Pet Sitting in Newington
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“Michael was fantastic! I needed last minute help and he took wonderful care of my 2 senior dogs. He was very attentive, friendly, and caring with my dogs. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for help with their fur babies!”
“1st time booking with Stephanie and she was nothing short of amazing! One of my kitties is a diabetic and she took such great care of her, the communication was wonderful, she made sure to keep me updated throughout the weekend. 10/10 will book again with her! 💕”
“Morgan was so good with Monty! We appreciate her responsibility and dedication. She drove over in horrible weather conditions to care for him while we were out of town.”
About: I have experience working with small to xl dogs, young to old. I have been caring for pets for 6 years, 1 of which I was also working in boarding at an animal hospital and gained experience administering medication. I have spent a lot of time with socially anxious and separation anxiety dogs and learned a lot about patience with their needs. For the past year and a half, I worked at a dog board and train facility where I spent my time taking care of a variety of breeds and temperaments including aggression and resource guarding. I have the most experience with high energy breeds including German Shepard Dogs and Belgian Malignois. I am confident in my dog handling skills and behavioral challenges that come my way. I am a full time college student so most of my time is filled with classes. A few days a week I am done early so I will have time to care for your pet and love them just as you would. I do not provide in home care. In your home I would love to play with your fur baby and spend time with them while you’re away. I can tailor to your needs to make sure your pet has their needs met.
“I highly recommend Carrie as a pet sitter. She did a wonderful job looking after our cats. Communication was great from the start to the end. We had a meet up prior to our departure for an introduction and to review feeding instructions, which went seamlessly and received updates throughout with week. When we arrived home, our cats were happy. It was comforting to know that our boys were being cared for by a kind, attentive, and affectionate person. I will definitely be using Carrie again!”
“Kate is wonderful! Super friendly and was really helpful when I needed someone for the holiday weekend. Potter loved her and I hope she loved him! She sent pictures every visit which I love. She even washed the dishes that she used 🙌🏼 would love to have Kate back again!”
“Nicole took wonderful care of our pets and kept us up to date with messages and pictures. She was very responsive and caring. We have lots of cats of various ages and on different diets and we felt very confident that she could manage it all. She took our dog for nice long walks. I would highly recommend Nicole if you want a mature, kind and responsible pet sitter who can handle multiple pets with medication or special diets, in addition to company and love. Knowing she was taking care of our pets helped me relax and enjoy our family vacation.”
“Kristen was communicative and just an overall great experience. She watched my two cats while I was out of town and made me feel completely at ease. Would definitely recommend”
About: I’ve spent my whole life around furry friends and miss the joy and connection they bring. I’ve been walking and watching my neighbors cats and dogs for most of my life. I’ve become well trained in administering medications and deep cleaning litter boxes. I’ve mastered all basic skills needed for caring for our friends I’m currently a student but that doesn’t mean I don’t have plenty of time to hang out with your cats and dogs! I’m quite the homebody so when I’m not in class I love to be in my dorm. I also have large gaps between my classes meaning I can definitely take them out/on walks throughout the entire day! I will follow any rules you have around your home as I do not want to disrupt your space. When it comes to taking care with animals I believe that communication with the owner is key (along with sending update photos of their furry friends so they can see they’re doing well!) When taking care of an animal they are my top priority rain or shine.
About: I have taken care of and raised dogs from puppyhood my whole life. I live at a family house with a full yard a two other dogs that get along well with others. I am well equipped to handle young energetic pups to sleepy senior dogs. I am currently working part time while I go back to school and finish my degree. For these summer months, I have wide availability and can walk or board dogs with any schedule. I live in a family house with a fenced in yard and two well socialized adult dogs. We have done doggy day with friends and family. I understand dogs well and am well prepared to walk the dogs in local dog parks and care for your dog in your home too.
“More than amazing! She was always there to take care of the pups! Completely understanding the needs and the job, very professional/reasonable. I haven’t been able to leave my 3 dogs in some time, but now we have someone to count on and trust. Thank you for being great and there for our fur babies.”
“Dale is a wonderful pet caregiver. My elderly pet needed special care and attention and Dale really helped ease my concern leaving her. I highly recommend Dale. She is kind, attentive and responsive.”
About: I've taken care of my family dog, my sister's dogs and friend's dogs for over 15 years. They relied me to walk, feed, play, bathe, take them to vaccination appointments & spa appointments. I also have experience walking large dogs in local animal shelters. I am a mom of a toddler boy and I work from home most days and I am able to take walks every 3-4 hours. I have a big yard for dogs to play and I live in a safe and low traffic community. I have a large living room where the dogs have plenty of space to hang out inside the house.
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Michael D.
Star Sitter
“Michael was fantastic! I needed last minute help and he took wonderful care of my 2 senior dogs. He was very attentive, friendly, and caring with my dogs. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for help with their fur babies!”
Hannah P.
“Hannah is an excellent dog caregiver!!”
Stephanie J.
