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Jayden L.

Animal Sitter

Portland, CT

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned several animals in my life time, ranging from kittys, dogs and birds! Although Ive never gotten paid to animal sit.
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I Love Pets!!

Portland, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sara and I have grown up with and around plenty of different pets! I myself have had various breeds of dogs (all big) throughout my time of growing up, I have had hamsters, birds and even a cat!! I love animals with all my heart and love being able to make them happy by going on walks or playing!
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Pet Sitter

Glastonbury, CT

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
I have been pet sitting for about 5 years now. I have a dogs of my own- Pekingese and have been around all types of breeds of dogs. I have experience with cats, dogs, birds, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and fish.
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Middletown, CT

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover and a very responsible helping hand! I have a dog of my own and have grown up with them, as well as small pets (fish, birds, hamsters, you name it!) I would be happy to help as I know how much pets really mean to a family. Please contact me if you think I could be a good fit for your family's needs!
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Pet Sitter

Newington, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello everyone! I can help you and your family take care of your pets too :) I grew up with dogs, cats, and birds.
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Pet Care Giver

Wethersfield, CT

from
$25/hr
I am available to come to your home to care for a variety of pets. I have 2 cats, 1 dog, 1 bird, 1 rabbit, 1 Bearded Dragon. I have had a horse, guinea pigs, mice, hamsters, snakes, all sizes of rabbits, dogs, cats. I have rescued wild animals as well and worked with wildlife workers to rehabilitate them. I have experience with...

Moodus, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
I am a very experienced pet sitter! I worked for a private pet sitting company for over 3 years and have privately pet-sat for over 5 years. I love animals! Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles; I have experienced caring for them all :-). My rate is negotiable, depending on the type of service needed.
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West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am an animal lover who is looking to help care for your little furry or scaly family when you are away or can't get home in time! I have years of experience either owning or caring for dogs from Beagles to a Newfoundland. Currently, I work full-time at a non-profit, but love taking care of animals when I'm not working!...

Lindsay A. says "We've had Andrea come take care of our 2 cats and elderly dogs on 2 occasions when we were out of town. She's been wonderful! Very reliable, experienced,...

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Animal Care Giver/house Cleaner

Killingworth, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dog training
grooming
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Sandy. I have many years of experience with dogs, cats and birds. Also well versed in pet nutrition. Have raised many a dog over the years. At present my oldest dog just turned 17. I am comfortable around large and small animals. Enjoy taking them on walks, training, grooming , playing and just hanging out. Very...

Maria C. says "Sandy is a dependable housekeeper, and her work is always wonderful to come home to! She doesn't even mind when my kids forget to pick up toys, or a few...

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Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is Destiny I have 2 years experience with Cats, Dogs, Birds I love animals I have 1 dog and 1 cat of my own I have always had a passion for animals since a young girl and my love for them has grown into adult hood. I started pet sitting when I was in middle school, when my close relatives would go on vacation.

Care Member says "Destiny is really loving to are animals she takes them for a walk 2 times a day play with them and feed them my dogs love her "

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Guilford, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
boarding
+ 1 more
I grew up with 2 dogs, 4 cats, 2 birds, a rabbit, and a fish. I currently have a hamster and 2 kittens.
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East Hartford, CT

from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love pets I own 3 puppies and I have breed puppies in the past. I've had cats, snakes birds and rabbits. I enjoy outdoors and taking walks.
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Part-Time Caregiver Available For All Kinds Of Pets!

East Hartford, CT

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I have grown up around animals my entire life. I have mainly had dogs, but also, 2 birds, hamsters, ferrets, guinea pigs, a rabbit, a snake, and countless fish. Although I have never actually owned any cats, I have previously done cat-sitting for a few weeks here and there. I love animals with all of my heart and would love to...
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Avon, CT

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi my name is Francesca & I love animals! Growing up I've had animals throughout my whole life (dogs, cats, bunnies, fish, birds). I've always been fascinated by them & the way they communicate with us. With my own personal experience & having been a dog walker for about a little over a year now i've found so much joy caring for...
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Bristol, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I won't pets my whole life. I have four dogs currently I have one exotic bully a pocket bully, a micro bully, and an English bulldog growing up. We always had animals in the house, birds cats, fish, hamsters, rabbits all you could think of.
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Avon, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience with dogs of various sizes (from a small Bichon Frise to a large Great Pyrenees). I also have experience with cats and birds. I hope to get the chance to meet your furry friend and help you/your family.
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A Well-rounded, Experienced Nanny And Pet Sitter.

Meriden, CT

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! With over 10 years of experience working with children ages 3-10, I bring a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to child care. My career began at Toys "R" Us, where I organized and led events for groups of up to 50 children, ensuring a fun and safe environment. Later, I worked with LEGO, running engaging and creative...
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Pet Care

Vernon Rockville, CT

from
$17/hr
I Love dogs have always had a dog in my life. Also have birds African gray, Greater sulfur crested coccoto and a yellow napp parrot.
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Love Love Love Animals

Windsor, CT

from
$17/hr
Grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
I adore animals. I have had fish, bird, dogs, cats during my lifespan. I treat them as if they are human. I have taken care of several animals as a caregiver I believe it ties into my occupation.

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  • 36 bird sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent bird sitter reviews from local parents in Portland, CT

Bird Sitters in Portland, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 36 listed bird sitters

Andrea K.

We've had Andrea come take care of our 2 cats and elderly dogs on 2 occasions when we were out of town. She's been wonderful! Very reliable,...

- Lindsay A.

Sandy R.

Sandy is a dependable housekeeper, and her work is always wonderful to come home to! She doesn't even mind when my kids forget to pick up...

- Maria C.

Destiny O.

Destiny is really loving to are animals she takes them for a walk 2 times a day play with them and feed them my dogs love her

- Care member

FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Portland, CT

A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Portland, CT, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.

Hiring a bird sitter near you in Portland, CT costs an average of $16.50 per hour as of June, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.

You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Portland. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.

While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Portland, CT completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.

You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Portland, CT.

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