Dog Walking North Cambridge

“Jacqueline is awesome! So patient with my crazy, energetic pup. Piper absolutely loves when Jacqueline comes for her walks and waits for her to return when she leaves!”

Chrystine L.

“Ugur provides top-notch service walking our dog. He is kind and friendly. We hired him to walk our 7-month old puppy and she loves him. Although we hired him to walk our dog, when he came for a meet and greet, our cat warmed up to him immediately and let her pet him, which she normally doesn't do for most people. We highly recommend his services!”

David K.

“Mary Kate walked my dog Rosita 8 times last week. She was extremely flexible, communicative, reliable and updated me thru the walks. I could tell my doggie was happy during her care. Planning on have as a long term 😁”

Monyka K.

About: I’ve spent my life being the pet sitter for friends and family. I’ve looked after dogs, cats, horses, and reptiles. Within my immediate family is a corgi, Bernese Mountain Dog, Great Pyranees, and my own ACD so I have lived with dogs of all sizes. I currently have a dog of my own who is epileptic so I have experience with dogs with medical issues. I am also experienced in puppies and dogs who are reactive or behaviorally complex and I have experience with dog-aggressive dogs. I work for a bank in the back office three days a week (which is typically in the middle of the week) and I work from home 2 days which are usually Mondays and Fridays. From years of professional pet care and my own dog, I am very used to getting dogs enriched and fulfilled no matter the weather! I have a lot of experience pet and house sitting so I am extremely conscientious of how I leave a place versus how I found it. I take care of pets as if they were my own.

“Holly was so wonderful with Luther; I was a little worried about going on a long trip but at our meet-and-greet we had ample time to talk and she even gave me some advice about some unrelated dog stuff I have been thinking about. I really appreciated all her care and I could tell Luther was so happy to spend time with her out in the sun. Thank you, Holly!”

Chelsea M.

About: My dogs were a part of my family growing up. I had everything from well-behaved pups to rescues that needed extra TLC. It's important to me that my clients feel comfortable when they're away from their dog... and that their dog is having a blast as well! Playing fetch, long walks and park hangouts are some of my favorite activities to do with dogs. I'm available for walks and check in's on weeknights and weekends and am open to staying overnight as well. I am always happy to text or chat on the phone so you can get to know me and make sure I'm the right fit to take care of your furry companion. I'm looking forward to meeting you and your pup!

“Cierra really helped me out when I had a last minute need for someone to walk my pup. Very responsive and nice!”

Connor M.

“Thanks for another great week of walks for Atlas! We really appreciate your punctuation, reliability, and especially your kindness and patience with Atlas!”

Sonya T.

“Great service with my dog, who is very shy with new people. thank you!”

Angelica D.

About: I've taken care of dogs, cats, small mammals and reptiles for most of my life. I'm partial to dogs and rodents but I have a soft spot for all animals. Because pet care is my primary focus, my schedule offers exceptional flexibility throughout the week. I am readily available for regularly scheduled walks, midday drop-ins, and routine feeding sessions. Living and working locally in Somerville allows me to seamlessly adjust to shifting timelines and often accommodate last-minute visit requests for nearby clients. Whether providing care in your home or mine, my priority is keeping your pet's exact routine consistent, safe, and stress-free. I start by identifying the spaces and corners where they feel most comfortable and secure, allowing them to acclimate at their own pace. Once they are at ease, I engage them with their favorite toys—I especially love a high-energy game of tug-of-war with dogs of all sizes! I treat your home with the utmost respect, strictly adhering to your feeding, medication, and house rules so your pet feels completely safe in their natural environment.

“Dogs’ expressions are honest and Tammy’s expression is one of happiness when going out for walks with Madeline. I rest easy at work knowing she is getting attention from and slow exercise with Madeline.”

Patricia S.

