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I'd describe my personality as cheerful, understanding, and open-minded.
I like working with animals because they bring me joy and are interesting. My partner is also an active animal caretaker, and can assist (with no extra pay) in animal caretaking and tasks when available.
I'm looking for jobs that are flexible and...
Loren can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Brenda R.
Brooktondale, NY
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as kind, calm, patient.
I like working with animals because I absolutely adore them and I strive to make their time on this earth as comfortably and happy as possible.
I already have a full-time job on weekdays, but I am looking to supplement with extra jobs in the evenings and weekends.
I have...
Brenda can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
Sierra L F.
Ithaca, NY
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and volunteering over the years.
Sierra L can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Sierra was extremely professional and easy to work with. Our kids loved her and she did an excellent job taking care of them. We would love to work with her again!"
Caleb B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Life-long animal lover with own reliable transportation will come to your home to care for your pets. I will walk, play, and cuddle to keep your pet happy in addition to tending to basic needs. I will bring in mail, water garden and houseplants, etc. while you are away.
References available.
Kim can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Kim has been wonderful past year with our two-year-old daughter, who we had to take out of daycare when the pandemic started. She has been incredibly reliable, communicative, and thoughtful and is always putting our daughter first. Since she started with us nearly...
Jenny S.
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. "
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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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.
Lilly M.
Dryden, NY
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience taking care of pets for others and myself. I have always had cats and currently have 4 cats and a dog and have worked on multiple farms.
Lilly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for pets since I was a very young child. I grew up always having dogs and cats and other various pets like pigs and bunnies. I ran my own petsitting business caused Wags and Whiskers for years and also have been riding horses for 16 years so I am experienced with larger animals as well. I am currently a...
5.0
"Madison took excellent care of our children! She was professional, reliable and easy to communicate with. We would love to work with her again!"
Caleb B.
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 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!"
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love dogs and can't have one; alas, my husband is not a dog person. If I want a canine companion on a run or walk I will therefore happily borrow your pup.
I am my friends' go-to pet-sitter . I love all things furry and feathered! Reach out if you'd like someone to exercise your dog, change your litter box, or give your...
Janice can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jan is a kind and thoughtful person who is wonderful with pets. She is very responsible and trustworthy, is terrific with my dog Louie, and I would recommend her services to anyone who truly loves their pet."
Denise W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a huge animal lover. Grew up with all types of animals, actually prefer animals to humans sometimes, lol. I have a dog, a cat, a bearded dragon and fish. I will care for your pet as my own
Jolene can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, 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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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.
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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, 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.
4.9
(20)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a kid I grew up with many pets and I have been caring for other peoples' pets for over 10 years in the Ithaca area. I'm available on a regular basis, if you only need someone infrequently, or even one-time. I also can provide Pet Transportation and accompanying your pet to the vet. Or even take your dog to the dog park! I...
John can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"John has walked my dog since I got her as a puppy in February 2023. He is exceptionally reliable and flexible when my schedule changes. I use him three days a week to exercise my year-old, high-energy, 60-pound Labrador mix. I have no reservations about...
Ellen M.
Ash G.
Ithaca, NY
$15-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Fear Free Certified, Supportive, Compassionate Experienced Animal Caregiver With Degree In Vet-Tech
5.0
(6)
I went to school for Veterinary Technology and Biology. I currently have worked at a vet clinic in Ithaca, I have 8 wonderful furbabies of my own. I have 3 adult huskies and 5 felines (4 dsh and 1 persian). I am also AED/CPR and First aid certified. I will treat your pet as if they're my own. I look forward to speaking with you...
Ash can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Ash G. is our go-to person for cat care when our family is traveling. She is reliable, careful, and sweet to the animals. We appreciate the photos and updates she sends. "
Antonia J.
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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Harold R.
Ithaca, NY
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is (Harold) and I am a 6th year physical therapy student. I have two years of dog sitting and boarding experience and I love dogs of all types!
Harold can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Jane P.
Dryden, NY
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Jane! I'm a patient, kind & compassionate mother to not only my five children but my 3 dogs, 3 cats, 6 chickens and 1 duck! I love all animals and have had pets all my life. I currently work as a nurse part-time and looking to be the help another family needs while they have to be away from their fur (feathered,...
Jane can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Latawnya E.
Ithaca, NY
$13-18/hr
I have owned multiple pets throughout my life and grew up working on farms with goats, chickens, and cattle.
Latawnya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Samuel H.
Ithaca, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am very excited to share that I have pet sit for a few years now. I have had my own fair share of animals, while also sitting for both dogs and cats with medical issues that need attention and care. I am very patient and understanding when it comes to animals and I handle them with the utmost care. I love watching pets...
Samuel can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Brooktondale, NY
Sierra L F.
5.0
Sierra was extremely professional and easy to work with. Our kids loved her and she did an excellent job taking care of them. We would love to work with her again!
- Caleb B.
Kim K.
5.0
Kim has been wonderful past year with our two-year-old daughter, who we had to take out of daycare when the pandemic started. She has been incredibly reliable, communicative, and thoughtful and is always putting our daughter first. Since she started with us nearly full-time in January, Kim has...
- Jenny 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
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.
Madison R.
5.0
Madison took excellent care of our children! She was professional, reliable and easy to communicate with. We would love to work with her again!
- Caleb B.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Brooktondale, NY
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Brooktondale, NY?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of November 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Brooktondale, NY?
There are 2 pet care providers in Brooktondale, NY offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Brooktondale or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Brooktondale, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Brooktondale, NY such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Brooktondale, NY for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Brooktondale, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Brooktondale, NY such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Brooktondale, NY for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Brooktondale, NY?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Brooktondale, NY, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Brooktondale, NY?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Brooktondale, NY, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.