Pet Sitting in Hamden

About: I rescued my own dog from a shelter, and she required a lot of special training and patience. I worked with her on socialization, leash walking, and reducing pulling and barking around other dogs, and I have successfully helped her improve in all of these areas. Since she was a puppy when I adopted her, I also have experience with the patience, consistency, and care that younger dogs require. In addition, I care for a senior dog, so I am experienced in recognizing when a dog has reached their physical limit during walks and understanding how to adjust care based on their needs. Having experience with both younger and older dogs, as well as both large and small breeds, has taught me how to handle dogs of different sizes, temperaments, and training levels with confidence and care. I am currently in school but there are only three days a week I am completely booked with classes. My Mondays and Fridays and weekends are completely open and would love to spend my free time around more dogs! I provide a safe, clean, and calm environment for pets while they are in my care. Since I live in an apartment, I make sure the space is pet-friendly, secure, and free of anything that could be harmful to animals. I pay close attention to each pet’s routine, including feeding schedules, bathroom breaks, exercise, and any special instructions from the owner. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect their space and follow all care instructions closely to help pets feel comfortable in their familiar environment. I prioritize safety during walks, monitor pets closely around other animals, and make sure they receive plenty of attention, patience, and affection. I also provide updates and communication so owners feel reassured while their pets are in my care.

“Adele was great with our pup! Communicates promptly and very professional. Would work with her again!”

Michelle P.

“Sandra was great!! My boy Logan is super skeptical with new people and it takes a little while for him to warm up, but she took her time with him and made him feel comfortable enough for their walk. I will definitely be reaching out to her in future! ☺️”

Angela B.

“Melanie was wonderful with our cat! Our cat automatically went right up to her, which is always a great sign. She followed all of our instructions carefully, was very accommodating, and communicated well throughout the process. Her rates were also very reasonable, and she was kind, reliable, and easy to work with. We felt comfortable knowing our cat was in good hands and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter!”

Nanea D.

“Tarah was sooo amazing with my cat, Mao Mao! My husband and I went away for 2 weeks on our honeymoon, which is the longest we've been away before so I was worried leaving her that long. But Tarah eased every single worry I had! She gave amazing updates and pictures of Mao Mao while we were gone, made sure her litter boxes were clean, her food bowl was filled, and that she got lots of love and pets while we were away! She was so responsive and easy to get ahold of and really went above and beyond for us! I would 100% book with Tarah again for any trip we take in the future!”

Melissa C.

“Amanda did an amazing job taking care of our two cats while we were away for a weekend. She’s super friendly and knowledgeable about cats. She sent lots of photos and updates! We knew they were in such great hands with her and look forward to using her again.”

Jillian E.

“Sandra was very accommodating in terms of scheduling the drop in visits. She showed up as scheduled and had a good rapport with my kitties. I would book her again.”

Nuray I.

About: I've been taking care of dogs since I was 16. Friends and family trust me to walk, feed and take care of their dogs. I am comfortable taking dogs for long walks around the neighborhood or to the dog park, and I have stayed in home as a pet sitter. My family has a dog and I am involved in her care and play time on a daily basis. I have a very flexible schedule and have lots of time for your pup. I am available for late morning and afternoon walks and playtime. I have an energetic 60 pound dog. I am used to walking a strong dog and can easily handle a dog that may pull. I am happy to walk your dog in your neighborhood and/or play in your yard. I will work with whatever routine your dog is accustomed to.

“Rebecca was able to accommodate me last minute and made friends with my 90lb pitbull. She’s a life saver and will absolutely consider her for the future.”

Andrew J.

About: Been house/ pet siting for over 30 years. Have experience with dogs/ cats, small animals, and fish. Special diets, senior care, and pet meds administration. I’m currently retired and free to care for your fur babies anytime needed. Your fur baby is my biggest concern and receives my undivided attention. Have experience house/pet sitting with feeding, walking, potty breaks, crating, and all aspects of care. Special needs, and seniors are no issue. Every fur babies gets individual attention.

“Carly is a very professional and caring person. Her love for animals and the care she gives them really shows. The attention she has given Daisy and the updates she gives me daily shows how committed she is to giving the best service possible. I would recommend her to anyone if they need a hard working professional to look after their animal companion.”

Timothy K.

