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84 pet care are listed in Ithaca, NY

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years

Pet care in Ithaca, NY

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John A.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Pet-care Provider

4.9

(20)

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As a kid I grew up with many pets and I have been caring for other peoples' pets for 9 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. I love caring for pets, and look forward to...
John can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Dariana P.


Ithaca, NY

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

5.0

(3)

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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

Recent reviews:

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!

Reviewed by Brooke D.

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Kim K.


Ithaca, NY

$5-10/hr

House Calls for Pet Care

5.0

(2)

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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: Pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Jenny S.

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Juliane S.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!

5.0

(2)

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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

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Monica V.

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Amber E.


Ithaca, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver Available Weekdays After 4PM And Most Weekends!

5.0

(1)

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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

Recent review:

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!

Reviewed by Katherine S.

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Bailey W.


Ithaca, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Pet And Livestock Sitter

5.0

(1)

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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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Madison R.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Ultimate Pet Lover

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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!

Reviewed by Caleb B.

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Ash G.


Ithaca, NY

$15-50/hr20 yrs exp

Fear Free Certified, Supportive, Compassionate Experienced Animal Caregiver With Degree In Vet-Tech

5.0

(6)

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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, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine & more

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Alayne P.

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Audrey G.


Ithaca, NY

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Lover Looking For Part-time Morning Work

5.0

(1)

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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 walking, pet sitting

Recent review:

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.

Reviewed by Rebecca T.

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Molly S.


Ithaca, NY

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun-Loving And Responsible Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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!

Reviewed by Care member

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Sierra L F.


Ithaca, NY

$20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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: Boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking & more

Recent review:

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!

Reviewed by Caleb B.

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Alyssa M.


Ithaca, NY

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Wonderful And Fun Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Alyssa and I have been working with both dogs and cats for my whole life, but professionally about 6 years through paid work. I have my own animals and have worked in a vet for about 4 years, so I'm very familiar with handling, feeding, insulin shots/administering medication, etc. I have a cat, a dog, a bearded...
Alyssa can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Beatrice K.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible Full Time Or Part Time Pet Caregiver!!

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I can provide dog sitting or any pet sitting in your own home. I have had a few dogs in my lifetime and still have a dog, so I am experienced with this area! I am patient and love spending time with dogs no matter the size, age, breed as long as they are friendly and do not bite/attack! I can give your dog baths as well if...
Beatrice can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Anna P.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Caregiver

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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding
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Michaela S.


Ithaca, NY

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

Passionate Pet Care Provider Available!

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I gave grown up surrounded by animals! Nothing is more relaxing and rewarding to me than spending my time with our fur babies!
Michaela can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter

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Hi there! Thanks for taking a look at my profile. I work full-time as a teaching assistant at OCM Boces and live in Cortland. I used to walk dogs full time while also working in retail and I promise to love your pet just as much as you do! I have 2 cats of my own, Peaches and Reggie. I would have a dog of my own if I could but...
Exley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Colleen B.


Ithaca, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Help

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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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Olivia H.


Ithaca, NY

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Housesitter And Pet Care Provider!

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I have about 5 years of experience petsitting (mostly dogs, cats, and horses) for weeks or months at a time, and I love all different kinds of animals! I have two dogs and four horses at home, but since I am in Ithaca for school right now, I would love a job looking after pets here. I am happy to give baths or do light grooming....
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Nathalie M.


Ithaca, NY

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I take care of all sorts of pets and love kids!
Nathalie can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
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Riya B.


Ithaca, NY

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Pet Care Available!

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Hello! I am a math teacher at IHS. I am currently getting my masters online. I have also had a small dog my entire life. When he passed away, I adopted my own dog. This was about four years ago. He's a Yorkshire Terror Maltese mix.

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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

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.

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.

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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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 41 reviews of the 84 listed pet care.