Pet Sitting in Hartford
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“Megan was terrific! She's totally dependable and went above and beyond, even doing things for us we hadn't thought of. She took good care of our cat, and we couldn't be happier with her care! We will book her again. Thank you Megan.”
“Ellis helped us out in a pinch when we were in the middle of changing jobs! Our new puppy loved him and we trusted him from the start. He's a great guy, good with dogs, and I highly recommend his service!”
“Armani is great! She has good energy, is attentive, and very considerate. I recommend you giving her a chance as we were grateful for her assist with our puppy! We only stopped working with her due to her schedule needs, but we'd happily consider her again!”
About: I’ve grown up caring for animals my whole life. I raised my own dog from puppy to 15 year old senior citizen and have been taking care of my friend’s and family’s dogs and cats for years. Whether your pup needs a brisk walk or a trail run, or your cat needs company while you’re away, I bring the same care and attentiveness to pet care that I bring to the hospital. I understand how important your pets are to your family, and I’m here to treat them like my own. I have experience with dogs and cats of all sizes, temperaments, and medical needs. I’m comfortable administering oral medications, following special diets, and maintaining a calm presence with shy or anxious pets. I currently have a flexible academic schedule and I work hard to fit in pet care throughout the day. I am almost always available first thing in the morning and in the afternoons/evenings and my mid-day availability varies by academic term From walks to house-sits, I follow the simple tenants of 1)“treat every animal as if they were my own” and 2) “treat everyone’s homes with the utmost respect”. Pet owners know best what their animals need so my top goal is providing whatever care that may be, safely, and in the environment that best suits each pet and owner.
About: I'm a responsible, communicative, and kind graduate student with over a decade of experience caring for dogs. I've worked with rescue pups and dogs of all ages—from 8-week-old puppies to 13-year-old seniors. I treat every dog like my own, with patience, love, and lots of attention to their unique needs. My current schedule is very flexible, and I will be in town for most of the summer so I can hang out with your pup whenever! Once the fall starts, I’ll be in classes again but will have flexibility throughout the day and particularly on the weekends. Your dog’s safety and comfort is my utmost concern! I completely understand that your dog is like your child, so you want to make sure that they are safe and in the best care possible. Because of that, I will defer to your rules about where your dog can go, when they can be off leash, etc. You know them best, and I trust you!
About: I grew up on a farm and have taken care of a variety of animals. I worked in veterinary medicine for 8 years and spent two years in high school working for a dog and cat boarding facility. Currently a medical student, I have a lot of flexibility. I’m able to complete morning, midday, and/or evening walks. I am often available on weekends. I have a fenced in porch and can take dogs out on leash. I live close by to the rail trail and in a very walkable neighborhood. I can administer topical, oral, and subcutaneous medications.
“Kathryn took care of our rather antisocial and uncooperative cat during our vacation, coming twice a day to medicate her. It was not easy, but Kathryn was great about communicating with us and she creatively problem-solved to get the job done. We were super impressed with her reliability, patience and kindness. Highly recommended!! We are very grateful to her.”
About: I’ve taken care of and lived with dogs and cats my entire life. I am an agriculture student and former horseback rider with experience caring for animals including chickens, goats, horses, cows and more. I am currently a full time student, but my remote coursework allows me ample flexibility to care for animals multiple times throughout any given day. Unfortunately my apartment complex does not allow me to bring animals to my apartment. However, I am willing to travel to a clients home to care for their animals. I treat every client, their pets and their home with the utmost respect and care.
About: I am a current medical student in the area who has had dogs around her for her entire life. I have experience with small, medium, and large dogs of all breeds. I am responsible and quick in an emergency. I am also familiar with lots of walking trails in the area! I am a 4th year medical student with a pretty open schedule. Reach out with any inquiries and I will try to accommodate your needs! For pet sitting, I am available to stay at your home to keep your pet company as well as take them outside as often as needed. I am respectful, responsible, and professional in all spaces.
