Dog Walking in Albany

“Whitney was punctual, reliable, and conscientious. Our experience was hassle free and I was able to rest easy while away from home, knowing Sonny was in capable hands.”

tammy l.

About: There’s nothing greater than making a new furry best friend. Caring for and earning the trust of animals is the most rewarding experience. I’ve been a lifelong pet owner, as well as walked and sat pets for friends and family for 10 years. This is one of my passions, and I hope I can share the love! I am lucky enough to have a job that allows me to work at home and fluctuate my schedule. This ensures I’m able to give my undivided attention to the animal in my care. Any pet that I come across is treated as my own. I understand that pets have a spectrum of personalities and needs. I’m willing to put in the extra effort to make any animal feel safe and cared for, while respecting the boundaries of the pet, and owner.

“Brandy is so great! We booked her again after a house sit for dog walking. Communicative and no problems at all! We won’t hesitate to keep requesting Brandy for our pup!”

Micah S.

“Always wonderful. Alyssa is reliable, always goes the extra mile and, most importantly, our pups love her!”

Sara J.

About: I have grown up with all different types of animals like dogs, cats, guinea pigs, bunnies, etc. I am very much an animal lover and I treat all animals with love and respect! I have provided dog sitting services for over 10 years and have cared for dogs with all types of needs. I have experience in taking care of senior dogs, dogs with disabilities, dogs with high energy, and dogs of all sizes. I wouldn't say I have experience in professional training, but I have some experience in training my own dogs (and cat). I am currently a full-time nursing student with a part time job. My schedule is changing pretty frequently, but I am very organized and good at keeping my schedule updated. I am home most of the week doing classes online, so I do have a lot of extra time for pet sitting, dog walks, and drop ins! I pride myself in creating a safe and loving environment for all animals. I treat all animals with love and respect and I always aim to make sure they feel comfortable and safe. In my own home, I only have one cat, but I aim to make the home as safe and playful as I can for him. I intended to bring the same love to other people's homes.

“Hanna has been very attentive to my need for help with walking Jr. She has been very dependable and Jr. has enjoyed their walks. I highly recommend Hanna.”

Jeffrey H.

About: I have been around dogs and cats since before I could walk! I started pet sitting for my neighbors when I was a kid and have spent most of my life helping out my friends and family with their pets. I am a huge animal lover and also very active! I often pet sit for my friends and love to take their dogs on walks and runs. I live in Albany with my cat, Bill, and work from home a lot so I have lots of availability and would love some more dog time in my life! I work from home four days a week (wednesday’s i am in office) so i have a lot of availability to spend time with your dog! I am also an active runner and walker, so I can get your pup outside and get out energy if that’s what they need, or we can cuddle up inside and play or hang out :) I live in a spacious two-bedroom apartment with lots of grassy areas and walking paths around. I do have a cat, he gets along well with dogs, but your pup would need to be okay with cats! I have a very gentle approach to dogs and respecting their boundaries is so important to me. Depending on what you prefer for your dog, they are free to roam my apartment and be on furniture, unless you prefer them not to be! I have some experience training so if you’re in the middle of building habits, i will adhere to those practices :)

About: I’ve always grown up with pets in the house and we’ve had dogs in all ranges from chihuahuas to siberian huskies! I trained all three of our huskies to sit, shake, lay down, pray, roll over, etc. They are also all leash trained. My cats are fed twice daily so I definitely understand the importance of keeping a routine with pets! We are fortunate to have an automatic litter box, but I truly don’t mind cleaning litter boxes/picking up after pets. My cats have been trained to stay off furniture in my home and are leash trained to go on walks with me. They are fed twice a day and has access to their space which includes their food and water, litter box, cat tree, and toys at all times.

About: I have had a cat for over 20 years and a dog for the last 7 years. I am sensitive and caring towards animals and would like to help you out by looking after your fur babies to give you piece of mind. I have experience giving medicine to both dogs and cats. My previous cat required a pill daily. I have also given medications to the dogs and cats I have watched per the owners' instructions. I work part-time from home right now, so I have plenty of time available for pet care including dog walking and checking on pets. I walk my own dogs every day. I am very detail oriented and will follow any and all instructions you have for caring for your pet. I know how stressful it can be to be away from pets and want to make it easy for others.

About: I have cared for dogs for about 10 years now since having my own when I was a kid and constantly being around them and entertaining them to the fullest and ensuring they are happy, healthy and comfortable as their lives go on. All of the duties being walking, feeding, playing, and entertaining the dog throughout the whole day. I am skilled with being patient, kind, assertive and playful with each and every type of dog. I work full-time at a 24hr vet hospital so I am constantly around dogs & cats! My schedule is Tuesday-Friday so I will be fully available on Saturday-Mondays! I hope to get the opportunity to meet your fur babies! :) I’m currently working full-time, Tuesday-Fridays & am available on Saturday-Monday throughout the day! I work at a vet hospital & have 1 dog of my own so I am constantly around pups all day long! I am the one who is mainly feeding, picking up after, playing & walking my dog. I enjoy relaxing and just simply hanging out with her as well!

