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Faith L.

At-Home Dog Sitting

Islip, NY

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! My name is Faith and I have been dog-sitting for 3 years. I can stay at your home with your furry friends!
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Maureen G.

Animal Care

Islip, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a long time animal lover! I have had all kinds of pets over the years. I have taken care of family and friends pets. I love dogs and cats of all sizes. I can provide dog sitting in your home or mine.
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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
boarding
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
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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Danielle B.

Responsible, Fun & Loving Dog Sitter/walker

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 20 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have a 8-year-old hairy son myself. So I understand the care and love you expect & want for your fur babies. I'm here to provide your babies with comfort, love, fun and fresh air.

Niki V. says "Danielle is amazing! She cares for my dog like he's her own. Cody loves when Danielle comes by! You and your dog are in great hands with her!"

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Robin M.

East Northport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
dog training
+ 1 more
With over 40 years of experience handling small and large breeds. I showed and co-bred small and large dogs over the years. I have rescued, boarded, and fostered as well. I offer daily dog walking and pet sitting. Also care for felines and guinea pigs and rabbits

Anne C. says "Robin has worked for us for the last year and 7 months. She is outstanding and in a short period of time has become part of our extended family. She is...

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Kathleen E.

Stress Free Pet Care

Ronkonkoma, NY

3.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I will take care of your pets when you cannot. I can stop in to feed, walk, and/or play in the yard. I also offer pet sitting in your home when you are away. Let me know what you need! I have 2 boxers and a cat. I've cared for dogs of different types, sizes, ages, etc.
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Lori V.

West Islip, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always had my own dogs. I have been a nanny for 12 years for one family. In addition to the children I have been the family's dog sitter. I've had him in my home many times during their family vacations.
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Stacey H.

Fun And Loving Dog Sitter

Commack, NY

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
My name is Stacey. My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet setting. I grew up with animals my entire life and have a passion for dogs and cats. I am excited to be able to help you by caring for your pets while you are away. Your babies will be cared for and loved just as if they were my own. I...

Care Member says "Stacey is great! She is personable, professional and takes great care of my dog. My dog loves her. "

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Angela B.

Deer Park, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I am a very responsible and caring 32-year-old animal lover and caregiver with over 15 years experience. I nanny for a toddler part-time and dog/cat sit every chance I get :) I'm currently working on my Masters in Early Childhood and Special Education. I can provide care in your home or mine. I can also can provide boarding....
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Lisa D.

Available To Care For Your Pet When Your Away

Deer Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Passionate pet sitter with experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Adept at providing exercise, feeding, and administering medication. I have a cat that needs daily meds and have no problem getting her to take it . I am Reliable and trustworthy with a commitment to providing the highest...

Jane M. says "I would highly recommend Lisa! She cared for my dog on multiple occasions and she treated my pup as if she was her own. Lisa is highly trustworthy,...

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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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Jessica W.

Loving Dog Sitter

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
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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Marisa O.

Pet Sitter Looking For Occasional And Last Minute Needs.

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Mary Jane W.

Animal Lover

Oakdale, NY

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Sitting. I have dogs and cats. Love them!!! Will treat your pets as family!!!
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Charlene G.

Lindenhurst, NY

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hello there, I'm Charlene, a passionate and reliable pet lover. I have my own pets growing up dogs, cats, and hamsters. So I can be assured to treat your pets as mine. Weather its daily walk, boarding, feeding playtime, or just keeping your pet company while you're away from home. I provide attentive, compassionate care...
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Deana T.

Holbrook, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
Hi I'm an active, kind, professional diligent dog lover. I'm looking for a part time job that would allow me to care for your pet and give them a joyful, safe sitting/walking experience.
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Kaela C.

Huntington Station, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
Hi my name is Kaela I love pets. I have 3 dogs and 3 birds. I would love to come and pet sit for your animal!!
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Courtney S.

Pet Care

Lake Grove, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting/walking in your own home. I'm a fourth-year medical student. I have 1 lab/hound mix 1. 5-year-old dog at home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Eryn S.

Smithtown, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
looking to help take care of any pet in need. I am available to dog walk, dog watch/sit, dog/cat house sit., I can look after your amazing pet while you may be on a vacation or just need some time to yourself, . I have a long background dealing and caring for animals, any questions you may have I would love to answer. I am free,...
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Gianna K.

Oakdale, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Gianna and I'm a responsible and caring pet sitter and dog walker. With a background in social work and a love for animals, I know how to handle different personalities, whether they're people or pets! I have 2 of my own dogs at home as well as a bearded dragon. I'm dependable, patient, and happy to tailor my care...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Islip, NY

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

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.

Danielle B.

Danielle is amazing! She cares for my dog like he's her own. Cody loves when Danielle comes by! You and your dog are in great hands with...

- Niki V.

Robin M.

Robin has worked for us for the last year and 7 months. She is outstanding and in a short period of time has become part of our extended...

- Anne C.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Islip, NY

Dog sitters near you in Islip, 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 Islip, 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 Islip, NY is $21.00.

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