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Dexter D.

Ellington, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am currently an active male in my mid 20s trying to exercise as much as possible. I walk my dog every day so I am used to the routine and necessary motions of caring for him.
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Kristin C.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Ellington, CT

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I do have a fenced in area and lots of toys and beds. I have over 15 years of experience and also have fostered puppies, bunnies, guinea pigs and kittens in the last 11 years. I have an 13-year-old yorkie and 9-year-old chihuahua. I can give meds/shots if needed. I prefer small dogs/cats. I'd love to work with farm animals as...
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Shannon S.

Pet Sitter

Willington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
Hello, my name is Shannon and I have the energy needed to keep up with your pets and give you a sense of peace while you are away from them. They will be well cared for. I have owned many animals over the past 40 years and have had lots of experience caring for them. I have taken care of cats, dogs, gerbils, fish, frogs,...

Allison V. says "Shannon is absolutely amazing! She's so down to earth and her attention to detail doesn't go unnoticed! I highly recommend her!"

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Kelly Y.

Caring, Loving, Pet Companion

East Windsor, CT

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hi! I have many pets and have pet sitting experience. I will love and care for your pets as though they were my own giving them attention and playtime. I have two dogs, a cat, an African Gray parrot, and a parakeet at home. I also donate to the greyhound fund, and in my spare time my daughter and to visit the animals. I feel...
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Jordyn W.

Enfield, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Experience with dogs and cats my entire life! Love to help out fur families however needed! Walking, boarding, or sitting I am available and open to all tasks
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Camille M.

Animal Lover

Enfield, CT

from
$13/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! I am an animal lover and have owned two dogs throughout my life. I would love to help being a walker or sitter for your animal. Hopefully we will talk soon!
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Lena M.

Dog Walker/Sitter

Vernon Rockville, CT

from
$19/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Lena, a trustworthy and passionate pet lover offering both walking and sitting services. Along with my dog Nala, I have experience caring for animals of all shapes and sizes. Whether it's a midday walk, playtime, or overnight care, you can count on me to keep your pets happy while you're away or at work!
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Bethany F.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Enfield, CT

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
daily feeding
+ 1 more
Hi there, I'm Bethany! I was born and raised on a farm in a small town in CT where my love and advocacy for animals began. I took care of horses, pigs, chickens, ducks, rabbits, dogs, cats, parakeets, and even hermit crabs. After receiving my bachelor's degree in Theatre from Southern Connecticut State University, I became a...
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Clara C.

Tolland, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
Hello! I have experience pet sitting dogs and cats as well as a cat of my own :) Please reach out with any questions, I am very flexible and ready to work with you. Currently, I'm a student at Mount Holyoke College with a flexible summer schedule. I am an animal lover and excited to meet your pet!
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Silene F.

Dog

South Windsor, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
Animal lover and dedicated dog sitter! With experience in walking, feeding and lots of affection, make sure your best friend has happy and safe moments while you're away. Let's work together to provide fun, exercise and lots of love!
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Athena B.

Somers, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Excited to watch/walk your pet and love them! I have experience with dog walking, and sitting for dogs and cats :).
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Brooke F.

Willington, CT

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hi, my name is Brooke and I'm a senior at Uconn studying economics. My background with animals includes plenty of experience in paid animal services such as sitting, walking, etc.. However, my true experience comes from home, I've never been short of animals, including but not limited to large and small dogs (one of which...
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Aislinn G.

Fun And Caring Dog Sitter!

Manchester, CT

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
From a young age, I've been surrounded in a house full of animals including dogs, cats and fish. I love taking care of pets and I have ample experience with pets with quirks and difficulties, both behavioral and medical. I'm more than happy to spend time playing, walking, petting, or just keeping your pet company!
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Annette K.

Pet Care/Sitter

Manchester, CT

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
Hi, I'm an animal lover! I have furry kids too and understand all they offer and the patience they deserve. I am very dependable and trustworthy and offer personal references and recommendations. I am now dog/cat sitting and available. Please give me a call to chat if you would like to ask any questions.
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Ashley D.

Let's Walk & Play, Come Over Or Stay! I'm A Fun, Loving, And Caring Adult Ready To Meet/care For You

East Windsor, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I always grew up taking care of household animals(dogs, cats, ferrets, guinea pigs, etc) and as an adult I've been a momma to 2 kitties for the last couple years and I've also been pet sitting/walking my parents puppies since they were 8weeks old(they are now 6months) My skills include feeding/watering, exercising, and...
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Sarah C.

Part-time Pet Sitter And Dog Walker Available!

Enfield, CT

from
$17/hr
I'm happy to provide pet sitting in your own home or daily dog walks. Or other pets if they like being out on a leash! I've previously had black labs and German shepherds. I made sure that they were well trained, so I can do some basic obedience work with your dog to make walks easier on both of us. I have one cat right now. I...
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Desiree N.

About Me

Enfield, CT

from
$24/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
I absolutely love animals. When I was 14-15 years old, I used to dog sit for my mom's coworkers while they went away on vacation. I didn't reach the minimum age requirement to work (age 16) so, I dog sat. I boarded them. I have a family friend who had gave me an offer to check in on his cat to feed and help with litter box...
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Jasmine O.

Manchester, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I am more than happy to help care for your pets and help with anything you need! I absolutely adore animals and can help with anything from pet sitting to dog walking or transportation.
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Alexis R.

Dependable Pet Lover!

Broad Brook, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Lexi and my best friend is my 1. 5-year-old 150 pound Cane Corso (lap dog of course). I have grown up around many different types of animals and had black labs as my childhood dogs throughout the years. I currently work from home and I'm looking for a family or two to help out with their pet needs! I would be...
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Danielle B.

ML Teacher For Your Dog Walker/Pet Sitter!

Manchester, CT

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am a beagle mama x 2 myself and an animal lover! I have pet sat or raised animals for about 5 years. I currently work as a certified teacher teaching multilingual learners at the elementary level. I am looking for a part-time job dog walking and/or pet sitting (all animals), primarily on weekends or weeknights. Please...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Ellington, CT

Dog sitters near you in Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, CT is $17.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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 Ellington, 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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