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Sitter Profile Image: Sandra D.
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Sandra D.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 34 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
North Haven, CT, 06473

“Sandy was super accommodating, responsive and very sweet. I could tell she really listened to my detailed instructions for both my dogs haha would definitely book again!”

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Sophia I.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 26 reviews
11 repeat clients
7 years of experience
North Haven, CT, 06473

“Amazing !!!!! She took care of Bentley today , she was on time . She took a lot of videos of my boy . She took him out , play with him . She is awesome 👏. Great communication as well . Couldn’t be better . Super satisfied with Sophia 🔥👏🐶”

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Eileen M.
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$19
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41 repeat clients
27 years of experience
North Haven, CT, 06473

About: I am a veterinary nurse as well as a certified dog trainer. I love animals of all shapes and sizes and will treat your pup as one of my own! I work from home. I do virtual dog training sessions and only work one day out of the house, so very easy for me to take care of your pup in between sessions. We have a fenced in yard with plenty of toys as well as going for daily walks in our very safe neighborhood. I also have two very friendly medium size pups who love to play.

Sitter Profile Image: Kimberly G.
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Kimberly G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
4 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Durham, CT, 06422

“So happy we found Kimberly to take care of our fur baby. She is loving, reliable, and responsible... we trust her implicitly! She even sent us fantastic pictures which was so nice. I highly recommend her. You will be worry free.”

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Jessica S.
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$20
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15 years of experience
North Haven, CT, 06473

About: I’ve grown up around dogs my entire life and have experience caring for dogs of all different sizes, breeds, and personalities. I’ve always loved spending time with dogs and making sure they feel comfortable, happy, and cared for. I also have experience caring for dogs while babysitting for families, including feeding them, taking them outside, playing with them, and giving them plenty of attention. I’m responsible, dependable, and would love the opportunity to help care for your dog like they’re my own! I’m currently a graduate student, so I have a pretty flexible schedule with plenty of openings between my classes. This gives me a lot of availability throughout the week, and I’m happy to work around your schedule and your pet’s normal routine! I always want pets to feel safe and comfortable around me. I allow each animal to move at their own pace when getting to know me and give them the time and space they need to build trust. I never force interactions and will always respect your pet’s boundaries while making sure they feel cared for and loved.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney W.
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Courtney W.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Branford, CT, 06405

“Courtney is an absolutely wonderful, trustworthy, caring cat-sitter. I feel incredibly lucky to have found her and to continue working with her as my periodic sitter. She has a lovely presence and a calming energy that my cats absolutely gravitate to--she immediately gained their trust and mine. Courtney is responsive and communicative, which really sets me at ease--especially when I've needed to take longer trips away from my two cats. I cannot recommend her more highly!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Ash L.
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Ash L.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 21 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Guilford, CT, 06437

About: I've pet-sat for dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, and guinea pigs since 2001. My sittings have ranged from a few hours to two weeks. I've sat for family, friends, and many parents here on Rover. My family has included two cats, Cleopatra and Caesar, and dogs Valentine, Athos, and Teddy. My goal as a sitter is to offer stability and enrichment while their parent is away. I'm available for drop-ins and overnights and happy to care for your home during the stay, watering plants, etc. My schedule is very flexible outside of my 9-5 at Yale. Why I love pet sitting Who doesn't love some fuzzy company? And I understand from watching our family pets how disorienting a kennel can be. In-home sitting puts pets (and you!) at ease when you're away, so they can enjoy the "vacation" just as much as you can! My experience administering medication I've given pill medication via pill packs and oral liquid medication via syringe. If your dog requires medication, happy to discuss. (In case you're wondering why my testimonials haven't been updated recently, it's because I took a break from Rover to be more available to sit for family and friends. Sadly, some of those lovely pets have passed away now. It means though that I have the availability to return to Rover and I'm happy to be back!) In my initial meeting with a family, I like to get a sense of the pet's routine to determine if I can recreate that for them while their parent is away. My schedule, aside from my 9-5, is dictated by the pet's needs. I prefer to care for a pet in their own home. Before accepting a new client, I like to meet the pet and the parent(s) to make sure we're all vibing. I determine routine/schedule/likes/dislikes with the parent(s) in advance and stay in touch if something needs to deviate, which is rare.

Sitter Profile Image: Jasmine C.
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Jasmine C.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06518

“Jasmine was great and quick to respond to questions and provided detailed visit notes each time! My dog was in such good hands with her check ins.”

