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Abigail N.


Alplaus, NY

$16-20/hr

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I have experience dog walking and dog sitting, as well as growing up in a house full of animals. I'm a big animal lover and find joy in just being around pets. I'm very loving and caring towards pets!
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Lori K.


Schenectady, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Free Time For You Makes Me Smile!

5.0

(22)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am the mother of two grown boys, two sweet dogs, and the wife of an amazing husband. Helping people and animals, of all persuasions, has always been my passion. I'm extremely professional, organized, and jack-of-all-trades! My services include meticulous house cleaning, home organization, non-medical adult/senior care...
Lori can also help with: Dusting, general room cleaning, pet waste cleanup, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!"

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Genevieve M.


Ballston Lake, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover For All Types Of Pet Care.

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of pet care experience working in vets as a vet tech assistant and in kennels. I am comfortable with all breeds types age and size of dogs, cats, horses and more. l can give your pet any medications he/she needs orally or injectable . I have taken essential cat and kitten care, animal physiology and animal...
Genevieve can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Gen was awesome when she watched my cat Bella! I think Bella was upset when I came home because she missed all the playtime Gen gave her! She sent pictures of my Bella everyday and I could tell she was in very good hands. I would definitely recommend her !!"

Ellen R.

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Megan N.


Clifton Park, NY

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Part/Full Time Pet Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, thanks for viewing my profile! I will be able to provide animal sitting from your own home when you're away on vacation or just walking/ feeding when you're away at work! I am a momma to my own fur baby so I know how important family pets are. I believe they should be treated with lots of love and attention (and treats!) so...
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine
5.0
"By far has been the best pet sitter we have ever had. We really want to keep using her as the pet sitter for our two dogs. Our dogs really like her and she took great care of them. Overall a great experience and knew upon meeting her that they were in great hands....

Daniel P.

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Lisbeth A.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Service Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
Lisbeth can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
As a passionate animal lover, I am excited to offer my services as a pet care provider. Although I don't have any professional experience, I have had pets of my own and have always been responsible for their care and well-being. I understand that pets are important members of the family and I am committed to providing them with...
Makayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Madeline P.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Pet Sitter

Hello! I'm Mady, an experienced and dedicated pet sitter with a deep love for animals. I've cared for pets of all shapes and sizes, from energetic dogs to cuddly cats and even small mammals and reptiles. I offer personalized care tailored to each pet's needs, ensuring they feel safe, loved, and entertained while you're away....
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Adrian C.


Schenectady, NY

$45/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Sitting. I can train dogs and birds. I own dogs, birds, fish, and can take care of any kind of animal. I am a student at St Lawrence and am available morning, day, and evening.
Adrian can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced with pet sitting for about 4+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. Doesn't matter any pet
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Morgan O.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-18/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Animal Lover

I am looking to help families take care of their pets for the summer months. I am a huge dog lover. I had a yellow lab for 13 years. I've been helping out neighbors and friends with dog walking and sitting. I'm a 22-year-old perusing a Masters degree in school counseling at Providence College. Please let me know if you have any...
Morgan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Morgan G.


Rexford, NY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Experience

Was a kennel assistant at an animal hospital and have done animal walking and sitting in the past. Experience includes but is not limited to dog handling, cat handling, getting meals prepared, getting meds prepared and administered (including shots if need be), walking, cleaning up messes, etc.
Morgan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hey I'm Amelia, I've been dog sitting for 5 years now for neighbors and family/friends. I have a pointer/lab mix of my own.
Amelia can also help with: Pet sitting
I am a veterinarian assistant. Have been for over 5 years at multiple different practices. I have worked at a doggie daycare, for a dog walking service and many many pet sitting side jobs. I have 3 cats and 2 dogs of my own.
Haley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Kathleen K.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr

Animal Assistant

I have no pets of my own due to living situation but love cats and dogs. I'm willing to let them out, walk them, or feed them if that's what you need! Contact me for requests!
Kathleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I provide animal sitting and care in your own home. I'm an experienced vet tech student with great references and years of experience. I love dogs, cats, horses and pocket pets of all sizes and ages. I can also perform baths and light grooming. Training, enrichment, walking and other activities are also options. I interned this...
Esther can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Elizabeth D.


Schenectady, NY

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible Sitter

I have experience with a multitude of different animals (dogs, cats, mice, chickens, horses, goats, fish, birds, etc.). I can help with Grooming and Pet Walking, feeding, boarding, etc. I currently own 4 cats and a dog myself.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting & more
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Keira R.


Schenectady, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Dog Walker Qnd Sitter

I worked for Philly Fit Dog for two years and loved it. I can walk, run or do active play. During my tenure at this job I also took care of cats and birds. For now I can only pet sit and can not board.
Keira can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Caitlyn E.


Clifton Park, NY

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Pet Care

Hi there! My name is Caitlyn, I just graduated from Wagner College. I have vast experience pet-sitting/ dog-walking. I have pet/house sat multiple times over the years on breaks from school, and I have references should you need them! I also love and have always loved animals. I grew up with a cat and a dog, both of which had...
Caitlyn can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Quinn R.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I have lived with and cared for animals all of my life. I love all dog and cat breeds and would love to assist in their caretaking. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I'm flexible, I have my own transportation, and I'm eager to meet new furry friends!
Quinn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have pet sit a dog and two cats, for a couple weeks. I have stayed over night pet sitting a black lab, and a temperamental cat for a week. I will pet sit for my parents whenever they are out of town. They have two cats, a bearded dragon, and pit terrier/plot hound.
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Alplaus, NY

Lori K.

5.0

Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!

- Care member

Genevieve M.

5.0

Gen was awesome when she watched my cat Bella! I think Bella was upset when I came home because she missed all the playtime Gen gave her! She sent pictures of my Bella everyday and I could tell she was in very good hands. I would definitely recommend her !!

- Ellen R.

Megan N.

5.0

By far has been the best pet sitter we have ever had. We really want to keep using her as the pet sitter for our two dogs. Our dogs really like her and she took great care of them. Overall a great experience and knew upon meeting her that they were in great hands. Truly a happy and satisfied client!

- Daniel P.

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