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75 dog sitters are listed in Rochester, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Rochester, NY
Lyndsie B.
Rochester, NY
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
Compassionate and reliable pet sitter with 6. Years of experience caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, and small animals. Adept at providing daily care, including feeding, exercise, grooming, and administering medications as needed. Demonstrated ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring the...
Lyndsie can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking & more
Marcia B.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr
Hello, i'm Marcia and have been a dog lover since I was a kid. I've had an old English sheepdog, and 2 Shih Tzus. I have 5 grand dogs who I absolutely adore. I have volunteered for North Paw Rescue seeing that these precious babies are adopted out to families that are a perfect fit for them. It was a great experience but very...
Marcia can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Samantha P.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr
I have always had a passion and love for animals. All animals tend to gravitate towards me. I have had a dog my entire life.
Over the years I have had many dog sitting jobs and my goal is to make sure they are comfortable in times where they are anxious due to their owners gone. I have bonded with and loved every animal I have...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I can provide dog sitting or any pet sitting in your own home. I have had a few dogs in my lifetime and still have a dog, so I am experienced with this area! I am patient and love spending time with dogs no matter the size, age, breed as long as they are friendly and do not bite/attack! I can give your dog baths as well if...
Beatrice can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
I've owned and cared for dogs my entire life. For the last 13 years I've owned 2 miniature doxies. I've also owned cats. Open to walking your dog or caring for your cat while you travel.
Fiona can also help with: Pet walking
Mary V.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mary and I am looking to help pet sit. I currently have my own golden retriever puppy ( he is 1 years old). With this , I also walk on rover and I help out with family friends dogs when they need a hand. I would love the opportunity to help out!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Delaney W.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love animals! I've had lots of experience with my own pets, as well as multiple years experience walking dogs and cat sitting.
Delaney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kate M.
Rochester, NY
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kate! I've been working with animals since I was a kid. My first job was pet sitting my neighbors dog while they went to Japan for a month! Ever since then I've always had pet sitting as a side job.
I'm happy to do drop in visits during the week while you're at work or do a more in depth care when you go on...
Kate can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Atim O.
Rochester, NY
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
About Me a devoted pet caregiver with experience caring for both cats and dogs. I share my life with two wonderful cats, which has deepened my understanding of pet needs and behavior. Additionally, my experience dog sitting has given me the skills to handle a variety of breeds and personalities with patience and care.
I aim...
Atim can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I have had pets in my life for over 30 years, including pet sitting experience. I am comfortable with cats and dogs of all types and sizes, including rescues.
William can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Anna G.
Rochester, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Dog Walking Cat Sitting College Student Looking For Summer Work.
I have had numerous experiences caring for the pets of friends, family and neighbors. I have provided regular meals for dogs and cats while family is out of town, and have walked medium sized dogs before. I have also been volunteering at a horse rescue shelter for almost a year. I am currently enrolled at Canisius College in...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding & more
Maria A.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello!
I provide pet sitting in your own home, pet walking, and bathing/light grooming. I have two dogs of my own and have grown up with them and adore them both. I worked as a part-time pet nanny for two dogs and three cats and a dog walker last year. I also worked at Wilde Acres (a dog boarding and training business) so I have...
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, pet transportation
I've cared for my old dog Daisy when I was younger, and now care for my puppy, Opi! He is a wild little guy, but I have trained him well. He is now almost 2 years old, and can sit, lay down, stay, roll over, and play dead. I've also had numerous other pets including, hamsters, birds, lizards, frogs, and turtles.
Kelly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, dog training, pet transportation, boarding & more
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have a lot of experience with a wide variety of dog breeds and mutts & would be happy to care for them!
Xeni can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lily W.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I was a dog training assistant for 2 years. I walked, bathed, and played with dogs as well as helping with basic obedience training.
I have always had a love for animals and have had many myself. I've worked closely with certified trainers as well as dog sitting as many as 10 puppies at a time.
Lily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Shaylee P.
Rochester, NY
$12-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Many Years Of Experience Handling And Caring For All Different Kinds Of Animals.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shaylee. I love animals and have had them my whole life. I have experience working with dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, rats, chinchillas, horses, chickens, goats, sheep, llamas, etc. My experience includes overnight care, dog walking, cat sitting, cleaning small animal cages, feeding, medicine administration,...
5.0
"Took wonderful care of our fur babies!
Stayed overnight with them as one required medication several times throughout the day. Stayed in touch with us via text and photos. Will definitely hire again!!!. Great Job.. Shaylee"
Maureen S.
Cassandra G.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have had dogs all my life and have cared for multiple dogs during the day and overnight as well. I enjoy playing with them, walking them, and giving them lots of attention! I also would feed them, administer medication, clean crates, and pick up after the dogs. I have also cared for cats, fish, goats, chickens, while house...
Cassandra can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Jessica R.
Rochester, NY
$16-17/hr
I love animals! I have a 1-year-old cat here in Rochester and have a ~13-year-old cat at home (Massachusetts). My older cat has Type 2 diabetes, so I'm used to administering insulin and following a specified diet. I have also volunteered in the cat adoption center at PetSmart in the past and cared for multiple cats at once. I...
Jessica can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Trustworthy and experienced dog sitter with 20 years experience with large breeds. Skilled in providing personalized plans according to each individual pets' needs.
Elena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Zoe W.
Rochester, NY
$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have experience dog and cat sitting for family and friends! I have always grown up with animals and shared responsibility with my family to take care of them, and currently have a cat of my own! I love animals of all type and have experience cats, dogs, hamsters, and bunnies.
Zoe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Rochester, NY
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Rochester, NY?
Dog sitters near you in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY is $17.15.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Rochester, NY?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Rochester, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 75 listed dog sitters.