Cat Sitting Barrytown

“Isabella could have a career as a pet photographer as she always sends beautiful photos while I am away from home. She gets my male cat to pose as if he's going on the cover of GQ Cat magazine and even takes good photos of my people shy cat who likes to hide!”

Eugenia A.

“We went out of town last minute and Joseph very kindly agreed to that’s it for us for the first time. He was very quick to respond, a good communicator, and very reliable. He spent some great quality time with our cats and took extra care giving them some love. Definitely will book again. Thank you so much Joseph!”

Jordan C.

“Shelby took great care of our kitten while we were away. She’s so sweet and you can really tell how much she loves pets. We didn’t worry about our baby the whole time because we knew she was in good hands.”

Sarah R.

About: Hi there, my name is Fiona! I am simply an animal lover at heart! I have over five years of experience caring for animals - I was very active on Rover a few years ago, walking and pet sitting a few nights a week. I had to step away to care for my own elderly pup, but I'm ready to get back out there and provide the support you need to best care for your animals:) I have experience pet sitting (cats included!) and dog walking. I have particular experience working with elderly dogs and/or dogs who suffer from anxiety. Coming from someone who has an elderly/anxious pup myself, I recognize the unique challenges this kind of demeanor presents. I am willing to work with you and your animal to make sure everyone is comfortable, confident, and cared for! I'm currently working full-time and looking to supplement with pet care when I can. My availability is mostly on the weekends, though I could accommodate walking and pet check-ins during the evening on weekdays as well. I do not currently offer boarding services. I have worked with a few different clients with varying circumstances - dog sitting with fenced in yard, dog sitting without fenced in yard, walking outside home in neighborhood, transporting pups to walking trails - I have my own form of transportation and am happy to take your pup on some nice trails for a good walk! Whatever your circumstances might be I am committed to providing your four legged baby with the best care in whatever way I can.

“First time having Katherine come and take care of my cat, and she was absolutely wonderful. Great up front communication, was on-time for a meet-and-greet, and took great care of my cat while I was away. Nothing but positive things to say about her, and so will definitely be booking her more in the future. Thank you Katherine!”

Joseph K.

“Victoria went above and beyond to take care of our kitty—over the holiday season and regardless of a blizzard that made travel difficult, she showed up! The updates and photos were so appreciated and thank you for bringing in our packages and deliveries too. Highly recommend and will book with her again!”

Olivia M.

“Our kitty stayed with Cassandra for a few days and she took such good care of him!! I felt so comfortable having him there and she sent updates every day :) I will definitely use her again!”

Cate M.

“Emily was so great! Great communication and my kitties were happy. I would definitely have her care for my kitties again. Thanks so much Emily :)”

Christina H.

“Lilly’s the best. She goes above and beyond for the animals (and people!) in the house. I got home yesterday, and she had—without any mention of it from me—pulled in two heavy Chewy boxes that would have otherwise been completely soaked through, and I’m so grateful. My cats are big, big fans, and so am I. :)”

Q K.

“Alice was a great sitter for my cat bean! She brought her a treat for Christmas and always gave a thorough report on visits. I would definitely book Alice again!”

Amanda K.

“Rose was wonderful with my house and with my patch. She left the house clean and neat, and she left the patch with big smiles on their little faces. I would highly recommend her.”

Laurie W.

“Emily was here alot durning my trip overseas and took great pictures and my cats were very happy and maybe forgot about me! she sent me news everyday and it was good to see the boys. we are very happy and so fortunate that we had her.”

Boyce B.

“Did a good job when I was gone for thanksgiving with my two cats.”

Ben Z.

About: I am an animal lover and have ample experience sitting for cats and dogs. While I have a cat of my own, I love dogs and taking care of them as well. I am currently working a part-time remote job, so I am able to check in on pets whenever needed throughout the day. I am also happy to hang out with them while I work if they tend to get lonely throughout the day! I have a cat at home who is anxious and does not get along with other pets, so while I can’t offer boarding at my own house, I am committed to giving your pets the best care possible from the comfort of their own home environment.

