Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Rochester, NY
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Find pet sitters in Rochester, NY that you’ll love
92 pet sitters are listed in Rochester, NY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Rochester, NY
Jill L.
Rochester, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Pet Sitter With Over 30 Years Experience
5.0
(20)
Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood
I have been employed in the Animal welfare field for over 25 years. I am well educated in the needs of dogs, cats, equines, household pets and most farm animals. I am able to feed, exercise, groom and love your pets in your absence. I am currently owned by my 4 dogs but have also had the pleasure of owning horses, reptiles, cats...
Jill can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, grooming, administration of medicine, dog training & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"My kids had a great time, they kept talking about how nice she was and how much they enjoyed playing with her. i highly recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I will honorably care for your pet. I have a strong desire to be around animals and will do my best to care for him/her. I worked at a groomers part time and did everything from bathing to grooming. I have one cat and one dog. I currently dog sit and dog walk. I'm a nonsmoker. I am dependable and efficient.. I am very...
Carlene can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming & more
5.0
"I appreciated how Carlene was very patient and understanding with her care of my aged dog. She was also very gentle and loving with my dog and my pet was very comfortable with Carlene. Her professional experience working as a pet groomer for 5 years really...
Sam C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a pet parent, I know what it feels like to leave the care of my fur babies in someone else's hands. I also know what it feels like to come home and find that my pets have not been cared for as they should have been. It is my goal to help other pet parents avoid that situation. I am reliable, and I have been pet-sitting for...
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She took good care of my dogs and house.
No problems."
Care member
Shaylee P.
Rochester, NY
$12-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Many Years Of Experience Handling And Caring For All Different Kinds Of Animals.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shaylee. I love animals and have had them my whole life. I have experience working with dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, rats, chinchillas, horses, chickens, goats, sheep, llamas, etc. My experience includes overnight care, dog walking, cat sitting, cleaning small animal cages, feeding, medicine administration,...
5.0
"Took wonderful care of our fur babies!
Stayed overnight with them as one required medication several times throughout the day. Stayed in touch with us via text and photos. Will definitely hire again!!!. Great Job.. Shaylee"
Maureen S.
Lorie S.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving And Caring Full Or Part Time Pet Sitter-Walker For Your Dogs And Cats
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love caring for animals... big big fan of dogs and cats. I have had many dogs in my life and at present time I have two awesome fur babies... they are my world. I love being around dogs and cats the unconditional love they give is awesome. I really believe I got my love of animals from my Grandmothers. My grandmother always...
Lorie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"We hired Lorie to help care for my elderly mother's cat. She was very dependable and trustworthy, and went above and beyond our expectations. It was very obvious that she was genuinely concerned for the happiness and well-being of the cat. Would highly...
Steven K.
5.0
(2)
My fur baby is spoiled rotten and I love petting every dog I meet. I provide dog sitting in your home with lots of snuggles.
Stacy can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amy, and I am an avid dog lover full of respect for our canine companions! I've had a close relationship with dogs since I was a young child. They have become an essential component of my life because of their playful character, companionship, and capacity for empathy. I had the pleasure of growing up with many...
Amy can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, boarding, dog training, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Amy was very responsive, easygoing, and responsible. She sent lots of updates and pictures, which we appreciated as this was the first time we were leaving our newly adopted pup overnight. He had a great time, and we would definitely hire Amy again!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher by day and an animal caregiver other times. I am an experienced pet sitter/boarder that disconnected from Care. com several years ago due to a full booking schedule but now am able to add new furry members to my extended family! I have excellent references and many recurring clients (13 years +) that still use my...
Donna can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Donna gave us peace of mind knowing we were leaving our pet in good hands. She truly loves animals and it shows. She updated us daily while we were gone. We will definitely use her again and would recommend her to everyone!"
Rachel O.
Anna G.
Rochester, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
Dog Walking Cat Sitting College Student Looking For Summer Work.
I have had numerous experiences caring for the pets of friends, family and neighbors. I have provided regular meals for dogs and cats while family is out of town, and have walked medium sized dogs before. I have also been volunteering at a horse rescue shelter for almost a year. I am currently enrolled at Canisius College in...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding & more
Kate M.
