House Sitting in Kensington

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Nora C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Plainville, CT, 06062

Nora was available short notice and even did a meet and greet with my dog prior to an overnight. They got along great and everything went well !!

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Emily D.
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Elizabeth S.
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$65
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4.7 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 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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Robyn M.
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Briona Z.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
7 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Super responsible and kind! Briona was wonderful with Katsu, and he absolutely loved her! Very trustworthy, and I was happy to have her stay overnight with Katsu in my home.

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Sadie R.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
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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Michelle H.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Michelle stayed at our house for two nights to watch our dogs and was absolutely fantastic. She kept us up-to-date with pictures and videos and followed our instructions perfectly. Would recommend Michelle to anyone!

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Hector L.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
16 years of experience
New Britain, CT, 06051

Hector was absolutely fantastic with our cats and they liked him a lot. He was also very professional and friendly with us, sending us daily updates and pictures. We loved having him and already have him booked to watch our cats for our next trip.

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

Carol is simply the best sitter I’ve ever used! She is so caring, kind and accommodating and provides sweet updates for my girl. I know that Harper is in excellent hands with her and will be so well taken care of. She loves the dogs like her own and will be SO missed after her move!!! Thank you 🥰

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Jade W.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
19 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Meriden, CT, 06450

Jade house-sat with our dog for a full week. The weather was super cold but he still managed to walk our dog each day and he took great care of our house too! We are thrilled to have found such a reliable person to be with our dog when we are away. Yay!

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Sarah F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 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: Nikki B.
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Nikki B.
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$60
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4.9 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
8 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

Nikki was terrific with my kitties as I was out of town for 8 days. She delivers and additionally left my home in tip-top shape. My cats were very well taken care of and calm upon my return. I could not ask for more.

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Sophia A.
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$60
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4.6 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Portland, CT, 06480

Sophia was truly amazing. She communicated every step of the way and always reached out with any questions. I appreciated how consistently she kept me informed with updates and photos, and how she let me know when she arrived and left each day. She also gave me helpful summaries of their daily activities so I always knew how Kharma was doing. I came home to a neat and tidy house, the trash taken out, and a very happy dog. It was clear Kharma was well cared for. I’d absolutely trust her again.

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Carla A.
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$75
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4.8 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
9 repeat clients
2 years of experience
West Hartford, CT, 06110

Carla was exceptional with our dog Molly. The care Carla gave our dog was outstanding and the daily communication and pictures eased our minds while we enjoyed some time away. Without a doubt we will be using Carla again.

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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
206 reviews
44 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06416

Sherry was wonderful. She was very responsible and took the best care of Dolly and Wrigley. She was very good to Wrigley when it started to rain. He gets scared and she sat with him calming him down. Definitely hoping our schedules line up for my next trip.

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Liz K.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 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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Nancy P.
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$80
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
9 repeat clients
10 years of experience
East Rock, Meriden, CT, 06450

Nancy took such great care of our two pups and our house. We were in regular contact with her while we were gone and she sent us several "pupdates" to let us know Sophie and Loki were happy. We'll definitely be rebooking her for future vacations and will recommend her highly to our friends who are looking for a dog sitter.

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Sitter Profile Image: Maria R.
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Maria R.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
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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Mylinda G.
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$35
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4.8 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Farmington, CT, 06032

Mylinda was very professional and had a great way with both Ella and Milo (dog and cat). She left my home better than when she arrived and most importantly shared photos of my furry friends while I was away. Highly recommend her. K

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Sitter Profile Image: Keyzi B.
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Keyzi B.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
5 years of experience
New britian, CT, 06053

About: I have two dogs with two different personalities one a pit and one a golden retriever. I’ve had my golden retriever since he was a baby and always take care of Him and his special diet and his special walking I bathe him and take care of him any type of way. I love animals with all my heart I go to school from 7am-1pm so after that time I am free. im an active person so I love to spend quality time with dogs and animals I have 2 very friendly dogs. My back yard isn’t fenced in but we do have 50ft to 100ft leashes for them to be able to play outside

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Christine V.
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$65
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4.9 out of 5 stars
215 reviews
88 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Middlefield, CT, 06455

Christine is a wonderful dog sitter! She stayed 9 days with our 2 high maintenance dogs and took excellent care of them. Christine’s communication both before and during our trip was exactly what we needed to feel comfortable. She sent pictures of our boys daily and sent us updates on their behaviors, eating, sleeping, and general wellbeing. It allowed us to relax and enjoy our trip!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

As a very overprotective rescue dog mom, I don’t trust many people with my Cane Corso, Whitney. She came from an abusive home, and while we’ve worked incredibly hard over the last year and a half to build her confidence, some of her separation anxiety has recently resurfaced. Finding someone I trust with her is not easy. I was attending a family wedding and staying in an Airbnb with Whitney, and Elizabeth was absolutely wonderful. She took the time to earn the trust of an apprehensive dog, took her on a nice walk, and made sure she wasn’t left alone in the evening or stuck in her crate in an unfamiliar place. Knowing Whitney was being cared for with patience, kindness, and understanding gave me tremendous peace of mind during an important family event. Elizabeth went above and beyond, and it was clear she genuinely cared about Whitney’s comfort and well-being. I would highly recommend Elizabeth to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy dog sitter, especially for dogs who may need a little extra patience and

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April W.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Kensington is $60

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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 Jun 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.

If you’re searching for a Kensington house sitter for the first time, visit the house sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a house sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 1,249 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, 88% of Kensington house sitters respond in under an hour.

House sitters in Kensington have an average of 16 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.

Note: If your house 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 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.