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Nina T.
Riverton, CT
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Lifelong Pet Owner And Pet Caregiver With Five Years Of Experience As An Animal Caretaker.
A lifelong animal lover with extensive experience caring for a variety of animals. I am a certified dog trainer and I am dedicated to providing a comfortable loving environment for your pets while you are away. I will provide playtime, exercise, walks, grooming, feeding, medication administration, etc. Whatever your may need!
Nina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am Sarah and I am a genuine pet lover. I do not have children, just pets who I call my fur babies. I have always been a lover of animals, and my family has named me "the pet whisperer". I haven't met an animal I don't bond with, especially dogs. I have experience with cats and dogs, and many different breeds of dogs,...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Sarah is a very compassionate and caring person. She has a lot of experience in child care and takes her job seriously while also having fun with the children. Sarah is a pleasure to spend time with and your children will feel the same! "
Deidre P.
Ashlynn Z.
Colebrook, CT
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Ashlynn! I provide at home dog/cat sitting and dog walking. I also don t mind giving baths and light grooming. I have been doing this for 10 years. I have a dog and 4 cats of my own and I've always grown up with many animals in my home. All animals have a special place in my heart and I will take great care of your...
Ashlynn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am an animal lover and am looking to help you care for your furry family member! Growing up I had a cat, fish, and a hamster. My cat Tinkerbelle was my baby for a little over 10 years. I have had a housemate in the past few years who had a dog whom I helped take care of walks, hikes, taking him to the dog park, feeding, and...
Hi, I am 35 and an animal lover. I have a full time job that is a flexible and I love being outside whenever I can be. I have one rescue dog and one rescue cat that get along great and love other animals. This is a side job/passion project for me that I have been doing for years and don't plan on stopping. I am available to...
Hadley can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I have always grown up with a lot of pets and currently have 3 dogs and 1 cat. I have a lot of energy myself so I can take dogs on very long walks or play with them if that's what they prefer! I have frequently walked many other dogs in my area so I am experienced with walking dogs other than my own.
Kate can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Kathleen B.
Norfolk, CT
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, there my name is Kathleen. My experience with animals is personal and professional. I have helped anywhere from house sit, walking, grooming, bathing, feeding animals since I was a child. I've took care of pets that had no hearing, blind, hospice, to completely healthy and happy ones. My personal experience with animal's...
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
April C.
Winsted, CT
$25-30/hr
Do you need help with your furry friend! I'm here to help! I care for dogs and cats of all sizes. I do walks and feeding vs an and sitting when needed!
April can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kathleen G.
Torrington, CT
$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love animals. I have 2 cats and a fish. I have been a dog sitter for the past 10 years. Mostly bigger dogs like Labs, Mastiffs and German Shepards. I am willing to take them for rides or to the dog park or a walk around the neighborhood.
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kathleen did a great job taking care of my German shepherd Luna! She spent quality time with Luna while I was away on vacation. Luna adore Kathleen! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am born and raised in NH on a mini farm taking care of pigs, chickens, dogs, cats, bunnies, even some bird care. I have 4 cats but love dogs as well. I have provided mostly sitting, walking, cleaning waste, medication administration, and my love. References Available. Look forward to hear from you. Thank you, Jill
Jill can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
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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 has been walking my golden retriever for three years on the days I work. She is reliable, flexible, and I can tell my dog has gotten her extra energy out by the time I get home! "
Juliane C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! As a dog mom to 3, you can feel comfortable knowing your dogs are in good hands. I also have experience with small dogs and cats. I have cared for dogs who needed medicine like insulin, and special diets. I have prepared food for pets, taken them to grooming or vet appts. I have no issues with walking, feeding or spending...
Wendy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Malgorzata K.
Windsor Locks, CT
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Loving Petsitter Available Anytime (Including Overnights)
5.0
(4)
I love all animals very much. I have a 14-year-old dog who came with me to the United States from Poland therefore I have long term experience taking care of dogs. I often help my friends with taking care of their pets in my free time - I feed, walk, play, and groom them whether it is at their house or my own house. I enjoy long...
Malgorzata can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding & more
5.0
"Malgorzata (“Margaret”) has great experience working with dogs. She cared greatly for our 2 year old poodle when she was here working with my Mom. She adhered to our dog’s schedule of pee/poop times, feeding times, and play time. Our dog loved when she came over!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have 5 yrs of experience as pet sitter Dogs and Cats. I sitter in the house owners for long period of vacations or sitter cats in my house for a long period of time, I sitter dairy, weekly as they need me. I like to give love and attention. Experience to give a medications, walk, etc
Celeste can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I love animals and have 5 years of experience with pet sitting and dog walking. I am looking forward to taking care of your pets!
Julia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Quinn M.
West Hartford, CT
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Can Walk Dogs, Feed Dogs And Cats Would Play With Them As Well
I'd describe my personality as thoughtful, disciplined and compassionate
I like working with animals because they are innocent and loving
I'm looking for a job that is I can enjoy
I started working with animal 1 year ago
In my spare time, I like to watch sports and read
One thing you should know about me is I am...
Quinn can also help with: Pet walking
Jeanette V.
Torrington, CT
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a long lasting experience with pets of my own and other family members since before the age of 10! I have experience with cats and dogs! I provide safe, loving and nurturing care to all animals. I love to be active and physical with dogs and I think they should all have fun like the rest of us, I provide dog walks, toys...
Jeanette can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
I am a animal lover, I have my own dog & Walk dogs 5 days a week. I have a few hours a week that I would like to fill. I can pet sit or walk your dog. All the dogs I care for get lots of love and attention!
Diana can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi, my name is Erin. I have grown up with dogs my entire life. I have a small dog myself but other members of my family have both small and large dogs. I spent two summers prior and vacations walking/dog sitting for a neighbor and loved it! I am comfortable walking or doing overnights as I work from home. Thank you for the...
Erin can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alexandra M.
Simsbury, CT
$17-21/hr
Hello! My name is Alex and I am currently a Preschool teacher. I have done pet-sitting and dog walking in the past and would love to take care of your animals:) Message me!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Riverton, CT
Sarah D.
5.0
Sarah is a very compassionate and caring person. She has a lot of experience in child care and takes her job seriously while also having fun with the children. Sarah is a pleasure to spend time with and your children will feel the same!
- Deidre P.
Kathleen G.
5.0
Kathleen did a great job taking care of my German shepherd Luna! She spent quality time with Luna while I was away on vacation. Luna adore Kathleen!
- Care member
Faith P.
5.0
Faith is an ideal pet care provider. She is excellent with animals. I highly recommend her.
- Lisa H.
Malgorzata K.
5.0
Malgorzata (“Margaret”) has great experience working with dogs. She cared greatly for our 2 year old poodle when she was here working with my Mom. She adhered to our dog’s schedule of pee/poop times, feeding times, and play time. Our dog loved when she came over!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Riverton, CT
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Riverton, CT?
A local dog walker near you in Riverton, CT will cost you an average of $24.00 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 Riverton, CT?
Care.com has 1 dog walkers offering services in Riverton, CT. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Riverton 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 Riverton to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Riverton, 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 Riverton, 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 Riverton, CT?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Riverton, 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 Riverton, CT?
On Care.com, there are currently 1 dog walkers near you in Riverton, 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.