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“Brendon has always been great with my dog. He is also very responsive and easy to work with especially considering my weird work schedule and I greatly appreciate his help!”


“Mary played with Shasta and Luna as instructed. Her videos were cute and reassuring. The cats see.ed to be responsive to her care. She was on time, spent the 30 minutes as indicated, and was very responsible with the key... I will count on her services in the future with no hesitation.”



“Courtney did an amazing job taking care of our two kitties! She took pics and videos that look professional. Courtney followed all the directions I have her and was very caring and considerate of each cats needs. Highly recommend Courtney!”



“Jessica & Chris are wonderful, they humored me with a meet & greet and right away the dogs were comfortable. I got lots of texts and pictures which made me smile so much. They provide the same love my husband and I would give my three girls. For years I boarded my dogs and now with a third it's quite expensive and honestly I have never been in love with the idea because the feedback so often is negative. I feel my babies are themselves and much happier in their own home. I'm very happy to have found Jessica and will look forward to asking for their help in the future. Thank you for everything!”


“Theresa was great! We felt supported so we could enjoy a huge family event and not worry about our pups. She came on time and took them for a walk and tucked them back in. We highly recommend her.”


About: Hi, I'm Rusty! I've spent my entire life caring for dogs and truly believe that pets are family, deserving only the best walks and care. With experience handling a wide variety of breeds, sizes, and needs, I’m ready to offer your dog the attention they deserve. As a recent retiree, I now have the time and passion to help your pups live their best life! 🐶 I have recently retired, so I have a very flexible schedule! I am available for dog walks and drop-in visits on weekdays between 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. I treat dogs with the same love and care as any family member. Each day, I ensure they receive plenty of attention, exercise, and affection. Whether it's a morning walk or playtime in the yard, I make sure they’re always happy and comfortable. I am attentive to their individual needs, providing them with a routine that keeps them healthy and active. I also make sure the dogs have fresh water at every visit. Above all, I believe in building a strong bond based on trust, love, and mutual respect, making sure they feel safe and loved every single day.

About: I’ve taken care of my personal dogs as well as friends and family dogs for years now. I am experienced with dogs of all sizes, as well as all personalities. I am familiar with low energy and high energy breeds, and know how to cater to each of them. I also specialize in dogs that have anxiety as well as reactivity, and know how to monitor their behavior and understand them in a way that most humans and other animals do not. I currently work full time, Monday-Friday so all animals would need to be able to be home alone for around 8-9 hours during the weekdays. My current hours are 6:30am-3pm, so I make a point to be available in the morning before I leave for work, and then after I return from work. This also applies to drop-ins. I make a point to be fully available on weekends since I am away often during the weekdays, but am also home early enough during the week that I can spend the afternoon, evening, and night with your furry little ones. I will care for your pets by following the owners’ and pets’ needs, I never stray from instructions. I will ensure safety precautions are always taken, as your animals safety is my highest priority.

“She was great with the dogs and did the job she was supposed to do. She also brought in a package and was clear with communication and attentive to our concerns. Also took on the job same day with an hour notice when another person canceled, would def recommend and use again .”


“Melanie has cat sat for us multiple times & she is the best! She is trustworthy, responsive, and keeps us informed daily with Rover report cards!! We will hire her again! Lots of paws and thumbs up! 5 stars all the way!”


