Personalized care for your dog or cat - Newtonville
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Newtonville
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Thank you Alex so much for taking care of Moab during July 4th weekend. Alex accommodated short notice boarding and very flexible with pickup/drop off time. Tons of update pictures he sent throughout the days. No issues with the stay whatsoever. I trust Alex caring for my senior dog. I will definitely use Alex next time when I’m out of town. No doubt!”
“Natalie is phenomenal!!! She took such great care of Teddy. Her communication was outstanding, sending pictures and texts throughout the day. Such a sweet and kind person that you will feel so comfortable leaving your dog with.”
“Julie did an amazing job taking care of our cat, Cal! He is usually shy and fearful of strangers, but she was incredibly patient with him and soon coaxed him out of his shell. Julie also did a great job of sending us a constant stream of pictures and updates. I highly recommend her!”
“Zelun was so good with our dog. We will definitely be using zelun in the future. He sent lots of photos and had great communication. He also brought Iggy on many adventures each day like the park and nice walks!”
“François is an absolutely amazing individual with dogs. He has a really big yard, a patio and the woods nearby which kept my pupper happy. More so than that - this was the second time I’ve boarded him with François, and around this time my dog was too eager to go with him. He’ll emotionally invest into your dog, ask important questions and your dog will have fun! 10/10 recommend, and will come back.”
“Absolutely fabulous! Robert and his family took the best possible care of my dog, and provided lots of love and belly rubs. He sent pictures twice a day which we looked forward to. Couldn’t not have been a better experience for my dog and for us. ❤️🐕🦺❤️”
“Betsy and her family created a welcoming environment that made it easy for our nervous dog to adjust. Betsy gave him all the care and attention he needed and was super responsive through our vacation. We will try to book again before we move.”
“Junho might be the best sitter in the North Cambridge area. When it comes to caring for your dog, the most important aspect is genuine love and care. You can tell that your dog is having a blast by checking the constant photos and live updates from Junho. As you can see from those photos, it's easy to tell how much love my dog was given during this stay. Furthermore, Junho was really flexible in fitting my schedule, which was out of the ordinary due to having a baby. If you need someone to take care of your dog, it's Junho”
“Hong made me feel really comfortable leaving my pup with him. He was super organized about my dog's needs at the meet and greet, provided plenty of updates and pics during the stay, and was overall a pleasure. I knew my dog was in good hands while I was away!”
“I had such a wonderful experience. Shuhua went above and beyond to make sure lilac was well taken care of. I got lots of updates & pictures and she was exceptionally kind. I will definitely be booking again.”
“Ling & Ye are the best! They took great care of our active dog, giving her plenty of walks and playtime and following the care instructions we provided. We got pictures throughout the weekend, and Paloma came home a sleepy, happy pup😊”
“Kira and Steve are the best- Winston always has a great time and comes home happy and sleepy! They are true dog lovers and take great care to make sure you always know how your dog is doing. Thank you!”
“Jing took incredible care of our dog and kept us updated through texts and photos on how he was doing throughout his stay. Weasley seemed like he was part of the family for the weekend, and we would highly recommend her for any future dog sitting needs!”
“Kristina was amazing with my pups! She was so warm, friendly and welcoming when I had my pups stay with her and her cute little puppy! They had plenty of backyard to run around in and played the entire time. She was fantastic about sending pics throughout the stay and keeping me updated on how they were doing. I would absolutely have her take care of my little ones any day!”
“Michiko and Clifford are great. This is the second time my dog stayed with them and they took great care of him both times. I look forward to more stays in the future. Thank you!”
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Cat caregivers near you - Newtonville
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Julia was great with our shy kitty, and even was able to give her some scratches and attention, which is pretty huge! Communication was great, and I would love to have her back in the future.”
