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Nell S.

Harwinton, CT

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
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Services

Nell can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Nell can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

My work schedule allows for either me or my daughter to always be at home, so the pets have round the clock love and attention.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
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About Nell S.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

52 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, and a house with plenty of space for pets to hang out. My 2 dogs are very friendly and are used to visiting dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nell S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if your pet is aggressive with other animals, as my dogs are getting older. In addition, if there are any accommodations I can make that might minimize their separation anxiety, I like to know that.

A typical day

Me and my daughter enjoy spending quality time with the pets. We are both more than willing to bring your dogs out for walks and playtime, and we find that many dogs enjoy listening to our music.

Location

Harwinton, CT

Nell S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

I’ll soothe even the savage beast

Pet care experience

I provide, as well as top-notch care,a uniquely adaptive music therapy session for your pet so that even the most high-strung pets can feel relaxed and reassured by the sound of live classical piano music. A professional musician,I have also raised a litter of 10 puppies and have owned at least one dog at every point in my life.I am a consummate pet lover with 2 dogs currently. If your animal is a bit of a loner I can provide sequestered accommodations. I have a 16 year old who also loves animals; she as well has never lived without a dog. One of her passions is horseback riding and through this activity she has achieved a gentle but commanding demeanor around most animals. Between the two of us your pet will never lack a playmate!

Reviews

Cassandra C.
Boarding • Jan 02, 2026
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My dogs were with Nell for the first time for 2 nights, they came home very happy and tired! I can tell they were very comfortable in her home and we’d definitely book with her again!

Kathy M.
Boarding • Dec 30, 2025
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Nell was super sweet with Tucker. She has watched him twice and both times he left happy and well taken care of this time. He even came home with a special bone treat from her.

Amy K.
Boarding • Nov 03, 2025
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Nell was a perfect dog sitter for our two dogs! She was responsive and I will definitely be using her again in the future! Definitely recommend

Tarek H.
Boarding • Oct 07, 2025
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Nell was great tin tin loved staying with her she was quick responding when you contact her I really liked that her back yard full fenced

About Nell S.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

52 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard, and a house with plenty of space for pets to hang out. My 2 dogs are very friendly and are used to visiting dogs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nell S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if your pet is aggressive with other animals, as my dogs are getting older. In addition, if there are any accommodations I can make that might minimize their separation anxiety, I like to know that.

A typical day

Me and my daughter enjoy spending quality time with the pets. We are both more than willing to bring your dogs out for walks and playtime, and we find that many dogs enjoy listening to our music.

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Nell S.

Harwinton, CT

4.9 out of 5 stars
50 reviews