Pet Sitting in South Boston
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Top rated South Boston pet sitters
“Melissa was awesome, again! She gives a great summary of the drop in visit with my pup and also took a ton of photos, which gave me comfort that she genuinely was there to hang and spend time with my 7 month old puppy . I 110% recommend Melissa for anything!”
“Ashley has been amazing with my golden retriever crue! i am a travel nurse newer to the boston area and being away for 15 hours I needed someone last minute to take him potty and watch him in between my shifts and she did just the thing! She sent me many updates and was great with communication! I felt confident that she was safe with crue! So happy I have her now for future help!”
“Maria did a wonderful job taking care of our 2 cats. She had great communication and I appreciated all of the photos and notes. It was comforting to know our cats were well taken care of while we were gone. I would definitely book with Maria again!”
“David has been awesome with Roxi! He is great at communicating if he's running late, when he is grouping her together with other dogs, and clarifying if something looks odd in the schedule. He has been really accommodating with last minute changes, and making sure he prioritizes her safety.”
“Rachel did an excellent job watching our two senior cats. They do not warm up easily to new people, but Rachel was clearly an exception—she took time to pet and play with them. She also had no trouble administering oral meds to one of our cats. Very happy with our experience.”
“Lisa checked in on my cat Keke on short notice and was wonderful! She gave detailed updates with lots of photos and I came back to a healthy happy cat! I could tell Keke loved playing with her! I highly recommend Lisa for your pet care needs. Thank you!”
“Sarah is amazing! She took such great care of my cat while I was away. I came home to a happy, relaxed kitty. She was super reliable, kept me updated, and clearly treated my cat like her own. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving sitter!”
“Kyle came over before I left to get the lay of the land and asked several questions that indicated he clearly knew about administering medications to cats. While I was away, he succeeded in overcoming her usual aversion to strangers and was able to give her the meds she needs each day as well as taking care of her food/water/litter needs. He did an excellent job.”
About: I have a 3 year old Portuguese water dog, Jaxon, and am an occasional dog foster for Boston Animal Rescue League. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and breeds! I work from home most days and am always looking for an excuse to get outside! I would love to have a new friend join me for my walks! I replicate the guidance given to me in others home and make the care as consistent as possible. I am available for boarding but need to have introductions with my dog prior to booking!
“Gabrielle has recently started making drop in visits with my three dogs. She is prompt , reliable and friendly. I feel very comfortable continuing to rely on her.”
About: Dedicated to providing reliable, safe, and personalized dog walking services and pet care for your four-legged family members, of all sizes. I have owned pets since I was 8 years old and I’ve been walking dogs and caring for pets since 1995, with a deep respect for their well-being. Your pet’s happiness, health, and safety are my top priorities — they deserve the very best! I’m a work from home professional that is an animal lover, and I don’t feel like my schedule allows me to have a pet of my own. While not traveling for work a few days out of the month, I’d love to make sure your four-legged family members have a reliable and caring solution while you occasionally cannot be with them. Happy to answer any questions! I have several references I can provide from folks in the immediate Boston area where I have cared for their pets while they are out of town for work demands in the short term or when they need to be in the office. Happy to be flexible between the midday hours and allow you to have a last minute or a fairly regular solution to your pets care needs.
“Julia was fantastic with our dogs!!! Her communication was great and the dogs all loved her!! We can’t thank her enough!! We would absolutely use her every time to watch our dogs!”
About: Personal experience caring for my own dog as well as family and friend’s dogs. Enjoy their company. Flexible, reliable and open to opportunities to care for dogs around the area! I am currently in PT school at Tufts School of Medicine. Most days, my classes are remote. I am available in the mornings, around lunch time, and later in the afternoon/evening. Comfortable using leashes, crates if necessary, and free range with fenced in yards. I pay close attention and ensure safety at all times! I am comfortable in remote and busy environments.
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Melissa F.Star Sitter
“Melissa was awesome, again! She gives a great summary of the drop in visit with my pup and also took a ton of photos, which gave me comfort that she genuinely was there to hang and spend time with my 7 month old puppy . I 110% recommend Melissa for anything!”
Lauren B.
