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5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
13 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

John was amazing! He followed all guidance and my dog was well taken care of. This was simply my best experience with a sitter and I credit that to John for being attentive, caring, and anticipatory to my pets needs.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Tess was great! Dealt with our two dogs' apprehensiveness, was reliable, and provided timely communication. Highly recommend.

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18 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Thank you! We appreciate you being available last minute and the good communication!

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Natalie W.
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$15
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10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have taken care of others pets for several years now! Family and neighbors had trusted me from a young age to check in, provide overnight care, feed, water, and play with their sweet pets! I currently work part-time, so I have plenty of availability to take care of your furry friends! I am available all day Sunday, Monday, Friday, and Saturday! As well as evenings on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday! I understand the trust, patience, and safety your pets need when meeting an unfamiliar face! I am an extremely gentle, caring person who values others comfort! 🐾🐾

Sitter Profile Image: Cassidy B.
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2 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have been taking care of dogs since I was 12 years old! My entire live I have had dogs all around me and apart of my family. As I got older I learned more about the importance of animal care. I have pet sit my families dogs many times as well as friends and neighbors. I not only pet sit but walk and run dogs! In high school I actually had a small business where I would take peoples dogs for a run or walk! I work part time and am in my last year of college at Cornell University. I tend to go on walks and runs daily so I would love to have a dog accompany me. I tend to study at home in a friend friendly community so I will have lots of time to care for them. I am very observant and watchful! Being in the science field has allowed me to pay attention to detail, so I take that in to my practice or caring for animals. I truly love dogs so much and have a passion for caring for them!

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Emily H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
91 reviews
23 repeat clients
23 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

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!

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Sarah A.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
65 reviews
21 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Sarah was wonderful in all respects. She is warm, very comfortable with our senior dog, responsive and accommodating. Her communication is excellent. She has no problem giving medications. I will absolutely book her again.

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Georgia V.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
330 reviews
107 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Georgia is one of the best dog walker/sitters I have ever worked with (and having had animals my entire adult life I have worked with quite a few!). One of my dogs is very fearful of people and Georgia was so patient and thoughtful in developing rapport with her that she is now able to put on Grace's halter, which is something only I could do in the past. Georgia also sends regular updates and pictures, which I really, really appreciate. Thank you, Georgia!

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Alexandra Y.
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35 reviews
17 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

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!

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Kirsten C.
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59 reviews
25 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Freeville, NY, 13068

Kirsten was fantastic! She always kept us updated with lots of photos, and our dog had so much fun with her. We’ll definitely book with her again!

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Sawyer S.
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4.3 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have cared for pets for many years. I have experience working in an animal shelter with dogs and cats, and have additional experience pet-sitting and caring for a variety of animals with a variety of needs- from dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and even snakes! From my experience, I have a lot of knowledge and ability to manage senior pets, pets with special/health needs, and young animals who may need more care. In addition to my pet care experience, I was raised on an inner-city farm, so I am familiar with the work, time, and care that should be devoted to animals of all kinds. I am currently a full-time college student- I have a decent amount of flexibility in my schedule and am happy to work with you based on what you and your fur babies need. Please share any specific schedule needs with me so I know how best to cater to your pet(s). I am comfortable and capable with many aspects of pet (cat, dog, rabbit, chicken, reptile, etc) care- including walking, crating, feeding, administering medication, and anything else that your pet may need!

Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie L.
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Stephanie L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
15 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have taken care of pets since I was six years old, starting with a few fish. Then it developed into lizards, birds, hermit crabs and dogs. I love and care for all and make careful research to provide the best care. Pet care is a wonderful addition to my weekly routines! Walking dogs helps get my steps in and I especially love the longer walks. As a student, my Mondays are busy, but all other days are mostly free except for the late mornings. I keep alarms set at home for when to feed my pets so everyone knows when it’s breakfast and dinner time! Three times a day I will take my dog out for 30-minute to an hour long walk. As a 75lbs husky, my dog loved to pull on the leash but I was able to slowly train him out of that habit. Now he walks beside me and makes walking around the neighborhood a breeze!

