House Sitting in Cochituate

About: Hi! I’ve grown up around both dogs and cats and have always loved caring for animals. As a cat owner myself, I understand how important it is to have someone trustworthy, patient, and attentive caring for your pets while you’re away. I also spent time volunteering at an animal shelter when I was younger, which helped me become even more comfortable around animals with different personalities and temperaments. I enjoy spending time with animals and always try to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their family is away. I offer flexible weekday and weekend availability for dog walks and drop-in visits and currently service the MetroWest area, including Framingham, Wayland, Natick, and nearby towns. Pet parents looking for weekly walks are always welcome as consistent schedules really help pets feel comfortable and at ease. For housesitting, availability may be more limited depending on the pet’s schedule and care needs. I’m best suited for pets that can be left alone for a few hours at a time. If a date appears unavailable on my calendar, feel free to reach out anyway, as I may still be able to accommodate depending on the time and location. I treat every pet with care, compassion, and patience. I have my own cat and grew up in a family of dog lovers, so animals have always been an important part of my life. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their routines closely, prioritize safety on walks, and make sure pets feel comfortable and well cared for. I treat every pet as if they were my own.

“Isabella is amazing! She got back to us so fast and was willing to watch Cali last minute for us for 6 days. This was our first time leaving Cali with someone other than family and you could tell by all the photos Cali had the best week! She was so loved and cared for! Isabella sends photos/updates daily that gave us confidence Cali was in the best hands. We already have plans to have Isabella watch Cali again soon! Highly highly recommend Isabella, would give 10 stars if we could!”

Emily D.

“Tricia was fantastic! She stayed at our home for over a week, caring (really caring!) for our two pets Hopper (dog) and Cicero (cat). She was generous in her communication (lots of pictures), concern, and professionalism. I can't thank her enough for making me feel calm and relaxed while on vacation. We would definitely ask for Tricia again!”

Rosemary D.

“Julie-Ann was so great with our dogs, so communicative with us, and so thoughtful that it's hard to express our gratitude. Both dogs are rescues and they obviously fell in love with Julie-Ann. We came home to two relaxed and happy pups. The house was well cared for and we are very very happy customers.”

Emily A.

“Eric has been sitting my 3 y/o rescue Beagle, Walter, for a few months now, to help with his separation anxiety. Eric is great -- not only is he understanding and knowledgeable of Walter's special needs, such as his fear of men and new situations, among other things, he's made some very helpful suggestions that have helped with Walter's anxiety. He is trustworthy, kind and reliable, and I would highly recommend him to anyone; you can rest easy knowing your pets are under Eric's care.”

Caitlin G.

About: I have grown up with pets my entire life. I have cared for many other people’s pets. I have taken care of small dogs and larger dogs, cats and other furry animals also. I have my own rescues and love every animal I meet! I would love to help you take care of your fur baby! I am a runner so would be more than happy to help your pup get the excersise and join me for a run, walk, trip to the park, whatever your pup loves to do! I am available to help out evenings and weekends! If you work either of those it can be hard to find petcare and would love to help out and hang with your pet! I am flexible with times and travel!

“Nicole helped me out in a big way while I was away at a wedding! I got adorable pictures of my pup and was very happy to hear she took the time to let her warm up. Will definitely rebook with Nicole again, highly recommend!”

Lyna M.

“Samantha was a fantastic dog sitter for Tucker. She was attentive, great at communicating and sent lots of photos. We would definitely ask her watch Tucker again !”

Shawn K.

“We’re so lucky to have found Charlene. All 3 of our pets love when she takes care of them. Charlene is super communicative and keeps us updated on how each of them is doing.”

Steve C.

“Sara was amazing! Our 11 month old Violet loved her immediately. We asked her short notice, to stay a few extra hours and she was super accommodating and responsive. Can't say enough positive things about our experience. Will definitely use again!”

Jen B.

About: Reliable Kennel Assistant with hands-on experience in dog care, including feeding, bathing, and maintaining a safe environment for multiple dogs. Skilled in customer service, retail support, and conflict prevention among animals. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a commitment to animal welfare in fast-paced settings. Currently becoming a dog groomer so I have some flexable availability during the week typically going to work at lest 5 hours monday-fridays and occasionally Saturday I have been working with dogs for 11 years Im very well trained in dog body language and we would have to do a meet and greet before we set dates in, just to make sure your pups are comfortable with me in their own home and to get a run down of their everyday routine.

“Caroline H. was great! I really appreciated that she reached out a few days in advance so I felt confident there would be no hiccups on the start date. I also appreciated that she stripped the bed and started the washing machine with her sheets and towels before we came home. She was understanding when, after the wedding, I was delayed and my brother and his wife arrived back at the house before me. But most importantly, I could tell she treated our dog well while were were away!”

Jim K.

“Wendy was a fantastic dog sitter for Tucker. She sent pictures throughout and left our house in perfect condition. Thank you for the great care!”

Shawn K.

“Becki is terrific. I'd book her again in a heartbeat. I hesitate to say that because I want her all to myself, but we need to share the best! Great with my dog, communicative, intelligent.”

Tracey H.

“Devon is fantastic! Great with communication and great with our anxious dog. She took time to get to know him and work with him to build an immediate bond. Can’t wait to use her in the future!”

Andrew D.

About: I grew up surrounded by 3 dogs all throughout my childhood. I have experience with cats and dogs of all ages as well as rabbits. I have experience in elderly dog care as I had taken care of my elderly dog, helping him stand and ensuring medications were given on time. I have two adoring kittens who I’ve raised from 4weeks old, i’ve had cats all while growing up. I can do deep litter box cleanings if asked. I strive to not only meet your needs and make you happy but also ensure your pet is happy and feels loved under my care. I work early mornings and get out at 2pm at the latest, meaning I have the majority of the day to be able to walk, play, and spend time with your pet(s). We can soak up the sunshine and they’ll always get dinner on time. I love to play with your pets, ensuring they get their energy out and have a good time. I love to go on walks with your dog or play with them in a yard.

“This was our first time with a pet sitter and we know our boy (labs - 85lbs and 70lbs) are a handful, but Nicholas did a great job! Both pups were tired and happy when we came back. Nicholas was very patient with them, sent us a bunch of pictures of the boys having a good time, was punctual and we would absolutely have Nicholas watch them again!”

Alison B.

“Grateful for Juliana! Had a sitter accidentally double book with us and scrambled and was grateful to find her. The dogs loved her and she gave updates upon request. Would absolutely book with her again.”

Lindsey C.

“Nicole did a perfect job of taking care of our baby (and home) while we traveled overseas. Knowing such a competent caring person is looking after your precious loved ones greatly improves the enjoyment of ones travel.”

John R.

“Alyssa was very prompt with her responses and worked with us on scheduling a last minute house sitting for our two dogs. We were very appreciate of her help!”

Veronica G.