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Erica & Thomas C.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 220 reviews
83 repeat clients
40 years of experience
East Lyme, CT, 06333

“Moby, a clinger, was in a total comfort zone amongst this loving family. Care was complete + a boot camp of healthy activity. Other 🐾 campers alongside was great for his social abilities. Now, our go-to when we have to be away!”

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Serenity M.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
5 repeat clients
5 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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Katelin B.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
38 years of experience
Waterford, CT, 06385

“We wholeheartedly recommend Katelin. She watched our Australian Shepherd when an unexpected trip arose. I can be a little Type A with directions and she was very gracious and amenable. Add to that great communication and pictures. Working with Katelin was both a professional and enjoyable experience!!”

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Elizabeth A.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 107 reviews
24 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Ledyard, CT, 06339

“Elizabeth and her family were wonderful with Sully! He received the best care with them. Elizabeth also sent lots of photo updates and kept us appraised of how he was doing while we were away. We would absolutely have Sully stay with Elizabeth again!”

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Laura C.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
8 repeat clients
15 years of experience
East Haddam, CT, 06423

“Laura went above and beyond to make sure our first time leaving our puppy went smoothly. From thorough communication before the booking, to updates during our vacation, it was such a relief to know that he was in good hands (and also having fun too)! If we travel again and need dog care, I will definitely be checking Laura's availability; I'm so glad I found her!”

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Kerrie A.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 28 reviews
9 repeat clients
40 years of experience
New London, CT, 06320

“Kerrie was phenomenal! She was so easy to coordinate with and sent frequent updates and pictures. Best of all, my pup loooooved her. He came home totally pooped after a weekend full of fun activities and attention.”

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

“Great with our pup as always. Great updates/photos throughout the stay and always makes us feel at ease about dropping her off. Excellent communication and care. Thanks again!”

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Margaret S.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
25 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

“Superb! I felt totally at ease leaving Gabby to Margaret's care. I appreciated her desire to meet Gabby beforehand, and she gave reassuring updates during Gabby's stay. Gabby got a lot of good attention that was documented in photos and messages, and I returned to find her relaxed and calm. I will definitely bring her back to Margaret next time I need dog care.”

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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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Marissa S.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Sag Harbor, NY, 11963

About: I’m so excited to be welcoming pups back into my schedule! I offer attentive, personalized dog walking with a focus on making every outing feel safe, happy, and special. I treat each dog like one of my own, with plenty of affection, patience, and individual attention. While I continue recovering from knee surgery, I’m currently accepting small, easy-to-handle dogs for walks. Whether your pup loves a leisurely neighborhood stroll, lots of sniffing, or a little extra TLC, I’m happy to tailor their walk to their personality and routine 🐾💜 I commute from NYC & The Hamptons, so my schedule varies slightly during the week. I encourage bookings and stays to be planned ahead of the week to ensure consistency and dependability. I provide my own pet-safe wipes to clean paws after outdoor walks, helping keep your home clean while maintaining your pet’s comfort. I’m mindful about the products I use and prioritize gentle, pet-safe options. I always ask before giving any treats and make it a priority to respect both your home and your pet’s routine. I aim to provide thoughtful, considerate care in every environment I’m welcomed into.

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Tina B.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 97 reviews
20 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Uncasville, CT, 06382

“Tina is AWESOME! We boarded our special needs, almost blind senior shih tzu with her last night and everything went great. Tina is responsive, very easy to work with, super attentive to our little girl and clearly has a great deal of experience with all kinds of dogs. Our pup is a rescue that had been abandoned just over a year ago, so she is quite anxious and has separation anxiety. We always worry about how things will go when we leave her... Tina was fantastic with her!!! She sent regular text updates and adorable photos to make us feel at ease. We cant recommend Tina highly enough and have already booked her again for future events when we need a siter. THANK YOU TINA!!!!”

