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Pet care in Rensselaer, NY

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Julia S.


Rensselaer, NY

$18-22/hr

Pet Care Provider

I can provide pet sitting. I have experience caring for dogs of all sizes, including large breeds. I also have experience caring for cats, birds, and ducks.
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Tiffany W.


Rensselaer, NY

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Sitter For All Your Pets!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as positive, caring, and laid back but willing to try most things once. I like working with animals because I have always been drawn to them since I was little and find comfort working with them. I am currently working part time at an assisted living facility with the elderly and am also a certified...
Tiffany can also help with: Pet sitting
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Patrick H.


Rensselaer, NY

$15-21/hr1 yrs exp

Animal Lover

I have many years of experience taking care of my own personal pets. I grew up with one dog and two cats and I currently have a cat of my own. I view animals as friends and I love to take care of them!
Patrick can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have two little puppies of my own and love dogs! I am in college right now and just looking to help out here and there :)
Rachel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Emily E.


Rensselaer, NY

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

If your looking for someone to treat your fur babies like theyre their own, im your girl! Everyone needs a baby sitter from time to time, even if those babies are on the fuzzier side!
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Available for Dog Walking,
Ryen can also help with: Pet walking

Jacqueline L.


Rensselaer, NY

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Healthcare Provider And Animal Lover!

I have 10+ years of experience caring for people as well as animal companions. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking, and Pet sitting. Have a request for a service you do not see listed here? Please feel free to ask me and I will do my best to accommodate! ******Also featuring homemade, simple ingredient dog and cat...
Jacqueline can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

Jolene P.


Rensselaer, NY

$19-20/hr

Hardworking, Reliable, Animal Lover

I have a lot of experience working with different dogs and cats and taking care of them. I have volunteered in the cat room at the Mohawk Humane Society on and off since I was 15. I did a semester at SUNY Cobleskill in their Canine Training and Management classes where I learned the basics of dog behavior and worked with many...
Jolene can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Rene K.


Albany, NY

$12-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Animal Care Provider

I have always been an avid animal lover. Throughout my life, I have had over 10 pets. I currently care for dogs, guinea pigs, parakeets, and fish. I can't wait to meet yours!
Rene can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Rosemary S.


Troy, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Retired Mom Looking To Stay Active.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a retired mom who is looking to stay active. Willing to keep your pet from getting lonely and promise upscale care. I am an outdoor enthusiast and use walks to stay fit. Having some company on my daily walks would be a huge plus. I've grown up with a variety of pets all my life (cats, skunks, reptiles, monkeys (yes, I said...
Rosemary can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking

Recent reviews:

5.0
Rose is a someone you immediately meet that you want to spend time with. Warm, loving, caring individual. A huge heart that keeps giving! A true and honest friend!

Care member

I love animals and have a few myself I am a Registered nurse and teaching nursing presently looking for a way to make some money during the summer and do something I enjoy at the same time as school is out of session

Recent review:

5.0
A very caring individual who makes sure all your needs are being met.

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Sarah P.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sarah and I'm looking for fun, open-minded people who just need some extra help. I would describe myself as funky, fresh and fun! I have two orange tabby boys, a tuxedo girl and a gorgeous ball python who are the loves of my life. My favorite reason for doing this job is witnessing the bond between pets and...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, dog training, pet walking

Recent review:

5.0
Sarah is very caring, compassionate, and thorough.

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Melissa Y.


Selkirk, NY

$25-30/hr

Fridays During The Summer

Hi! My name is Melissa, I live in the outskirts of Albany in a small town with 7 acres of land! I am starting out opening my own boarding business. We are starting to take on dogs for weekends stay! I would available 24:7 to care for the pet as needed. I also even have a doggy tub for anyone looking for a special spa day! I...
Melissa can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Recent review:

5.0
Melissa had our 2 dogs for 4 nights they were treated like her own. She had to make sure one of our dogs got his insulin and she was comfortable doing that! We highly recommend her

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Anisha O.


Troy, NY

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Available All Day

I have had many animals in my life. I have taken care of cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, iguanas, and bearded dragons. I use to take care of my friend's dog for weeks at a time, and I loved it. I also was part of an animal behavior class my senior year of high school and took care of mice, a bunny and fish. I love...
Anisha can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine, dog training
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Jaylana O.


Albany, NY

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

I can provide dog sitting in their own home! I am very experienced with many dogs and different personalities. I love taking care of dogs and I want to provide the best experience for them as well. I used to watch 3 dogs and house sit while their parents use to be on vacation (3-7 days). While house sitting I would tidy up the...
Jaylana can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming

Recent review:

5.0
Jaylana was amazing with my pups sending me video clips and giving them extra snuggle love. She even went above and beyond taking extra care when they met up with a skunk and of course got sprayed!!! She has been amazing and we are so sad to have moved and be...

Kimberly H.

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Bonnie R.


Albany, NY

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

Loving Pet Care Giver/ Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I can help you with your Pets in the Niskayuna, Colonie and Loundville area. I had a 13 yr old Black Lab And elderly cat that were both rescues. I know how difficult it is to leave your pets with strangers when you have to be away from your home. I have a very reliable car and excellent references. I am a non smoker...
Bonnie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Haley Z.


Albany, NY

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Care With Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Have had a variety of pet-sitting jobs, both staying overnight and stopping in for feeding and walking. I have many pets of my own, including farm animals (large dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese, and pigeons) and enjoy taking the time to get to know your pets.
Haley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$12-29/hr10 yrs exp

Love Pets

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 dogs have had my one for 14 yrs and other for 4. I grew up around dogs absolutley love them. But im a animal lover in general. I get along better with dogs then people
Angelina can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Claudina M A.


Albany, NY

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Cat Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Dina. I am a retired woman and am looking to supplement my retirement income. I have had cats all my life and currently have two cats. I have 8 years experience cat sitting for hire but I have been taking care of cats for friends and family for Many years. Cats love me. Some of my clients have nicknamed me the...
Claudina M can also help with: Pet sitting

Recent reviews:

5.0
Dina works hard to know your cats as individuals, is responsive to their needs and desires, and spends time interacting with them to minimize their solitude while you're away. She is kind, honest, a quick study, meticulous in her treatment of your home. Over the...

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Martina T.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Experience Pet Care

I'm a very sweet and caring Pet Owner with Several years of experience with Pets ......... Im available to walk or babysit your Pet. Im very flexible with scheduling....

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Rensselaer, NY

Rosemary S.

5.0

Rose is a someone you immediately meet that you want to spend time with. Warm, loving, caring individual. A huge heart that keeps giving! A true and honest friend!

- Care member

Bonnalyn O.

5.0

A very caring individual who makes sure all your needs are being met.

- Care member

Sarah P.

5.0

Sarah is very caring, compassionate, and thorough.

- Care member

Melissa Y.

5.0

Melissa had our 2 dogs for 4 nights they were treated like her own. She had to make sure one of our dogs got his insulin and she was comfortable doing that! We highly recommend her

- Care member

Jaylana O.

5.0

Jaylana was amazing with my pups sending me video clips and giving them extra snuggle love. She even went above and beyond taking extra care when they met up with a skunk and of course got sprayed!!! She has been amazing and we are so sad to have moved and be farther from her.

- Kimberly H.

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