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Sitter Profile Image: Carolina O.
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Carolina O.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
33 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Groton, CT, 06340

Absolutely pleased with Rolf’s care. From pictures we could see he was a happy dog. And he got to play outside in a child’s pool and a hosing! His favorite activity. He really didn’t want to come home!

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Carolyn S.
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Erica & Thomas C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
217 reviews
82 repeat clients
40 years of experience
East Lyme, CT, 06333

Erica, Thomas, and their family were amazing to my sweet Kona! She’s a young GSP so she’s very active and high energy. She’s a great dog but not everyone can handle her energy level. They were great and immediately knew what to do with exercising and treating her like family. It helps that they have a big front lawn and had other dogs staying with them too! Kona made great friends judging from the pics. But most importantly, they went out of their way to be her dog handler for us on our wedding day. They made our special day even more magical by letting Kona participate in the ceremony as our dog of honor. She was tired for 2 full days after we picked her up! That’s a long time for a GSP. So grateful!

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Shannon C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
38 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Niantic, CT, 06357

We are so relieved we found someone amazing to watch our pup while we are away! Shannon was amazing with responding and sending pictures along with giving updates. Thank you again!

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Britanny B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
23 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Madison, CT, 06443

Brittany is very sweet; my dog liked her right away. So did my husband and I! She is extremely accommodating and flexible. When we went to meet her she showed us her yard and took us inside to see her house and meet her dog. While we were away she sent daily photos which was wonderful. From them we could tell our dog was having fun. Brittany send home a very happy pup along with gifts of a new bandanna and a bag full of treats. In all ways she went the extra mile. We were very pleased with this dog sitting experience!

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Karen F.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
59 reviews
18 repeat clients
11 years of experience
New London, CT, 06320

Karen took our Poodle puppy on a last minute request and we’re so happy she did! She stayed in contact throughout, sent tons of photos and videos and was very flexible with pickup and drop off time. She even gave us a little parting gift! Would definitely recommend Karen if you are in the New London/Mystic area!

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
WATERFORD, CT, 06385

Elisa was wonderful with communication and updates for my Bru, as well as very responsive. Very easy and professional to book with and very trustworthy. Would absolutely use her services again in the future. 🐾

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Laura G.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
113 reviews
34 repeat clients
18 years of experience
East Haddam, CT, 06423

Laura was excellent. She has a wonderful home for dogs and it almost felt like dropping my pup off for summer camp. He came back looking happy too. Laura was friendly, punctual and asked good questions on how to take care of my dog.

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$55
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4.9 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
4 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Essex, CT, 06426

Serenity offered to meet our pups prior to their stay with her. She sent regular updates to let me know how they were doing. When we picked them up they seemed at ease. I will definitely reach out to her again when needed.

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Mary Jo M.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
155 reviews
64 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Old Lyme, CT, 06371

Mary Jo took great care of millie on our long weekend up north in NY. Millie needed medicine administered during her stay and Mary Jo took good care to be sure she received it. We had forgotten to bring our dogs food and Mary Jo had spare food she graciously provided. Millie is happy and well brushed by her family. Thanks for caring for our Millie! Will use Mary Jo again:) Nice walking neighbor hood , large house, and large unfenced yard:) Great family! Rebecc and Bill

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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New London, CT, 06320

Nina is great, she's very friendly and personable. She took great care of my boy while I was away for the holidays. 10/10 would book with Nina again.

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Brittany W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
16 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Lebanon, CT, 06249

Brittany is amazing. She literally will treat your pet like her own and spoils them like they should be ❤️ I know my husky loves staying with her and she is my go to person! He even got a toy for Christmas. He gets so much exercise and love. Thank you Brittany!

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Shelly R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
337 reviews
101 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Mystic, CT, 06355

Shelly was beyond awesome and Dino had a blast staying with her. Lots of pics and updates, and Dino even got over his cat-a-phobia :) One of the very very best!!!

