makayla T.

Revere, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

pet transportation

administration of medicine

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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Julia B.

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Medford, MA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

Pet walking

pet sitting

I'm an experienced pet sitting, that provides dog/cat sitting in your own home. I've been around of every type of dog, I owned since small dogs to very big ones. I'm really attached to animals, specially dogs, I simply love their soul. I love to watch how they play, I always used to do fun games with my dogs, with toys, as...

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Cathy F.

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Pet walking

I have had dogs and cats my whole life. I love animals and have been a distributor for holistic pet food for 15+years. I have been a dog walker off and on for the past 12+years. I have been a pet sitter for my neighbor for the last 16 years. I take care of their cats when they go on vacation every June for a week. They have at...

Maria S. says "Cathy has been responsible for my pets when I have been away on vacation for a week or just a few days for over the past 16 years. Over these years, I have...

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Katie S.

Company For Your Companion

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 10 families in your area

Pet sitting

I am comfortable with almost all animals and have been around all sorts of creatures since I was very young. I volunteered and worked for five years at a humane society which sheltered cats and dogs in need of a forever home. At the humane society, I was responsible for the socialization, feeding, cleaning, exercize and...

Stacy W. says "Katie was super professional and made us feel significantly less guilty about leaving our precious kitties :). Would absolutely hire her again!"

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Richelle H.

Somerville, MA

from: $20/hr

Pet transportation

pet walking

pet sitting

Hi, my name is Richelle! I'm a passionate animal lover who has been surrounded by and taken care of animals/pets my whole life so helping other pets feel happy and cared for when you can't be there is truly an honor! I offer dependable pet sitting and care, including feeding, walks, playtime, and lots of affection. I take the...

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Marissa L.

Experienced Pet Sitter Who Adores Animals- References Happily Available

Newton, MA

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Pet sitting

administration of medicine

Hello! I am a pet sitter and I adore animals. It is my pleasure to give them excellent, loving, top notch care. I understand it can be emotionally stressful for both pets and owners while separated and I make sure your animals are loved and feel safe while in my care. While taking care of dogs, I prefer to stay overnight at...

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Kim H.

Somerville, MA

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

pet transportation

boarding

I provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I am also able to provide boarding if needed! I have 10+ years of experience with pet care. I currently have one cat named Lizzie, who I recently adopted after fostering her. She is a very sleepy senior cat who gets along well with other animals!

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Linda C.

Seeking Puppy/dog To Walk With, Play With And Spend Time Together.

Wakefield, MA

from: $15/hr

2 years experience

Pet transportation

pet walking

pet sitting

Hello, I am in the second stage of my - post Finance, Accounting and Certified Public Accountant career and I currently work on part-time as needed pet sitter/companion with a family in Melrose who have an Aussie Doodle named Ozzie. For this wonderful guy I pick him up from daycare on occasion and bring him home. I take him for...

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Cathy N.

Boston, MA

from: $25/hr

3 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

Hi! I'm Cathy, a Boston-based professional who loves dogs and offers reliable, attentive pet care. Whether you need overnight sitting, drop-in visits, or daytime care while you travel, I'm here to make sure your pup feels right at home. I'm comfortable with multi-dog households, flexible scheduling, and open communication with...

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Sophie R.

Boston, MA

from: $10/hr

4 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

I am a Georgetown Nursing student who can provide dog sitting and dog walking services. I have two lovable rescue mutts at home and am comfortable with dogs of all sizes. I have dog walked and pet sat for family friends and neighbors

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Sarah C.

Medford, MA

from: $18/hr

2 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

pet transportation

administration of medicine

I provide dog, cats, bunnies etc sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced taking care of them with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love pets of all ages and sizes.

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Karleen J.

Salem, MA

from: $25/hr

7 years experience

Boarding

Hello! My name is Karleen but I go by Kalina. Several years ago once I became a college student and moved up Northshore, I became a pet sitter and I've loved it ever since! My hobbies consist of reading, journaling and drinking coffee or matcha! Most of my experiences have been live-in with both cats and dogs! Since I am...

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Brittani M.

Part-Time Dog Sitter

Boston, MA

from: $19/hr

2 years experience

Pet walking

pet sitting

administration of medicine

Want to get away for a while, and make sure your pet is safe? I'm the girl for you! I provide in-home dog sitting. Whether it is overnight or day sitting, I can provide the necessary care, such as feeding and bathing, ones dog. I care for my own dog at home who is a 250 pound English Mastiff, so I am very comfortable around big...

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Sarah C.

Dog Walker/Sitting & Cat Care

Somerville, MA

from: $15/hr

My name is Sarah and I am a young professional in the Somerville area. I am able to watch dogs/cat in your home during the day as well as provide walks throughout the day. I currently have a cat of my own and have grown up with dogs and small animals.

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The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of March 2026

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

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Lauren H.

Lauren is the kind of person whose smile lights up a room. Babies, kids, and all animals feel comfortable with her. She is kind and gentle...

- Robin D.

Sophia R.

Sophia was amazing with Paisley! She was very communicative and sent me a bunch of cute pictures. She took care to make sure Paisley didn't...

- Jena P.

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 Melrose

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

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Melrose, MA will cost an average of $15.00 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 Melrose, MA?

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Melrose, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?

In home pet sitters in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA?

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Melrose, 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 Melrose, MA

Cathryn R.

Lauren H.

Summer Nanny And Pet Caretaker

Sophia R.

Help With Your Fur Babies!

Lorna S.

Professional Cat Snuggler

Merri-anne S.

Pet Care

Shelly S.

Makayla T.

Julia B.

Part-time Pet Caregiver Available

Cathy F.

Part Time Dog Walker/pet Sitter

Katie S.

Company For Your Companion

Richelle H.

Marissa L.

Experienced Pet Sitter Who Adores Animals- References Happily Available

Kim H.

Linda C.

Seeking Puppy/dog To Walk With, Play With And Spend Time Together.

Cathy N.

Sophie R.

Sarah C.

Karleen J.

Brittani M.

Part-Time Dog Sitter

Sarah C.

Dog Walker/Sitting & Cat Care

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

Lauren H.

Sophia R.

Lorna S.

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

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