Pet Boarding West Hartford
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About: Your dog is more than a pet — they’re family. We provide a warm, loving, and secure environment where your furry friend feels safe, happy, and cared for. Whether you’re away for a day or a week, you can rest easy knowing your dog is in trusted hands, getting belly rubs, playtime, and the personal attention they deserve. Because peace of mind isn’t a luxury — it’s a promise. Consider me as your on-call pet sitter. I have currently moved to California all the way from the east coast. Whenever you need me, I’m here ! How I Care for Pets in Your Home – With Safety, Trust, and Comfort at the Heart of It All When I care for your pets, whether I’m house sitting, walking them, or simply dropping in, their safety and comfort are my top priorities. I understand that every pet has a unique routine, personality, and needs — and I take the time to learn and follow your instructions closely to ensure they feel secure and loved in your absence. In your home, I maintain a calm, respectful presence, keeping your pet’s environment clean, stress-free, and familiar. I provide regular walks, playtime, feeding, medication (if needed), and gentle companionship, always with an eye on their behavior and well-being. For drop-ins and walks, I show up reliably and treat your pet like my own — keeping them on safe routes, away from hazards, and paying close attention to their body language and comfort. I always prioritize secure leash handling, water breaks, and positive reinforcement. Your trust means everything to me, and I care for your pets and home with professionalism, love, and integrity.
“Araceli is an amazing pet sitter! Our little guy can be grumpy & challenging at times, but Araceli was so patient & caring with him! We are so thankful to have found someone who understands the quirks of small dogs!!”
About: I provide loving, attentive pet care, ensuring pets feel safe, comfortable, and happy while maintaining routines, exercise, feeding schedules, individualized attention, and clear owner communication. (Bilingual) Habló español Pet care fits into my routine part-time and per diem, allowing me to dedicate quality time, flexibility, and focused attention to each pet without feeling rushed. I follow each pet’s routine closely, including feeding, walks, playtime, and rest. I keep environments clean, safe, calm, and provide regular updates to owners for peace of mind.
About: I have over 5 years of experience caring for dogs, cats, and other pets. I provide dog walking, drop-in visits, overnight care, pet transportation, feeding, playtime, and medication administration when needed. I understand that every pet has their own personality and routine, and I always strive to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their family is away. I truly enjoy meeting new pets and caring for them as if they were my own.🐾❤️ Pet care is already a part of my daily routine, and I do my best to accommodate each pet's individual needs. I offer dog walking, drop-in visits, overnight stays, pet taxi services, and care for both dogs and cats. Since my availability can vary, please feel free to send me a message with your requested dates, times, and care needs. I respond promptly and will let you know as quickly as possible if I am available and how I can help. I I provide a safe, calm, and loving environment for every pet in my care. I carefully follow each owner's instructions regarding feeding, medications, exercise, and routines. I pay close attention to behavior changes and make sure pets always have fresh water, a clean space, and plenty of affection. Whether in my home or yours, I treat every pet as if they were my own.
“I can’t say enough about Dyan. She watched my senior blind, deaf toy poodle and took such great care of him. Dyan went out of her way to try to make him as comfortable as possible. You could tell she really loves dogs. I was so fortunate to find her. I would highly recommend Dyan to anyone.”
“My dog has bad separation anxiety so it’s very hard for me to leave her with anyone, let alone someone new! Janelle was great! She sent me daily updates and pictures and made phoebe feel loved. Soon after I left her there, my worries went away. I will definitely leave her with Janelle again!”
