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Lori K.

Caring For Pets Makes Me Smile!

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
Hello! I am a mother of two grown boys, and two sweet dogs, a grandma, and the wife of an amazing husband. I've been the proud owner of dogs for over 30 years! I am also a certified dog trainer and can provide training in the comfort of your home. I am self-employed and provide my human clients with housekeeping, companionship,...

Guy G. says "Lori is the best! Kind, trustworthy and does a phenomenal job. We don't know what we'd do without Lori. "

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Pet Service Provider

Schenectady, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
Hello my name is Lisbeth. I'm an experienced dog walker, pet sitter and all around great pet companion. I have cared for dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, lizards and many more perfect animals. I have 25 years experience. I go above and beyond to make sure you and your pet are fully, completely happy. I can administrate medicine,...
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Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
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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Ayla M.'s Photo

Pet Care!

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! I absolutely love animals and would love to take care of your babies. I am currently home from college where I major in biology and hope to study animals someday! I will treat your animals like they are my own and make sure to give them love while you're gone! I have experience taking care of dogs, cats, and fish, but am...
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Pet Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi! I am a pet Mom. I've pet pets my entire life, cats and dogs mostly. Currently I have three dogs, a cat, 2 chinchillas, fish and a turtle! I LOVE animals! I'm willing to sit, feed, travel, walk, etc!
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Pet Care

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
6 years experience
I am looking to take on some pet sitting. I work at a veterinary hospital. I have tons of experience with animals.
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Personal Pet Care Worker

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I worked for my grandmas friend, who was an older woman that had trouble getting around, in 2023 as a housekeeper and a caretaker for her pets.
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Pet Sitter

Schenectady, NY

from
$45/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
grooming
dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Grooming and Pet Sitting. I can train dogs and birds. I own dogs, birds, fish, and can take care of any kind of animal. I am a student at St Lawrence and am available morning, day, and evening.
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Friendly Fun Pet Sitter!!!

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi!! My name is April and I am a recent high school graduate. During my time in high school I ended in the top 10 of my class, captains of the varsity track and volleyball team as well as the president of National Honor Society and Key Club. I am a big animal lover, I have my own Cat named Addy who I love dearly! I look forward...
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Pet-Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
+ 1 more
I am just breaking out in pet care giving field. I have my own 5-year-old Australian Cattle Dog. I love dogs and cats and can play with them and take care of them and walk your dog while you are not able to. I can watch your dogs or cats in your own home and am available in short notice. I am not available to stay overnight if...
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Pet Sitting

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
grooming
dog training
pet transportation
+ 1 more
As a dedicated animal lover, my experience encompasses the care of dogs, fish, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, and reptiles, with my current companions being three hermit crabs. I am characterized by my calm nature when interacting with animals, but I must note that I have an allergy to cats
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I Love Pets!

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Animal Assistant

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Animal Lover

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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Animal Lover

Schenectady, NY

from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
My name is Nicolette Animal lover all my life, I have 2 doggies and 3 cats. I have years of experience for care for dogs and cats with medical issues. And understand how important it is for them to get their medication on time.
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Major Animal Spoiler

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Animals have always been a part of my life. Whatever my son brought home was welcome!! I have cared for friends dogs when they vacationed.
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Animal Lover

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a caring and loving animal lover, grew up with pets and they are angels in my heart. I have ample experience taking care of dogs and cats, will feed and walk them and treat them like family.
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Animals Are My Passion

Schenectady, NY

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Recently relocated looking for work to build my business in baking and also pet care. Flexible and is reliable.
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An Animal Lover Who Is Reliable, Communicative And Responsible.

Schenectady, NY

from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I just graduated college for my bachelors. I love animals and have had dogs and cats since I was born. Right now, I only have a cat and chinchilla, but I have spent my whole life taking care of both cats and dogs. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly, and hard working. I'm looking for a job that lets me...
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Rebecca S.'s Photo

Schenectady, NY

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have lots of experience with pets! I had 3 dogs growing up and a few cats too. I'm a stay at home mom with free time to help out with some adorable animals. Let me know if I can help!
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  • 84 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.49/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated pet care is 5.0

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Schenectady, NY

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.49 per hour as of June 2025. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 84 pet care providers in Schenectady, NY offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Schenectady or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Schenectady, NY such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Schenectady, NY for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Schenectady, NY such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Schenectady, NY for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Schenectady, NY, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Schenectady, NY, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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