About: Hello! I am a lifelong animal lover and pet parent. I grew up with two wonderful big dogs and many, many cats. Compassionate care and play with animals is central to my life. When I lived abroad on fellowship in Indonesia, I devoted my free time to caring for a colony of feral cats, taking them to the vet, building shelters, and supplying their food. Now that I am stateside and newly graduated from Harvard Divinity School, I am excited to reenter the world of animal care. I am comfortable walking dogs of all ages and sizes, and am more than willing to match their pace and let them take the lead onto their favorite routes. When interacting with dogs, I make sure to practice patience and compassion, and will give them as much love or space as they need. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or for more information! I am looking forward to connecting ☺️ I am in grad school and work part time, so early mornings or evenings work best for me! If it works for you, I would also be very open to doing readings and writing papers while keeping your pet company :) I am a firm believer in boundaries and will respect your pets’ needs for space when needed. I also understand that some pets need a lot of play and am happy to oblige! I am more than willing to work with what is best for you and do my best to exceed your expectations.

“Sindhu was amazing! She was so sweet with our dog and was very timely.”

Maya D.

About: I have always helped out family, friends and anyone through word of mouth with their pets. I love being around animals and most recently helped a friend of a coworker out with 2 dogs and 2 cats for a weekend. I currently work full time Monday- Friday but am looking to build my own business and do pet sitting and dog walking to supplement my income. Ideally I would start on weekends and if I get enough clients I would be able to do it all throughout the week. I provide loving, attentive, and reliable care for every pet as if they were my own. In a client’s home, I follow their pet’s normal routine, including feeding, walks, playtime, bathroom breaks, and any special instructions. I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away, and I always provide updates and photos for peace of mind. My goal is to make every pet feel happy, loved, and stress-free.

“Caleb was communicative and great in a pinch! He was wonderful with my Great Dane and English Setter!”

Stephanie A.

