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60 cat sitters are listed in West Hartford, CT
The average rate is $14/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 3 years
Cat sitters in West Hartford, CT
5.0
(1)
I am looking for a sitting , walking job I love animals I own 3 cats and 1 dog,
Your furry babies will be on great hands
Diana can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Hired Diana to do some cleaning and organizing for my house. It’s been so hard to find someone as responsive and communicative and willing to help as Diana! She will continue to help each month, fair prices and great work. 5 stars!!"
Care member
Ljiljana K.
Cheshire, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I provide cat and dog sitting service, I have a lot of experience taking care of animals and making sure that they're happy healthy and enjoying themselves. I only do pet care for one time needs not weekly recurring. I provide pet care for clients going on vacations , booking for summer now.
Ljiljana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Lilly does not only a great job of cleaning but will also work with you to unclutter your home. She is very thorough with her cleaning and will tackle big cleaning jobs as well. Not only does she clean but she's great with animals. Deals with my little zoo of 3 big...
Jacqueline D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, recently retired teacher with vast experience taking care of cats. I spend quality time with your cats giving them the extra play time and love that they crave when you are away. I am trustworthy, punctual, responsible, loving, and fun! I will play, pet, feed, water, clean up, talk, administer insulin to...
Nancy can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Nancy is very professional, very thorough, very caring. She loves what she does and does it very well. I have complete faith and trust in her and recommend her highly."
Tessa H.
Diane K.
Torrington, CT
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting, Equine Care, Equine Sports Massage, House Sitting, Elderly Care, Babysitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Pet care services- Pet Care Services include pet chauffeur, dog walker, pet sitter, house and farm sitter, recently Equine Sports and K-9 massage. I have years of experience handling dogs, cats and horses. I was in the cat rescue business. It happened purely by accident, and I have handled numerous expectant mama cats and their...
Diane can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"We have been really satisfied with Diane K. She loves animals very much and our pets like her a lot. She is educated, friendly and has a real knack for pet care and problem solving. We feel completely confident and comfortable having her in our home while we are...
Nikki W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional groomer with a background of training and pet sitting. I have had experience with farm animals as well. Working at stables caring for horses and being involved with 4H caring for cows. I have been involved with animals ever since I can remember. I worked under a veterinarian for 2 years establishing the...
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Jes has been walking and playing with my pups for several months now and I couldn't be more pleased with her. Experienced, responsible, reliable, excellent communication and my pups love her! She has even surprised me by teaching them a few things as well as...
Deb S.
I am currently a stay at home Mom of an energetic 4-year-old boy. We have 2 cats and a dog, and love fur babies of all kinds! I work one day a week as a vet tech and work another day at a horse barn. The rest of the time I'm home with my little man and we are available to make visits to pets that are home alone and in need of...
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Sarah K.
Meriden, CT
$10-20/hr
Animal Lover Looking To Share Quality Time With Your Pets - Part-time/Per-Diem
I grew up with a love for animals of all shapes, sizes, & colors. I have never not had pets in my life. I currently have 2 cats, 1 dog, & fish at home. I provide quality care such as walking, feeding, cleaning, play/exercise time, pet sitting, & loving your animal as if they were my own in your own home. I'm currently working as...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had pets. I have seven dogs and four cats, so I am versed in different types of care. I can care for puppies up to elderly dogs and the same goes for cats.
Cassidy can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
I'd describe my personality as quiet, positive, and mindful
I like working with animals because they are just the best! there is no other words to describe the joy and happiness they give us.
I'm looking for a job that will help me earn income and help pets to be happy when their owners are away and can't take care of them....
Jadwiga can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
I've been paid to watch dogs and cats now for over 4 years and have a love for animals! I'm patient and very loving! I've dealt with lots of different dog breeds and many cats!
Julia S.
Cromwell, CT
$15-20/hr
I am a proud cat mom. I have two cats of my own, age 12, and I've had them since they were kittens. In addition to their everyday care, I've also provided light grooming, administered medicine (when needed), and made sure to spend time with them regularly to keep them physically active. I have also cared for cats of close...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting
Betsy W.
