Personalized care for your dog or cat - Waltham
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Waltham
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Francois took care of our senior dog recently we would highly recommend him . He communicated with us every day with text & pictures. Our dog being on the elderly side is very set in his ways & Francois took all his special needs into account. We returned home to a happy and relaxed dog.”
“Hong was great with our energetic 14-month old pup, Archie! Hong took Archie for multiple walks in the woods and dog park visits each day, and sent us photos and videos. We could tell that Archie was having a great time, and that the experiences were very enriching. Archie can have anxiety around new people, especially men, but he really seemed to bond to Hong which was great to see. Archie was totally relaxed when we picked him up, and seemed just as happy to stay at Hong’s house as to get in the car. We cannot recommend Hong highly enough!”
“Barbara was incredible - she was easy to coordinate and communicate with, sent plenty of photos and updates throughout his stay, and gave him lots of care and affection.”
“Even though I have never left my dog with a pet sitter before and was nervous about leaving him, Yulia put my mind at ease when I met her. I would definitely leave him with her again.”
“Lee and family were amazing with our dog! Great communication and he was very comfortable with them. We already have our next stay scheduled! Highly recommend. Thanks for taking such good care of him!”
“One more time Robert and his family took great care of our dog during our vacation week. Always responsive, regularly posting pictures of her having fun and very flexible with pickup schedules.”
“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!”
“Kira and her family are the best at taking care of our pup. we have been using her for close to a year, and we continue to leverage her because we know they are trustworthy and great. We get ≥daily photo updates, and our pup always comes back happy too. cannot recommend them enough!”
“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.”
“Oana and Oliver were great to our 2 year old dog who we hadn't left in a year due to Covid! They were flexible and very easy to communicate with. Our dog had a wonderful time with their dogs and was very happy to get so many long walks! They also have a very safe fenced in backyard for the dogs to play so I never worried! We also appreciated the wonderful photos! I would definitely recommend!”
“This is the second time Jennifer has watched our pup Tashi. She was also able to watch his buddy Murphy, a 13 year old Wheaten Terrier. Murphy is an older pup and needed additional care with more frequent potty outings, 3 different daily hand fed medication, and extra belly rubs! Jennifer did it all and more. She is great with the pups and reached out frequently with questions to ensure things were done correctly. She sends photos and updates through the day. It is so nice and relaxing to know your pup will be well taken care of when you have to be away from them.”
“Meichen and Tyler took a great care of my slightly senior dog while we were on our vacation. She sent daily updates and kept me up to date of all the walks and activities. At the start our dog had a few accidents due to her being nervous, but they were super understanding. Another thing is that Meichen is super super responsive! I really appreciate their care for our dog.”
“Max had a great time with Stefan and Elvia! We loved getting the frequent picture updates, which let us know he was in good hands and making new friends. Thank you for taking good care of our 4-legged family member.”
“Our dog Gus has stayed with Sue many times and he absolutely adores her! Almost as much as we do :) She is amazing with him and we always know he’s in great hands when he spends time at her house.”
“Thank you so much, Michiko and Cliff, for taking such incredible care of our Suki while we were away. Your love, patience, understanding, and daily updates made all the difference and gave us complete peace of mind. We are truly grateful for everything you did, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 🙏🐾”
“Gomer had a great time staying with Holly and having River as a play/house mate! Gomer was exhausted when we got home and I could tell he had fun staying for one night at Holly's. I so appreciated how Holly kept me updated on Gomer, was extremely responsive and overall, a pleasure to meet. I definitely plan to call Holly again for Gomercare!”
“Kim was wonderful with our dog Ziggy. She treated him as if he was part of her household! I received beautiful photos of him playing with her dog, her walks in the woods, and of him sleeping. I definitely recommend Kim. She has a caring way with her own dogs and my dog immediately seemed comfortable with her and them. Kim made me (and Ziggy) feel feel cared for!”
“Ann took wonderful care of Daisy for over a week. From the start, she was warm, kind, and very easy to communicate with. Ann and Jim created a great environment for Daisy, and we always felt she was in good hands. Ann made sure Daisy got plenty of time outside, including long walks and lots of opportunities to explore. It was clear that she genuinely cared about making sure Daisy was happy and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend Ann to anyone looking for a thoughtful, reliable sitter.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Waltham
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Longfei & Luning took amazing care of Cookie! I received lots of photos and videos and he seemed to have a great time :) He was a little sick during the stay and they promptly took him to the vet which I appreciated a lot. Thank you so much!!”
