Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in South Dorchester, Boston, MA
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Top rated South Dorchester pet sitters
“Corrina (and Tracy) were great with our dogs, especially one who does not like new people in her space. They followed instructions provided and were communicative during their visit!”
“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.”
“Jose is so wonderful - we have hired him several times to check in on our cat. He’s always on-time, and very communicative. He’s been excellent with feeding, cleaning the litter box, and giving meds to our old lady in our absence, and he’s always helped me feel at ease when we’ve had to leave her at home! Thank you, Jose!”
“Paul & Rachel are fantastic! They leave great reports and photos with each visit, and my cat, Finn loves them! They are great to work with and always make leaving our cat for a few days easier!”
“Eduarda was phenomenal with my cat! She sent me so many pictures and videos while I was away. Eduarda is also extremely trustworthy and professional, and I was more than happy to allow her into my home. She truly felt like a friend and I was able to feel comfortable leaving my cat in her care. Highly recommend!!!”
“First time working with Tam and everything went very smoothly. Appreciate the detailed recap of the visit and photos of playtime! Look forward to Tam visiting with Winston again.”
“Abigail is an absolute angel and makes it possible for my husband and I to travel. She is super dependable and our cat loves her. We super appreciate her detailed reports and couldn’t ask for a better person to check on our cat while away.”
“Camille was quick to respond, and very kindly helped me through something I was confused over. She was gentle with my kitty, and took excellent care of him while I was away!”
“Vanessa did a lovely job caring for my elderly cat, Chia. She was able to give her pills straight into her mouth - a tricky task! I will definitely ask Vanessa to care for Chia again!”
About: I’ve always had a love for animals. During my time in college, I was a veterinary Technician and can administer medicine if needed and more! After working my full time job, I am available for walks and any other activities your pet might need. I work from home and I am very flexible when it comes to overnight care! I know how much your pet means to you, and I treat every furry guest like my own. In my cozy apartment, they’ll enjoy a safe, calm environment filled with affection, playtime, and plenty of walks. You can rest easy knowing they’re cared for, loved, and never lonely while you’re away.
“Fast friends!! Finn was very comfortable with Jade immediately. She is very punctual and communicative. I’m at ease knowing he is in safe hands and cared for when I’m working late. Thank you so much, Jade. I highly recommend Jade to other pet owners- and she helps us weekly!”
“Ange was amazing. She looked after my two kitties while I was traveling. Every day, she dropped by for 30 minutes, providing the kitties with wet food, handling their litter boxes, giving them company, etc. She sends amazing picture and written updates—reading her updates was one of the highlights of my day while traveling. She is super accommodating and follows instructions very accurately. I totally trusted her and will use her again and would recommend her. The only minor downside is that she sometimes had to miss the regular schedule and come a bit later. It’s not a big deal, but I feel having an exact schedule could be more comforting for the cats. But again, this is a small thing and not a big deal.”
“Alex provided great care for our two older cats, including administering medications and giving special food. She is reliable, professional, and friendly. The cats were happy when we returned home. We will definitely use her again.”
“We loved Gage. He's kind, thoughtful, attentive and reliable..Exactly the sort of person you'd want to care for your pets. His care and consistency made a big difference for our cats, who he played with and took great care of (as well as our plants). Feel fortunate we found him. Thank you Gage!!!”
“Eleanor was great! She took multiple pictures during her visits to show me how Blixa was doing. He also had a lot of fun with a toy she specifically brought from home to play with him! Scheduling a meeting was easy and she definitely gave me peace of mind for my stay abroad. I would highly recommend her!”
“Julia made leaving our kitty for the weekend so much easier by sending us pictures and updating us with each visit. Will definitely be using her again and would recommend her to anyone.”
About: I’ve been walking and taking care of all pets since I was ten years old. I love them. I have a dog of my own and I would treat anyone’s as I treat my own. With love and respect and patience. I can walk your dog, do drop by visits, and stay in your home while you are away. Cat too! I’m pretty flexible. I am a dogs friend and they take to me as I them. Taking care of a pet is easy if you love doing it as much as I do. If you tell me what you need I have no doubt I would be able to help you and your lovely fur friend with whatever service. I look forward to meeting you and your fur baby. I can currently home for the summer so I have all the time to tend to everyone’s fur babies! So I’m free basically every and any day needed! I tend to people’s fur babies as directed. I have a fenced in yard and ab suv for park trips. I like to follow the pets schedule for the most part adding in my own touches where I can!
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Corrina L.Star Sitter
“Corrina (and Tracy) were great with our dogs, especially one who does not like new people in her space. They followed instructions provided and were communicative during their visit!”
Wen Shin L.Star Sitter
“Wen was a wonderful help!! She was great with sending photos of our cat while we were gone, and was super attentive to our schedule and needs.”
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.”