Rochester, NY
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kate! I've been working with animals since I was a kid. My first job was pet sitting my neighbors dog while they went to Japan for a month! Ever since then I've always had pet sitting as a side job.
I'm happy to do drop in visits during the week while you're at work or do a more in depth care when you go on...
Kate can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Samantha R.
Rochester, NY
$16-21/hr
Hi, I'm Samantha, a caring and dependable pet sitter with a genuine love for animals of all shapes and sizes. I understand that pets are family, and I'm here to provide them with the same love, attention, and care you would.
Whether it's daily walks, feeding, playtime, or overnight stays, I tailor my services to meet your pet's...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Lorin S.
Rochester, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
College student studying veterinary medicine. Worked as a veterinary scribe. Experience with emergency medicine and all types of animals (big and small). Have past experience working as a house/pet sitter.
Lorin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Marcia B.
Rochester, NY
$15-20/hr
Hello, i'm Marcia and have been a dog lover since I was a kid. I've had an old English sheepdog, and 2 Shih Tzus. I have 5 grand dogs who I absolutely adore. I have volunteered for North Paw Rescue seeing that these precious babies are adopted out to families that are a perfect fit for them. It was a great experience but very...
Marcia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Samantha P.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr
I have always had a passion and love for animals. All animals tend to gravitate towards me. I have had a dog my entire life.
Over the years I have had many dog sitting jobs and my goal is to make sure they are comfortable in times where they are anxious due to their owners gone. I have bonded with and loved every animal I have...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Kailah A.
Rochester, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a lover of all animals and an experienced pet owner and pet sitter. Willing to pet sit for overnight and extended trips or spend time with your animals while you're out for the day.
Kailah can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Mercedez S.
Rochester, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 3 fur babies, and very experienced with all animals, I'm Dedicated and compassionate in pet care with 3 years of experience in pet sitting. Skilled in administering medications, providing grooming, and ensuring safe and clean environments for various pets. Strong communicator with a commitment to building trusting...
Mercedez can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Alyssa S.
Rochester, NY
$16-21/hr
Hi! I'm Alyssa, a college student and a hopeful pet sitter. This would be my second job, and I love caring for pets, ensuring they're happy, safe, and loved!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I've owned and cared for dogs my entire life. For the last 13 years I've owned 2 miniature doxies. I've also owned cats. Open to walking your dog or caring for your cat while you travel.
Fiona can also help with: Pet walking
Experienced pet sitter with 5+ years of care. Your pet's happiness and health are my top priorities!
Nabrya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Delaney W.
Rochester, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love animals! I've had lots of experience with my own pets, as well as multiple years experience walking dogs and cat sitting.
Delaney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Rochester, NY
Jill L.
5.0
My kids had a great time, they kept talking about how nice she was and how much they enjoyed playing with her. i highly recommend her.
- Care member
Carlene B.
5.0
Carlene watched our dog for a long weekend, and she was great! We got daily updates, and she wrote a great summary of their time together when we returned. He seemed happy and well cared for when we got home. We would hire her again!
- Nina P.
Mary W.
5.0
Wonderful cat sitter. Asked me questions that I didn’t even think of, was very careful and spent good time with the animals. I did not worry about them at all.
- Care member
Shaylee P.
5.0
Took wonderful care of our fur babies!
Stayed overnight with them as one required medication several times throughout the day. Stayed in touch with us via text and photos. Will definitely hire again!!!. Great Job.. Shaylee
- Maureen S.
Lorie S.
5.0
We hired Lorie to help care for my elderly mother's cat. She was very dependable and trustworthy, and went above and beyond our expectations. It was very obvious that she was genuinely concerned for the happiness and well-being of the cat. Would highly recommend.
- Steven K.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Rochester, NY
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Rochester, NY?
Hiring a pet sitter in Rochester, NY will cost an average of $17.27 per hour as of February, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Rochester that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Rochester, NY can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Rochester. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 92 pet sitters in Rochester, NY, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Rochester, NY pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Rochester, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 92 listed pet sitters.