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Kimberly S.

Hamden, CT

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Kim, and I'm 46. Former nanny of 17 yrs turned house/pet sitter/dog walker for 8 years now. I love animals. I treat the animals like I would a nanny charge. I talk to them, play with them, keep them safe, and make sure their needs are met. I'm also familiar with, and respectful of working in other peoples' houses....

Ryan M. says "Kimberly was wonderful with our dogs! She was extremely responsive and up front about availability during the interview process. She came over to meet the...

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Pet Care

Hamden, CT

from
$19/hr
Pet walking
I have always had pets in my life. Right now in my home I have three dogs and two cats. My dogs : Skye is a blue heeler age 5 Kirby is a corgi age 2 Aurora is Aussie mix age 4 And cats are black and white scrat age 16 Yoshi is an orange cat almost. 2 I love. Animals if I could I would have more haha
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Pets

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for years and I love it! Animals are my favorite and I love to spend time walking or playing with any kind of animals!
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Pet Sitter

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have grown up with and in my adults life cared for a variety of animals both as my own pets and for others. This included cats, dogs, snakes, turtles, hamsters, rabbits, fish, geckos, as well as sheep, goats, horses, chickens, and other farm animals. I have experience administering medication (not including shots) and caring...
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Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and would love to be able to help with your animal care needs! I have two cats of my own and have grown up with all kinds of animals, including cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils and fish.
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Pet And Child Care

Hamden, CT

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I also am CPR/First Aid Certified.
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Pet Lover

Hamden, CT

from
$22/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Mary & I have been a dog owner who always had a dog growing up. My black lab mix was Symba who lived 12 years & my pure bred black lab CandyCane did the same. I miss my dogs & they were always well taken care of by me or my family and were treated like a family member! I would be happy to care for your dog with walks,...
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A Lifelong Pet Lover And Would Love To Help Your Family!

Hamden, CT

from
$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi families! My name is Melanie, a caring, dependable, and energetic caregiver who loves helping children learn, laugh, and feel safe. With over 10 years of child experience with kids of all ages, I focus on creating a fun and nurturing environment for your little one to grow and thrive. I also have experience as a lead...
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Your Pet's New Favorite Sitter

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as Reliable Polite Confident I like working with animals because it allows me to make a direct, positive impact on their well-being. I find it so rewarding to care for and support animals, building trust and forming bonds. This work also helps me develop valuable skills I'm looking for a job...
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Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have experience with cats & dogs. I have worked for a vet as a handler & kennel assistant. I have also worked privately for families as a walker & sitter. Animals are more then just pets to me. I see them as part of my family. They deserve all of our love & respect. :)
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Pet Sitting In Exchange For Pet Sitting

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
My husband and I are animal lovers! We have 2 small dogs a senior pug and a young Pomeranian as well as 2 guinea pigs. I also have cared for farm animals over several months at a time including horses, goats, sheep, chickens, donkey, guinea pigs.......... I do not need to be paid to care for your animals if you would consider...
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I Am A Pet Sitter

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
I have always had pets growing up as a child, and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I cared for family, friends, and my clients' pets because I am a caregiver for elderly as well. I am excited to be able to help by caring for your pets when needed.
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Hi, I'm Kim I Have 7 Cats And I'm Looking To Take Care Of Peoples Pets

Hamden, CT

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
I have 7 cats so I'm really qualified to take care of them! I take care of 7 cats everyday and I love animals I'd describe my personality as Responsible, clean, friendly I like working with animals because I love taking care of them and I love them I'm looking for a job that lets me spend time with animals and take care of...
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Animal Lover With Energy, Love And Cuddles To Give

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I'm a cat-owner with lots of experience caring for cats of all types and personalities. I can deal with the friendly ones who like pets and cuddles and the standoffish ones who hiss and scratch. I also have experience pilling cats. I'm not afraid of...
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Part Time

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
I am an experienced pet care giver. I have taken care of dog for a family for a year and I have also owned a few pets of all sizes myself and have been able to take great care of them for example I have performed tasks like grooming, bathing, feeding, etc. I love taking care of pets and treat them as if they are my own. I am...
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Jordan M.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I do overnight care and regular day care for 2 dogs in my community. This includes letting the dogs out to use the bathroom, transportation to vet/grooming appointments and going on walks!
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Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have experienced caring for pets and children between the ages of infant to 11 years old. I've worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, daycare teacher, and paraprofessional. I graduated from UConn in 2022 and worked in an elementary school with children with autism for the past year. In August I will be attending the...
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About Me

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
Hi! My name is Cate and I'm a part time student in pastry school. Some of my hobbies are cooking/baking, hiking, tennis, fitness and arts and crafts. I have 3 dogs, 2 Dachshunds and a Cocker Spaniel. Growing up in a family that has had many pets, I have a deep love for animals and treat them as if they're my children, giving...
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Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kylie and I am getting my doctorate in Physical Therapy at Quinnipiac University. I'm an experienced and dependable pet sitter and dog walker with over 7 years of hands-on experience caring for pets of friends and family. I'm also a proud pet parent to one dog and two cats, so I truly understand how important it is to...
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Taylor S.'s Photo

Hamden, CT

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide pet care in your own home. I am comfortable with both cats and dogs. I have a lot of experience in caring for pets of all sizes. I have worked with several different breeds of dogs including(but not limited to) Australian Shepherds, Pit bulls, Mastiffs, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Labs, and Cockapoos. I am comfortable with...
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.35/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Hamden, CT

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $18.35 per hour as of December 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 46 pet care providers in Hamden, CT offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Hamden or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hamden, CT such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Hamden, CT for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Hamden, CT such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Hamden, CT for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Hamden, CT, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Hamden, CT, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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