Jose C.Star Sitter
“Jose is so wonderful - we have hired him several times to check in on our cat. He’s always on-time, and very communicative. He’s been excellent with feeding, cleaning the litter box, and giving meds to our old lady in our absence, and he’s always helped me feel at ease when we’ve had to leave her at home! Thank you, Jose!”
Rachel & Paul L.Star Sitter
“Paul & Rachel are fantastic! They leave great reports and photos with each visit, and my cat, Finn loves them! They are great to work with and always make leaving our cat for a few days easier!”
Eduarda A.
“Eduarda was phenomenal with my cat! She sent me so many pictures and videos while I was away. Eduarda is also extremely trustworthy and professional, and I was more than happy to allow her into my home. She truly felt like a friend and I was able to feel comfortable leaving my cat in her care. Highly recommend!!!”
Tam H.Star Sitter
“First time working with Tam and everything went very smoothly. Appreciate the detailed recap of the visit and photos of playtime! Look forward to Tam visiting with Winston again.”
Abigail F.Star Sitter
“Abigail is an absolute angel and makes it possible for my husband and I to travel. She is super dependable and our cat loves her. We super appreciate her detailed reports and couldn’t ask for a better person to check on our cat while away.”
Camille A.Star Sitter
“Camille was quick to respond, and very kindly helped me through something I was confused over. She was gentle with my kitty, and took excellent care of him while I was away!”
Jasmine P.
“Excellent service and response time! Thank you for everything!”
Vanessa D.
“Vanessa did a lovely job caring for my elderly cat, Chia. She was able to give her pills straight into her mouth - a tricky task! I will definitely ask Vanessa to care for Chia again!”
Grace T.
“Grace was so great with my cat! Communicative, friendly, flexible, I really appreciated her help - definitely recommend for any pet sitting needs”
Natalia T.
“To whom it may concern, I believe Natalia Tovar will be the perfect candidate to work for Rover. Natalia has worked with pets for over 4 years. She has more than enough experience in dealing with Dogs & Cats. She has worked as a Veterinary Technician for 4 years & also took care of my dog, Duke. Also, Duke has trust issues and she won him over with her love and caring personality that made Duke very comfortable around her. She has helped with his shots, grooming & even giving him medicine when needed. Natalia Tovar will be the perfect candidate for Rover.”
Jade Z.
“Fast friends!! Finn was very comfortable with Jade immediately. She is very punctual and communicative. I’m at ease knowing he is in safe hands and cared for when I’m working late. Thank you so much, Jade. I highly recommend Jade to other pet owners- and she helps us weekly!”
Ange M.Star Sitter
“Ange was amazing. She looked after my two kitties while I was traveling. Every day, she dropped by for 30 minutes, providing the kitties with wet food, handling their litter boxes, giving them company, etc. She sends amazing picture and written updates—reading her updates was one of the highlights of my day while traveling. She is super accommodating and follows instructions very accurately. I totally trusted her and will use her again and would recommend her. The only minor downside is that she sometimes had to miss the regular schedule and come a bit later. It’s not a big deal, but I feel having an exact schedule could be more comforting for the cats. But again, this is a small thing and not a big deal.”
alex f.
“Alex provided great care for our two older cats, including administering medications and giving special food. She is reliable, professional, and friendly. The cats were happy when we returned home. We will definitely use her again.”
Gage M.
“We loved Gage. He's kind, thoughtful, attentive and reliable..Exactly the sort of person you'd want to care for your pets. His care and consistency made a big difference for our cats, who he played with and took great care of (as well as our plants). Feel fortunate we found him. Thank you Gage!!!”
Eleanor L.
Star Sitter
“Eleanor was great! She took multiple pictures during her visits to show me how Blixa was doing. He also had a lot of fun with a toy she specifically brought from home to play with him! Scheduling a meeting was easy and she definitely gave me peace of mind for my stay abroad. I would highly recommend her!”
Julia N.
“Julia made leaving our kitty for the weekend so much easier by sending us pictures and updating us with each visit. Will definitely be using her again and would recommend her to anyone.”
Alani A.
About: I’ve been walking and taking care of all pets since I was ten years old. I love them. I have a dog of my own and I would treat anyone’s as I treat my own. With love and respect and patience. I can walk your dog, do drop by visits, and stay in your home while you are away. Cat too! I’m pretty flexible. I am a dogs friend and they take to me as I them. Taking care of a pet is easy if you love doing it as much as I do. If you tell me what you need I have no doubt I would be able to help you and your lovely fur friend with whatever service. I look forward to meeting you and your fur baby. I can currently home for the summer so I have all the time to tend to everyone’s fur babies! So I’m free basically every and any day needed! I tend to people’s fur babies as directed. I have a fenced in yard and ab suv for park trips. I like to follow the pets schedule for the most part adding in my own touches where I can!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in South Dorchester 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.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 81% of South Dorchester pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 Dorchester.
Rover makes it easy to find South Dorchester 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
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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