Cambridge is a renters' city: 35,718 of its 51,275 occupied homes are rented, and 10,252 units sit in three and four unit houses. That shapes the care people book. A cat on an upper floor of a Cambridgeport or Mid-Cambridge three-decker is usually covered by drop-in visits, where the sitter climbs the shared stair, feeds the cat, scoops the litter and checks the windows. Dogs in East Cambridge or Wellington-Harrington apartments often get a midday walk from a dog walker. Overnight stays suit dogs that need company through the night. When you message a sitter, say which floor you are on and who holds the building key.
Cambridge, MA
Cat sitters, dog walkers and pet sitters in Cambridge, MA
Your cost is the sitter's own rate with a 0% owner fee, and cashback from each booking goes toward the next. That adds up when Harvard's winter recess sends people away for two weeks.
0% owner fee + cashback
$59better off on Petme
$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.
Cambridge, MA
Booking a sitter in Cambridge on Petme
0% owner fee
0% owner fee: you pay the sitter's own rate, from a one-off visit in East Cambridge to a long stretch away.
Cashback toward your next booking
Cashback lands in your Petme balance after each booking, so the next trip around MIT's January term costs less.
ID and background checked
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings, including around Cambridgeport.
Photos, videos and reviews
Sitters can share photos and videos, and owners leave reviews, so you can read up before a Fresh Pond walk.
Verified pet sitters in Cambridge
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
5 average from 1 reviews by Cambridge pet parents
Mariana
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
meow! mari’s got you!
Cambridge
From $10
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
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
Saleia
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
fun and loving!
Boston
From $35
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
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
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
Maria
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
Typical rates
What sitters in Cambridge usually charge
Sitters set their own rates. These are the usual ranges for the area; Petme adds no owner fee on top.
Drop-in visits
$25 to $44 a visit
Dog walking
$24 to $40 a walk
Triple-deckers, shared stairs and indoor cats
Freezing nights, short summers and the university calendar
The Logan Airport station across the river counts 92 nights a year below freezing, and January lows average 23.1, so a winter visit starts with the radiator and the water bowl. A sitter who checks the thermostat and the windows matters more than one who only refills the food. In summer the July average high of 82.1 turns a top-floor apartment with no air conditioning stuffy by afternoon. Travel follows the academic year. Harvard's winter recess runs December 20 to January 4, MIT's Independent Activities Period fills January 4 to 29, and MIT breaks again March 22 to 26. Book early for those windows.
Dog tags, leashes and the Fresh Pond rules
Massachusetts licenses no pet sitter or dog walker, but Cambridge does license dogs. Every dog over six months needs a tag for April 1 to March 31, and the tag has to be visible, so check yours before a sitter takes the leash. Dogs stay leashed outside the city's designated off-leash areas. Fresh Pond Reservation caps a handler at three dogs off lead, which is worth knowing if you ask a walker to take two dogs there. Danehy Park, Cambridge Common and the riverside path at Riverbend Park on Memorial Drive are the other places a walker will use. Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and Goldendoodles top the licensed list, so big-dog energy is the norm.
Pet care services in Cambridge
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Cambridge
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Cambridge
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Cambridge
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Cambridge
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Cambridge
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FAQ
Questions from Cambridge pet owners
Who is the best cat sitter in Cambridge?
Open the Petme app, search Cambridge and read the cat sitter profiles near you, since reviews and shared photos show how each one works. Message two or three and tell them your floor, your stairs and your cat's habits before you book.
What does cat sitting in Cambridge involve?
Cat sitting in Cambridge usually means drop-in visits for food, water, litter and a look around, because so many Cambridge homes are rented apartments and multi-unit houses. In winter the sitter checks the heat first. Overnight stays are an option if your cat does better with company.
How much does a pet sitter in Cambridge cost?
You pay the sitter's own rate, with no owner fee on top, so the price is whatever the sitter sets on their profile. Cashback from each completed booking lands in your balance and is applied to the next one, which lowers a repeat booking.
Is it safe to leave my home with a pet sitter in Cambridge?
Every sitter is ID-checked and background-checked before accepting any booking, and you can read owner reviews first. If a pet is hurt or falls ill during a booking, the Protection Plan can help with eligible vet costs, up to $22,000.
Where can I find a dog walker in Cambridge?
Search Cambridge in the Petme app and filter for dog walking, then compare profiles and reviews. Tell the walker your dog's license status, since Cambridge dogs over six months need a visible tag, and which of Fresh Pond or Danehy Park you prefer.
Can a dog sitter stay at my place in Cambridge?
Sitters on Petme can stay overnight in your home, which suits dogs that dislike being moved. Agree on the walk times, the building rules and your dog's leash habits first. Housing here is mostly rented, so confirm that your lease allows a guest.
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