House Sitting in West River, New Haven, CT

“Bianca came through for us and saved the day when our sitter became ill and was not able to get to our fur babies . We are in Italy and imagine waking up to a text at 3am saying “ I can’t make it over tonight “ I left messages for people who I knew would be comfortable attending to them as one is a HUGE big baby but sounds like he will eat you alive if you enter the house . I then threw it out to a Few sitters on Rover and Bianca answered , worked with me on my needs and went promptly to see our crew . She took pics and even our shy little Pom seemed to like her . Our boys were happy and she made me feel a lot better . I am very happy to know I have someone else to contact to help with our babies . I can not thank her enough ! Truly …”

“Olivia was great! She kept us updated on her stay with our dog Bowie and respected our home as if it were her own. We highly recommend her services!”

“Brandon was fantastic! He watched our dog at our house while we were away for 5 days. He sent lots of photos and updates, and he also asked questions about our dog’s routine and behavior to make sure she was doing ok. We will definitely contact him again next time we’re looking for a dog sitter!”

“Amber was a wonderful caregiver to our dog Tuna, and went above and beyond when it came to dealing with some medical issues which came up after the initial booking.”

“Heather was a wonderful care taker for our elderly pup Marley. She put our worried minds at ease by updating us throughout the weekend. We would definitely use her again in a heartbeat! Thanks again Heather!”

“Doc (Kris) is seriously next level as a human being. I was honored and excited when she asked me to write a quick testimonial for her on here. Buckle up though because there’s nothing quick about all I could say on her behalf. She has been my Dad’s heart doctor for a few years now. One time when he was admitted to the hospital she even went to his house since he lives close by to her office ( I live out in NJ with my wife and young kids which as you can imagine is extremely difficult to coordinate). She really helped him and our family out a lot by taking his dog Ringo out for walks and kept him and his cat fed and healthy on her own time like on lunch breaks and before/after work since he lives close by to her main office. She really goes above and beyond for everyone. Definitely few and far between to know people like her . We feel so lucky to have her in our lives on so many levels. Truly a genuine caregiver in every way. She’s the best! (Pro tip: don’t let her know if you smoke because she WILL eventually wear you down to quit. Almost 4 months cigarette free for me now though!)”

“Steven & Claudia are the best! They genuinely care about my furbabies, have excellent communication, send lots of photos and updates, and leave my home neat and tidy. I highly recommend them!!!”

“We met Jen prior to her staying with our cat, Buddy and we knew she would be perfect. She was attentive, asked questions and she made us feel comfortable about watching Buddy. Jen sent photos and videos while we were gone and never left a doubt that she was the right choice to stay with our cat. We will certainly have her back.”

“James was great! My dog immediately loved him :) great at communicating and sharing pics during the day as well. I will definitely be using James again!”

“Lindsay was wonderful and helped me out by house sitting at last minute. Would recommend!”

“Matt was/is amazing! A true hidden gem or maybe not so hidden but either way I'm glad I found him. His immediate calming demeanor was just what my semi high strung energetic dog needed, as well as my timid cat. He was flexible, punctual, incredibly kind, and went above and beyond while caring for my fur babies. It made being away from them that much easier as my mind and heart were at peace. He also sent me lots of photos of them which always brightens my day when I'm away from them. I could not recommend Matt enough.”

“Nancy took such great care of our two pups and our house. We were in regular contact with her while we were gone and she sent us several "pupdates" to let us know Sophie and Loki were happy. We'll definitely be rebooking her for future vacations and will recommend her highly to our friends who are looking for a dog sitter.”

“It’s hard to go away when you have a senior dog who is arthritic, deaf and can’t see. It’s a huge comfort to know that he and our other pup are being looked after by someone as caring as Heather. She is the best!”

“Highly recommend! It takes a leap of faith to have someone stay in your home but Melanie was super transparent and communicative. She reached out when things weren’t going perfectly so we could come to resolutions together, which really built trust. Our lil doggo was happy and healthy when we got home after 9 days.”

“Francesca took great care of our senior dog who is on multiple medications. She was kind, punctual and responsive! We look forward to Francesca taking care of our pup again.”

“I was happy to meet Kav and felt really good about leaving her to house sit with my socially anxious pup, Zoie. Zoie warmed up to Kav surprisingly quickly which was a relief! Kav is obviously comfortable and experienced with dogs and I will definitely be reaching out to utilize her services again.”

“Pauline is so phenomenal with my dogs. She sent me multiple photos and videos, which I absolutely love. She is patient and caring with them. She is also very responsive and attentive to detail. This is my second time using her for dog sitting and I hope to be able to use her again for dog sitting needs.”

“Leany was wonderful and did a great job watching our girls. She was responsive and did a great job documenting their daily activities. She was also very conscious leaving our house just as it was when she started.”

“I am writing to highly recommend Krystle and Hanna for the position of pet sitter. I have had the pleasure of knowing Krystle since we became classmates at Yale School of Management, and then subsequently her wife, Hanna and during this time, I have come to appreciate their genuine love for animals and their responsible nature. Krystle and Hanna have consistently demonstrated their exceptional care for my Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Ginny. Their interactions are a testament to Krystle and Hanna’s dedication; they encourage Ginny in playful activities like fetch, give her attentive belly rubs, and and ensure that all of Ginny’s needs are met with great care and consideration. I am confident that Krystle and Hanna will bring the same level of commitment and affection to any pet they look after.”

About: Hi! I’m Ariana, and I moved to the area about 7 months ago. Now that I'm fully settled in, I’m excited to start offering pet walking and sitting services again. Back in my hometown, I gained plenty of experience caring for and walking both dogs and cats, and I’ve worked with animals in a range of settings. I’m currently a full-time veterinary technician, so I’m comfortable and confident handling animals and understanding their behavior. If your pet needs medication, nail trims, or extra care, I’m more than capable of providing that as part of my services. I can’t wait to meet your furry family members! I’m currently working full time as a veterinary technician therefore my availability is evenings and weekends. However, we can always work something out if needed. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I prioritize their comfort, safety, and routine. I follow any specific instructions provided to keep their environment familiar and stress-free, including feeding, exercise, and playtime schedules. I make sure they have clean water, a tidy space, and plenty of mental and physical engagement. For cats, I’m diligent about litter box maintenance, and for dogs, I ensure regular walks and outdoor time as requested. If medication or special care is needed, I administer it with gentle handling and attention to detail. My goal is to give pets a calm, positive experience while keeping them comfortable in their own home.