Dog Walking in Ithaca

“Caroline was great. She was super communicative, on time and took great care of our girl! Would highly recommend.”

Sarah L.

“Emily is so excellent. She goes above and beyond to ensure that my dog Nina gets enough exercise and mental stimulation. We are so lucky to have found her!”

Elizabeth J.

About: I have always lived with pets! :) I grew up with dogs Ella and Koikkie when I was little, and loved walking and playing with them. In college I couldn't have a dog, but I did get my first cat, Oliver. He was more or less feral when we found him but with lots of love and food, he became a lap cat with a happy home on a farm. Two years ago I moved to Ithaca, and have two 3-year old Siberian cats, Nadja and Moose. They need a lot of exercise and play which includes taking them out on leashes to walk around the block. I also frequently cat sit for my friends who have a mix of young and old cats. I'm currently working part-time 5 days a week. I am available for weekend pet-sitting and short visits during the week. I work until 3pm on weekdays, and am available at most times on the weekend. I am more than happy to stay in your home with your pet, and would love to give them treats and attention. I love spending time with pets and can send you daily photos at their cutest moments :)

“John was great! He is willing to work with us on our nervous dog. We would book again”

Sara P.

“Graeme is amazing. We needed help with a last minute dog walk and he responded right away. Our dog and cat seem to really like him. We trust him completely with our pets.”

Charissa K.

“Sarah was an awesome dog walker! She took my two babies- gatsby and grouper on a walk during my night shift!! She was always very responsive and I loved how she updated me with pictures of my babies! I definitely recommend Sarah!”

Carla T.

“Joey was great with Ruby. They were both attuned to Ruby’s needs and also enthusiastic about being together and sharing time for a walk. Joey has a curiosity about the experience of the animal that lends to a special type of compassion. Looking forward to having them walk Ruby again after I have my baby!”

Jackie R.

“We really enjoyed having Alexandra as our dog walker! She took great care of our dog (and even played with our cat) when she came to our house for a couple days. We will definitely be asking her for help in the future!”

Angela G.

About: Hi! My name is Karla. I'm passionate about providing top-notch care for your pets of all shapes, stripes, and sizes. I'm still getting started on Rover, but I've been the go-to pet sitter for friends and family for all my life. My partner and I have one big, silly dog and two very shy cats. I also used to have pet rats and regularly ride and care for horses, so I'm comfortable with animals of all species and personalities. As for me, I'm a Cornell professor without any summer obligations, so I'll be available all day, every day for taking care of your pet. You can trust that I will be reliable, highly communicative, and responsible with your pets. In your home, I will strive to make your pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I believe in open and often communication, so you'll receive regular updates on your pet's well-being and cutest moments while you're away. Whether it's cuddles, exercise, medication, or detailed routines, I'm committed to making you and your pet comfortable and happy. I'm currently available almost every day, weekday, weekend, or holiday. Reach out today, and let's talk about how I can provide time and care for your fuzzy, hairy, or scaly family members!

“My dog spent very good time with Rachel. Rachel is the best dog walker I have ever met. She visited us before we leave and try to learn as much as possible about our dog. She kept us updated about Brownie’s status and always kept an eye on Brownie’s water bowl after every walk. I definitely will come back to Rachel again next time.”

Nelson L.

About: A proud cat mama and dog auntie, I have extensive experience caring for pets in my neighborhood and family. I lead a very active life (run 4-5 days a week, walk daily), and would love your pet’s company! I also work from home, so will be around to give your pet lots of attention. My social work background has given me lots of tools to deal with pets of all personalities and types with compassion. I currently work from home, so I have plenty of time to play with your pets. I also lead a very active life (run 4x a week, walk daily), so will make sure your dog gets lots of exercise. I have a large house and a yard, with lots for a dog to run around. I also have a pet cat, who is extremely friendly and great with other pets.

About: I have cat/dog-sitted for a couple of friends on multiple occasions. They were extremely satisfied with my service. Additionally, I have four cats at home! So, I am familiar with taking care of cats. I am a veterinary student at Cornell University. As of currently, I am available all days of the week in the morning as well as the evening. I always make sure the fur baby has fresh water and food. Additionally, I keep the space clean and tidy if the pet made a mess (e.g. near the litter box or water bowls). Lastly, I give new pets time and space to get used to me. I don't invade their personal space and wait for them to make the initiative.

“Emily was great about communicating with me, and she was punctual. Will definitely request her services again!”

Linda C.

About: I’ve been fostering dogs of all ages since 2023, including a few that I personally rescued and helped place into forever homes. I have hands-on experience working with fearful and anxious dogs. My own rescue dog transformed from being terrified of people to earning his Canine Good Citizen certification as well as completing advanced trick training classes. I would love to meet your dog and help them feel safe at home while you’re away. For cats: Dogs are my specialty, but I'm happy to care for cats too. I can provide feeding and litter box cleaning. My schedule is flexible throughout the week, including weekends. I would appreciate advance notice so I can coordinate arrangements for the care of my own dogs. I respect my client's homes and keep their pet's normal routines to help them feel stress-free. I also send regular updates with photos.

“We are so thankful for Kirsten. She was able to come over and walk our dog for a few days on short notice. We had no problem trusting her with our fur babies and she sent the cutest photos of them which definitely cheered me up while I was away at work!”

Angela G.

“So incredibly happy to have found Madeline!!!! Nikey adores her. She has great energy, is always down for walks and play time, no matter the weather. Which is amazing bc Nikey is always down for that too. Madeline is flexible and does a fantastic job with instructions. Zero complaints. She’s a keeper!”

Kristin N.

“Dina is THE best!!! It was so nice knowing that Chance would be taken care of and loved on. I love the sweet photos of them together. Great communication and overall a lovely human being ❤️ so glad I found her”

Caroline W.

About: I am so grateful to have known so incredible dogs that have brought me joy in my life! Many of my relatives and friends have dogs that I have cared for, walked, and befriended over the years. Dogs are such special animals that truly bring out the life and love in everyone. There’s nothing more exhilarating than running around with an excited pup, and getting to give them scratches and pets afterwards. I would love to meet your dog and have fun with them! 🦴🎾 I work part time at a bakery, so I have the greatest flexibility on Mondays, Tuesday mornings/early afternoon, Wednesday evening, Friday or Saturday evenings. Let me know what works for you and we’ll figure it out :) I am currently unable to host other pets as I have an older kitty in my home & she is sensitive to other animals. I am willing to work with you to provide the best possible care for your animal in your home ❤️

About: I grew up with with a variety of dogs as a child and even showed my collie puppy as a junior handler. I have cared for cats and dogs, including puppies and cats with medical needs since I was a teenager. I currently have a smart, affectionate, and active golden-doodle. I feel that I have a good understanding of what dogs and cats need to thrive and be happy. I understand how other people feel about their feline or canine companions and I want to treat them the way I treat my own. My schedule is very flexible and I am available during several blocks of time most of the week. I can structure my time around pet care opportunities. The services that I currently offer are drop in visits for pets and dog walking. I am open to meeting the client's needs and requests. I am happy to play with your pet, feed them, give medications, clean a litter-box and whatever else is needed. I am very warm and care about the pets social and emotional needs.

“Victoria was great! My dog loved her and she sent cute pictures with Maverick.”

Vanessa M.