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Sitter Profile Image: Ashleigh C.
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Ashleigh C.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Absolutely thrilled with Ashleigh. She cared for our Afghan Hound and 8 cats!!!! The animals loved her, she sent pics everyday, she has great communication, she cared for our home very well, she is easy going, I can’t say enough positive things about her. Highly highly recommend!!!!

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Corrie S.
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Colleen W.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Rotterdam, NY, 12306

Colleen is an amazing sitter! She took great care of Philly, was inquisitive about my dog/her routines. She was also VERY patient and forgiving.... my dog occasionally likes to dig through the trash apparently - she handled it perfectly. Will be coming back for services frequently! I highly recommend this sitter.

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Alexis W.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
28 reviews
7 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Scotia, NY, 12302

Alexis showed so much care for my kitty, Roo! She was consistent and transparent throughout the entire visit. I will absolutely book with her again.

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Brian L.
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$69
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4.9 out of 5 stars
155 reviews
84 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12306

We have used Brian before for overnight stays for our dog Molly! He is is great, very trustworthy and reliable! We will definitely use him again!

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Ashley R.
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Kylie C.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
5 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Kylie was great! 1000% will book again.

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Merissa & Nick M.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

Merissa is so wonderful, kind, prompt, and genuinely caring!! My boy loved her and she took amazing care of him!! Highly recommend her for all your pet care needs!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shantalee M.
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Shantalee M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

Shantalee did such an amazing job for us, I would define recommend her to family and friends. She was very respectful, responsible and caring to our pup. Thanks Shantalee!

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Petra Angelika L.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Westerlo, NY, 12193

Amazing experience for this new dog owner! Petra was extremely quick to reply and kept me up to date on how my puppy was doing my first night out after getting her. My dog was comfortable with her right away and Petra did an amazing job taking care of her.

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Anna C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Anna was wonderful with our high-energy 7-month-old Lab! She arrived on time, spent plenty of time outside with her even in the cold, and stayed for five hours. She followed all instructions and made sure our pup was fed lunch and dinner. We felt completely at ease and would absolutely recommend her.

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Sitter Profile Image: Natasha B.
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Natasha B.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
118 reviews
42 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

This was our first time having a sitter watch our pets in our home, Natasha was so great and made us comfortable during our entire time away knowing our pets were getting the care they needed. Thank you again so much!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica F.
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Jessica F.
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$70
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4.6 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

Jessica was a wonderful dog/house sitter for my 3 yr old Boxer Lucy. She truly allowed me to relax and not worry while I was on a long trip away from Lucy. She also took great care of my house, including watering my plants along with other tasks that were a great help while I was away. Thank you for your great care!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sydney W.
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Sydney W.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Slingerlands, NY, 12159

Sydney was just wonderful with my pup! She stayed the night with him and gave me great, detailed updates and videos… made sure he was well cared for and got plenty of attention while I was gone. I would not hesitate to hire her again,

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Sitter Profile Image: Megan B.
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Megan B.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
58 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rotterdam, NY, 12306

Megan did such a great job with our 3 dogs and cat. We got daily pictures and updates. Our puppy ended up a little under the weather and Megan was quick to respond and kept us updated. It was so nice to have some piece of mind while we were away, knowing our pets and home were being cared for.

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Sitter Profile Image: Monica M.
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Monica M.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
13 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Delanson, NY, 12053

Monica is as a dream! She took the job seriously and sent thoughtful, detailed updates throughout the day. We couldn’t have asked for more. We will definitely use her services again the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Adrianna J.
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Adrianna J.
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$24
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23 years of experience
Slingerlands, NY, 12159

About: I’ve had my own animals, both cats and dogs (mainly cats) since I was 6 years old. I’ve had to administer insulin before to my diabetic cat that has since passed. My experience with dogs are mainly of the bigger size (I had a pitbull/boxer mix and a pure bred chow chow). I’m currently working as a Direct Support Professional overnights 9pm-9am Thursday through Saturday (technically Sunday 9am). So I’m pretty open for picking up last minute gigs if needed. I would love to have a break down of your pets day to day. Typically when they are most ready to play or eat. When potty breaks need to be done around.

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Jillian P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
East Chatham, NY, 12077

Jillian responded quickly to our emails and did a wonderful job with our pets. We would highly recommend her!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon W.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
28 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Scotia, NY, 12302

Shannon was perfect! She communicated a lot. Told me about all the activities of the pets and sent lots of pictures and notes. She made me feel comfortable and safe. Thank you so much Shannon! I highly recommend!

