Dog Walkers in Ellington, CT

“Ava did amazing with our animals! I could tell by the pictures that our two dogs absolutely loved her! She was on time and communicative! Definitely recommend!”

Kirstin S.

“Heather was amazing with our crazy, lazy dog! She accommodated his changing wishes and kept him happy and exercised! Can’t wait to book with her again!”

Katie P.

About: I grew up with two amazing dogs—one is now 17 and the other is a playful 4-year-old—so I’ve cared for pups at every stage of life. From energetic walks to gentle senior care, I understand what dogs need to feel happy, safe, and loved. Whether it’s belly rubs, fetch, or sticking to their routine, I’m here to make sure your dog feels right at home. During the summer, I have a very flexible schedule which allows me to dedicate plenty of time to pet care. I'm available Monday through Friday. I am happy to spend quality time with your pet, whether that means walks, playtime, or just keeping them company. I make sure any cat or dog that I am caring for is getting fed their daily amount, they have gone on walks or used the bathroom (cleaning the litter daily if it’s cats), they get plenty of water, and make sure they get plenty of stimulation through play time.

About: I will take care of your dog or cat like they are my own. I currently have an almost 3 year old Bernedoodle who I trained myself when she was a puppy. My love of animals started when I was 5 years old and I got my first dog. He came home in a shoebox and grew into 90lbs of German Shepherd that was gentle as could be with his little girl. Throughout the years I had several types of animals from hamsters to lizards I don't think I was ever without a pet! Let me be there for your pets, we will have a lot of fun! I run my own business so my hours are extremely flexible. I am able to take same day appointments with just a few hours notice if needed. This flexibility allows me to take care of puppies as well. Whether your dog is a cuddle bug or one that loves to run I am the sitter for you. I can keep them on their normal schedules while watching your dog and maybe throw in an extra walk or play time! I am great at following directions to make sure my time with them goes smoothly.

“I love all the cards and seeing what my adorable little boy is up to when I'm not around. Karinna has been excellent and would recommend her to anyone!”

Christian C.

“Katie was phenomenal and Han Solo loved going on walks with her. Katie also went above and beyond and I can't appreciate her enough.”

Apoorv T.

“Amber is great! Charlie is usually shy when he meets a new person, but he warmed up to her right away! She took him on a nice, long walk and sent great pictures. I feel confident using her routinely going forward! 10/10!”

Joe S.

“Wonderful dog walkers. Pat was critical to helping me successfully interview for a job (including full days of Zoom) without whiny dogs in the background and was highly responsive and flexible in scheduling. We are looking forward to boarding our dogs with them and only wish they had greater availability (but of course, top dog walkers/boarders are busy!).”

Teresa G.

“Elizabeth is great. Took Diesel on his walks and gave him his meds. We sure will be using Elizabeth's services again.”

Marta P.

“Aiden is great!”

Anthony S.

“I have a Senior dog that loves Isabel. She is patient and takes time with him. Sends great pics and videos of the visit. Great communication too.”

Patricia T.

“Wonderful! Breyla took time to come meet Maisie before the first walking and the two of them hit it off. So thankful that our pup is in such good hands.”

Tessa R.

About: I originally came to Rover in search of care for my own animals while traveling pre-COVID. Leaving them can be hard and I understand wanting to hire someone who will love them and treat them with the same care as you do! It’s so incredibly important to find someone you trust to be responsible for family and your home. I currently have 2 cats that I rescued and am proudly a dog aunt to every dog in my neighborhood! Every week I get photos of pups sitting outside my house looking for me to come outside and play with them while on walks with their owners! (See my photos!) I had dogs, cats, fish, and hamsters growing up and totally believe that pets are part of the family who deserve to be treated as such! I’ve fed, walked, bathed, played with, and helped train lots of animals over the years. I also have experience caring for cats and dogs with special needs, including medications, ear drops, eye drops, and special diets. Watching pets age can be so challenging, and I understand wanting to only leave them in the hands of someone who cares to gently support them. I also lived with a black lab puppy and know how much work a puppy can be, but the snugggles and kisses are all worth it! I am also an avid gardener and happy to take care of your plants and bring in the mail while you’re away. I currently work full time (830am-430pm) but am happy to hang out with or walk your pets early in the morning, on my lunch break, or after work and on the weekends! With a bit of advance notice, I can make almost any evening or weekend work. My cats are quite spoiled and enjoy their quiet life, so I can’t take any back animals to my own house. In others’ homes, I am always respectful of their property and space, and thoughtful for their pet and home’s safety.