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Cory S.
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$17
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 1 review
2 years of experience
Branford, CT, 06405

About: I have had dogs my whole life. I have two adult dogs now with my wife that I have raised since they were puppies. I have experience with rescue dogs also. I currently have a flexible schedule, so I have a full day available to help with all of your pet’s needs. I am available during the week and weekend. I can take them for walks, outdoor breaks, and playtime whenever needed. I am great at staying on an animal’s schedule and can be available to help at any time! I take your pet’s needs and happiness seriously.

Sitter Profile Image: Ally K.
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Ally K.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 60 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Middletown, CT, 06457

“Ally formed a great bond with our cat and was very attentive to his needs. She updated us with pictures every visit and went above and beyond during our 2 week vacation.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Gabriel M.
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Gabriel M.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
North Haven, CT, 06473

About: I’ve taken care of animals, especially dogs all my life. Have family with farms that i have helped with as well. So i’ll make sure your dog is being well taken care of. I’m available any day of the week and weekends as well. Anything else you might need just text/call and we can discuss further details, thanks. I have the backyard partly fenced. Won’t be able to get to front yard unless he/she go’s a certain way, but ill always supervise when i let your pup out. Can set up a runner if needed. Very big back yard with river in the back.

Sitter Profile Image: Jen N.
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Jen N.
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$27
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 478 reviews
133 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Edgewood, New Haven, CT, 06511

“Jen has now looked after two "generations" of my cats, and she seemed to know exactly what I needed to see of my kitten during my first long trip away. (Lots of amazing action shots and some videos!) I wouldn't even consider anyone else as a Rover. Thank you Jen! ❤️”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaitlin R.
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Kaitlin R.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 8 reviews
1 repeat client
11 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06517

“Very responsive and great care for our cat!”

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Isabella R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 30 reviews
8 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Guilford, CT, 06437

“We love continuing to book Bella. She is so accommodating, responsible, and trustworthy. We could not be more comfortable with any other sitter in our home and looking after our cat. She is so gentle and patient with our scaredy cat. He has really grown to love her and come out of his shell with her. Thank you so much Bella! Ru looks forward to seeing you soon!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Lady C.
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Lady C.
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$25
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10 years of experience
East Haven, CT, 06512

About: I understand the importance of finding a reliable , caring and loving person to take care of our fur babies, I have one myself! 😺🐈 I'm dedicating completely to taking care of fur babies during the week and weekends when available for feedings, playtime and walks. Contact me for availability. I will be available for pet care at clients home. I feel and think our pets will be more comfortable in their home environment. 😉

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Jordan S.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 32 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06514

“Jordan did a really nice job looking after my cats! I appreciated how communicative she was and her adorable pictures of them while I was away.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Mikayla & Justin W.
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Mikayla & Justin W.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 31 reviews
12 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Wooster Square, New Haven, CT, 06511

“Mikayla and Justin are simply great. They took great care of my dog Thelma, who can be very skiddish as she is a rescue. Mikayla and Justin spent ample time letting Thelma warm up to them before taking her out for a walk. I would 10/10 recommend them for any pet care and I will definitely be booking them again for Thelma!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Claudia C.
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Claudia C.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 4 reviews
10 years of experience
Branford, CT, 06405

“Claudia was flexible about scheduling and met with me due to a last minute change in my travel plans wherein I could not take my dog with me. That in itself was a game changer. An added bonus was that my dog bonded with her almost instantly. My girl is usually very protective of our home but Claudia was great with her. Even my cat, who is extremely timid and usually hides until new people are gone, came out to check Claudia out which speaks volumes about her caring connection with animals. Claudia sent me wonderful photos daily of her outings with my dog, who looked very happy, giving me such peace of mind. Claudia is a very good communicator, making sure of my return date, where to leave the keys, and feeding schedules. She is trustworthy and all was in order when I returned. I was so pleased with her service.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Zuleima V.
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Zuleima V.
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$29
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5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
18 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Hill, New Haven, CT, 06519

“This was Zulei’s second time taking care of Kobe and I couldn’t be happier! She’s so attentive and sends 3-4 pictures per walk with detailed write ups. Kobe had an upset stomach for a few days while we were on vacation and Zulei Took extra great care of him—I’m so grateful and will definitely leave Kobe in her care in the future.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan W.
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Megan W.
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$15
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13 years of experience
Hamden, CT, 06514

