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Kathleen T.

Patient & Loving Dogsitter

Aquebogue, NY

from
$16/hr
30 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
Hello! My name is Kathy . I reside in Aquebogue. I have 30+ yrs experience both professionally and personally . I was employed by the Smithown Guide Dog for a few years. Duties included; feeding, cleaning kennels, administering meds as needed, bathing, playing/exercising over 100 dogs/puppies. I own a yellow lab who is very...
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Gina G.

Animal Lover Caregiver

Riverhead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
I can provide dog sitting in your home. I am a huge animal lover and have worked in the animal field for over 20 years. I am a retired breeder of Labrador retrievers and french bulldogs. I am also a dog trainer. I am involved in doing pet therapy with my own animals that own and are a part of my family. Please feel free to...

Stephanie M. says "Gina is so wonderful! She has such a soft spoken, warm demeanor and shows how much she truly cares by being patient, calm, and nurturing. She also took...

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Sydney M.

PetSitter! Any Type Of Pets! Farm Or Household

Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 6 pets, 3 dogs and three cats( also some fish). I have been working on farms since I was 10 years old. Grew up riding horses and caring for animals. I worked at Little Red Barn for 6 years, with Ponies, Ducks, Pigs, Goats, Horses, and Bunnies! Now, I have been at Goodale farms for 3 years working with the Goats/ (kids),...
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Charlotte R.

Pet Care/Sitting

Calverton, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
hi there! I have extensive experience caring for animals including cats and dogs. I have lived with dogs my entire life and currently live with 4 cats. I know how important our animals are to us which is why I carry out my stole with the utmost trust and care.
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Elizabeth K.

Manorville, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been dog sitting for 4+ years as well as having grown up with dogs all my life. Currently I have 3 Great Danes, so I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes and energy levels. I know how to care for dogs and genuinely love spending time with them.
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Erin F.

Animal Lover !

Riverhead, NY

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience pet sitting dogs and cats. I love all animals, however I am allergic to rodents (hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, etc.) !
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Avril G.

East Quogue, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Dog sitter and nanny here! I have experience taking care of dogs for over 4 years. I myself, have a Maltipoo. He is a bundle of joy! I love dogs and love caring for them. I am reliable and responsible and would love to help out whenever possible. I am a college student working dog sitting and babysitting as a side hustle. I hope...

Sophie S. says "Avril was a fantastic babysitter. We had a bit of a last minute request to watch our five nephews one night and she jumped into action and was so...

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Shannon Q.

Eat. Play. Love.

Patchogue, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am the perfect choice for your pet sitting / dog walking needs because I genuinely love and care for animals. I have experience handling pets with patience, responsibility, and enthusiasm. Your pets safety, happiness, and well-being are my top priorities, and I'll make sure they get the exercise, attention, and affection they...

Care Member says "Shannon is amazing she takes such good care of my Allie! She’s always happy when she comes home and she no longer shows signs of anxiety like when I had...

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Isabella A.

Fun Sitter, Great With Cats And Dogs Of Any Age

Medford, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
I am 23 years old, and an animal lover. I am comfortable taking care of I am comfortable taking care of dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, and bunnies. I am a non-smoker. I have no problem feeding, walking, playing/exercising, and giving medication. I have an associates degree in veterinary science technology, so I know a lot about...
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Taylor H.

Pet Sitting/Dog Walking

East Setauket, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of pets for years, I currently have three dogs myself. I am comfortable with almost any type of animal from cats and dogs to reptiles and small pets (hamsters, gerbils, etc.) I have experience with large dog breeds as well.
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Karalyce S.

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I'm aPeaceful, Quiet, Kind, Understanding, Flexible caregiver I like working w/animals bc I can quickly develop a strong connection with them. Make them feel confident around me and safe I began to be exposed to diff. animal care in my youth. Having a variety of pets in my home&assisting in their care has given me time to...

Care Member says "Very dedicated and very helpful loves animals period . Trustworthy and I will utilize her services again ."

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Dafne G.

Animal Lover

Farmingville, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I live and work in Northport as a nanny but I also work as a dog sitter and dog walker too! I am responsible and loving. I grew up with lots of dogs and cats too. Feel free to send me a message and ask more questions :)
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Samantha S.

Pet Loving Dog And Cat Sitter.

Holtsville, NY

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience
I am a pet owner of two dogs and two cats. I love working with animals, especially pet sitting and dog walking! I'll be sure to treat your animals as if they were my own.
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Donna G.

A Helping Hand

Port Jefferson, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Pet sitting available or any pet care needed. I love animals and would love to care for your pet while you are busy at work or play. I love any animal, big or small. I clean litter boxes or cages, or will take your dog for a walk to the dog park if you wish. I will treat your loved pet as if it were my own!
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Aprillina S.

Part-Time Pet Care

Shirley, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, I am Aprillina and I am a babysitter, a nanny and also a pet sitter. Contact me if you need help walking your dogs or take care of your cats while you are away. References are given upon request. Thank you.
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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
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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Kianna A.

Kind Pet Sitter

Quogue, NY

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
I have had pets (dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, etc) my whole childhood and still do. I love and care for every animal as if they were my own.
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Payton M.

Port Jefferson, NY

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have grown up with animals my entire life. I have had cats, dogs, hamsters and fish, . Caring for animals has always been apart of my life. In addition to caring for my personal pets I started pet sitting 3 years ago. I currently am a sophomore at Florida Atlantic University, I look forward to helping you out with your fur...
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Jessica R.

Experienced Animal Caretaker, Sitter And Dog Walker

Holbrook, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had three dogs personally which I have cared for. I currently own and care for three cats. I love all animals and have experience taking care of cats and dogs. I have experience working as a dog walker and pet sitter.
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Barbara F.

Holbrook, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
We currently own a dog and a cat. I have had pets all of my life and am often asked to pet sit neighbor's pets while they are away.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Wading River, NY

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

Gina G.

Gina is so wonderful! She has such a soft spoken, warm demeanor and shows how much she truly cares by being patient, calm, and nurturing....

- Stephanie M.

Avril G.

Avril was a fantastic babysitter. We had a bit of a last minute request to watch our five nephews one night and she jumped into action and...

- Sophie S.

Shannon Q.

Shannon is amazing she takes such good care of my Allie! She’s always happy when she comes home and she no longer shows signs of anxiety...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wading River, NY

Dog sitters near you in Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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 Wading River, NY is $18.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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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