“Carol was so attentive to my kitties while I was out of town! She left thorough updates after of her visits. I can tell that the cats got lots of pets because they were so soft when I came back home! Thank you Carol! ??⬛”
“Jordan was an amazing sitter! The house was perfectly clean and Cosmo seems so happy. Jordan was very communicative and sent detailed daily summaries and photos. It was also so kind of her to cat sit during the holidays! I would definitely book Jordan again.”
“I would give 10 stars if I could. I went on a two week vacation and very anxious about leaving my two Maine Coons for such a long time. We had JB house sit and she not only took care of the cats but my many plants as well. I am so relieved to have her as a trusted care giver for my fur babies!”
“Took really good care of my fur babies and was conscientious and tidy in my apartment. Loved the updates and photos! I will definitely re-book and it made me very comfortable in a stressful work event that I knew my cats were taken care of, especially my newly diabetic cat!”
“Aida was wonderful! I needed last minute care for my cats while I was away and she was able to do it. She was prompt and paid attention to details and my kitties were very happy! Would gladly hire her agai !”
“Kathleen took great care of my two cats! She was very thorough with their care, asking additional questions to make sure they had their needs met. I would certainly book with her again!”
“Sandra took great care of our normally bashful cat Honey and Honey seems to have really loved Sandra. Sandra was really responsive and always let us know if she had to shift around a check in time. Overall our little cat was in great hands the whole time and we’re really grateful for the time Sandra spent with her.”
“Sue was really excellent with my 2 kitty’s! I took a week vacation out of the country and Sue did such a great job watching my cats and it really set my mind at ease. They both have different needs and Sue took the time to make sure they each had what they needed! She even won over my shy cat which is not an easy task! Highly recommend!”
“I wish I could give Kathryn 6 stars! She's thorough, compassionate, and trustworthy. She's done great worh our shy cat and handling medication with our kitten. We can't recommend her enough!”
“Taylor was absolutely fantastic to us and our two cats! We were away for 9 days and Taylor was dropping by twice a day to take care of them in our home. She was extremely responsive, attentive to our asks and instructions, and gave our cats a great time while we were away. To be honest, I bet they're gonna be disappointed to find out we are back because of how much fun they had with Taylor. She's quite a photographer too, detailed photo reports always made our day. Highly recommend :)”
About: I’ve taken care of cats for years and have done cat sitting jobs for members of my community. I am also the designated cat sitter for all of my friends’ cats, and they can vouch for me! I spend time with cats when taking care of them and give them a lot of love. I have met cats with many different personalities and am comfortable with providing medication care as well.
“Kay did a nice job with drop in visits for Ted. She sent plenty of photos with her very detailed updates, and was always very responsive to messages. Will definitely use her services again.”
“"Marina is absolutely wonderful! From the start, she was reliable and incredibly helpful, making the whole process stress-free. She has a very calm and patient energy that immediately put my mind at ease. She followed every single instruction to the letter and showed such a caring attitude toward my home and pets. I highly recommend Marina, and I’m already looking forward to having her watch my kitties again!"”
“It was pleasure to have Traci stay at my home! She made me feel really comfortable and followed all the Instructions given. She even looked after my Bonsai trees.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Newtonville
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Vista had so much fun during daycare with Junho and Boki! Junho was very communicative of how Vista was doing, making sure she had everything she needed to enjoy her days, from her food, to play and outside time. It is clear that he truly loves dogs and I would recommend him to anyone looking for someone with a kind heart to care for their pet.”
“Ismael was great! He took good care of our 1 year old dog, sent us updates periodically, was flexible on drop off and pick up time, and communicated well. We will definitely be going back to him.”
“I could not be happier with Maria and Caesar. My dog, Gary, can be a nervous little guy but by day 2, he was already happy to see Caesar at drop off and Caesar was excited to see him too! Maria sends me pictures and updates every day Gary is with them which gives me peace of mind while I’m at work. They’ve been really flexible with drop off and pick up times and have even accepted last minute bookings. I can’t say enough good things about Maria and Caesar and if Gary could talk, I’m sure he would say the same.”
