Dog Sitting Hudson

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was a kid! I have two of my own- a golden retriever and an American bully. I am a special education teacher and I have an emotional support dog in my classroom. I enjoy meeting new dogs and would love to become a part of your BFF’s world I am a teacher, so I have lots of free time in the afternoon and evenings for walks and drop in visits. I also have availability over the summer! I am very respectful of your living space and expectations. I will follow your directions and ensure a safe visit for your family and furry friend

About: I’ve had dogs my entire life, and for the past 15+ years I’ve focused on caring for rescue dogs of all backgrounds, personalities, and needs. I’m currently a foster with Last Hope K9 Rescue, where I regularly work with dogs as they transition into new homes—this has given me hands-on experience with everything from shy, nervous pups to high-energy and still-learning dogs. In addition to fostering, I work with Hudson Pack Adventures, providing structured trail walks and in-home pet sitting. This means I’m not just a dog lover—I’m experienced in safely handling multiple dogs, reading behavior, and creating a calm, structured environment. I also have training experience and am continuing to build my skills as I work toward professional certifications. I’m especially mindful of safety, positive reinforcement, and making sure each dog feels secure and understood. At home, I’m a dedicated dog mom—my dogs are truly my world. I treat every dog in my care as if they were my own, with patience, attention, and lots of love. My goal is always to give you peace of mind and give your dog a safe, happy place while you’re away. Pet care is already a big part of my everyday life, so it fits really naturally into my routine. I have a flexible schedule during the week and can work with you to figure out what timing works best for you and your dog. I’m usually available for in-home sitting in the evenings (around 5 p.m., sometimes earlier depending on the day), and I’m happy to stay overnight so your dog can stick to their normal routine. I also check in throughout the day and make sure your dog is getting plenty of attention, care, and consistency. Since I spend so much of my time around dogs already, I’m able to be really present and make sure they feel comfortable, safe, and at home while you’re away. Right now, I focus on caring for pets in their own homes, where they’re most comfortable and able to stick to their usual routines. I may offer care in my home in the future for the right fit, but my priority is always making sure each dog feels safe, secure, and stress-free. I’m very comfortable being in clients’ homes and treat them with the same care and respect I would my own. I also prioritize regular communication, so you’ll always get updates and know how your dog is doing while you’re away. Through my experience with rescue dogs and fostering, I’ve worked with a wide range of personalities—including nervous, shy, high-energy dogs, and multi-dog households. I understand that every dog is different, and I approach each one with patience, structure, and compassion. I’m comfortable with crates and crate training, and I’m happy to reinforce any routines or training you’re working on to keep things consistent. Safety is always my top priority—I keep dogs leashed on walks, pay close attention to behavior and surroundings, and make thoughtful decisions to ensure every dog stays safe, comfortable, and well cared for.

“Rachel is a terrific dog sitter! She became instant best friends with our dog. When I got home after a long day, Oakley looked at me with eyes saying "I had the best day ever!". Rachel is very nice, has great communication, and obviously a lot of experience.”

Jerry G.

About: I have taken care of many dogs and cats in my life. I also volunteered at an animal shelter, feeding and playing with cats, feeding and playing with dogs, and feeding and playing with rabbits! I am a full-time teacher, so I have availability in the summer, weekends, and on school breaks. I can do drop in visits and/or walks! When I am going in to other’s homes, I am respectful of their space. I will make sure it is as clean as it was when I arrived.

About: I have had cats and have taken care of them since I was eight years old, and have spent time with dogs, but don't have any of my own. But I am looking forward to meeting yours. I work part time, usually at night and usually on weekends, I am pretty flexible on weekdays and can take care of your pet in the mornings or afternoons. I feed and clean up after my cat at home. If I am walking a dog then I am comfortable running or going at any pace.

“Eric was fantastic to work with. He was professional, personable, and prompt in providing pictures and videos after he visited Opal. He made us feel comfortable, and built a relationship with our pet. I would recommend Eric to anyone looking for a trustworthy and considerate sitter on Rover.”

Dan B.

