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Sitter Profile Image: Bradley S.
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Bradley S.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
13 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12222

Would highly and sincerely recommend. Incredibly caring towards my little mamas, and so respectful of my space. Made sure to gather all the info he needed from me. Regular updates and communication.

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Kevin K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Colonie, NY, 12205

Kevin was fantastic with Cosmo, we had scheduled him to watch Cosmo at our house for a long weekend and he took care of Cosmo and the house. He sent regular updates of the dog with images during the weekend and had let us know that his food was getting low so that we could order a new bag while we were out. I hope to schedule Kevin again in the future, he did a fantastic job.

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samantha m.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
120 reviews
31 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Guilderland, NY, 12084

About: I have taken care of puppies, young dogs and senior dogs for 10 years , My family and friends have relied on me to check in also for meals, playtime, walking , and having a lot of cuddle have relied on me when in need to care for their animals when away on vacation or just need a helping hand with walking also if you have a cat with a dog I will take care of the cat and dog too I am currently working part time in the afternoon (4:00 pm to 9:00 pm), we can make a plan to schedule what you need for my help, I will be happy! I am able to take care of your fur babies during my work days too. I always get a full schedule for the month. I will keep your dog busy during the day. Be patient and calm with pets that are scared and feel not sure, I will always make sure your dogs have some space, will allow your pets smell me first, make sure she or he feels comfortable with me... I will always let you know how your pet is doing I love to take pictures of your pet and will send you pictures Let me know what your pet needs, I will do anything for you and your pets

Sitter Profile Image: Heather B.
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Heather B.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
28 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12203

Heather took care of my young, high-energy dog while we were on vacation for a week and did an excellent job. We received frequent unsolicited updates, which I really appreciated. She did a great job keeping him busy and entertained. She also left our house very neat and tidy. I would absolutely book with her again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Merissa & Nick M.
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Merissa & Nick M.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

We had a wonderful experience with Merissa. She set up a meet and greet prior to accepting our request, which we very much appreciated. She was punctual and enthusiastic about staying with our dog. Merissa kept us updated and send many pics, we felt very comfortable and confident with her taking care of Dane and he was so excitedto have her here With him. Because of our experience, we have already booked her again and will continue to in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Eydid A.
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Eydid A.
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$42
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12203

I have two cats that are very picky about who they will be around and I selected Eydid because their profile shows how passionate they are with cats. It was my first time using Rover or any sitter and I was definitely anxious about it. Eydid is amazing - he took the time to get to know my cats, sit with them, and play with them. They love Eydid and that says a lot! Eydid was very respectful of my home and provided me with great updates and pics & videos of the cats having fun. 10/10 would select again. In fact I already have booked Eydid for another session when I am traveling out of the country :D

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Sitter Profile Image: Shantalee M.
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Shantalee M.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

Shantalee was great! We reached out at the last minute and she was very understanding. She took great care of our 3 dogs and was very communicative. She kept them happy and comfortable. We will definitely be booking her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Sara J.
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Sara J.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
19 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Lancaster, Albany, NY, 12203

Sara was by far one of the best pet sitter we have had! She was communicative, and very trustworthy- both making it extremely easy to work with her. We will be reaching out for future visits! Thank you so much for taking such good care of our dogs- this allowed us to both relax on our trip!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jessica F.
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Jessica F.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

Our experience with Jessica was absolutely amazing. We were gone for a week, and she took such incredible care of our two dogs. Taking care of two dogs can be a lot, but Jessica handled everything so well and made the whole process stress-free for us She kept us updated regularly with pictures and messages, and it was clear the dogs were getting tons of love, attention, and care every single day. One of our dogs is usually cautious around new people and was completely adamant about not warming up to anyone at first but by mid week, they had become best buddies. Seeing that level of trust and comfort honestly meant so much to us. When we got home, the dogs were so happy, relaxed, and attached to her routine that it actually took them almost 10 minutes to realize we were back! That alone says everything about how comfortable and cared for they felt during the stay. We’re very grateful for the care and attention she gave our pups and would gladly trust her again in the future. Highly recommend

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Sitter Profile Image: Natasha B.
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Natasha B.
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$85
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5.0 out of 5 stars
115 reviews
42 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Natasha was great. She came over to the house before I accepted the service to make us comfortable and to meet the pups, she asked all the right questions (vet, emergency contact, etc), and took great care of the pups. Will definitely rebook!

