Pet Sitting in New Bedford

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley M.
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Haley M.
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$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Haley was so great with my dog Prince. He barks at everyone, and he warmed up to her right away! She is so nice and very accommodating! I highly recommend her for your dog sitting needs!

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Sarah W.
Sitter Profile Image: Amanda C.
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Amanda C.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
6 repeat clients
30 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

An absolutely wonderful pet sitter who gave detailed notes for the daily check-ins, as well as several photos each day. Communication was great and Amanda took excellent care of my two boys ❤️

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Lauren B.
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Abigail B.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
11 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Fairhaven, MA, 02719

Abigail was wonderful at taking care of our two cats while we were away! It was our first time using a cat-sitter and we were a bit anxious about it at first, but as soon as we met Abigail we were put at ease. She is extremely professional and communicative, and she definitely has a calming presence among shy animals. Our cats don't usually like interacting with strangers, but I could tell from the photos and videos of her visits that they were showed much more curiosity for than fear of Abigail. She followed all of our instructions perfectly and was always willing to go above and beyond, including a last-minute extra visit when I wanted to make sure there was still enough litter in their box. We will feel much more comfortable traveling in the future knowing that our cats will be well taken care of by Abigail!

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Sitter Profile Image: Ixia A.
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Ixia A.
$19
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
10 repeat clients
2 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Ixia was absolutely wonderful with our Pointer/Pit mix, Crimson. This was our first time using Rover, and our first time leaving our dog for an extended period of time. (We had to take a trip out of state on short notice.) From the get-go, Ixia was very professional and attentive during our phone consultation - taking notes, checking details, learning the little intricacies of Crimson's routines. Crimson also has a torn ACL, so special care has to be taken during daily activities to ensure the injury doesn't worsen. Ixia was very reliable, responsive, and communicative with us the entire time. She was on time for every visit, sent us pictures of our pup, played with her, spent lots of time in the yard, and even went above and beyond to accommodate some extra drop-ins we hadn't originally planned. We were very impressed and thankful for the loving care that she provided our animals and by her professionalism and communication. 11/10 recommend, and will definitely be reaching out to her again in the future. Thank you, Ixia!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa P.
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Alyssa P.
$28
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
7 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

About: I've been looking after dogs and cats since I was 12! They've ranged from my grandma's shitzu to dog sitting mastiffs! I've even watched reptiles like ball pythons and geckos. I've walked, bathed, fed, watered, and loved them the whole time. I, myself, have 2 bunnies, fish, and a ball python. All together the most dogs I've ever watched at the same time was 28! It was 5 adults dogs, one puppy the equivalent to a toddler, and 22 puppies! I am willing to go to the cape and islands for house sitting! At the moment I'm hoping that pet care will become a full-time job. At the moment I am able to do any day and any time. I, sadly, do not have a cute puppy or kitty to play with your fur baby, however it just means they get more love from me! I can lift a 75 pound dog if needed and have the resources to contain one if necessary.

Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
$12
total per visit
4.8 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Jessica was fantastic. I have two quirky cats who like to hide in places that are nearly impossible to reach (and frequently get stuck), and she brought a friend to lure them out to make sure they were okay. Highly recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Barbara B.
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Barbara B.
Star Sitter
$25
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
112 reviews
20 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Dartmouth, MA, 02747

Barbara has been great with my two cats every time I’ve booked her. Always makes it easier to leave them when I know someone who truly cares about them will be watching them!

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Sitter Profile Image: Hannah L.
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Hannah L.
$17
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02746

Hannah is super reliable and she pays close attention to our pups needs. We and the pups are lucky to have her making our day, Thank you Hannah!

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Kristie & Dominick S.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Kristie and Dominick are great! I mainly communicated with Kristie and she was very professional and conscientious! She has a love for animals for sure and will take care of your furry friend very well. My poor pup Kobe got sick ans she helped out asked questions and was very helpful and kind to both Kobe and myself. I highly recommend Kristie and Dominick.

