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Julia R.

Your Per Is My Responsibility. They Will Be Loved Amd Trained.

Highland, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Experienced dog trainer and pet sitter with years of dedication to nurturing well-behaved, socialized pets. I focus on fostering calm, friendly behavior while establishing clear boundaries, ensuring animals are respectful members of their community. Committed to providing compassionate care and effective training tailored to...
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Megan G.

Highland, NY

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Megan and I love animals! I currently own two cats and have owned a dog in the past. I pet sit for friends and family often.
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Linda N.

Highland, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
Hello. I grew up bringing home kitty-cats, doggies, an iguana, and my dad takes credit for finding our precious tender-hearted German Shepherd who struggled with epilepsy, Peggy-Peggers. I am so grateful to the adults who though resisted our fur, scaly, or feathered babies coming into our lives at first, later, (usually),...
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Thuy B.

Pet Care Provider

Highland, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your own home (dogs, cats, small pets if given instruction). Very comfortable around animals- I have two Wheaten terriers ages 10 and 12, and I have ridden and worked with horses for 10+ years.
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Lena D.

Experienced Sitter & Dog Trainer :)

Highland, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
daily feeding
grooming
+ 1 more
From growing up with dogs & cats, to volunteering at the SPCA in high school, to working as both a sitter & a kennel technician, I've always been around animals. At the SPCA, I volunteered with the cats, splitting my time between kittens and adults so everyone got some attention. In college I started offering walks & drop-ins,...
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Naishely M.

Your Dog's New Best Friend

Highland, NY

from
$23/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Naishely , and I'm a reliable and caring dog sitter with a genuine love for animals. I have experience with dogs of all sizes and I'm happy to help with walks, feeding, playtime, and giving your pup lots of attention while you're away. I treat every dog like my own and make sure they feel safe, loved, and well...
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Nicole S.

Highland, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been pet sitting for about 5 years and love dogs. I make sure that pet parents are aware of how their puppers are doing and how much fun they are having.
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Barbara J.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of furry friends for over 40 years. I have raised, bred, and shown Irish Setters. I have shown our family Himalayan in Household Pet Shows. I love the mixed breeds feline and canine and all have been members of the family. I have worked throughout many years for veterinarians and have a background as well in...

Kara A. says "Barbara was wonderful and my pets loved her! She stayed at our house for a week while we were away on vacation. She sent us updates every day, kept the...

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Marisela H.

Take Care Pets

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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.

Care Member says "Marisela seems very kind, arrived on time, and walked my dog without issue. "

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Isabella R.

High Falls, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm a junior college student looking for some work for the summer time. I have around 4-5 years of experience with sitting dogs and cats. Feeding, walking, playing and administering medication are all things I've provided for animals in the past. I'm organized, adaptable, and energetic, so taking care of animals has...

Care Member says "She did what she was asked to do."

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Theresa B.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been an animal lover all my life. I currently have 2 dogs and a pet pig. I am looking forward to caring for your pets and helping you to have peace of mind while you are working or traveling.
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Sarah R.

Friendly Pet Lover

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I have two dogs of my own and ample experience dog sitting. I can walk, feed and play with your pets. Please let me know if you are interested
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Christa S.

College Student Pet Sitter/Walker

Marlboro, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Christa. I am a 20-year-old college student who absolutely loves animals! I have been sitting and walking pets for 5 years now. I have experience with dogs, cats, and guinea pigs!
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Loren O.

Modena, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
Hi, my name is Loren and I love all animals. I'm 41 one have house sitting/petsitting experience. I love books, camping, movies, swimming, nature and playing with animals. I have one year experience in pet sitting. I currently have 2 dogs, 3 tarantulas, and a leopard gecko. I have had birds, hamsters, cats, rabbits, and a...
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Pamela B.

Marlboro, NY

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am looking to pet sit in the areas of : Marlboro, Milton, Highland & New Paltz Your pet will receive individual attention and care since I will only take one job at a time. Pets can stay in my house, sleep in my bed - they will be taken care of as if they were my own. I'd describe my personality as friendly, l animal...
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Kylie S.

Dog Sitter

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I would love to be able to pet sit or dog walking! I have a dog of my own back home that I love and miss being able to walk him and take care of him.
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Erin M.

Pet Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home, I have much experience with all types of pet care whether it be letting out your pets and feeding them a couple of times a day or staying over and giving them lots of cuddles. I can also give any necessary care such as baths and grooming upon request. I have experience with big and small...
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Elizabeth N.

Friendly Pet Sitter

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Friendly pet sitter and dog walker located in New Paltz. I have one year of walking experience and six years of experience owning and caring for both dogs and cats. I love pets of all kinds.
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Madeline S.

I Love All Animals

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 1 more
I have been pet sitting regularly for the last 10 years. I've cared regularly for others' dogs, cats, chickens, and goats. And I have some recurring experience with ducks, sheep, horses, donkeys, yaks, cows, and turkeys. I have administered medications including shots, and have experience with many temperamental animals. Over...
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Katie S.

Care For Your Fury Friends

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as fun, compassionate and playful. I like working with animals because they make me laugh, smile and give me self confidence when I care for another living creature. Animals are a pure joy they're one of Gods gifts. they're so loving in return without asking for anything in return. The joy of...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.86/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Highland, NY

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

Barbara J.

Barbara was wonderful and my pets loved her! She stayed at our house for a week while we were away on vacation. She sent us updates every...

- Kara A.

Marisela H.

Marisela seems very kind, arrived on time, and walked my dog without issue.

- Care member

Isabella R.

She did what she was asked to do.

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Highland, NY

Dog sitters near you in Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, NY is $19.86.

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