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Jessica M.

Part-time Pet Sitter

Portland, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Responsible, mature pet sitter available part-time. I am available for pet sitting, walks one to two times a week in local area of Portland. Many years experience with golden retrievers, labs for which I have a great love of having been owner myself. Thank you for taking your time to view my profile.

Linda S. says "Jessica has been wonderful with my senior Australian Shepherd. She really understands animals and treats them with compassion. I highly recommend...

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Jeffrey P.

Portland, CT

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have loved animals since I was a little kid. I've been pet sitting for over 10 years off and on and it's been such an enjoyable part time job. I have always loved dogs and have two of my own. One is an older beagle with an old soul personality and another who is a 1-year-old aussiedoodle. I enjoy walks and all things outdoors....

Care Member says "Jeff was a terrific pet sitter. I’d happily hire him again. He took great care of our pups and got them lots of exercise."

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Sara C.

I Love Pets!!

Portland, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sara and I have grown up with and around plenty of different pets! I myself have had various breeds of dogs (all big) throughout my time of growing up, I have had hamsters, birds and even a cat!! I love animals with all my heart and love being able to make them happy by going on walks or playing!
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Mckenzie L.

Portland, CT

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I am 18 years old and just in love with animals. Wether it be playing, feeding, cuddling or walking dogs, you can count me in! Hope I can help, feel free to reach out!
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Shanice S.

Portland, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up with animals my entire life. In addition to caring for my own personal pets I have experience watching and caring for friends and families animals. From longer stays to daily walking I love being able to extend care and help to animals friends! :)
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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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Emily J.

Part Time Care Giver/ Dog Walker

Wethersfield, CT

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
Pet walking
I am a responsible dog owner and pet lover. I have cared for and walked many dogs and enjoy it very much! I understand the importance of your pets safety and will do every a thing in my ability to ensure that.
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Maria R.

East Hampton, CT

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Maria, and animals have always been a big part of my life. I currently have 2 cats, 2 dogs, a fish, and even a frog, so I'm very comfortable caring for pets with different needs and personalities. I know how important it is to have someone reliable who truly loves animals looking after them, and that's exactly...
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Kirstin T.

East Hampton, CT

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
grooming
+ 1 more
I have had cats and dogs in my house since I was a child. I have always adored them. I have two cats at my mothers house and one dog, and two cats at my dads house and one dog. I've had hamsters, mice, hermit crabs and fish. I am in college so I am living in a dorm room. If you need me to take a caged animal, a cat or a small...
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Amanda S.

Glastonbury, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Available to walk or sit for pets. Loves both dogs and cats. Also available for childcare.
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Shaw P.

South Glastonbury, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Shaw and I'm a rising junior at Skidmore College. I've had a dog for all 20 years of my life and am currently taking care of two puppies, new to the family! I have dog-sat for family friends before and taken care of multiple dogs in my years. I love taking them for walks, sitting and cuddling, or whatever they...
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Noel L.

Wethersfield, CT

from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Quiet and peaceful animal lover, experience mostly with cats and dogs. Playing, feeding, walking or just comforting them while you are away.
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Emma W.

Pet Sitting Bio

Glastonbury, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I would love to walk a dog, or even hang out with a cat. I have my own cat, Todd, and I have lived with different cat personalities all my life. I also used to be a dog walker for my neighbor.
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Anja T.

Higganum, CT

from
$17/hr
Boarding
Hello, my name is Anja. I absolutely love animals. I currently have 2 cats. I have had many dogs throughout my life and I would find it a pleasure to take your dog for walks and care for it.
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Quinn S.

Middletown, CT

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Animals are my passion, and I bring 10+ years of experience to every pet I meet. I prioritize comfort, happiness and a safe, consistent routine for your furry children. I manage high-energy breeds with active play (taking them to the park if they're dog friendly & walks), keep your place clean and pet safe, and watch closely for...
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Gabriela W.

Pet Caregiver Available

Rocky Hill, CT

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I have always had a deep love for animals, when I was a little girl I would pray every night that my parents would get me a puppy. Until I got two pups of my own, I would often play with my neighbors and friends dogs as much as I could. I also had three parakeets, fish, and a hamster. When I was 10, I got two cockapoo puppies...
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Kelsey M.

Enthusiastic College Student Available To Care For Your Pets

Moodus, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Kelsey, and I am a 22-year-old college student working to put myself through school. I am currently finishing up my Associate of Arts at the College of Southern Nevada, graduating with honors in 2021 as a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. I have been accepted into the University of Nevada Las Vegas...
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Sarah P.

Middletown, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I'm 21 years old. I'm located in Middletown and available during the day Monday-Friday, with flexible weekend hours. I'm a student at Wesleyan University majoring in Psychology and Science & Technology. I have my own car and a lifelong love for animals! I've grown up around pets and have experience...
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Brooke C.

East Hampton, CT

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! My name is Brooke. I have grown up my entire life with dogs but currently do not have my own. With that I have time to care for others dogs whether that's dog walking, sitting or boarding smaller dogs. Please reach out if you have any questions or want to set up a time to chat!
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Samantha R.

Newington, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi!! I have a lot of experience with dogs. I am constantly watching and walking my neighbors 3 dogs and they are very high energy! I'm a big animal lover and would love to take care of your pet!!
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Portland, CT

Dog Walkers in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Jessica M.

Jessica has been wonderful with my senior Australian Shepherd. She really understands animals and treats them with compassion. I highly...

- Linda S.

Jeffrey P.

Jeff was a terrific pet sitter. I’d happily hire him again. He took great care of our pups and got them lots of exercise.

- 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

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Portland, CT

A local dog walker near you in Portland, CT will cost you an average of $25.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 5 dog walkers offering services in Portland, CT. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland, CT to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Portland, 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 5 dog walkers near you in Portland, 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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