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Christine H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Melville, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet walking
I am a pet lover, and have always owned several cats and dogs. I worked as a veterinarian's receptionist while putting myself through undergrad schooling. I have experience pet sitting and volunteering in a shelter. I can provide references.
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Demitra Z.

Animal Lover!

Melville, NY

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover looking for part time work! I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation. I've had dogs my entire life and have experience with feeding, walking, administering oral medication, and vet visits. I have 7 years of paid dog sitting experience and have cat sat as well. Rates below are not accurate- I...
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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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Ryker T.

Taking Great Care Of Your Dog

Melville, NY

from
$20/hr
I am Ryker, I have 3 dogs of my own and have a lot of experience with dogs. I would like the opportunity to help others. I am Reliable, Respectful, and a Gentleman. I am a fast communicator and any questions feel free to reach out. I will always try my best to provide great care of your pets. I'd describe my personality as...
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Ellen L.

PET SITTER

Melville, NY

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
I have been pet sitting in my home for about 20 years. I love small dogs and love to cuddle with them. I have moved to a small condo with no backyard. I Still would love to pet sit but would only be available in your home. I Hold a Fingerprint Clearance card and have References.
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Anastasia G.

Pet Sitter

Melville, NY

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Anastasia I am 26 years old from Huntington, LI. I have a passion for caring for animals and I would do anything and everything in my power to assure your pet gets the love and care they deserve. I have 2 dogs of my own and understand how difficult it is for us to leave them-that's why I am extremely big on...
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Brianna D.

Melville, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love animals and would love to help you and your fur baby! From dog walking to pet sitting, let me know what you need :)
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Lari A.

Melville, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a responsible and loving dog sitter who cares for each pet as if they were my own. Experienced with dogs of all sizes, I provide safe, reliable, and affectionate care tailored to their routine
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Theresa N.

I Love Animals Especially Dogs

Melville, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
boarding
grooming
administration of medicine
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hi. I'm a single woman with a dog, a chinchilla, and a bird. I have pet sit before for a family whom I cared for the children. When they went away on vacation, I fed, walked and cared for their dog.
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Alessandra L.

Dog Sitter/ Walker

Melville, NY

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a lot of experience with dogs. I watch my neighbors dog all the time when they are away and I am used to being around animals. I have two dogs of my own and I am very comfortable with dogs. Walking, feeding and playing with them is no problem for me at all!
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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 sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
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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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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Robin M.

East Northport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
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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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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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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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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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
Daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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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 walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
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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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 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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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
Daily feeding
boarding
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Melville, NY

Dog Sitters in Melville, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

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.

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.

Stacey H.

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

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Melville, NY

Dog sitters near you in Melville, 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 Melville, 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 Melville, NY is $17.50.

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