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Natchaya V.

Animal Lover Available For Your Fur Babies

Avon, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Dogs and Cats lover is over here!! I have been walking dogs and cat sitter in the neighborhood of Harlem for about 5 years. I treat them like my own fur babies, I'll carry them if I can :) I take them to dog's park, walk around, or central park, play, change water, clean cat litter, feed them if needed with special...
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Aiko S.

Avon, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting for many years. I have two dogs and two cats of my own, and have had experience pet sitting both. I love all animals and I would love to pet sit for you!
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Leah V.

Avon, CT

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Leah, I'm 18 years old and I've been around dogs my entire life and I absolutely adore them. I've dog sit quite often and I've taken care of to up 5 dogs at once. I have a flexible schedule and would love to work during the summer before college. Please reach out if interested!
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Erica B.

Experienced Dog & Cat Sitter

Avon, CT

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Erica! I live in Avon, CT & have experience caring for both dogs & cats for 20+ years. I have a sweet & feisty cat of my own named Arlo. Please feel free to reach out if you're in the area! Daily drop in & overnight rates can be discussed depending on the job.
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Lilian P.

Love For Your Pets While You Are Away!

Avon, CT

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a lifelong pet owner and 3 years sitter. I have experience with both dogs and cats. I love all animals and cannot wait to meet your pet!
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Talia A.

Avon, CT

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up in a pet loving family (dogs, fish, rodents, etc.) and have my own cat now! I have plenty of experience pet-sitting for family/friends while they are on vacation and would love to do the same for you!
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Brian B.

Animal Lover

West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have cared for dogs and cats many times with many different breeds. I provide animal sitting services that include walking, feeding, exercising, and whatever else needs to be done. I will work with any size or age of animals.

Craig C. says "Brian was wonderful taking care of our 3 dogs, cat, fish, and chickens while we were away on vacation. Excellent communication, dependable, and reliable....

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Jess R.

Plainville, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
I have approximately five years of experience taking care of animals. I recently completed graduate school and am interested in becoming a reliable dog walker for a family. I work full time and am available to walk or pet sit part time.

Jamie P. says "I have used Jess for both pet care and child care and she is the best at both. With her experience as a social worker she always has the patience and...

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Linda K.

Pet Lover

Simsbury, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love animals and have taken care of some friends pets while they were away. I also had a diabetic cat for many years that I had to administer daily insulin shots to. Cant also perform light grooming!

Cara B. says "Linda is extremely responsible and reliable. Definitely recommend for pet care, errands or childcare. A+ service from Linda!"

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Kailee B.

Animal Lover For Household, Farm, Or Exotic Animal Care

Plainville, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover of all kinds and have my own 1-year-old Australian Shepard that keeps me entertained and on my toes! I am currently available for dog/cat sitting, but I am also open to discussing other situations/pets. I have had the opportunity to work with baby tigers, kangaroos and other small wild/exotic animals and...
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Roseanna W.

Responsible Pet Sitter And Walker

West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have taken care of dogs for the better part of 10 years, including my own and my family's/ friends. I'm a huge animal lover and understand the importance of an animals happiness and wellbeing. Your pet will be in good hands I will bring my own waste bags for walking services and will send photos throughout the service.

Dimitri H. says "Rosie is great with any dog and had grown up with dogs her whole life. Dogs gravitate towards her always, whether it is a friend's dog or stranger's dog....

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Maria C.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

West Hartford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, my name is Maria! During the school year, I am a teacher at a CREC elementary school in Wethersfield. This summer I am looking to provide quality and loving care for your fur-babies! I provide pet sitting for all sorts of animals! I am mostly familiar with cats, dogs, fish, rabbits, and chinchillas. I am caring, flexible,...

Steve M. says "Maria house and pet-sat overnight for our dog and rabbit, and did a wonderful job. She was on-time, organized, quick to respond/communicate, and both pets...

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Destiny B.

Bloomfield, CT

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced care taker with great references and 4 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths. Please respond.
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Adam W.

Burlington, CT

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a fun-loving, caring animal lover. I have had dogs around my entire life and love the joy they bring to their human partners. Every dog I've met has been loved and treated as though it were my own. Though I don't have prior professional work experience in pet-sitting, I'm hoping that by caring for your lovable four-legged...
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Claudia E.

Happy Tails

New Britain, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
Hello, Just a little background. I've had dogs since I was a child. and since I was in high school I used to love helping my neighbor out with her dog. I used to walk her and help train her. I have a Dalmatian myself and she usually joins me on daily walks with other dogs (if dog owner is fine with Luna joining the walk)It's...
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Kristina J.

Pet Sitter (day/overnight)

New Britain, CT

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have eight years of experience doing overnight pet sitting and have had cats and dogs my entire life!
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Ginny T.

Simsbury, CT

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$17/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Ginny and I will be a sophomore in college this year! I've had numerous pets such as my dogs, chickens, hamsters, and fish. I love every and any pet! I am available for dog walking, sitting, light housework, etc!
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Kiersten H.

West Hartford, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
dog training
I am a huge animal lover which is why I am studying environmental science to help protect them all. I have dog sitting/ boarding and cat sitting experience. I am an outgoing, responsible, reliable, and very excited to meet you. :)
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Steffanie P.

Pet Sitter!

Bristol, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I worked at a doggy daycare, as well as pet sat for many families (references are available). I also have my own rescue fur baby at home!
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Autumn S.

Dog Walker Available

Plainville, CT

from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home or in mine. I have watched and walked dogs off all sizes. I have three dogs of my own ranging from small (chihuahua) to large (German shepherd) and a mix in between.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Avon, CT

Dog Sitters in Avon, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Brian B.

Brian was wonderful taking care of our 3 dogs, cat, fish, and chickens while we were away on vacation. Excellent communication, dependable,...

- Craig C.

Jess R.

I have used Jess for both pet care and child care and she is the best at both. With her experience as a social worker she always has the...

- Jamie P.

Linda K.

Linda is extremely responsible and reliable. Definitely recommend for pet care, errands or childcare. A+ service from Linda!

- Cara B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Avon, CT

Dog sitters near you in Avon, CT can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Avon, CT to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Avon, CT is $18.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Avon, CT. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Avon, CT we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Avon, CT, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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