About: Caring for animals has been a lifelong passion of mine. I’ve had and cared for animals for most of my life. About ten years ago I fostered for 8 years, I’ve fostered both healthy and sick cats and dogs. During that time, I provided love, comfort, and the special attention each animal needed to thrive. For the last two years, I’ve also been caring for other people’s pets, treating each one as if they were my own. My clients consistently give me great reviews, noting my reliability, compassion, and deep understanding of animal behavior. Animals have always held a special place in my heart, and ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being is something I take great pride in. I have a flexable private practice and love to take walks and cuddle with the animals. Care for pets fit in well. I love traveling to peoples homes mostly in the work I do. I care for pets by following their established routines and providing a safe, calm, and attentive environment. In my home, I make sure pets have a clean, pet-proofed space with plenty of supervision, regular potty breaks, exercise, and enrichment. I follow all feeding instructions carefully, administer medication if needed, and ensure pets get appropriate playtime, rest, and affection. In a client’s home, I respect the pet’s normal schedule to minimize stress. This includes feeding, walks or litter care, playtime, medication, and companionship. I also keep the home tidy, bring in mail or packages if requested, and provide regular updates with photos so owners feel confident their pet is happy and well cared for. Across all services, I prioritize safety, positive reinforcement, cleanliness, and clear communication with pet owners.
“Amber was very well taken care of. She had all the physical exertion a retriever needs, in a large fenced backyard, and in the great company of two younger and friendly dogs owned by Erica.”
“I believe my dog had a good time thank you so much again. He is an amazing sitter and your dog will be in great care. Just don’t book him when I need him 😂. Honest guy and loves what he does.”
“Jennifer was an excellent dog sitter and incredibly communicative throughout Chewie’s stay. She sent us plenty of pictures and even a video, which made us feel completely at ease while we were away on our three-day trip. It was clear that Chewie was in excellent hands and genuinely loved spending time with Jennifer and her family. By the end of his stay, we were fairly certain he wasn’t going to want to come home with us! 😊 We would absolutely trust Jennifer with Chewie again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable dog sitter.”
About: I have experience with animals who have special needs. It can be stressful thinking about leaving your pet. Especially if they are on a special diet or in need of medication. I know how important this is to follow. I work full time with 2 days off a week. However, I live just 10 minutes away from work. I am able to check on your pet during my lunch break. I only take one animal in at a time, unless they are from the same household. I live in a condo. We have plenty of sidewalks and grass areas to walk your fur baby. I will make sure they have their feedings, and leave out water during the day. We will watch TV together in the evening. At bedtime I allow the animal to sleep in bed with me. I want your pet to feel like this is their second home.
“Deuce can sometimes get a bit of separation anxiety when he leaves his family. He, however, was so comfortable with Maggie and Moose that he forgot about us and anxiety was gone! Maggie updated us and sent pics throughout Deuce's stay. We plan on using Maggie when we go on our next family vacation. Great job!”
“This was the first dog sitting experience for our standard poodle Belle. We're very happy with how it turned out. Belle had a great stay with Margaret and an adventure spending the week with her dog Maple. Belle is a picky eater and Margaret kept us up to date on how she was eating through the rover chat. We also enjoyed getting the daily updates with pictures of Belle and Maple together.”
About: I love pets, they are the cutest addition to our lives. I have a dog of my own, she is 2 1/2 years old, very playful and friendly. I have had pets since childhood and love taking care of them, we have a house and a fenced yard, hence your pup is safe to play outdoors whenever they want. They are allowed on furniture too. Will love to take care of your precious little baby 😊 I work from home few times a week and my mom stays at home full time, so someone is always there to play with your pups and to take care of them. I have a fenced yard so they are safe when playing outdoors, I can take them on walks weather permitting, if they like to sleep in their crate they can do so too, potty breaks according to their schedule and have fun indoors. Will love to give them a safe place when they’re away from home 🏡
“I couldn’t be happier with Nancy and Steve as dog hosters. Pepto had so much fun with them my husband and I joked we thought she’d refuse to come home with us when we went to pick her up. Nancy sent adorable photos and info about Pepto throughout the stay. We will definitely rebook in the future with this lovely couple.”