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Sitter Profile Image: Joe P.
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Joe P.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Guilderland, NY, 12084

It was so great to have Joe as a sitter for our pups while we were out of town. He understood that the dogs were not use to being alone over night and was very flexible. We hope to have Joe back in the very near future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail Maria H.
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Abigail Maria H.
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$100
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1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12203

About: I’ve been caring for dogs for over 5 years through a mix of personal, volunteer, and professional experience. I grew up pet sitting for neighbors, friends, and family, so I’ve been trusted with dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities from a young age. My parents also have two yorkies who I’ve helped care for over the years, which taught me a lot about routines, patience, and understanding each dog’s unique quirks. I also spend a couple of years working in a veterinary hospital in a client-care role. Even though I wasn’t a vet tech, I interacted with dogs every day and learned how to stay calm, read their body language, and make them feel comfortable in a new or unfamiliar environments. That experience helped me become confident handling shy, energetic, senior, and nervous pups. Between my personal background and my time in a vet setting, I’m comfortable with a wide range of dog temperaments and needs. I’m gentle, reliable, and always focused on making sure each dog feels safe, understood, and cared for. I work a hybrid job, which gives me a really flexible schedule for pet care. On my work from home days, I’m able to do quick walks throughout the day, especially around lunchtime or early afternoon. I’m available for drop/ins with plenty of notice. I’m also able to house sit on the days I’m remote or on weekends, and I make sure your pet’s routine stays consistent and stress free. If you need someone who can be around, keep your dog company, and provide reliable care during the day, my schedule works really well for that. Just let me know what you need, I’m happy to work with your routine. Your pet’s safety and comfort always come first. When I’m caring for a dog in your home, I keep their routine as close to normal as possible. Same feeding schedule, same walking style, same rules you use every day. I take the time to learn what helps your dog feel secure, whether that’s a quiet approach, extra playtime, or a slow, sniff-filled walk. I’m very respectful of your space and treat your home the same way I’d want someone to treat mine. I make sure doors are locked, lights are used responsibly, and everything is left clean and exactly how I found it. During visits or house-sitting, I keep a calm environment so your pet feels relaxed and safe while you’re away. I always pay close attention to behavior, energy levels, and anything that seems out of the ordinary. If something comes up, you’ll hear from me right away, communication and transparency are really important to me. My goal is for you to feel completely at ease knowing your pet and your home are in good hands.

Sitter Profile Image: Madalyn B.
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Madalyn B.
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$70
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
17 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Loudonville, NY, 12211

Madalyn continues to be our go-to sitter when we will be away. She has great communication with us throughout and sends pics to know our dog is in great hands. Ruby also loves playing with her dog which is amazing to see!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alex P.
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Alex P.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Whitehall, Albany, NY, 12209

Alex did a great job with Chip while I was out of town. It was clear he gave Chip lots of attention and gave him plenty of exercise. Alex was also very communicative and provided great updates!

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Sitter Profile Image: Jenna & Aidan S.
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Jenna & Aidan S.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Jenna and Aiden were absolutely a dream! My dogs were well cared for. We came home to happy healthy dogs and a house in better shape than when we left. They absolutely went above and beyond. They gave us updates on the dogs with pictures. We will be using them again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Rima B.
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Rima B.
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$50
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4.5 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
21 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Rima was very attentive with the dogs. She sent pictures and videos frequently so that we could see that the dogs were doing well. She spent a lot of time outdoors with them. She cleaned up after their poops. She washed towels and sheets so we came home to a clean house. We would use Rima again. We travel frequently to visit our children.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kylie C.
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Kylie C.
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$45
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5 years of experience
Schenectady, NY, 12303

About: My name is Kylie and I’ve always had such a strong passion for animals. I’m currently in school to be a licensed veterinary technician. While I pursue this, I also work full time in an animal emergency clinic. I have had 2+ years of animal emergency experience, including large dogs and cats, and even reptiles like snakes! I am comfortable pilling animals and have direct access to emergency care 24/7 in case your fur babies need it❤️. I currently own 2 cats of my own and a ball python. I’ve owned large dogs my whole life including a Cane Corso & Giant Schnauzer! I currently work full time in the animal emergency clinic. My schedule is Tuesday 11a-11p - Friday 7a-7p - Saturday 1p-1a and I do pick up shifts here and there. With this being said, I can come by before and/or after my shifts. I am currently not accepting boarding as my current living situation is not feasible for more animals than I currently own. I can care for pets in your home!