“Isa was great with my dog. She went above and beyond to ensure he was taken care of while I was out of town. Isa communicated a lot and always send updates about walks and how my dog was doing alongside cute images. She made sure that he got attention and even read him stories! I will definitely have Isa watch him again when needed, she is a very trustworthy and wonderful sitter.”

Zak H.

About: My personal dog and I have experience on high elevation mountains that are demanding physically and mentally. We will be able to provide your dog with an enriching experience in nature while staying safe. I am a traveling school speech therapist assistant currently on summer break looking for side jobs to keep me afloat and save money for graduate school. I have my own vehicle and my own large breed dog that will always accompany on my pack walks. We will hit hiking trails starting at 4:30am to be done with the walks by 8am during the Arizona summer.

“Carlos is amazing. My dog’s walking behavior changed just about immediately during our meet & greet! Carlos clearly has the knowledge and skills to be an excellent dog trainer and I feel so lucky that we found him. There are few people I would recommend as highly! 🐾”

Sarah G.

About: I have years of experience volunteering with Humane Society and doing at home care for friends, family and have been expanding from that via word of mouth. I’ve participated in training classes during my volunteering. I also have experience with caring for wildlife animals. I’m comfortable with disabled or elderly. I'm also comfortable working with medications. I go above and beyond for your pets needs. My goal is to provide your fur baby the best care and to make sure they are living their best life while you're away! I am available Monday-Sunday. Providing fulltime care to your pets. This is my job and I make sure I have the time to do what I need for you & your pet. I do care in clients home. I show up and make sure everyone is comfortable and has their needs met before I settle. I always check in with the clients when I arrive and throughout my time there. I follow all instructions left or given by clients. Making sure the day to day is as normal of a routine for the pets as possible.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all breeds and sizes since I was 10 years old. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me with walking, feeding, bathing, and giving their pets lots of love and attention. I also have experience with senior pets and pets who need medication. I managed a pet sitting business for over a year, so I’m very familiar with handling schedules, routines, and giving pets the care they’re used to, even when their humans are away! Housesitting and dog walks are my one and only job! If your pet needs early morning care, midday check-ins, or evening snuggles, I’ll work with you to make sure their routine stays consistent and stress-free. I’m also available for overnight stays and weekend visits, just let me know what works best for you and your pets! When caring for pets in your home, I always respect your space and follow your instructions carefully. From feeding routines to walk routes and medication needs. I make sure doors and gates are securely closed and keep a close eye on pets during outdoor time. I aim to keep your pet’s environment as stress-free and familiar as possible, so they feel safe and loved while you're away.

“Kaitlyn was super kind, communicative, and patient with my senior dog. Would absolutely book again :-)”

Esther A.

About: I have had pets my whole life, different kinds, and ages! I am willing to help with any medication or any special request nothing is too big or too small for me to help with for your peace of mind! I work full time as a QC chemist, but my job is very flexible anyday! I am around almost all the time in the area unless I am going somewhere myself! I have a fenced in yard and two dogs myself. One is 6 years old who is a high energy husky and a 3 year old tuff chiweenie. 😅I have a wife and kids that will extra love on your fur babies as well if you want your fur baby to meet them!

About: I've personally had cats, dogs, fish, reptiles, and amphibians since I was a young child. I currently home a sassy Cat, and Leopard Gecko(: I also help my parents take care of our families' dog (Doberman/Lab mix) and cat. I have experience working as a volunteer at a Shelter, Intern Zookeeper, Wildlife Rehabilitator, Pet Care Specialist, and Associate Dog Groomer (~4 years experience). I have also worked extensively in Wildlife Ecology for the past 6 years, working with and handling every taxa of animal. I recently obtained my Master's degree in Wildlife Ecology at Iowa State University and am currently pursuing my Doctoral degree at OSU in the same field! I am free most Afternoons and Weekends, but accommodations can be made to check in early in the morning or occasionally through the day as well! When it comes to house sitting - I am unavailable to stay all day everyday on weekdays, but can make accommodations to be there frequently during the day. It might be easier to book multiple drop-ins for this if you’d prefer. On weekends I am available to stay all day/evenings! I am highly trained by both private and public institutions in the handling, care, and research of a variety of domestic, exotic, and wild animals; so no pup or cat is too extra for me!

“Lydia deserves more than five stars. She’s so confident, calm, and cool with my pup. He was immediately ready to go with her and came back just as happy. She’s also very personable and easy to talk to you and open to whatever tips you have about your pet. I will definitely be calling her more often.”

Suzanne D.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs since the moment I could walk and talk. I’ve been called the dog whisperer by many friends, family, strangers. I have been a dog lover since the day I was born. I will make sure your pup is well cared for and loved! I currently dont have a job so im pretty much free to help whenever you need! I do have a 5 month old baby that may or may not come with me. I’ll take your dog on walks around the neighborhood! If that’s what they’re into of course. If not, I’ll make sure we get some quality time inside and outside either playing or cuddling. I’ll make sure your pup gets the right amount of food and water.