About: I’ve been dog sitting for over five years, caring for everything from tiny puppies to large breeds and seniors. As a lifelong pet owner of both dogs and cats, I understand each animal’s unique needs, whether it’s high-energy playtime in the park or calm cuddle sessions at home. I’m comfortable managing excitable pups and ensuring they get the exercise, socialization, and affection they crave. With me, your family members will get reliable, experienced care every time. As a graduate student, I have a very flexible work schedule that allows me to dedicate plenty of time to caring for your pets. I’m available for boarding on weekends and most weekdays after noon. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or cuddles, I can make sure your pet gets the attention they need throughout the day. I have a cozy home with a calm cat who enjoys lounging on her own couch with blankets and a scratching post nearby. I’m very gentle, patient, and attentive to each pet’s unique needs and comfort level. I can easily crate your dog if needed and always prioritize a safe, calm, and loving environment.
About: Active on rover a couple of years during medical school, now looking to supplement my free attending time with furry friends to explore the upper valley! I love to hike and ski, always happy to take your pet on a fun adventure! I do shift work usually, so my schedule might not be very consistent, but I’m happy to work with you on it, just let me know! I’ve had plenty of time dog sitting, working at rover for a few years in Portland Maine and taking care of my husband’s family dog for weeks on end. Since my condo is rather small, I prefer petting sitting at their home. I like to keep their routine schedule, so would prefer clear instructions on the pet’s day to day.
About: I have loved animals all my life. I enjoy to be around them and have experience feeding, playing, walking, cleaning up after, and loving and cuddling. I created a dog walking business when I was in the sixth grade. It slowly grew as others saw the love, care, and communication I put into caring for their pets. I want to return to my business in a new way and continue my true passion, love for all animals. I would love to pet sit for your animals whenever needed. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or special requests. I am always open to a discussion. Currently, I work full-time at Dartmouth College. I work 1130-10-pm Wednesday-Saturday and have Sunday-Tuesday off. Please reach out for confirmation on my schedule. Let me know what your needs are and we can discuss if its a good fit. Can't wait to talk to you soon! Will listen and follow all of your instructions to properly care for your animals. Open to discussing terms of pet sitting. I can come over to your house or live in to care for your pets.
About: I have taken care of cats and dogs for as long as I can remember. Looking to get my own, but in the meantime, would be excited to watch yours. I have plenty of toys and treats and I’m happy to do anything that makes you feel comfortable to keep your furry friend happy! I currently work at Dartmouth Hitchcock full-time which is why I typically can only watch during the weekend. My flexibility means I can also sometimes work remote. Depending on your preference, I’m sure we can work out something great. I am happy to do anything that makes you feel comfortable. I love to go for a walk, so I’m happy to take them down to the small park that we have. Or if they’re not much of a walker, I’m happy to sit and relax as long as they know how to pick a TV show.
About: I’ve had a family dog for my entire life. I walked my family’s dog nearly every day and have had experience pet sitting for family and friends when they are away. I am very active and am comfortable walking dogs for any desired distance! I am currently a medical student and looking to walk dogs and pet-sit in my free time after school during the week and on weekends! I have one friendly dog in my home. There is no fenced in yard, but have plenty of space for a crate and room to play!
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Megan L.
“Megan was terrific! She's totally dependable and went above and beyond, even doing things for us we hadn't thought of. She took good care of our cat, and we couldn't be happier with her care! We will book her again. Thank you Megan.”
Ellis B.
“Ellis helped us out in a pinch when we were in the middle of changing jobs! Our new puppy loved him and we trusted him from the start. He's a great guy, good with dogs, and I highly recommend his service!”
Nora L.Star Sitter
“Nora did a great job, was communicative, responsive, and a pleasure to interact with.”
Martha L.
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“Martha is a wonderful sitter and sends detailed and thoughtful report cards! We can really relax when we’re away knowing our pets are being well taken care of.”
Alyssa H.Star Sitter
“Alyssa was phenomenal and took excellent care of our fuzzy buddy!”
Armani B.Star Sitter
“Armani is great! She has good energy, is attentive, and very considerate. I recommend you giving her a chance as we were grateful for her assist with our puppy! We only stopped working with her due to her schedule needs, but we'd happily consider her again!”
Noah J.
“Noah took wonderful care of Easton, and all her needs! He is kind, trustworthy, and communicated with us throughout all his visits/walks - our dog absolutely loved him! Would highly recommend Noah to anyone looking for pet services!”
Liah D.