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Sitter Profile Image: Angela & Adam C.
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Angela & Adam C.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
11 repeat clients
36 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02746

Angela & Adam had great professional holiday energy for my senior kitties. They sent thorough reports and great/festive pictures that made us laugh which helped my son cause he always misses our fur babies when we are out of town. It is so refreshing to meet folks who genuinely love animals and provide top notch care!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelly S.
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Kelly S.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

About: I have taken care of my family dog in many different capacities since I was 6 years old, and I enjoy walking, playing with, or just being active around all different kinds of dogs! I currently work at a middle school, so my summers, weekends, and afternoons are generally free! I also live in a pet-friendly home and a great spot for walks near the downtown New Bedford area. I make sure pets I’m taking care of can get a proper amount of attention and activity, so it feels like less of a scary change and more of a fun playdate.

Sitter Profile Image: Katelyn R.
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Katelyn R.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Katelyn took care of my two cats while I was out of town. I was happy with the level of communication and timeliness of her visits. I would re-book again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brooke D.
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Brooke D.
$17
total per visit
12 years of experience
new bedford, MA, 02740

About: Family, friends, neighbors, pretty much everyone I grew up around have all had pets growing up Ive been surrounded by them and loved them my whole life. Im currently working a part time postion while still in online college courses so I will have plently of time on my hands to cater to your furry friends needs. I have a very big and open yard that is fenced in on all sides as well as my own dog that lives with me.

Sitter Profile Image: Brooke K.
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Brooke K.
$20
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was 15! I’ve had pets all my life growing up though! My neighbors, friends, and family, have relied on me to feed, walk, play, and give cuddles to their pups! I currently am working part time as I just started a new job, so i’ll have plenty of time to play with your pup and get them some exercise! My home has a fenced in dog park that i’m sure your dog would love to run around in and get some energy out! If your dog is better on a leash and loves to walk and sniff around your area I am happy to do that as well! I just want to be able to give your pup a safe and happy visit 😊

Sitter Profile Image: Shirley C.
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Shirley C.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

About: I’ve been around dogs my whole life growing up, we had family dogs like beagles, goldendoodles, and a Shih Tzu. While living with my dad in New Bedford, I helped care for his pitbull and spent time with our goldendoodle, too. I’ve also helped friends with their dogs, including caring for a Chihuahua while my friend traveled. I’m confident with dogs of all sizes and personalities, and I always treat them with patience, love, and care. specialize in dog walking, cat care, and drop-in visits since I can’t host pets in my home. As a mom, I understand the importance of trust and routine, and I’ll treat your pets with the same patience, attention, and love I give my own family. Whether your dog needs a good walk or your cat just needs feeding and some playtime, I’ll make sure they’re happy, safe, and cared for. I’m all about creating a calm, safe space where pets feel loved and relaxed. I have experience handling different pet personalities and making sure they feel at home , I treat every fur baby like family with lots of love, play, and attention to their routine and comfort.

Sitter Profile Image: Lynne d.
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Lynne d.
$18
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

We are so grateful to Lynne for taking care of our two pups.

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Shannon S.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah A.
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Sarah A.
Star Sitter
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02746

Sarah was on our puppy Beau's wavelength right away, and they had a great time together. She took great care of him while she was here, with his dinner, toys and snacks. I will definitely try to get Sarah to come back!

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Sarah T.
Sitter Profile Image: Anna K.
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Anna K.
$25
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
85 reviews
46 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

Anna was amazing!!! She was very quick to respond to emails and texts and took excellent care of our 2 cats. We will definitely request Anna to watch our cats during future vacations and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an excellent caregiver for their pets

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Sitter Profile Image: Austin C.
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Austin C.
Star Sitter
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
New Bedford, MA, 02740

About: With my 12 years of experience around dogs and currently working with 25-40 dogs at a dog daycare I can assure you the safety of your furry friend. With a cozy quiet living area and a spacious back yard to stretch their four legs I guarantee your dog will feel at home. Rest without stress at Greys Arcade! Pet care is my life. I do this full time and am available at all times for your pets needs. Running late no problem I will be here. Want to stay on vacation an extra day don’t worry about it I will ALWAYS be here. I have a spacious fenced in yard for outdoor activities and indoor living areas for your pup to feel at home. I have 5 other dogs that are my own that can either give your fur baby company or if your dog dosent like company that is fine to. I have crates of my own if you would want your dog separated from the pack if you choose to.