Burlington, CT
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I would love to provide pet sitting in your home. I love all animals, specifically dogs and cats. I could also provide walks and feeding, playing and giving love and attention to your pet.
Betsy can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking
Evelyn B.
Glastonbury, CT
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Evelyn and I am currently a sophomore at the University of New Hampshire. I have vast experience with animals. Currently I have a dog, a rabbit, and a hamster. I use to ride horses and care for them as well. I frequently pet sit for my family friends, typically dogs or cats, but I'm willing to care for any...
Evelyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have been a dog owner for over 16 years. I currently have an Aussie & a Cattle Dog mix and am quite active with them. I have managed a dog/cat boarding facility, foster for 2 rescues and pet sit on an as needed basis.
Susan can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have worked as both a pet sitter and at a dog kennel! I have pets of my own, including a cat, a dog, a leopard gecko, and a pac-man frog. I have experience with animals of all shapes and sizes.
Emma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced with cats, dogs, fish and a few other small animals. Available to care for pets as needed on an occasional basis (holidays, traveling, business trips).
Alexis can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding
Hello! I have experience since my freshman year of high school with all kinds of animals: dogs, cats, bunnies, ferrets, chickens, goats, horses, ect. I attended an agricultural high school and gained experience with bathing, medication administration, handling and sitting. I worked at a professional doggie daycare for almost 2...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Megan B.
East Hampton, CT
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Megan, I am 22 and I am a pet lover. I am an owner of 2 ferrets and had a cat a minority of my life. I often dog sit for my sisters 2 big dogs and love to play with all animals. I also have 5 years experience with horses. My love for animals is bigger than you could imagine. I'd love to provide any help I can to...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! My names is Angelika and I am 24 years old! I mostly nanny or babysit children, however I have also done some dog sitting in the past for long weekends, and weeks. I love animals and I personally have a cat that I love very much. I would love to take care of your pet and treat it with love and care while you are away! Hope...
Angelika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello! I have experience with almost any animal you can think of; I've personally owned cats, dogs, hamsters, fish, raccoons, mice, snails, praying mantis, frogs, turtles, and ferrets. Along with animals I've owned I've been hired as a dog walker and pet sitter for many years. One family I pet sat for owned a small farm that...
Morgan can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in West Hartford, CT
Diana G.
5.0
Hired Diana to do some cleaning and organizing for my house. It’s been so hard to find someone as responsive and communicative and willing to help as Diana! She will continue to help each month, fair prices and great work. 5 stars!!
- Care member
Ljiljana K.
5.0
Lilly does not only a great job of cleaning but will also work with you to unclutter your home. She is very thorough with her cleaning and will tackle big cleaning jobs as well. Not only does she clean but she's great with animals. Deals with my little zoo of 3 big dogs and 2 cats. They love her.
- Jacqueline D.
Nancy O.
5.0
Nancy is very caring and sweet. She did a wonderful job caring for my 3 cats and caring for my house while we were gone (opening shades/windows, picking up packages/mail, etc). we would definitely recommend Nancy!
- Kathy B.
Diane K.
5.0
Diane has taken care of my multiple cat household on several occasions and gave them the care and attention and love that I would have given them myself. Always willing to stay at my house and house sit for me too ! She goes above and beyond what I ask of her and is undaunted by my monsters inc.!!...
- Caroline N.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica is fantastic! We're so glad we found her 3 years ago. She is a reliable, trustworthy and great with animals. Jess has a key to our house and I trust her completely with it. She watches our Boston Terrier for us while we're on vacation. Early on, when our dog was just a puppy, Jess would...
- Laura H.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in West Hartford, CT
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in West Hartford, CT?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in West Hartford, CT through Care.com will cost an average of $14.11 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in West Hartford, CT?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in West Hartford, CT. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 9 cat sitters in West Hartford, CT, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in West Hartford, CT?
The best cat sitters near you in West Hartford, CT have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in West Hartford, CT?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in West Hartford, CT if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in West Hartford, CT?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in West Hartford, CT, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.