“I can't say enough wonderful things about Liah! She watched my dog with exceptional attention to detail, noticing even the smallest changes in behavior and preferences. Her genuine love for animals shines through in everything she does - from sending thoughtful updates to following care instructions perfectly. My pet returned happy and well-adjusted, clearly having received plenty of affection and proper care. Liah's reliability and communication made the entire experience stress-free. I'll absolutely be booking with her again and recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter who truly treats your furry family member as their own.”
Elizabeth K.
“Liz is amazing! She’s been walking my dog and taking care of my cats while we're on vacation and I couldn’t be more grateful for her care and reliability. My dog looks forward to his walks with her. Liz is attentive to his energy levels, makes sure he gets good exercise, and always left a thoughtful update and photos that brighten my day. My dog clearly trusts her and she is extraordinarily capable/ competent in her care for him. As for our cats, Liz handles them perfectly — whenever we have left them in her care, she has always provided excellent care. The feeding areas are clean, litter box is spotless, and they appear content. One of our cats not the most outgoing cat, but he’s warmed up to her surprisingly fast, which says a lot! Liz is dependable, communicative, and genuinely cares about animals. I feel 100% confident knowing my pets are in such good hands. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for top-notch dog walking or cat care!”
Kathryn M.
“Kathryn took care of our rather antisocial and uncooperative cat during our vacation, coming twice a day to medicate her. It was not easy, but Kathryn was great about communicating with us and she creatively problem-solved to get the job done. We were super impressed with her reliability, patience and kindness. Highly recommended!! We are very grateful to her.”
Meredith C.
“Meredith is an incredibly responsible and loving pet caregiver, her heart is so welcoming to pets of all kinds, shapes, and sizes. She will extend such loving care to any animal she is around, I trust Meredith with my large Great Dane consistently, she knows how to handle him with his behaviors, his reactions on and off the leash, even giving him medication. Anyone would be so lucky to have Meredith take care of their pet.”
Suchi J.
“Suchi has taken care of my two dogs many times and she is the most responsible and loving pet sitter there is. Both of my dogs are high needs and require daily medication, she was extremely attentive to their needs and made sure they were both comfortable. She goes above and beyond to provide a happy environment for pets and make them feel at home. I would absolutely ask Suchi to watch my dogs again.”
Nathan T.
“Nathan has always been good with dogs as long as I’ve known him. He is gentle, caring, and dogs of all shapes, sizes, and demeanors seem to gravitate towards him. I have trusted him with my own dog in the past and wouldn’t want anyone else to care for my furry friends!”
Sheila I.
“Sheila has been a fantastic caretaker for our dog Beazy! She's always extremely friendly and makes sure to go the extra mile. Beazy loves her and I feel very comfortable knowing Sheila is keeping her safe while I'm out. I highly recommend her.”
Michael L.
“Mike has safe & considerate vibes, and this is coming from a single woman. He was so patient & kind with my cat, who is skittish (at the very least) around new people. Men especially. He took the time to let Tuna get comfortable with him, while making sure he was taken care of. He didn’t force any interactions, and his focus was on Tuna feeling comfortable and safe. Which ultimately resulted in Tuna brushing up against him and meeting him when he came in. A true victory! If you’re a single gal, and looking for someone who you can trust to be in your house while also taking amazing care of your pet, look no further :)”
Lydia S.
“Great!!”
Maxamus S.
“I cannot recommend Maxamus highly enough! He took exceptional care of our dogs and cats making sure our pets were not only safe but happy and well-loved in our absence. Max is trustworthy, dependable, and has a wonderful, calming nature. Our pets loved him. We will absolutely be using Max again!”
Taylor M.
“Taylor is a "Petite by Mighty" young lady, who is extremely competent. She is appropriate and attentive to animals. She goes the extra mile to make sure pets get plenty of affection, exercise and assures that all of their needs are met. She recognizes the stress that pets go through when their "parents" are not around, but smooths the process effortlessly. She has taken care of our beloved "Bear" (a 90 pound lab) on occasion and we have seen her interactions with their family retriever. There is no doubt that Taylor can be trusted to go above and beyond for your pet.”
Allaire D.
“Allaire was so great with my senior poodle. He really took to her, and she was a great communicator, with a high-strung dog mom. Lol! Will book again!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Hartford on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 27 pet sitters in Hartford. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 100% of Hartford pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 9 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Hartford.
Rover makes it easy to find Hartford pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 27 pet sitters in Hartford on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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