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Jessie B.

Cat And Dog Lover

Pleasant Valley, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a cat lover and great with dogs- I am a mother of 2 preteens and looking for some extra side work during the daytime hours I live in the pleasant valley/ pooughkeepsie area . Hoping to be able to help a neighbor in need with some pet sitting- walking- even some light errands as well Thanks Jess.
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June K.

Pet Sitter And Dog Walker

Pleasant Valley, NY

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always had a passion for animals, especially dogs and cats . I have two dogs of my own, "Jack and Jill "who are like my children . I have had cats my whole life and currently have 2, Buca and Bella. I was recently blessed with my first "grand-doggy", Rocky. I can provide endless references about my love for pets . I am a...

Care Member says "June was prompt and took good care of A. We were super busy, so June’s walking A. was so helpful."

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Diane V.

Full Time Experienced Dog Sitter

Pleasant Valley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
As a true dog lover, I know your pets are a precious part of the family and deserve to be treated as such. I pledge to care for your furry loved ones as if they were my own. I offer pet sitting in the comfort and security of your home, so that your pets stress levels and separation anxiety will be reduced, and diet and exercise...

Care Member says "Diane has always been great and caring with our pets, both our blind poodle and our elderly tuxedo cat. Dependable, reliable and communicative. Our pets...

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Margaret K.

I'm A Responsible Very Caring Pet Sitter With Great Referenced

Pleasant Valley, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a very caring pet care professional with many years of experience and glowing references. I have experience with dogs, cats, fish, guinea pigs . I have experience administering meds like insulin and other forms. Being with animals and watching over them gives me peace. I have my own dog, three mice and four cats. 2 inside...
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Brooke B.

Wappingers Falls, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Brooke, a local of Wappingers Falls and fellow pet owner. I am happy to help with dog walking or sitting and make sure all their needs are met.
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Brianna H.

Pleasant Valley, NY

from
$16/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting for years I work part time at a dog shelter currently I clean up walk feed and give meds to the dogs and occasionally cats. I have my own dog and 2 cats at home I'm a very big animal lover I also live the outdoors so walks are my favorite.
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Tessa N.

Dog Sitter And Groomer!

Wappingers Falls, NY

from
$13/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
With a diverse background in caregiving, I bring experience, adaptability, and a strong passion for learning. My years running a successful dog grooming business have given me extensive knowledge in pet care, customer service, and animal behavior. Caring for animals has always been second nature to me. Looking to broaden my...
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Brittany M.

Hyde Park, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm 33 friendly. I've taken professional dog training classes. Love all animals. I currently have 2 dogs 1 1. 5-year-old German Shepherd and a6-year-old mix breed. I've been pet sitting for two years. However, I've been helping friends and family with pets of all kinds my whole life very good at following instructions and...
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Thuy B.

Pet Care Provider

Highland, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Kylie S.

Dog Sitter

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Chelsea C.

Friendly Ans Responsible Pet Sitter

Wappingers Falls, NY

from
$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Chelsea and I'm an Educator looking for part time pet sitting work. I have cat/dog sat for many families over the past 5 years. I also have 3 cats of my own. I'm very responsible, punctual and an animal lover!
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Grace W.

Wags And Walks With Grace

Marlboro, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello Pet lovers! My name is Grace and I pet sit dog walk and can keep your furry pet at my house if you want to go on vacation. I do have a business called wag and walks with grace. I am available 24/7.
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Kelsea B.

Energetic, Female Pet Sitter

Wappingers Falls, NY

from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience with many species of critters, including cats, dogs, rodents, fish, birds, and even reptiles! I love going for walks in the park, as well as giving baths. I can even sing if your little companion is into that sort of thing. My proudest moment? Pet sitting a house of four cats for three months. It was...
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Madeline M.

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, My name is Madeline , and I'm a student at SUNY New Paltz looking for some side jobs for grocery money! I'm an animal lover and there's always been a dog in my house. I have experience pet sitting for friends and family, and would love to care for your pet.
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Jennifer M.

Pleasant Valley, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
I am an animal lover. I enjoy being around animals and wish to work with them if possible. My husband and I have an all white domestic tabby cat. She is almost 2 years old. We adore her. I currently work part-time as a personal banker and am looking for some extra cash by caring for your pets on my days off. I am usually off...
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Olivia Z.

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
I have dog sat for year for my neighbors since they got their dog as a puppy. After they had moved, I got a puppy myself and take care of her by myself since she was 3 months. I have great experience potty training and training in general. I am a very intuitive person and can communicate well with animals as well. I also have...
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Lena D.

Experienced Sitter & Dog Trainer :)

Highland, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
boarding
+ 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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Julia R.

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

Highland, NY

from
$16/hr
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Elizabeth N.

Friendly Pet Sitter

New Paltz, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Christa S.

College Student Pet Sitter/Walker

Marlboro, NY

from
$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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Poughkeepsie, NY

Dog sitters near you in Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY is $16.75.

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