Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Portland, CT
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Find home pet sitting in Portland, CT that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Portland, CT
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 6 years
Home pet sitting in Portland, CT
Rachel C.
Chester, CT
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting within your own home or do drop-in care visits as well! I have much experience caring for cats and have some experience with dogs as well. I am able to feed, walk, and/or stay active with your pets depending on the specific needs. I feel I am very friendly and calm when it comes to handling animals.
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Susana C.
Hartford, CT
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part Time Attentive & Caring Pet Sitter/Walker (Will Treat Your Pet As My Own)
Hi there my name is Susana C and I'm interested in your posting. I have been a pet walker and sitter for the past 7 years. Starting from 19. Experienced working with dogs and cats of all sizes and types. Handling feeding, walking(cleaning as well), medication management, and overnights (in your own home) with quick...
Susana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Courtney W.
Killingworth, CT
$11-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a pet and house sitter for over 15 years. I believe pets do better when they are at their own home. My services include cleaning, mail and package pick up, plant and garden maintenance and of course caring for you fur baby or other pet. I provide walks, snuggles, and play. My many references can be checked.
Claudia H.
West Hartford, CT
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Claudia, and I have been caring for dogs since I was able to have my own! I'm have had experience in dog sitting for over 2 years whether clients wanted the dogs to stay with me for the week or visit/ stay at their homes and dog sit
Claudia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Virginia J.
Hartford, CT
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ginger. My experience with animals is both personal and professional. I have a 1-year-old energetic Vizsla at home, and I am comfortable with any size dog. I grew up pet sitting family friends pets and I have worked as a veterinary assistant in the past.
Virginia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Melissa V.
West Hartford, CT
$17-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello families!
I am a determined sophomore in college majoring in Elementary/Special Education. I am passionate about working with children and pets and have prior pet-sitting and babysitting experience. I have worked in a variety of setting including classrooms, daycares, and home settings. I'm responsible, reliable, and...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting
Jessica H.
Colchester, CT
$10-15/hr
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former receptionist from a Pet Resort and I handled dogs of all ages, sizes and breeds. I am very comfortable around dogs and I truly enjoy taking them for walks, playing or just providing some company!
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Isabella D.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm 20 years old. I have 3 dogs, and a rabbit. I'm a big animal person!!
I'm not able to drive, so my transportation would be one of my parents.
I am unable to board and keep pets in my home due to the crowded living situation.
My rabbit is 4 years old, I got her when she was about 9 weeks. One of my dogs is 10 years old, we've...
Isabella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have watched the pets of many friends over the years when they have gone on trips. My experience is with dogs, cats, and fish. Able to stay at your home, walk dogs, and give your pets some love!
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Daelynn L.
Lebanon, CT
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a animal lover, I've been a owner to almost every breed growing up. I've been a pet sitter/walker for friends and family my whole life and work part time pet sitting. Love playing and interacting with whatever furry friends I'm caring for.. I can ensure that you're leaving your animals with someone who wants to be their...
Daelynn can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
I am a current stay at home parent for one toddler, one dog, and two turtles.
I have experience with pet sitting, as well as was a nanny for a family of 5 for 3 years before moving to Connecticut.
Very flexible with time as well as willing and able to drive to wherever you need me!
Hunter can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals especially dogs, cats and fish. I am seeking pet sitting to be done at my home. Rates dates and times are negotiable
Theresa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a professional Pet Sitter for about 8 years in California and Connecticut. Currently, my primary business is in the Madison, CT area, ALL ABOUT THE DOG-THE CANINE CONCIERGE, caring for dogs, cats and other furry animals. I am also insured and bonded & know pet CPR, and give injections. I have a special connection with...
Jessica can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Sam G.
East Hartford, CT
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love animals I have 2 dogs and 1 cat myself. I have watched many family and friends pets all except snakes and any other reptiles. I would provide dog or cat sitting in your home, would walk as much as needed, feed, etc.
Sam can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, dog training
Sarah K.
Meriden, CT
$17-20/hr
Animal Lover Looking To Share Quality Time With Your Pets - Part-time/Per-Diem
I grew up with a love for animals of all shapes, sizes, & colors. I have never not had pets in my life. I currently have 2 cats, 1 dog, & fish at home. I provide quality care such as walking, feeding, cleaning, play/exercise time, pet sitting, & loving your animal as if they were my own in your own home. I'm currently working as...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I can board your bird! I have a Yellow Headed Amazon Parrot and know how to take care of birds! When I go on vacation I know how hard it is to find a bird sitter, so I thought I'd make myself available. I would prefer to bring your feathered friend to my house , but if you are near Guilford, I could also do in home care (cage...
Brittany can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, daily feeding & more
Hi, My name is Leah. I am 22 years old and I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I have grown up my whole life around dogs, while currently have two dogs in my home. My dogs are a pit bull-dalmatian mix and a lab-shepard mix. I have also helped dog sit for my sister who has a pit bull-boxer. I am comfortable with all dogs....
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide include, dog walking, pet sitting, pet transport, overnights in your home, and boarding. ready to care for your furry friend.
I have also added pet waste removal to my services, poop patrol so you don't have to worry about the mess!
Denice can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I absolutely love dogs of all sizes and ages and have two large dogs myself at home. I am very experienced in caring for dogs and am available for dog walking, part-time dog sitting in your home or drop-ins, and am willing to perform baths as well.
Eliza can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I provide pet sitting in your own home. I am very experienced with animals of all sizes and ages. I have one of my own, and he is treated like the king of the house, so will yours. I can perform all sorts of necessities that they have including but not limited to: baths, walking, light grooming, etc.
Paola can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Portland
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Portland, CT?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Portland, CT will cost an average of $22.50 per hour as of March 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 Portland, CT?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Portland, 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 2 in home pet sitters in Portland, 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 Portland, CT?
In home pet sitters in Portland, 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 Portland, CT?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Portland, 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 Portland, CT?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Portland, 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.
Ratings for Portland, CT home pet sitting listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Pet Sitting in Portland, CT are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting.