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I have been working with a dog rescue group for over 8 years fostering puppies/dogs in my home till we can find them there fur ever home. I do pet sitting in my home or yours while you are enjoying a wonderful family vacation. If you are working a long shift and need someone to let you pup out for a while, I would love go for...
Cyndi can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Rebecca D.


South Kent, CT

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

An Experienced Pet Sitter Available (To Help As Needed) At Your Home Or Mine!

Hello! My name is Rebecca and over the last 40 years I have had dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, a chameleon, a pot bellied pig, a sheep, goats, a snake, fish, a snail, chickens and ducks! My grandparents-who I spent every weekend with as a child-also had a horse (that I rode for years), donkeys, a pony and a cow (I milked) so...
Rebecca can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training, pet walking & more
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Jessica S.


Amenia, NY

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Fun Petsitter

Hi, I'm Jessica! I've loved all animals since I was a kid. I was blessed to grow up with a variety of pets in the home, from dogs and cats to hamsters and bunnies. I've been pet sitting for the past 10 years. I'm comfortable with dogs all shapes and sizes. I treat all animals with love, kindness and patience. While you're away...
Jessica can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting
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Cecilia D.


Millbrook, NY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Fun Sitter

I own two dogs (golden doodle and shih tzu) along with 3 cats so I am very comfortable with animals. I have been a pet sitter in the past for both cats and dogs, typically in the summer when I'm home from school. I love interacting with animals and getting to know their personalities!
Cecilia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hi!! My name is Diana/Dajana, I've had pets my whole life (both cats and dogs!) and I absolutely love all different kinds of animals. I'm available for dog/cat sitting and dog walking. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me! Can't wait to hear from you!
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sarah M.


Poughquag, NY

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Your Friendly Pet Lover

Hi there! My name is Sarah and I would love to help you care for your loved ones. I have 5 years of paid experience with cats and dogs. However, I have owned and cared for all kinds of animals, such as turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, snakes, frogs, hamsters, mice, baby squirrels, bunnies, and fresh water and salt water...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Emily B.


Poughquag, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Hi there! My name is Emily, I have been pet sitting for 3 years. I absolutely love animals of all kinds but am most experienced with cats, dogs and horses!! I have lots of experience and am comfortable with multiple pets at one time!!
Emily can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Aja M.


Wassaic, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have over half a lifetime of caring for animals under my belt, ranging from seven years as a horse farm manager, dog/ house-sitter for various families in my area for five years, to my very own two dozen chickens, three horses, two dogs and one cat. I have so much compassion for our furry/ feathered friends and would love to...
Aja can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine, daily feeding & more
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Mckenna G.


Pawling, NY

$10/hr4 yrs exp

Animal Lover Looking To Love Your Pets Too!

I have always had pets, and have experience caring for my own pets as well as pet sitting prior to creating a care. com profile! I have experience with dogs and cats of all breeds, and I am comfortable with animals of all shapes and sizes. I also have experience giving animals medication (shots, pills, oral medicine). I am...
Mckenna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Connie C.


Wingdale, NY

$13-18/hr

Perfect Pet Sitter

Hi! I love animals and am currently seeking work. I am in the healthcare field and my client of nearly a decade just passed away. I am looking for work to fill the void. I have two cats, a Maine Coon and a Long Hair Tabby. I also have a Redbone Coon Hound Shepard as well. I have had other cats and dogs prior to these pets. I...
Connie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Kelly R.


Poughquag, NY

$15-40/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kelly and I am a huge animal lover. Everyone that knows me, knows my love and care for animals. I have grown up around them since I was born and I always have had a special bond to them. I have two large St. Bernard dogs myself and have prided myself on doing anything I can for them. I have experience over the...
Kelly can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Carly S.


Lagrangeville, NY

$13-18/hr

Responsible And Caring Pet Sitter

I'm a lover of all animals! I've worked as a dog/house sitter for neighbors as well as owning three cats and dogs my whole life. I've had years of experience fostering/taking care of kittens! I'm responsible, extremely organized and have the energy that your pets will need! I'm very active and love to play and engage with pets....
Carly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Mckayla B.


