Pet Sitting in Bethel

“Sarah saved my behind! She was able to come last minute and spend some time with my dog during the day. He was able to get his exercise and a some cuddles as well. Thank you!”

Erin R.

“Danae was great with our cat Sylvester while we were away for a week. She took great care of him and made sure he was cared for and entertained. She provided lots of photos of him enjoying her company and treats. Her communication was fantastic throughout the process, she was timely and is very attentive. I would highly recommend her for any services for your fur baby.”

Jake S.

“I rebooked Diana’s service. Again she took care of our cat carefully. She always spent sometime with our cat. It seems she has an ability to let Kuma, our cat open and close to her and show the sweet side. Thank you for letting our travel more relaxed without worrying Kuma alone at home.”

Han Z.

About: I’m a serial long-term pet sitter, and finally trying out Rover! Our family- myself, my partner, Will, our 9 year old son & 5 year old daughter- are huge animal fans! I’ve owned dogs, cats, fish, and lizards myself and we currently have an outgoing, friendly, & vocal black cat named Calzone, a cuddly old man Syrian hamster named Faris, and a Tetra tank we affectionately call “The Kids”. I am the go-to pet sitter for several family members, friends, and neighbors. We have had pets stay with us for long term stays. So, long term & frequent stays are A-OK… your pet will be cared for like part of the family. I am comfortable caring for farm/hobby farm animals at your home as well. We moved to Bethel (Will & I grew up in the area) in 2024 from our home in Fairfield where we lived for almost 10 years & where I started with Rover! Our home is a single family farmhouse with a huge open yard, meadow, and ponds, abutting wooded trails and a short walk to Huntington Park. Our yard is not fenced, and although our street is relatively quiet, we always are with our visitor dogs when outside. Dogs with strong prey drive might not be a good fit for stays at our house, but could be a great fit for care in your home, walks, etc. I work a flexible job from home, so am home all day except for bringing my daughter to & from school or a breif errand. If your pup likes car rides, they’re welcome to come with! Please let me know if your pet prefers crating when no one is home for breif (think 20-30min) periods. For boarders or full day daycare, I like to make one big adventure (trail walk/hike/dog park/beach) and then add in shorter walks/playing in the yard, and can adjust based on level of activity/couch potato of your pup. I can work in this kind of schedule or shorter stints for care based from your home as well. If I’m home, your pet is likely with me! I don’t have a big house, so we spend the majority of our time in a few spaces & we’d have your pet right there with us, unless they prefer their own space. I mentioned most of this in the “experience” section, so please do read that whole section. Basically, I have a lot of flexibility and can adapt to most pet care needs. Because I have two small children, I will not be able to accommodate pets with aggression/fear aggression in my home, and would need to be made aware of this if I’d be caring for your pet in your home. I can work with individuals on daycare hours, and I’d typically plan on 30min-1hr for walks or stopping at your house for pop-in care (cats & other pets too, so they can get some playtime in!). For longer pop-ins, message me and we can work out how to bill depending on your needs. Outside of boarding, if I am coming to your home I may need to bring one or both of my kids with me if it’s outside of school hours/schedule. This would be communicated to you, and they would never be allowed out of my sight in those cases. If you have any questions, always feel free to ask. I like to send pictures, but don’t like to spam folks with pictures (but you can always ask me to spam you with pics)!

“Amy visited our house daily to feed and play with Tilly while we were out of town. She provided prompt and friendly communication and made sure everything she needed to care for Tilly was addressed. Amy’s reliability allowed us to relax just that much more on our vacation knowing that our pup was happy in good hands.”

Stephen C.

“Lily was fantastic! Leaving our cats made us a little nervous but Lily really set our minds at ease. She was kind, thorough, and sent the best pictures and updates. We will definitely be booking with her again in the future!”

Ashley C.

“Danae and Jamie were absolutely wonderful with our 2 cats. It was the first time we left our cats for 2 weeks and we were somewhat anxious. But we were very much relieved when we got daily updates and pictures. Our cats were well looked after when we were away and everything was kept exactly the way we left it- clean and tidy. I will definitely use them again when we go away.”

Mary G.

“Isabelle is so sweet and she was great with our boy Boone! We didnt have enough time for her to meet Boone prior to booking so our boy was nervous when she first got there, but she made sure to give him his space and time to warm up to her. It paid off because they spent the evening on the couch together 😊 She followed the schedule we provided and she sent photo and picture updates throughout their time together, which was great. Boone made a new friend so we’ll be sure to book Isabelle again!”

Jacqueline G.

“Rachel was awesome and kept us updated while we were gone and appreciate all the love she gave our cats. It allowed us to enjoy our trip without stressing about our two cats.”

Carrie S.

