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Tia Z.

Energetic Dog Sitter

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am Tia, from Stamford CT! I love dogs and cats, I have two dogs myself and use to have two cats. I'm am always playing with them! I have great experience caring for both dogs and cats.
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Olympia B.

Norwalk, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an experienced pet sitter. I melt for dogs and other animals! I've had dogs all my life, and have been working with them periodically over the last 5 years. Big or small, young and old, hair or fur, I can handle it all! I'm okay with grooming, baths, going to the park, walking, playing and overnight stays.
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Andrea G.

Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
13 years experience
Hello families my name is Andrea. I have been working as a housekeeper for more than 10 years . I'm a responsable, meticulous and very organized person. I'd describe my personality as honest, respectful and reliable I like caring for homes because since I started cleaning houses I loved it. I always try to do my best . There...
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Janet P.

Greenwich, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi families! My name is Janet, I am 30 years old and I have been babysitting for 10+ years now, kids of all ages, from newborns to teens. I also have a 11-year-old sweet boy and what better experience than your own. I graduated from Norwalk Community College, I live in Greenwich, CT and have my own transportation. I am fluent in...
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Milagros R.

Professional Dog Walker -- 15 Years Experience

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I an provide dog sitting services in your own home. I absolutely adore the canine species--all sizes and ages. In addition, I can provide light grooming services.
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Anai P.

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover - Ive taken care of cats and dogs for 3 years, walking/ boarding/ sitting and transporting. Aside of working with pets, ive also always had dogs since I was little and learned so much. I am very flexible and reliable with schedule, feeding, walking and any medication.
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Lisa S.

Stamford, CT

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in my home. I have 1 dog and 1 cat. For the last 4 year's, I volunteer with a local dog rescue and do fostering and participate in adoption events. I provide a loving home for dogs who come from high kill shelters in the South until they are adopted into their forever homes. I also give/administer...
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Milagro S.

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I am a woman who loves animals especially dogs. I had a dog who lived with me for 12 years. Also I had worked as house sitter and take care 2 dogs. The family uses to traveled for 2 weeks I was in charge of the house and the dogs as well. I had to monitor their behavior and wellbeing, feed them and keep them hydrated, walked and...
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Gabriela S.

Dog Lover Available For Daily Walks, Pet Care, And Overnight Sitting.

Stamford, CT

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
I have 3 years of experience taking care of dogs for different people. I have owned dogs and other kinds of pets for most of my life. I love all kinds of animals, but am a great fan of dogs.
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Jelis D.

Stamford, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience pet sitting dogs, cats and fish. I my self own a Belgian Malinois, a cat and a salt water fish tank. I also have experience walking dogs.
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Michelle P.

Norwalk, CT

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! have had multiple animals throughout the years, both cats and dogs. I currently have 2 cats which I love. I have dog sitted in the past as well and it was a great experience. I can work with large dogs or small dogs, and I can work with cats with all types of personalities! I understand as a cat owner that cats require more...
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Katherine S.

Pet Sitter

Norwalk, CT

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$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Katherine, reliable and caring pet sitter with a genuine love for all animals. I currently have a dog, and while I'm home on break from NYU, I'm fully responsible for his care- feeding him on a regular schedule, going on daily walks, making sure he gets plenty of playtime and attention, and keeping up with his routine...
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Yazmin A.

Dog Sitter

Norwalk, CT

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have no experience but I love animals and I have empathy with them. If you need help with these members of your family, I am available to do it with
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Olga Q.

Norwalk, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi my name is Olga and I have two families that I dog-sit and take them for long walks. I have been with them for approximately 8 to 9 years. I have occasionally been referred by them as well to other families to sit there dogs. I have always been a dog lover I have two of my own Bruno and Phoebe. I hope I can help your family...
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Alexandra G.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Stamford, CT

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I am a sophomore in college and love animals. I have two dogs of my own (chihuahua and French bulldog). I love taking them out for walks and playing with them. I am very responsible and punctual.
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Melissa L.

Experienced Pet Owner And Dog Sitter

Stamford, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello! I am currently a teacher who is looking for some extra side jobs. I have been dog sitting and walking since my teens, and have experience with dogs, cats, fish, birds, small mammals, and some reptiles. I currently have a dog, a cockatiel, a turtle, a fish, and several chickens at home.
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Morgan B.

Greenwich, CT

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$20/hr
Kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
organization
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
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...
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Gabrielle B.

Greenwich, CT

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, including Golden Retrievers, Pomeranians, and Pit Bulls. I've grown up with both Pit Bulls and Pomeranians and currently care for my own dog. I'm responsible, caring, and truly enjoy spending time with animals. I offer dog...
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Isabella C.

Animal Lover

Westport, CT

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$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of many dogs and cats in the last 8 years. I have a family dog who is 12 years old and often house/pet sit and walk dogs.
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Kelli P.

Norwalk, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Kelli and I have been working with kids and pets for over a decade. I myself love dogs, big or small. Everyone in my family has dogs, my friends have dogs so I'm very comfortable around them. If you need any dog sitting or dog walking please feel free to reach out. Thank you :)
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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

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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