Sitter Profile Image: Timm S.
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Timm S.
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$20
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10 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: Animals have always been a huge part of my life, and caring for them comes naturally to me. Since I was young, I’ve had a genuine love for all kinds of animals, from dogs and cats to more exotic pets. I truly believe every animal deserves to be treated with patience, kindness, and proper care. I currently have two dogs of my own, one rescue and one I’ve raised since a puppy. They are a huge part of my life, and caring for them has taught me the importance of trust, consistency, and understanding each animal’s unique needs and personality. As a pet caregiver, my goal is to provide the same level of love, attention, and quality care that I would want for my own pets. I always strive to create a safe, comfortable, and positive experience for every animal I interact with, while giving pet parents peace of mind knowing their pets are in caring and reliable hands. I currently work nights as a registered nurse, which gives me daytime availability throughout the week to provide attentive and reliable pet care. I am available daily during daytime hours for walks, drop-ins, and quality time with your pets to ensure they are safe, comfortable, and well cared for. Due to my work schedule and commute, I am generally unavailable after 5 PM and overnight, but I work 3 days per week which allows me 4 days to provide care. The days that I work each week do vary, so feel free to contact me for specifics. I pride myself on being dependable, communicative, and fully present during the time I spend caring for each pet. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and well-being are always my top priorities. I understand how important it is to trust someone caring for your pets and being in your home, so I strive to provide dependable, respectful, and attentive care at all times. Because I have a dog at home who is not comfortable around other dogs, I currently focus on dog walking, drop-in visits, and pet sitting in clients’ homes rather than boarding. I believe many pets are most comfortable in their own familiar environment, where they can maintain their normal routine and feel secure while their owners are away. I always take the time to learn each pet’s individual needs, personality, routines, and any safety concerns to ensure they receive personalized care. Whether it’s keeping dogs safely leashed on walks, monitoring behavior and comfort levels, or maintaining a clean and calm environment during visits, I aim to provide loving care and peace of mind for both pets and their owners.

Sitter Profile Image: Dina L.
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Dina L.
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$26
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

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

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Sitter Profile Image: Morgan G.
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Morgan G.
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4 reviews
1 repeat client
6 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Morgan was great with our dog! He showed up on time, completed the full walk, and was very attentive. He noticed Yoshi’s personality and some of his little quirks, which made us feel like he really paid attention. We’d definitely book with him again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Graeme C.
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Graeme C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
122 reviews
20 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Graeme started working with us last week. He’s been excellent at taking the time necessary to let our nervous pup warm up to him so that she can build confidence in their relationship. She’s looking forward to many more great walks with him!

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Sitter Profile Image: Yazmeen M.
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Yazmeen M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: Hey! I'm Yazmeen. I've been petsitting for the last 8 years. I started with my sister and continued on my own. I have experience giving medication and with senior dogs as well as kittens. I love a long walk if the dog is up for it, and I'm always down to play and snuggle. Let me know if you're interested! My schedule is pretty flexible right now. I I usually wake up early, so I don't mind an early walk or feeding schedule. I typically go to bed around 11pm-midnight, but I am happy to work around a pet's schedule, especially to accommodate any medications or weather. I was raised to leave things better than I found them, so I always do a thorough clean before I leave a petsitting gig (including washing sheets, so you can go straight to bed!) I can also bring in mail and water plants if you give me a watering schedule.

Sitter Profile Image: Gwen G.
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Gwen G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
32 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, bunnies, small farm animals, and reptiles/amphibians since I was about 8 years old. Family members, neighbors, friends, and strangers have trusted and depended on me to take care of their beloved animals while they are away. I have experience walking, feeding, cleaning, and playing with animals. I have a pretty open schedule at the moment and can visit your pet anytime you’d like! My calendar is regularly updated so please check my calendar for my availability. I look forward to meeting you and your pets! I will follow any and all directions you leave me for taking care of your animal and would love to meet up before our booking to see if it is a good fit and to learn from you about how you care for your animal.

Sitter Profile Image: Sydney H.
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Sydney H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
13 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

Sydney too good care of Gus on a hot day! Came home to very content puppy.

