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Sitter Profile Image: Lauren R.
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1. Lauren R.

Every pet is unique 🐾
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475
5.2 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
7 repeat clients
from
$53
per night

Lauren was really sweet and took great care of Max. She sent photos and videos and kept us well-updated. We will definitely use her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Renana M.
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2. Renana M.

Rover 101
Must Love Dogs
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475
5.1 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
52 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

Renana is a kind, thoughtful, and fantastic. We left our “sensitive” jack russell, Barry, with her for the first time for one week. She is absolutely lovely with all the animals, and took very good care of our sweet Barry. We are very particular about who we leave Barry with since he is a rescue and has been through some trauma. I would never hesitate to leave him with Renana again. She was very attentive about reporting in and sending pictures of Barry. We give her five stars. ????? Thank you so much Renana for taking such good care of Barry. See you again soon. :-)

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Sitter Profile Image: Erica & Thomas C.
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3. Erica & Thomas C.

Family Love for your Pet
East Lyme, CT, 06333
8.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
117 reviews
53 repeat clients
from
$48
per night

I highly recommend Erica and Thomas! I was a bit hesitant at first since this was my first time booking with the app but I’m so happy I found Erica & Thomas. Great family, professional, loving and carrying. Highly recommend!

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Jo M.
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4. Mary Jo M.

Rover 101
Stay at home kid and dog mom!
Old Lyme, CT, 06371
4.6 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
111 reviews
43 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

Mary Jo took excellent care of Dexter!! All of his medicines and quirky maintenance items were taken care of. It was so nice to come back to him knowing he was well cared for.

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Sitter Profile Image: Amanda W.
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5. Amanda W.

Will love all pets! But no snakes!
Essex, CT, 06426
0.7 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
5 repeat clients
from
$36
per night

Amanda is amazing! Our senior pup was clearly well loved and doted after (and frankly, is probably dreaming about being able to go back to Amanda!). 100% recommend.

Sitter Profile Image: Laura C.
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6. Laura C.

Family loves puppies/small dogs!
East Haddam, CT, 06423
6.5 mi. away
Boarding, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
7 repeat clients
from
$45
per night

Laura went above and beyond to make sure our first time leaving our puppy went smoothly. From thorough communication before the booking, to updates during our vacation, it was such a relief to know that he was in good hands (and also having fun too)! If we travel again and need dog care, I will definitely be checking Laura's availability; I'm so glad I found her!

Sitter Profile Image: Chandra B.
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7. Chandra B.

Home away from home!!!
Chester, CT, 06412
4.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
from
$55
per night

Chandra was great with my Chihuahua. He got all the love he needed and then some. She sent pics while my dog was at her house and he seemed happy. I highly recommend Chandra.

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Sitter Profile Image: Heidi W.
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8. Heidi W.

Love to love your babies!!! 💕💕💕
Old Saybrook, CT, 06475
4.5 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
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$60
per night

Heidi has done a great job providing superior pet care service for out 2 corgi's Lexi & Max. They love her and look forward to her visits while their parents vacation! She is a great provider. You and your furry family members will take great pleasure in having her part of the extended family!!!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon C.
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9. Shannon C.

Trustworthy Animal Lover
Niantic, CT, 06357
8.8 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
17 repeat clients
from
$45
per night

Shannon was great! Super communicative with me, and the pictures she sent definitely helped ease my stress since this was my first time using the app and having him stay over someone’s house. He also got along with her pups right from the start, which was great!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kelcie A.
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10. Kelcie A.

Two fenced areas & indoor playroom
Higganum, CT, 06441
15.5 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
20 repeat clients
from
$37
per night

My 2 babies stayed with Kelcie for a week and were very much loved and taken care of. With daily checkins from Kelcie I was very relaxed and worry free on our vacation far from home. Kelcie has an obvious love for all animals. I will absolutely be booking again. Thank you Kelcie!

Sitter Profile Image: Melisa M.
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11. Melisa M.

Former vet tech now pet sitter
Killingworth, CT, 06419
9.8 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
22 repeat clients
from
$55
per night

Melissa was great with our Elderly Zoey dog! Her fenced in yard gave and her past experience as a vet tech gave us peace of mind while we were away for 7 days. We got pictures every day and she communicated well. Zoey was in great shape when we picked her up. She certainly made my girl comfortable!! I definitely recommend Melissa. Thank you Melissa!!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Cayton M.
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12. Cayton M.