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Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie B.
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Stephanie B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

Repeat customer, Stephanie (Net) is the best and goes above and beyond. We have a bunch of pets including a senior dog and a high energy middle age pup (cats, a lizard, oh my!) and she’s great with everyone. Highly recommend!

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Katie M.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12205

Katie was AMAZING! So sweet to Oliver and gave me constant updates so I felt at ease knowing he was in great hands while I was away. Will definitely rebook!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shannon F.
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Shannon F.
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$63
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
12 years of experience
Voorheesville, NY, 12186

Shannon was amazing with our dogs! It felt so good knowing they were out and not in their kennels too much while we were away! She sent pictures with updates, they all loved her! Definitely recommend!

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The median cost per night for house sitting in Altamont is $60

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carly is an outstanding sitter. She’s kind and conscientious and communicative, happy to follow any instructions and cleans up after her stay. She truly goes above and beyond to ensure the needs of animals in her care are fully met, and that they’re given the time and space to adjust to having a new person in their home. Would absolutely recommend and will definitely be rebooking with her.

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Jessica L.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Carly did dogsitting in my home four times in the past week or so. She came in advance to meet my pup and was always on time when I needed her. She took great care of my elderly dog and sent the cutest pictures and updates. I would not hesitate to use her again!

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Chrissy D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carly did a phenomenal job housesitting for me. She sent pictures of my pets each day along with an update about how everyone was doing and she was an incredibly considerate houseguest to boot. The animals all loved her and I will absolutely look for her again the next time I need petcare. 10 out of 10. Highly recommended.

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Dan M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathryn was fantastic! She took care of my special needs cat (wicked separation anxiety). Would definitely recommend so I will be using her services again.

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Lynne D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathryn was wonderful!! My very anxious pup got along with her great. She did an amazing job with all of our animals! Very communicative and sent tons of photos. Our house was spotless when we returned and everyone was happy! I will definitely be using her again!!

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Jessica G.
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FAQs for House Sitting - Altamont

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The average cost for House Sitting in Altamont on Rover is $55.5 per night (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of House Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for House Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 566 sitters on Rover offering House Sitting across Altamont. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Beyond belly rubs and feeding schedules, a house sitter’s presence may provide an additional layer of security for your home. However, you will need to arrange overnight stays and other household tasks with your sitter when reaching out to them. Not all sitters offer the same services. Common household tasks you can negotiate include:

  • Mail & deliveries: Collecting letters and packages so they don't pile up.
  • Plant care: Keeping your indoor or outdoor garden hydrated.
  • Trash & recycling: Taking trash cans to the curb on scheduled pickup days.
  • Home security: Sitters can stay overnight to keep your home occupied.

The best way to align on expectations is during your free Meet & Greet. Use this time to provide a "home cheat sheet" that includes your preferred Altamont walking routes, the location of your favorite pet store, and any specific quirks about your home’s security or appliances.

It’s helpful to think of house sitting as a "home base" service. Most sitters in Altamont maintain their normal daily routines, like running errands or heading to the office, meaning your pet should be comfortable being alone for a few hours at a time. If your pet needs a little extra company, here is how to find the perfect match:

  • Look for "WFH" sitters: Many sitters mention "Work from Home" on their profile to indicate they’ll be present for the majority of the day.
  • Update your pet’s profile: Write down how long your pet can comfortably be left alone. This helps sitters quickly determine if their schedule aligns with your needs.
  • Communicate 24/7 needs: Standard house sitting usually doesn't include constant supervision. If your pet requires round-the-clock care, be sure to discuss this upfront.

Tip: Use the Meet & Greet to confirm a sitter's typical "away" windows. Transparency ensures your pet stays happy and your sitter can plan their day effectively!

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Altamont choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

If a health concern arises during a stay, your sitter is instructed to contact you and our Trust & Safety team immediately and, if needed, take your pet to the closest veterinarian. Through our Trust & Safety support team, sitters can ask for diagnostic advice from a qualified veterinary professional if your pet is showing signs of possible illness.

For extra peace of mind, you can also prepare an authorization form for your regular vet. An authorization form outlines your preferred method of care and allows your sitter to bring your pet into their regular clinic.

Every qualified booking made on Rover is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes reimbursement for eligible emergency vet care.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your pet, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Altamont. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 96% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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