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Lori K.'s Photo

Lori K.

Free Time For You Makes Me Smile!

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Pet waste cleanup
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am the mother of two grown boys, two sweet dogs, and the wife of an amazing husband. Helping people and animals, of all persuasions, has always been my passion. I'm extremely professional, organized, and jack-of-all-trades! My services include meticulous house cleaning, home organization, non-medical adult/senior care...

Care Member says "Lori does a great job cleaning at my house. We are so happy to have her!"

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Anna N.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have pet sit a dog and two cats, for a couple weeks. I have stayed over night pet sitting a black lab, and a temperamental cat for a week. I will pet sit for my parents whenever they are out of town. They have two cats, a bearded dragon, and pit terrier/plot hound.
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Haley C.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$26/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I am a veterinarian assistant. Have been for over 5 years at multiple different practices. I have worked at a doggie daycare, for a dog walking service and many many pet sitting side jobs. I have 3 cats and 2 dogs of my own.
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Kaitlyn B.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I am offering pet sitting and walking services. I have had two years of experience with cats and dogs. I've worked with over 100's of animal of all temperaments. Shy or nervous rescues are no problem! I can handle any dog big or small, high energy, timid, low energy, giant breeds, counter surfers, etc.
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Pet Service Provider

Schenectady, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
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Expirence

Schenectady, NY

from
$22/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Years of experience, I have a dog of my own and I regularly have pet sit for 6+ years during the day and over night for weeks at a time.
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Pet Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi! I am a pet Mom. I've pet pets my entire life, cats and dogs mostly. Currently I have three dogs, a cat, 2 chinchillas, fish and a turtle! I LOVE animals! I'm willing to sit, feed, travel, walk, etc!
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Pet Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$45/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Sitting. I can train dogs and birds. I own dogs, birds, fish, and can take care of any kind of animal. I am a student at St Lawrence and am available morning, day, and evening.
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Hello!

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been dog sitting for my sister & brother for 5-6 years. I have also sat for my cousin when he had a puppy and an older dog. As well as my aunt, family friends, and neighbors. I've always loved animals, and grew up with a cat at home. I get along with dogs & cats very well. I'm pretty active so love going on walks and...
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Professional Dog Walker Qnd Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I worked for Philly Fit Dog for two years and loved it. I can walk, run or do active play. During my tenure at this job I also took care of cats and birds. For now I can only pet sit and can not board.
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Dog Walker/Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Sofia! I have been dog sitting and dog walking in my neighborhood for years! I love dogs and have a lot of experience taking care of them and taking care of my own dog!
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Pet Sitting

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
grooming
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
+ 1 more
As a dedicated animal lover, my experience encompasses the care of dogs, fish, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, and reptiles, with my current companions being three hermit crabs. I am characterized by my calm nature when interacting with animals, but I must note that I have an allergy to cats
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Amelia S.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
Hey I'm Amelia, I've been dog sitting for 5 years now for neighbors and family/friends. I have a pointer/lab mix of my own.
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Lily W.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I absolutely love animals! I have volunteered at homeward bound dog rescue many years, dog sit often, and overall have a lot of experience with animals. I am patient, understanding, and feel I am able to make the animal happy by suiting their needs:)
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Animal Lover

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have lived with and cared for animals all of my life. I love all dog and cat breeds and would love to assist in their caretaking. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I'm flexible, I have my own transportation, and I'm eager to meet new furry friends!
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Claire H.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have had numerous dog walking experiences, bunny sitting experiences and have lots of experience taking care of pets!
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Katherine L.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced with pet sitting for about 4+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. Doesn't matter any pet
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Ashley O.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Im a responsible and caring dog / cat lover who ensures safe, fun walks and attentive pet sitting!!!
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Laura M.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet-sitting for 1 year and have lots of previous experience interacting with animals. Specially, I have grown up with dogs and am very comfortable with various breeds. I am confident in my ability to follow feeding schedules, maintaining routines, and go for walks with them.
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Kathleen K.'s Photo

Animal Assistant

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have no pets of my own due to living situation but love cats and dogs. I'm willing to let them out, walk them, or feed them if that's what you need! Contact me for requests!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.96/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Schenectady, NY

Dog sitters near you in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY is $18.96.

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