About: I have babysat: DOG section: 1) a medium sized 50 lb hound mix dog for a month at a time every year for 13 years (over the course of its life time from when she was a puppy to death) whose personality was very energetic and anxious. It needed a lot of exercise everyday, stimulated play, and long walks which I happily enjoyed! But she also needed to be watched carefully to ensure she didn’t scare anybody by playfully jumping on them. She would tug a lot during walks and would get excited seeing other dogs but I’ve always managed to calmly steer her away if aggression showed or if the other person or dog she was meeting showed signs of being uncomfortable. This dog always stayed at my place when I babysat her. Made sure she was fed on time twice a day and provided fresh water everyday. 2) a large 50 lb, 2 year old, Old English Sheepdog (named Cura). House-sat & dog-sat Cura for 10 days in Los Angeles, CA. Highly energetic who needed a lot of exercise everyday. Very obedient and could be taken off leash. But I always establish a level of trust and learn the dog’s mannerisms before taking them off leash in the park or around the apartment/house block. Cura also had a tendency to be scared of aggressive dogs or loud noises so I always maintained a level of reassurance and safety with her. Also had to be aware of the high temperatures in LA (given the summer time), hence I’d walk her early in the morning and late at night. 3) a 5 yr old, 25 lb, hound whippet mixed dog named Phoebe - house sat and babysat her for 12 days. Highly anxious who needed to be administered an anxiety pill every morning and needed constant attention and long walks. 4) A small 5 year old mixed poodle (named Cappy) in San Francisco who loved to cuddle! Took him out for walks twice a day, made sure he had food & water, and kept him company for 10 days while house-sitting. 5) Dog walked a 65 lb, 2 yr old Doberman Pinscher (Kilo) in San Francisco that was very sweet & very vocal but was very eager & loved to pull. If we encountered anyone on our walks that wanted to say hello, I would make sure they were okay with getting close to a Doberman. I never allowed Kilo to get close to anyone or jump on anyone / their dogs without their consent. 6) House sat / pet sat a 5 yr old, 20 lb Cavalier King Charles Spaniel & Miniature Poodle (Cali). Sweet pup that loved to go on walks, play, and cuddle on the couch. 7) House sat for 6 days for 2 dogs - 6 yr old, 40 lb Australian Cattle mixed dog (Jester) and a 2 yr old, 17 lb Korean Jindo (Quincy). 8) House sat a 6 yr old, 55 lb Boxer, Pitbull, Catahoula Cur (Appa) for 2 nights in Boston. Also dropped in to dog walk him on several separate occasions. 9) house sat a 2 yr old, 65 lb hound, Rottweiler mix twice (9 nights & then 4 nights) in Brighton named Marzi. Very sweet, loving dog that’s curious about her environment and loves humans but can get very aggressive towards other dogs (no matter the size). She’s been on training to get less reactive towards other dogs and is getting incrementally better but during my stays, I had to keep an eye out for other dogs, and have a strong hold on the leash whenever she saw another dog. Her reaction included lunging, barking, growling, in high alert attack mode. To calm her down, I would first distract her with treats by throwing it in the different direction (re-direct her). But would also hold her and then give her reassurance to help calm her down in the presence of other dogs. Sometimes she would snap back but I would hold firm my stance and confirm “who is boss” with her. This method helped immensely and I could see her being less reactive towards dogs in future walks. We had also developed a level of trust on the first day which allowed me to be close to her. 10) Several drop-ins with a 21lb, 6.5 yr old French Bulldog (Birdie) and with a mixed 40 lb, 1.5 yr old dog (Boo Boo). Super cute, energetic dogs that loved to play and cuddle. 11) Weekly dog walks with a Spanish Water Dog (10 yrs old, 36 lb) named Coco who is super cautious towards new people. Had to develop and gain her trust over time. When she first met me, she would growl (while wagging her tail) and start shaking out of fear and would sit on the couch (not wanting to go on a walk). To help her get comfortable, I would sit on the couch near her with a treat and would slowly get close to her (feeding her a bit of treats along the way) until she calmed down and allowed me to pet her. Would also talk to her gently, firmly, and with reassurance. This allowed me to get close, put her collar and leash on so that we could go for a walk. Will be house sitting her for 15 days in January 2027. 12) House sat a 5 yr old, 45 lb Australian Cattle dog named Lola for 4 nights. Super energetic, playful, talkative, and very obedient dog that loves to go on walks and loves to cuddle and be with you in the apartment. 