Find Trusted Dog Walkers Near Me in Essex, CT
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Find dog walkers in Essex, CT that you’ll love
60 dog walkers are listed in Essex, CT
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 5 years
Dog walkers in Essex, CT
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and animals! I have 30+ years experience with my, my family, and my friends children and animals. I am in the process of being re-certified for CPR and First Aid through CERT (Community Emergency Response Team). I love volunteering at my local animal shelter caring for and walking dogs and helping to plan and...
Cindy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Cindy is a kind, conscientious person and extremely reliable. I found her through Dan C. pet rescue where she has volunteered. The person in charge there, Laura B. raved over Cindy. Anyone who could have Cindy work for them will be blessed for sure!"
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Kirstin T.
East Hampton, CT
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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...
Kirstin can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, grooming & more
5.0
(1)
I am able to provide pet care in your own home. I have experience with dogs of a variety of breeds, cats, and small animals. I myself have a cat, a Lab/Husky Mix, and Australian Shepard puppy, and two rats. I can provide services of feeding, walking, litter box/cage cleaning, and light grooming (brushing, etc.)
Alexis can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Shannon H.
Middletown, CT
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for dogs, cats, kittens and puppies of all walks of life. I have been a foster mom which included at one time 25 cats not counting my own animals. Which include a basset hound, Great Dane (passed), Black Lab, and salt water fish. I have also trained dogs to work closely with the seeing impaired. I also have a...
Shannon can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced dog walker who has been walking and sitting dogs for clients for a little over four years. Most recently, I came from the Bay Area where I was walking for pet care service clients and have a 5 star rating overall. Being with animals is definitely the best part of my day and I couldn't imagine not being around...
Crystal can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Crystal is great with my two dogs! She has been so helpful and reliable! I would highly recommend her for anyone else's fur babies :)"
Chelsea Q.
5.0
(1)
My senior care experience was taking care of my mother who passed away from dementia 8 years ago. I also had the pleasure of taking care of an amazing woman who I took grocery shopping, to doctor appointments, cleaned her house and just keeping her company as well as making her laugh. I took care of my grandmother 30 years ago...
Sabrina can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety...
Jeffrey H.
5.0
(2)
My goal is not only to meet but exceed your expectations, fostering a trusting relationship built on reliability, communication, and mutual respect.
Beyond my technical expertise, I pride myself on creating meaningful connections with both pets and their owners. I believe in open communication, transparency, and a genuine love...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jessica has been wonderful with my senior Australian Shepherd. She really understands animals and treats them with compassion. I highly recommend Jessica. "
Linda S.
Caitlin D.
Middletown, CT
$17-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have pet sat for my friends many times over the years.
I have fed dogs, cats, and fish, I've administered medicine orally, and taken dogs on walks. I've also stayed overnight with a dog after surgery to make sure he was safe and comfortable.
I also have 3 cats of my own who I love very much.
Caitlin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Caitlyn was fabulous! My dog, who likes NO strangers, took to her and she was the first person outside our family to successfully care for him while we were away. She not only took care of our temperamental dog, but our other sweetheart of a pup, our cat, and our...
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I can provide pet care such as dog walking and feeding. Dogs and cats. I have a dog and love to be active and outdoors.
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have 2 years paid experience working at a local dog kennel, and have 3 dogs of my own. I'm open to dog walking your pups of all sizes, or dropping in for visits. I am a stay at home mom to a newborn so he'd be joining us on walks!
Andrea can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
Erin F.
East Marion, NY
$16-21/hr
Big animal lover! Would be very interested in dog walking/sitting. As well as sitting other animals.
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Leana P.
New London, CT
$17-21/hr
Animal lover! Not much paid experience but willing to learn and help with pet sitting, dog walking, and pet care.
Leana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have grown up around dogs and cats and have always had an interest in caring for them. Along with owning animals of my own, I have experience pet sitting, overnight care, dog walking, and fostering dogs.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I'm a friendly pet sitter who enjoys both cats and dogs. Taking care and giving love to pets!
I'm 19 years old
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Jakelin can also help with: Pet sitting
I am a pet owner to two cats Mila and Mondo. I used to have dogs in the past and I overall LOVE animals. I am happy to help with dog walking and dog sitting needs on a regular basis.
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Molly S.
Middlefield, CT
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have a love for animals and have been dog walking and pet sitting since I was little. I have good experience with pets and would love to help you with your fur babies!
Molly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've owned both a cat and a dog all my life. I previously worked for a dog walking business in which I cared for dogs from Chihuahuas to Pit Bulls. I also used to take care of my neighbor's cats and dogs when they went away. I'm very comfortable with animals, and I have a lot of experience in caring for them.
Gianna can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hello! I love animals and have many pets of my own! I have plenty of experience dog sitting. Also, I am available for dog walking.
Madeleine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding, daily feeding & more
Hi
My name is Annie I am 59 years married for 37 years wuth two grown sons . I live in N Guilford
I am a huge animal person would never not have dogs in my life!
I have had dogs and cats from age 6 and currently have 3 large breed dogs
I love walking and hiking my furry friends
I am tall and large framed so walking or caring...
Ann can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Essex, CT
Cindy C.
5.0
Cindy is a kind, conscientious person and extremely reliable. I found her through Dan C. pet rescue where she has volunteered. The person in charge there, Laura B. raved over Cindy. Anyone who could have Cindy work for them will be blessed for sure!
- Care member
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is great with my two dogs! She has been so helpful and reliable! I would highly recommend her for anyone else's fur babies :)
- Chelsea Q.
Sabrina G.
5.0
Sabrina is a reliable, patient, and thoughtful caregiver. She brought intelligent, creative solutions to the everyday problems that need to be addressed when assisting a senior who still lived at home alone. She had a flexible schedule and handled a wide variety of tasks.
- Jeffrey H.
Jessica M.
5.0
Jessica has been wonderful with my senior Australian Shepherd. She really understands animals and treats them with compassion. I highly recommend Jessica.
- Linda S.
Caitlin D.
5.0
Caitlyn was fabulous! My dog, who likes NO strangers, took to her and she was the first person outside our family to successfully care for him while we were away. She not only took care of our temperamental dog, but our other sweetheart of a pup, our cat, and our ducks and chickens. Everything was...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Essex, CT
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Essex, CT?
A local dog walker near you in Essex, CT will cost you an average of $17.50 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of April 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Essex, CT?
Care.com has 2 dog walkers offering services in Essex, CT. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Essex 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 Essex to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Essex, 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 Essex, 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 Essex, CT?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Essex, 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 Essex, CT?
On Care.com, there are currently 2 dog walkers near you in Essex, 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.