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Hello! thank you for visiting my page! I provide animal care in your own home. I adore animals and I have grown up with many furry friends. I currently have two boxer mixes and three cats whom I love with all my heart. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages, and have been animal sitting for years. I have experience with...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
I provide boarding care in my home or can drop in your home for walks, play time and feedings. I do have a fenced in area and lots if toys and beds. I have over 15 years of experience and also have fostered over 700 puppies and kittens in the last 10 years. I have an 11-year-old yorkie and 7-year-old chihuahua. I can give...
Kristin can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Dexter D.
Ellington, CT
$13-18/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am currently an active male in my mid 20s trying to exercise as much as possible. I walk my dog every day so I am used to the routine and necessary motions of caring for him.
Dexter can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kris J.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$12-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have provided care for animals of all sorts, including dogs, cats, reptiles, and other small mammals. I love animals of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, light grooming, and feeding.
Kris can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I provide animal sitting in your own home. I have cared for cats, dogs, ferrets, and fish. I own a big collie myself so I have no problem with big dogs. Taking them for walks and giving baths is something I am comfortable with.
Paula can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm happy to provide pet sitting in your own home or daily dog walks. Or other pets if they like being out on a leash! I've previously had black labs and German shepherds. I made sure that they were well trained, so I can do some basic obedience work with your dog to make walks easier on both of us. I have one cat right now. I...
Melissa L.
Enfield, CT
$15-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced and have had animals all my life. have 5 cats. Quality care when you are not there.
Nicole C.
Stafford Springs, CT
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Pet Lover, Part-Time Pet Care Availability
5.0
(6)
Since I was a little girl animals have always been my passion. For most of my adult life, I was a professional in the corporate world. I didn't find it to be rewarding so I decided it was time for a change. Now I do what I love! Pets are my specialty. I've worked at doggie day cares/kennels and have been the proud parent of many...
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding & more
5.0
"Sincerely cares about animals. Handled my special needs babies very well."
Deidre M.
Rebecca O.
Three Rivers, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a private housekeeper for multiple families, and recently started pet sitting. With the recent loss of my beloved friend ( German Shepherd-Emmy:) of 12yrs, pet sitting has become more of my focus. I love being around dogs, snuggling, walking & playing. I'm good with cats too ;) overnight care done in pets home @ $100 per...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Rebecca is fantastic! We have trusted her with our dogs and our home multiple times. Great communication before and during her stay makes it easy to plan and enjoy our nights away. Do not hesitate to book Rebecca!"
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Jeffrey P.
Hartford, CT
$45-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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....
Jeffrey can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"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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5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Faith a 29-year-old. I am very active and outdoorsy person. I have many years of experience with all sizes and behaviors of dogs and cats. I have 3dogs & 4cats one of my dogs has epilepsy. I've had dogs & cats all my life with all different needs. I have been to many dog obedient schools an have obtained the skills to walk...
Faith can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Faith is an ideal pet care provider. She is excellent with animals. I highly recommend her."
Lisa H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been taking care of people's pets since I was a kid - From there in my nannying career, I've also taken care of a lot of pets during the day or when the families went away for more of a check in or overnight care.
I've always had a knack for winning over even the shy pets.
I've had first hand experience with puppy...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Somehow got my cats (who have historically fled strangers on sight) to come out and say hi consistently. Informative updates, proactive in asking for information, went above and beyond the call of duty in cleaning up hairballs. Excellent, friendly sitter, would...
Tristan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently provide dog sitting in your home, which uncludes housesitting. I'm an experienced dog walked and sitter. I've walked and petsat different types of dogs, including golden retriver and vizsla. I've also provided petsitting for cats.
Giorgia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Giorgia is phenomenal! She helped us pet care, household tasks, errands, organization, food prep, and anything I could think of that would help make our lives more manageable. She is efficient, extremely organized, and very smart and she is flexible and creative -...
Phoebe H.
5.0
(1)
I have four years of experience taking care of cats and dogs for family and friends. Over the years my family and I have owned cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish! In addition, I have helped foster cats and find homes for strays. I am a huge animal lover and willing to help out with any pets! I currently own and take care of my...
Brooke can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have much more than a pet sitting service... I have a special bond with animals. I have been working with animals for many years at dog daycare centers, homes, and animal shelters. References can be provided upon request. Over the years I have acquired some valuable dog training skills and knowledge about dog and cat...
Sheryl can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding
5.0
"Sheryl is a very caring person . Animals are her first love. She is pleasant, responsible, and treats any animal she cares for as one of her own. She cared for my cat impeccably and went above and beyond, taking the time to socialize with her while I was away. I...
Wendy H.
Aleesha R.
Willimantic, CT
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been dog sitting and walking since I was 13, I was the neighborhood girl who watch everyone's homes and pets when they went on vacation. In high school I worked at a dog grooming a boarding home. And while in college and after college work as a dog walker, sitter, and boarder for 1 year. I also have my own dog she is a...
Aleesha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Alli has watched our three children for 6 months now . She is great with the kids and even helps with light housework and laundry . I would 100% recommend her to any families looking for kind reliable safe care for their little's"
Brittany B.
3.0
(2)
I come from a very animal oriented home, we've had everything from cats, dogs, birds, exotics animals to farm animals. I'm comfortable caring for any type of animal in any quantity. I'm comfortable giving medicine and caring for special needs animals! I have great references and 10+ years caring for animals of all sizes and...
Colby can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have primarily provided cat and dog sitting in the owners home, but I do not stay there overnight and I do not board the pets. I have also provided care for fish, ferrets, and guinea pigs. I have had dogs, cats, a frog, birds, fish and guinea pigs of my own. I always sit and play with the animals for a minimum of 60 minutes so...
Lily can also help with: Pet walking
Jennifer D.
Hartford, CT
$11-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I will provide pet sitting in my home. I am a lifelong pet owner, and the proud current owner of a 2-year-old Havanese named Rusty and a 2-year-old American short hair cat named Taco. I'm a fashion design graduate, as well as a recent graduate in psychology and education. I have references as well and more than 10 years of...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Anneke S.
Chicopee, MA
$14-19/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I worked for Marathon Pets dog walking for three years and have owned dogs all my life. I love dogs of all sizes and ages (but am sadly allergic to cats and rabbits). Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Anneke can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Ellington, CT
Nicole C.
5.0
Sincerely cares about animals. Handled my special needs babies very well.
- Deidre M.
Rebecca O.
5.0
With Rebecca in my home to care for my pets, I feel confident leaving for any period of time. She truly enjoys my dog and cats and gives them the love and attention they need. She also is someone who pays attention to details, whether concerning the pets, the house, the yard, etc. I know that when I...
- Care member
Jeffrey P.
5.0
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
Faith P.
5.0
Faith is an ideal pet care provider. She is excellent with animals. I highly recommend her.
- Lisa H.
Kathryn O.
5.0
Somehow got my cats (who have historically fled strangers on sight) to come out and say hi consistently. Informative updates, proactive in asking for information, went above and beyond the call of duty in cleaning up hairballs. Excellent, friendly sitter, would definitely hire again.
- Tristan C.
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In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Ellington, CT?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Ellington, CT will cost an average of $15.33 per hour as of May 2024. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Ellington, CT?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Ellington, CT on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 3 in home pet sitters in Ellington, CT, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Ellington, CT?
In home pet sitters in Ellington, CT can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Ellington, CT?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Ellington, CT, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Ellington, CT?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Ellington, CT. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.