“Riley wrote comprehensive and in-depth reports every day, played with Greta quite a bit, took several pictures, and was always on time to spend time with Greta. I would absolutely recommend Rilee to anyone within the area who needed pet sitting services!”
“My cat loves Alyson and so do I! She took such great care checking in my 2 year old cat. She fed, cleaned, and played during the time I was away. She made sure everything was taken care. She was super communicative and easy to chat with while setting up details as well. Will rebook!”
“Earl and Yo-Yo are always so happy when Yick-Hong takes care of them. They are well fed and played with, the litter box is really clean, and Yick-hong communicates quickly with questions and updates. I will be booking him again!”
“Sandra has taken care of our cat a couple times now and has always done a great job. She’s very caring and our cat clearly really likes her too judging by all the pictures we received. Our last booking with Sandra was a longer one and we felt our little cat was in great hands and didn’t need to worry about her much at all.”
“Royce always goes above and beyond for our boys. During this trip, our cats popped their auqamat leaving water all over our carpet. Royce promptly let us know and took it upon herself to clean up the puddle. We are very grateful for such a great sitter!”
“Carol was great! She took excellent care of our cat, Xena, and even garnered enough trust with her to enable some handling and petting - and purring! I recommend Carol and will definitely work with her again !”
About: (she/her) I’m a relaxed and detail-oriented person who is excited to meet you and your pet! I love animals and will make sure yours gets the best care when you can’t be there. I have grown up around dogs most of my life, including two deaf and partially blind Aussies. Each pet has their own personality, habits (good and bad), and routines. I look forward to getting to know your pet and what you want to see for them each day to stay active, engaged, and healthy. I regularly dogsit for close friends for a week or more at a time and I’m well-attuned to local hazards to watch out for, such as the reactive dog in the neighborhood, salt on the sidewalks, and trash in the street. I do work a full-time job. While my schedule is hybrid and somewhat flexible to add in local walks or drop-in visits, my Rover profile is primarily set up for occasional weekend stays. I’m happy to coordinate with you on a case-by-case basis to figure out what works best for daily visits or a longer house stay. I have great attention to detail and am willing to learn each pet’s unique needs and routines. I have lived with and around many pets over the years and I understand the level of attention it takes to keep everyone safe, out of trouble, and happy.
“Highly Recommend! Kathleen is fantastic—caring, reliable, and attentive. My cat was happy and well cared for, and the updates gave me peace of mind. It’s clear that Kathleen truly loves animals and treats them like her own.”
“Stephanie is caring and attentive as ever and is now best friends with our demanding kitty. He was pampered with brushing and play time. She is a great sitter and our kitty is lucky to have to Stephanie take care of him.”
About: I’ve had cats since I was 8 years old. With the 16 years of experience with cats, I believe that you can tell a lot about a person by their cats personality. Like with every pet parent, I strive for the best with my cat. If you choose me to watch your cat, I will provide the best and safest environment for them. Do they need a room to themselves? You got it. Has explosive diarrhea? I have cleaning supplies. Medical issues? Another way to keep me on my toes. I hope you consider me as a prospective aunt to your kitter cat and can’t wait to fill up my camera role with adorable pictures. I look forward to hearing from you 💕
“Excellent as usual! This is the third time I’ve had Taylor come feed my cats and she’s always been wonderfully communicative, follows instructions, and really cares about the kitties. Can’t recommend enough!”
“Michelle is amazing!! She looked after our two cats for a week and was so good to them. They can be anxious when we’re away and Michelle was very caring and attentive to their needs. She was also highly communicative from the moment we first got in touch and throughout our time away, sending us detailed updates and lots of pics and videos of the cats, so we never had to worry. She went out of her way to spend lots of time with them and take care of things around the house that we didn’t even ask her to! We really appreciate her doing such a thoughtful and thorough job, and look forward to hiring her again. Highly recommend!”
