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Jackelyne M.

Housekeeper

New Canaan, CT

from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Basement cleaning
attic cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Trustworthy Housekeeper with over 15 years of experience working in private homes. Friendly and flexible and able to adjust into a variety of household environments. Highly organized and strong attention to details skills. Experience working with and around children and pets. - All aspects of cleaning including: bathrooms,...
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Kerri Ann C.

Dedicated Professional Pet Sitter

New Canaan, CT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I provide loving care when you can't be there. I've assisted my daughter in developing, marketing and promoting a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing animals (primarily dogs). I offer pet sitting, dog walking, and pet taxi services. I am very detail-oriented and hardworking. I am very flexible. I am happy to send a...
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Ella I.

Looking For Summer Dog Care And Dog Walking!

New Canaan, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I'm a passionate animal lover with 5 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting. I have two dogs of my own, so I understand just how important it is to find someone you trust to care for your pets. Over the years, I've also volunteered at multiple animal shelters, gaining hands-on experience with dogs of all...
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Kellene K.

Pet Sitter With Broad Experience

New Canaan, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover and have/had many pets of my own, including dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and jumping spiders. I have cared for pets other than mine many times of the years, and it's always so much fun. I am comfortable with rodents, reptiles, live-feeding of insects, etc. My current pets include one small dog, 12 jumping...
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Joselyn D.

New Canaan, CT

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$26/hr
Pet walking
Hi! My name is Joselyn, and I'm a loving and responsible pet sitter with 2 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. I truly enjoy spending time with animals, giving them love, attention, and proper care while their owners are away. I can help with feeding, walking, playtime, and keeping your pets safe...
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Erin S.

Professional Pet Caregiver

New Canaan, CT

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
A little "bite" about myself: I am a seasoned dog, cat and small animal sitter (25+ years) who LOVES animals and specializes in dogs that need extra attention, TLC or have anxiety issues. Former shelter volunteer and rescue group volunteer who can teach basic commands (if not known yet) and give lots of special attention and...
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Jocelyn R.

New Canaan, CT

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$34/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as caring, hardworking, and creative I like working with animals because I have been surrounded by pets my whole life. I love being with my own, my family's and friends pets, so being able to take care of them makes me so happy. I'm looking for a job that keeps me active throughout the summer. I...
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Kateryna Z.

The Best Pet Sitter You Can Have! I Love Animals, No Bad Habits, Sociable And Organized! Ready To He

New Canaan, CT

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am a reliable and caring pet sitter with a genuine love for animals. I have experience providing personalized care for dogs, cats, and small pets, including feeding, walking, and administering medications. Pet owners value my professionalism, flexibility, and ability to build trust with both pets and their families....
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Casey M.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
I have had pets my whole life. I have grown up with dogs, cats, bunnies, and many other animals. I love spending time with my own 3 animals. I have one dog right now and two cats that I take care of every day. My yellow lab has lots of energy we usually go for two walks a day on top of play. I love dogs of all sizes. I am...

William W. says "Casey is a smart, highly motivated, and caring person. She is trustworthy and thoughtful. Children like her because she is attentive and interested in...

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Karen V.

Fun And Energetic Sitter

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Hi everyone! My name is karen im currently a college student looking for pet sitting opportunities! I have been dog sitting for awhile and I can provide great references! I grew up with a husky and a cat and enjoyed having both of them around! I am a very outgoing, responsible, and respectful person. If u have any questions feel...

Care Member says "She was amazing overall! She showed great care for our home and little fur baby. I have her coming back very soon, so I highly recommend her."

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Kaitlyn M.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Westport, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I am a college student interested in providing some part-time, reliable assistance to families that need it. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have almost 10 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and ages, including puppies and elderly dogs, and currently have two of my own. I am comfortable caring for dogs...
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Melissa J.

