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Catherine Q.

Lakeville, CT

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$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had dogs my whole life! Currently, I have a siberian husky and a cavalier king charles spaniel and I am planning on adopting a dog with my roommates this fall!! so I have experience in working with dogs other than my own! I also love cats, and have experience with small animals such as rabbits. I can dog sit in your own...
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Cher L.

Sheffield, MA

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm available to house sit or drop in and visit/walk your dogs. I have always had dogs in my life and love to take them out for walks! I do childcare mostly but my love of animals and nature makes this a good match too! Reach out if you have an animal at home who would like some company or a walk!
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Kelsey F.

Caring And Attentive Pet Sitter!

Amenia, NY

from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi there, my name is Kelsey! I'm a 28-year-old Hudson Valley native currently residing in Amenia. I am a huge animal lover and would love to be your go-to pet sitter. I work remotely, so I would be available to pet sit during the workday (whether it be the full day or a few check-ins). I am also available most weekends. Please...
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Diane K.

Pet Sitting, Equine Care, Equine Sports Massage, House Sitting, Elderly Care, Babysitting

Torrington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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...

Caroline N. says "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...

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Rebecca D.

An Experienced Pet Sitter Available (To Help As Needed) At Your Home Or Mine!

South Kent, CT

4.8(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet transportation
dog training
administration of medicine
pet walking
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Hello! My name is Rebecca and over the last 40 years I have had dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, a chameleon, a pot bellied pig, a sheep, goats, a snake, fish, a snail, chickens and ducks! My grandparents-who I spent every weekend with as a child-also had a horse (that I rode for years), donkeys, a pony and a cow (I milked) so...
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Sierra K.

Petsitter

Pine Plains, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Sierra! I have experience with various different animals, such as cats, dogs and birds. Please feel free to reach out if you are in need of a responsible pet sitter!
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Kathleen G.

Torrington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals. I have 2 cats and a fish. I have been a dog sitter for the past 10 years. Mostly bigger dogs like Labs, Mastiffs and German Shepards. I am willing to take them for rides or to the dog park or a walk around the neighborhood.

Care Member says "Kathleen did a great job taking care of my German shepherd Luna! She spent quality time with Luna while I was away on vacation. Luna adore Kathleen! "

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Mckayla B.

Fun Sitter And Pet Lover

Millbrook, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I am Mckayla, my friends call me Mickey! I am a nanny and babysitter who loves looking after kids. I am optimistic and organized. I love all kinds of animals and have had a multitude of different animals growing up, such as dogs, cats, birds, fish and many more. I am friendly, loyal, loving and caring. My passion is to...

Tom T. says "McKayla watched our mini-macaw over a long weekend and was super responsive, responsible, and caring. She communicates and takes the time to learn all she...

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Kelly B.

Pet sitter

Dover Plains, NY

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$16/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting and dog walking for over 7 years, I have had dogs and cats ever since I can remember. I love to take care of animals.
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Cyndi A.

Dover Plains, NY

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have been working with a dog rescue group for over 8 years fostering puppies/dogs in my home till we can find them there fur ever home. I do pet sitting in my home or yours while you are enjoying a wonderful family vacation. If you are working a long shift and need someone to let you pup out for a while, I would love go for...
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Lelia B.

Great Barrington, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, my name is lelia. I grew up with numerous pets in childhood and have be a pet sitter since I was in HS. Our family has adopted dogs, a cat, and rabbit from the Berkshires Humane Society. Both my daughters rode, showed horses, and we owned a horse for 10 years and leased/owned two ponies. I have boarded and dog sat for...
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Ashlynn Z.

Colebrook, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Ashlynn! I provide at home dog/cat sitting and dog walking. I also don t mind giving baths and light grooming. I have been doing this for 10 years. I have a dog and 4 cats of my own and I've always grown up with many animals in my home. All animals have a special place in my heart and I will take great care of your...
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Cecilia D.

Enthusiastic And Fun Sitter

Millbrook, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I own two dogs (golden doodle and shih tzu) along with 3 cats so I am very comfortable with animals. I have been a pet sitter in the past for both cats and dogs, typically in the summer when I'm home from school. I love interacting with animals and getting to know their personalities!
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Kerry M.

Torrington, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
Available for pet sitting! I decided to try dog sitting because of the hard time I had leaving my own dog. I am very reliable and treat animals like their my own babies. I love to take walks and give lots of attention. Message me if you need some help and for peace of mind your dog is in good hands.
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Heather O.

Heather Loves Animals!

Clinton Corners, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, open minded and loving. I like working with animals because they are loving and truly caring companions for both children and adults. I've always been a reliable sitter for many of my clients in the past to care for their furry friends while away. I'm looking for a job that...
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Leena C.

Torrington, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
My only paid pet sitting gig was for a family friends senior dog. I've also helped out with a family members rescue dog as well. Animals have always had a special place in my heart and I would love to get more experience with them. In my spare time, I like to paint, make jewelry, sew, go on walks, bake, & I love listening to...
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Brenna M.

Golden Retriever Lover

Torrington, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Brenna and I love dogs I have pet sitting experience I am willing to watch Dogs and Cats of all sizes and breeds and ages. I am more than willing to stay at your home overnight to ensure your pets are comfortable and safe!
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Nicole L.

Pine Plains, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've grown up with multiple dogs, and have been dog sitting/ walking for 5+ years. I have experience caring for cats as well. I am currently a student finishing my last semester of fieldwork for Occupational Therapy. I am on a school schedule so I am available after 3:30 Monday - Fridays and All day on weekends outside of my...
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Susan P.

Cat Sitting

Millbrook, NY

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
I have taken care of up to 3 cats at a time while in the owners home. I have references. I realize each cat has its own personality and most people think cats unlike Dogs do not need to socialize with people but this is not true . They need daily care and affection as much as dogs. I love cats.
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Alyssandra R.

Millbrook, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm an experienced dog/ pet sitter that loves to look after and hang out with animals! I currently have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own, and have taken care of various pets for the past 15 years.
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Lakeville, CT

Dog Sitters in Lakeville, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 35 listed dog sitters

Diane K.

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...

- Caroline N.

Kathleen G.

Kathleen did a great job taking care of my German shepherd Luna! She spent quality time with Luna while I was away on vacation. Luna adore...

- Care member

Mckayla B.

McKayla watched our mini-macaw over a long weekend and was super responsive, responsible, and caring. She communicates and takes the time to...

- Tom T.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lakeville, CT

Dog sitters near you in Lakeville, 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 Lakeville, 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 Lakeville, CT is $17.00.

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