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Lauren H.

Hi, My Name Is Lauren!

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
+ 1 more
Hey there! I see you're in need of a sitter, and I'd love to help out! I have 5 years experience with taking care of animals and I genuinely enjoy spending time with them. Whether it's going for walks, playing fetch, or just giving them lots of love and attention, I'll make sure your furry friend feels at ease! Of course! Or are...
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Jennifer M.

Pleasant Valley, NY

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$16/hr
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover. I enjoy being around animals and wish to work with them if possible. My family and I have a male tuxedo cat. He is 10 years old. We adore him. I currently work part-time as a personal banker and am looking for some extra cash by caring for your pets on my days off. I am looking to walk your dog or pet sit...
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Angelica C.

Pleasant Valley, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I am more than willing to provide any pet sitting in your own home, etc. I am thoroughly experienced as to how I have grown up with animals that I have cared for, dogs and cats alike, etc. I have taken the time to "pet sit" for neighbors and family friends, etc. as well. I am a HUGE animal lover, all shapes and sizes! I can...
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Madeline O.

Lovable Pet Sitter

New Paltz, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Madeline and I provide pet care in your own home. I love all animals. I am also proficient in reptile and chicken care. Your babies will be well taken care of in my hands.
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Diane V.

Full Time Experienced Dog Sitter

Pleasant Valley, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
+ 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...
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Alexis M.

Responsible And Caring Pet Sitter

Highland, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I an a friendly animal lover with over 5 years experience taking care of animals in an in-home setting. I would consider myself a cat lover specifically, but love building a bond with animals of any kind.
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Hannah G.

Pet Sitter & Walker With Experience!!

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Hannah, I love all pets and grew up with dogs and cats. I'm a veterinary assistant at an animal hospital specializing in the emergency department and have done so for over 3 years. I have a soft spot for pit bulls but have a big heart for all furry friends! Currently, I'm not able to board in my home but I'm...
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Jadyn G.

Dog Sitter/ Walker

Walden, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I walked dogs as a job for a few years and often house sit/ dog sit! Having grown up with dogs, but not being able to have any in my current home, I'd love to help out when needed for some furry family members who may need love when family is gone or busy.

Jessica B. says "Jadyn had great communication, a positive attitude, and we really appreciated how she sent us photos of our kitties."

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Kayla D.

Pet Lover

Fishkill, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello, my name is Kayla! I'm currently 24 years old, living in NY with two lovely roommates. I am one of Jehovah's witnesses and moved from the Midwest to NY in order to do part-time volunteer work. If you need a one-time sitter for a couple of hours or are looking for a part-time nanny, please don't hesitate to get in touch...

Care Member says "Kayla babysat our girls for us on many occasions and was wonderful! We would still be hiring her but she moved to another location. Our youngest was a...

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Miriam G.

Part-time Pet Sitter Availabe

Newburgh, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a very patient, honest, moral person. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I am very experienced with dogs, cats, and have occasionally have sitted reptiles. I have had many pets of different sizes and ages throughout my life and have loved, and cared for them. I have administered insulin on my family labrador as...

Care Member says "She was on time for our initial visit and was communicative even prior to the booked days. She followed instructions properly and was overall great!...

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Juliette R.

High Falls, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! I'm Julie and I'm a college student who will be home for winter break until February 5th. I have 5 years of pet sitting experience with both cats and dogs. I have experience with administering medication to both as well. I am available to do pet sitting and dog walking. I find it important to mention that I am fully...
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Cyndi A.

Dover Plains, NY

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$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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Rebecca R.

Dog Walking & Pet Sitting

Rhinebeck, NY

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have taken care of many dogs & cats by going into the home daily to feed, walk, play. I am also available to stay in your home if needed.
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Sarah V.

Newburgh, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Reliable and loving pet sitter with over 10 years of experience in in-home care, feeding routines, and playtime for pets of all sizes and personalities. Committed to keeping your furry family members happy and safe.
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Melora R.

Ulster Park, NY

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$19/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been called the animal whisperer by family and friends! I love all animals and gravitate towards them immediately and they sense that and also love me! I have owned pets my whole life from dogs, cats, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits and birds! I have volunteered at shelters in the past and have done dog sitting at...
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Jacquelyn M.

Part-Time Care Or Overnight Care

Stormville, NY

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide pet sitting in your home, or when brought home with me. Loving and very patient. Very comfortable with baths and walking.
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Emily S.

Animal Lover And Life Time Pet Owner.

Accord, NY

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$16/hr
I have had pets my whole life, dogs, cats, guinea pig, hermit crabs, fish. I absolutely love animals, and love taking care of them. I have about 4 years of experience care taking cats and dogs. I have a lot of personal experience and would adore the opportunity to take care of your beautiful animal beings. I can provide dog...
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James H.

Pet Sitter/Caregiver

Kingston, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Grooming
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
My caring for pets (cats and dogs) spans 4 decades, both in the USA and abroad. For 8. 5 years I cared for 4 dogs (3 Standard Poodles and 1 Whippet) full-time for a family in Manhattan. Since I have relocated to the Hudson Valley in 2007, I have cared for 2 dogs and 5 cats off and on over the years for a family in Kingston in...
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Sara B.

Experienced Dog Walker

Kingston, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog walking and pet sitting in your home. I love all animals big or small. Not only as a 2 dog/3 cat owner-I am experienced in the pet sitting and dog walking world for the last 3 years.
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Anns E.

Gardiner, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Gentle Pet Care with a Loving Touch Hi, I'm Anna -- a lifelong animal lover offering boarding, sitting, walking, and home visits for dogs and cats in Gardiner, NY. I care for every pet as if they were my own, giving them comfort, attention, and fun in a cozy, spa-like home surrounded by nature. I only host one or two pets at a...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated home pet sitting is 5.0

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Poughkeepsie, NY

Home Pet Sitting in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Jadyn G.

Jadyn had great communication, a positive attitude, and we really appreciated how she sent us photos of our kitties.

- Jessica B.

Kayla D.

Kayla babysat our girls for us on many occasions and was wonderful! We would still be hiring her but she moved to another location. Our...

- Care member

Miriam G.

She was on time for our initial visit and was communicative even prior to the booked days. She followed instructions properly and was...

- Care member

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Poughkeepsie

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Poughkeepsie, NY will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of December 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Poughkeepsie, NY on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 11 in home pet sitters in Poughkeepsie, NY, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Poughkeepsie, NY can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Poughkeepsie, NY, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Poughkeepsie, NY. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.

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