About: I've cared for many cats and dogs, from pit bulls to terriers to English bulldogs. I have experience with puppy training, senior dog care, and oral medication administration. I'm a patient and compassionate pet owner, and I promise to treat your fur babies with the same love and care I would my own. I'm also a graduate music student in case your pet might want to be serenaded by a french horn :) I'm a musician and graduate student at Bard. My schedule changes quite a bit, but I always have a good idea of what my schedule will look well in advance. In addition, I am generally free most mornings, and can often be flexible. I'm very happy to provide your dog(s) with walks, food, brushing, bathing, and medication. I love to play fetch with dogs, go on walks or hikes, visit dog parks, cuddle, practice tricks, or any other enriching activity. With cats, I love to cuddle, play, and practice or try new tricks with treats.

About: Animal lover with vet hospital experience. My experience ranges from socializing puppies and teaching basic manners to caring for seniors with medical needs. Very practiced in the world of Chihuahua IYKYK 🐶 I’ve worked with traumatized rescues and understand their needs. I can administer medications and care for sick pets. Extensive experience with caring for pets in recovery from surgery as well. Also available to take your pet to vet visits if needed. References available. Custom care for medical & special needs may have extra fees. My current schedule is flexible and I will work with you and your pets individual needs as best as possible. Tiki and I love furry company! I am also available for drop in visits and walking at your home. Pet focused home with a fenced in backyard. Your pet will be cared as if they are part of our family. We live in a very pet friendly neighborhood and walking is very safe and accessible.

About: I didn’t get to experience the joy of growing up with dogs or cats but as soon as I was able I began taking in fosters from the NYC shelter system. It was quite a learning experience spending time with many dogs (and a few cats) of all different types and personalities. I no longer foster but I bring the experience and dedication from working with so many shelter pets to caring for your furry family members. And as a pet parent now myself I have been through many sitters so I understand what makes a good one! A note on boarding and meet and greets: I’m happy to have boarding candidates come by to meet me and check out the space but I do not do meet and greets with my own dogs. My dogs are dog friendly but they are too chaotic and excitable to meet new dogs and owners right away. New dogs are kept separate at first and introduced at their own pace when everyone is calm. This minimizes stress for everyone and allows for better interactions. I currently work out of the house Monday/Wednesday/Friday but my schedule is somewhat flexible. The rest of the week I work at home and I am often available all weekend. Dogs in my home have access to a securely fenced large yard for running and fetch, as well as a quiet neighborhood for walks. If the weather is warm dogs have access to a dog door so they may go outside as they please. If your dog likes to play with other dogs mine will certainly be happy to accommodate but they can also have separate spaces if quiet time is needed. In your home I will make every effort to keep your pets schedule as familiar as possible while offering lots of love and stimulation. As someone who has had many sitters come through and stay at my house I understand the importance of trust and cleanliness so you can be away without worry.

“Katrina was in our home with our two big kittens/small cats for just under a week. My husband and I were a bit worried about leaving them with a sitter, since they are only three months old, but gwe came home to very happy kitties, and a well-cared for house. Communication was good while we were away; pictures arrived frequently. I would use Katrina again to watch our beloved cats!”

Claudia H.

About: I have two dachshund of my own! I’ve been hosting for 2 years and would love to continue to do so. Can’t wait to meet your pups! I treat my pets as a part of myself. I make sure they are accommodated. My days aren’t hectic so morning and afternoon+ night routine is established. I have a fenced yard. There’s lots of grass and space for them to run around. So freedom won’t be a problem. I make sure to keep my space free from food and anything chewable.

“So appreciative of Courtney! This was my first real trip since the Pandemic and I didn’t want to stress out my 16 year old kitty by bringing her somewhere to stay instead of being home. Courtney truly went above and above, I felt SO comfortable with her and knew Sadie was not only being cared for but also being loved on. I received full and complete report cards for each visit. Sadie is a grumpy, old lady and has never been one to make friends. She LOVES Courtney! So glad we found her and will absolutely ask her to sit again in the future.”

Melissa P.