About: Hi, I am a work from home college student, I have been pet sitting for over 4 years and I have a loving toy cockapoo of my own. I have a large fenced in yard along with plenty of indoor space for cuddles, lounging, and running around. I follow pet parents routine for walk/eating allowing with optional photos/videos. I look forward to hosting your pet where dogs become family I work from home part time so I am always here with a flexible schedule to do walks, take breaks, and keep an eye on our furry friends! I have a large fenced in yard, my care depends on the pets needs, so weather they like long walks, cuddles, lounging on couch or deck, there needs will be catered to and pets will be well taken care of:)
“Molly is wonderful - She watched Harlo for us for 9 days and we were so happy that we found someone we felt so comfortable with. Harlo has some anxiety issues especially with new people but Molly was patient and great with him . Would recommend Molly to anyone looking for someone great to care for their dog !”
“Amazing job!! She took care of my Luna with love and care. Luna came back so tired and sleepy. She has been sleeping for 2 days now, so she must of really worked her and played with her. You can tell she had a really good time over there”
The median cost per night for pet boarding in West Hartford is €50
Pet parents share their Rover experiences - West Hartford
My family and I went out of town for a week, and Valeria watched our 11-week-old puppy, who can definitely be a handful! She did a fantastic job. She was extremely communicative and reliable, and our puppy seemed happy and very well taken care of the entire time. Valeria was incredibly attentive to everything that comes with caring for a new puppy, which gave us a lot of peace of mind while we were away. We had a great experience and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable and caring. We will absolutely trust Valeria with our puppy again in the future!
Molly is wonderful - She watched Harlo for us for 9 days and we were so happy that we found someone we felt so comfortable with. Harlo has some anxiety issues especially with new people but Molly was patient and great with him . Would recommend Molly to anyone looking for someone great to care for their dog !
Chris is great! I was worried bc my 1 year old golden retriever has tons of energy and sometimes other dogs have a issue with that but Chris send me quite a few pics over the weekend and said my baby did great with the pack! She looked very happy…love the dogs have freedom around his house and the big yard! I definitely recommend!!
Natalia is very nice & was extremely accommodating in our last minute request for boarding. Our 2 kittens, almost 4 months old, really seemed to enjoy their stay at Natalia's after an initial adjustment period of being in a new environment. Natalia also had her 2 daughters periodically play with our kittens & they liked that too. We would definitely rebook boarding our kittens again with Natalia in the future!
I highly recommend Klaudia. She did a great job with our dog, Macy. Klaudia has a kind family and two sweet dogs of her own. She sent several pictures, which I loved. I could tell our dog was comfortable and happy with Klaudia. I was worried Macy may not want to come home with us! We will definitely be coming back in the future.
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The average cost for Pet Boarding in West Hartford on Rover is $47.38 per night (as of September 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.
Rover makes budgeting the cost of Pet Boarding easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Pet Boarding. For more information on service fees, click here .
There are 913 sitters on Rover for Pet Boarding in West Hartford. About 92% of West Hartford sitters can respond to requests in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re planning ahead for holidays, need last-minute care, or need same-day coverage for an urgent trip, you can message multiple sitters at once to find available care.
Once you find the right match, you can arrange a Meet & Greet to ensure they are a perfect fit for your pet’s personality before confirming.
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.
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 Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.
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 Rover's Trust & Safety page .
While each sitter sets their own vaccine requirements, staying up-to-date on your dog’s vaccines is the best way to be "boarding ready". Vaccinations help create a safe environment for all pets under a sitter’s care.
Many sitters in CT ask that dogs be up to date on core vaccines like the Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus, Bordetella, and Rabies. Cats may be required to have Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis and Rabies up to date.
By discussing your pet's health history early, you’re adding a layer of confidence for you and your sitter before the booking begins.
Emergency support is available by phone or email in English 24/7. When an incident occurs, we recommend that sitters contact our Trust & Safety team immediately so that they can connect your sitter with a board-certified veterinarian or offer other resources to help.
If a sitter needs to cancel at the last minute, Rover’s reservation protection means our team will work with you to find a suitable replacement as quickly as possible.
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