“Soheila is an excellent sitter. She was very attentive to my cat’s needs, always responsive, and genuinely caring. She made the entire process easy and stress-free. Soheila was also incredibly friendly and professional. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate pet sitter.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Waltham
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Daisy had a great day with Stef! Stef met with us in advance to meet Daisy and learn about her daily routine and requirements. She made it very easy to drop Daisy off and pick her up and also sent a few pictures during the day. Stef took her out for three walks, one of them was a car ride away from Stef's home which was an adventure for Daisy. It was almost hard to get Daisy into the car as she didn't want to leave. Daisy was so tired that night and into the next day, but was very happy. We are looking forward to having Stef take care of her again!”
“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.”
“Sean was great and watched my pup on Christmas Day. He communicated effectively and I felt very comfortable leaving Sadie with him. He has a fenced in yard and she had a fun day. I would highly recommend him to watch your dog!”
“I just moved back to the area and I've taken my very active 1-yo dog to Ismael's house for the last several days and it's been great! Ismael and his wife are friendly, respond very quickly to texts, send photos, and in general have made life so much easier for me. My puppy and I are thankful we found them!”
“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.”
“David and Betsy are thoughtful and caring dog lovers. Their house and yard are set up perfectly so that dogs to feel right at home. They get to know the quirks of every dog in their care. And, they make sure that the dogs all get along and spend a day with a mix of activities and relaxation. We appreciate that they went out of their way to accommodate our special request when we needed daycare for our dog so that we could go to some medical appointments. We highly recommend David and Betsy to anyone (and any dog) looking for a great petsitting experience.”
“Yulia and her family are caring and considerate. Sheila, their 8 year old corgie was very cute and friendly too! Peppercorn loved staying with her and playing with her elementary school aged children.”
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.
“Jingjing and everyone in her family were so nice to Tori and took great care of her. On the second day I could see her already so comfortable in the house. I would strongly recommend this warm home!”
“Cardinal had so much fun at his small-dog play date!! I appreciated that Betsy took time for a thoughtful meet and greet so that I was sure he would feel comfortable! I was very happy that he could enjoy time outside of his crate with other dogs in a warm and caring environment! Will definitely book again!!”
About: I have a 3 year pup named Bowie and I grew up with dogs my whole life. I will love and spoil your furbaby as if they were my own. NOTE: my profile says I have 2 dogs but I only have 1. I watch my Mom’s dog a lot so I have her under my account as a customer of the services :) I’m currently out of work so I have an open schedule to focus on your pup. Bowie would love a playmate to zoom around with! I have a big complex and a little gated dog run on-site. I also have a big deck I gate off during the warmer months for patrolling. I have a 6 foot lead for extra security if needed. Bowie roams around the deck and takes in the sun or says hello to fellow friends when they walk by on the mini trails.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs and have always had them as part of my life, so being around animals feels very natural to me. My last dog, a 12-year-old schnauzer mix with complex needs, recently passed away, and caring for her through her senior years only deepened my patience, attentiveness, and understanding of dogs who need extra support or routine. I really love animals and treat every dog like my own—with kindness, calm energy, and lots of care. I understand how important it is to feel completely comfortable leaving your pet with someone, and I take that responsibility seriously. I’m available for morning walks and drop-ins and would love to help care for your pup!
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Waltham
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all kinds since I was a child. I have experience walking and pet sitting for dogs from puppies to adults and seniors. I am in the process of looking for a new job, which means that I currently have availability late morning to late evenings most days. I take safety very seriously. I make sure to follow any directions you leave behind. I only let dogs off leash in fenced in areas, and even then only with the owners permission. I make sure dogs and cats are safely indoors before I leave - and crate them if that is requested.
“Jess is incredibly kind and patient with my dog. My dog is sometimes slow to warm and very shy. Jess took the time to let him adjust. She goes above and beyond. My dog is high energy and Jess made every effort to make sure he ran and sprinted to get his energy out. Would definitely hire again!”
“Michelle is super friendly and sweet- she took the time to come meet my two dogs prior to her first walk with them. She did a great job keeping me updated on how the walk went and sent a few pictures!”
“Jacob is wonderful! Our shepard mix can be a real handful, but she loves walking with Jacob. Before his first day on the job, he researched using the gentle leader we asked him to use and memorized the list of commands we gave him. He's always responsive and conscientious. Truly a great dog walker!”
“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!!!”
