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I have pet sit for many families and have grown up in household of dog lovers. I love animals and have a dog of my own! I am happy to walk, feed, and care for your pets in whatever ways are needed.
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I have been a dog owner for over 16 years. I currently have an Aussie & a Cattle Dog mix and am quite active with them. I have managed a dog/cat boarding facility, foster for 2 rescues and pet sit on an as needed basis.
Susan can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have experience dog and rabbit sitting for neighbors as well as two cats of my own! I love animals and would love to help care for them while owners are away!
Hannah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Makaila K.
North Granby, CT
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am able to sit for pets and babies! I grew up with all species of animals: Horses, rats, dogs, fish, parrots, etc.
Makaila can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
I will make sure your furry friend is in great hands! I owned and cared for an 85 pound dog for over 11 years! She was my best friend and during that time, I fell in love with all pets. I will provide genuine and passionate skills to you and your pup, cat, birds, fish and more! I love animals all around and would be overjoyed to...
Cyncere can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
Hello! My name is Megan , and I have over 7 years of pet sitting experience! I can take care of your furry family members while you're away on vacation, or just gone for the day at work! I can do daily walks/runs, bring your dog to a dog park, or just hang out with them at home for a little while to give them some company while...
Megan can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Katrina G.
Windsor, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Katrina, I was raised around animals my whole life and loved every moment with them. ( dogs, cats, birds, horses, chinchillas, goats, chickens, you name it!) I currently have a cat ( Apollo) and dog ( Lara) who are my world. I know how important it is for me to be able to trust and connect with a sitter...
Katrina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I have owned and cared for over 5 different pets in my lifetime. I currently own two cats and have extensive experience taking care of kittens and fostering them from the earliest stages of life. I deeply enjoy taking care of both cats and dogs and will be sure to do an exceptional job with yours!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Amanda D.
Windsor, CT
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Just a dog lover/dog mom looking to help others and make some extra money to pay for my wedding! Depending on your dog and situation, I could even look into having your dog stay over my house with mine when needed.
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, over my past 5 years of babysitting I have also come across pet sitting. I have pet sat dogs as small as chihuahuas up to Great Danes, and Dobermans. I have fed them, played with them taken them on walks and car rides. I am more than willing to stay overnight if necessary!
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi! My name is Octavia, I am a 20-year-old college student home for the summer until after labor day. I am looking for a summer job as a dog walker, or pet sitter. I have been dog sitting for two years now, and for over a long period of time.
Octavia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Dogs and Cats lover is over here!!
I have been walking dogs and cat sitter in the neighborhood of Harlem for about 5 years. I treat them like my own fur babies, I'll carry them if I can :)
I take them to dog's park, walk around, or central park, play, change water, clean cat litter, feed them if needed with special...
Natchaya can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sarah A.
Hartford, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Sarah and as you can probably already tell, I love caring for animals. I grew up taking care of my own pets (3 dogs, multiple cats, fish, and 2 parrots) so as a college student one of the biggest things that I miss about not being at home is not being around animals. That is why I've loved working as a dog walker and...
Sarah can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
I love animals and am currently unemployed! I am available whenever! I can pet sit, dog walk. Anything!
Stephanie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Left the corporate world to do what I love, which is caring for dogs and cats. I own 2 goldendoodles and 2 cats and have taken care of our neighbors and friends pets over the years.
I will provide reliable and loving care to your dog(s) and/or cat(s), text messages/pics while with your pets and house sit if requested. Service...
Midori can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I absolutely love dogs of all sizes and ages and have two large dogs myself at home. I am very experienced in caring for dogs and am available for dog walking, part-time dog sitting in your home or drop-ins, and am willing to perform baths as well.
Eliza can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Kristen M.
West Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Caring Pet Sitter Ready To Play With Your Furry Ones!
I have always lived with pets of some kind! I have loved and now miss all of my furry friends! I currently work as a part time nanny for a family who have 5 dogs and a cat. I have pet sat for them while they were on vacation and loved the time playing with them. I enjoy animals of all sorts from dogs to cats to fish to guinea...
Kristen can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
My name is Savanna and I have been dog sitting for about 3 years. I have experience with all size dogs as well as cats and exotic animals such as reptiles and amphibians. I even have experience farm sitting, with animals such as horses, chickens, goats and donkeys. I am confident in my abilities to take care of all animals and...
Savanna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have 3 bunnies, Alice, Gus Gus and Kevin. I don't have much experience with dogs, but would love to learn!
Sara can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi I'm Maya and I have taken care of animals for 5 years and I'm experienced with handling Dogs and cats with different temperaments, and using haltis, muzzles, prong collars, martingale and different harnesses. I work 35+ hrs a week in west Hartford at a pet resort and I'm good at reading canine body language, knowing about...
Maya can also help with: Grooming, dog training
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Simsbury, CT
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Simsbury, CT?
Dog sitters near you in Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, CT?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, CT is $17.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Simsbury, CT?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, CT?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Simsbury, 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 Simsbury, CT?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Simsbury, 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.