Pet Sitting Boston
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About: I’ve taken care of multiple types of animals and pets through sitting, volunteering at the humane society, and working at a petting zoo. I am an animal lover myself who is excited to interact with your pet and give them the love and care they need! I grew up with lots of pets and am loving spending time with everyone’s pets. I just moved to Boston and I miss my two cats and two dogs that are on the other side of the country. Would love the opportunity to share my love with your pets :) I’m currently doing school at nights twice a week so I have plenty of time to care for your pet. Available any day as needed! Send me a message and we can find a time that works best. I am able to spend time with your pet while being respectful of your space, knowing that animals thrive in an environment they are used to.
“Jenin is exactly what you want in a sitter - amazing communication, lots of pictures, and a real sense they care about your pet. Highly recommend booking their services!!”
About: I've always had a dog growing up, lived with cats for many years, and have been house sitting for four years in many states across the US! I don't have any pets, children, plants, etc. to take care of that are my own - so very available for other peoples pets! Outside of pet sitting, I am a Clinical Psychology PhD Student at Suffolk University. I have class all day Monday, but am flexible Tuesday through Friday. *Disclaimer: I do not currently own a car! In the clients home, I always respect the space and am sure to leave the space cleaner than I found it, but open to client preferences with what to clean versus leave be 😊
About: Although I don’t currently have a pet of my own, I have experience caring for dogs and other pets belonging to family and friends. I’ve helped with feeding, walks, playtime, and giving pets plenty of love and attention. I’m responsible, patient, and always make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I’m currently a full-time college student, but I have days off throughout the week, so I’m able to dog sit. I’m flexible and happy to work with your schedule. I always make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for in their own home. I follow the owner’s instructions carefully, keep their space clean, and give them plenty of attention, playtime, and affection. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I’ll treat them with the same care and respect I would want for my own.
“Casey was so great! We requested her cat sitting services last minute and she easily accommodated us in. She sent us lots of photos and updates and our cat even came out while she was there, which is rare!! Casey was also always within the time frame she said she would come and made the whole process really easy and smooth. Will be booking her again. Thanks, Casey! :)”
“Miliana took care of our cat while we were out of town. She went above and beyond to connect with her, bringing a laser pointer one day to play with her. Miliana was very responsive and always shared photos and was able to stop by even during a large snow storm. Highly would recommend!!”
“Thanks so much to Alyssa for taking such good care of Gandalf! He was very happy and well cared for I was happy to see how much he enjoyed his time. Would definitely love to have her care for him again!”
“Charlotte is great! Our cat loves her and she always gives 110%. I really appreciate how communicative she is and I feel confident she’s giving our cat the best care.”
“Stephanie did a great job troubleshooting giving medicine to our cat, even when our cat was being difficult. She was also very communicative about how everything was going. We would book again!”
“Had my first drop in with Emily and she was so reassuring! She sent me pictures and updates during the drop in and was very in tune with my dog’s temperament. She genuinely cares about you and your dog!! If you are looking for someone to trust your dog with, Emily is the person!”
“Megan is amazing! She is communicative, flexible, and professional. She did an amazing job with my 11 week old puppy and she will continue to be my first call when I need a sitter!”
“Jenna did an AMAZING job taking care of my girl Ivy! She was so attentive to her needs, followed instructions clearly, communicated with me quickly and efficiently, and made sure Ivy was her sole focus of attention, playing with her using her favorite toys and giving her lots of love!! You can tell Jenna is passionate about what she does and the pets she cares for! I will definitely be reaching back out to her in the future and highly recommend her if you need someone to watch your fur babies!🙌💓🐾”
“Ally is awesome!! My dog absolutely loved her and she did everything I needed her to do, even on short notice! She also was great at keeping in contact and sending pics! If you need a sitter, Ally is your girl! Thanks for loving on my big girl! :)”
“Jess is super kind, attentive, and made us feel at ease knowing she was looking after our little Savannah. Savannah's comfort was apparent in the photos Jess sent during her drop ins. Will absolutely be reaching out again. Thank you Jess!”