“We are so happy we found Jenny! Our dog Uli loves going to her house. Jenny takes such good care of him, sends us lots of pictures and videos and treats him like her own. We would absolutely recommend Jenny to anyone!”
“she is very kind and compassionate. Great person. She is taking care of my dog with hip problems. I can leave my dog with no hesitations. Thank you Sue.”
“Charlie has been an exceptional dog sitter. He is reliable and genuinely cares for my dog, who is always happy and relaxed after spending time with him. Charlie follows instructions carefully, communicates clearly, and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure my dog is well cared for! I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a trustworthy and caring dog sitter.”
About: I've spent my entire life around pets and shared seven wonderful years with my golden retriever before she passed. Because I've always had animals in my home, I completely understand how hard it is to leave them with someone new. Even without a backyard, we stayed active with daily neighborhood walks and trips to local dog parks, and my home is fully stocked with toys to keep pets entertained. You can count on me to treat your furry family member like my own, send you frequent updates, and strictly follow all of your care routines. I work 9-5 on the weekdays but have plenty of flexibility to ensure your pet is taken care of both inside and outside. I will spend time with and provide constant attention to your pet, with additional stimulation given by my own dog. I have a spacious, smoke-free apartment where my 5-year-old Golden Retriever enjoys roaming. Your dog would be walked on leash and taken out multiple times throughout the day for pee and play. My home is a safe environment with visibility to ensure your pet is in good hands.
“Ling & Ye took great care of our pup, Truffles! They sent a lot of photos throughout the day and kept us posted. They also took Truffles for multiple rounds of walks.”
About: I have had dogs almost my entire life. I have been pet sitting on dog vacay and rover for the last several years , before my dog Dora passed away two years when she was 14 years of age. I stopped pet sitting , and was grieving for a while. I am now ready to get back to dog sitting , and want to experience joy of pets again, even if on a temporary basis. I have two children , 8 and 4, and they have been exposed to dogs and cats until recently . We want to have a chance to play with doggies again, and love them! At the moment I am unemployed, and home with my 4 year old. A dog would easily fit in our daily routine, as the dog parents require. I live in a condo association, on the third floor. I do not have a yard, but I will be able to walk your doggie.
“Yi W. Was very responsive and took great care of Duke. She was also very open to my guidance about Duke’s needs and routine. She sent regular updates and photos. I recommend her and will take Duke back to her.”
“Our dog has a great time with Lee! We were looking for a slower paced daycare option as she gets older (daycare facilities tend to be too overwhelming for her), so Lee and his dog Sharif have been a great alternative for keeping her entertained, but not completely overwhelmed / exhausted.”
“My 14 week old pup had a great time at Andrea’s. She was thoroughly tired when she got home. Andrea sent photos throughout the day and I felt confident my pup was in good hands.”
“Sunil is so kind and attentive, and devoted to making your dog happy. She was careful to ask about treats and how to make my shy pup comfortable. Highly recommended and I hope to use her again soon.”
“We had a last-minute emergency when our original sitter had to cancel, and Sean truly came to the rescue. We reached out on Thursday, and he kindly agreed to take Gianni for Saturday. He got us out of a real bind, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Thanks to him we didn't have to cancel our trip. Sean took incredible care of Gianni. He went on hikes, played all day with Sean’s dogs in the yard, and came home tired and happy. Sean was so kind, communicative, and very accommodating. Honestly, we wish he lived closer so he could be our regular sitter. The only downside is that I think my dog was a little disappointed to come back home! lol We highly recommend Sean 10/10. I cannot explain how much we appreciate him for taking such great care of Gianni.”
“Splash had a great day with Natsuko and Luna! The dogs played very well together and were well walked despite the rain. My dog came home happy and tired. Great updates throughout the day!! Splash is looking forward to playing again.”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Newtonville
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Julia was great! Totally reliable, pleasant and kind. Our dog can be wary around new people, but he warmed up to her just about instantly. She knows how to work with “nervous” mutts. I’ll definitely request her again if I need a dog walker.”