“Marc is so reliable and great with my senior dog. I highly recommend him and plan to continue booking him 🎉🐶”

Chiemi H.

About: I used to have a German Shepard when I was younger and now have a Wheaton terrier! I also have two cats and have helped pet sit my cousins and family friends pets while they were away for years! I love my pets and I can't wait to love and care for your pets in my home or yours! I am away at college right now but when I ma home for breaks, I take care of my family dog and two cats, help my sisters by watching their dog or cat and help family friends by stopping by their house to check on and play with pets! It is something that I love to do and have always made time for. My family has also had people watch pets within in our which is always more convenient for both you and your pets! I have a large yard, and a fenced in pool area with plants and grass and shade. We have a "mud room" with a gate that can easily stay open or closed. This can be accessed though the house and is connected to a room where my family and I spend a lot of time. It also has a door leading outside, and a door leading the the garage. From the garage we have a another small fenced in area with a dog door!

“Nancy was very communicative and took great care of my kitty while I was on vacation. I will definitely be asking her to come back in the future!”

Nicole T.

“Miriam took great care of our kitties! They had fun playing Da Bird with her, and they appreciated the cuddles and treats. We will most certainly have her take care of them the next time we travel.”

Joann P.

“Allyson was so kind and quick to respond! We needed her at a moment’s notice and she was free! She was sweet to our three boys. Would hire her again without hesitation!”

Karyn H.

“Annie is a great pet sitter. Our pets were happy and relaxed when we returned from our weekend away. She was punctual, neat and sent us photos. It was cute. Thanks Annie 🙂”

Nancy C.

“EC was amazing! Super friendly and my dog clearly had the best time. I got updates and photos, and it really felt like my pup was in great hands. Totally stress-free experience — I would 100% book again.”

saara Y.

“Anastasia is always amazing! She takes such fantastic care of our dog and is always there to help when we need her, I highly recommended her!”

Maeve O.

