Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Derby, CT
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Find home pet sitting in Derby, CT that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Derby, CT
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 5 years
Home pet sitting in Derby, CT
Lauren C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$12-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi my name is Lauren I'm 20 years old and live in newtown. I love all types of animals and have had animals in my home since I was 5 years old. I've been employed at a groomer, have pet sit on many occasions, and volunteered at many shelters. I have references upon request, and a clean driving record.
Lauren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Riley H.
New Haven, CT
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there!
I provide dog sitting and walking in your home. I have had dogs my entire life and have loads of experience with different breeds- from dachshunds to Saint Bernard, I have walked them all! I am happy to do any light grooming/bathing, and if your dog likes to run, I run distance and love bringing them along. I am...
Riley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have experience with all different animals. I can provide pet sitting in your home; short and long term. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats of my own. I also have had 2 lizards.
Zada can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Dana L.
Milford, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I have experience dog sitting/walking while owners are away on vacation or work. Also, I am a lifetime cat owner and have experience cat sitting as well.
I have always loved animals and enjoy playing and caring for them. I have a dog of my own, but am open to working with other types of animals. I can performs baths if necessary. I am looking for a sitting job that would be in the owners home, as I am unable to care for them at my home due to my pet.
Meghan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide part-time dog walking/sitting. Growing up, my family always had Doberman Pinschers. The last two years I have been pet-sitting/walking one amazing Border Collie/Retriever mix. I am looking to build a relationship with additional dogs/clients.
I also work as a Home Health Aide/ Personal Care Assistant/ Companion. I...
James can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Glennda M.
New Haven, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time, Occasional And Last Minute Pet Sitter Available
Hello,
My name is Glennda and I have such a love for animals. The animals in which I bond best with are dogs and cats. Growing up, our house was always filled with at least 2 pets at a time. At one time, we had 5 pets total (2 cats & 3 dogs). So I have always kept my love for cats and dogs near and dear to my heart.
I have...
Glennda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Caroline. I am a college student home for the summer looking for a full time pet sitting or babysitting job. I love animals and I have experience caring for all kinds of dogs! Duties include walking, feeding, playing, and cuddling!
Caroline can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi all! I am from CT but currently go to school here at the University of Delaware. I absolutely love pets of any kind, especially dogs and cats! At my home in CT, I've had four cats and one dog. I was looking to adopt a kitty to have here at my apartment at school but unfortunately my roommate is allergic. I would love to spend...
Lauren H.
Monroe, CT
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former veterinarian assistant for one year with great references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Lauren can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello- I am a Fairfield mom of two independent teenage boys and receive a great deal of fulfillment from pet sitting. I have had a passion for animals all my life and have a Associate degree in veterinary science. I am available for walks/hikes/feedings and take care of clients dogs at my home when they are away. I provide...
Linda can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
Robert R.
Milford, CT
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Bob, a retired accountant looking to help you with your pet care and pet sitting (your home) needs. I have a flexible schedule, and am available for either one time, multiple days or recurring assignments.
I have large dog experience, having had many myself over the years.
In addition, I have many years of experience...
Robert can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Krisia C.
Danbury, CT
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitting & Walking Pet Care For In-Home/Overnight Care!
4.5
(12)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
My name is Krisia. I am from Costa Rica and I came to the States at the age of 15. I studied Nursing and graduated in 2010. As long as I can remember, I have always had a deep love for animals. I grew up with a household full of furry friends, and couldn't imagine my life without them! That deep love is what sparked my passion...
Krisia can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Krissia was an amazing gift in helping us with our beloved older lab as he started to require more help than we were able to provide day to day. She made his final months so much better, both for our sweet Cyrus, and also for the rest of our family.
I...
Katherine K.
5.0
(2)
I have been taking care of family and friends' dogs and cats since I was 18 years old. I provide services from feeding, walking, waste cleanup, giving medicine, and overnight care at others' homes. I have an 12-year-old Pitbull named Honey Buns and a Bull Mastiff/Cane Corso puppy named Doughy who I love very much and I genuinely...
Sophia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sophia is wonderful. She is very sweet and helpful and very flexible to assist when I had a last minute change of plan."
Stacey S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home. I've had the pleasure of caring for 2 beautiful cats. While living NYC I was a dog walker and pet sitter. My brother's dog is my favorite nephew and each time I'm home we go hiking together and I escape lengthy conversations by throwing the ball with him in the yard.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Brenna V.
Southbury, CT
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm available for pet sitting in your own home. I am comfortable with dogs of all ages and sizes, cats, rabbits, lizards, and fish. I have my own transportation and a flexible schedule. I've grown up with animals my whole life and have experience volunteering at animal shelters and boarding clinics. I have helped teach...
Brenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am a college student interested in providing some part-time, reliable assistance to families that need it. I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have almost 10 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and ages, including puppies and elderly dogs, and currently have two of my own. I am comfortable caring for dogs...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Former JSOC Certified Combat Medic, NYS Paramedic, Instructor & Training Officer (ret). WTC 9/11 First Responder
PGA Class A Professional; Current CT DOH Certified CV Vaccine Administrator
Lifelong pet owner, caretaker & foster available for pet & home sitting visits, feeding, companionship; play time as per your request....
James can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Jim was a thoughtful caregiver to all our pets and our home! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have 2 dogs. I am available for walks, companhioship, and over night. let , me know if I can help you. thank you so much.
Mirielle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"My house was super cleaned and smelled so good. Great cleaner and would definitely recommend"
Margaret G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Experienced veterinary technician with over a decade of experience. Reliable, timely, and knowledgeable. Always looking to provide gold standard care for your fur babies and any other family pets while you are away. Over a decade of providing in home and drop in care. References available upon request. Please message me with...
Amanda can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"We are so happy to have found Amanda through the app! She took care of our two kitties while we were away and did an awesome job. She was very responsive through the process and made us feel comfortable and in good hands. We will definitely be using her services...
Samantha S.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Derby, CT
Krisia C.
5.0
Krisia is a very kind and dependable dog walker. We have worked together for over 6 months. She sends me updates throughout the week and my dog really enjoys her company. My dog is part of the family and it's very important to me that he is in the hands of someone who is trustworthy and dependable....
- Eric M.
Sophia D.
5.0
Sophia is the most dependable dog sitter I ever had. She has great work ethic and takes her dog sitting seriously. She cared for our dogs for over a week when we went away and sent us updates daily with photos. I never once worried about our 2 dogs. I would highly recommend Sophia to anyone.
- Anne D.
James A.
5.0
Jim house and dog sat while we traveled out of state for the holidays. He was communicative while we were away and everything great when we returned.
- Emily C.
Mirielle G.
5.0
Mirielle is amazing, she is always happy and punctual . She is local, very flexible . It's been great having her taking care of my house and of my dogs whenever I go away .
- Phil K.
Amanda R.
5.0
Amanda house sat for us and cared for our cat while we were out of town for the week. She was in regular communication about needs at the home and check ins with photos of our furry baby. As a veterinary professional she even gave me really good advice about feeding schedules and water usage for our...
- Montana A.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Derby
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Derby, CT?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Derby, CT will cost an average of $30.00 per hour as of January 2025. 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 Derby, CT?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Derby, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Derby, 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 Derby, CT?
In home pet sitters in Derby, 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 Derby, CT?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Derby, 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 Derby, CT?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Derby, 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.