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Elizabeth A.
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$45
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4.9 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
22 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Ledyard, CT, 06339

Elizabeth took great care of my dog Hazel and sent a lot of pictures and updates. She also took her on nice walks and Hazel had plenty of outside time. She administered Hazel's medication each day as well. Overall, Elizabeth did a great job with my dog.

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Jillison S.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475

Jill was amazing! We met before our booking so we could make sure my dog would be comfortable and fit in at their home. She sent me pupdates throughout the weekend and did so many adventures with our dog. I'm so happy to have found her!

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Stephanie B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Groton, CT, 06355

Super accommodating with the short notice booking I requested! Steph is bright and friendly. She let me know if there were any issues with my pup. Would book with her again!

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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
9 repeat clients
40 years of experience
waterford, CT, 06385

Eva was so great! She bailed me out in a pinch when I needed a last minute sitter. My toddler of a dog can be a bit of a brat and she took him on with a smile.

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Catherine C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
20 years of experience
Lyme, CT, 06371

Millie was well cared for by Catherine and her family. We had a weekend away and she was able to accommodate our drop off and pick up time slots. There were numerous photos which made us feel confident in her care. Great setting with a large yard and only other pet was their cat. Our spaniel does not always grt along with other dogs. Well done! Will viait again:)

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Nadjeska R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
26 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Guilford, CT, 06437

We’ve boarded with Nadjeska and family several times now and they’ve always been nothing but wonderful with our high energy GSD. Always with updates and photos throughout to put our minds at ease. Definitely highly recommend to all!

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Francis E.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
1 repeat client
3 years of experience
Norwich, CT, 06360

Wil was really great with my dog, even though he is usually reactive he behaved wonderfully with him and I could tell he had a really good time there! I will definitely be booking again! There was some slight confusion though since I wasn’t told it wouldn’t be Francis herself watching my dog but rather her parents, which was fine as they were great with him but it was a surprise.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tina B.
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Tina B.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
18 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Uncasville, CT, 06382

Fantastic sitter! Tina went above and beyond to make sure my pups were comfortable and happy. I appreciated the regular updates and pictures, and it gave me so much peace of mind while I was away to know they were being so well cared for. This is their second stay with Tina and I wouldn't hesitate to book again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Shannon was very easy to work with. She has a great set up for dogs and is very clearly a dog lover. She sent us updates during the week and our pup came home happy. She was up front in communication that there would potentially be multiple dogs and we had a meet and greet before our trip to make sure Sophie was comfortable there and with other dogs. It was a positive experience and I would recommend Shannon to anyone.

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Elizabeth D.
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Joe and his family were excellent with our pup! Communicated well and provided updates throughout her stay. Would definitely use them again and recommend to others.

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William R.
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THANK YOU Erica, Thomas, and family for taking such good care of Bunny. You have clearly earned the amazing reviews.

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Carissa B.
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The average cost for Dog Boarding in East Lyme on Rover is $51.55 per night (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 479 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across East Lyme. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Every sitter on Rover has their own rhythm and routine, but most will follow the flow that keeps your dog happiest. Sitters can give meals on your dog's regular schedule, provide a comfortable place for sleep, and plenty of one-on-one attention.

96% of East Lyme sitters also include daily walks in the neighborhood during dog boarding stays. You can also request photo and message updates throughout the stay so you can see which East Lyme landmarks or neighborhoods your dog is enjoying.

If your dog is a little shy, consider booking a one-night trial stay! This practice run can boost your and your dog’s confidence before your trip.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their East Lyme home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts.
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you.
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favorite hang-out spots in your East Lyme.

Tip: You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

You and your East Lyme sitter can schedule drop-off and pick-up in a way that works best for the both of you—and your dog. Most sitters offer flexible times for drop-off and pick-up but the easiest way to confirm those times will be through in-app messaging. Confirm your arrival time the day of pick-up and drop-off can also help keep the process smooth and organized.

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 .

While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.

Many sitters in CT ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies.

By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.

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 dog to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your dog 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.

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