About: Welcome to Happy Pals located in convenient Marlboro, MA. We have been caring for dogs for over 27 years. Brady is the resident pet. He is an adorable 15 year old Cocker Spaniel – yes – named after Tom. We have had Brady since he was a puppy. Brady is a sweet and friendly dog so as long as guest(s) can hang out with him. Our home has a large, beautiful, private backyard that is perfect for your pups to play in. Each day stay for your pal includes two walks around our neighborhood as well as unlimited indoor/outdoor playtime. The inside area of our home has a large, open concept with plenty of room to walk around and play. During the dog days of summer, our home is cool as we have central air conditioning. If your fur-baby boards over the weekend, we will also include a trip to the local park! We are able to supervise your pups 24x7. We are able to provide transportation to a vet for any emergency situations. We have a great relationship with Brady’s veterinary clinic. Our home also is not far from emergency services at Tufts University in Grafton. Elaine has been certified in CPR and pet first aid in the past and plans to retake this course and become recertified. We will provide you with as many updates/pictures of your friend’s stay as you would like to receive. We can't wait to meet you and your fur-babies! Benefits of staying with Happy Pals: •We always strive to pamper your friend. Safety is top priority. •Elaine and her husband Ken work closely together as a team during all visits. An advantage of staying with Happy Pals is that there are two adults always caring for your pet. If one has something unexpected come up, the other is always right there. If an unexpected emergency came up with both of us, we have a backup plan if the guest doesn't have an emergency contact. We have two different family members (both dog lovers and owners) who are nearby and have volunteered to help out if there were any unexpected emergencies with the caregivers. Both are home full time enjoying retirement and taking care of family. •If you would like your fur-baby to go on field trips, we can discuss the possibility of going to local dog friendly parks such as Callahan State Park, Great Brook, or Gates Pond. Safety is always top priority so we can see if this would work well during a particular visit. •Traditional boarding facilities charge extra fees for play time. Non-stop play times as well as walks are always included. •Bottled water and Milk Bone treats are always available. •We are very mindful of food allergies and food sensitivities. If your pet requires a special diet, we are happy to cook any special meals. •If help is needed transporting the guest to our home for a stay, we can help with pick ups and drop-offs. •Location is convenient to major routes (Rts. 495, 20, 30). •We have a lot of room. If you feel as though your pal may need some private or alone time, we have a lot of room for he/she to stay completely separate if there may be another guest at the same time. •Guests can sleep where they are most comfortable (living room, bedroom, etc.). •We try to keep the number of guests at a time low to give each guest the most attention possible. We carefully consider the mix of guests if there will be some overlap. We always feel bad if we cannot accommodate a guest on a particular date due to numbers but we feel that it is important to keep numbers low for all guests to be happy and safe. If you know particular dates ahead of time, please let us know even if a formal reservation request isn't sent right away so that we can keep the dates in mind while scheduling. Summertime (Memorial Day through Labor Day) and major holidays are the busiest. •If your pet has a scheduled grooming or vet appointment during their stay in a nearby town, we can make sure that they get there. •Updates and pictures are sent to you of your friend throughout the visit. Also, please feel free to call or e-mail anytime to check on them. •Flexibility in drop-off and pickup times. You are able to drop-off and pickup your pet at times when traditional boarding places are closed. Please note: if our calendar says "booked" for particular dates that you are interested in, please still contact us with a general inquiry e-mail. It is possible that a day that says "booked" could also be a day that another guest is leaving. We have enough room to accept several dogs; however, it is always our goal to have no more than 1-2 guests at a time to ensure that every guest receives a lot of individual attention. More dogs are listed in the profile to have flexibility with the calendar since some guests leave and come on the same day. Confirmation at booking: Up-to-Date vaccinations; Flea/tick preventive treatment; Negative fecal exam. Please note: now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted, there has been a larger volume of requests than usual for summer stays. I apologize ahead of time if there is a small delay in returning your message. We are usually able to return a message within an hour or two but over the summer it will definitely be within 24 hours at the most. If you need to reach out regarding a date coming up quickly, please feel free to call me directly using the Rover # showing in the profile. The calendar may look open regarding dates near 4th of July right now because we are in the process of finalizing holiday reservations but the days right around the holiday are now busy with furry guests. If we aren't able to help out on specific dates this summer due to higher volume of requests, we would love to meet you in the future and help out with a future date. Thanks. Elaine, Ken, and Brady (woof) I am home the majority of the time. We are able to follow your pet's schedule exactly the way it is at home. We like to review the schedule at a Meet and Greet - feedings, exercise, sleeping. We have safety gates near main doorways. We do not crate guests unless asked to by the guest. We take leashed walks. We are home the majority of the time.

“Lucy was amazing!!! She sent us the cutest and funnies pics and left us the most amazing summary of her visit with our girl! Her communication is amazing and I had peace of mind knowing she was watching Juno! Lucy goes above and beyond and I can’t recommend her more to watch your fur babies!”

Hailee O.

About: I been a pet owner my whole life. Animals are attracted to my spirituality, love, and reliability. They are in good hands. No stress 😌 My schedule has flexibility and open to make accommodations if some of the days do not fit your schedule. I am able to make arrangements. I have 2 cat furr babies who are well taken care of. One is deaf and it has made me even more patient with animals.

About: I am a local dog walker and pet sitter. It’s my passion to care for animals and I have over 11 years of experience. Caring for your loved ones comes naturally for me! I provide routine day time pet care throughout the week! If you would like to be added to my route- please reach out! I have two openings. I also provide pet sitting care outside of that. I am reliable, pay attention to detail, and have a lot of experience. Animal care comes naturally to me, especially in your home. It’s very important to me that your fur family member/s has top notch care while you are away from them.

“Very prompt, communicative, caring for our pet and responsible. Difficult to find someone so reliable.”

Ashrith M.

“Working with Jacqueline was an A+ experience from start to finish. We had booked a fairly challenging care schedule with two Golden Retrievers at home while we were away, but Jacqueline exceeded every expectation and more! She was diligent in sending updates, shared wonderful photos of activities and moments, and was an overall wonderful caregiver to our dogs. We could tell how happy they were to see her each day! Jacqueline was a true partner to us and left an amazing impression of the level of service she brings to the job; we would happily work with her again in the future.”

Bill J.