Find Trusted Dog Walkers Near Me in Troy, NY
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Find dog walkers in Troy, NY that you’ll love
60 dog walkers are listed in Troy, NY
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby dog walkers is 4 years
Dog walkers in Troy, NY
I love cats and dogs. I've had cats in my household for my entire life. I had a business 30 years ago as a young teen walking dogs within my large apartment complex. Reliable and trust worthy with your fur babies.
Rochelle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a retired mom who is looking to stay active. Willing to keep your pet from getting lonely and promise upscale care. I am an outdoor enthusiast and use walks to stay fit. Having some company on my daily walks would be a huge plus.
I've grown up with a variety of pets all my life (cats, skunks, reptiles, monkeys (yes, I said...
Rosemary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Rose is a someone you immediately
meet that you want to spend time with. Warm, loving, caring individual. A huge heart that keeps giving! A true and honest friend! "
Care member
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
Kelsey S.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have many years experience watching and walking an employer's four Great Danes, from youth through adulthood. I have experience with medium sized dog care (my own American Eskimo dog for 14 years,) and tending to cats with special needs, (i.e. walking impairments, inability to use litter, medication, etc.)
Kelsey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Donata A.
Troy, NY
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I love animals but who doesn't. I've always had cats so I have the most experience with them but I have friends and family with dogs so I have some experience with dogs as well. I'm a relatively active person with no injuries so I'm up for lots of walking in fact I take myself on a walk almost everyday. I love to play with...
Gecaunna E.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I can provide dog sitting in your own home and include dog walks, outings, parks etc. My main specialty on care has been providing care for all ages of children and special needs. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Gecaunna can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
I have been providing part-time pet care on and off since I was about 12 years old. I have sat for dogs, cats, and birds. I have experience with feeding, walking, administering medicine, cleaning litter boxes, and just playing with pets. Although I have never sat for them, I also have experience caring for rabbits, fish,...
Madeline can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation
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 walking, pet sitting
Gillian B.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I love playing and going for long walks. L have experience from my own pets, I have had a 13 year beagle old and now I have a 2-year-old shitzu.
Gillian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Daniel A.
Troy, NY
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I've been pet walking and sitting for a couple of years now and would love to care for your precious animals!
Daniel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Kristina Y.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Kristina and I am a recent graduate of SUNY Binghamton University! I have always loved animals, and am the person to gravitate toward's people's pets anywhere I go. As someone who was on the pre-veterinary track for a few years, I know lots of information on animal behavior and health! I have watched people's pets...
Kristina can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Nicole W.
Troy, NY
$16-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my two pups, Sadie & Stella. They love to go on walks and long car rides.
One thing you should know about me is I'm extremely reliable and trustworthy.
Nicole can also help with: Pet sitting
I've gathered much experience ever since I was a child. I understand that others have busy lives. So I would love to help anyone out there who needs help. At my previous job I cleaned bathrooms, dining room and kitchen floors, tables, dishes, cleaned a food press, hot wells, sanitized and disinfected surfaces, and, took out the...
I grew up with a boxer dog for 8 years. Now, I am currently living with two cats. One being a Birman cat and one Persian. My Persian cat, who is a girl, has had kittens twice now. Both times kittens have grown up healthy and without any problems. I love dogs and cats. I have no problem with taking care of either of them.
Inna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Steph! I have a dog and 2 cats, I've worked with In Home Pet Services of Patchogue, watching, walking, feeding and loving my clients precious pups and cats, as well as casual, on the side pet sitting. I'm a huge animal person but if you have a dog, I'll instantly fall in love! Any questions please feel free to ask and I...
Sandy P.
Cohoes, NY
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sandy-
I am a total cat person! I have 4 rescue kitties, 2 of which are now senior babes, and 1 that is diabetic- requiring insulin twice a day. I have had cats my whole life.
I am available to stop by before work and feed your kitty/kitties, and then after playing with them, feeding, spoiling them, cleaning litter...
Sandy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Sandy was amazing. She took wonderful care of my cat. I would definitely use her again.🥰"
Care member
I have 2 cats and have had dogs. I love all animals and would love to help care for yours. Interested in dog walking jobs and potentially caring for your animals during your vacations and work hours.
Lisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
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
Available for cat or dog sitting and/or dog walking. Experience caring for both. Currently I cohabitate with a lovely Dachshund-Lhasa Apso mix. Experience with medium-large dogs as well as toy dogs. Very good with cats, with experience caring for/administering medication to older/sick cats.
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Reyna T.
Latham, NY
$16-50/hr
I have dog sat in my past and love animals! I have experience with my own dog and live to go on walks
Reyna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Troy, NY
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Troy, NY?
A local dog walker near you in Troy, NY will cost you an average of $16.71 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of May 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Troy, NY?
Care.com has 14 dog walkers offering services in Troy, NY. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Troy or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Troy to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Troy, NY worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Troy, NY to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Troy, NY?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Troy, NY, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Troy, NY?
On Care.com, there are currently 14 dog walkers near you in Troy, NY that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.