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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
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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.
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
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
(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 walking, pet sitting, 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.
Elizabeth N.
Danbury, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 56 years old and have been in the pet and horse industry my whole life. I am a former vet technician so I have skills to care for high maintenance or geriatric animals. I also have experience with exotic pets. I have owned and operated a small pet/horse care/dog walking/ home health care and mobile grooming business for 15...
Elizabeth can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Flexible, accommodating, and provided great care/love for my dog. Kept him active with the dog park and play dates, and kept me updated with photos. Would highly recommend :)"
Samantha F.
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.
Joni M.
Monroe, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, active yet mature and responsible caregiver. I love to bring a smile to a child's face, and a giggle or two is even better! I have lived in Connecticut all my life. I have lived in the Trumbull/Monroe area for 20 years. I have a large family including four sisters and many nieces and nephews as well! I am a mom...
5.0
"Joni is an incredible caregiver. She has been with us for approximately ten months having started when our daughter was eight months old. In Joni's care, our daughter is safe and happily engaged at all times. Joni is very experienced, easily steps right in where...
Mary F.
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.
Chantel R.
Sandy Hook, CT
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience taking care of pets I grew up various pets. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Chantel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Chantel was amazing with our daughter. Our daughter would run to hug her at drop off in the mornings and truly loves her! She has such a calm demeanor interacting with the kids and always communicated any updates with us. We highly recommend Chantel as a caregiver."
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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 walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Krissia was an amazing gift in helping us with our beloved older lab as he started to require more help than we were able to provide day to day. She made his final months so much better, both for our sweet Cyrus, and also for the rest of our family.
I...
Katherine K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 26, currently working on my associates and I work at a veterinary hospital part-time as a Veterinary Assistant. I have had work my whole lifetime filled with child care experience. My schedule is pretty flexible and frequently I can do short notice date nights, drop off/pick up to extracurricular activities, sick days...
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Jaci has been great! I have appreciated her thoughtful considerate nature, she is a true professional.
Both my boys seem to really appreciate her youthful energy, her kind consideration, as well as the hot chocolates she occasionally brings for them.
The dogs...
Carlos R.
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 sitting, pet walking, boarding
Andrea N.
Danbury, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello.
My name is Andrea.
To me, pets are our kids. I would do anything for them! I currently have three pugs, I spoil them rotten! I offer dog walking, feeding, playing, giving baths, can give medication if needed. I love to play with the pooches! I also have experience with cats. Feeding, playing, clean the litterbox, can give...
Andrea can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Nicole M.
Danbury, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I've been dog walking/ sitting majority of my life. I love animals and have two dogs of my own. I hope you'll consider me for the job, please reach out if you have any further questions!
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
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.
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.
Alexandra C.
Southbury, CT
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of Luxury Dog training experience. This includes but it is not limited to- potty training/leash walking/ basic obedience/stroller walking/therapy dog assistance. I also help with childcare if needed!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet walking & more
Sofia G.
Easton, CT
$20-30/hr
I have always enjoyed running errands for my family and others. This includes grocery shopping, transportation, scheduling appointments, dog walking, dropping off/picking up laundry, party preparation, and more. I can also help by being a personal assistant if needed. Please reach out, and we can chat about any errands you may...
Victoria R.
Sandy Hook, CT
$14-26/hr
I have four dog of my own all different ages and breeds. Walk them twice daily. Administer medications when needed.
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Stacy K.
Redding, CT
$10-25/hr
I am an avid dog lover. Over the last 13 years I have trained and taken care of dogs of all breeds and sizes. I enjoy taking them on daily walks or hikes. I would love to be able to help ease your day while taking care of your pooch.
Stacy can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent dog walker 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.
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.
Elizabeth N.
5.0
Flexible, accommodating, and provided great care/love for my dog. Kept him active with the dog park and play dates, and kept me updated with photos. Would highly recommend :)
- Samantha F.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Newtown, CT
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Newtown, CT?
A local dog walker near you in Newtown, CT will cost you an average of $15.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2024 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2024 to find dog walkers near me in Newtown, CT?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Newtown, CT. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Newtown 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 Newtown to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Newtown, CT worth it?
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 Newtown, CT to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Newtown, CT?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Newtown, 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.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Newtown, CT?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Newtown, 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.