Doggy Day Care in Central Avenue, Albany, NY

“Cheryle is great! She sent pictures during the day which made us feel very comfortable that our dog was nice and relaxed and enjoys being with Cheryle and her dog. Her house is set up very nice and the backyard too. I would highly recommend Cheryle!”

Hardy M.

“Amazing service! Communicates well with me during the day. Sends me photos and feedback. My puppy loves them and is always so happy to see them. I look forward to working with them further.”

Nikki J.

“Mark & Sylva were great hosts for my dog when we needed a few hours of care while my son toured a nearby college. They were welcoming and kind and did a great job with her. I'd happily book again if we're in Troy in the future. Thank you!”

Liz M.

“We wanted our pup to get more socializing during the day while we are at work and Maegan turned out to be perfect. She is very responsive, flexible with our drop off and pick up times, and very trustworthy. Her and her family are also very kind and sweet and they make a great home for our pup to enjoy during the day. They have a dog of their own and she watches other dogs on occasion as well and everyone gets along great because of Maegan. We can’t thank her enough for how she cares for our dog.”

Gregory & Alice M.

“Emily was so professional and loving with our best buddy Ebbet. He can be shy and nervous, and Emily was incredibly patient and thoughtful giving Ebbet time and space to acclimate to a new person. She went above and beyond and we are so grateful. Ebbet loved her, and he is choosy with his love 💗”

Sarah M.

About: Freedom is my actual birth name (preferred btw) So here at Freedom Cares 🫶🏼 I believe all animals have their own unique level of care needs. I grew up with a variety of furry friends from a very young age. I remember being 3 and hiding in my Nanas room with Kittens and snuggling them trying to feed them with my (dolls play baby bottle) and. My experience with animals Includes dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, donkeys, ducks, turtles, cows, fish and more. Animals are always drawn to my calming energy, regardless of where I am. Farm, fair, friends house, walks, etc. I Firmly believe my Biological mom named me Freedom for a reason. I am a private caregiver to those with disabilities. Therefore my schedule is quite flexible. I can do drop inns, boarding, overnights, walks and more. Some of my clients even enjoy pet therapy. As long as the pet owner is up to that. 😊 As a kid I had many animals and experience with farm life. Including 4H training for dogs. I most recently have experience at a dog daycare. Where we practiced techniques from The Dog Guru. More importantly each animal/client/prospect is different. Therefore, I will follow the clients/animals routine. Whether the animals need long walks and extra attention. Or just a quick drop in and some fresh water. Or extra lovings while their owner is away. Your animal/animals will surely be taken care of.

About: My love for animals began early on once I rescued my first childhood pet. Throughout my life I have walked and taken care of animals however, my love grew insurmountably when I rescued my first dog (Gordy) myself. Gordy and I loved walking, hiking, going on adventures, and snuggling. Unfortunately, in November 2024 he was diagnosed with a variety of complicated health problems and passed away in April 2025. That journey led me have experience in handling diabetic dogs (giving insulin, being aware of behavioral changes, and giving medication). I also have some experience/knowledge in dog training as Gordy was a canine good citizen. I am acutely aware of how to successfully walk and handle hyperactive pups and love to provide other enriching activities. I am communicative and love interacting with both dogs and humans and I find it important to gain the trust of you as I know all too well how much your pup means to you. I am a licensed mental health counselor who currently works primarily at home. I have a flexible schedule allowing plenty time for a good walk and enrichment while also providing appropriate downtime and attention. While I do live in an apartment, I have access to a number of parks in the Troy area while also willing to travel to surrounding areas for more fun.

“Amazing service! Vera went above and beyond. She was very attentive to Lilly and her needs. So glad that she got to play with Vera’s dogs and that they went on a long walk! We are definitely returning ?”

Xiomara S.

“Katherine is an excellent dog rover. She is a strong communicator, caretaker, and most importantly a good hearted dog person. Your dog is in great hands with her. When I’m in the area she will be my go-to person.”

Paul M.

“Sky was great with Lenny. Would definitely have her care for him again! Very responsive and caring about his needs. Would recommend for sure.”

Kathleen B.

“Kristine was great! Bella can’t wait to come back and play with Flynn! She kept me updated, sent photos and was very kind. Can’t wait for next months stay!”

Ashley H.

“My dog LOVES staying at Korinne’s house! He gets so happy when he gets out of the car. Korinne and her family love him like their own and she is always telling me she loves him and loves snuggling with him. She sends pictures of him while he is there. Being away for 4 days from him was hard but seeing those pics and getting texts really helped. I will always keep using Korinne she is fabulous!”

Gina S.

“Christopher and Chelsea were awesome!! They were very responsive and my pup had great time! My pup can be very timid when meeting new people but came around really quickly! I could tell she was well cared for and would definitely bring my pup back!!”

Brianna B.

“Madeline (and Sam!) made sure Patch felt right at home. I appreciated her care for him and the fenced yard the boys had to play in together was perfect. Nice tall fence so no “mama fears” of possible fence jumping. Madeline provides a nice safe space and Sam provided Patch with plenty of exercise (and vice versa I think!)”

Sarah D.

About: I was born in Washington DC raised in New York city, currently reside in Albany NY. I am free spirited and an adventurous woman. I spend most of my free time outdoors engaging with Mother Nature. I am a part time housekeeper, and have a passion for holistic health and wellness. I embrace qualities of compassion, warmheartedness, authenticity, accountability and am told by many that I emit a strong sense of nurture. This speaks in volumes with my interaction with animals. I have a tender heart for all walks of life and especially love surrounding myself with animal companions. I had a lifetime of experience in caring for my own animals and the past, as well as several years of professional pet-sitting/dog-walking for friends, family, and community. I have volunteered at various animal shelters and have worked alongside trainers so I have a few training skills up my sleeve. Know that your animals will be in good hands... undoubtedly spoiled with TLC and outdoor adventures!

“Serhii and Olesia were amazing and went out of their way to take care of our dog! She had so much fun there that didn't want to come home with us!”

Sherry S.

“Walters a weekly Wednesday dog and I wouldn't have it any other way Aliie is the best!”

Kaylee S.

About: Hello! Our home consists of myself, my wife and our baby girl Bebe (you can see her pics on my profile). She is a very friendly and loving dogs who enjoys playing, walking and dog parks.We would love to adopt a brother or sister for her but we are not ready for that yet. So we are instead bringing friends to play with her and be a part of our family. We love dogs and we would love to bring yours to be a part of our family as well. Follow us on Instagram @Bebenfriends

“Cache is top tier! Everytime Yugi even gets near her place he runs to the door and can't wait to hangout. I would reco her to anyone!”

Daeshan B.

About: I would be taking care of your fur baby with my partner who loves pets as much as I do. I’ve had dogs all throughout my life so I love being around them. I love playing and taking care of them no matter the size or breed any dog is a friend of mine.Plus 2 great sitters for your lovely pet what’s better than that❤️ Open availability at the moment. Just reach out to me and we can talk to make anything work for great care and a fun time with your pup. I always supervise the dog and make sure he or she has water at all time and if it’s outside at anytime I make sure they are always on a leash.