About: Growing up my sisters and I started a dog walking business and offered our services to all the neighbors. We walked and played with dogs of all breeds and sizes! I’m currently working as a college softball coach and looking to fill up my my schedule! My schedule varies depending on the season, and my days being wide open in the off-season. I treat all pets like my own, making sure they are fed and played with like I know my Wayne would like. They deserve all the pets!
About: I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and devoted cat mom. Caring for my own pet has taught me the importance of patience, consistency, and attention to detail. I understand that every pet has unique needs and routines, and I strive to provide reliable, compassionate care. I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages so you can enjoy peace of mind while you’re away. • Flexible availability on weekdays and weekends. • Morning, afternoon, and evening visits available. • Happy to accommodate your pet’s regular routine whenever possible. • Prompt communication throughout your booking. • Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. • I carefully follow feeding, medication, and care instructions. • Attentive to changes in behavior, routine, and wellbeing. • Regular updates and photos provided with every visit.
“Jon is responsive, reliable, kind, and professional. He is great about letting us know when he’s on his way, his ETA, and then gives us a heads up before he knocks on the door. My dog is extremely anxious, and this has been challenging; Jon has been so accommodating, open to trying anything to get her to trust him, and clearly cares about her.”
“Ani is a fantastic choice for dog walking or dog sitting. From the first time she met with our dog , Shadow, I could tell how good she would be. She knew exactly how to draw Shadow in, and make her feel comfortable and connected. The second time, a month later, Shadow was ecstatic to see Ani again. That’s the proof evidence that I look for when determining if my dog is connecting and happy and safe with her walker/sitter. Ani is great at getting back to me promptly with the app, and provides lots of timely updates during her stay. She has been on time and very responsible and respectful of my home. Ani has been a delight to work with and we feel 100% comfortable leaving Shadow in her care.”
“Kerry is amazing, she helped me out at the last minute and was very accommodating. Very detailed Rover cards with photos which gave me a lot of peace of mind. Will definitely contact again!”
“Campbell was great! She was always on time and very responsive. She kept us updated throughout each of the walks. She was also very accommodating as there was a rainy morning during the week and she was able to reschedule for a later time in the day that worked best for us. I would highly recommend her for your dog walking needs! 5 stars!”
“I am SO glad I met Rilee! She is very responsive and responsible. She has been a huge help for last minute emergencies and takes great care to let me know how my boy is doing when I am gone. Definitely booking with her again!”
About: I have taken care of dogs and cats of all ages for over 15+ years. I treat every animal as if they are my own and truly love spending time with them. I’d love to help you out and care for your pet! I have a very flexible schedule with remote work and school. I can adjust my schedule as needed to best fit your and your pet’s needs. I would be happy to meet you and your pet in advance, if that’s something you prefer! I feel comfortable caring for pets of all ages and abilities.
About: I've been around dogs my whole life. I have cared for many of my own, neighbors', and friends' pets throughout my life. I love getting to know different dogs and their personalities, walking, and playing with them. I'm a local college student with a pretty flexible schedule especially in the summer and during school breaks. I am willing to accommodate for off hours. I have experience with difficult and anxious pets, as well as different sizes of dogs. I'm a pretty active individual, but also love to chill on the couch if that's more your pet's speed.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs for friends and family over the last 5 years. Responsible for 1-2 dogs at a time of all sizes 15-75lbs + cats. I’ve done walking, feeding, and over night stays up to a 10 days. Currently Hybrid work schedule which offers lots of flexibility to dog walk/sit. Most availability is from Friday-Monday. I go into the office located in Stoughton Tuesday-Thursday from 8-5pm and cannot provide afternoon drop ins on those days. I have experience caring for dogs in their own home (current apartment does not allow me to have dogs). I am clean and respectful and will follow alol instructions given.
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Large dog specialists near you - Waltham
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Francois took care of our senior dog recently we would highly recommend him . He communicated with us every day with text & pictures. Our dog being on the elderly side is very set in his ways & Francois took all his special needs into account. We returned home to a happy and relaxed dog.”
“Hong was great with our energetic 14-month old pup, Archie! Hong took Archie for multiple walks in the woods and dog park visits each day, and sent us photos and videos. We could tell that Archie was having a great time, and that the experiences were very enriching. Archie can have anxiety around new people, especially men, but he really seemed to bond to Hong which was great to see. Archie was totally relaxed when we picked him up, and seemed just as happy to stay at Hong’s house as to get in the car. We cannot recommend Hong highly enough!”
