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I have many years taking care of pets, including my own as well of friends and family including birds, fish, dogs, cats, bunnies and chinchillas. I currently have a pet dog that I have had for 10 years named Nemo, and recently adopted rabbit name Chai. I have a big heart for animals and would put lots of love and care for your...
Natalia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Recent college graduate who loves cats. I have one 4-year-old cat, Sasha, who is very social and friendly. We welcome boarding as she enjoys being around other socialized cats. I have experience with feeding, bathing, litter box cleaning, nail trimming, playtime, and administering oral medication.
Jamie can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
Marie C.
New Hyde Park, NY
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am experienced in animal care for 20+ years. I am a huge animal lover as well as an advocate for animal well being and safety. I have fostered animals and a proud pet owner. I have done over night stays for pets and provided a safe and loving environment. I am happy to provide the needs of care at my home or yours. My approach...
Marie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been fortunate to live in rural areas, which has allowed me to connect deeply with many pets and understand their different needs. I love nature in all its forms, and I feel very lucky to share my life with animals of all kinds.
As a pet sitter, my priority is to ensure your animals feel safe, comfortable, and loved while...
Laura can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Gentle and caring animal lover . Willing to take care of your fur babies in your home or mine. Feeding ( including homemade food if preferred) walks , baths , exercise/play . Boarding cats and dogs while away on vacations or simply just an overnight trip. Rest assure your fur baby is in great hands and loved like one of my own...
Liish can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"She was amazing! She took well care of my pet while I was away. Super responsible, was easy to contact. I would definitely hire her again and will recommend her!"
Alejandra Q.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Kayla and I offer services in both Babysitting and Pet-sitting. I am currently a part-time Student, Part-time Nanny, and am looking for some occasional pet-sitting opportunities in the Tampa Area. I have a history of caring for both, dogs and cats, as well as small household animals such as snakes, hamsters,...
Kayla can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful! She watched my dog over the weekend, and I couldn't be happier. She is professional, super friendly, flexible, easy to communicate with (my dog loves her!) I cannot say enough good things about her. Highly recommend her."
Bonnie K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I consider myself a very responsible, reliable, caring & trustworthy person. I've always had pet growing up, and I'd treat your precious pet like my own.
Pet sitting starting out as a once in a while thing, but now it has become part of what I love to do. I also learned how to administer insulin shots into a diabetic...
Danielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Danielle is friendly, professional and very hard working. She is willing to take on any additional work, even if not asked, which has made my life much easier. I appreciate her self-initiative, her energy and strong work ethic in everything she does! Highly...
Leslie H.
5.0
(1)
I really like animals especially dogs and cats. I AM a kind and living person. Responsible for assigned functions. I speak spanish, I understand a little bit of English.
Diana can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Puedes contactarme al nueve dos nueve seiscientos once cuatro siete quiero usar los servicios para caminar a mi perro"
Oliver R.
5.0
(1)
I have experience with walking dogs, living with cats and birds and fish. I love animals and being around them brings me so much joy!
Stefani can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have always been in awe of the beautiful animals we have around us. As a toddler, I've cared for pigeons, rabbits, turtles, snakes and other animals. With more reason, I decided to work in the animal field and have worked in animal hospitals for 5 years and have been a full time pet caretaker now for 8 years. I would like to...
Oswald can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"If we could give Oswald ten stars, we would. He took care of our kitty for the weekend, and he was dependable, caring, responsive to us, and kept in constant communication with us, even sending us pictures of our cat so that we could see what he was up to. Our...
Annie S.
Kristina C.
Inwood, NY
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a huge animal lover and would love to care for your furr babies!
Kristina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hello everyone ! I've been dog walking since 2021 ! I have referrals upon request :) l love to keep your fur babies some love while you're away at work or vacation !
Catherine can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Catherine is reliable and professional. She answers calls and emails promptly and is always willing to go above and beyond."
Melina B.
Paloma V.
Elmont, NY
$22-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love animals! They bring joy into my life. I have two golden doodles of my own and couldn't imagine a life without them !
Paloma can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Paloma is very punctual and attentive. She's very helpful and goes above and beyond."
Sinead G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a dog lover and recently lost my little munchkin. Would love the opportunity to spend time with your munchkin and help any way possible.
