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Claire M.

Stafford Springs, CT

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had plenty of experience with dog and cat sitting for the past two years! I also own 3 cats and a husky so I am very familiar with all the needs that need to be met with taking care of a pet! I have had paying jobs in animal services such as cat sitting, dog sitting, and dog walking!
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Alonna H.

Caring Sitter

Stafford Springs, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
My name is Alonna and I am a Certified Pet Trainer through the National K-9 School for Dog Trainers in Ohio. I can provide basic and advanced dog obedience, puppy socialization, and puppy potty-training assistance. Other services I offer are dog walking, pet sitting (including overnight care), and bathing/brushing/toe nail...
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Heather M.

Stafford Springs, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have owned dogs for majority of my adult life and absolutely love them . I have years of experience with pet sitting ; dogs in particular . Spending time with dogs is one of my all time passions.
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Deborah W.

Part Time Dog Walker/care Taker

Holland, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Owned pets my entire life- cats and dogs. Worked PT at Sturbridge Vet. I have always adopted dogs and spend a tremendous amount of time with my pups playing, walking and hiking! Over 10 years of dog sitting care locally

Edward A. says "Could not ask for more. - Hired Deborah because I broke my foot and could not walk my 100lb puppy. He is a wild boy. Deborah handles him in a caring,...

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Shannon S.

Pet Sitter

Willington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
Hello, my name is Shannon and I have the energy needed to keep up with your pets and give you a sense of peace while you are away from them. They will be well cared for. I have owned many animals over the past 40 years and have had lots of experience caring for them. I have taken care of cats, dogs, gerbils, fish, frogs,...

Allison V. says "Shannon is absolutely amazing! She's so down to earth and her attention to detail doesn't go unnoticed! I highly recommend her!"

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Juliette G.

Hampden, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a college student home for the summer, I have experience with house sitting, as well as dog sitting and cat sitting.
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Grace W.

Pet Sitting

Hampden, MA

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love pets and i'm open to pet sitting as well as babysitting! I've been a pet owner of cats and dogs my whole life!
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Matthew G.

Pet Care

Tolland, CT

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have owned animals my whole life and I have always loved animals. When I was younger my family had 9 cats in the house, as well as mice, birds, and a rabbit. In my teenage years my mom came home with a tiny Maltese who became my best friend and got me through some tough times in my life. Now my wife and I have two little...
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Sandra F.

Monson, MA

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Sandra: Your trusted Dog Care Sitter, Walker, Care Giver I have had dogs for most of my life. Including a Miniature Poodle, Cockapoo, Great Dane and Springer Spaniels. Dogs are the best. I can be there Second Best Friend when you are not available to care for them. I will show them the love, care and patience they deserve.
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Clara C.

Tolland, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I have experience pet sitting dogs and cats as well as a cat of my own :) Please reach out with any questions, I am very flexible and ready to work with you. Currently, I'm a student at Mount Holyoke College with a flexible summer schedule. I am an animal lover and excited to meet your pet!
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Robin S.

Pet Sitter

Willington, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
My name is Robin. I am very caring and responsible. I have been told that I am nurturing ( I was an elementary school teacher) I would welcome the opportunity to sit for your pet. I like dogs, cats, bunnies, hampsters and fish. I have some experience pet sitting. I cat sat and house sat for a family for a couple of weeks. I dog...
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Athena B.

Somers, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Excited to watch/walk your pet and love them! I have experience with dog walking, and sitting for dogs and cats :).
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Barbara P.

Multi Talented Field

Hampden, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always loved animals of all kinds. I personally own a cat, some guinea pigs, rats and im my past many others including dogs and a bearded dragon. I love helping families in any way I can, whether walking your critters, baby sitting, boarding and any other things needed! I have medical experience, although not a vet,...
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Brooke F.

Willington, CT

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Brooke and I'm a senior at Uconn studying economics. My background with animals includes plenty of experience in paid animal services such as sitting, walking, etc.. However, my true experience comes from home, I've never been short of animals, including but not limited to large and small dogs (one of which...
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Amy L.

Monson, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
Hi, I started working with animals at a very young age I would pet sit and take neighbors dogs for walks or play time. I became a veterinarian technician 15 years ago and started doing puppy training. Now it's time to start pet sitting again it's very rewarding. I love all animals and enjoy spending time with my chocolate lab,...
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Trinity P.

Holland, MA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as Energetic, Caring, Nurturing. My interest in dog walking, sitting, and care. As a lifelong dog lover with extensive experience in caring for pets, I am confident in my ability to provide reliable, compassionate, and professional services for you and your beloved dogs. I have experience caring for...
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Beth C.

Hampden, MA

from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Beth! I'm available for all your animal sitting, walking and feeding needs! I grew up with up to six dogs and four cats at a time and understand that your fur babies are family. Let me give them the care they deserve!
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Audrey W.

Dog Sitter/Walker

Longmeadow, MA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I'm a reliable and experienced sitter/walker and have worked with dogs for several years. Ever since I can remember, I have always been around and loved animals. In addition to caring for dogs, I have experience working as a barn hand, which includes grooming and tacking horses, cleaning stalls, as well as feeding and...
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Kathy T.

housekeeping

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpet cleaning
attic cleaning
basement cleaning
cabinet cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I currently clean two homes in addition to my own home and my cottage in RI. I am accustomed to cleaning up after pets and kids. I have two dogs and a cats myself. I have all my own supplies and equipment. I am a very energetic outgoing person. In my free time I like to hike, run and read. References are available on this site.
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Kelly Y.

Caring, Loving, Pet Companion

East Windsor, CT

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have many pets and have pet sitting experience. I will love and care for your pets as though they were my own giving them attention and playtime. I have two dogs, a cat, an African Gray parrot, and a parakeet at home. I also donate to the greyhound fund, and in my spare time my daughter and to visit the animals. I feel...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.33/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Stafford Springs, CT

Dog sitters near you in Stafford Springs, 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 Stafford Springs, 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 Stafford Springs, CT is $15.33.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Stafford Springs, 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 Stafford Springs, 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 Stafford Springs, 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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