Star Sitter
“Lauren was a fantastic sitter. She was great at communicating and went above and beyond in making sure my pet was taken care of. Highly recommend!”
Ashley B.Star Sitter
“Ashley has been amazing with my golden retriever crue! i am a travel nurse newer to the boston area and being away for 15 hours I needed someone last minute to take him potty and watch him in between my shifts and she did just the thing! She sent me many updates and was great with communication! I felt confident that she was safe with crue! So happy I have her now for future help!”
Maria S.Star Sitter
“Maria did a wonderful job taking care of our 2 cats. She had great communication and I appreciated all of the photos and notes. It was comforting to know our cats were well taken care of while we were gone. I would definitely book with Maria again!”
David M.Star Sitter
“David has been awesome with Roxi! He is great at communicating if he's running late, when he is grouping her together with other dogs, and clarifying if something looks odd in the schedule. He has been really accommodating with last minute changes, and making sure he prioritizes her safety.”
Peter N.
“Peter is awesome. Very reliable and great with my little guy!”
Rachel & Paul L.Star Sitter
“Rachel did an excellent job watching our two senior cats. They do not warm up easily to new people, but Rachel was clearly an exception—she took time to pet and play with them. She also had no trouble administering oral meds to one of our cats. Very happy with our experience.”
Ashley S.Star Sitter
“Ashley was amazing! She made sure Charles was taken care of in all aspects. Super detail oriented and very caring. Truly treated my cat as if it was her own.”
Lisa L.Star Sitter
“Lisa checked in on my cat Keke on short notice and was wonderful! She gave detailed updates with lots of photos and I came back to a healthy happy cat! I could tell Keke loved playing with her! I highly recommend Lisa for your pet care needs. Thank you!”
Sarah K.
“Sarah is amazing! She took such great care of my cat while I was away. I came home to a happy, relaxed kitty. She was super reliable, kept me updated, and clearly treated my cat like her own. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and loving sitter!”
Kyle B.Star Sitter
“Kyle came over before I left to get the lay of the land and asked several questions that indicated he clearly knew about administering medications to cats. While I was away, he succeeded in overcoming her usual aversion to strangers and was able to give her the meds she needs each day as well as taking care of her food/water/litter needs. He did an excellent job.”
Aislinn W.
“Aislinn watched my cat while I was away and was amazing! Super reliable and went out of her way to ensure my cat was taken care of, played with, and comfortable.”
Mia K.
“Mia has watched my dog many times and my dog loves her! She is responsible, dependable, and trustworthy and I would trust her with anyone’s dog!”
Olga K.
“Olga is a phenomenal caregiver for my dog. She is top-notch!.”
Natalie M.
“Natalie is the absolute best!!! She was so great with my cat and he absolutely loved her!! She was so communicative and kind, and just so great all around!”
Gabrielle F.Star Sitter
“Gabrielle has recently started making drop in visits with my three dogs. She is prompt , reliable and friendly. I feel very comfortable continuing to rely on her.”
Mike B.
“Mike has been watching our dog Dory for the last three years. He is amazing with her, and always takes her on fun adventures. She has no anxiety when we leave town because she enjoys her time with Mike so much. I trust him completely and consider myself and my dog Dory so lucky to have met him!”
Julia G.Star Sitter
“Julia was fantastic with our dogs!!! Her communication was great and the dogs all loved her!! We can’t thank her enough!! We would absolutely use her every time to watch our dogs!”
Catherine R.Star Sitter
About: Personal experience caring for my own dog as well as family and friend’s dogs. Enjoy their company. Flexible, reliable and open to opportunities to care for dogs around the area! I am currently in PT school at Tufts School of Medicine. Most days, my classes are remote. I am available in the mornings, around lunch time, and later in the afternoon/evening. Comfortable using leashes, crates if necessary, and free range with fenced in yards. I pay close attention and ensure safety at all times! I am comfortable in remote and busy environments.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in South Boston on Rover as of Aug 2025 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.
As of Aug 2025, there are 1,948 pet sitters in South Boston. 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, 84% of South Boston pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in South Boston have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 South Boston.
Rover makes it easy to find South Boston 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 1,948 pet sitters in South Boston on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In South Boston, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
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.
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