“Lee and family were amazing with our dog! Great communication and he was very comfortable with them. We already have our next stay scheduled! Highly recommend. Thanks for taking such good care of him!”
“One more time Robert and his family took great care of our dog during our vacation week. Always responsive, regularly posting pictures of her having fun and very flexible with pickup schedules.”
“Kira and her family are the best at taking care of our pup. we have been using her for close to a year, and we continue to leverage her because we know they are trustworthy and great. We get ≥daily photo updates, and our pup always comes back happy too. cannot recommend them enough!”
“Meichen and Tyler took a great care of my slightly senior dog while we were on our vacation. She sent daily updates and kept me up to date of all the walks and activities. At the start our dog had a few accidents due to her being nervous, but they were super understanding. Another thing is that Meichen is super super responsive! I really appreciate their care for our dog.”
“Max had a great time with Stefan and Elvia! We loved getting the frequent picture updates, which let us know he was in good hands and making new friends. Thank you for taking good care of our 4-legged family member.”
“Our dog Gus has stayed with Sue many times and he absolutely adores her! Almost as much as we do :) She is amazing with him and we always know he’s in great hands when he spends time at her house.”
“Kim was wonderful with our dog Ziggy. She treated him as if he was part of her household! I received beautiful photos of him playing with her dog, her walks in the woods, and of him sleeping. I definitely recommend Kim. She has a caring way with her own dogs and my dog immediately seemed comfortable with her and them. Kim made me (and Ziggy) feel feel cared for!”
“Ann took wonderful care of Daisy for over a week. From the start, she was warm, kind, and very easy to communicate with. Ann and Jim created a great environment for Daisy, and we always felt she was in good hands. Ann made sure Daisy got plenty of time outside, including long walks and lots of opportunities to explore. It was clear that she genuinely cared about making sure Daisy was happy and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend Ann to anyone looking for a thoughtful, reliable sitter.”
“Appreciate Paul’s attentive care to our 8-month old puppy and his honest feedback about how he was doing. Took him a bit to settle in but Paul was very patient and Timber clearly enjoyed his stay. Thanks Paul!”
“Moose had such a good time at Sean’s! Sean was quick with his responses and constantly kept us updated wth pictures and videos. When we met, he immediately asked us to come in and allowed us to see where Moose would be staying. He asked for any information he would need regarding Moose and what his routine is like. Moose got to run around outside with Remy, despite the rain which he absolutely loved. Absolutely will be using Sean in the future!!”
“Guillermo took care of our dog Amos for nine days. He was an exceptional care provider. He went above and beyond taking Amos to the vet, giving his prescribed medication and even returning to the vet for a refill. Amos had plenty of walks. We received many pictures of Amos which my family really enjoyed. I would definitely re-book with Guillermo.”
“What an awesome guy! Took time to get to know Tully before we even went away. He drove to the city to meet her. Then when we went away it was stress free because she was collected at our house and whisked away safely! Communication was amazing, and the continuous updates with both photos and texts was very reassuring. Would book again! Tully even made some new dog friends!”
“Janette and her family were so welcoming and loving with my dog, Ridley. We got lots of updates and photos of her enjoying her stay, and felt completely at ease leaving her in their care.”
“Kathryn was amazing with our dog Freya! She was friendly and flexible, which made everything easy from start to finish. Freya immediately felt comfortable with her and it felt like I was just dropping her off at a friends house for the weekend. We got updates throughout the weekend and could tell Freya was happy and well cared for. Highly recommend Kathryn to anyone looking for a warm, reliable sitter!”
“Jordan did an incredible job taking care of Spud for a last minute weekend boarding at her home. Spud clearly had a great time and was well taken care of. Much appreciated and would love to use her services again!”
“Julie watched our dog Winnie for a week while we were in Ohio, and she was absolutely great. She was very personable, kept us updated the whole time on how Winnie was doing, and sent plenty of pictures, which we really appreciated. I was a little worried because Winnie can be a lot to handle sometimes, but Julie did amazing with her and Winnie clearly loved her. We would definitely use her again and highly recommend her!”
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