Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Center Square

Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.

End
Search

Every sitter passes an enhanced background check. Learn about RoverProtect

Top rated Center Square pet sitters

Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.

1 / 1
Sitter Profile Image: Maria T.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Maria T.
from
$15
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12203

About: I have had cats and dogs my entire life, caring for them at all stages of life. My background includes daily feeding, walking, grooming, administering medications, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. I’m especially familiar with senior pet care—managing special diets, assisting with mobility, and recognizing signs of discomfort or illness. Our animals are an extended part of the family and I want to help make your pet feel safe and well cared for in your absense. Whether a older pet or a young one with lots of energy I’m dedicated to meeting each animal’s needs so you can be away worry free. I am currently retired and looking for something that will keep me active and has the flexibility for my own travel. Being retired means I can be available during the weekdays for your pets needs. Being older means I've been looking after my own animals for a lot of years I will look after your pets like I do my own whether it is taking on walks, feeding, giving meds, playtime and enrichment are important and I want you to be confident in my ability to look after your pets so you won’t worry while your away. Having used Rover as a client in the past I know that having a sitter you can trust is paramount to having a stress free time away from your pets.

Sitter Profile Image: Meg f.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Meg f.
Star Sitter
from
$25
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
10 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Center Square, Albany, NY, 12210

This was my second time having Meg come visit my cat while I was away. She took great care of Mae Mae, sent great notes, and incredible photos with every visit!

Profile image
Ben W.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica F.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Jessica F.
from
$25
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

About: I have been dog sitting dogs since I was a teenager. I have experience with many different breeds both big and small. Since I don’t have any pets of my own right now I love being able to go meet new furry friends and play with them I have a pretty flexible work schedule. I can make my own schedule based off of the needs clients may have. Depending on when your pets need care I can adjust my schedule accordingly It is my pleasure to keep your pets company while you are away. I am happy to help out with whatever is needed. I am reliable and will keep your pets company while you are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Alex P.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Alex P.
from
$27
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Whitehall, Albany, NY, 12209

Alex and our dog Opie hit it off and are beginning a new friendship. I appreciate that Alex communicates with me during their visits and is responsible and personable

Profile image
Sharon B.
Sitter Profile Image: Natasha B.
Verified Background Check
Natasha B.
Star Sitter
from
$25
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
42 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Natasha is always very great with my pup! My pup was being difficult about putting the harness on and she stayed a little extra to ensure she was taken care of. Thank you Natasha!

Profile image
Jessica A.
Sitter Profile Image: Miranda S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Miranda S.
Star Sitter
from
$23
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
226 reviews
32 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Central Avenue, Albany, NY, 12210

Got back from my trip to my cat happy and healthy! This was my first time using something like this so I was nervous but Miranda followed all the instructions perfectly and I would trust her to watch Cider again in the future.

Profile image
Samantha P.
Sitter Profile Image: Dylan G.
Verified Background Check
Dylan G.
from
$15
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Center Square, Albany, NY, 12210

About: I've been taking care of animals for as long as I can remember, and I have experience with dogs and cats of all kinds. I have a deep respect for all animals, including those that are shy or have special needs, and I'm committed to giving every animal the care they deserve. I'm available on most weekends and holidays. I occasionally have weekdays open as my work schedule allows. I will have Fridays available for part of the summer. When introducing myself I allow the animal to approach me first, I take things slow if they're shy or nervous. I'm familiar with dog and cat body language so I can recognize signs of stress. When walking dogs I'm always aware of my surroundings and will adjust the route if I need to.

Sitter Profile Image: Sara J.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Sara J.
Star Sitter
from
$21
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
17 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lancaster, Albany, NY, 12203

Sara did an incredible job caring for Nala. She made sure she got her medication and food, as well as plenty of good conversation in. Highly recommended!

Profile image
Brett C.
Sitter Profile Image: Merissa & Nick M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Merissa & Nick M.
Star Sitter
from
$25
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

Merrisa was a fabulous sitter!! Her dedicated care and thoughtful communication left both our beloved Diego and us at ease! Highly recommend!!! Thank you for everything 🫶🏾

Profile image
Joy C.
Sitter Profile Image: Alexandra M.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Alexandra M.
Star Sitter
from
$23
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Center Square, Albany, NY, 12210

Alexandra is so thorough and helpful! We have a special needs dog who needs several medications and she helped us feel very confident in leaving him under her care. I love the pictures she sends!

Profile image
Kaitlyn W.
Sitter Profile Image: Eleanor W.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Eleanor W.
Star Sitter
from
$30
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
124 reviews
40 repeat clients
44 years of experience
Whitehall, Albany, NY, 12209

Eleanor was great with our old pup. She was responsive, kept us updated, took adorable pictures, and ensured our dog was taken care of when we were on a short weekend getaway. Would highly recommend.