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17 years of experience
Ithaca, NY, 14850

About: I have had Pets my entire life and have taken care of them since I can remember. I take care of family friends Dogs and Cats. I’ve house sitter for them and taken their dogs for walks for years. I love treating each pet with the same level of love they would get from their owners since they aren’t there. I do dog walking services around my neighborhood and enjoy being able to look out for our furry friends. I have been taking care of pets all my life. I am home for the summer from college and without a full time job I am able to be of pet care assistance at almost anytime. I believe that taking care of pets is a high priority in life and it deserves the same time and care as any other job. I believe that all pets deserve love and care the same way their owners would care for them. When an owner is not with the pet they deserve extra care to make them feel loved. I enjoy spending time with pets and giving them my time just as much as they may enjoy it. Pets are a major priority in my life and I think they deserve attention and care as much as we can give them.

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John was amazing! He followed all guidance and my dog was well taken care of. This was simply my best experience with a sitter and I credit that to John for being attentive, caring, and anticipatory to my pets needs.

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Omar S.
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Melanie has been awesome with my dogs! She always gives them lots of attention and is especially great with Brady, who needs a little extra care. Highly recommend!

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Matthew S.
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Above and beyond Walker came for a meet and greet before hand and was accommodating to my apartment’s lock situation.

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Michael L.
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Madelyn was very accommodating wonderful with our 18 month pup who during our visit to Ithaca. I will definitely be booking with her again on our next visit.

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Ruby K.
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Joey was friendly, got along with my dog, and was, punctual, quick to communicate, and responsible. What more could you ask of a dog walker?

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Michael L.
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Wonderful meet and greet and very informative and detailed comments and observations during walk and visit. I would absolutely recommend and will contact for dog walking again.

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Christina H.
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Jessica was a stellar sitter! She was communicative, reliable, and awesome with my dog. Our schedule needs no longer align, but I would rehire her in a heartbeat!

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Caroline F.
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Claudia is a gem! I was a little nervous having someone I don’t know come to the house to walk/care for my dog and pup. She came the day before for a meet and greet and she completely put me at ease. She is a natural with dogs, is professional, and so kind. When we were gone she sent us photos of them and let us know via text how it went. I will definitely hire her in the future! Thank you Claudia.

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Holly S.
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Megan did a great job with our reactive dog. She communicated quickly and well with us. Thank you Megan!

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Exley B.
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Emma is great. This was her first one-on-one with Spunky after meeting a couple of times previously. She was timely and took Spunky on one of his favorite loops. Would not hesitate to use Emma for our future needs!

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Jessica T.
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Gianni continues to consistently, kindly and professionally show up on time and walks Tucker. I can’t recommend him enough to anyone who needs a dog walker. Thanks Gianni!

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Marge P.
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Lily was flexible and responsive. We will definitely use her again. Thanks for taking such good care of Monito!

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Dena Jane C.
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The average cost for Dog Walking in Ithaca on Rover is $26.64 per walk (as of August 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Walking easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Walking. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of August 2026, there are 324 sitters on Rover offering Dog Walking across Ithaca. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

Whether you want a solo or group walk depends on your dog's personality. Solo walks can be beneficial for dog parents with reactive dogs, puppies, or dogs who are anxious around unfamiliar animals. Many dog walkers on Rover offer private, one-on-one walking services.

Group walks are a good fit for social dogs who enjoy structured walks. If your dog prefers the energy of a group stroll, ask your dog walker about group walks in your Ithaca. Since all dog walkers are local, they may have a neighborhood dog who is a good walking companion to yours.

For dog walking services, you can request a report card update with specifics about your dog’s walk. Report cards require photos and can include a map of the walking route , total walk time, poop and pee breaks, and distance traveled, so you know exactly where your dog has been walking in Ithaca.

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Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

Yes, you can find walkers who have experience with handling special pet needs in Ithaca. On Rover:

  • 95% of walkers can help with special care needs
  • 100% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 100% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a walker. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your walker or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your walker questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and walkers on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

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