Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Allston-Brighton, Boston, MA
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Prices are estimates per visit for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Courtney is the best; she was so sweet with my 2 young cats! They can be nervous with strangers but they really warmed up to her, which is a testament to how gentle and patient she was. She followed instructions well, and kept us updated with meaningful report cards and lots of pictures. Would definitely book with her again! :)”

“This is my second time working with Dodi and she was responsive, provided quality time with my cat and cute pictures! My shy cat warmed right up to her. She is welcome back any time!”

“I had a great experience with Morgan who watched my cat, Bowie, while I was away. She was very communicative throughout the entire stay and sent lots of updates and photos which gave me real peace of mind. I appreciated her detailed descriptions of each drop-in visit. You can tell Morgan has lots of experience taking care of cats and knows how to play with them. Bowie loved her as evidenced by the pictures of him making biscuits of her lap. I would absolutely recommend her and will definitely book again!”

“Adelle took great care of our cat! She was kind, communicative, thoughtful, and sent thorough updates and lots of photos after each visit. Our cat was happy and healthy when we returned. Thanks Adelle!”
“Caroline was great with my kitty. She was a prompt and reliable communicator before and during the booking, sending me photos and detailed updates. My cat seemed to like her too!”

“Stina was amazing! Our cat who doesn’t like any visitors warmed up to her immediately and came out each time she visited. She sent the best message updates (hilarious & full of detail) and photos. I felt like my cats were in great hands the whole time.”

About: I have worked with animals young and old, stubborn and easy going, aggressive and anxious. I understand animal temperament, and I know how to get them to pose for a cite picture. I have a very flexible schedule. I can make time for pet care as long as I have a week's notice. Weekdays work better for me I will be in constant communication with you about your pet, and I will ask the right questions beforehand to make sure I'm prepared. I have ample references to pull from to make sure you feel safe.
“Hannah did an excellent job caring for Sunday! She followed all of my instructions diligently and was very easy to communicate with! I definitely felt at ease knowing my kitty was in such good hands while I was away. I would highly recommend Hannah!”

“Sarah was excellent! She was very prompt and thorough in all of her communication leading up to and during the drop-in visit. She took great care of our dog. I highly recommend Sarah!”

“Alana is an amazing pet sitter. We did a meet and greet before booking, she asked a ton of great questions and took notes. I felt super comfortable having her check on my Kitten (Sunny) and I would absolutely recommend her as a pet sitter. Thanks so much Alana!”

About: My whole life & fondest memories were with my two dearest dogs that grew up alongside me. I am dedicating the care and love I give to your dog in memory of my two beloved dogs. It would be an honor to meet your beloveds! I currently work full time in Boston, so I will be available either early AMs or after 5PM. My weekend availability varies but I am definitely flexible! I start by reviewing any guidelines or needs your pet requires if they are provided by you. If not, I start by assessing your pet and making a decision on how to approach them. I make sure to provide them with the right amount of love and attention to make them feel safe and comfortable at all times.

About: HI there! I'm Laura (LC), an animal lover with 10 years of professional pet care experience as a dog walker, pet sitter, kennel assistant, and trainer. My lease doesn't allow dogs (sniff), but I'm happy to come hang out with pups who may not adjust well to unfamiliar locations! I love all breeds and have extensive experience working with common behavioral issues like dog-, human- and toy-aggression, anxiety, pulling on the leash, whining, and digging, to name a few. I've worked with very young puppies, sick and seizure-prone dogs, and very senior dogs, and will always be gentle and safe with yours. I am trained in animal CPR and a pro at administering oral meds to reluctant dogs (and cats!) Always happy to meet ahead of time so you know what to expect!
About: For the past three years, I worked full-time at a large scale doggy daycare on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Throughout that time, I was caring for 80+ dogs a day, including additional pet sitting and walking outside of my working hours. There I was the boarding manager and a daycare lead. I have extensive knowledge about dog behavior, training and nutrition. I’m comfortable handling dogs of all size and age! I recently moved to the Brighton area. I’m a current graduate student at Boston University. Right now my schedule is extremely flexible and I have availability any day of the week for walks or drop in visits. I currently have a pet rabbit and a cat. I have extensive experience in animal care, specifically, dogs, cats, and rabbits. However, I have also taken care of birds, horses, and chickens.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 8 years old when we got our puppies, Truffles and Coco! Since then, I’ve been walking and overnighting with dogs for family, friends, and acquaintances. I can’t have my own dog right now so I feel so much joy when I get to spend time with other people’s pets. I am comfortable with all kinds of dogs of all ages and abilities, and if you have a dog that I can take on a long walk or hike, that’s a bonus! I currently do not have a 9-5 job so I am very flexible and able to walk / watch dogs at all times of the day as long as I plan ahead! In the summer I manage a farmers market and do outdoor seasonal work to that I have even been able to bring dogs to in the past :) I believe in building trust, openness, communication, and consent. If I am staying in your home taking care of your fur family, I like to be very up front about expectations, needs, and anything you or your family is uncomfortable with. I’ve lived in the Boston area for 5 years and know the different areas in and around quite well, but I’m always happy to hear and learn more about the specifics of your neighborhood and suggestions or advice for how to best care for your pet.
“Sydney was wonderful to work with. The cats took to her easily, she communicated well and accomplished everything we needed from her. Because of her care we were able to fully enjoy our trip. Thanks again!”

“Hannah did a wonderful job with our pups! She came to watch them on really short notice but was prompt, communicative, and took our two big pups on a walk and sent us lots of photos :)”

“Yeojin is always a lifesaver. She has helped me now twice on last minute booking to take care of our puppy. Shes great about asking for care instructions and making sure everything gets done! Nacho really appreciates the deop in visits.”

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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Allston-Brighton on Rover as of Nov 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
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Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Allston-Brighton.
Rover makes it easy to find Allston-Brighton pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
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- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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