“Sunny is fabulous with animals. Our Austrailian Cattle Dog is not the easiest of breeds and he formed a rappore with her very quickly. Sunny is also responsive, responsibile, and a pleasure to work with, I highly recommend her!”
“Kathleen walked our 2 dogs while we were away on vacation--we are so grateful! Our dogs are sometimes territorial and slow to warm up to new people but they love Kathleen. She has such a nice way with them!”
“My family and I made a great choice picking Carol. We were at ease knowing that she would show up everyday as requested. We will book her again for sure. Thank you Carol!!!”
“Five stars doesn’t feel like enough- I highly recommend Charlie! My dog’s excitement level goes through the roof when I say Charlie’s name. Charlie’s responsible, caring, fun, and shows a genuine love in caring for animals. I feel a real sense of comfort having such a kind and attentive sitter for my dog! I’m truly grateful!”
About: Hi! I’m from Brazil and looking for pet sitting opportunities in my free time. I have two dogs back home — one is a 9-year-old pitbull with skin cancer, and the other is a rescue who also survived cancer. My love for animals runs deep. I’ve always cared for them with all my heart, and I’d be happy to do the same for your pet! Pet sitting fits perfectly into my life because it combines my love for animals with my flexible schedule. Taking care of pets feels natural to me — it’s something I truly enjoy and do with heart. I’m available for dog walks and pet sitting at your home! I love spending time with animals and will take care of your pet with lots of love and attention. Let me know how I can help!
About: Hi, I’m Sabrina! I’ve been caring for pets for 8 years, and nothing makes me happier than getting to know each animal’s unique personality. I work with both dogs and cats and have experience with everything from tiny puppies to slow‑moving seniors, from shy kitties to big, energetic dogs. I grew up in a family that owned two Shar‑Peis, so I’m very comfortable with stubborn, reactive, or strong‑willed breeds. I understand body language, thresholds, and how to build trust with pets who need a little extra patience. Whether your dog is still learning manners or your cat prefers a quiet observer, I meet every animal where they are. I currently have a very open schedule, so pet care fits easily into my day. I’m home most of the time and can adjust to your pet’s routine, whether you need morning, midday, or evening visits. I care for pets in their own home so they can stay relaxed in a familiar space. I follow your routines exactly, keep your home secure, and double‑check doors and gates before leaving. I’m respectful of your space and send updates so you always know your pet is safe and comfortable.
“Traci has been perfect for our girl. We are so grateful that she was able to take Cora for a walk on such short notice. She then helped create a plan for us as we only adopted Cora a week ago! We look forward to hopefully many more walks with Traci.”
“Scout had a great first week with Aaron - she seemed happy with the walks and very comfortable with him. From the human side, he's a good and responsive communicator, and responsible around scheduling and closing up the house. He clearly loves dogs and has a good way with them. Thumbs up!”
About: I’ve taken care of dogs since I was a child, often taking on the role of the neighborhood pet sitter when families go out of town. I love all animals, (especially cats and dogs) providing them with care and attention as if they were my own. I’m currently a freelance musician and part time violin teacher, so I often have mornings and afternoons free, and sometimes weekends too, for pet care. I’m so happy to take care of your pets, so they will have my complete attention when I am with them. Your pet’s safety is my priority when they are in my care!
“Claudia was great! I highly recommend her for dog-walking. She was prompt, friendly, and clearly very good with dogs. She took careful notes on all of Milo’s needs and preferences the first time we met, making me feel very at ease. Thanks, Claudia!”
About: I have hands-on experience caring for dogs and pets of all personalities, providing dependable and compassionate care tailored to each pet’s individual needs. From daily walks and playtime to feeding, companionship, and in-home pet sitting, I treat every pet with the same love, patience, and attention I would give my own. I am currently working part time as a dog walker Monday-Thursday 9-2. I have availability after 2 or before 9 and I have availability Friday-Sunday all day. I prefer to care for pets in the clients home depending on the service needed. I have 2 dogs of my own so I don’t have the room to board in my own home.