About: I have officially 2 years of dog sitting experience I would babysit one of my bosses dog and take her on walks along with keeping her company and happy. However when I was a kid I used to take my dog out on walks along with a few people in my neighborhood, I even tried making my own dog walking business at the age of 10 but that didn’t really work out well. I have a few cats at home so I’m perfectly fine with taking care of cats as well. I work part time at a daycare so my schedule really depends on what my schedule there looks like but I am more than happy to squeeze something in before or after my shift. I’m more than happy to play all day with dogs and cat or just keep them company while sitting inside or outside. I’m more than capable of going on long walks and if available I wouldn’t mind a good hike with your dogs as well :)

About: Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover and a proud dog parent, so I know how much your furry friend deserves love, attention, and belly rubs. I treat every pet like my own little fur baby, walks, playtime, cuddles, and even extra treats (with permission of course!) included. Whether it’s an energetic puppy, a gentle senior, or a shy companion, I give each pet the patience, care, and love they need. I also send daily photo updates so you can see every wag, zoomie, and happy snuggle. Happy pets = happy owners = happy life. 🐾💜 Even with a full-time job, I make my days off (Sunday through Tuesday) all about pets! | love going on walks, playing games, and giving plenty of cuddles. I pay close attention to their needs and routines, making sure they're happy, safe, and cared for every step of the way. My goal is to give every pet a fun, loving, and stress-free experience while their humans can relax knowing they're in good hands. I love making pets feel happy, safe, and cared for! I'm always paying attention to their wants and needs, whether it's playtime, cuddles, or a snack. I follow their schedule, respect the owner's instructions, and stick to all policies, so nothing is done without permission. Whether in my home or theirs, my goal is to make pets feel comfortable, loved, and safe while their humans are away.

About: I have had lots of different types of animal experiences since I was a child including always having a cat in the household and volunteering with animal shelters. My specialty is cats but I have a few years experience with sitting and walking dogs as well. I am always up for a new challenge and am very capable and adaptable. I have worked in many animal shelters, as well as managed a cat shelter, so I am very comfortable approaching all animals. I have a very flexible schedule because I run my own cat oriented business and make my own hours. My whole life is animals, so I love to fit them into my life as much as possible. I currently only offer services in my clients’ homes, and to ensure that their pets are always safe and secure, I am very on top of communication and checking in with my pet parents. I like to review all instructions together to make sure I don’t have any questions and know exactly what contacts are (vet, ER, friends) for emergencies. I always respect other people’s space and will leave things exactly as I left them, if not better. Letting someone into your home to take care of your fur family requires a lot of trust and I feel honored when someone allows me that privilege.

“Andrea was a wonderful pet sitter! She helped me out on short notice and was super accommodating. I would definitely recommend would use her services again!”

Grace H.

“Katie is awesome! She was very patient with me and my pets as some require specific feeding routines, and medicine, etc. She was very attentive to the pets and did everything we asked and more. Our pets love her and I will definitely book with her again. Thank you, Katie!”

Luísa Y.

About: I've grown up with animals since I was born and have gained the largest appreciation for pets of all shapes and sizes. Besides this, I have watched numerous pets for friends, family, and neighbors and ensured all pet's needs were met. Whether this was special diets, long walks, hours of play time, I love spending any and all time with animals. I do work a full time job usually M/W/F/Sun from 4 until about 12:30pm. I am also a full time student working on getting her bachelors. I always make plenty of time for drop ins to care for pets. Saturdays are usually always free so I have the time to really care for your pets needs! I’m willing to discuss what availability you’re looking for. I am open to almost all special requests you might need for you pet! Whatever practices/care needs you are looking for, I am willing to adjust to.

“Mary was amazing with my two goldens. They’re both very energetic and strong pullers on the leash and Mary was able to wrangle them no problem! She came over to meet the pups before hand and was so sweet to my dogs and to us. Send me photos every walk and give a full report back about everything the pups did! We all felt very comfortable with her off the bat as well. I would definitely have Mary back to care for our pups and recommend her to you 10/10!”

Lauren P.

About: I absolutely love all types of dogs and cats! Ever since I was 10 years old I have not lived without a dog in my house. I am flexible with your pets needs from walking to running and biking or taking them to the dog park. I have experience with administering medicine orally or injections. I have a dog of my own (who currently lives out of state at the moment with my boyfriend) so I know the responsibilities of what it takes to be a great dog owner, he is large and high energy so I am not intimidated by dogs with tough personalities. I am very reliable and will respond usually very quickly to texts or calls thank you in advance for considering me to walk/watch your pet! I am currently working Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm so I am mostly available on weekends Friday-Sunday. I have an hour for lunch so I can also check on a pet then but it is not guaranteed. I treat your pets as though they are my own! I know how hard it can be to leave them so I make sure they feel like they are on vacation too by giving them walks, cuddles and permitted treats.

“Danielle was great! She helped to feed and play with our cat Willow while we were away. Danielle provided great communication and updates. Highly recommended:)”

Hannah M.