Megan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Megan was a delight to deal with from the second she responded to our job. She was thorough, easy to work with and very reliable.
She was very receptive to his Care Plan and it really was just wonderful. He was very calm and we would definitely use Megan again."
Jacqueline G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a home aid and recently graduated nursing school with a bachelor of science. I love working with and talking with people and provide services including cooking, cleaning, superficial wound care, assistance into and out of bed, the shower, and with walking aids, ensuring medication adherence, and am always happy to converse...
Tara can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Tara is an exceptional animal caregiver. She is extremely reliable, providing the care and feeding we asked for for each animal (2 cats and 2 dogs). She clearly loves animals and they love her! We have hired her several times now and will do so again. "
Tom H.
Rachel W.
Island Park, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Care For Animals As If They're My Kids. I Care For People Like Their My Family.
5.0
(1)
I have experience with cats and small, medium and large dogs. Reptiles are also a love of mine.
Me being mother of an adult and babysitter to many, I can also do child care. I love and respect the elderly so I would definitely be able to do elder care as well. I have been active in rescue and have volunteered at animal rescues...
Rachel can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, grooming & more
5.0
"Very knowledgeable, caring, very easy to talk to. Conscientious with a great work ethic. "
Chris P.
Gabrielle B.
Fresh Meadows, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi ! I'm Gabrielle. I'm a huge animal lover! I love all shapes and sizes. I've had dogs, cats, birds, bearded dragons, guinea pigs and fish. I have provided dog walking services and sat for cats and iguanas in the past years. Would love the opportunity to spend time with and care for your animals!
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I have current experience as a pet owner and providing other owners, a space to board the animals, as well as providing in-home care for pet owners
I'd describe my personality as determined, motivated and positive !
I like working with animals because I enjoy the love that pets give! I have 2 tabby cats of my own that adore....
5.0
"Iyana is very caring and attentive to my dog whenever she walks her. They get allow well. She is always on time."
Britton S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a great dog walker who loves what he does I am very flexible with hours and wages. I have been doing this for 10yrs and have been with one person for 7 yrs . I took care of two labs for her both dogs have passed on now and she did not want any more dogs at this time. I treat them like they are my own. Since I left her I...
Gary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Garry was great. He took care of my two Yorkies and it'd while I was on vacation fir 7 days. I gave him a key to my home and he was trustworthy and my dogs loved him. He sent me texts and pictures of my babies daily.
I highly recommend Gary ."
Yeine M.
5.0
(4)
Is anyone looking for a pet sitter/walker? I am a pet mom of 11 (you read that right) 11 fur, scales, and slime babies. I have two cats, a dog, six guinea pigs, a snake, and an axolotl! I am a veterinary assistant, soon to be tech, and a former zoo keeper. I've worked in animal shelters and clinics and used to have my own dog...
Gladys can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Gladys is a great pet sitter! I always feel comfortable leaving my cat snuggle and lovebirds with her. She is super knowledgeable and brings that to whatever she does. She helped potty train snuggle and taught her to sit on command. She goes above and beyond...
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Valley Stream, NY
Liish H.
5.0
She was amazing! She took well care of my pet while I was away. Super responsible, was easy to contact. I would definitely hire her again and will recommend her!
- Alejandra Q.
Kayla M.
5.0
Kayla is wonderful! She watched my dog over the weekend, and I couldn't be happier. She is professional, super friendly, flexible, easy to communicate with (my dog loves her!) I cannot say enough good things about her. Highly recommend her.
- Bonnie K.
Danielle I.
5.0
Danielle is friendly, professional and very hard working. She is willing to take on any additional work, even if not asked, which has made my life much easier. I appreciate her self-initiative, her energy and strong work ethic in everything she does! Highly recommended!
- Leslie H.
Diana G.
5.0
Puedes contactarme al nueve dos nueve seiscientos once cuatro siete quiero usar los servicios para caminar a mi perro
- Oliver R.
Oswald B.
5.0
Ozzie is reliable and caring. I am very satisfied with his services.
- Patricia S.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Valley Stream, NY
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Valley Stream, NY?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $18.41 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 Valley Stream, NY?
There are 22 pet care providers in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, NY?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, NY?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Valley Stream, 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.