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Maureen B.

Cortland, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I provide pet sitting services Over night care for dogs and cats , in their home where they are most comfortable I feed , play and love Brush , pick up waste, and medicate if needed Lots of experience , lots of energy Very responsible. References available upon request House cleaning included Privacy and...

Susan J. says "Maureen is the only person we trust with our "babies". She is an excellent caregiver/sitter. The animals just love her - so do we!!!"

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Emma B.

Cortland, NY

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been dog sitting since before I even started attending college. I also grew up with chickens, fish, cats, and dogs so I know how to take care of these lovely animals.
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Aliza M.

Petsitter/walker

Cortland, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
grooming
Hi I am Aliza. I am currently a student at TC3 and then am transferring to SUNY Cortland. I am interested in pet sitting or dog walking. I have house sat for families with animals before. I have two cats of my own who I adore.
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Jessica R.

Cortland, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am great with pets! I am looking for jobs to do on the side while I am at college. I love dogs and cats and can pet sit/ walk, or whatever you need!
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Kaitlyn A.

Sit And Stay A While With Me And Your Furry Friends!

Dryden, NY

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello, my 2 favorite things on earth is animals and kids! They are where we see the happiness and the good in the world. I've had animals my whole life and not just cats and dogs. I grew up on a horse farm and work on a Dairy Farm to help the animals when needed. I've had anywhere from hamsters, to lizards, to birds, horses and...
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Gemma G.

Part-Full Time Caregiver

Homer, NY

from
$20/hr
I have been a dog sitter for many family members and friends in my area and truly love all animals! I have dogs of my own and always have. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Paige W.

Homer, NY

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$19/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I'm Paige, and I'm a passionate and responsible dog enthusiast excited to care for your furry family member. I offer reliable services including dog walking, drop-in visits, and pet sitting. I am committed to providing personalized attention, plenty of playtime, and ensuring your dog feels safe and happy while you're...
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Linwood L.

McLean, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
"Hi, I'm your pets' VIP sitter! With years of cuddles, playtime pro skills, and a knack for keeping tails wagging (and claws calm), I'll treat your dog, cat, or critter like royalty. Flexible schedules, daily updates, glowing refs--let's make pet-happy magic happen!"
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Audrey G.

Dog Lover Looking For Part-time Morning Work

Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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...

Rebecca T. says "Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire...

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Janice S.

Animal Lover Available To Take Care Of Your Pet

Freeville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I love dogs and can't have one; alas, my husband is not a dog person. If I want a canine companion on a run or walk I will therefore happily borrow your pup. I am my friends' go-to pet-sitter . I love all things furry and feathered! Reach out if you'd like someone to exercise your dog, change your litter box, or give your...

Laura S. says "Jan has made several trips now MUCH more relaxing because we knew we had an honest, trustworthy professional looking after our 3 cats. She takes pics and...

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Amber E.

Pet Caregiver Available Weekdays After 4PM And Most Weekends!

Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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!

Katherine S. says "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...

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Camey S.

Pet Sitter/ Dog Walker/Pet Cleaning/Pet Taxi/Pet Consultant

Marathon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
In your home pet sitting, dog walking, pet cleaning, pet taxi and pet consultant for basic training/behavior issues along with pup proofing your home, Been in business for 10 years. Will help with gardening, housekeeping, indoor plants, etc .

Care Member says "Camey is amazing. Not only can she deal with multiple animals in my home, but she was amazing with my 4 year old daughter who has only been with me. I...

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Isabelle C.

Animal Lover/Student

Ithaca, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Belle and I absolutely adore animals. I am now studying sociology at Ithaca College with minors in psychology and counseling. I have 5 years of experience with watching others' pets and can provide references if needed. I can help with Pet Sitting, Walking, and Transportation. I've had big dogs all my life and cats.
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Allison H.

Ithaca, NY

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I grew up without dogs and cats because of my moms allergies but, always loved them when visiting my horses at the barn. Since then, I have taken many courses on training and have helped with training puppies, dog walking and sitting for family and friends!
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Jocelyn L.

Loving Pet Sitter

Freeville, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Since I was born, pets have been a huge part of my life and my family's lives! I don't think there was a moment that we didn't own some sort of pet. We had and loved them all from: fish to hamsters, birds, to cats and dogs! I have also cared for my family and friends' animals during their absences (specifically cats and dogs)....
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Isabel S.

Ithaca, NY

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$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Isabel, I am an undergraduate sophomore at Cornell and I love animals. I grew up in a home with dogs, cats, fish, and chickens and I have experience pet sitting for others as well. I would be interested in short term pet sitting or dog walking.
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Megan G.

Ithaca, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
dog training
Hello! I'm an occupational therapy graduate student at Ithaca College who's home in Pittsburgh for the summer! I am a passionate animal lover with extensive experience in caring for pets of all sizes. I believe that pets deserve the best care and attention, and I am committed to providing that for them. I had the pleasure of...
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Kelly C.

Animal Sitter

Lansing, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have two pups of my own and love them uncontrollably. I have much experience with all types of animals due to growing up on a farm. I also reduce animals and help rehabilitate. I have lots of experience dog sitting and dog walking.
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Anna C.

Ithaca, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have had dogs all of my life, growing up and as an adult! I also walked dogs professionally in NYC on the upper west side for a company called Three Dog Knight in 2005&2006. After that in 2007 I ran my own dog walking buisness with my boyfriend called Dogtown in Brooklyn, NY. Since then I have done some dog sitting & walking...
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Samantha J.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi I'm Sam. I have experience walking and taking care of dogs. I have also stayed overnight to pet sit. I work at Mitchell's book corner during the day but I am able to check in on your pet/s before and after work and during my lunch break if your house is near town. I also have days off where I am more than happy to spend the...
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  • 41 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Cortland, NY

Dog Sitters in Cortland, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 41 listed dog sitters

Maureen B.

Maureen is the only person we trust with our "babies". She is an excellent caregiver/sitter. The animals just love her - so do we!!!

- Susan J.

Audrey G.

Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would...

- Rebecca T.

Janice S.

Jan has made several trips now MUCH more relaxing because we knew we had an honest, trustworthy professional looking after our 3 cats. She...

- Laura S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Cortland, NY

Dog sitters near you in Cortland, NY can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Cortland, NY to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Cortland, NY is $18.25.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Cortland, NY. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Cortland, NY we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Cortland, NY, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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