Profile image
Emily S.
Sitter Profile Image: Ayva T.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Ayva T.
from
$15
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

About: For a year, I walked my neighbor's Cavalier King Charles spaniel while she was recovering from a hip injury, until she could walk better. She and her daughter greatly appreciated my help and have said to me that their dog Cooper has been so much happier ever since he met me. I am a college student that goes to school 5 days a week from 7am to 2 pm. I can do early morning walks before 7am since I am a morning person, and I can do walks or come over after class. I am free on most weekends. I am free most of the time in the summer from June to August. I cannot bring pets into my home since I have two cats that are not very pet-friendly. But I can do all the care you need me to do at your house.

Sitter Profile Image: Hannah A.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Hannah A.
Star Sitter
from
$27
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
26 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

Hannah is a gem! She took care of my pet even with a last minute request. My plans would have been ruined without her. She was kind, professional, and loving!

Profile image
Willy F.
Sitter Profile Image: Patrick H.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Patrick H.
Star Sitter
from
$30
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Park South, Albany, NY, 12208

Patrick and Opie bonded from the moment they met! Patrick is very responsible and his love of dogs and warmth came right through. Thank you Patrick!

Profile image
Sharon B.
Sitter Profile Image: Brittney S.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Brittney S.
from
$18
per visit
1 year of experience
Albany, NY, 12210

About: I’m new to professional pet sitting, but I’ve cared for pets my whole life and understand how important it is to trust someone with your animal. I’m dependable, attentive, and genuinely care about making pets feel safe and comfortable. As a person who cares genuinely and very wholeheartedly, I’ll always follow your instructions carefully and treat your pet with patience and kindness. I have a flexible schedule and am available any day of the week in the afternoons and evenings. I am very caring and attentive, and I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after while their owners are away. I provide trustworthy and attentive care for pets in both my home and clients’ homes. I follow all instructions carefully and make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and on their normal routine. I focus on creating a calm environment, keeping pets supervised, and building trust so both pets and owners feel at ease.

Sitter Profile Image: Sophia G.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Sophia G.
from
$20
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Sophia did an amazing job watching my 2 dogs! She sent detailed updates, lots of photos, and went above and beyond to make sure they felt comfortable while I was gone for 10 days. She maintained a high level of communication and I never had to worry. I highly recommend her for taking care of any pet you need!

Profile image
Nate B.
Sitter Profile Image: Kim A.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kim A.
from
$25
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
106 reviews
35 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12210

I have a pair of bunnies, one of whom is a special needs senior and quite medically fragile. Kim did an amazing job taking care of him and keeping me updated on how he was doing! Couldn’t be happier with her quality of care and will definitely be booking again!

Profile image
Nathan and Dominique P.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica A.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Jessica A.
from
$22
per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
13 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12208

Jessica was very good and attentive to our cats, and I loved her flexibility to adjust the booking as we went. I will definitely use her for future pet sitting needs!!

Profile image
Sarah P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kevin N.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Kevin N.
from
$20
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

About: Albany area, Open to long stays as well as short. I work M-F in office but love to stay home on the weekends. I’ve have taken care of small and big dogs since I was 15. I love to play fetch and keeping them company when they’re lonely and missing their parents. I just moved over to Albany from California and currently have all the free time in the world. I am trying to get to know the city more by walking around with dogs. It’s great as I can also get my steps in and your pets will be all tuckered out when you get home. I live alone in a one bedroom so they have decent amount of space to roam around. I also live right next to SUNY so I can always take them out for a breath of fresh air or if they want a longer jog, Lincoln Park is right around the corner.

Sitter Profile Image: Josephine C.
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Josephine C.
from
$15
per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12202

About: I've always had a family dog I've helped take care of, but 7 years ago I got a dog of my own. I really learned the amount of effort it takes to care for a dog, and I learmed that quality time is the most important aspect of caring for a dog. I always made a priority to play with her or pet her or walk her to ensure we spent plenty of quality time together. In addition for caring for my own dog, I've dog sat for a few friends and acquaintances overnight. I love that each dog has it's own unique personality! As of right now I have open availability after the holiday season. I have availability mornings and nights, but I’m typically busy during the day at my job. Don’t worry, my time outside of work will be well spent with your pup! Like many dogs, I'm an active individual. If your dog requires a lot of exercise, I'm more than happy to take them for as many walks as they need or play with them! If your dog is more mellow, I can just relax with them. Whatever needs your dog has, I am more than happy to care for them. In terms of safety, I always make sure to walk dogs at an appropriate leash length and make sure that doors in the house aren't open or dangerous objects are within their reach.

