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40 dog sitters are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Ithaca, NY
Hello! I'm a soon-to-be freshman at Cornell University looking to pet sit or dog walk before I leave in late August. I am great with animals and have early morning to early afternoon availability.
Flannery can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Payton B.
Ithaca, NY
$16-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Payton! I'm currently an undergraduate student studying Nutritional Sciences. I have 3 years of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects. Some of my favorites include algebra, pre-calculus, and anything science/food related. I also have worked as a face painter and have taught art lessons... I love all things...
Payton can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Juliane S.
Ithaca, NY
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I go above and beyond my clients' expectations of care for their animals. Both one-time and long-term pet sitting services are available for birds, cats, and/or dogs. I bring professionalism and trustworthiness to every encounter with clients. While in college, a professor once remarked, "Juliane, if I can't trust you, who can I...
Juliane can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Juliane is an amazing pet sitter. I hired her for the whole month in Nov 2022. While I was away, she took care of all my 4 parrots like one of her own. She spent time with them, trained them, talked to them just like me. She also sent me pictures of my pets being...
Manasi G.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a outgoing and motivated caretaker who is looking for work with children or I'm also open to pet sitting, dog walking and housesitting!
I have full availability until the end of this month but will have evening and weekends free all summer!
Chloe can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Amber E.
Ithaca, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Pet Caregiver Available Weekdays After 4PM And Most Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your home! I've been around many different animals my whole life. I'm most comfortable pet sitting for dogs and cats. Would love to bring them on walks and play!
Amber can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Amber pet-sat for our 2 cats while we were out of town. She was responsive, dependable and friendly. Loved working with her and would definitely hire again!"
Katherine S.
Della H.
Ithaca, NY
$16-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Della. I have been pet sitting and house sitting for friends as needed for much of my adult life, and I always enjoy it. My family has had many cats and dogs throughout the years who I have been the primary caregiver to. It comes naturally to me, and I love meeting a new animal friend. Please feel free to ask me...
Della can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I promise to treat your pet like they're my own. I have 10+ years of personal and paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, poultry, horses, pigs, and other livestock and exotic animals! I grew up with pets and livestock during my 10 years in 4-H. I've administered medications, worked with elderly/special needs pets, and...
Bailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Bailey took great care of our senior dogs, cats, and flock of chickens, as well as our home while we were away. They required extra care with medications, feeding, and blindness, and Bailey managed it all, as well as being very thoughtful, kind, and communicative. "
Care member
Petsitter for several years - would be willing to walk, sit, and play with dogs and cats.
Karuna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Hi! My name is Avery, I'm 25 and I have had pets my whole life. I have a cat now, and I have always had cats growing up, but I've also had a variety of small animals including some reptiles. I have never had a dog myself because my younger sister is allergic but have done an extensive amount of dog sitting, and my older sister...
Avery can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Laney S.
Ithaca, NY
$16-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laney, and I'm a recent graduate from Ithaca College looking for families to occasionally pet sit outside of my 9-5! I have been a dog/cat/chicken sitter for over 5 years, and have lots of experience with dogs of all ages. I am happy to stay overnight with your pets, take them for walks, etc.
I assure you...
Laney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
Neesa H.
Ithaca, NY
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Neesa. I love animals, I have 3 years of pet sitting experience. I mostly take care of dogs but I am willing to petsit other types of animals.
Neesa can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I'm Sophia and have lived in ithaca my whole life. Previously I pet sit and walked dogs around my neighborhood. I love dogs and have two of my own!
Sophia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I'm passionate about providing top-notch care for furry friends. With experience in pet sitting, boarding, and dog walking, I ensure your pets receive the love and attention they deserve.
I have extensive experience caring for dogs, including my own beloved companion back home. Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or...
Jylise can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
My love and experience with animals has spanned my entire lifetime - beginning with being raised in a household with everything from cats, to fish, to dogs, to hamsters - and anything in between and beyond. I took full responsibility of my pets at a young age - and trained them all myself. This lead me to move to pet-sitting and...
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I am an undergraduate student of animal science, I have experience as dog walker and in my country (Colombia) my family has a day care for dogs and cats.
I love pets, and I'm willing to help to take care of yours!!!
Diana can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I provide baby sitting and child care in your home. I have a few years of experience with young children. I love puzzles, board games, reading, and spending time outdoors. I am comfortable being responsible for light housework, transportation, and light pet care.
I also provide dog and cat sitting in your home. I have a few...
5.0
"Molly was awesome with taking care of O. She was so helpful with all the logistics of pick up & drop off. Molly was also great with giving updates & asking questions when necessary. O came home very happy. I would 100% recommend Molly!!"
Allison C.
Hi All,
I have been dog sitter here and there for over a year now. I can take care of your dog/cat/plants while you are away. I can watch your dog at your place. I'm not boarding at this time.
Anna C.
Ithaca, NY
$20-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had dogs all of my life, growing up and as an adult! I also walked dogs professionally in NYC on the upper west side for a company called Three Dog Knight in 2005&2006. After that in 2007 I ran my own dog walking buisness with my boyfriend called Dogtown in Brooklyn, NY. Since then I have done some dog sitting & walking...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a love for animals, especially dogs. I've grown up with dogs in my house my whole life and have experience with larger breeds. I previously was a sitter for a rotweiler mix. (My family currently has a hyper 90 pound pitbull mix) I can walk, feed, and play with your furry friends! I currently work as a doggy daycare...
Audrey can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again."
Rebecca T.
Megan G.
Ithaca, NY
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an occupational therapy graduate student at Ithaca College who's home in Pittsburgh for the summer! I am a passionate animal lover with extensive experience in caring for pets of all sizes. I believe that pets deserve the best care and attention, and I am committed to providing that for them. I had the pleasure of...
Megan can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Ithaca, NY
Juliane S.
5.0
I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation.
I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...
- Monica V.
Amber E.
5.0
Amber pet-sat for our 2 cats while we were out of town. She was responsive, dependable and friendly. Loved working with her and would definitely hire again!
- Katherine S.
Bailey W.
5.0
Bailey took great care of our senior dogs, cats, and flock of chickens, as well as our home while we were away. They required extra care with medications, feeding, and blindness, and Bailey managed it all, as well as being very thoughtful, kind, and communicative.
- Care member
Molly S.
5.0
Molly did a wonderful job caring for my cats while I was away. She was responsible, communicative and proactive, and I could tell she gave the cats lots of love. Highly recommend!
- Care member
Audrey G.
5.0
Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.
- Rebecca T.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Ithaca, NY
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Ithaca, NY?
Dog sitters near you in Ithaca, NY can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Ithaca, NY?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Ithaca, NY to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Ithaca, NY is $17.62.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Ithaca, NY. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Ithaca, NY?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Ithaca, NY we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Ithaca, NY?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Ithaca, NY, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
Ratings for Ithaca, NY dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 40 listed dog sitters.