House Sitting in Kensington

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Sitter Profile Image: Nora C.
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Nora C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Plainville, CT, 06062

Nora is a fantastic pet sitter. She's conscientious, detailed, and compassionate. My cat got some dental work done just before our trip. Nora was incredibly diligent with his extra care needs. I highly recommend booking Nora for cat/house sitting.

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Sharon H.
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Briona Z.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Highly recommend! Briona has been very responsive and accommodating and our anxious senior dog loves her. She was great about sending us updates and photos and we absolutely plan to rebook with her in the future.

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Elizabeth S.
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$40
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4.6 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
New britain, CT, 06052

Elizabeth did a great job watching our two labs (one is a puppy!) at our home. She was very easy going and easy to work with. When we got home the dogs were happy and quite tired! I would definitely use Elizabeth again!

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Liz K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
27 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Liz was absolutely fabulous with our (very large!) golden, Cutiepie! While I was initially nervous with our very first petsitter/housesitter, I ended up ecstatic that we had such a lovely person to play with and care for Cutie and look after our home while we were out of town. We received regular photo and text updates, and I was quickly notified about any questions she might have about Cutie's needs. Liz herself has such a wonderful, friendly, and easy going manner about her as well; I felt immediately comfortable with her in my home and with my dog (who has now adopted Liz as her BFF and already misses her!). House was tidy when we returned and Cutie was happy, calm, and clearly well cared for. I'll definitely be booking Liz again next time we need to leave Cutie at home alone! Thank you Liz for being the perfect companion to Cutie while we were away! Couldn't have asked for a better petsitter! <3

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Sarah F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Meriden, CT, 06450

Sarah was AMAZING! Incredibly accommodating. Fantastic, even though last minute. And took care of all FOUR of our fur-babies when we were out of town! Will definitely be using her in the future. Our favorite Rover sitter yet!

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Sitter Profile Image: Christine V.
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Christine V.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
212 reviews
87 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middlefield, CT, 06455

Christine is amazing. Treated my dog like her own. Sent tons of pics. Gave frequent updates and i was only away 48 hrs. Highly recommend her and Rover.

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Michelle H.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Michelle was great with Lola and sent so many pictures to give us peace of mind! We will definitely book with her again. She stayed in our home and it was left exactly as we left in- she even brought in our packages. Cannot thank her enough!

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Heidi M.
Sitter Profile Image: Sadie R.
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Sadie R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Plantsvile, CT, 06479

Sadie is super responsive and friendly, sent plenty of pics of our pup while sitting and took great care of her while we were away. Highly recommended!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nikki B.
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Nikki B.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Nikkii was absolutely great. She sent pictures and kept me posted on how they were doing daily. My 2 crazy fur babies loved her and can't wait to see her again! Thank you for taking such great care of them

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Sitter Profile Image: Sophia A.
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Sophia A.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
10 years of experience
Portland, CT, 06480

Sophia was absolutely wonderful! She was in communication with us every day with photo updates on our animals and so kind and responsive. I would recommend Sophia to anyone and we are so grateful to have found someone locally that we feel comfortable staying in our home with our animals. Such a wonderful experience that put our minds at ease

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Taliah D.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
17 years of experience
Rocky Hill, CT, 06067

Taliah did a wonderful job watching over our two cats and our house while we were away on vacation. She sent us sweet daily updates and when we arrived home our house was spotless, and more importantly our cats were very happy.

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
5 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Berlin, CT, 06037

We just came back from our first vacation in years and Jessica was a huge reason our trip was great. We have two dogs we care deeply for and boarding them for just a weekend was stressful… and expensive! Our older dog has incredible anxiety every time we leave. So we decided to give Rover a try and we’re very happy we did. We met with a couple of sitters before our trip and Jessica impressed us with her flexibility and professionalism so we asked her to dogsit for the three nights we were away. She was great with our dogs and cared for them the way we wanted. In addition, she sent us pictures and texts with updates on the dogs. She made a great impression and completely sold us on Rover. I now feel confident that we can take more relaxing vacations knowing how well she took care of our dogs! I couldn’t have asked for more.

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Sitter Profile Image: Sherry B.
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Sherry B.
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$47
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5.0 out of 5 stars
205 reviews
44 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06416

Sherry is amazing! She watched my dog lyle over the weekend. Sent updates throughout the time. Lyle was so happy and I don’t think he has ever been walked better!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kathryn R.
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Kathryn R.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
9 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Meriden, CT, 06451

Kathryn is awesome!!!! My husband and I had a bad experience with Rover last June with another sitter and haven’t traveled since. After moving to Connecticut, we decided to give it a shot and test it out again for one night. Kathryn was so kind, polite and reassuring that all will be well after listening to our horrid experience last year. She offered two visits before the actual sitting just to get to know our Pep and us. She always showed up the time she said she would. Pep warmed up to her quickly. Dogs know :) During the sitting, she sent multiple updates and went above and beyond. She did everything she could to make sure pep was accommodated and comfortable! She also respected our home and left it as she found it. Will definitely be booking Kathryn again. We can’t thank you enough

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Sitter Profile Image: Kim V.
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Kim V.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Berlin, CT, 06037

Kim was great with my pups. she went above and beyond. during her stay she encountered a snow storm which she still drove through to care for the pups and also cleaned an area of snow for the pups in the back yard.. She kept me up to date on daily happening. I would recommend Kim 100% she is great.

