Insured pet sitters in Boston
0% owner fee. Up to 5% cashback on every booking. $20,000 vet protection included.
Verified dog and cat sitters across Back Bay to Cambridge in Boston. No service fee for pet owners, up to 5% cashback on every completed booking, $20,000 vet protection included on every stay.
0% owner fee + cashback
$66better off on Petme
Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays up to 5% cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
Verified pet sitters in Boston
Browse verified pet sitters in Boston. Tap any sitter to see their services, rates and reviews.
5.0 average from 1 reviews by Boston pet parents
Tindra Cronkhite
tindracronkhite
🐾 Your Pet’s New Best Friend 🐾 • reliable, in the crazy city life • experienced with dogs & cats • young woman who loves to be active
Jami
carebyjami
Caring for your fur babies like my own!
Ashley
ashleyrcc
A dogs love is unconditional :)
Pat Tehan
cuddly_bear1367
College student in Boston with years of dog and cat experience, loving dependable pet care you can trust.
Michelle
michellek7
Animals have always been a huge part of my life. With years of hands-on experience caring for dogs and cats, I provide safe, dependable, and loving care so you can have peace of mind while you’re away
Gianna Torres
giannamt
I’m a Boston-based registered nurse and lifelong pet lover with experience caring for pets of all sizes, from energetic puppies to gentle giants. I want you to feel completely at ease knowing your pet
Leo
cranky_bear1848
Became a dad dog at age 10. Now I’m 21 with a cat who needs to pounce my feet through a blanket before he can go to bed
margalit shapiro-katz
inky_penguin1770
Veterinary assistant, Fear Free certified, and lifelong animal lover committed to treating your pets like family with expert care and lots of affection
Caroline
caroline369
Life long pet lover and owner
Maggie Mullen
quirky_fly1524
Elyana Canas
purring_dog1240
A safe option with lots of love!
Jamilyn Boyle
majestic_macaw1071
lifelong animal lover looking to walk dogs and do drop ins for dogs, cats, and any other small animals! I’ve had pets my entire life, from hamsters to big dogs I love them all with my whole heart!
Linh
linh.ngoc
Your pet’s favorite aunt 🩷
Maria
pamperedpup
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!
Serene Pet Care
hanapets
Serene care for your furry family 🐾 Home-based, loving & trusted.
Hannah
cuddly_tiger1027
Welcome new friends animal and human :)
The cashback maths
What you actually save on a typical booking
Worked example: a 5-night dog-boarding stay in Boston at $65 per night. The sitter sets the same rate either way — the difference is what each platform stacks on top.
| Fee-charging platforms | Petme | |
|---|---|---|
| Sitter rate (5 nights × $65) | $325 | $325 |
| Pet-owner service fee (~11%) | $35–$50 | $0 |
| Booking subtotal | $360–$375 | $325 |
| Cashback earned | — | −$16 |
| Effective cost | $360–$375 | $309 |
Competitor column reflects platforms that charge pet owners a service fee on top of the sitter rate (Rover, Wag, Care.com). Petme charges pet owners 0% and credits up to 5% cashback automatically into your Petme balance.
Comparison
Petme vs other US platforms
Protection and cashback
Protection and cashback, automatic
$20,000 vet protection on every booking
Every booking on Petme includes up to $20,000 in vet expenses if something happens during the stay. The protection is automatic, has no deductible, and applies whether you book one drop-in visit or a two-week boarding. No claim form to fill out before the vet visit: open a ticket from inside the booking and Petme support coordinates with the clinic.
Automatic cashback, no signup, no opt-in
When a booking completes, up to 5% cashback is credited to your Petme balance straight away. Use the balance toward your next booking, no expiry, no minimum. The more you book, the more comes back.
How it works
How it works
Search your neighborhood
Pick your dates, choose a service, and browse verified sitters in your part of the city. Read profiles, reviews, and house rules before reaching out.
Message in chat, meet in person
Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, share your pet's routine, and confirm any medical or feeding needs.
Book inside the app, get cashback
Confirm the booking, the sitter is notified, and up to 5% cashback lands in your Petme balance automatically when the stay ends.
Local context
Booking a sitter in Boston: what to know
Winter road salt and brick-paver cobblestones tear up paws between December and March. Boston sitters carry paw balm and rinse between blocks. January and February nor'easters trigger short-notice boarding cancellations and last-minute rebookings. University move-in (late August) and move-out (mid-May) drive the biggest cat-sitting surges as students leave town with cats they can't take. Marathon Monday weekend (third Monday in April), Thanksgiving, and Christmas-to-New-Year are the dominant boarding peaks. Red Sox night games and Bruins playoffs lift walk demand around Fenway and the North End.
By neighborhood
Pet sitters in every Boston neighborhood
Each Boston neighborhood has its own pet-sitter market. Petme covers 16 of them with verified sitters, neighborhood-specific pricing, and the local walking routes your dog already knows.
Pet care services in Boston
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Boston
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Boston
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Boston
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Boston
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Boston
Local know-how
Pet care resources in Boston
The emergency hospitals, shelters and dog parks Bostonowners and sitters actually use. Every detail below was checked against the organization's own site in June 2026.
Angell Animal Medical Center (MSPCA-Angell)
Emergency vet · Jamaica Plain. Nonprofit emergency and critical care hospital at 350 South Huntington Ave with 24/7 emergency service. Official site
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Boston
Emergency vet · Boston. Emergency-only animal hospital in Boston, open 24/7 including weekends and holidays. Official site
Animal Rescue League of Boston
Shelter and rescue · South End (10 Chandler St). Nonprofit animal welfare organization with its Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center at 10 Chandler Street. Official site
MSPCA Boston Adoption Center
Shelter and rescue · Jamaica Plain. MSPCA adoption center at 350 South Huntington Ave, open Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 4pm, closed Mondays and holidays. Official site
Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space at Peters Park
Dog park · South End. Boston's first city-sanctioned off-leash dog park, over 13,000 sq ft with a separate small-dog area, opened November 2007. Official site
Nearby metros
Pet sitters in cities near Boston
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are pet sitters in Boston really vetted?
What does the 0% owner fee actually mean in practice?
How does cashback work for Boston bookings?
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Can I cancel if my plans change?
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