Pet Care Provider

Norwalk, CT

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also provide walking your dog as well. I have 10 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also feed your dog and do over night stays when needed. I have also cat sat and fed fishes when needed.
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Erika M.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Erika M., I'm 29years old. I've grown up loving animals for as long as I can remember. I have a dog of my own and love her unconditionally. I am an animal lover and would treat yours just like my own! I've been pet sitting for over 15 years. I usually go in the morning feed the animals, let them out, play with...

Rami T. says "Erika walked my puppy for the last few months. She was dependable and a huge help. Don't hesitate to hire her."

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Daniela A.

Norwalk, CT

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am an animal lover, I pet sit dogs and cat, I walk dogs, prepare special meals or regular food, I love to play with them, give medicine, I ve worked with deaf and blind pets. I ve worked with all types of dogs from puppies to big dogs. I can do sitting or visits or just walks, I ve also done over night and or bring them home...

Linda S. says "Daniella is amazing with our dogs. We have an 8 year old 70lb Lab mix and a 4lb Maltipoo Puppy! They both love her! She spends the full time with them,...

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Alexus P.

Full Time Reliable Pet Care

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
I'm a 27-year-old animal lover offering my help to those that need help with their fur babies. I'm located in Harbor Point - I service through-out Stamford and Greenwich region but will still offer my services within Fairfield region. I have at least 11+ years working with dogs but have always had dogs growing up as well; I'm...

Care Member says "Alexus has been caring for our French Bulldog Bruce for over 5 years. Whether it's for a quick walk or a lengthy boarding stay with her, she always...

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Morgan B.

Energetic, Loving Sitter!

Greenwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! My name's Morgan! I'm 24 years old and I have about 9 years of experience babysitting/petsitting. I'm super reliable, caring, and honest. I've babysat for the same family of 5 kids and 2 dogs for years before moving for college. I then got a new job dog sitting for a new family for almost 2 years while working toward my...

Rob B. says "Morgan helped me out with my puppy Bailey for almost 2 yrs and she was great. Bailey loved her every time she came and i would hire her again in a heartbeat....

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Maggie K.

Pet Sitter Available Full Time And ASAP

Stamford, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Maggie, I'm a 22-year-old university student living in Stamford, CT. I am currently taking the semester off from my accounting program, so I have a very flexible schedule to help you with anything you need assistance with. I am a licensed car owner, am familiar with the area of Stamford, Darien, and Greenwich, and...
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Alexis S.

Animal Whisperer And Rescuer!

Norwalk, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
hi! my name is Lexi! I've been around animals my whole life and am caring for them while I work on my career as an artist Im hoping this will allow me to provide the best possible care when I own my own farm and rescues ^^. I have social anxiety, so animals have always been my safe space. I have experience in caring for dogs,...
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Sarah G.

Pet care

Stamford, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've cared for dozens of cats and dogs via Rover, and have cared for my own cat (Zoey!) for the past 13 years. Additionally, I am very energetic and am happy to walk to a dog park, stroll through the neighborhood, or play in your yard. When I care for your pet, you can expect lots of photo updates and detailed notes on our time...
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Melanie P.

Your Next Pet Sitter

Norwalk, CT

from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Hi I'm Melanie, a lover of all animals. Hire me to ensure your furry friends stay safe and are actually attended to. I have lots of energy and am not afraid of big dogs as I have two 80 lbs huskies myself. I also love and enjoy cats as well as reptiles and/or birds. I am just an overall animal lover and I'll probably like them...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.38/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in New Canaan, CT

Dog Sitters in New Canaan, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Casey M.

Casey is a smart, highly motivated, and caring person. She is trustworthy and thoughtful. Children like her because she is attentive and...

- William W.

Karen V.

She was amazing overall! She showed great care for our home and little fur baby. I have her coming back very soon, so I highly recommend...

- Care member

Erika M.

Erika walked my puppy for the last few months. She was dependable and a huge help. Don't hesitate to hire her.

- Rami T.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in New Canaan, CT

Dog sitters near you in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, CT is $24.38.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, 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 New Canaan, 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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