“Piper did an amazing job taking care of my cat, who is super scared of strangers. Piper was detail-oriented and patient, which I really appreciated because my cat needed some additional support. Highly recommend!”
About: Hi! I grew up with dogs & cats throughout my childhood and then got a dog of my own during COVID. Due to a breakup, I no longer have my dog & have been chasing to get puppy snuggles wherever possible. I have dog sat for friends and family countless time. I also volunteer occasionally at the Animal Rescue League of NH & also am looking forward to find a MA organization, now that I live down in MA! I work full time with 2 days in the office. The other 3 weekdays, I work fully remote & am flexible! If you live close by, I can stop by to let your dog out, take them for a walk or just give them some love for a bit. And of course, I’d love to stay at your home if needed (and could even work remotely from there if you’re okay with that!) I’m happy to accommodate to whatever you need in your own home! Since I don’t own my current place & have a dog living here currently, I am only offering services outside of my house. This will include- dog walking & in house visits/stays for cats & dogs. However, that means you get to tell me where everything is & we don’t need to take your perfect dog/cat out of their safe space. 🤍
The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Boston is $25
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - Boston
We had a wonderful experience with Katherine! She took great care of Bobby and Ginny for a couple of weeks, followed our care guide carefully, and sent thoughtful daily text and picture updates. She was always communicative and responsive, even with our 7-hour time difference. We came home to two happy, healthy cats and an apartment that was much cleaner than we expected! We would absolutely recommend her and would love to have her watch Bobby and Ginny again.
Haowen was amazing with my rabbits! This was my first time using Rover and it was a great first experience! He sent us pictures every day of what he was doing and when I got back from vacation, their area was spotless and they had plenty of food and water! He followed all of my instructions to a tea. Also, while I was gone my rabbits ran out of food, but he went to the pet store to grab more for us! He also picked up my Amazon packages for me which was nice. Definitely going to rebook him again!
Annaliese was such a great sitter to work with! She was very attentive to all of our animals and extremely communicative with us. She took such great care of our animals when we were gone and was patient with our shy/nervous cat and took the time to adapt and learn how to make our cats experience with the sitter visits better over the 3 days that Annaliese sat for us. We really appreciated her calm nature and willingness to get to know our pets and their needs. We will absolutely be reaching out again for future pet sitting needs!
Alyssa was a joy to work with and took exceptional care of our two adolescent male cats when we needed to be out of town on short notice. It was our first time leaving them with a sitter for drop in visits and I was incredibly comforted by her frequent communication, daily updates about their health, and pictures. We felt completely at ease knowing Alyssa was taking good care of our boys. We plan to book her again when we need to be out of town
Ana was amazing! I would book her again and again. She took amazing care of my cat, kept me updated with pictures and videos everyday, and was very flexible. She gave me a lot of peace of mind and was very trustworthy and responsive. She was really great and I would recommend her to a friend any time.
We love working with David because of how well he treats our dog Chuy. We’ve had to ask David to do last minute drop-ins to feed chuy or take him out of to potty when something pops up at work and he’s been someone we can always depend on. He’s very caring, communicative and always sends us pictures which make our day!
Adam did a fantastic job of taking care of our somewhat temperamental seven-year old cat. He was very patient and gave him the attention and time he needed. He was prompt in arriving and immediately responsive and detailed to let us know how Keanu was doing. He was proactive and helped out by dealing with some issues that we had when we were gone, which was very helpful. I would highly recommend Adam for taking care of your furry loved ones.
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost for Pet Sitting in Boston on Rover is $27.75 per visit (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .
As of September 2026, there are 10,569 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Boston. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.
A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.
Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Boston stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.
Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.
If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.
The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.
Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.
If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.
Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.
Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Boston. On Rover:
- 90% of sitters can help with special care needs
- 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
- 95% can help with daily exercise
You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.
Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.
Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.
If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.
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