House Sitting in West Haven

About: Hello! I pride myself in being a caring, devoted, and detail oriented caretaker. I will care for your pets as my own, making sure to get to know their individual personalities and needs. I’ve been passionate about animal care since I was a kid probably because we were not allowed to have pets in our apartment complex growing up. Even so, I found ways to be around animals by volunteering at animal shelters and caring for friends and family’s pets. Of course, I jumped at the opportunity to have my own pets. Now I live with my cat Ginger (calico) and dog Trixie (pitbull), the sweetest girls! Outside my experience caring for my own pets and pet sitting for friends and family, I have also been a foster parent for the past two years which has taught me the value of patience and thinking quick on my feet. I have seen how startling and terrifying it is for pets to be alone and in new environments. I make every effort to help them feel comfortable and slowly come out of their shells. As your sitter I take the same approach. My goal is to help your furry family member feel and be safe while you are away. Fun fact: I have also volunteered at a barn sanctuary so k have some experience caring for horses, pigs, and goats! I am happy to set up a meet and greet before officially sitting to ensure you feel at ease and so that I can get to know your pet. I will follow instructions as listed and send a daily photo and update. I am responsive and committed to making sure you and your pet both feel supported and cared for. I am a graduate student so my schedule is quite flexible except for the days I am teaching but even on those days I am free early in the morning around 6am and in the evening around 5pm. To ensure I am meeting your standards I schedule meet and greets in advance of any official sitting. This allows me to get to know your pet but also get a sense of where things are in your home and any major things to avoid. At every visit, I make sure food and water bowls are full, litter boxes are clean, potty breaks have been taken, and last but not least that some play time is incorporated!

About: As a dog owner of 7 years, I know that our pets are part of the family. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet. I try to remain patient and attentive to make sure your pet feels comfortable and cared for. Although I work full-time (8:00–5), I provide reliable pet care mornings, evenings, and on weekends. I can provide consistent and attentive care for your pets. I understand that a pet’s home is their sanctuary and remain mindful when caring for them. I ensure your home and your loved one is treated with care and respect.

About: Caring for animals has been a constant part of my life. I grew up in a home that always had two dogs at a time, and before moving out, my family had raised six wonderful dogs together. From energetic pups to older companions, I’ve experienced the full range of what it means to care for dogs through different stages of life. I currently share my home with two special-needs cats, which has taught me patience, attentiveness, and the importance of understanding each animal’s unique personality and needs. Managing medications, monitoring behavior changes, and creating a calm, safe environment are all things I take seriously. My primary goal when caring for your pet is simple: I want them to feel happy, secure, and relaxed while you’re away. I also know how important peace of mind is for owners. I’m communicative, reliable, and happy to provide updates so you can feel confident your pet is safe and cared for. I treat every animal with gentleness, respect, and the kind of attention I would want for my own pets. I work remotely in IT for a nonprofit organization, which gives me a very flexible weekday schedule. Because I work from home, I’m able to provide consistent supervision, regular potty breaks, and plenty of attention throughout the day. I genuinely enjoy having some furry company during the week. Whether that means a midday walk to break up my workday or a fuzzy companion nearby while I’m at my desk. Pet care fits naturally into my routine, and I’m happy to structure my schedule around walks, feeding times, medication needs, or check-ins. Your pet won’t be left alone for long stretches, and you can expect consistent updates while you’re away. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect your routines and instructions carefully. I follow feeding schedules, medication needs, walking routines, and house rules closely so your pet’s world feels as consistent and familiar as possible while you’re away. I also provide regular updates so you can feel confident everything is going smoothly. If your pet stays in my home, their comfort and safety are my top priorities. They will have their own dedicated space in my finished basement office that is clean, hazard-free, and separate from my cats. This allows visiting pets to relax without feeling overwhelmed, and ensures everyone stays safe and stress-free. The space includes a comfortable couch just for them, plenty of room to stretch out, and a calm environment away from household noise. I’m home during the day, so they’ll receive regular supervision, potty breaks, playtime, and attention, balanced with quiet time to rest.

About: I’ve been caring for cats since I was 10 years old, and over the years I’ve also pet-sat for friends and neighbors — looking after both their cats and dogs. From daily walks and grooming to playtime and companionship, I truly enjoy keeping pets happy, healthy, and comfortable. I also have a Shiba Inu of my own, so I understand how much love, energy, and attention pets need. I regularly handle vet visits, grooming appointments, and all the daily care that comes with keeping a dog active and well-behaved. I’m friendly, reliable, and trustworthy, and I take pride in providing dependable, careful care to both pets and their owners. My services include in-home pet sitting, workday check-ins, feedings, and cleaning litter boxes, cages, and kennels — everything your pet needs to feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. 🐾 I’m usually available at any time to care for pets. I have a flexible schedule with my other job, which allows me to easily adjust and accommodate the needs of both my clients and their pets. I always respect my clients’ home rules and make sure their pets do too, providing the same level of care, structure, and attention whether the owner is home or away.

“Taresh is kind and took great care of our beagle mix puppy. Would recommend and book again.”

Kristen M.

