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Julianna P.

East Haven, CT

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
Hello! I am an experienced pet sitter and housekeeper looking for a position with flexibility, clear instructions, good communication, and a safe environment. I love cats! I have a 3-year-old black shorthair named Eve, and I've cared for two mixed-breed cats, so I fully understand cat behavior and enjoy caring for them. I've...
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Kelly F.

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there. I'm an animal lover! I have two cats of my own and have a few years of dog sitting under my belt. I have a car so transportation is not an issue and I am extremely flexible.
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Nicole J.

Hi! I Am Nicole ~ Mom To 5 Kids And 3 Kitties!! Caring For Animals Has Always Been A Passion Of Mine

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as easy going, kind, hardworking. I like working with animals because it warms my heart. Animals can't care for themselves & rely on us for everything. Our goals as humans to help , love & nurture every animal. Whether it's some belly rubs, walk, cuddles or someone to sit next to & feel safe. I'm...
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Kristin R.

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
I've been dog sitting for 8 years for the family I nanny for. I've done weekends as well as 1-2 weeks at a time. I am an animal lover and have had many animals through the years. I currently have 2 dogs.
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Itzell C.

East Haven, CT

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Previously, I have worked with families to maintain a healthy routine for their companions. My experience includes: dog walking and sitting with a range of sizes. Ensuring proper communication with families with necessary updates.
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Rhonda M.

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting in your home if your fur baby needs love and attention I am definitely the one.
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Phedorah R.

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
2 years experience caring for pets (dogs and cats). Services include pet sitting or walking. I am also a long time cat mom.
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Andrea A.

Pet Sitter Cats/Dogs

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is Andrea I am 56 years old and love both cats and dogs. I sit for pets inside your home so they will be in a relaxing environment . I except hourly pay or flat rate for the day and salary is negotiable. References are available upon request.
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Erica T.

Pet Care

East Haven, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I love animals, currently a fur mom to 1 dog (6yrs old) & 2 cats. Growing up we always had animals. I would be available to provide dog sitting in home.
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Kimberly S.

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Kim, and I'm 46. Former nanny of 17 yrs turned house/pet sitter/dog walker for 8 years now. I love animals. I treat the animals like I would a nanny charge. I talk to them, play with them, keep them safe, and make sure their needs are met. I'm also familiar with, and respectful of working in other peoples' houses....

Ryan M. says "Kimberly was wonderful with our dogs! She was extremely responsive and up front about availability during the interview process. She came over to meet the...

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Hailey L.

About Me!

Orange, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi pet parents! My name is Hailey, I am looking for occasional or weekend pet sitting jobs! I'm open to coming/staying at your house with your furry babies! I have lots of experience with dogs, cats, fish, horses and reptiles! I absolutely LOVE animals and can't wait to hear from you! Feel free to message me with any questions...
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Toni-ann M.

Experienced Caregiver

Milford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Hi! I'm Toni. I'm a graduate biology student who loves to babysit and petsit! I used to be a daycare teacher and a nanny, but then switched my career to the veterinary field. I am an experienced vet tech and a professional dog and cat groomer, as well as a zoo intern! I have advanced pet care experience and am available for dog...

Andrew K. says "Toni cares. She takes any responsibility with the importance it deserves and places her full focus on doing her best and looking out for the best interest...

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Leah R.

A Full-time College Student Who's Looking To Make New Animal Friends :)

Orange, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Friendly, Reliable Pet Sitter & Dog Walker with Veterinary Assistant Experience! Hi there! I'm Leah - a passionate animal lover and experienced pet sitter and dog walker dedicated to providing your pets with the best care while you're away or busy. I'm also a former veterinary assistant, so I have hands-on knowledge of pet...

Care Member says "My little pug was so happy for the company! Thank you! "

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Kellie M.

Animal Lover

Milford, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I come from a family that always had animals. I've had cats since I was a baby and helped care for them. As a teenager my family got dogs and I was their go to dog sitter when they went away. I have professional experience working with other dogs including a puppy.
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Dorota S.

Part Time/ Weekends Pet Sitter,dog Walker

Milford, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
dog training
Hi there! I've been around dogs all my life. I'm a proud mom of 3 of my own. Lot's of walks..., but never enough. I'm comfortable around all types of energy dogs. Although, I prefer those who love to take a ride to the park, I'm good with special needs dogs, especially the blind ones since one of mine own is blind. I can't wait...
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Kimberly V.

Orange, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have been a dog walker/ animal sitter for a few years now. I've had animals my whole life. I've had chickens, bunnies, roosters, ducks, fish, cats and dogs. One of my friends has a farm, so I've been around many farm animals, and I have helped take care of them. I love all animals, any size, doesn't matter, even reptiles.
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Ava S.

Milford, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I have grown up taking care of cats and dogs. I am very comfortable with any size dog. I am very flexible as I am a college student. I also have experience in house cleaning and child care
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Olivia J.

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
hi, I'm Olivia! I'm a college student at Quinnipiac University. I have four years of pet sitting experience. I've also grown up with dogs, cats and fish and I genuinely love spending time with animals. I'll make sure to treat your pets like they're my own!
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Patricia C.

Milford, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Patricia I live in the Milford area I love animals I do dog walking animals sitting or even house sitting
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Kathleen S.

Dog Owner & Lover Here To Help!

Milford, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Kath, a dog lover and the proud mom to Petey, my adorable 5-year-old Jack Russel/Chihuahua pup. I understand firsthand the joy and challenges that come with caring for our beloved pets. With years of experience in nurturing and looking after my own dogs and for others, I offer reliable and loving dog walking and dog...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.44/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in East Haven, CT

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

Kimberly S.

Kimberly was wonderful with our dogs! She was extremely responsive and up front about availability during the interview process. She came...

- Ryan M.

Toni-ann M.

Toni cares. She takes any responsibility with the importance it deserves and places her full focus on doing her best and looking out for the...

- Andrew K.

Leah R.

My little pug was so happy for the company! Thank you!

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in East Haven, CT

Dog sitters near you in East Haven, 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 East Haven, 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 East Haven, CT is $17.44.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in East Haven, 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 East Haven, 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 East Haven, 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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