Sitter Profile Image: Jenna B.
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Jenna B.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
10 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Fairhaven, MA, 02719

Jenna did an amazing job taking care of our pups! I It is obvious that she genuinely loves animals. We highly recommend her to anyone who needs a dependable sitter or caretaker for their animals/Pups.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

This is our first time using Rover and we have to say there isn't a better option for our precious Lacey. We chose Barbara for her experience. After reading her profile and reviews we thought she'd be a perfect candidate. Lacey can be affectionate but often times she's to independent to bother. With the meet and greet she seemed comfortable and even allowed Barbara to pet her which usually takes some time but it was a sign. Everything went so well. We felt at ease knowing Lacey was comfortable with Barbara. We loved all of her pictures and we could tell that Lacey happy with Barbara's company. We're so thankful everything went as well as it did and we truly appreciate how caring and patient Barbara was with her. We would definitely recommend Barbara she really exceeded out expectations.

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Kelly A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Abigail was wonderful at taking care of our two cats while we were away! It was our first time using a cat-sitter and we were a bit anxious about it at first, but as soon as we met Abigail we were put at ease. She is extremely professional and communicative, and she definitely has a calming presence among shy animals. Our cats don't usually like interacting with strangers, but I could tell from the photos and videos of her visits that they were showed much more curiosity for than fear of Abigail. She followed all of our instructions perfectly and was always willing to go above and beyond, including a last-minute extra visit when I wanted to make sure there was still enough litter in their box. We will feel much more comfortable traveling in the future knowing that our cats will be well taken care of by Abigail!

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Laura A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jessica was fantastic. I have two quirky cats who like to hide in places that are nearly impossible to reach (and frequently get stuck), and she brought a friend to lure them out to make sure they were okay. Highly recommend.

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Rebecca F.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

WOW!!! I am so thankful to have found Haley. I have a high anxiety dog and Haley took the time to make her feel comfortable. I will hire her again and again.

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Diana M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Colleen took wonderful care of our kitties while we were away! Reliable, kind, and clearly loves animals. Highly recommend!

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Elizabeth L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kristie and Dominick are great! I mainly communicated with Kristie and she was very professional and conscientious! She has a love for animals for sure and will take care of your furry friend very well. My poor pup Kobe got sick ans she helped out asked questions and was very helpful and kind to both Kobe and myself. I highly recommend Kristie and Dominick.

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Julia D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our four-month-old Golden retriever puppy was SO excited to see Sarah again! He got the puppy zoomies. She really understands puppies, and is patient, loving, and playful - and good at avoiding his land-shark puppy teeth! We - and our puppy - will look forward to seeing Sarah again.

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Sarah T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

An absolutely wonderful caretaker. Amanda has taken care of my two boys twice now and every time I've come home, they've both been happy and healthy. I will definitely book her again if I ever need someone to care for my cats.

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Lauren B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We are so grateful for Kayla she such a warm friendly dog sitter . She takes such good care of our dogs. They love it when she comes to visit ❤️

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Kimberly D.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Really helped us out with a last minute drop in visit. We really appreciate it... and the cute pictures. Thank you.

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Shannon S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Katelyn took care of my two cats while I was out of town. I was happy with the level of communication and timeliness of her visits. I would re-book again.

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Scott S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Christina did an amazing job taking good care of our pup. She also fulfilled a last minute booking. She Is very dependable and my pup enjoyed her walk with Christina.

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Robyn S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you to Kylie, she stopped in our house and was wonderful with our cleopatra, very attentive and caring. Will book again

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meredith r.
Drop-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 New Bedford on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 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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As of Jun 2026, there are 241 pet sitters in New Bedford. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 82% of New Bedford pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in New Bedford have an average of 15 years of experience. 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 New Bedford.

Rover makes it easy to find New Bedford 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:

  • Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets

There are 241 pet sitters in New Bedford on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.