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60 pet care are listed in Cortland, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 4 years
Pet care in Cortland, NY
Hello, my 2 favorite things on earth is animals and kids! They are where we see the happiness and the good in the world. I've had animals my whole life and not just cats and dogs. I grew up on a horse farm and work on a Dairy Farm to help the animals when needed. I've had anywhere from hamsters, to lizards, to birds, horses and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, fun, and down to earth.
I like working with animals because I find my time with them to be therapeutic. I have several animals of my own and have experience caring for a variety of domestic animals including, but not limited to; reptiles, cats, & dogs.
I'm looking for a job that...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"John has been fantastic. Flexible, detail oriented, dependable, follows instructions accurately, and even handles extra requests like last minute changes on my part, bringing in the mail, and even cleaning up when the cat makes a mess. Highly recommend!"
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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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Ash G.
Ithaca, NY
$16-50/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: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding & more
5.0
"Ash is great. She is reliable, always confirms the dates we hire her for, and she does a really nice job caring for our pets while we are away (we have two guinea pigs). I appreciate that Ash sends a text with a photo the “piggies” while we’re away, too. It’s a...
Alayne P.
Keiley R.
Locke, NY
$21-35/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a trustworthy caretaker who you can depend on making sure your pets needs are met! I have 1 cat and 2 dogs(Coonhound/Alaskan Malamute) who are very well taken care of and a bit spoiled. I love animals and enjoy to care for them!
Keiley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Sierra F.
Ithaca, NY
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love animals! I have been petsitting regularly for a couple of years now. 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...
Sierra can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding & 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 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
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very caring and compassionate person. I am very dependable and trust worthy as well. Very upbeat personality. I love meeting new people, learning about their life's events and I'm very patient.
I truely love animals as well and I have always had animals that I consider to be part of my family. Each one gets individual...
Lois can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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 walking, pet transportation, 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.
5.0
(3)
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 sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"She is excellent. She has taken care of our dog for few years. She dependable and always willing to help. She is friendly, takes an interest in our dog and his needs and best yet our dog likes her. She is one of the best. "
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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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Diana. I have experience from owning animals and from continuously talking to my vet about my pets. He has taught me a few techniques on how to deal with sick pets and just animals in general. I am definitely comfortable cleaning up after them and making sure they are taken care of. I think it is very important...
Dariana can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I'm really happy we found Dariana to care for my mom's senior-age dogs. She is dependable, responsible, and an excellent communicator! Highly recommend!"
Brooke D.
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 sitting, pet transportation
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.
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: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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.
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, pet walking, daily feeding
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.
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, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Jan has made several trips now MUCH more relaxing because we knew we had an honest, trustworthy professional looking after our 3 cats. She takes pics and sends them with updates, especially if you're worried about an elderly or ill pet, and she follows directions...
Laura S.
I provide dog and pet sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former vet tech with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Leigh can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I occasionally care for dogs and cats and truly love the experience. I have done this for a few years and have loved it ever since I began.
Caelee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have experience taking care of dogs, cats and smaller pets. I do dog walks, I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own! Making sure the pet is safe, cared for, and loved. I understand the importance of compassion, safety, dedication, and attention that I will be...
Bethany can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Cortland, NY
John A.
5.0
John has been fantastic. Flexible, detail oriented, dependable, follows instructions accurately, and even handles extra requests like last minute changes on my part, bringing in the mail, and even cleaning up when the cat makes a mess. Highly recommend!
- Care member
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
Ash G.
5.0
Ash is great. She is reliable, always confirms the dates we hire her for, and she does a really nice job caring for our pets while we are away (we have two guinea pigs). I appreciate that Ash sends a text with a photo the “piggies” while we’re away, too. It’s a nice touch that shows she cares. We’ve...
- Alayne P.
Sierra 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.
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
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Cortland, NY
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Cortland, NY?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.60 per hour as of February 2025. 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 Cortland, NY?
There are 15 pet care providers in Cortland, 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 Cortland 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 Cortland, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, NY?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Cortland, 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.
Ratings for Cortland, NY pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Cortland, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.