About: Other than owning dogs my whole life, my pet care experience has expanded through working with Educating Canines Assisting with Disabilities (ECAD) and through personal connections to house sit and take care of a variety of animals! My experience at ECAD included basic to extensive training puppies to 2 year old dogs, potty training, bathing dogs, understanding the importance of mental stimulation in dogs, playtime, dog walking (and training on how to walk / heel), understanding behavior (signs of enjoyment / fear / stress / separation anxiety, feeling threatened) with how to accommodate them, and cuddles of course! I also take care of senior dogs who require extra care and love and understand the importance of one-on-one care. I also have experience taking care of high energy dogs, dogs with medications, high maintenance dogs, multiple dogs, and different animals as well. I have taken care of a mixture of dogs, cats, lizards, etc simultaneously! I am always called to house sit for friends and family, whether it be for a drop-in visit, a walk, an overnight stay (one night, a weekend, or a whole week). I even was asked to watch a french bulldog while someone was using the bathroom at an airport! I have been told that I ensure trust in the owners and always give them a sense of relief during my stay and that they never have to think twice about their pets being taken care of and their home. I provide numerous check-ins during each day of my stay, plenty of pictures, and I am adaptable to changes in care / schedules when need be! I will treat your pet as one of my own! I understand the stress of a busy schedule and making sure your pet(s) are cared for is extremely important. Pet care fits into my daily / weekly routine due to the personal experience of owing multiple dogs at once and through my professional experience at ECAD. I understand the significance of making sure your pet is happy and well taken care of! I hope to achieve that with you! I care for pets in a clients home just the same as I would for my own pets. I accommodate to the dogs schedule and keep my care as familiar as I can to my clients. I am willing to make sure I keep my client and their pet satisfied and feel at ease. I will update my client numerous times a day, send plenty of pictures, and incorporate any accommodations / needs as necessary. I am extremely flexible and want to keep my client and their pet comfortable. Please let me know any accommodations or needs you have!

About: I’ve taken care of Cats and Fish since I’ve been a young child. I currently own two cats my own and do my best to make sure they are treated to the best of my ability. I did cat sitting through a connection and I’ve found to love it. I am understanding of cats and their needs. During weekdays I’m free after 5 but on Weekends I’m free all day. I wish to be as flexible as I can and try to work around your schedule I respect my clients home, I have taken care of a clients home in the past along with their cat. I made sure not to touch anything that I shouldn’t and that most of my attention should be towards the cat and their needs.

About: Hello! I'm Zoey, a passionate and experienced dog lover dedicated to providing the best care for your furry friends. As a lifelong dog owner and animal enthusiast, I understand how important it is to find someone trustworthy and caring for your pet when you're away. I offer personalized dog sitting services to ensure your dog feels safe, loved, and well-cared for in the comfort of their own home. I am currently a college student who commutes from home and when I’m not in classes, I have a lot of free time to occupy! I would treat your dogs how I would want someone to treat my dogs. I would abide by your rules and schedules regarding feeding, walking, and anything else your dog may require.

About: I've been a pet a pet parent my whole life. I love all animals and will love your's too! Trusted by family, friends and neighbors. I can pet sit after 4pm on weekdays and any time on the weekends. I am available to stay over at your place on the weekend. Mature, reliable and trustworthy. I have my own transportation and will provide peace of mind that your furry family members are well cared for. My pets are spoiled rotten and are valuable family members. All are well taken care of and provided with plenty of love snuggles and kisses.


“Mary is reliable. I appreciate the photos and updates. Snoozy likes her a lot and I like the rover updates. I am very particular and get nervous to leave snoozy and Marys care helps me alot. We will definitely use Mary for all of our dog care needs. Thank u!”


“Miranda took great care of our kitty while we were away for a few days! We got plenty of picture updates every day and he had plenty of food, water, and a clean litterbox when we got home. Would hire her again in a heartbeat!”

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Brendon P.Star Sitter

“Brendon has always been great with my dog. He is also very responsive and easy to work with especially considering my weird work schedule and I greatly appreciate his help!”


Mary M.Star Sitter

“Mary played with Shasta and Luna as instructed. Her videos were cute and reassuring. The cats see.ed to be responsive to her care. She was on time, spent the 30 minutes as indicated, and was very responsible with the key... I will count on her services in the future with no hesitation.”




Courtney S.

“Courtney did an amazing job taking care of our two kitties! She took pics and videos that look professional. Courtney followed all the directions I have her and was very caring and considerate of each cats needs. Highly recommend Courtney!”




Jessica & Christopher F.Star Sitter

“Jessica & Chris are wonderful, they humored me with a meet & greet and right away the dogs were comfortable. I got lots of texts and pictures which made me smile so much. They provide the same love my husband and I would give my three girls. For years I boarded my dogs and now with a third it's quite expensive and honestly I have never been in love with the idea because the feedback so often is negative. I feel my babies are themselves and much happier in their own home. I'm very happy to have found Jessica and will look forward to asking for their help in the future. Thank you for everything!”


Kristen N.

“Kristen was great..my dog Gabe loves her..I would highly recommend her..”