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Sitter Profile Image: Maria R.
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Maria R.
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$30
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18 years of experience
Plainville, CT, 06062

About: I have had dogs my whole life. My job has been to feed them, give them water, clean up after them, take them for walks, and give them medication. I also currently have a senior dog, so I have some experience with them! I have experience with small and big dogs alike. I am a college student who is home for the summer, so I have full availability. During the school year, I will work around my class schedule. Evenings and weekends will be free for sure. We have a fenced yard at home. Still, I watch my dogs just in case. In spring/summer I check for ticks every time they go out. When we go on walks, I am always diligent when we pass another dog. If my dogs aren't up for walks, especially my senior dog, we go out into the backyard and play fetch or run around.

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Carol K.
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$95
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5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
37 repeat clients
15 years of experience
West Hartford, CT, 06117

Carol was absolutely wonderful! Very communicative and provided regular photos and updates on how our pup Winnie was doing. You can tell she absolutely adores dogs and treats them with the love they deserve! Will definitely continue to use Carol as our sitter in the future

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Sitter Profile Image: Callan F.
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Callan F.
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$44
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
5 repeat clients
3 years of experience
West Hartford, CT, 06119

About: I have pet sat and walked other’s dogs for about three years now. I have had healthy relationships with all the dogs I care for. It brings me joy to connect with dogs while bettering their health! Pet care takes first priority for me. I am very flexible and eager to meet new animal friends. I am available during all days of the week! I do not currently care for pets at my home, however, I will care for all pets like they’re my own. I strive to developing trust with all my clients.

Sitter Profile Image: Natalie D.
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Natalie D.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

It doesn’t get any better than Natalie! Patient, understanding, awesome communication - the list goes on. She was so gentle and understanding of my nervous dog and really went above and beyond to make him comfortable. I loved getting her updates and my house was spotless when I came back! I will definitely continue to use Natalie for my future dog-sitting requests!

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Sitter Profile Image: Valerie C.
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Valerie C.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
1 repeat client
45 years of experience
Berlin, CT, 06037

About: I am looking for pet sitting opportunities for the new year. My whole life I have had gerbils, hamsters, birds, cats, and dogs. I currently have two Yorkies, Benny and Bear, and a rabbit named Poppy! I have experience pet sitting in the past for both dogs and cats. I have a fairly free schedule with plenty of time to watch and care for your pets! I am available during the weekdays and select weekends, and this is something that I would love to do during my free time! I am able to provide care in your home, fenced in yard or neighborhood, whatever you and your pet prefer. Please see above: Pet owner and I canceled due to the snow. I am flexible with my schedule, I have plenty of time to watch and care for your pets. I am available during the weekdays! It is something that I would love to do during my free time. I am able to provide care in your home, fenced in yard or neighborhood. Whatever you and your pet prefer. Please let me know if your pet requires any special needs.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Liz went above and beyond with our dogs. She took them on nice long walks and was an excellent communicator. Would definitely love to have her back and would recommend her to anyone.

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Kyra S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Jocelyn is an amazing and loving pet sitter! she has her own animal friends at home with her and clearly loves them so much. She remembers our dogs as if they are her own pets and she loves them and they love her back! She really gives us honest and funny updates and pictures and videos of them having a great time with her, competing for her attention, playing and looking so happy! Jocelyn adores animals and it shows. She is a very responsible young woman and we are very fond of her. We only know her through Rover and that is enough to be able to trust and rely on her with our beloved doggies! Thanks so much Jocelyn for always clueing us in and doing the best for our pups and especially never making it seem like a chore but always loving to stay with them the way our own son and daughter do! We came home to happy and relaxed, exercised dogs who were happy to see us but certainly not frantic or anxious in any way. That is the magic of Joelyn!

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Melanie L.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alex is a rare gem! Thoughtful, conscientious and caring for your pets and your home. She takes the time to understand your pet and follows their routine but also takes care of your house! Really appreciate her care when we are away! She takes care of everything and communicates regularly during our time away.

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Lisa D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

We were understandably nervous about using Rover for our first overnight away from our dog, but Navaeh exceeded every expectation. She was professional, communicative, and incredibly kind. We appreciated the regular updates and pictures, and it was clear our dog felt safe and comfortable with her. Our home was just as we left it, and our pup was calm and happy when we returned. We’re so thankful to have found someone we trust and look forward to working with Navaeh again.

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Terri H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kim was great with my pups. she went above and beyond. during her stay she encountered a snow storm which she still drove through to care for the pups and also cleaned an area of snow for the pups in the back yard.. She kept me up to date on daily happening. I would recommend Kim 100% she is great.

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Jim W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly was amazing! We were so nervous about leaving our Shepard for the first time for a week, but she kept us updated with pictures and texts constantly. We love her and would use her everytime! Roofus loved her as well!

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Stephanie B.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Loved having Megan take care of my 2 dogs. She was extremely dependable and is reliable! I loved getting a bunch of pictures while I was away! Will definitely use her again!!!

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Leesa G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Joey was amazing. Took care of our two dogs and kitty cat and our house. We will be rebooking with him. Thank you.

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Robert C.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Kensington on Rover as of May 2026 was about $60 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

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As of May 2026, there are 1,247 house sitters in Kensington. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 86% of Kensington house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Kensington have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Kensington.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Kensington house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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.

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We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.