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49 dog sitters are listed in Ithaca, NY

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years

Dog sitters in Ithaca, NY

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Hallie L.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Dog/cat Sitter

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I have grown up around animals and currently have two small myself. But love animals of all kinds and sizes! I have a flexible schedule which allows for time to play with/spend time with your pet.
Hallie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Anna M.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Pet Caretaker

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I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and have experience caring for my own for 8+ years. I have also cared for neighbors and friends' dogs, cats, and fish in the past.
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Flannery S.


Ithaca, NY

$8-15/hr

Diligent And Enthusiastic Pet Sitter

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Hello! I'm a soon-to-be freshman at Cornell University looking to pet sit or dog walk before I leave in late August. I am great with animals and have early morning to early afternoon availability.
Flannery can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Juliane S.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter With A Love For Birds, Cats, And Dogs!

5.0

(2)

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I go above and beyond my clients' expectations of care for their animals. Both one-time and long-term pet sitting services are available for birds, cats, and/or dogs. I bring professionalism and trustworthiness to every encounter with clients. While in college, a professor once remarked, "Juliane, if I can't trust you, who can I...
Juliane can also help with: Pet sitting

Recent reviews:

5.0
I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation. I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really...

Reviewed by Monica V.

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Harold R.


Ithaca, NY

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is (Harold) and I am a 6th year physical therapy student. I have two years of dog sitting and boarding experience and I love dogs of all types!
Harold can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Amber E.


Ithaca, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Caregiver Available Weekdays After 4PM And Most Weekends!

5.0

(1)

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I provide pet sitting in your home! I've been around many different animals my whole life. I'm most comfortable pet sitting for dogs and cats. Would love to bring them on walks and play!
Amber can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting

Recent review:

5.0
Amber pet-sat for our 2 cats while we were out of town. She was responsive, dependable and friendly. Loved working with her and would definitely hire again!

Reviewed by Katherine S.

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Beatrice K.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible Full Time Or Part Time Pet Caregiver!!

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I can provide dog sitting or any pet sitting in your own home. I have had a few dogs in my lifetime and still have a dog, so I am experienced with this area! I am patient and love spending time with dogs no matter the size, age, breed as long as they are friendly and do not bite/attack! I can give your dog baths as well if...
Beatrice can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Audrey G.


Ithaca, NY

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Lover Looking For Part-time Morning Work

5.0

(1)

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I have a love for animals, especially dogs. I've grown up with dogs in my house my whole life and have experience with larger breeds. I previously was a sitter for a rotweiler mix. (My family currently has a hyper 90 pound pitbull mix) I can walk, feed, and play with your furry friends! I currently work as a doggy daycare...
Audrey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation

Recent review:

5.0
Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.

Reviewed by Rebecca T.

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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Pet Sitter

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Hi there! Thanks for taking a look at my profile. I work full-time as a teaching assistant at OCM Boces and live in Cortland. I used to walk dogs full time while also working in retail and I promise to love your pet just as much as you do! I have 2 cats of my own, Peaches and Reggie. I would have a dog of my own if I could but...
Exley can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Jenna G.


Ithaca, NY

$14-18/hr1 yrs exp

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I have been a dog sitter in the past for up to two dogs at a time. I have experience caring for different breeds of dogs, with varying health needs and special routines and diets.
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Megan G.


Ithaca, NY

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm an occupational therapy graduate student at Ithaca College who's home in Pittsburgh for the summer! I am a passionate animal lover with extensive experience in caring for pets of all sizes. I believe that pets deserve the best care and attention, and I am committed to providing that for them. I had the pleasure of...
Megan can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine, pet walking

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Hello! My name is Brinley and I'm from Ithaca NY. Although I don't have much experience with pet sitting, besides for friends and family when they travel, I've been taking care of pets in my own home for years! My Dad is a vet tech so he would often come home with a new pet he just couldn't say goodbye to at the end of the day....

Recent review:

5.0
Our pets loved having Brinley in our home for the holiday! They were very happy while she was here and our house was spotless when we returned. Her communication and eagerness was great making her very easy to...

Reviewed by Care member

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Hallie B.


Ithaca, NY

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Dog Sitter!

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have dogsat a 50-pound puppy for a while, and I really enjoy working with animals. I have always wanted a dog and would be thrilled to help out!
Hallie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Gizem O.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
Gizem can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Sasha T.


Ithaca, NY

$15/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi there! I'm an animal lover with a passion for providing top-notch pet care. With experience caring for my own two dogs and cat, as well as dog sitting for the guiding eyes for the blind club at Cornell where I work with dogs in training to be seeing eye dogs, I have the skills and knowledge to give your furry friends the love...
Sasha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Kiersten D.


Ithaca, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

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I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I am a loving pet owner of two cats who are both my pride and joy. I've grown up around both dogs and cats my entire life--small and large. I am comfortable with ALL breeds (As a child I grew up with a Rottweiler and a Doberman) I also have a year experience working at a dog daycare...
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Della H.


Ithaca, NY

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi there! I'm Della. I have been pet sitting and house sitting for friends as needed for much of my adult life, and I always enjoy it. My family has had many cats and dogs throughout the years who I have been the primary caregiver to. It comes naturally to me, and I love meeting a new animal friend. Please feel free to ask me...
Della can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Bailey W.


Ithaca, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Pet And Livestock Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I promise to treat your pet like they're my own. I have 10+ years of personal and paid experience caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, poultry, horses, pigs, and other livestock and exotic animals! I grew up with pets and livestock during my 10 years in 4-H. I've administered medications, worked with elderly/special needs pets, and...
Bailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation

Recent review:

5.0
Bailey took great care of our senior dogs, cats, and flock of chickens, as well as our home while we were away. They required extra care with medications, feeding, and blindness, and Bailey managed it all, as...

Reviewed by Care member

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Avery M.


Ithaca, NY

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter Here To Help!

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Hi! My name is Avery, I'm 25 and I have had pets my whole life. I have a cat now, and I have always had cats growing up, but I've also had a variety of small animals including some reptiles. I have never had a dog myself because my younger sister is allergic but have done an extensive amount of dog sitting, and my older sister...
Avery can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Laney S.


Ithaca, NY

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Laney, and I'm a recent graduate from Ithaca College looking for families to occasionally pet sit outside of my 9-5! I have been a dog/cat/chicken sitter for over 5 years, and have lots of experience with dogs of all ages. I am happy to stay overnight with your pets, take them for walks, etc. I assure you...
Laney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Ithaca, NY

Juliane S.

5.0

I highly recommend Juliane for petsitting! She did a great job taking care of my 2 cats while I was on vacation. I was nervous because both my cats are really shy around strangers, but I can tell she really is a cat person because they both came out to meet her right away and she texted me a...

- Monica V.

Amber E.

5.0

Amber pet-sat for our 2 cats while we were out of town. She was responsive, dependable and friendly. Loved working with her and would definitely hire again!

- Katherine S.

Audrey G.

5.0

Audrey gave our exuberant young dog GREAT care while we were away. Audrey communicates very well, is punctual, and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.

- Rebecca T.

Brinley E.

5.0

Our pets loved having Brinley in our home for the holiday! They were very happy while she was here and our house was spotless when we returned. Her communication and eagerness was great making her very easy to work with! Will definitely hire her again soon!

- Care member

Bailey W.

5.0

Bailey took great care of our senior dogs, cats, and flock of chickens, as well as our home while we were away. They required extra care with medications, feeding, and blindness, and Bailey managed it all, as well as being very thoughtful, kind, and communicative.

- Care member

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Dog Sitters in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 49 listed dog sitters.