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Samantha B.

Animal Lover!

Dover Plains, NY

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am currently 18 years old, and looking to care for any animals! I grew up around animals all my life, and love to play and care for them. I am an athletic person, and would love to go on runs or walks with your dogs, if needed. If you have any questions, please feel free to message me.
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Cyndi A.

Dover Plains, NY

from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been working with a dog rescue group for over 8 years fostering puppies/dogs in my home till we can find them there fur ever home. I do pet sitting in my home or yours while you are enjoying a wonderful family vacation. If you are working a long shift and need someone to let you pup out for a while, I would love go for...
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Kelly B.

Pet sitter

Dover Plains, NY

from
$16/hr
9 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting and dog walking for over 7 years, I have had dogs and cats ever since I can remember. I love to take care of animals.
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Mikayla R.

Dog Lover!

Poughquag, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have my own dog who I love taking to parks, beaches, on walks, and cuddling with! I have experience staying overnight in homes watching dogs and following owners guidelines for their dog and home! I am open to walking dogs, dog sitting, stopping by, or watching your dog over night!
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Lana L.

Pawling, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have several years of experience caring for dogs and cats. I love animals. I would provide tender loving care to your pets when you cannot. I will do dog walks and pet sitting.
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Caroline M.

Dog Sitter

Millbrook, NY

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
I've been surrounded by dogs my whole life and have experience caring for a variety of breeds and personalities. Whether your pup loves long walks, playtime, or just cuddling on the couch, I'm happy to tailor my care to meet their needs. I'm reliable, attentive, and ready to provide a safe and loving environment while you're...
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Brianna D.

Pet Sitter

Gaylordsville, CT

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have cared for dogs before, walked them, given them medication, prepped their meals, and most importantly shown them love! I am very comfortable with almost all animals!
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Debra D.

Poughquag, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've been around animals all my life. Raised with cats, currently have cats and a dog. Have had birds, gerbils and a rabbit. Enjoy walking and playing with the fury friends !! I am available for early morning and lunch time pet care !
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Cassidy M.

Pet Care

Lagrangeville, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had a cat for 10 years and care for her everyday. For the last 10 years or so I have been dog sitting/ walking for family, neighbors.
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Jayne M.

My Pet Care Experience

Kent, CT

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi greetings, My name is Jayne. Thank you very much for your time and consideration today. I am interested in a pet care position. I am a warm caring person. I am dependable and hardworking and will arrive when I am expected to be there. I can take care of all of your pets needs. I will do the walking/exercising, playing and...
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Ashley H.

Fun And Loving Sitter

Lagrangeville, NY

from
$19/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with all-sized animals' Pet Sitting, Pet Walking and Pet Transportation. I absolutely love all animals. I love the outdoors, hiking and kayaking especially and I have tons of energy to play with your pets.
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Alicia S.

I'm Alicia !:) I've Been Working With Animals Since I Was About 8 Years Old & Animals Are My Passion

Poughquag, NY

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Alicia & I'm a caregiver of all kinds. I've been working with animals from a young age & have a passion for them. I've worked with many neighbors, family members & friends of friends to build my profile. I have worked with animals & such for about 3 years while getting paid & about 8 years if you count family pet sitting...
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Adrianna W.

Dog Sitting And Walking!

Wingdale, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there, My name is Adrianna. I'm an active 26-year-old with many years of pet owning experience. I've had a wide variety of breeds throughout my life, including labs, collies and mixed breeds. Currently we have 2 chiweenie mixes, a Jack Russel and the baby Teddy who's a German Shepherd mix. We also have 3 black cars in the...
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Jacqueline L.

Dog Walker

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
Pet walking
I currently provide care for my own animals but would love to take care of your animals as well! I am looking for someone who needs a dog walker. Most availability is during the week, however some weekend walks would be possible. I do travel, so the best fit would be for someone who is not 100% relying on me, but needs some help...
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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
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
+ 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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Barbara J.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of furry friends for over 40 years. I have raised, bred, and shown Irish Setters. I have shown our family Himalayan in Household Pet Shows. I love the mixed breeds feline and canine and all have been members of the family. I have worked throughout many years for veterinarians and have a background as well in...

Kara A. says "Barbara was wonderful and my pets loved her! She stayed at our house for a week while we were away on vacation. She sent us updates every day, kept the...

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Lauren T.

Pet Sitter In Poughkeepsie

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Lauren, and I am an animal lover. I grew up with labradors and German Shepards and have experience with cats. Full time teacher but available on evenings or weekends for walks or sitting.
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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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Kathleen A.

Part Time Pet Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
As a lifelong pet lover and owner, I can definitely help you with your pet care needs! I can provide boarding services in my home , as well as pet sitting care, walking, feeding, playtime, etc., in your home also. Tell me what your pet care needs are, I look forward to hearing from you!

Celeste E. says "I cannot give a higher recommendation for pet care. Kittie helped my husband and I through a very hectic time during unexpected home renovations. She was...

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Samantha F.

Experienced In Dog Walking, Sitting And Basic Training.

Wappingers Falls, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
dog training
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I have owned and cared for both dogs and cats all my life. I have experience in walking dogs, house sitting and caring for both dogs and cats, feeding and administering medicine. I am also a volunteer at the SPCA, where I walk, feed and help train and exercise shelter dogs.
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of June 2025

Recent dog walker reviews from local parents in Dover Plains, NY

Dog Walkers in Dover Plains, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog walkers

Diane V.

Diane has always been great and caring with our pets, both our blind poodle and our elderly tuxedo cat. Dependable, reliable and...

- Care member

Barbara J.

Barbara was wonderful and my pets loved her! She stayed at our house for a week while we were away on vacation. She sent us updates every...

- Kara A.

Kathleen A.

I cannot give a higher recommendation for pet care. Kittie helped my husband and I through a very hectic time during unexpected home...

- Celeste E.

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Dover Plains, NY

A local dog walker near you in Dover Plains, NY will cost you an average of $16.67 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of June 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 3 dog walkers offering services in Dover Plains, NY. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Dover Plains or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Dover Plains to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.

Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Dover Plains, NY to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Dover Plains, NY, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.

On Care.com, there are currently 3 dog walkers near you in Dover Plains, NY that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.

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