About: Growing up in a large household with a mini zoo of dogs, birds, fish, and rodents, I learned the magic and joy of caring for and forming a deep bond with many different kinds of companions. By high school, I was the neighborhood go-to pet sitter, trusted with everything from complex medication schedules and live reptile feedings to overnight house-sitting. Once I was licensed to drive, I was regularly taking packs of dogs on adventures to the park and wash station. Over the years, my hands-on experience has grown to cover a diverse range of animals and specialized needs: Birds: Hands-on experience caring for family birds from a young age, managing daily feeding, habitat maintenance, enrichment, and safe handling routines. Cats: Experience fostering and adopting, including bottle-feeding stray kittens and managing complex health conditions like FeLV, allergies, joint pain, anxiety, and digestive or urinary issues. Aquatics & Invertebrates: Deep knowledge in aquarium maintenance, specializing in aquatic invertebrates and peaceful community tanks. Experienced with land invertebrates including tarantulas, millipedes, Dubia roaches, and isopods. Reptiles and Amphibians: Experienced in handling and long-term holiday care for leopard geckos, iguanas, and tree frogs. Plant Care: Passionate plant parent for over a decade, specializing in tropical species and indoor herbs. Whether managing detailed medical routines or keeping exotic pets thriving, I like to focus on the small things that make a big difference in peace of mind and animal happiness. I'm open to anything, from as simple as feed and monitor drop-ins to detailed food intake notes and water quality testing. I look forward to giving pet parents that peace of mind that comes with an experienced and dedicated pet caregiver. I am currently studying to finish my degree and have availability for full time care needs on most weekdays and weekends starting from 8 am. I have a locked cabinet for small critters that is safe from our cats and gets multiple visits daily. I provide in home live or full diet feedings, regular environment checks, mistings, etc throughout the day. Play times, bathroom breaks, walks, and cuddles are the perfect transition between school assignments during full house time sitting. You can rest easy knowing that your pet will receive the most attentive care possible, both from home or away.

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The median cost per visit for pet sitting in Northford is $25

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Crystal was absolutely amazing!!!! She was attentive to detail, reliable, kind & professional! She truly went above and beyond! Plus her photos and updates were top tier! Lol I would highly recommend her for your pet sitting/dog walking needs!

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Kendra B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Crystal was more than accommodating with my last minute request. I can tell she really loves animals, she even took my dog on a walk at his request! Would definitely book again!!

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Mckenna T.
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The average cost of Pet Sitting in Northford is $18 per visit as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $13 and $29 per visit. On Rover, sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 2,968 sitters on Rover offering Pet Sitting across Northford. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

You and your sitter can agree on a care schedule that fits your pet’s routine and the sitter’s availability. Pet Sitting can be booked as a one-time or recurring drop-in visit. If you need overnight care or dog walks, you may also be able to book House Sitting or Dog Walking through Rover with the same sitter, provided they offer those services.

Before booking, confirm:

  • the timing, length, and frequency of visits;
  • the care instructions the sitter should follow;
  • which parts of your pet’s usual routine should be prioritized;
  • how often you would like to receive messages, photos, or other updates.

Not every sitter offers the same services, availability, or booking options. Review their profile and discuss the care you need through Rover before booking each service.

If you would like updates while you’re away, you can discuss with your sitter how many or how frequent you’d like those updates to be. The Rover app allows sitters to send photos, videos, and messages about your pet, including how many pee or poop breaks occurred. You can message your sitter at any time through the app and our support team is available 24/7 by email or chat if you have concerns.

The personalized, in-home nature of pet care through Rover can mean more individual attention for your pet.

Many pet parents provide a spare key or arrange a lockbox. You can also exchange keys during the Meet & Greet and show your walker how to use digital fobs or personalized codes. It helps to arrange access to your home, from spare keys to concierge introductions, before pet care begins.

If you live in an apartment or condo, don’t forget to discuss details like buzzer access, codes, or elevator etiquette. These details can help a pet sitter feel more comfortable going in and out of your building.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Northford. On Rover:

  • 89% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 92% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 95% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our tips for your first .

sitters on Rover set their own , which you can find on their profile under their contact information. Sitters may set a same-day, one-, three-, or seven-day cancellation policy. Cancelling within your sitter’s cancellation policy qualifies you for a full refund.

Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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