Find Trusted Cat Sitters Near Me in Schenectady, NY
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60 cat sitters are listed in Schenectady, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby cat sitters is 1 years
Cat sitters in Schenectady, NY
Adriana D.
Troy, NY
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have 1 year of experience working as a vet assistant in an animal hospital. I have such a love for animals and I am comfortable with cats and dogs of all sizes and breeds. I can also give baths, overnight care, and I am comfortable administering medication
Adriana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
As I have experience and taking care of children, I also have experience in dog walking, visiting homes to feed cats, I have done overnight sitting for animals for up to over a week and I am looking to be the next person you need to help take care of your pet whether it is a cat or a dog or just a fish! I am a kitty mom and grew...
Quinn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Chelsea M.
Stillwater, NY
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Available for sitting, feeding , walking and grooming your pets! Experienced with dogs and cats and would love to show your fur baby some love while you are busy or away
Chelsea can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Caroline S.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 12 years of dedicated pet care-giving experience, I offer comprehensive services tailored to the needs of dog and cat owners. My skills include feeding, exercise, basic training reinforcement, some grooming, and attentive health monitoring. Services provided include pet sitting, dog walking, and drop-in visits, with...
Caroline can also help with: Pet sitting
Hello! I'm a graduate engineer looking for a part-time pet-sitter position! I usually get along fine with cats and dogs, and can do pet sitting and basic needs (water/food/play). I am also a non-smoker and own my car.
Rayssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emma S.
Albany, NY
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Emma, I am 20 years old and a junior Growing up, I had many dogs and have a dog to this day. I am great with any size dog, and love animals of all kinds.
My most recent dog sitting experience was staying at an apartment and taking care of a pit bull mix, where I had to bring him on walks several times a day...
Emma can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Anna H.
Albany, NY
$16-20/hr
Hi there! I am a very reliable and trustworthy person who has always had a love for animals. I have pet sit for family and friends in the past including dogs and cats, as well as growing up with them. I would love to provide help to your four-legged family members!
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I absolutely adore dogs. I think that pets are part of the family. I have two pugs, who are definitely over-indulged. It's my goal to manage your pets' care in accordance with your rules. I can take care of cats also. I have less experience with cats. I'm mildly allergic, so I won't be sleeping with the cat... but I'll make sure...
Regina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Heather and I am a Spanish teacher looking for some summer work. I am an animal lover (I've been vegan for almost 3 years now) and have two dogs, and a classroom pet fish, of my own!
I have a 7-year-old black lab named Barb, who is a released Guiding Eyes for the Blind dog, and a 4-year-old mixed breed named...
Heather can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, dog training
Samyah F.
Albany, NY
$17-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, my name is samyah. I have a 10-year-old dog and 3-year-old cat that I take care from time to time. For the past two years, I have been sitting and walking cats/dogs.
Samyah can also help with: Boarding
Savannah B.
Troy, NY
$16-21/hr
I personally think pets should be named as therapists. They are always there. It doesn't matter if you're looking at them through a tank or snuggling your cat, you just feel joy.
My skills are animal sitting and walking and feeding.
Savannah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a pet owner of a 4-year-old yellow lab. I am very used to dogs as well as cats. Please let me know if I can be of any help.
Brooke can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding
I have had pets my whole life. I currently have two dogs and two cats. I also have experience with guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, and rabbits. I love animals. I consider my pets family members. I would love to walk your dog or care for your other pets on evenings and weekends. I would be very open to pet-sitting should you want...
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding
I've grown up with animals all my life. From constant horseback riding lessons where I learned to care for them, to having ducks and chickens with my family, and dog sitting since I was a teenager for extra income. I'm a pet lover who has seven animals of my own: two cats, four reptiles an an arachnid. I've been around farm...
Maya can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Nicole H.
Watervliet, NY
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Nicole! I love animals and am a reliable pet sitter amongst my friend group in addition to having a cat of my own named Peter! I love hiking and doing anything outside and am happy to take your pet on an adventure as well as taking care of general pet sitting needs!
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Ive had both dogs and cats. I have done pet sitting for friends and family my whole life. I love animals and love caring for them
Rosalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have done various pet care jobs such as pet sitting where I either go and take care of the pets a few times a day or stay at the person's house. I have also had jobs where I just walk dogs a couple times a day. I love all animals and enjoy taking care of them. I have the most experience with dogs, but also have some experience...
Katrina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I've provided care giving services for more than 20 years, and pet sitting for more than 10 years.
As a caregiver for those who need assistance, I feel it's important to be dependable, compassionate, and trustworthy while assisting with the activities of daily living that include bathing, dressing, meal preparation, light...
Patricia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lindsey D.
Troy, NY
$18-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently in grad school at Russell Sage for Occupational Therapy and am looking to help out pet owners during my summer break! I have experience pet sitting for friends and family along with caring for my own cats and dog! My senior dog needed a lot of extra support in the last years of her life so I have experience with...
Lindsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have grown up with dogs and cats as well a lizard of my own and have a great love for all animals. I have done some animal sitting jobs and am looking to expand and hopefully offer a hand as I know how difficult it can be to find someone you trust to watch your animals!
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Schenectady, NY
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Schenectady, NY?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Schenectady, NY through Care.com will cost an average of $17.45 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Schenectady, NY?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Schenectady, NY. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 11 cat sitters in Schenectady, NY, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Schenectady, NY?
The best cat sitters near you in Schenectady, NY have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Schenectady, NY?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Schenectady, NY if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Schenectady, NY?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Schenectady, NY, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.