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Melissa T.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
Hello my name is Melissa I m a 55 year old non smoker non drinker with excellent references. I've had pets for many years and I have a soft spot in my heart for them. Currently we have one cat who's 6 years old and Recently we lost our pug of 15 years. I m trust worthy with years of experience caring for my own pets as well as...

Eric B. says "Melissa is a very reliable person. She has been able to handle all of the details of my requests. I am very glad that she has been able to walk my dog...

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Quinn R.

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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Kaleigh W.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I have two dogs and two cats of my own! I am very familiar with handling animals and I enjoy it! I am familiar with feeding and walking animals as well.
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Jenessa B.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for the elderly, from long term rehab to tbi tubefeed and vent patients , I've also cared for infants to teenagers. Also am willing to help with pet care as in walking grooming, and pet sitting . With me, your children and...
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Shadia A.

Schenectady, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have always had a love for pets! I have experience in pet sitting, walking and all around pet care
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Lauren G.

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
We have had multiple pets throughout our lives, but we currently have a dog (golden doodle), a cat, and an albino ball python. I have experience in staying at someone's home to take care of their animals while they were away, but I would need to bring my dog with me if that were the case. I am able to go early morning to late at...
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Lauren W.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and fish. I can clean tanks, walk dogs, feed cats, and meet almost any need. I also can transport animals!
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Laura M.

Schenectady, NY

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$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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Tori F.

Schenectady, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I'm Tori. I'm available to walk, sit, and board your animal. I have fostered a dog in the past, been a paid dog sitter, and grown up with cats and dogs around me.
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Brooke L.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
grooming
boarding
+ 1 more
I absolutely love animals! I have 2 dogs myself that are really more like my babies than actual dogs. Before moving here to the Tampa area in 2011 my husband and I lived in New York. There I walked and cared for peoples' pets daily and also housesat while they were vacationing. I am very reliable and I will treat your pets like...
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Valeriia M.

I Love Pets!

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Since childhood, I have always been surrounded by pets, and this has become an integral part of my life. In Russia, I had a dog that I carefully looked after: I walked it, fed it, monitored its health and spent time teaching it basic commands. Due to forced emigration, I was forced to leave my pet, which was a real loss for me,...
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Jess C.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Passionate animal lover with experience caring for pets. I provide reliable, loving pet sitting to keep your furry friends happy and safe while you're away. Whether it's walks, playtime, or cuddles, I treat every pet like my own!
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Amelia R.

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
9 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm 30 years old. I have previous experience with dogs and cats. I currently have 2 cats living with me and my family. I also have a rescue dog. Cleaning waste and walking is no problem. I am friendly and caring. I have an almost 11-month-old daughter. Im trying to pick up jobs to bring in more money to my household.
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Jennifer W.

Schenectady, NY

from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up taking care of animals. I've had a few different dogs and cats. I've helped family and friends take care of their animals when away on vacation. Feeding, walking, bathing, cleaning ect. I love animals and will see the care for them.
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Nancy A.

Your Pets Are Family To Me! No Creature Too Great Or Too Small :)

Schenectady, NY

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi I'm Nancy! I have 2 years of professional pet sitting experience. I can help with Dog Training and Pet Transportation. Pet sitting (boarding not available) and dog walking as well. Your pets are family to me. :) No creature too big or too small!!
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Kathleen K.

Animal Assistant

Schenectady, NY

from
$18/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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Elena G.

Love The 4 Legged Ones!

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned pets my whole life from cats and dogs to birds and horses and lizards! I take them to vet appointments and care for them everyday! I'd describe my personality as bubbly , outgoing and caring I like working with animals because I think they are adorable and deserve the best care they can get! I'm looking for a...
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Nicole D.

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Nicole! I'm an animal lover who enjoys spending time with pets of all kinds. Whether it's walks, playtime, feeding, or just giving them extra love and attention, I make sure every pet feels safe, happy, and cared for. I know how important pets are-they're family-and I treat them with the same care and kindness I'd want...
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Candida S.

Schenectady, NY

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
I love dogs and enjoy taking them for walks and feeding them food also I don't mind to play with them like catching the ball and ect
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Tinatini H.

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up on a farm and had many different animals to care for, including chickens, dogs, cats, bunnies, and cows. I myself had two dogs and about five cats that I loved and cared for. In the States, I've owned one pit bull, one Cane Corso, and two Yorkies. I provided care for our family friends' pets as well, grooming,...
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  • 60 dog walkers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog walkers is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Schenectady, NY

A local dog walker near you in Schenectady, NY will cost you an average of $18.00 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of December 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.

Care.com has 26 dog walkers offering services in Schenectady, NY. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Schenectady 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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady, NY to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.

When searching for dog walkers near you in Schenectady, 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 26 dog walkers near you in Schenectady, 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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