Pet Sitting in Guilderland

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samantha m.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
119 reviews
30 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Guilderland, NY, 12084

Samantha was timely and good with our Dixie. She was very quick to respond to texts. I would recommend Samantha and would Contact her in the future.

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Andrea L.
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Stacie K.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
20 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Stacie took great care of my three cats at home during winter break and we cannot be happier with her help!!

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Dongchen H.
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Glenn & Diana W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Dunes, Albany, NY, 12203

Glen took care of my excitable black lab, Cassidy. Did extras like cleaning cat box and watered plants. Good communication during my trip.

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Lindsay B.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
7 repeat clients
24 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12205

We had a wonderful experience - everything we asked for was taken care of and we were kept very informed that the dogs were happy and safe while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Pamela J.
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Pamela J.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
12 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Pam is a very good doggie day care provider. I felt instantly comfortable with her and I could tell with her interactions with my dogs that she truly loves animals. She was with my dogs the whole visit and sent me pictures of them. So good to find a person like Pam when you need help with your fur babies.

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Bradley S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
13 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12222

Bradley was so great with my dog Midnight! His communication was amazing and I felt at ease leaving my dog in Bradley’s care. He went above and beyond to make sure my dog had what he needed while I was away and I am so grateful to have found him!!

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Ashleigh C.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Ashleigh was great! She sent pictures and updates, and patiently put up with my unneeded chitchat. :-) I've already scheduled her for out next trip. The Rover app is so easy to use, and very well thought out.

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Heather B.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
28 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12203

Heather did an excellent job with my two cats! Daily progress reports and photos, even for the visits I was out of cell service. I will definitely be booking with her again.

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Sara J.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
18 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lancaster, Albany, NY, 12203

Sara did a great job spending an hour a day with our cat, Lemon for the week we were away. We could tell Lemon would be in good hands when I first let hold her and saw how both of them responded. I highly recommend Sara.

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Joe P.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Guilderland, NY, 12084

Joe is great!! Really cared for my 4 cats while I was in Italy. He sent pictures everyday and told me how they were doing. He’s a great communicator and caring person. I will definitely hire him again for my next trip.

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Katharine W.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

Katharine went above and beyond taking such great care of Kitty! Would definitely recommend

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Merissa & Nick M.
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$25
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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 🫶🏾

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Sarah B.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
15 years of experience
Colonie, NY, 12205

Sarah was friendly, responsible and prompt. I will definitely be using her again! A perfect first Rover experience for my puppy.

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Sydney W.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
4 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Slingerlands, NY, 12159

Sydney is the best! She is extremely helpful, professional and attentive to my dog's needs. She is always on time and thorough with her visits. Couldn't ask for a better sitter!

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Amy D.
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$11
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
38 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

Highly recommended, best of the best! Will always book with her!

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Sydney W.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Niskayuna, NY, 12309

Sidney did a great job taking care of our pets while we were on vacation! Her pictures were the highlight of our trip! Highly recommend as caring and trustworthy. 😊

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Victoria D.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
15 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Altamont, NY, 12009

Very quick with communication and did everything I asked!

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Gabby D.
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$19
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
9 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

About: I have great experience with all types of animals in all ranges of age and necessities. I have worked at a barn as well as volunteer at my local animal shelter. I also grew up fostering puppies and kittens as young as days old. I have multiple pets of my own and they are my whole world, I treat any animal with the same level of respect. I work part time but my schedule is very flexible with an enough time in advance. I am free pretty much all day on weekends and most consistently after 3 on weekdays. However my schedule does shift and I am an early riser so I can make most other times work. I currently do not offer home services in my personal house. At a clients home I will listen to whatever instructions are given and keep everything as similar as possible for overnight and drop-in visits to help keep stress levels down for your animal.

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Vivian V.
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$15
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5 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

About: Hey Pet Owners! I'm Vivian! I’m a dedicated veterinary student who’s crazy about animals and loves turning pet care into a happy, stress-free experience. From playful pups to snuggly cats (and even the quirky small pets), I bring a mix of professional experience and genuine love to every visit. I can provide walks, playtime, cuddles, feeding, and even medication if needed — all while making sure your pet feels safe, loved, and totally spoiled. With my vet training, I’m quick to notice anything out of the ordinary, and with my animal-obsessed heart, I’m all about belly rubs, chin scratches, and tail wags. I have also taken care of many pets in the past as well as even bigger farm animals so I am your gal! Whether you’re away for a day or a week, you can relax knowing your furry (or feathered!) friend is in caring, capable hands. Let’s make your pet’s day as fun as possible! It would be part of my day to day routine before going to work or dropping by on my weekends! Either way will make it work with the owners schedule to make it happen! I provide services where I would care for your pet with the utmost responsibility in your home making sure your pet and your property is safely secure and well kept!

Sitter Profile Image: Megan B.
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Megan B.
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$21
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
57 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Rotterdam, NY, 12306

Megan is wonderful! You can tell she loves what she does and my dog so enjoys spending time with her. It makes being away from my fur baby much easier.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Joe was communicative, responsible and sent pictures of Blurry and River. He did a great job caring for my fur babies.

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Glenn P.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Samantha was great with my two cats, Mike and Ike. She sent pictures and let me know they were fed and happy.

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Tania T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

I had a wonderful experience with Stacie and would highly recommend her! Great attention to detail, awesome communication, and so caring with my kitties. There was an unexpected hiccup during the reservation (not Stacie’s fault) that she handled so well, which I very much appreciated. She really went above and beyond to make sure my kitties were cared for!

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Lora H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Glen took care of my excitable black lab, Cassidy. Did extras like cleaning cat box and watered plants. Good communication during my trip.

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Janet W.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Sydney was friendly, professional, and communicated well. She did everything we asked and our dog had a great visit!

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Eric S.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our older dog needed extra care while we were away and Pam had the patience and took excellent care of our dog. Lots of communication when we couldn’t be there. So thankful to find such a great pet sitter.

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Kim M.
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Guilderland is $25

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Sitters in Guilderland average 7
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Guilderland on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

If you’re searching for a Guilderland 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.

As of Jun 2026, there are 271 pet sitters in Guilderland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 87% of Guilderland pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Guilderland have an average of 15 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Guilderland.

Rover makes it easy to find Guilderland 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

There are 271 pet sitters in Guilderland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Guilderland, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 81% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.

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.