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Large dog specialists near you - Newtonville
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Thank you Alex so much for taking care of Moab during July 4th weekend. Alex accommodated short notice boarding and very flexible with pickup/drop off time. Tons of update pictures he sent throughout the days. No issues with the stay whatsoever. I trust Alex caring for my senior dog. I will definitely use Alex next time when I’m out of town. No doubt!”
“Natalie is phenomenal!!! She took such great care of Teddy. Her communication was outstanding, sending pictures and texts throughout the day. Such a sweet and kind person that you will feel so comfortable leaving your dog with.”
“Julie did an amazing job taking care of our cat, Cal! He is usually shy and fearful of strangers, but she was incredibly patient with him and soon coaxed him out of his shell. Julie also did a great job of sending us a constant stream of pictures and updates. I highly recommend her!”
“Zelun was so good with our dog. We will definitely be using zelun in the future. He sent lots of photos and had great communication. He also brought Iggy on many adventures each day like the park and nice walks!”
“François is an absolutely amazing individual with dogs. He has a really big yard, a patio and the woods nearby which kept my pupper happy. More so than that - this was the second time I’ve boarded him with François, and around this time my dog was too eager to go with him. He’ll emotionally invest into your dog, ask important questions and your dog will have fun! 10/10 recommend, and will come back.”
“Absolutely fabulous! Robert and his family took the best possible care of my dog, and provided lots of love and belly rubs. He sent pictures twice a day which we looked forward to. Couldn’t not have been a better experience for my dog and for us. ❤️🐕🦺❤️”
“Hong made me feel really comfortable leaving my pup with him. He was super organized about my dog's needs at the meet and greet, provided plenty of updates and pics during the stay, and was overall a pleasure. I knew my dog was in good hands while I was away!”
“Kira and Steve are the best- Winston always has a great time and comes home happy and sleepy! They are true dog lovers and take great care to make sure you always know how your dog is doing. Thank you!”
“This is the second time we have Monet at Marissa’s place. She took a great care of Monet. And from Marissa’s photos, we could tell that Monet was enjoying the stay so much! Thank you!”
“Coco had a great time with Su and enjoyed her vacation at his house. Su kept us updated daily and honestly I don’t think Coco wants to come home with us at the end of the week. Su is totally trust worthy and easy to work with. I won’t be looking for any other sitter to leave my daughter with but him! Thank you for being so loving and caring to Coco!”
“Sean is simply the best. Bailey absolutely adores Sean (and his pup friends) as do we. He takes such good care of him - takes him on walks/hikes, gives him so many hugs and allows him to sleep in his bed. Thank you Sean for all you do!”
“Paul is just the best. Very communicative and makes pick up & drop off super easy. Love the frequent picture updates of our dog’s staycations. Gives us peace of mind that Thomas is getting constant care and attention when we’re out of town. Thankful to have found Paul on Rover and I know Thomas is, too! Highly recommend.”
“Isabella was great! She attended to my dog perfectly and was extremely communicative, updating with lots of pictures and videos. I highly recommend and would definitely use her again!”
“Ann and her husband took incredible care of our dog. She sent updates and photos regularly while we were away. She was also very accommodating with the drop off and pick up schedule, and was able to accommodate a last minute schedule change. It’s clear that Ann and her husband are dog lovers and go and beyond in their care. We will definitely use them again!”
“Katheryn was absolutely amazing with her care of our two greyhounds. She was very communicative and attentive to their needs. I highly recommend her and her husband and will trust her with our pets any time! Thank you!”
“Charlie had a great stay with Christina! I was nervous leaving Charlie and Christina sent photos throughout the stay so I could see what she was up to. Charlie had lots of walkies and snuggles and enjoyed her visit.”
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