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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren S.
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Lauren S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
10 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Waterford, CT, 06385

Lauren was amazing. She was very easy to contact both before and during the stay. We have never left my dog ever. She comes with us on trips. However, this was my son's wedding and everyone was staying at an air b&b where there were no dogs allowed. I did not have to worry at all. Lauren sent updates including pictures every day. I am definitely going to call Lauren in the future. I highly recommend her to be your go to sitter.

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karen s.
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Roger B.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
93 reviews
14 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Westbrook, CT, 06498

Roger looked after my pup for three weeks while i was out of town for the holidays. He sent regular updates and my pup was well taken care of. Will definitely be re-booking. Thank you, Roger!

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Shannon E V.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
10 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Marlborough, CT, 06447

Shannon always goes above and beyond with our pups. She keeps us updated with frequent photos and messages, and really goes the extra mile to make sure they are well taken care of. She stayed at our house for a week with them, and really put us at ease while we were away. We love (and the pups love!) having Shannon watch them!!!

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Lauren G.
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Cayton M.
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$125
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5.0 out of 5 stars
141 reviews
58 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Cayton did a wonderful job house sitting for us for a long weekend recently. She took exceptional care of our 10 month old, energetic yellow lab. She texted pics and updates throughout the day and she kept to our schedule. Our pup was happy and smiling, playful and having a great time with her fairy godmother! Cayton picked up our mail and newspapers and the house was just as we left it upon our return. We enthusiastically recommend her and look forward to hiring her again!

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Judy C.
Sitter Profile Image: Patricia G.
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Patricia G.
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$32
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4.3 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
4 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Waterford, CT, 06385

About: Im very caring, respectful , I treat animals as my family. , always & forever, happiness is the key to healthiest animals, exercises and fun I work part-time but have evening time & weekends. Lots of love to give all animals, of all different sizes and personalities, I have lots of love and experience, i.also have Fridays available all day. I have 3 indoor cats that are my world. They have fresh water throughout the day, plenty of love & exercise, fun & lots of LOVE,

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Kimberly G.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Durham, CT, 06422

Kimberly is terrific! The dogs love her and the pictures she sends are literally 'frame worthy'! Such a treat to see my cuties having such a great time with her!

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Robin C.
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sharon b.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475

Sharon stayed overnight with my sweet dog Barney and took such great care of him! Sharon is very responsible, dependable and timely. All wonderful qualities when having someone take care of my dog and entrust in my home. My dog just love spending time with her! I would not hesitate to have Sharon stay with my dog again. I would highly recommend her!

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
East Lyme, CT, 06333

Kate was absolutely amazing! We were so worried about our special needs cat while we were out of town but both of our cats and dog loved her!! She was able to get out very shy cat to eat his medicine and play with her in such a short amount of time. We will definitely be using Kate in the future when we’re out of town!

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Kimberly D.
Sitter Profile Image: Christine V.
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Christine V.
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$70
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4.9 out of 5 stars
222 reviews
90 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middlefield, CT, 06455

Christine did a super job with my puppies and they really loved having her here it was nice to know there was someone here while I was gone she treated them like her own

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily W.
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Emily W.
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$95
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4.8 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Portland, CT, 06480

Emily house-sit our dog Amber for 4 days. I cannot recommend her enough and cannot wait to work with her again. First of all, she was able to stop by earlier in the day than I initially set the sitting for, and let Amber out midday and come back later to start the actual sitting. I hugely appreciated this since I made a mistake in the reservation start time. She was great with photo and text updates. From all the photos I could tell how happy Amber was. Her food and medication schedule was kept the same and she had lots of fun with Emily. And I have to say that the house was left immaculate. She went the extra mile to unload the dishwasher that I accidentally left in full, and took out all the trash. None of which were her responsibility but she truly went above and beyond and we appreciated all of it. We cannot wait to have her take care of Amber agan.

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475

About: I've taken care of aniamls since I was 3, I take of my friends and neighbors animals, to give feed them and walk them and bathe them. I don't work because I live on a small farm and take care of them and all my dogs and birds and cats and I can work with anyone's pets after school. I have a dog fence with a doggy door for in and out and it's all fenced in and I have very friendly dogs that will Play and keep company.

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Eden H.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Groton, CT, 06340

Eden was wonderful. Maya really took a liking to her. Will definitely be calling her again.

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Jody M.
Sitter Profile Image: Faith L.
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Faith L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
54 reviews
7 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Groton, CT, 06340

We really appreciate the good care from Faith for our pup Theo. She was prompt in responding, always conscientious, and everything went very smoothly while we were out of town.

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Scott M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sarah E.
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Sarah E.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
18 repeat clients
16 years of experience
Windsor, CT, 06095

Our animals were so happy when we got home! Our dog is an old man and he was in great shape, the rabbit was also spry and happy. Will use Sarah again! So communicative and the house was as we left it.

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Lauren R.
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Sabrina & Daniel S.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
153 reviews
62 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Wallingford, CT, 06492

Sabrina and Daniel were awesome - super easy to communicate with, flexible when I needed to make a schedule change, and they sent the best ever photos of my pup along with their newsy daily updates. 5+ stars!

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Laura H.
Sitter Profile Image: Nikki B.
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Nikki B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
9 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Nikki was terrific with my kitties as I was out of town for 8 days. She delivers and additionally left my home in tip-top shape. My cats were very well taken care of and calm upon my return. I could not ask for more.

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Lori S.
Sitter Profile Image: Amy Z.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
20 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Amy is great! Jasper had a lovely time with her and we got a good update in the morning before she left. I would book with her again and recommend her to anyone, not just those with a senior dog :)

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Molly D.
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Anna F.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
10 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Waterford, CT, 06385

Anna did an awesome job watching our two dogs for two nights. She took the time to come do a meet and greet with us in advance, and was very communicative during our time away, sending pictures and updates regularly. We would definitely book Anna again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Vincent G.
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Vincent G.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
19 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Clinton, CT, 06413

Fantastic pet sitter! Vincent took amazing care of my dog providing updates and lots of walks and affection. Paula directions exactly will definitely be using again

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Jalena B.
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Sitara A.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Madison, CT, 06443

sitara is kind, patient, flexible...highly recommend

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Deep River Center is $60

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As of August 2026, there are 1,379 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Deep River Center. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Deep River Center walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Deep River Center maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Deep River Center choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Deep River Center. On Rover:

  • 93% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 95% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 97% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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