“1st time booking with Stephanie and she was nothing short of amazing! One of my kitties is a diabetic and she took such great care of her, the communication was wonderful, she made sure to keep me updated throughout the weekend. 10/10 will book again with her! 💕”
Morgan T.Star Sitter
“Morgan was so good with Monty! We appreciate her responsibility and dedication. She drove over in horrible weather conditions to care for him while we were out of town.”
Kassidy L.Star Sitter
“Kassidy has taken care of our dog for several years when we go out of town. We never worry when we leave him in her care, she is very conscientious and caring. She has also pet sat for several other families often times staying at their home to care for their pets around the clock. She has also spent time working at a local veterinary clinic in their boarding and kennel departments bathing, feeding, walking and playing with the animals who are staying there. I would not hesitate to hire her to help take care of my pets.”
Hannah M.Star Sitter
“Hannah is amazing with our cats! We’ve hired Hannah any time we’re away and they love her and she really goes the extra mile with our expectations. Highly recommend!”
James W.
“James was so great with my cat, Boots! He kept him entertained and well taken care of while I was away. I would definitely hire him again.”
Jerrod C.
“We are very happy to say that Jarrod was responsible with Pepprel’s care and schedule. When need be, we will not hesitate to call on him again.”
Carrie K.
“I highly recommend Carrie as a pet sitter. She did a wonderful job looking after our cats. Communication was great from the start to the end. We had a meet up prior to our departure for an introduction and to review feeding instructions, which went seamlessly and received updates throughout with week. When we arrived home, our cats were happy. It was comforting to know that our boys were being cared for by a kind, attentive, and affectionate person. I will definitely be using Carrie again!”
Jamie M.
“Provided such incredible care for my pup! Will definitely book again!”
Kate H.
“Kate is wonderful! Super friendly and was really helpful when I needed someone for the holiday weekend. Potter loved her and I hope she loved him! She sent pictures every visit which I love. She even washed the dishes that she used 🙌🏼 would love to have Kate back again!”
Nicole P.
“Nicole took wonderful care of our pets and kept us up to date with messages and pictures. She was very responsive and caring. We have lots of cats of various ages and on different diets and we felt very confident that she could manage it all. She took our dog for nice long walks. I would highly recommend Nicole if you want a mature, kind and responsible pet sitter who can handle multiple pets with medication or special diets, in addition to company and love. Knowing she was taking care of our pets helped me relax and enjoy our family vacation.”
Kristen L.Star Sitter
“Kristen was communicative and just an overall great experience. She watched my two cats while I was out of town and made me feel completely at ease. Would definitely recommend”
Marion H.
“I've known Marion Hess for almost two years. She is a dog lover! When Marion offered her availability to take care of dogs when she was home from college on breaks, on our town's local facebook page. I contacted her, and she started walking our black lab mix rescue dog Chloe. She not only walks Chloe, she plays with her and takes her on walks on our town's trails. Chloe is always ecstatic to see her and runs to Marion's car to jump in. Having interacted with Marion many times since the spring of 2022, I can say without reservation that she is extremely well-qualified to take care of dogs. She is also a great communicator, prompt, reliable and of course, kind. It's been my pleasure (and Chloe's) to know Marion. We look forward to seeing her, as usual, when she is home on breaks from college. Sincerely, Beth Butler”
Shane C.
“Shane is a fantastic dog caretaker - he has been immensely helpful with my partner's dog and my own dog as well. I know he has many years experience caring for dogs and cats. My dog can be fairly reactive to people who come into our home, but Shane demonstrates an intuitive ability to meet her where she's at unflinchingly. She immediately calmed down, which is very unusual for her with most visitors. Shane would make a great dog walker with other dogs, and I imagine other typically-skittish dogs like my own will respond particularly well to his presence!”
Colleen K.Star Sitter
“More than amazing! She was always there to take care of the pups! Completely understanding the needs and the job, very professional/reasonable. I haven’t been able to leave my 3 dogs in some time, but now we have someone to count on and trust. Thank you for being great and there for our fur babies.”
Will T.
“Will is wonderful with our dog and wonderful to work with. He even organized a doggie play date for our dog with a neighbor dog. So creative and going the extra mile.”
Jessica R.
“Great communication! Jessica was great and sent the cutest picture of our puppy :)”
Dale T.Star Sitter
“Dale is a wonderful pet caregiver. My elderly pet needed special care and attention and Dale really helped ease my concern leaving her. I highly recommend Dale. She is kind, attentive and responsive.”
Athena C.
“Athena is a patient and gentle hands-on pet carer. She watched my dogs numerous times and they always leave happy and well played/rested! She took wonderful care of my 3 senior dogs and kept me updated throughout their stay. She treated my dogs as her own and my dogs really love her! I'd book her any time I need a pet sitter.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Newington 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 169 pet sitters in Newington. 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, 90% of Newington pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Newington.
Rover makes it easy to find Newington 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 169 pet sitters in Newington 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.
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