“Heather was absolutely wonderful with our dog and extremely communicative throughout all of her visits. We will definitely be using her services again in the future and can’t recommend her enough.”

Mike D.

“Jordan is fabulous. We had to book a house sitter at the last minute and Jordan responded quickly. We did a meet greet at our home with her and the dogs and we knew immediately Jordan was going to do awesome. She of took great care of our little guys and our house. Jordan is friendly, attentive to the dogs, and super easy to work with. She communicated throughout her stay giving us peace of mind knowing the dogs and our home were being well cared for. We will definitely use Jordan again !”

Leslie C.

“Emily is amazing !! She was able to dog sit for us on Easter while we attended a wedding!! She communicated with us through out the day, sent pictures of Panda! We felt so at ease knowing Panda was in great hands!! We will definitely continue to use Emily!”

Jaslyn C.

About: I can't imagine my life without animals. My family has owned several different species of animals since I was born, and I now own a standard poodle and domestic short hair cat. I understand they are not just an animal, but a member of the family who needs to be treated as such. I am comfortable walking, grooming, and feeding any size and aged dog. Walking can either be at a slow pace, or jogging, I just have to be informed prior. If I am dog sitting, I will be sure to give extra pets and loving to each animal, and can also groom the dog if requested. Looking for consistent clients.

“Marie was wonderful for taking care of my baby for 3 hours while I left work from home to attend a meeting. They played games, went outside, and sent me a lovely update with photos.”

Andrew S.

“I was so impressed with Heather. She did a great job with my two furbabies (two small dogs). I was so nervous to leave them, but she took excellent care of them. She was commmunicative and responsive the entire stay. My younger dog can struggle to warm up to new people, but she was incredible with him- he clearly liked her a lot. Heather was also flexible about changing the booking dates around so that I could spend more time with my dying parent. It meant the world to me to be able to spend an extra day at home. She also kept the apartment clean and tidy and even washed the sheets for me. I was so grateful and appreciative for Heather’s help with my dogs while I was away. Would definitely use her again for future pet sitting needs!”

Sarah F.

“Alexander took good care of Ruger and the house was in great shape when we returned. We had an unexpected family issue that delayed our departure and Alexander was very understanding as we needed some extra time to get together for our trip.”

Tonya C.

“Karina and Teresa, both came to hang with our pups during Christmas while we took a day trip to visit family. Not only did they come in clutch with accepting the kinda-last-minute holiday need, but they were PERFECT for our dogs. They were super communicative and kind and from the minute they met our dogs, till the moment we got home, our dogs loved them and we knew they were in good hands. I’d say book them immediately, but we also selfishly want them all to ourselves! You can’t go wrong with trusting Karina and Teresa with your babies ❤️”

Mariah K.

About: I've been a dog owner for the last 20 years. All my dogs have been rescues, several have been shy dogs that needed extra TLC. I have a special talent connecting with shy dogs and helping them come out of their shell. I also love working with extroverted dogs who love to play and interact. I have a full-time mostly WFH job. I'm available for after-hour drop ins and walks, weekend visits, overnights, and boarding. I know how hard it can be to find petcare (especially during off hours) and I'd like to help with that. My home is safe and secure with a small fenced in backyard away from the road. I have two dogs to keep your pets company. I can help with crating your dog as well. Our home is quiet, serene, and private.

About: Hello there. I have been boarding dogs for over 10 years and have many regular customers. Before that I always had a dog. I am a dog lover that will treat your dog like my own. I have decided not to board dogs and stay at owners home from now on. Also I do dog walking. Safety is my number one priority while dog sitting and dog walking. I also take the dogs for daily walk. You can relax and go on vacation and know your dog is well taken care for. I send updates via text with pictures and videos to my customers so they can be sure their pup is having just as fun during his week as the client is. Looking for a mature, responsible house sitter, that does it all... look no further, send me a text. Look forward to hearing from you! I work another job part time so I am flexible when it comes down to scheduling walks or dog sitting overnight. I only work 20 hours a week I make sure dogs are well fed and get plenty of exercise. I spend at least a half hour with the dogs from drop in visits

About: We are kinda new to this but we are willing to pet sit and do any tasks you ask of us that are within reason. My wife has owned a lot of pets and so have I. I’ve had 3 dogs and 2 cats and one lived for almost all my life so we both love animals and will treat them with the best care. We are currently looking for jobs and we have a happy life and are willing to start petsitting your pets anytime you need us. We are actually autistic. We have owned a lot of pets and we take extra care of our pets. We will do the best we can to take care of your animals. :)

“It was great to meet Liza today—my pup really enjoyed her walk!”

Taylor Y.

“Angelica was the best cat sitter I’ve ever had. She was professional, sweet, sent me daily beautiful pictures of my cat, and even drew her and sent me the drawing and THEN had the drawing put professional on a bag as a gift for me!!! It was the sweetest thing ever so so so long of her. Really recommend her to anyone!! ”

Jenny V.

“Eliana did a great job! Very communicative, professional, and friendly. We would love to have her return in the future!”

Shayna S.

“This was our second time having Alexia stay with our dog and it was another wonderful experience! Great communication and we got daily photos. A+”

Jessica C.