Millbrook, NY

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Pet Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Mckayla, my friends call me Mickey! I am a nanny and babysitter who loves looking after kids. I am optimistic and organized. I love all kinds of animals and have had a multitude of different animals growing up, such as dogs, cats, birds, fish and many more. I am friendly, loyal, loving and caring. My passion is to...
Mckayla can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Marisela H.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Take Care Pets

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced I love dogs/ cat of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming and I clean your house with my own supplies.
Marisela can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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"When Marisela didn't have a schedule that would fit mine, and I thanked her and stopped messaging, she went hunting for someone else who might fill the bill, and messaged me. I thanked her profusely, and she said "I like to help people." I wish so much that she...

Janet G.

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Coleen O.


Patterson, NY

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Coleen and I live in Patterson, NY. I am a retired NYPD officer looking to walk and sit pets, water plants and any other little task that needs to be done around the house. I am a mother who has pets and I do all the errands around the house. I've watched, fed and walked neighbors dogs while they were...
Coleen can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
5.0
"Coleen is a wonderful walker for my Willow. She gives us a daily report and makes recommendations when she sees something concerning (i.e. Pooh too watery, try altering diet). Coleen is also reliable, giving us advance notice if something comes up and proactively...

Raquel B.

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Katie S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$18-47/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time - Pet Sitter / Dog Walker / House Sitter, Cleaner

I assisted in the birthing of a litter of Golden retrievers, Raised a Siberian Huskey from a puppy till 3 and 1/2 years old, had a gerbil when I was a kid, had two domesticated cats and one gave birth to a litter, walked and socialized with a full grown pure bread Boxer 3 years almost every day, had two Parakeets and some...
Katie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, dog training
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Esperanza V.


Patterson, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

work long hours ? let me help care for your dog or cat>I provide pet sitting, walking, feeding and playtime
Esperanza can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Dependable, hard working, and great to work with."

Ryan W.

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Jessie B.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Cat And Dog Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a cat lover and great with dogs- I am a mother of 2 preteens and looking for some extra side work during the daytime hours I live in the pleasant valley/ pooughkeepsie area . Hoping to be able to help a neighbor in need with some pet sitting- walking- even some light errands as well Thanks Jess.
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Emma P.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$13-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I have been watching animals for approximately 10 years. I can stay overnight if you would like! I can also perform tasks such as grocery shopping and house cleaning.
Emma can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"We hired Emma to stay at our home and watch our two pugs. She is sweet, kind, helpful,responsible and clean. We felt comfortable and safe having her at the house for a few nights. Emma is highly professional and would update us with pictures throughout the day...

Diana C.

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Diane V.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Dog Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a true dog lover, I know your pets are a precious part of the family and deserve to be treated as such. I pledge to care for your furry loved ones as if they were my own. I offer pet sitting in the comfort and security of your home, so that your pets stress levels and separation anxiety will be reduced, and diet and exercise...
Diane can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine & more
5.0
"Diane is excellent with my pets and I have quite a few! She is punctual, reliable and caring. I have used Diane for many years and my pets love her. She does everything for them. She administers meds, special feedings, walking the dogs, cleaning litter boxes and...

Celeste T.

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Dover Plains, NY

Marisela H.

5.0

When Marisela didn't have a schedule that would fit mine, and I thanked her and stopped messaging, she went hunting for someone else who might fill the bill, and messaged me. I thanked her profusely, and she said "I like to help people." I wish so much that she and I had been able to connect!

- Janet G.

Coleen O.

5.0

Coleen is a wonderful walker for my Willow. She gives us a daily report and makes recommendations when she sees something concerning (i.e. Pooh too watery, try altering diet). Coleen is also reliable, giving us advance notice if something comes up and proactively offered to make other arrangements...

- Raquel B.

Esperanza V.

5.0

Dependable, hard working, and great to work with.

- Ryan W.

Emma P.

5.0

We hired Emma to stay at our home and watch our two pugs. She is sweet, kind, helpful,responsible and clean. We felt comfortable and safe having her at the house for a few nights. Emma is highly professional and would update us with pictures throughout the day (which we loved). It can be a challenge...

- Diana C.

Diane V.

5.0

She keeps you posted on how your pets are doing every step of the way! She completely understands pets

- Mary F.

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