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Cindy C.

Pet And Child Care Professional

North Branford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I love children and animals! I have 30+ years experience with my, my family, and my friends children and animals. I am in the process of being re-certified for CPR and First Aid through CERT (Community Emergency Response Team). I love volunteering at my local animal shelter caring for and walking dogs and helping to plan and...

Care Member says "Cindy is a kind, conscientious person and extremely reliable. I found her through Dan C. pet rescue where she has volunteered. The person in charge...

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Stefanie L.

Newington, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Animal lover! Reliable, non-smoker. Comfortable administering medications, walking, feeding, and giving attention.

Care Member says "Wonderful expierence with Stefanie, she cared for my cats and gave them lots of love, cuddles, and play while I was away on vacation. She did everything...

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Adriana V.

Professional & Insured Dog Walker & Pet Sitter.

Essex, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
I'm Adriana, a professional pet care provider with 15+ years of experience. Since 2010, I've dedicated myself to offering Dog Walking & Pet Sitting as my full-time career. I'm Insured, Bonded & Certified in Pet CPR & First Aid. I'm also a Pet CPR Instructor through my business. Caring for pets of all breeds, sizes, and ages is...

Christina S. says "I was a nervous wreck trying to find a solution for my two pups. My boys are very high energy, require medication, and were undergoing training at the...

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Keyla C.

East Haven, CT

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Responsible and patient with pets for day to day care. This includes feeding, walking, cleaning, watering, bathing, medicating and monitoring. Knowledgeable of animal behavior and adept at caring for all kinds of pets.
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Elysse R.

Professional Dog Care: Dog Walking And Dog Sitting

South Glastonbury, CT

from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been a pet sitter for 6 years now. There is nothing I love more than interacting with and taking care of dogs. I have a lab shepherd mix named Jake, and I absolutely adore him! My pet care services include dog walking and overnight dog sitting. I believe that dogs are much more comfortable in their own home than in a...
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Frankie E.

Dog Walker!

Guilford, CT

from
$11/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
I provide dog walking and a little love for your dog or dogs! I love dogs and have grown up with large and small dogs.
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Caroline N.

Guilford, CT

from
$16/hr
Hi there! I am a true animal lover, especially when it comes to dogs. Open to pet sitting, house sitting, or dog walking! Comfortable with more than one animal at a time.
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Rebecca H.

Guilford, CT

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Rebecca, I am a junior in college looking for summer jobs involving both child care and pet care. I have experience in both fields and I am comfortable with dog walking, animal feeding, and basic animal care. I look forward to speaking further about availability!
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Josie S.

Guilford, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Josie S. I just graduated from Columbia University with my Master's in Climate and Society and am spending the summer and early fall in the area. I'm a very hardworking, caring, and empathetic person with experience in both child and pet care, as well as education and environmental work. I'm passionate about...
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Heather H.

Clinton, CT

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Heather. I am a part-time nanny, but I am available as well for pet sitting, walking, and/or overnight help in your home! Most of my experience is with dogs, including giving medication, walking, etc. But I am comfortable with most pets!
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Christine S.

Cheshire, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
I was a dog walker for two years about 10 years ago and have experience in walking dogs and making sure they are fed and taking care of whether on a daily basis or an as needed basis.
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Jennifer B.

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello I'm Jennifer. I've been pet sitting for family members and friends for years and have a passion for making sure all animals are happy and comfortable. I'm reliable, patient, and excited to take care of your furry friend! I have experience as I became a foster parent couple years ago for dogs and then cats, and it was the...
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Kat S.

Kat Loves Animals

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
I have grown up around animals and have had both dogs and cats my whole life. My family dog is a Lab/Pittbull mix and has helped me become comfortable walking and caring for strong dogs with a lot of energy. I rode horses for 10 years and For several years I worked leading pony rides and handling farm animals for a traveling...
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Sofia R.

Professional Cuddles

Meriden, CT

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been taking care of pets for about 5 years now. Doing everything from dog walking, to pet sitting and overnight stays at the client's home. I've cared for 1 to 4 pets in a single household/stay. I also worked in a doggy daycare for a little over a year. I absolutely love animals and understand that more than pets, they're...
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Erica C.

Newington, CT

from
$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi Im Erica! I don't have any professional experience with animals, but I have always had dogs and cats around my whole life. I currently have 2 dogs and a cat. My dogs are so playful and love to go on long walks around our neighborhood. My cat is such a cuddle bug. I would love to share the love I have for my pets with yours!
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Alivia C.

Dog Walking!

Westbrook, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have my own two dogs and I regularly watch my neighbor's dog Jessie who is 8 and my friends puppy Harley who is 2! I have taken care of cats for friends while they were away as well! have my own fish too (which are very easy to care for)!
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Gabriella B.

Hartford, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I’m a caring and reliable pet lover offering dog walking and pet sitting services for both dogs and cats. Whether your furry friend needs a nice walk, some playtime, or a cozy companion while you’re away, I’ll make sure they’re safe, happy, and well cared for. I treat every pet like my own with love, patience, and...
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Eryn W.

Colchester, CT

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
Hi! I'm Eryn-your dogs new favorite walking buddy! I'm a lifelong dog lover who genuinely enjoys staying active, so long walks, playtime, and keeping up with energetic pups are right up my alley. Whether your dog is big, small, shy, or super playful, I'm confident and calm handling all kinds of temperments-even those who might...
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Erika D.

East Haven, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a lifelong dog lover with years of hands-on experience caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. I have a 5-year-old dog of my own who's friendly, well-behaved, and gets along great with other dogs. Having a dog myself has taught me how important it is to give them consistent attention, exercise, and love. Whether...
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Rachel R.

North Branford, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am an animal enthusiast with an absolute adoration for animals of all kinds. I have experience working with animals through volunteering at an animal shelter, pet-sitting, and taking care of my own pets. I have sat for a family with six dogs, a cat, and chickens, as well as a family with three German Shepherds. I have also had...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Higganum, CT

Dog Walkers in Higganum, CT are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Cindy C.

Cindy is a kind, conscientious person and extremely reliable. I found her through Dan C. pet rescue where she has volunteered. The person in...

- Care member

Stefanie L.

Wonderful expierence with Stefanie, she cared for my cats and gave them lots of love, cuddles, and play while I was away on vacation. She...

- Care member

Adriana V.

I was a nervous wreck trying to find a solution for my two pups. My boys are very high energy, require medication, and were undergoing...

- Christina S.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Higganum, CT

A local dog walker near you in Higganum, CT will cost you an average of $17.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of November 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Higganum, CT. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Higganum or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Higganum to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Higganum, CT to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Higganum, CT, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Higganum, CT that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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