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Candra S.
Newtown, CT
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I've had dogs and cats as pets my whole life and just love giving them lots of love!
Candra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home, ranging from overnight stays to brief visits. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and years of experience in grooming, pet sitting, and pet-owning! I am an animal LOVER with 2 dogs, 2 birds, a cat, a hamster and a guinea pig! I've owned animals big and small, including...
Amanda can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I"m happy to help anyone who needs pet sitting . I've helped many friends over the years not to mention having my own cats and dogs etc.
Joan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 30+ years of experience caring for my pets, have 10 years helping others care for theirs, and would love to help you with your Pet Day Care and Pet Sitting needs!
I have owned and cared for a wide range of pets, from your average domestics such as cats, dogs, birds, hamsters, and guinea pigs, to a variety of snakes,...
Jillian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I am between jobs right now so I have a lot of time to let sit! I love animals, and for the past two years lived with two cats who I loved to play with, so I have a good amount of experience taking care of cats! I also love dogs and am very active, so I would enjoy spending time with your dog and taking him/her for walks!...
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Experienced and loving pet sitter. I have sat in the past for both dogs and cats. I have experience caring for a wide range of scaly, furry, and feathered friends including: dogs, cats, pigs, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, sugar gliders, snakes, lizards, turtles & tortoises, ducks, chickens, parakeets, frogs, and fish. No...
Mckinley can also help with: Pet sitting
Brenna V.
Southbury, CT
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm available for pet sitting in your own home. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes, cats, rabbits, lizards, and fish. I have my own transportation and a flexible schedule. I've grown up with animals my whole life and have experience volunteering at animal shelters and boarding clinics. I have helped teach...
Brenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have 2 dogs. I am available for walks, companhioship, and over night. let , me know if I can help you. thank you so much.
Mirielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"My house was super cleaned and smelled so good. Great cleaner and would definitely recommend"
Margaret G.
Celia R.
Danbury, CT
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, since 01/23 I'm working for a nice family in Danbury, l take care of a sweet lady and, some help with their dogs. I'am available before 9:00 am, and, after 3:00 p.m. for some hours, providing pet sitting, I can walk dogs and take care of them often. I have a friendly golden retriever, I love animals! of all sizes and ages...
Celia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Celia is a wonderful caregiver. She has worked for my family for over a year. She has a warm and kind demeanor. She is very dependable and always on time. She is dedicated to her job and is very thorough in everything she does. She is an animal lover and our pups...
Maggie G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Wendy, a dog mom to an awesome blue and white Pit bull. I started pet sitting years ago and absolutely it. .. nothing like kisses from a four legged fur baby! I have lots of flexibility and am available for daily or occasional visits. I can cover vacations as well. I prefer to stay in the Oxford area. Looking forward to...
Wendy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding
5.0
"Wendy sits for my son's girlfriends dog when we go out. I can always depend on her to take good care of our little Sarah!"
Jodi K.
Lauren H.
Monroe, CT
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former veterinarian assistant for one year with great references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had cats and dogs my whole life, and love furry faces. :) I have been a pet sitter for about a year now, and I have experience with both dogs and cats. I recently sat for a coworker, and she had a large dog. I would take him for walks , feed him and play with him a few hours. This job included overnight care, so I am open...
5.0
"For the past two months Brittany has been transporting and caring for my Frenchie during the afternoons and early evening until I get home. Brittany is extremely warm, dependable, and communicative. I highly recommend hiring her, you will not be disappointed."
Frank Marc C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Brookfield resident, married 19 years, mom of three and lots of pets. I wanted to start this business because I know how important it is to find a great pet sitter. My pets bring so much love and fun to my family and I am looking forward to caring for your pets when you cannot. It is so much easier on our pets if they can...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"She’s dependable, kind and actually cares! She does everything asked of her and more. One of my dogs needs a pill every day and I can rely on her without any worry to give him his pill. My other dog is high energy/anxious and she’s sweet, patient, and does her best...
Sarah R.
Krisia C.
Danbury, CT
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting & Walking Pet Care For In-Home/Overnight Care!
4.3
(9)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
My name is Krisia. I am from Costa Rica and I came to the States at the age of 15. I studied Nursing and graduated in 2010. As long as I can remember, I have always had a deep love for animals. I grew up with a household full of furry friends, and couldn't imagine my life without them! That deep love is what sparked my passion...
Krisia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Krisia is a very kind and dependable dog walker. We have worked together for over 6 months. She sends me updates throughout the week and my dog really enjoys her company. My dog is part of the family and it's very important to me that he is in the hands of someone...
Eric M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have loved animals since I was young. I have been working with animals since I got my first job at age 14 at a dog boarding kennel. I'm now 54 yrs old and I do doggy daycare, kitty visits, dog walking, farm care & and boarding.. We have a lot of fun. Large fenced yard to play in! My dogs love having friends come to play.
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Laura goes above and beyond to make sure my cats are well taken care of while I'm gone, and to keep me updated on how they're doing each day while I'm away. She texts and sends photos every time she visits them, so I can keep tabs on my kitties in real time. She's...
Julie H.
Oswaldo G.
Danbury, CT
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. Occasional dog sitter for about a year. Can dog walk, or provide overnight service. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have a dachshund of my own.
Oswaldo can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I'm a caring and responsible goldendoodle owner (for 5 years) and have provided pet care services for labrador retrievers and standard poodles. I love taking dogs for walks and hikes.
Experienced, physically fit, active, loving and kind dog walker/sitter. Enjoys being outside and willing to go on long walks/lite jog with your special canine.
Hi I'm Stephani I'm 33years old I provide dog sitting in your own home and I available to work any time and weekends I'm experienced person with pets. I own a dog for about 9 years and I love to take care of them they need so much love from us and attention
Stephani can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a lot of experience with dogs, cats, small animals like fish, Guinea pigs, and birds. I'm an animal lover, my husband and I want to start a family farm. I'm willing to learn about taking care of larger animals like farm animals if you have the time and patience.
Meghan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Newtown, CT
Mirielle G.
5.0
Mirielle is amazing, she is always happy and punctual . She is local, very flexible . It's been great having her taking care of my house and of my dogs whenever I go away .
- Phil K.
Celia R.
5.0
Celia is a wonderful caregiver. She has worked for my family for over a year. She has a warm and kind demeanor. She is very dependable and always on time. She is dedicated to her job and is very thorough in everything she does. She is an animal lover and our pups are so excited to see her when she...
- Maggie G.
Wendy C.
5.0
I never have to worry when we go away and Wendy watches my very busy active pup! She has taken him to her home where he gets loving from not only her but her children and she has come to my home as well. She is very dependable and flexible. We completely trust her! And - our pup loves her and looks...
- Tammy R.
Brittany D.
5.0
For the past two months Brittany has been transporting and caring for my Frenchie during the afternoons and early evening until I get home. Brittany is extremely warm, dependable, and communicative. I highly recommend hiring her, you will not be disappointed.
- Frank Marc C.
Danielle D.
5.0
Danielle is amazing! I can always count on her to show up and give my dog his pill on time when I’m at work. She even has back up! I have 2 high energy dogs with strong personalities and they are treated with kindness and patience. One of my dogs gets separation anxiety and needs to get her energy...
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... Read moreFAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Newtown, CT
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Newtown, CT?
Dog sitters near you in Newtown, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Newtown, CT?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Newtown, 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 Newtown, CT is $14.17.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Newtown, CT?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Newtown, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Newtown, CT?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Newtown, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Newtown, CT?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Newtown, 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.