CERT VET ASST,BEHAVIOR,HSUS RESCUE
Old Lyme, CT, 06371
4.5 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
72 reviews
36 repeat clients
from
$88
per night

Cayton was amazing with our 2 year old pointer, Arlo!!! He is extremely energetic and affectionate. Cayton took wonderful care of him and he came home happy and well exercised. Cayton is very knowledgeable about caring for dogs and we feel happy knowing we always have a place to leave our pup.

Sitter Profile Image: Julius G.
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13. Julius G.

Family w/ large yard & country home
Deep river, CT, 06417
5.8 mi. away
Boarding
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

Julius and his family were great! He was very communicative, sent lots of pictures, and let me know she was settling in and doing well. His daughter was my pup's bestie and snuggle-buddy while we were away! His dog Bear is such a patient friend too -- well mannered, sweet, and a calming presence for anxious dogs (like mine!). Definitely recommend.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ariel T.
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14. Ariel T.

Luxury Farm Experience one Acre Lot
Guilford, CT, 06437
15.3 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
27 repeat clients
from
$55
per night

A perfect dog vacation. Ariel was a great host for our last-minute booking. Great communication and organization. Kept us up-to-date with our dog’s stay with daily pictures and brief summaries. Really set our minds at ease knowing he was in a loving home. A definite repeat in the future! Thanks!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara G.
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15. Sara G.

Reliable Full-Time Pet Sitter🐶🐱
Niantic, CT, 06357
8.8 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

I can't say enough good things about Sara. She is incredibly responsible and has always made me feel very assured leaving my little Luna with her. She is Luna's #1 choice! Sara is very affectionate which I really appreciate given Luna's debilitating condition so I never feel too bad about going away for long periods of time. One other great thing I'd like to point out is her willingness to be available. I've had moments where I need a last minute sitter or for her to do an odd favor for Luna while I am away. Her reliability is something I value and why I refer her to everyone I know.

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Sitter Profile Image: Carla R.
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16. Carla R.

Hi, I love animals ❤
Madison, CT, 06443
11.4 mi. away
Boarding, House Sitting, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
7 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

Carla came through last minute and took great care of Max!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joe B.
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17. Joe B.

Dog loving family
East Lyme, CT, 06333
8.2 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
from
$50
per night

Joe took great care of Banjo! Banjo is super small and has a lot of anxiety around new places, but I could tell he settled in quickly and felt very comfortable. Would book with Joe again any time!

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Sitter Profile Image: Laura G.
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18. Laura G.

I’ll care for your pets like my own
East Haddam, CT, 06423
8.1 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Doggy Day Care, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
12 repeat clients
from
$45
per night

Laura was so wonderful! She made our family and our pup so comfortable and sent pictures and updates throughout our trip. We were so happy knowing that our dog got to be part of Laura’s family while we were away. We’d highly recommend Laura!

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Sitter Profile Image: Britanny B.
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19. Britanny B.

RN that loves pets too!
Madison, CT, 06443
13.0 mi. away
Boarding, Doggy Day Care
from
$40
per night

Brit took care of our Timothy for 3 weeks while we were overseas. She Facetime with us showing my dogs and her dog playing and goofing around in their comfortable home. We were so happy and pleased with her care. She updated us at all times which made me at ease leaving Timothy. When we went to her house, I felt comfortable leaving Timothy there because the environment is dog friendly and with her loving family of 2 boys that loves their Dog Inara so much and her wonderful husband Tim. Brit is the best. I'm so thankful to her and we did have a wonderful vacation knowing that our Timothy was in good hands.

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Sitter Profile Image: Frances P.
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20. Frances P.

Happiness=dog kisses & cat purrs!
East Haddam, CT, 06423
7.5 mi. away
Boarding, Drop-In Visits, Dog Walking
5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
from
$50
per night

I knew I found my forever pet sitter with Fran. Fran has been pet sitting / walking my dogs for years. My newest rescue Daisy can be a handful, Fran has the unique ability to read and connect with her. Daisy loves going to Fran’s and I know that she is safe, well cared for and having fun. She is a an amazing pet parent, volunteers with animal rescue organizations and fosters dogs until their find their forever homes. Fran has a real passion for pet care and I would highly recommend her.

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Essex Dog Boarding ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Dog boarders in Essex are rated on average 5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.


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In short, when you book Essex dog boarding on Rover, your dog gets the loving care they deserve, and you get to relax, knowing that your pet is in good hands.

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