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80 pet care are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
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 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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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
(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
"Diana was very helpful. She knew I was nervous to leave my dog and sent me tons of pictures and videos, constant updates, so I knew he was doing okay!"
Nicole S.
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 sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking
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
(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: Boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 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
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
(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 walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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
$15-50/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 walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting & more
5.0
"Ashley provides pet sitting for us. She is very reliable and thorough. She also responds quickly to changes and urgent requests. "
Michael M.
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 transportation, pet sitting
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 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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Sierra L F.
Ithaca, NY
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine & 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
(1)
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
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: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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, administration of medicine, boarding, grooming, pet walking
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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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.
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: Pet transportation, dog training, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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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.
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.
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.
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In 2024, 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 $15.66 per hour as of May 2024. 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 80 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 41 reviews of the 80 listed pet care.