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I have been dog sitting for the past 10 years. I Have 3 dogs of my own and also work at a humane society part time. LOVE DOGS!!!!!!
Denise can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Vanessa L.
Shelton, CT
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I am currently a nursing student looking for dog sitting jobs! I have a family full of dog lovers, and I would love you dog sit your pet(s)!
Vanessa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Being a Nanny I've also fallen in love with their dogs! Auntie will walk, feed, and play!
Currently available for day walking or overnight dog sitting!
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am a college graduate and animal lover with two years of experience in dog and cat sitting and lifelong experience as a pet owner. I have three years of experience experience as a nanny for three children, current ages 4, 8 and 12. The family I currently work for as a nanny is moving soon. I have open availability...
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding & more
I love animals... I had pets my entire life! I have 1 dog and 1 cat and they are my babies and my world. I love playing with them and spoiling them.. sometimes I find myself having conversations with them. I want to care for them and love them forever. I will will take care if tour babies and love them just ask if they are mine...
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced medical professional and mother of 3 with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Hi, I am here to provide dog sitting in your own house or my house as well with love , care and safety. I had dogs, birds, horses since I was a little girl (I do have a big soft spot for dogs but I do love all animals) and I watch over my friends , neighbor's and family's pets when they go away on vacation, date night or any...
Roberta can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hello my name is Lori. I live in Shelton Connecticut I am 36 years old. I have lots of experience with cats and dogs. I can give medicine feed scoop litter boxes dog walking and even pet sitting throughout the day and I can also do transportation to the vet if needed. I also have five cats of my own and I volunteer at Seymour...
Loriann can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Friendly and trustworthy Pet sitter
Lifelong pet owner and animal lover with three years of experience as pet sitter and dog walker. Provide safe, nurturing care for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, fish, birds, and small mammals, such as rabbits and hamsters. Friendly and trustworthy, putting pets and their...
Kiara can also help with: Pet sitting
I have multiple experience with large and small dogs, puppies and adults for 5+ years and cats/kittens. I also have 2 cats myself that I care for at home.
Kristen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting. I myself have 3 dogs.
Ashlin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Debra D.
Shelton, CT
$15-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have had over 10 years experience with animals. Owned all kinds of animals trained dogs, had many variety of birds, had blue and gold macaw. I've had many cats and many dogs I have two cats now and I have two dogs, and I also have fish. And I'm very experienced with all animals and I love animals very much. I know what to do...
Debra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet sitting
Erin A.
Milford, CT
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide pet sitting in your own home or walking in your neighborhood. I have over 10 years of experience with animals. Pets and other animals I have taken care of include: dogs of all sizes, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, cows, chicken, and pigs (I worked on a farm for a bit!).
I believe that every pet is a member...
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Erin a is reliable, punctual, and trustworthy caretaker. You can rely on her to be safe with your kids and pets. She is always on time, and is willing to go the extra mile whenever you need her to."
David A.
5.0
(1)
My names Mollybeth I'm 24 years oId and currently work at and petsit in my free time. I have years of experience working with all sorts of animals. I've taken care of dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, and fish. For two years I worked in a doggy day care where I took care of groups of dogs of all sizes ranging from puppys to seniors....
Mollybeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"She is a great pet sitter, and great person all around ! Bubbly personality and loving and gentle with my pets . She is a big animal lover, with a lot of animals of her own she cares for. She is always on time and when she says she will do something she means it !...
Gia O.
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: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
"Laura watched our dog while we were traveling. I highly recommend her. She is a true animal lover and treated our dog as her own. She sent daily updates which was really nice to know that our pet was having as much fun on her vacation as we were on ours."
Amy Y.
5.0
(1)
I have work experience with cat sitting (play, litter, food, etc.) and have been asked back by the family whenever they go out of town. I have had cats since I was born, and a dog who is now 11. Our family also has had fish. We currently have a turtle named Shelly, a cat named Erica, and a dog named Blizzard (Bichon-Frise).
I...
Stacey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Honest, dependable, and friendly."
Emily M.
5.0
(2)
Hi, im Sam! I have 5 dogs myself, and am a huge pet lover. I am located in Palm Beach County, and have been for the past 18 years. I have had the honor of being a pet owner my entire life. I also have quite a bit of experience pet sitting for both Cats and Dogs for weeks at a time for family and friends, as well as dog walking...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Samantha has pet sit for me a few times while I went out of town. My cats who are usually shy now run to the door when they see Samantha is over. She sends me pictures of my fur babies through the day and keeps me updated. I don't trust many with my pets but...
Lynsey A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a pet sitter/dog walker for over 15 years now. I grew up with pets and have had some small ones of my own. I love to go for walks with dogs and I can also stay at your house for days or weeks at a time or board animals in my home. If I board dogs they need to be hypoallergenic. Can't wait to help you!!!
Dustina can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Dustina and her daughter are a wonderful puppy sitting duo! My wife had to leave for Texas and I had to go to work all day on a Friday and our 10 week old Labradoodle puppy couldn't be left alone for an eight hour work day. Dustina and her daughter arrived on...
Jodi B.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love take care of puppies and go for a walk with them! I am responsible and trustworthy.
Tayanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Shelton, CT
Erin A.
5.0
Erin did a great job caring for our puppy this summer. She is intelligent, caring, capable and responsible. She communicated well and was consistently reliable.
- Jeffrey L.
Mollybeth A.
5.0
She is a great pet sitter, and great person all around ! Bubbly personality and loving and gentle with my pets . She is a big animal lover, with a lot of animals of her own she cares for. She is always on time and when she says she will do something she means it ! Great great girl , I will never...
- Gia O.
Laura S.
5.0
Laura has become an integral part of our lives over the past few months. We know when she comes we will be coming home to content and well exercised dogs. My pack has not always been the easiest but she has proven time and again that she knows what shes doing and that she can solve any problem. She...
- Sal B.
Stacey F.
5.0
Honest, dependable, and friendly.
- Emily M.
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha has pet sit for me a few times while I went out of town. My cats who are usually shy now run to the door when they see Samantha is over. She sends me pictures of my fur babies through the day and keeps me updated. I don't trust many with my pets but Samantha is wonderful. Thanks Samantha...
- Lynsey A.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Shelton, CT
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Shelton, CT?
Dog sitters near you in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT is $16.08.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Shelton, CT?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Shelton, 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 Shelton, CT?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Shelton, 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.