Dog Walking Somerville

“Very kind and professional! Took the time to do a meet and greet on her own time before the visit to make sure our dog was familiar with her. Sent plenty of photos and did a great job! Would recommend Kandice to others!”

Marcel D.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats since I was a kid. I can do some basic training (like sitting, no jump, no nipping, ignoring other animals) animals have been a core part of my life since I was a baby. They are truly the soul of this world. I’d love to meet and care for your little buddy too! I’m available at all times! I do quite a few different freelance businesses. I work my own schedule and your pets my first priority! Last minute and holidays are no problem for me. I grew up with my best friends always being animals. They saved my life, and I truly see them as people. I will pet sit or walk according to your needs. I’m very open and non judgmental. I’ll listen to all your instructions and keep a relaxing environment for your babies until it’s time to play (my fav part!). I’m very aware of reading their body language and will adjust accordingly. I will brush/wash and go to any vet appointments needed to keep them healthy, happy, and well groomed. I’ll keep your home tidy, clean the house better than you left it, and make sure you come back to happy, healthy pets! I’ll make sure I will build trust with your pets and that they are comfortable with me. I’ll keep their regular routines, so no added stress! I’m very experienced with all medication types that they might need (injections, oral, etc).

About: I’ve had dogs my whole life. I’ve also volunteered for dog shelters and watched family and friends pets on multiple occasions. I love puppies and older dogs. Everyone deserves to feel like they can leave their pet with a safe person who will love on their dog. I’m a very active person and take walks daily. My schedule is very flexible which makes it easy to be able to come home during the day and take dogs for walks or just be around at home to hang out. I care for them very much. My apartment has a dog park down the street as well as many grassed areas around to play and go potty. Nothing dangerous or unusual kept in house hold. I live with 3 girls all who have dogs at home and love taking care of them.

About: I have taken care of many kinds of dogs for friends, family, and animal shelters for many years. I am a reliable and caring dog walker and sitter. And I love cats too!! I am currently in between jobs and have a lot of free time to walk, play with, and care for your dogs and cats during the week! I also have availability during weekends! I am dependable, calm and caring when it comes to your pets! When pet sitting for friends and family, I always work to keep their fur babies on their schedule and regular routine.

About: Hi! My name is Jenny. Im a stay at home mom and a wedding and lifestyle photographer on the weekends and am looking for something part time when I don't have photography work! I've had cats and dogs my entire life and love all animals so much. Walking dogs is also a great way for me to my exercise in as well! I've been around all breed of dogs my entire life. I love them all and believe they are all good at heart. I know how to be firm with my walks and do my best to ensure they are safe at all times. I will work with them on their training if you are training them as well. I have 2 cats and would love being someone who can drop in on your babies while you're away! I work part time and a stay at home mom! SO my evenings are usually free and know my weekend schedules pretty far in advance. I'd love to earn some cash and get some walks in with some furry friends! I will treat your pets and your home well. I'm respectful of your property and will make sure your home and pets are taken care of!

About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals of all kinds—from dogs and cats to turtles, a gecko, and plenty of fish—so caring for different personalities and routines comes naturally to me. Having pet-sat for family and friends since high school, I know how important it is to keep your furry friend safe, active, and happy while you're away. Whether your pup needs a brisk neighborhood stroll, a leisurely sniff-walk, or just some extra playtime and belly rubs, I’ll treat them like one of my own! I'm available at variable times throughout the week due to a full college course load, but I am willing to discuss any free time to come care for your pet(s) or take your dog(s) for walks when possible! When visiting a client's home, my first priority is maintaining their routine and making them feel safe and secure. For dogs, this means reliable, engaging walks focused on physical and mental stimulation, followed by fresh water, feeding, and plenty of affection. For cats, I focus on respecting their boundaries—balancing active play with wand toys or calm companionship, keeping fresh water available, and maintaining a spotless litter box. I also ensure all home security protocols (locking doors, keeping gates secure) are strictly followed.

“above and beyond”

emanuel h.

