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Julia M.

Dog Sitter

Colchester, VT

from
$13/hr
Pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home. I am very comfortable with dogs, as I have four of my own, large breeds. I do not have any prior formal experience with animals but I love dogs of all sizes and ages, I have a flexible schedule and am dependent. I will spend time with your dogs and give them the love they need when you are...
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Meghan S.

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Colchester, VT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I currently work as a phlebotomist. I was a veterinary technician, and kennel attendant from 2005-2013. I have lots of experience with animals of all kinds. I love caring for, hiking, and walking dogs especially. I have a dog and a cat myself so I know just how important they are. I do offer boarding in my home on a case by case...

Catherine S. says "Meghan was totally dependable and conscientious. Her background as a vet tech was an asset to her work. She would inform me if she thought that my...

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Tabitha M.

Experienced And Caring Pet Sitter

Colchester, VT

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I have 5 years of experience in caring for dogs, cats, fish, chickens, and homes while their families are away. I am by nature an animal person and am always delighted to meet the furry friends that make such amazing additions to your family!
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Liza P.

Colchester, VT

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
My name is Liza, and I am a local artist and barista based in Burlington, Vermont. Having grown up on a farm in central Vermont, I've been passionate about animal care throughout my life, from horses to chickens. My family and I are avid pet lovers, currently sharing our home with three beloved cats, who bring us immense joy....
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Desirae E.

Colchester, VT

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Dog walking, animal sitting. Experience with large animals and live stock (cows, chickens, ducks, guinea fowl...) I am willing to animal/house sit. I have 2 cats (Jack and Maggie) and a 6 yr old 55lb Boxer/Pittie named Harlee
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Jo L.

Colchester, VT

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
I am a licensed teacher looking to save money for traveling. I grew up on a horse farm surrounded by animals. I have 2 grown children that I house sit and dog/sit for on weekends. I also adopted my son during Covid and he loves animals too! I have excellent character references.
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Gretchen R.

Colchester, VT

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a current college student with past experience pet sitting and babysitting locally in my hometown in New Hampshire. I love spending time walking and playing with my dog and am always eager to meet more fur babies!!
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Chelsy M.

Colchester, VT

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Pet sitting would be new to me as a paid job. I have been sitting little cute critters around 10 years mostly for family and friends. I know your animals are family and I will take care of them like they are my own. love spending time walking and playing with dogs. We have a great time going to the local dog park (with approval....
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Danielle C.

Summer Pet Care Provider

Williston, VT

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I've always had a special place in my heart for animals and enjoy interacting with them whenever possible. All animals can feel the emotions of happiness and pain just like humans meaning they must also be treated with respect and kindness. I've been pet-sitting for 16 years. Ever since I was little, I'd go over to my...

Jennifer B. says "She is extremely trustworthy. I was concerned about my cats not getting the attention that they needed but she did such a great job making me feel...

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Allison D.

South Burlington, VT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! My name is Allison. I grew up with many animals in the home, and love dogs of all breeds! I love cats and other animals too! I can host in my home, or come out to you. I look forward to meeting you and your pet! I also am available for housecleaning/sitting.

Sharon F. says "I've had the chance to talk at length with Allison and find her very responsive, compassionate, and understanding. With all her skills and talents, I...

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Paige S.

Part-Time Dog Sitter

Burlington, VT

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
To be honest, this would be my first time professionally pet-sitting but I feel like my love for animals negates this. I absolutely love animals and it would be my pleasure to assist you with pet care. As far as availability, this is something we can discuss if you are interested! Thank you for your time.
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Leslie C.

Dog Walker/ Sitter

Burlington, VT

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Leslie and I am looking for any dog walking or sitting jobs. I and a UVM student living in Burlington for the summer/fall! I love dogs and have had them my entire life. I am willing to walk / transport/ feed/ etc. whatever is needed! I have a lot of experience caring for dogs!
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Marisa W.

Essex Junction, VT

from
$8/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Caring for animals is my passion! With 3 years of experience, I offer pet walking and sitting, medication administration, and safe pet transportation. I have five of my own cats at the moment and have worked in a dog daycare so I prioritize your pet's comfort and happiness by reinforcing positive behaviors. I maintain a clean,...
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Allison A.

Burlington, VT

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I love caring for pets, giving them the time and attention they deserve! I grew up pet sitting for many of my neighbors, primarily for cats and dogs. I would love to help out in any way I can!
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Victoria C.

Part Time Pet Care Giver

Williston, VT

from
$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have had pets for the last 20 years of my life. Mostly dogs. I currently have 1 dog who is my world. I love doing outdoor activities with animals, and have experience with dogs of all sizes and breeds. Walking and play time are very important and I can provide all the love an attention...
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Jesse S.

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

Burlington, VT

from
$11/hr
2 years experience
I provide dog sitting and cat sitting in your own home. I can stay over in your home and house-sit as well as taking care of your pet. I have 3 years experience providing care for my neighbors' cats, and I can provide references. I would love to talk more about caring for your pets!
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Jasmine R.

South Burlington, VT

from
$22/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I'm a reliable and caring pet lover with hands-on experience from owning and caring for my own dog. Through daily walks, feeding routines, playtime, basic training, and lots of love, I've learned how important patience, consistency, and attention are for pets to feel safe and happy. I treat every pet like my own and always...
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Ellie S.

Burlington, VT

from
$8/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello - my name is Ellie and I am an experienced cat foster parent and have fostered and socialized over 160 cats (: I have limited experience sitting for dogs and fish as well. I can't wait to get to know your furry friends!
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Ella D.

Reliable, Caring Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Burlington, VT

from
$11/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
All my life, I've been an avid animal lover. I've had two of my own dogs for almost 13 years (that's them in my picture!) and I've loved every second of it. Between my own dogs and family friends' dogs I've had experience with puppies, potty training, walking multiple dogs, obedience training, and medicine administration. I'd...
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Lillian D.

Lover Of All Pets!

Burlington, VT

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello there! I have cat and dog sat for five years now, cat sitting for 3 cats at a time and 1 dog at a time in addition to growing up taking care of my childhood cat. I am super confortable with all sizes of dogs and love giving all animals lots of love!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Colchester, VT

Dog Sitters in Colchester, VT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Meghan S.

Meghan was totally dependable and conscientious. Her background as a vet tech was an asset to her work. She would inform me if she thought...

- Catherine S.

Danielle C.

She is extremely trustworthy. I was concerned about my cats not getting the attention that they needed but she did such a great job making...

- Jennifer B.

Allison D.

I've had the chance to talk at length with Allison and find her very responsive, compassionate, and understanding. With all her skills and...

- Sharon F.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Colchester, VT

Dog sitters near you in Colchester, VT can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Colchester, VT to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Colchester, VT is $18.25.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Colchester, VT. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Colchester, VT we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Colchester, VT, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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