1 / 1
View more sitters

Center Square pet parents share their Rover experiences

1 / 1
5.0 out of 5 stars

Nina is great with my kitties. She devotes thoughtful care to each of them. Even though we told her she didn’t have to do it so frequently, she cleaned out my cat’s litter box each day. She leaves the place tidy and I can always trust her to keep a watchful eye of my cats when I am away.

Profile image
Lindsey G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alison did a great job with drop-in visits for my two dogs. She gave prompt updates and worked with my one dog who was reluctant to have a new person take care of her.

Profile image
Paul L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Miranda has cat sat for us a number of times now. The kitties love her and she takes wonderful care of them and the house she has our highest endorsement.

Profile image
Megan & William G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

My cat has a great time with Deb, and I love getting a little note and pictures from her after each visit. It gives me a lot of peace of mind while I'm away!

Profile image
Alyssa Y.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We rebooked with Alicia and she did a really good job for us again! Alicia is very responsible and responsive. We really appreciate all that she does for us😊

Profile image
Rachel S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah always does an amazing job taking care of our elderly kitten, it gives us great peace of mind when we are traveling!

Profile image
Emmie K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our experience with Debra was amazing! She took such great care of our two cats, Momo and Shumai, while we were away. We could tell they were well loved, comfortable, and getting lots of attention from all the updates and photos she sent. Momo and Shumai can both be particular in their own ways, and she was so patient, attentive, and thoughtful with them. Coming home to two happy and relaxed cats made such a difference. We would absolutely trust Debra again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and reliable sitter for their pets!

Profile image
Deesh P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Eleanor is absolutely amazing. Incredibly kind. We had a foster cat that we adopted and then unfortunately had to leave town shortly after. She jumped right in, learned the routine and genuinely loved on our boy. I’m so thankful & HIGHLY recommend!!

Profile image
Savannah M.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Shane is super reliable and amazing the dogs love him and you can tell he genuinely cares about animals! Highly recommend!

Profile image
Katherine K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laney was the perfect fit for our three cats! Even our most anxious one felt comfortable enough for the check in photos :') Great job, wonderful person!

Profile image
Ash P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia did a great job helping watch my cat and he seemed to enjoy hanging out with her! She had great communication!

Profile image
Daniel W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra continues to be such a big help to our family! She's flexible, attentive, and the animals clearly love having her visit. We get such peace of mind with her taking care of our dog with medical needs (diabetes). She's very diligent with his medications and monitoring him for symptoms. Such a relief being able to trust them to her care without worrying while we are away!

Profile image
Kaitlyn W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Very thankful for Samantha being available on short notice and doing a wonderful job visiting my dogs.

Profile image
Sarah L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Juliana was wonderful with my 4 year old cat, Georgia. I booked her for the first time for a 6 day trip and she was punctual for each visit, sweet to my baby and sent lots of photos. I would recommend her and will definitely be booking her again. Thank you, Juliana!

Profile image
Lauren W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Elena was great as always! Responsive and spent plenty of quality time with the dogs. House was in same condition as when we left when we got home and dogs were happy! Highly recommend.

Profile image
Bry B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Opie loves his visits with Patrick - he looks so content in the pictures that Patrick shares with us! Thank you Patrick.

Profile image
Sharon B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Everything went great! My cat loved her from the meet and greet and I found everything in great shape when I got home.

Profile image
Catherine G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Caiti was so nice to come over for a meet and greet. This was the first time we let someone we didn’t know watch our dog Ruthie & we really feel blessed to have her take care of her while we were away. It was great to get updates at each visit! Cait is great!

Profile image
Patricia P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent service! Alex sends great pictures and videos. He really engages with our fur baby. He goes above and beyond and provides loving care to our pup.

Profile image
Sharon B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

There is no one I trust my pets (cat and dog) with more than Freedom. I can tell she cares deeply for them and goes above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of. I highly recommend her to take care of your fur babies whenever you need someone you can trust!

Profile image
Katheryne U.
Drop-In Visits
1 / 1
Find pet care near you

How Rover works

  1. 1. Search

    Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
  2. 2. Meet & Greet

    Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away
  3. 3. Book & Pay

    All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!

Why Choose Rover?

  • Cashless payments

    Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.

  • Reservation protection

    It doesn’t happen often, but if your pet sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.

  • World-class support

    We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.

Pet Sitting FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Rover

If you’re searching for a Center Square pet sitter for the first time, visit the pet sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a pet sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.

Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Center Square.

Rover makes it easy to find Center Square pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:

  • Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.