About: Rachael started her journey with dogs in 2006 with her Border Collie Emme, since then she has spent her entire life learning about dog behavior and care. In the past 19 years she has traveled across the East Coast learning from as many dog experts as she could while training and competing with her own dogs. More than anything Rachael enjoys sharing her time with canine companions and she typically spends her days out exploring new hiking trails or throwing a ball for her furry guests. Rachael attended UMass Amherst and graduated in 2020 with a degree in Pre-Veterinary Sciences. While there she studied all kinds of animals and researched best practices for caring for domestic pets. While attending college Rachael worked at her local humane society in the kennel to help abandoned pets find their forever homes. After graduating she went on to work as a home based dog trainer under expert tutelage. Rachael lives on a 16 acre horse farm with her own two pups, Huzzah and Aven. The farm boasts many fenced in paddocks that boarding dogs are able to explore and enjoy. Visiting pets often go for walks in neighboring towns to ensure their enrichment and exercise goals are exceeded. If you think your pet would enjoy a rural vacation please reach out for availability! Free pick up and drop off is offered to pet parents within a 30 minute radius of Terrywile Park! My full time job is taking care of your pet! While here each dog will go on walks, explore fenced in paddocks, and enjoy playing with other pups if they are dog friendly. Safety is my number one priority! I have a fenced in potty area for quick bathroom breaks and the farm offers many fenced in areas where dogs are able to run freely. Overnight, when I'm not home, or when traveling in a car dogs are crated in secure dog crates.

About: I've done house/petsisting in the past & thought I'd get back into it. I can either come to your house (for dogs) or take your cat at my apartment. I currently work full time M-F 8-5. I can do after work or on the weekends. I live in Bethel...so local would be nice to have. I cannot care for dogs at my apartment. I can go to your house or I can take cats. I have a small apartment good for snuggling.

“Jenn is an outstanding dog walker. She has great training skills taught our puppy how to ‘leave it’ and reinforces other good behaviors. She is reliable and trustworthy. We strongly recommend her!!!”

Kelly A.

About: I am a ER RN working at a hospital so I only work three days a week. So I have been looking at ways to fulfill my four days off by engaging in things that make me happy which of course is the affection of animals. I have experience in fostering dogs as well for months at a time. I have dog walked for my neighbors in my condo complex also. I have also fed my friends and sister’s cats as well when they are out of town. My dog recently passed away last year, so I just wanted a way to spend some quality time with other animals as well. I work three days a week and I have four days off. And I work every other Saturday and Sunday. Depending on my work schedule, I could find time for before and after my shift. I have a very high sense of safety knowing it’s my duty since my main profession is a nurse. So I will make sure pets are safe, and not in any harms way. I have two cats, I always make sure my doors are locked, bathrooms and cabinet doors are closed. During a visit, it will be my duty to make sure animals are safe before I leave. Making sure doors are and fences are closed.

“Annmarie was incredibly nice and communicative while she took care of my cats. This was so appreciated while I was out of state! I felt relieved to know my pets were being so well cared for.”

Emma M.

About: I have eleven years of dog sitting/boarding experience and will love and care for your pet like it is my own. I am a current volunteer for Guiding Eyes for the Blind and have many years of experience in puppy training. I am available for walks during the day weekdays & weekends. I work from home so I am available for boarding weekdays & weekends with availability to provide multiple walks during the day. My home is pet safe and friendly, with a spacious yard for exercise and play. If boarding I can offer three walks a day and your pet will sleep in my home (a clean sanitized bed will be provided if needed). I am happy to take your pet on a hike or run if preferred for sitting or walking services. In addition, I provide countless belly rubs, kisses, and snuggles.

About: I’ve had 2-3 dogs in my house since I was in middle school. Since high school, I began dog, cat, and baby sitting for my neighbor on a regular basis and even continued while on breaks from college and after graduation. For the past 5 years, I was the primary dog, cat, and house sitter for a lovely family. My senior year of college I fostered a dog, which my family and I then went on to adopt. I have experience with dogs and cats of various breeds, sizes, and ages. After helping a variety of dogs & cats in NYC, I have relocated to Connecticut, and I’m looking to help out any people and pets in my area! I currently work a hybrid schedule and am onsite on Tues-Thurs. My work allows me to take calls on walks and have the ability to take animals out for walks as needed! We currently live in a condo with easy outdoor access. I do not have any pets. I am comfortable with crate training, but my home is also flexible to let your pet(s) roam if that is preferred!

“Rhea is awesome! She is super responsive, friendly, and professional! My doggies had a great day with Rhea and we will definitely work with her again. Thanks, Rhea!”

Rich B.

About: I have been around dogs my entire life! Even had the opportunity to nurse puppies as little as 2 weeks old. I'm patient and nurturing when it comes to dogs that just need a bit more attention. I will also adhere to the requests of each owner. Our dogs are considered family and should be treated with kindness and respect. To each pet owner I will treat your dog like it's my own. I will be able to cater to the needs of your dog as well as inform you in a timely manner of each visit how everything went. I understand how frustrating it is to leave your dog home for long period of time. However, you won't need to worry they are in good hands! I am off from my full time 3 days a week. Therefore, I’m open to dropping in when needed during the day or evening. Sunday- Tuesday. As someone who has cared for different breeds from dachshunds, pit bulls, and even Dobermans. I have learned so much regarding dog behaviors, temperaments, and how to respond to each dogs unique needs.

“Sara is superb! She is so sweet, and professional. It is obvious she has a love for animals. This is my first time using Rover and I was looking for someone who has a lot positive reviews and Sara was the first to appear and was highly recommended. Sara cared for my cats while I was away on vacation for the first time in many years. She was prompt. She followed the feeding schedule and made time to play with my cats and send me videos and pictures of them and everything she did while visiting. I couldn’t recommend her more highly. I would absolutely recommend Rover and Sara to pet sit or a house sit in the future. She is excellent.”

Lorayne P.

“Jordan is an absolute treasure! So glad we found her to take care our doggie! Highly recommend her!!”

Lisa E.