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I've been working with animals since I was 14 years old. I started my own business because it felt more personal and enjoyable than my other animal care jobs. My care is tailored to your pets needs, reliable, and worry free. I will give ur pet the unconditional love, care, and safety that I would give my own. Along with pet care...
Kristin can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Megan G.
Highland, NY
$15-20/hr
Hello! My name is Megan and I love animals! I currently own two cats and have owned a dog in the past. I pet sit for friends and family often.
Megan can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Friendly pet sitter and dog walker located in New Paltz. I have one year of walking experience and six years of experience owning and caring for both dogs and cats. I love pets of all kinds.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello! I've been caring for my own pets for nearly 15 years, and I'm comfortable with up to two pets at a time, either cats, dogs, or one of each. I can do in-home sitting, dog walking, and light cleaning tasks, including cleaning up after pets.
James can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
From growing up with dogs & cats, to volunteering at the SPCA in high school, to working as both a sitter & a kennel technician, I've always been around animals. At the SPCA, I volunteered with the cats, splitting my time between kittens and adults so everyone got some attention. In college I started offering walks & drop-ins,...
Lena can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
Many years of experience caring for animals, both with my family dog and various dogs and cats of friends and family. I am comfortable walking dogs, feeding and caring for your animal (baths, grooming), and taking pets to the vet. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Alicia D.
New Paltz, NY
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love animals and have two cats of my own. Many of my family members and close friends have dogs and I have been paid to dog-sit plenty of times while they were away. I am willing to walk dogs and scoop litter boxes as well as any grooming needs.
Alicia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Madeline M.
New Paltz, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Madeline , and I'm a student at SUNY New Paltz looking for some side jobs for grocery money! I'm an animal lover and there's always been a dog in my house. I have experience pet sitting for friends and family, and would love to care for your pet.
Madeline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have three cats myself and have had a menagerie over the years, everything from fish to birds to hamsters to a pet opossum.
I have been a pet sitter for a family for 2 years that have 4 dogs, 5 cats (plus a brand new litter), a large fresh water fish tank, and a couple times for a parrot that was visiting!
I am experienced...
Ariel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Aleah P.
Kingston, NY
$16-20/hr
Am a dog lover and like cats! Had cats all of my childhood! Love animals and spending time with them having fun! Have some experience with dog sitting from my aunt who is a dog sitter and boards them has while in Florida!
Aleah can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, boarding, pet walking
Juliette R.
High Falls, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Julie and I'm a college student who will be home for winter break until February 5th. I have 5 years of pet sitting experience with both cats and dogs. I have experience with administering medication to both as well. I am available to do pet sitting and dog walking. I find it important to mention that I am fully...
Juliette can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
I provide pet sitting in your own home (dogs, cats, small pets if given instruction). Very comfortable around animals- I have two Wheaten terriers ages 10 and 12, and I have ridden and worked with horses for 10+ years.
Thuy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Olivia Z.
New Paltz, NY
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have dog sat for year for my neighbors since they got their dog as a puppy. After they had moved, I got a puppy myself and take care of her by myself since she was 3 months. I have great experience potty training and training in general. I am a very intuitive person and can communicate well with animals as well. I also have...
Olivia can also help with: Dog training, pet walking
My caring for pets (cats and dogs) spans 4 decades, both in the USA and abroad. For 8. 5 years I cared for 4 dogs (3 Standard Poodles and 1 Whippet) full-time for a family in Manhattan. Since I have relocated to the Hudson Valley in 2007, I have cared for 2 dogs and 5 cats off and on over the years for a family in Kingston in...
James can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I love animals and would be happy to care for your best friend and take long walks in the park and check in on them. I can also do over night when you are away for the holidays and you want to keep you Dog or Cat at home. Feel free to contact me Patrice
Patricia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I'm Leah, and I love walking dogs. I was a professional dog walker in the San Francisco Bay Area for two years, as well as a parent to a very sweet old border collie.
I'm also willing to do dog/cat sits and overnights in your home.
I'd be honored to help your precious pets get the care and exercise they need!
Leah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kathryn N.
New Paltz, NY
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I can provide pet care services such as walking and sitting in your own home. I am comfortable with both dogs, cats and other animals. I am the current owner of a2-year-old French Bulldog but have also had experience caring for dogs of both medium and larger sizes, different breeds, and ages. I am comfortable caring for...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Pet mother of 2 dogs; looking for dog walking jobs in my area. Able to be there early am, after work; occasionally during the day.
Ann can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Michaela L.
Connelly, NY
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals!! I've been pet sitting for 3 yrs now. It started off on day when my patients daughter couldn't go away if she didn't find a sitting last minute. I jumped right in and helped out. Every since then and until today I watch her baby when ever she has to go away a couple days. I'm very flexible I can watch your dog at...
Michaela can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Hi! My name is Allie, I'm 22 years old and I'm currently in my masters for speech language pathology through SUNY New Paltz and will be within the Kingston & NP areas. I'm looking for a part time, flexible job and have availability on W, F & Wknds. M/, T/ Th are pretty busy but I'll try my best to work with your schedule I've...
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Rifton, NY
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Rifton, NY?
Dog sitters near you in Rifton, 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 Rifton, NY?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Rifton, 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 Rifton, NY is $25.00.
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Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Rifton, 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.
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