13) House sat a 3 yr old, 71 lb, Greyhound named Memo twice (once for 2 nights, another time for 3 nights). Super sweet, gentle giant who loved going on walks. Would occasionally lunge & pull when he saw squirrels but just had to keep a firm grip on the leash when that happened. Was also very obedient so he listened immediately when I told him to “leave it”. - DOG & CAT section: 14) an energetic 8 year old pomsky and an 18 yr old cat for 10 days. House-sat the owner’s place the entire time where I had to walk the dog 4 times every day at a set schedule and feed them both & provide medication to the cat at set times. The Pomsky was very energetic so also took the time during the afternoon to play with her when she had the zoomies. And have the cat tummy rubs and butt scratches whenever she requested it. 15) House sat a 13 yr old Shih Tzu (Neo) and a 18 yr old Siamese cat (Timothy). Neo needed medication on a daily basis while Timothy needed 3 different types of medication (one administrated via the ear, and the other 2 orally). Neo needed 3 walks a day and Timothy needed to be fed several times throughout the day (10 small meals at least a day). Both had stubborn personalities but were still very sweet and playful. When they were stubborn, I would be patient and give them time to calm down and then gently but sternly guide them. For example, Neo was stubborn on his walks and I would have to gently guide him to a certain direction; while Timothy was stubborn in refusing to take his 3 medications so I had to be gentle but firm in making sure he consumed his pills and received his ear meds. 16) House sat a 5.5 yr old, 6 lb Japanese Chin dog (Emiko) and a 7 yr old, 9 lb American Shorthair cat (Pizzelle) for 4 nights. Both incredibly cute & friendly but Emiko would sometimes refuse to eat her breakfast & dinner. So had to boil an egg and feed bits of egg whites to her with her dry food to incentivize her during the first day. After that initial 24 hr period, she ate her meals without fuss. - CAT section: 17) two cats at a month at a time for the past 5 years. Stayed at the owner’s place every time. Had to be fed at certain times twice a day, gave them treats throughout the day and attention whenever they requested it. Sometimes I would initiate the contact but if the cats weren’t feeling it, they would communicate it and I would stop. They were indoor cats so I also made sure that any windows that were open were secure and they couldn’t slip through. Had no issues of escaped cats. 18) Three different cats from 3 different owners in San Francisco (Uno, Missy Elliot, and Fran). Took the time to get to know each of them and played with them / gave them company while cleaning out their litter box, refreshing their water bowls, and making sure they had food. Also planned my schedule so that I could travel between the places efficiently and was in communication with the owners at all times and they knew about my schedule. Made sure I gave them space and time to get to know me and I got to know their personalities. 19) 2 cats (Jackie & Cannoli) in New York for 18 days, plus house-sat. One was affectionate and loved to cuddle all the time, the other was more cautious and was very talkative. 20) House sat / pet sat for 2 cats in Waltham (Thea & Orion) on 3 different occasions (4 nights, 2 nights, and 2.5 weeks). Cleaned out litter box every day, fed them twice a day, cleaned up any fur ball throw ups, played with them every day, and gave them lots of attention & head/chin scratches. 21) Pet sat a 13 year old, 14 lb cat in Newton (Maxwell) for 9 days. 22) Pet sat a 5 year old, 14 lb cat in Waltham (Carl) for 5 days. 23) Hamsters - babysat them for a week at a time for friends whenever they went out of town. Fed and cleaned the box. Would occasionally bring it out of its cage to let it roam around the room in its ball. 24) I have my own pet - a red eared slider turtle who I claim to be my aquatic dog 😉. He is 18 years old and I got him when he was just the size of a quarter. But he gets excited to see me whenever I enter the room and will follow me in the apartment when I let him out to walk around. He can also recognize me out of a group of people! 25) I have a ton of plants that I have grown in the past 6 years - huge monstera (from a 1 foot baby to now a 7 ft giant with 30 inch wide leaves), verraccusum, constellation monstera, cacti, pothos, glorosium, etc. I’m currently unemployed (taking a hiatus from being an accountant in the corporate world) so I have all the time to take care of your pet(s). Available anytime to feed, walk, play, and assist in providing medication. Your pets are my priority so I will schedule my day/events around their schedule 😊. I have a pet turtle that I’ve had for 18 years that I have by a sunny window. But every other day, I’ll let him out in the apartment to walk around and explore (but he will often just follow me around😊). I currently live in an apartment that doesn’t allow dogs or cats so over the last few years, I’ve always taken care of pets at the owner’s place. Either living at their place or coming to their place at set times to feed and/or walk their pets.

About: I have lived with and cared for pets since I was 6 year old and have been a reliable go-to dog and cat sitter for friends and family over the years. I currently work part time in the food service industry and am free most weekdays and weekend nights. I love to get my steps in and explore - so dog walking, and dropping in to care for your pet fits right in to my daily routine! I will follow any instructions and treat your space with the utmost respect. I will ensure your pet is left comfortable and content, and leave no other trace of my visit.

“Rachel was a huge help when I was out of town for the weekend, walking and feeding my girl who has some behavioral issues. She was communicative, kind, and most of all - great with my pup! Thanks for everything and will definitely book again!”

Sean P.

“Jordan was great with communication before and during my trip out of town. Luther had a great time and would love to walk with her again!”

Chelsea M.

“Miranda has been an excellent walker and care giver for Bella, our very active puppy. She has been reliable and really gets Bella exercised on her walks, often driving her to parks for water play and meeting other dogs. Highly recommended.”

James K.