Renters hold 22,769 of Quincy's 44,035 occupied homes, and 10,341 units sit in buildings of fifty or more. Cats in that stock live indoors behind a lobby door and a flat door, so a visit means fob access and a window check before the litter. Around Quincy Center and Marina Bay, a drop-in once or twice a day suits an apartment cat. Houghs Neck and Adams Shore lean toward houses, where a dog may do better with an overnight sitter or a longer midday walk. A dog in a flat with no yard needs a different rhythm from one with a fence, so say which you have when you message a sitter. Tell your sitter which door and which entry code to use before the first visit.
Quincy, MA
Pet sitters in Quincy, MA for dogs, cats and house sitting
Owners pay the sitter's own rate with a 0% owner fee, and cashback from each finished booking makes the next one cost less. Book early for the December 24 to January 1 school break.
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.
Quincy, MA
Booking a sitter in Quincy on Petme
0% owner fee
0% owner fee, so a sitter in Wollaston or Squantum charges you only their own rate and Petme adds nothing on top.
Cashback toward your next booking
Cashback from each completed booking lands in your Petme balance and takes money off the next one, handy by the February break.
ID and background checked
Every sitter is ID-verified and background-checked before taking bookings, which matters for fob-access flats in Marina Bay.
Photos, videos and reviews
Sitters can post photos and videos, and reviews from other owners help you choose before a walk at Merrymount Park.
Verified pet sitters in Quincy
ID check and background check on every profile. Rates and reviews when you open one.
5 average from 1 reviews by Quincy pet parents
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
Saleia
Availability confirmed 7d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
fun and loving!
Boston
From $35
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
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
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
Mariana
Availability confirmed 10d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
meow! mari’s got you!
Cambridge
From $10
Valeria
Availability confirmed 14d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Brockton
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
Meghan Masterson
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few days
experienced pet care you can trust
Waltham
From $25
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
Oriana
Availability confirmed 4d ago
Usually replies within a few hours
Happy walks, happy paws.
Waltham
From $18
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
Arianna Hagerty
Availability confirmed 8d ago
Usually replies within an hour
Your pets next bestfriend! 🐾
Plympton
From $10
Typical rates
What sitters in Quincy 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
$22 to $38 a visit
Dog walking
$21 to $34 a walk
Quincy Center flats and Houghs Neck houses need different visits
Hot July flats and freezing winter nights
Boston Logan, the nearest long-term weather station, logs ten days above 90F in a year, so a July visit starts with the cooling in a closed-up third-floor flat. Winter carries the bigger risk. January lows sit at 22F and the station drops below freezing on 92 nights a year. A coastal storm that cuts power turns a visit into a heat and water check for your cat or dog. School breaks set the travel weeks. Quincy Public Schools close December 24 to January 1 and again February 13 to 21 in 2027, which is when twice-a-day visits stack up. The April recess runs April 17 to 25, and classes finish June 23, so summer trips start right after. Ask for bookings early around those dates.
Leash rules and where Quincy dog walkers go
Quincy bars letting an animal go at large, and the city code defines that as being off the premises without a leash or cord. Areas the Park and Recreation Board signs as off-leash are the exception, and Quincy Dog Park is another stop. Walks inside Quincy Shore Reservation, a state park, need a DCR permit for commercial walkers, who are capped at eight dogs each. Merrymount Park and Squantum Point Park are two more green spaces in the city. Massachusetts licenses no pet sitter or dog walker, so the ID and background checks on Petme and the reviews from past owners do the vetting work. Ask your sitter which park they plan to use.
Pet care services in Quincy
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Quincy
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Quincy
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Quincy
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Quincy
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Quincy
FAQ
Questions from Quincy pet owners
Where can I find a pet sitter in Quincy?
You can find a pet sitter in Quincy by opening the Petme app, browsing sitters near your address and booking one directly. Each profile shows reviews from other owners and any photos or videos the sitter has posted. Message a sitter first to check they cover your street, whether that is Squantum or Houghs Neck.
How does cat sitting in Quincy work?
A cat sitter visits your home once or twice a day to feed, refill water, scoop the litter and check the windows. In a Quincy apartment building, share the lobby entry and flat door details before the first visit. You can message the sitter during the booking to check in on your cat.
Can I book a dog sitter in Quincy for an overnight stay?
You can ask a Quincy dog sitter to stay at your home overnight or to visit several times a day, and you agree which when you message them. Houses in Adams Shore or Merrymount often suit an overnight stay, while a flat may only need midday walks.
How does house sitting in Quincy work?
A house sitter stays in or visits your Quincy home while you travel, looks after the pets and keeps the place lived in. Agree the routine, key handover and any building rules first. Book early around the December and February school breaks, when travel peaks.
How much does pet sitting in Quincy cost?
You pay the sitter's own rate with a 0% owner fee for walks, visits and stays. Cashback from each completed booking goes to your Petme balance and applies to your next booking, so the next stay costs less. The rate list on the page shows typical local ranges.
Are dog walkers in Quincy background-checked?
Yes, each sitter on Petme is ID-verified and background-checked ahead of a first booking. You can also read reviews from other owners before choosing. If a pet needs a vet during a booking, the Protection Plan can cover eligible costs, with $22,000 available toward them.
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