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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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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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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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Chloe S.

I Am A Motivated And Professional Pet Caregiver

Ithaca, NY

from
$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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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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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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Audrey G.

Dog Lover Looking For Part-time Morning Work

Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
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$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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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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Isabel S.

Ithaca, NY

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$11/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Isabel, I am an undergraduate sophomore at Cornell and I love animals. I grew up in a home with dogs, cats, fish, and chickens and I have experience pet sitting for others as well. I would be interested in short term pet sitting or dog walking.
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Ella G.

Trusted Student Pet Sitting In Ithaca (with Photo Updates!)

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Ella! I am a college student in the DPT program at Ithaca College, currently in my junior year. I have cared for my dog at home for over 15 years since he was a little puppy to now an elder! I have done lots of pet sitting for friends and families in my hometown (overnight house and pet sitting/dog walking/check ins...
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Luda L.

Ithaca, NY

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$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love pets and would love to sit your or walk your furry friend! I can do as many dogs or cats or walk as many as you would like
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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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Amber E.

Pet Caregiver Available Weekdays After 4PM And Most Weekends!

Ithaca, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 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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Randy C.

Randy's Pet Care

Ithaca, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Randy, I'm a Dean of Students and School Counselor at the elementary level, as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. When I'm not busy with work, I enjoy caring for animals of all kinds and getting to know people in my community. I have over 10 years of experience pet sitting, dog walking, etc. from Long...
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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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Emma M.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Ithaca, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for 11 years and love animals so much! I have worked at Kimberly's K9s for three summers which has enriched my experience working with animals. I have watched dogs, cats, turtles, rodents, and more. I also have experience with infant animals- having cared for a litter of week old kittens and rehabilitated...
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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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Karuna P.

Pet Sitter

Ithaca, NY

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$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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Anthony S.

Ithaca, NY

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$10/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Caring for animals is more than a job; it's a passion. I treat every pet as my own, prioritizing their comfort and happiness. I reinforce positive behaviors and good manners. I provide pet sitting, walking, and boarding services for dogs and cats. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules, manage high-energy breeds with active...
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  • 37 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.22/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Ithaca, NY

Dog sitters near you in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, NY is $17.22.

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