About: I’ve had animals around me my whole life and have enjoyed taking care of every single one! Im a huge animal lover and will give the absolute best care possible. ❣️ we can take frequent walks, have play time outside or just hangout (whatever they like to do) 😁 I will do everything in my power to make sure your pet is happy, safe and comfortable! As of now my schedule is for the most part completely open so I have all the time to focus and spend time with your pet! I follow all directions that pet owners give me to ensure safety when watching pets. Your pet will always have attention on them also ensuring that they are safe ❤️

About: I am very passionate about animals, dogs and cats especially! Love them so much. Your fur babies will be so incredibly loved, adored, spoiled, and so happy by me when I am done with them and they return to you safe and sound. They are so important to me and I will treat them like I would for my own, well disciplined when misbehaving, loved, have fun with them, give them lots of attention and treat them with respect as well. I represent these animals on behalf of them and thier owners since they can't speak for themselves. You will be able to tell the difference in their attitude and behavior of how much love and attention they got from me. I love the outdoors and driving my friends dogs around because I don't like to leave them by themselves all the time. Dogs are family. I have so much passion for these beautiful animals. I hope to have these wonderful opportunity to show you guys. Please note that if there is any messes in my home, there will be a $20 to $30 fee additional to the total cost of my clean up fee. I have to use my cleaning supplies and they are not cheap. I would appreciate your help and understanding with this. I have learned this the hard way and will set this request upfront for pet sitting at my home. I love dogs and cats so very much and am so happy to do thus job. I hope this is a very reasonable request. Thank you all!

“She was very sweet and had great communication. So good with our sweet doggie, and she was flexible and worked well with figuring out what she needed in the moment. Would book again!”

Melanie B.

About: I have had a dog my entire life. Each one has been a unique part of the family. Tucker is my baby who I’ve had since he was a puppy. He is my whole world! I'm very trustworthy and I'll treat your dogs as if they're my own! I love to play with dogs, will take them for walks, or just hangout and give them a good scratch or brushing. I'm willing to do anything else you'd like so they feel comfortable, like a meet-and-greet! I've dog sat several times before and I really enjoy it! I hope to meet your dog (and you) soon! I’m currently available in the afternoons/evenings and the weekends! Feel free to message me and I will do my best to be available to you in order for your pets to be cared for! I will do anything you’d like me to with your dog and my goal is to make them feel comfortable! I am all about making them feel at home, getting exercise, or whatever your dogs needs are!

About: i’ve had dogs as long as i can remember. i currently have a pit/boxer and a GSD. training the gsd to be my service dog. i am excited to work with you and your four legged family member(s). dogs are family to me. weekend workers i am here for you. late evenings may be arranged as well. drop in visits and/or walks will be around your neighborhood unless i notify you or you request in advance for a certain location you prefer. i will also carry treats with me. let me know if there are treats your dog is allergic to.

About: Hello! My name is Tabitha and I’ve been caring for animals my entire life. I had two dogs and two cats growing up so I learned early on the importance of caring for pets and the responsibilities that come along with them. Throughout high school and college, I volunteered at animal shelters and absolutely loved it. I’m planning to start volunteering again once I get more free time. I do Wag Walks regularly and have really enjoyed my experience so now I’ve have decided to use Rover more frequently. I like to work out so I will take your dog running or to the park to play. Exercising is very important for dogs so I will make sure your furry friend gets plenty of it! I know how stressful it is to spend time away from your pet, so I will help make your experience as easy as possible by keeping you updated with pictures and summaries of our activities. Additionally, I will ensure all safety rules are followed to give you a peace of mind as you’re away from your pet. I would love the opportunity to care for your furry friend and I look forward to hearing from you soon! :) I work a fully remote job so I have the flexibility to care for your furry friend throughout the week. My weekends are also typically open. I will ensure all safety rules are followed and be aware of your pets whereabouts at all time. It’s very important to me to make sure you have a peace of mind while you’re away. I know how stressful it can be to be away from your furry friend so I will do everything I can to make sure you’re comfortable and your pet is always being taken care of.

About: What sets me apart is my patience, reliability, and experience providing care for others. I understand the importance of building trust, following routines, and paying close attention to individual needs. My background caring for adults with developmental disabilities has strengthened my ability to be responsible, observant, and compassionate—qualities that are just as important when caring for pets. I treat every pet as if they were my own, taking the time to learn their personality, preferences, and comfort level. Whether a pet is energetic and playful or prefers a calm environment, I adapt my care to meet their needs. I am comfortable following detailed care instructions, administering medications when needed, and providing extra attention to puppies, senior pets, or pets that may be anxious while their owners are away. My goal is to ensure every pet feels safe, happy, loved, and well cared for throughout their stay. Pet care fits very well into my daily routine. I have experience providing dependable care for others and understand the importance of consistency, patience, and attention to individual needs. I enjoy spending time with animals and am comfortable incorporating feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medication administration, and companionship into my day. I believe pets thrive when they have structure, exercise, and plenty of affection, and I take pride in making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for while their owners are away. My flexible schedule allows me to give pets the time and attention they deserve. When caring for pets in my client's home, I strive to keep their routine as consistent as possible. I follow the owner's instructions for feeding, exercise, medications, and any special care needs. I provide plenty of attention, playtime, and companionship while ensuring pets have a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. I also keep owners updated with messages and photos so they can feel confident their pets are being well cared for. If providing care in my home, I create a safe, pet-friendly environment with regular feeding schedules, exercise, supervised play, fresh water, and plenty of affection. I pay close attention to each pet's personality and needs to help them feel comfortable and reduce any stress from being away from home.

