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61 pet care are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Ithaca, NY
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"We love John! He is such a great friend to my dog. He is a great communicator. John is hired to walk my dog but he brings more to the table than that. He really cares about her and will treat her like his own. Exactly what we need. "
Carla M.
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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, 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.
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: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
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.
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 walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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.
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 sitting, pet transportation, 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
(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 walking, pet transportation
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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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.
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, boarding, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine & 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.
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.
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 was awesome with taking care of O. She was so helpful with all the logistics of pick up & drop off. Molly was also great with giving updates & asking questions when necessary. O came home very happy. I would 100% recommend Molly!!"
Allison C.
I am currently a second year vet student at Cornell. I have a Bachelor's degree from Cornell in Animal Science. I have had ample experience caring for pets. I have a dog and cats at home of whom I take full responsibility. The last few years, I have been hired as a regular dog walker by multiple local residents and house/pet-sat...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding
I have a yellow lab myself. I enjoy going on walks. I can offer various services, such as feeding, providing fresh water, dog walking, and playtime. I can tailor services to the specific needs and routines of the pet.
Colleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I am an undergraduate student of animal science, I have experience as dog walker and in my country (Colombia) my family has a day care for dogs and cats.
I love pets, and I'm willing to help to take care of yours!!!
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding, pet walking
Isadora G.
Ithaca, NY
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
"Passionate Pet Care Specialist: Committed To Take Care And Nurturing Your Furry Family"
I'd describe my personality as kind, creative and Supportive
I like working with animals because it allows me to connect with them on a deeper level, understand their behavior, and contribute to their well-being. There's something rewarding about building trust and helping them thrive, whether through training, care, or...
Isadora can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
I am a senior at Cornell University that studies pre-veterinary medicine and animal science. I graduate in May and am looking to make some extra money to fund my gap year before vet school to do veterinary care in different countries like Norway, Costa Rica and New Zealand! I have 2 dogs (angels!) of my own in Arizona! A boxer...
Julia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! I'm a soon-to-be freshman at Cornell University looking to pet sit or dog walk before I leave in late August. I am great with animals and have early morning to early afternoon availability.
Flannery can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Hi! My name is Maren. I am currently a senior in high school, and I'm looking for some work to do over the summer. I love animals; I have two guinea pigs and two cats, as well as a lot of experience fostering kittens and puppies. I am very self sufficient and know how to keep myself busy-- I love reading and listening to music....
Maren can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a outgoing and motivated caretaker who is looking for work with children or I'm also open to pet sitting, dog walking and housesitting!
I have full availability until the end of this month but will have evening and weekends free all summer!
Chloe can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
I have been caring for dogs and cats for the past 5 years, and I love it! I love trips to the dog park, but reactive dogs have a big spot in my heart, too
Serena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have grown up with furry friends all my life and would love to help others care for theirs! I'm comfortable with any size dog or cat and any breed!
Abbie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Ithaca, 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
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.
Dariana P.
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.
Juliane S.
5.0
I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation.
I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...
- Monica V.
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.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Ithaca, NY
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Ithaca, NY?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.74 per hour as of March 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 Ithaca, NY?
There are 61 pet care providers in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Pet Care in Ithaca, NY are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 61 listed pet care.