Theresa C.Star Sitter

“Theresa was great! We felt supported so we could enjoy a huge family event and not worry about our pups. She came on time and took them for a walk and tucked them back in. We highly recommend her.”


August "Rusty" N.
“I am happy to recommend August as a thoughtful and attentive pet owner. He is very caring and aware of his pets needs. He enjoys walking and spending time with his pets. He would be a great candidate .”


Paige R.
“Paige has a wealth of experience with reactive dogs and is patient and understanding with all types of animals. She is reliable, consistent and communicates as much or as little as requested. I have no hesitations in recommending Paige to pet and/or house sit.”


Adriana G.Star Sitter

“She was great with the dogs and did the job she was supposed to do. She also brought in a package and was clear with communication and attentive to our concerns. Also took on the job same day with an hour notice when another person canceled, would def recommend and use again .”


Sarah L.

“Sarah is always so great with Ollie! She brings him on long walks and keeps us updated with how he is while we're away! Thank you again, Sarah!”


Melanie D.

“Melanie has cat sat for us multiple times & she is the best! She is trustworthy, responsive, and keeps us informed daily with Rover report cards!! We will hire her again! Lots of paws and thumbs up! 5 stars all the way!”


Julia B.Star Sitter
“We love Julia! Julia has taken care of our 6 month old Lab puppy, Kash, our 4 year old outdoor/indoor cat, Boo & our newest addition a 2 month old kitten, Charlie! Julia is always on time and pays close attention to detail and gives our companions all her attention. As you can imagine it can be crazy with three different ages each pet needs different things from food amounts, types of food, and exercise needs- Julia keeps it straight! We have used Julia several times for drop ins as well as overnight stays! She will always be our first choice!”


Thomas B.

“Thomas is quick to respond and is very reliable. I would definitely have him check in/walk my dog again!”


Christopher L.
About: I’ve taken care of Cats and Fish since I’ve been a young child. I currently own two cats my own and do my best to make sure they are treated to the best of my ability. I did cat sitting through a connection and I’ve found to love it. I am understanding of cats and their needs. During weekdays I’m free after 5 but on Weekends I’m free all day. I wish to be as flexible as I can and try to work around your schedule I respect my clients home, I have taken care of a clients home in the past along with their cat. I made sure not to touch anything that I shouldn’t and that most of my attention should be towards the cat and their needs.


Zoey C.
“I’ve been working with Zoey for a while, and I’m really happy with the service! She is super friendly, reliable, and really cares about my dog. Every walk is safe, and my dog always seems happy afterward. I love getting updates with pictures after each walk, so I know my dog is having a good time. It’s nice to have someone I can trust to take care of my dog while I’m busy. I definitely recommend her if you need a dog walker. She’s awesome!”




Heather M.


“Thank you Heather! Yet again successful week of sitting my babies! I am so happy you are dedicated to pets you sit for I feel confident leaving my babies in your care!”


Karen F.

“Karen came at the last minute to help me out at a last-minute emergency. She was prompt and very friendly/helpful. I will definitely use her again!”


Eugenia M.
About: I've been a pet a pet parent my whole life. I love all animals and will love your's too! Trusted by family, friends and neighbors. I can pet sit after 4pm on weekdays and any time on the weekends. I am available to stay over at your place on the weekend. Mature, reliable and trustworthy. I have my own transportation and will provide peace of mind that your furry family members are well cared for. My pets are spoiled rotten and are valuable family members. All are well taken care of and provided with plenty of love snuggles and kisses.




Mary I.

“Mary is reliable. I appreciate the photos and updates. Snoozy likes her a lot and I like the rover updates. I am very particular and get nervous to leave snoozy and Marys care helps me alot. We will definitely use Mary for all of our dog care needs. Thank u!”


Miranda S.

“Miranda took great care of our kitty while we were away for a few days! We got plenty of picture updates every day and he had plenty of food, water, and a clean litterbox when we got home. Would hire her again in a heartbeat!”
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking. Typically, dog sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from dog sitter to dog sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing dog sitters available in Barkhamsted.
Rover makes it easy to find Barkhamsted dog sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star dog sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog sitting is great for:
- Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Dog parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Dogs who’d love to socialize with their dog sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog sitter’s cancellation policy.
