Petme · Cat sitting · Charlestown, Boston

Cat sitters close to home in Charlestown, Boston

0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan. $24–$38 per visit in Charlestown.

Colonial rowhouses, Bunker Hill loops, Navy Yard waterfront condos. Walks revolve around Bunker Hill Monument and Navy Yard. Cats stress less at home. Petme cat sitters in Charlestown come to your apartment for drop-in visits, feed and water, scoop the litter, refresh the play, and send a photo update. Twice-daily visits are the standard cat-sitting pattern in Boston; full house sitting is the upgrade for cats with separation anxiety or complex medical needs.

Find a cat sitter in Charlestown

0% owner fee + cashback

$59better off on Petme

Booking$420

On Petme$407+$13 Cashback

Typical platforms$466+$46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

Owner service fee in Charlestown

$22,000

maximum toward eligible vet costs

$24–$38

Per drop-in visit

4.9 / 5

Average sitter rating

Verified pet sitters in Charlestown

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5 average from 1 reviews by Charlestown pet parents

Saleia

Availability confirmed 7d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

fun and loving!

Boston

From $35

Mariana

Availability confirmed 10d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

meow! mari’s got you!

Cambridge

From $10

AnnaRose

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

I've spent years raising a super high-energy, reactive husky mix, and volunteering in shelters, so I'm used to handling 'spicy' cats and anxious dogs with a lot of patience.

Boston

From $15

Ava Simpson

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi I am Ava Simpson! Taking care of dogs and cats has been a small side hustle of mine for the past three years in my hometown. I defiantly want to continue doing so in Boston!

Boston

From $15

Logan

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi! I’m Logan and specialize in walking / caring for strong and active dogs who need plenty of exercise. I don’t discriminate though, and can cater to all types of pet and doggie needs!

Boston

From $20

Aldair Serrano

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I love pets; it would make me very happy to look after your animal

Revere

From $50

Valentina

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

your pets second home

Malden

From $20

Keira

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Caring, responsible and communicative animal lover looking to spend more time with pets while helping out pet owners in need! ⭐️

Milton

From $10

Mac

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Votet Best Of Boston's Top Dog Walker/ Boarder For The Last 3 Years Running!

Lynn

From $25

Meghan Masterson

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few days

experienced pet care you can trust

Waltham

From $25

Oriana

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Happy walks, happy paws.

Waltham

From $18

Maria

5(1)

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within an hour

Pampered Pet! I give lots of updates and photos for your peace of mind. Happy to take special needs/elderly dogs as well. We love them all!

Sudbury

From $85

Valeria

Availability confirmed 14d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Brockton

From $20

Tiffany

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi, I'm Tiffany. im a full time working SAHM and pet parent

Lowell

From $15

About Charlestown

Cat sitting in Charlestown, what it actually looks like

Charlestown is the colonial-era neighborhood across the Charles from the North End: brick rowhouses on Monument Square and Winthrop Street, the Bunker Hill Monument as the central landmark, and a fast-growing condo strip along the Navy Yard waterfront. Hood Park (a newer redevelopment) anchors the inland green space; Doherty Park and the Charles River paths cover daily walking needs.

Charlestown sitters skew young-professional with a steady share of long-tenure townhouse owners on the Monument and Winthrop blocks. Booking patterns favor weekday morning walks for commuters using the Orange Line (Community College / North Station) and weekend boarding for Cape and ski-trip travel. The breed mix tracks Back Bay and the South End: Frenchies, Goldendoodles, Labs, with growing Goldendoodle representation in the Navy Yard condos. Brick sidewalks and steep slopes (Monument Square hill, the Winthrop Square climb) shape winter walking routes.

Where cat sitters work in Charlestown

Petme cat sitters in Charlestown know the local routes. Top spots: Bunker Hill Monument, Navy Yard, Doherty Park, Hood Park.

Breeds in the Charlestown booking mix

The most-booked breeds across Charlestown on Petme right now: French Bulldog, Goldendoodle, Labrador. Filter by breed when searching.

The cashback maths

What 5 drop-in visits in Charlestown actually cost

Worked example at $31 per visit, the midpoint of the Charlestown example range. Each sitter sets their own rate, and it is the same either way; the difference is what each platform stacks on top.

Line item	Petme	Typical platforms
Sitter rate (5 × $31)	$155	$155
Pet-owner service fee (~11%)	$0	~$16
Cashback earned	−$5	n/a
Effective cost	$150	$171

$22,000 Protection Plan is included in the Petme price. Competitors charge separately or cap medical reimbursement.

How it works

Find a Charlestown cat sitter in three steps

Search Charlestown

Pick your dates, browse verified Petme cat sitters in Charlestown. Read profiles, reviews, breed experience, and house rules before reaching out.

Meet in person

Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, walk them past the doorman or building staff, confirm routines and medical needs.

Book + earn cashback

Confirm in-app, sitter is notified instantly, $22,000 Protection Plan kicks in immediately, and cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance when the booking ends.

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Pet care services in Charlestown, Boston

Pet Boarding

Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Charlestown, Boston

Dog Walking

Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Charlestown, Boston

House Sitting

In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Charlestown, Boston

Drop-in Visits

Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Charlestown, Boston

Doggy Daycare

Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Charlestown, Boston

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about cat sitting in Charlestown

How do Charlestown sitters handle the Monument Square hill in winter?

Carry paw balm and route around the steep brick stretches between Bunker Hill and Winthrop Square once ice forms. Main Street and the Navy Yard waterfront stay salted and safer. The Tobin Bridge ramp area is avoided during snow events.

How much does pet sitting in Charlestown cost?

Boarding $60 to $90 per night, walks $23 to $33 per 30 minutes. Charlestown pricing tracks the South End and Fenway: below Back Bay and Beacon Hill, above Allston-Brighton and Dorchester.

Will my Charlestown sitter walk to the Bunker Hill Monument area?

Yes, the Monument and the surrounding 4-acre park are part of the standard Charlestown walking loop. The on-leash brick paths are clear most of the year; the hill itself is gentle on senior dogs in dry conditions.

Can I find a sitter near the Navy Yard condos?

Yes, growing inventory. Sitter density is highest at One Charlestown and the Hood Park development. Filter by "small-dog only" if your tower has a 35-lb building cap; most do.

How much does a cat sitter in Charlestown cost?

Single drop-in visits run $24 to $38 per visit in Charlestown. Twice-daily visits run roughly twice that. Overnight house sitting (sitter stays in your home) runs higher. Petme charges 0% owner fee on top.

Is drop-in or house sitting better for my cat?

Drop-ins (20-30 minutes, twice daily) work for most cats and are cheaper. House sitting (sitter overnight in your home) suits cats with separation anxiety, complex medical needs, or unusual routines.

Can a Charlestown cat sitter give insulin or oral meds?

Many can. Filter for "medical experience" and mention specifics (insulin, SubQ fluids, oral meds, eye drops) in the booking request. The sitter confirms before accepting. $22,000 Protection Plan covers in-stay incidents.

What about multi-cat households in Charlestown?

Petme adds 0% owner fee on multi-cat add-ons. Many Charlestown sitters specialize in 2 to 4-cat households, a common setup in dense city apartments.

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