Pet Sitting in New Canaan
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“Kevin and Ana came exactly when they said, walked my dogs and dried them off from the rain, and were very communicative. When my new address was not updated in the system and they ended up at my old address, they contacted me right away and without hesitation went to my new address 20 minutes away. I will definitely get in touch again when I need a dog walker and sitter!”

“Mark was great with my boys. He was very attentive and kind. Me being away for a week is real stressful for my cats, but he made them feel at ease and comfortable. He even took quality time to play with the kitten, which made the kitten so happy. Mark was great with communicating and keeping me updated with the visits. I would use Mark again and highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a professional sitter who is kind, gentle and caring.”

About: I have multiple years of experience petsitting, volunteering at animal shelters, and caring for pets of my own. I’m also knowledgeable about animals body language and behavior, which play a huge role in working with reactive, fearful, or under-socialized pets. I’m a college student spending the summer at home, so my hours are pretty flexible, and I’m more than happy to work around my client’s schedules. When doing drop-in visits, I typically feed your pet first before completing any additional tasks you need taken care of (grooming, cleaning, scooping litter boxes, etc.). Once your pets are done eating, I can give them up to an hour of play/social time before i leave, depending on how much energy they tend to have.
About: I have had a beautiful, white husky for 6 years. She is living with my family right now and I miss her dearly. I am familiar with energy and lots of fur! I am working full time Monday- Friday but I work from home twice a week. . I am available in the mornings on Tuesday- Thursdays and all day Friday- Sunday. I raised my husky, Kida, from 2 months old. I am familiar with puppies and strength and energy. She loves walking several times a day and I love walking with her. I also have a family cat! Her name is Rue and she is 4 years old. I am familiar with caring for and playing with cats!
“I am a new Rover user and was nervous about entrusting my 8-month-old puppy to someone I didn't know. But Samantha exceeded expectations in many ways! She clearly loves dogs and was excited to meet my Yogi. She gave him a wonderful walk, made sure he had plenty of water, and even adjusted her schedule to meet our preferred timeline. Yogi was happy as a clam when we got home, and we are thrilled that we now have a reliable sitter to call for future needs.”

“Molly was great with Bella! Communication was on point (quick responses and always confirmed a day before), received cute photos of Bella playing in the backyard, seems like they had the best time! Would absolutely trust Molly again with my dog!”

“Devora did a great job watching our new rescue puppy for a week while we were away. We are still in training mode and Devora helped a great deal in getting closer to our goal. We highly recommend Devora for your pet sitting needs.”

“Lana was great! She did drop in visits for our cat while we were away. Took care of everything we asked and provided pictures when possible. Will be using her services again!”

“Ginger is such a great dog sitter! She was communicative about her visits with our pup and spent lots of time petting and playing with her. We would definitely recommend Ginger and plan on booking with her again in the future!”

“Alexis not only genuinely loves dogs but she is responsible and trustworthy. Pleasant and upbeat, she is the kind of person you want coming into your home while you are away. She took great care of my pup and I loved receiving the photos she sent and an activity report after every visit.”


“Natasha went above and beyond when taking care of Roscoe. He is a bit of a fearful dog, but he took right away to Natasha and even rolled over for a belly rub, which he never ever has done with a stranger before. She must have some sort of special touch. She is responsible, keeps in constant contact, followed all of my instructions, and Roscoe obviously loved her. We will definitely be using her again in the future.”

About: Hello! My name is Madison "Lexie" Hirai and I am incoming senior at the University of Denver. Pets have always been apart of my life, and as a college student I want to continue that! I grew up with a Labrador Retriever and currently have a Mini Labradoodle. I have years of pet-sitting/walking experience, and stay active through running and and weightlifting. I am happy to take of your furry friends whether that is pet-sitting for vacations or taking them on long walks in and around the neighborhood. No pet is too big and no energy too great for me to handle. Please reach out with any other questions! I am quite flexible with scheduling. I will be in Denver all summer and am taking part in an internship that requires me in office 2-3 a week until the end of July. Beyond that I am able see your pets at any time , preferably weekdays but weekends work as well! I make sure to provide the upmost care and attention to each dog or cat, and will be happy to match the energy level of any animal! I always make sure to gain the animals trust first through small gestures and words, and allow themselves to warm up to me, so we can create a bond that makes them feel safe, secure, and loved. I am very organized, and can follow schedules that you may have made for your pets so it's like you never left!
“I felt very comfortable going out of town and leaving my new cat in Kathy's care. He's very shy but she managed to see him. There was good communication and I found her to be very caring.”

“Alexandra took excellent care of our two cats while we were away, taking time to get to know them and play with them each visit. We were thrilled they were in such good hands and will definitely ask Alexandra to help us again.”

About: I have had dogs and cats since I was three years old. I currently own and operate a horse farm and also have three dogs and a cat. I have previous dog walking and house/pet sitting experience. I am a small business owner with a flexible schedule, ready to tend to your pet’s needs. Available throughout the day and for overnights. I am willing to travel to your home to keep your pet it its already established routine so that you can enjoy your time away knowing your pet is with a loving caregiver in your own home.
“Pam was so great with our two kitties while we were away. She was on time every day and we truly appreciated the extra steps she took like vacuuming and offering to take out the trash. Would definitely book again. Thanks!”

About: I truly understand dogs- their behavior, body language, and needs. I treat every dog based on what it is that they need and truly have a genuine love for all animals I currently work during the day but I get out early most days with a flexible schedule. I am very active and love going to new places I make sure that they are comfortable, and that I familiarize myself . I am Punctual, responsible, and considerate in other peoples homes. I make sure the home and the dog are taken care of
“Jennifer was great taking care of Stanley our cat. He was certainly pampered with brushings once a day and his favorite belly rubs. She was very comfortable giving him his meds each day. I would highly recommend Jennifer.”

Over 67 pet parents in New Canaan have booked pet sitting
New Canaan pet parents share their Rover experiences
Brooke is fantastic! I highly recommend her I left so many confusing instructions about my not-so-friendly, finicky cat and Brooke just rolled with it. Absolutely no judging when I explained that she’d need to open the door, wait a few seconds… then close the door and repeat numerous times until my cat finally agreed to go outside. (My cat is obnoxious) She came to the house even in a snow storm. Brooke really is wonderful and I hope you’ll be lucky enough to have her !

Wendy Johanna was really great watching our dog for a few days! Our dog is usually anxious and timid with new people but she seemed to warm up to Wendy quickly. Wendy was great at communicating with us and sending lots of updates, photos and videos that really helped us relax knowing our dog was being looked after. I’d definitely recommend Wendy and will use her again in the future! 🐶
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in New Canaan is $25
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Sitters in New Canaan average 7 repeat pet sitting clients
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in New Canaan on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 764 pet sitters in New Canaan. 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, 86% of New Canaan pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in New Canaan have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 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 New Canaan.
Rover makes it easy to find New Canaan 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 764 pet sitters in New Canaan on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In New Canaan, 97% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% offer medication administration, and 93% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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.