About: I love all cats and dogs, big and small. I’ve been around pets since I was young and recently adopted a cat of my own! Would love to care for your pets and make sure they’re in good hands! I currently work part time so I have plenty of time to watch your furry friends. Would prefer advance notice to make sure it is a good fit and everything works out! I will try my best to work around your schedule. I can watch your pups in your home preferred as I live in an apartment that doesn’t allow dogs. I can watch cats in my home depending, would love to chat to hear more!

About: I have been around all types of pets my entire life. I’ve taken care of dogs from Newfoundland’s to chihuahuas. I’m great with pets and have been responsible for cleaning, feeding, walking, and playing with lots and lots of dogs. I am a big animal person and want to do something with it in the future. In my childhood I would go to my aunts house often to take care of her 5 Newfoundland’s and bulldog. I would take my sisters chihuahua to the mountains of Colorado. Every nearby neighborhood I grew up by as a child knew me for my exceptional dog care and would want me to walk and dog sit for them all the time. It comes natural for someone when it is what they really love to do. I am currently self employed so I can make time or move my schedule around to accommodate your pets schedule needs. Open availability for right now. I give my cat lots of love and affection. I also take care of proper feeding and cleaning. Lots of experience feeding and walking dogs as well.

“Melissa is awesome!! She did such a wonderful job watching our elderly Weimaraner and our very active golden. She took our energetic guy on walks daily and took great care of both dogs while we were away. Melissa was great communicating with us while we were away. We could relax and enjoy our vacation and didn’t have to worry about our pups. They were in such great hands. We highly recommend Melissa if you are looking for a loving, responsible person to care for your pets!”

Sherri C.

“We have a 5 year old male, high energy, German Shepherd. Mac weighs 115 lbs. and over the years we have struggled to find a dog walker that is confident enough to walk him. Ana is a perfect fit for him! She is familiar with German Shepherds and larger breeds in general, can read dog behavior and most importantly, Mac respects her.”

Jennifer C.

About: My family has had multiple dogs as I was growing up and I have babysat and housesat at numerous houses with dogs and cats present. I am an animal lover who is very willing to learn your pet’s routine to meet their and your specific needs while you’re away! I am an elementary teacher who is looking to earn extra income in the summer before returning to school in the fall! Very willing to work through the school year with reduced availability. I will put your specific care instructions first in any service I offer and will ask any questions beforehand that are needed to make you feel comfortable. I am also very open to any questions you may have for me before trusting me with your loved pet. I am very willing to send as many or as little updates as you prefer during my service as well.

“Charlie really seemed to like Joyce at the meet and greet. She was on time and because of heat Charlie did not want to walk far so Joyce spent the remaining time play with him.”

Karen B.

About: Animals have always held a special place in my heart and I genuinely love caring for them and making sure they feel safe, happy, and loved. I spent over 12 years riding horses competitively and caring for my sweet horse, Blue, which taught me so much about patience, responsibility, and building a real bond with animals. These days, I’m lucky to share my home with two playful yorkies, Tucker and Toby, who always keep life fun and full of cuddles. I’ve also cared for two adorable hamsters in the past, so I know how important the little things are, whether it’s a cozy cage setup or just extra attention. I’m super detail-oriented and always ensure every routine, meal, and belly rub is right. Whether your pet is young and energetic or a senior in need of extra love, I’m here to care for them like family. I am a rising Sophomore at Bryant University but besides one morning summer class, I am free all summer during the days! I am a morning person, but I am happy to stay late to accommodate different fur-babies' schedules. Whether your pet is staying with me or I’m caring for them in your home, I always make sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable. I'm happy to follow each pet’s individual routine, from feeding and walks to playtime and cuddles, so they feel right at home, no matter where they are. I live in an apartment in Deer Valley in Ellington, so I am happy to travel anywhere to walk or care for your animals in-home. If they get along with small dogs, I am also happy to do a doggy play date with my two friendly yorkies!