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Nina K.
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$50
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4.9 out of 5 stars
• 64 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
New London, CT, 06320

“Nina was very accommodating to my dog and I. My dog stayed with her this past weekend and Nina treated him like a part of her family. I loved that he had a great time at her home and wasn’t just placed in a cage over night like at most places. I’m booking with her again for any future trips! If you want your fur baby to be comfortable, loved on, and well cared for, book with Nina. She’ll keep you updated and you won’t have to worry while you’re away.”

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Joe B.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
5 repeat clients
25 years of experience
East Lyme, CT, 06357

“We were very happy with Sophie’s time with Joe, Kelly, and their sweet young son. We arranged a quick visit ahead of time for Sophie to meet them and to see their home and space. They communicated effectively and sent pics during our vacation. We will definitely use them again, should we need care for Sophie.”

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Concetta & Jerome & Brett W.
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$88
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Clinton, CT, 06413

“They were attentive to my dogs needs. They cared for my beagle’s well being. They sent me regular updates of how he was doing and pictures. I do recommend them and will go back again.”

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Dani P.
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$48
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 25 reviews
7 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Windham, CT, 06256

“Marshmallow had excellent time staying with Dani. We received multiple photos every day and consistent communication. It really put us at ease being able to have frequent updates.”

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Suzanne B.
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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 88 reviews
29 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Griswold, CT, 06351

“We are so grateful for Suzanne’s excellent care! She sent us regular updates and pics of him at play. He received cuddles and came home happy and well!! I highly recommend her and will be using her services again! Thank you again!!!”

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Jessica C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 163 reviews
70 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Hampton, CT, 06247

“I had a fantastic experience with my dogs in Jessica's care! She was flexible, the space was clean, and my dogs came home happy and well-cared for. I received updates, which gave me peace of mind. Highly recommend!”

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Alexandra J.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 11 reviews
3 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475

“Allie was a delight! We felt happy and confident leaving our doggie in her care. Allie is communicative and we will most definitely be calling upon her in the future!”

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Melissa N.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Amston, CT, 06231

“Melissa was very easy to deal with and our dog Sammy seems to have had a great time with her. Melissa gave us several updates on Sammy and sent us lots of pictures of her adventures. I would definitely recommend Melissa to anyone.”

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Rebekah P.
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$45
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4.4 out of 5 stars
• 13 reviews
10 years of experience
Norwich, CT, 06360

“Rebekah took GREAT care of my anxious, senior Springer Spaniel. She kept me updated on how he was doing and he was clearly relaxed, comfortable, and well attended. I would absolutely leave Seamus with her again!”

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The median cost per night for dog boarding in East Lyme is $53

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent service, great communication. Mia really enjoys her time there almost like a doggie vacation. We look forward to continuing future services.

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George C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Erica, Thomas and their kids took amazing care of our dog Dawson! It was his first time staying away from home and we couldn’t have asked for a better family to look after him. Highly recommend!

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Jennifer Z.
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shannon was really great with our dog. She listens to their needs, is home most of the time and goes above and beyond to be sure they feel comfortable. We’ve used Shannon as a dog sitter twice so far, both times almost a full week and we were very happy!

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Alisa S.
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The average cost of Dog Boarding in East Lyme is $50 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $39 and $60 per night. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 485 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 routine. Depending on the arrangements you agree on before the stay, a sitter can follow your dog’s regular feeding schedule, provide a comfortable place to sleep, offer companionship, and support their usual exercise and play needs.

95% of sitters in East Lyme can provide daily exercise during dog boarding stays. Depending on the sitter, their home environment, and your dog’s needs, this may include walks, outdoor play, indoor enrichment activities, or supervised play with compatible dogs. These activities are not automatically included with every booking, so ask the sitter what a typical day looks like.

During the Meet & Greet, discuss your dog’s usual exercise and play routine, whether they can safely interact with other dogs, and any activities or restrictions the sitter should follow. You can also ask the sitter to send photo and message updates during the stay so you can see how your dog is spending their time.

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

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.

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

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