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Melissa C.

Pet Sitter

Hicksville, NY

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a lover of animals. I have taken care of dogs, cats, birds reptiles. Animals are part of a family, I am always observant for the needs and health of the pets I care for.
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Daniella O.

Hicksville, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
I have had a dog my whole life and through the past year I have watched my aunts dog whenever she went away on vacation! I am available throughout the summer for walking and/or sitting!
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Eliana A.

Hicksville, NY

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Eliana, a dedicated and experienced dog sitter with a lifelong love for dogs! I've had dogs my whole life and have over three years of paid experience caring for pups of all breeds and sizes. Whether your dog needs a walk, playtime, or just some extra love while you're away, I'm here to provide reliable and compassionate...
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Selina C.

Woofderful With Puppies & Dogs

Hicksville, NY

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a huge dog lover who unfortunately can't own one because of where I live having a collie Shepard mix as a kid inspired my love for dogs every time friends or family go away & I'm available I love dog sitting for them feeding the dogs playing with them taking them for a walk & yes on occasion cleaning up a mess ... my...
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Olivia V.

Hicksville, NY

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
Hi there! My name is Olivia, and I'm a huge animal lover! I currently have two cats at home and grew up with a dog, so I'm very comfortable caring for both cats and dogs. I've always had a soft spot for animals and love spending time with them. Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or just keeping them company, I'll make sure...
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Lauren E.

Hicksville, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Lauren and I have been pet sitting for around 5 years. I have two dogs of my own back home and am a lover of all animals. Happy to help with any long or short term pet sitting duties including walks, feeding, playtime, etc.
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Taraanne R.

Huge Animal Lover, Will Treat Your Fur Baby Like My Very Own!

Hicksville, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hello My name is Tara! I'm 35 years old. I have 10 years + of experience. I have experience with many many different type of animals! I can doing daily feedings, sitting, and walks. I have a dog shes super spoiled, I treat her like my child. I would give your pet the same love and attention. I'm fully vaccinated and boosted. I'm...
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Carmen S.

Pet sitter

Hicksville, NY

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
grooming
+ 1 more
Hi, I love dogs. I have 2 Siberian Huskies at home. I have 3 years of experience taking care of them, I can help with Pet sitting, Grooming and Boarding.
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Dhariana D.

Dog Whisperer

Amityville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 5 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting, and walking. Dog and Cat lover.

Care Member says "Dhariana was amazing when she helped watched my two puppies recently while I was in N. Carolina. She took great care of them & I could tell the dogs...

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Sharon W.

Part-time Care Giver

Melville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have officially been a paid pet sitter. My family and friends always counted on me for love and care of all their pets. I walked, fed, played with all of them. Since I was a child I had dogs and cats. I adore animals, who were my family. Recently, I lost my last dog, a Westie, the most lovable little boy. I have watched golden...

Karen L. says "I have know Sharon all my life and have witnessed her with her own pets. Believe me when I tell you they were always her babies!! There is no doubt in my...

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Erin M.

Dog Sitter

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I have prior experience regularly dog-walking/sitting. As a fellow dog lover/owner I look forward to spending time with your furry friend!
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Lauren S.

Experienced And Loving Pet Sitter

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
I'm an active animal lover and have been pet-sitting for over 10 years. I have a number of pet-sitting clients in the Huntington and Oyster Bay areas and love spending my time with the animals I watch. Outside of pet-sitting, my full-time job is as the Hospital Supervisor for a non-profit wildlife hospital where I oversee the...

Ceylan C. says "Lauren took care of our lovely cat while we were away for 4 days. Our cat has special needs, therefore, Lauren's work was challenging. However, she has...

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Liana L.

Pet Sitting/feeding

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
Hello I am an animal lover and happy to care for your pets while you are away on vacation! I am a Long Island local, experienced with having dogs and cats as pets. Open to caring for other animals as well.
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Marisa O.

Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs.

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Welcome! Thanks for taking a look at my profile. I have taken care of friends' cats and dogs for over 10 years. I used to walk neighbor's dogs and take care of their 4 cats. Big or small dogs are welcomed! I have a love for animals and would be excited to meet new animals who possess different traits. I have 6 cats that my...

Liz R. says "Marisa is wonderful with my 8 yr old Yorkie Simba! I have never left Simba with any outside caregiver and trust Marisa implicitly to care for him,...

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Jessica R.

Pet Care

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I've been a pet sitter for the past two years. I've been walking dogs, boarding animals, taking care of cats with special needs, pet sitting etc. I currently have an 11-year-old yorkie who used to be an anxious girl and my boy that passed had a heart condition so I have the experience and patience with all types of...

Amelia K. says "Jessica was an amazing sitter!! She took amazing care of my pups and was frequent with updates and communication. I will use Jessica again next time I'm...

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Lisa D.

Pet Sitter And Pet Walker

Amityville, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Lisa! I have a lifetime of experience with animals. I adore all types of animals. I am a mother of 4 grown children so my schedule is quite flexible. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I also cared Golden Retrievers for years. Three of the pups became service dogs. Walking is a big hobby of mine, and over the years, I have...
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Nancy N.

Experienced Pet Lover And Dog Walker Available To Provide Care For Your Pet

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
Mature, responsible woman, available to walk your dog also available to care for your dog or cat. I will provide TLC, when you can't. Cat visits, feeding and litter cleaning. Dog visits, feeding, walks and playtime. Will also watch your pet/child friendly dog in my beautiful home with fenced in yard, while you are away. I will...

Karen D. says "We had Nancy watch our dog part time. She was very dependable and was good with our dog. I would recommend her and would use Nancy in the future. Bailey...

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Jean S.

Fun Sitter Loves Cute Furry Friends

Copiague, NY

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I have over 10 years experience. I can help with Pet Walking, Pet Sitting, feeding, and, litter clean up. I love cute furry animals would love to help some one out taking care of their furry loved one. Have had my own pets that I've cared for for years also helped relatives and friends with their pets when needed. Will enjoy...

Care Member says "Jean was great with the pet walking session. She followed all of my instructions and was very caring to my pet. Thank you for helping me!"

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Blake B.

Dog Lover

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm Blake and I'm 19. I'm a college student in-between majors at Binghamton University, both have to do with careers involving dogs. I am currently a dog sitter who does drop-ins and dog walking with personal clients and clients on another pet app. I have 14 personal years of experience with dogs, as I own 3 dachshunds of...

Hailey S. says "Blake did a wonderful job taking care of my dog Emmy and made sure she had a safe and fun time in her care. Blake arrived on time, sent numerous photo and...

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Jessica W.

Loving Dog Sitter

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have years of experience taking care of dogs of all sizes and breeds. I love animals and enjoy caring for them! I can also perform baths and light grooming.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of February 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Hicksville, NY

Dog Sitters in Hicksville, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Dhariana D.

Dhariana was amazing when she helped watched my two puppies recently while I was in N. Carolina. She took great care of them & I could tell...

- Care member

Sharon W.

I have know Sharon all my life and have witnessed her with her own pets. Believe me when I tell you they were always her babies!! There is...

- Karen L.

Lauren S.

Lauren took care of our lovely cat while we were away for 4 days. Our cat has special needs, therefore, Lauren's work was challenging....

- Ceylan C.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Hicksville, NY

Dog sitters near you in Hicksville, 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 Hicksville, 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 Hicksville, NY is $19.00.

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