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Alexis W.
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$75
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5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
6 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Lex was an excellent In-house sitter for our 4 pets while we were away for Christmas Holiday.She lovingly cared for our 2 little 10 yr old dogs and 2 cats that had never been apart from us .She sent updated pics and messages. She made 2 meet and greets prior to our scheduled booking just so the pets could get used to her.She left the house spotless! If it wasn’t for Lex, we could never had gone away for the Holiday. Our dogs are paper trained only and Lex kept up with that meticulously and cleaned the litter box regularly. We would highly recommend Lex to anyone needing a loving and nurturing pet sitter. She is very trust worthy to let stay in your home.Lex will be our go-to pet sitter again for sure!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kenda R.
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Kenda R.
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$65
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
6 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12211

Kenda is a wonderful at this job. She really went the extra mile to become friends with my dog, not just the person that shows up to complete the task. This was especially important because I have an anxious and reactive rescue dog that takes some coaxing in order to trust people. Highly recommended and definitely my go-to dog walker going forward.

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Stephanie J.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

About: While I’ve never had my own dog, I have many dogs in my life who I adore, and who adore me. Dogs always approach me in public because they can sense how much I love them! I’ll love your pup as if it’s my own! I'm a PA student and my schedule is different everyday. If you request something a week in advance, I should be able to arrange something! Whether your pup just needs a buddy to hang out with or needs to be fed/walked, I’m in! I’m respectful of your space and can do whatever you need, as long as detailed instructions are left for me. I will go above and beyond to care for your pet as if it’s my own.

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Joe is amazing. Sent updates regularly, great pics and took the time to make our pup feel loved. Highly recommend.

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Jessica B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We had Bradley housesit for us and our dog and cat were so well taken care of. Both Tove and Buddy were completely content when we got home as if we never even left. Tove was given plenty of attention and walks. Bradley is able to handle Tove who has leash reactivity and can be a handful. Buddy also was at ease and seemed loved the extra attention. Overall a really wonderful experience and we hope to have Bradley sit for us again.

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Christina P.
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Heather stayed in touch and let us know how Axel was doing, and took great care of our buddy. Thank you!

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Jay H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Merissa and Nick took care of our two Bernese mountain dogs in our home. They were incredibly conscientious, professional, loving and playful with our fur family. My husband and I felt like our puppies had their own vacation while we were away given all the attention, play, and cuddles they received. Merissa and Nick were extremely responsive and took many wonderful pictures and videos documenting their time with our pups. They went above and beyond checking on our kitties as well. I would highly recommend them without the slightest reservation.

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Phil M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

We loved working with Haylea. She was so responsive and thoughtful, really tuned in to the needs of our high‑energy Aussie mix and our senior cat. Her daily updates were reassuring and sweet and helped give us peace of mind while we were away. We’d recommend her and will definitely use her again!

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Harlene M. d.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Maria was communicative throughout her stay with our pets - sending pictures and updates. She tidied up before she left making sure out first thoughts when getting home wouldn't be chores. She was considerate and thoughtful and we would book her again in a heartbeat.

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Sara-Becca S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

On a holiday weekend, at the last minute, Lynne jumped into the frail. Showed up without a Meet-n-Greet, and the dogs loved her. Like children with a new babysitter—they were on their best behavior. So all went smoothly and we were allowed to relax and do what we needed to.

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EA K.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Toma house sat for a week, and was perfectly reliable and good with my dog. I'm so excited to have found someone I trust and have already started lining up dates in my head to book with her again!

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Kaitlin W.
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in McKownville on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $60 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 613 house sitters in McKownville. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.

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

House sitters in McKownville have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in McKownville.

Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. McKownville house sitters are great for:

  • Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
  • Cats and caged pets
  • Pet parents on a tight schedule
  • Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away

Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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.

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