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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
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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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 transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Molly S.

Fun-Loving And Responsible Babysitter

Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Payton B.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Payton! I'm currently an undergraduate student studying Nutritional Sciences. I have 3 years of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects. Some of my favorites include algebra, pre-calculus, and anything science/food related. I also have worked as a face painter and have taught art lessons... I love all things...
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Karuna P.

Pet Sitter

Ithaca, NY

from
$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Petsitter for several years - would be willing to walk, sit, and play with dogs and cats.
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Samantha J.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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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Anna C.

Ithaca, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
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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Isabelle C.

Animal Lover/Student

Ithaca, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Jylise D.

Loving Pet Sitter

Ithaca, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! I'm passionate about providing top-notch care for furry friends. With experience in pet sitting, boarding, and dog walking, I ensure your pets receive the love and attention they deserve. I have extensive experience caring for dogs, including my own beloved companion back home. Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or...
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Megan G.

Ithaca, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Dog training
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Kathleen E.

Trusted Dog Sitter

Brooktondale, NY

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$24/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have my own pups that I love spending time with! I have the summer off being in the school system and would love to help with your dogs!
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Gizem O.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
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Avery M.

Pet Sitter Here To Help!

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Avery, I'm 25 and I have had pets my whole life. I have a cat now, and I have always had cats growing up, but I've also had a variety of small animals including some reptiles. I have never had a dog myself because my younger sister is allergic but have done an extensive amount of dog sitting, and my older sister...
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Allison H.

Ithaca, NY

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Neesa H.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello, my name is Neesa. I love animals, I have 3 years of pet sitting experience. I mostly take care of dogs but I am willing to petsit other types of animals.
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Flannery S.

Diligent And Enthusiastic Pet Sitter

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm a soon-to-be freshman at Cornell University looking to pet sit or dog walk before I leave in late August. I am great with animals and have early morning to early afternoon availability.
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Chloe S.

I Am A Motivated And Professional Pet Caregiver

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
I am a outgoing and motivated caretaker who is looking for work with children or I'm also open to pet sitting, dog walking and housesitting! I have full availability until the end of this month but will have evening and weekends free all summer!
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Laney S.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello! My name is Laney, and I'm a recent graduate from Ithaca College looking for families to occasionally pet sit outside of my 9-5! I have been a dog/cat/chicken sitter for over 5 years, and have lots of experience with dogs of all ages. I am happy to stay overnight with your pets, take them for walks, etc. I assure you...
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Sophia D.

Dog Sitter/walker

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Sophia and have lived in ithaca my whole life. Previously I pet sit and walked dogs around my neighborhood. I love dogs and have two of my own!
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  • 40 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Freeville, NY

Dog Sitters in Freeville, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 40 listed dog sitters

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.

Amber E.

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...

- Katherine S.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Freeville, NY

Dog sitters near you in Freeville, 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 Freeville, 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 Freeville, NY is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Freeville, 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 Freeville, 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 Freeville, 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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