About: I am more than able to all handle animals! Feed, water, and administer medication as needed. Ensure the well being and safety at all times.(Snuggles)!!! I’m currently working a part-time job so I’ll have plenty of time to watch after your furry family! Reach out for move information on the hours. I ensure pets are comfortable and well-tended by providing a clean environment, fresh water, nutritious food, and regular exercise. I follow specific dietary needs, keep up with grooming, and administer medications as needed to create a loving and stress-free atmosphere.

About: I have always cared for my friends animals when they are traveling and I also have had my cat Nola for 5 years. I’m also familiar with animals having anxiety and how to care for them by creating a routine that’s safe and fun. I have an open schedule currently so I’m open to flexibility during the day and some afternoons. I’m on break from my Masters program so my time is pretty open. I would make sure that any special needs your sweet baby needs is taken care of with extreme amount of love and care. I understand how important it is to be gentle especially when meeting new pets who might have anxiety.

About: I’ve been a full-time professional nanny, pet care provider, personal assistant, and house manager for 29 years. Since 1998 I have been assisting families in taking care of their homes, pets and children. I've performed various housekeeping and house management responsibilities. I will provide excellent care if you select me as your care provider! I'm clean, organized, reliable, love animals and can provide several references in regards to the care I provide. As you can see in my photos: I love animals! Farm animals too! Riding horses, petting goats, you name it. I’ve even done goat yoga. Lol From the time I could walk I was petting kittens and chasing after dogs. Most weekends I’m available to provide pet care and throughout the week I work part-time mostly in the afternoons, though I can flex my schedule when I want to. Currently and over the past five years I’ve worked for a family providing weekday care for their two cats. I’m currently looking to add a few additional families for ongoing care and lunch time drop-ins. Also I will continue to offer short-term, occasional care. I can provide daily visits, walks, transport to vet appointments, and overnight care in the clients home.

About: As a full time animal lover & caretaker I know how hard it can be leaving your furry family member behind! I focus on creating a safe, comfortable & loving environment for them. Each animal has its own set of unique qualities, quirks and personality! As someone who has grown up on a farm, horseback ridden, worked in an animal shelter & rescued - i’ve received the pleasure of experiencing it all! I have deeply enjoyed getting to watch each animal display every quality. During my time with your animal you can expect lots of updates, feeding, fresh water, spoiling with treats and lots of love! I provide both drop- in visits and overnights! As a full time animal caretaker, I am very flexible throughout the day to provide the best care possible for your furry companions! I typically accept same day requests with proper notice. I currently do not wish to board dogs at my place. I am more than willing to come to your home to best care for your animals. If you have a schedule for your pets, I request that be written down ahead of time. To best ensure your pets get all the care they need as if you were there.

About: As your pet's second best friend, I offer tailored care, genuine love, and a paw-sitively unforgettable experience! I am well educated in dog training, ensuring they’re mentally and physically stimulated, to overall pet health. I take care of my dog to the fullest extent, your dog will be treated all the same as a new member of the pack! To ensure safety and health, we don’t play right after eating to avoid bloat, I am very conscious of heat on their paws when walking on different surfaces, I avoid rawhide treats and go with homemade or very natural treats instead, and those are just scratching the surface of do’s and don’ts! I keep a structured but flexible routine, which allows me to give your dog plenty of attention, exercise, and consistency. I prioritize walks, potty breaks throughout the day, and lots of playtime and enrichment. I’m home often and very intentional about making pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. Whether your dog needs structure, cuddles, or high energy engagement, I adapt to their personality and routine to make their stay feel as close to home as possible! Your dog’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I have a well-socialized dog, Dilo, who has a background in working in high stress environments to not be reactive. Nonetheless, I always do slow introductions to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable. If needed, I can crate or provide separate spaces for rest and decompression. Inside my home, I maintain a clean, structured environment with plenty of space for play and relaxation. I closely monitor interactions, follow feeding instructions carefully, and stick to your dog’s routine as closely as possible so they maintain some sense of routine while being away from home.