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Cynthia J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cynthia J.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

A New Bestie for Your Bestie

Dogs have always been a huge part of my life, and caring for them comes from a very genuine place in my heart. I have over 10 years of experience with dogs and have cared for my own, including Coco, who I adopted at 4 months old and is now 8, and Heidi, who is 7. I also helped care for Nico, a Pomeranian, and Nina, a Chihuahua, for 3 years, along with pet sitting for multiple dogs in clients’ homes in Austin, Texas. My dogs are incredibly special to me and have been emotional support companions through so much in my life, which is why I deeply understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog. I know they are not just pets, they are family. I recently moved from Austin, Texas to Hamilton, New York, and I’m excited to help local pet parents with drop-in visits and walks. I am very responsible, attentive, and understand that every dog has different needs. I always do my best to follow care instructions closely, provide updates and pictures, and make each visit as personalized as possible. I also prefer meeting dogs with their owner first when possible, so everyone feels comfortable. My goal is to make you feel confident that your dog will be safe, loved, and very well cared for.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Right now I offer drop-in visits and walks only, so I care for pets in the comfort of their own home where they feel most familiar and safe. I always want to follow the owner’s routine and instructions as closely as possible, because I know every dog is different. For drop-in visits, I can help with potty breaks, fresh water, feeding, playtime, and companionship. For walks, I make sure dogs are safe, comfortable, and getting the attention and exercise they need. I’m also happy to send picture updates so owners can feel at ease while they’re away. My goal is to make every visit feel dependable, caring, and personalized.

Ratings and reviews

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Morghan D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 11, 2026

Cynthia was the first person I any of my dogs with that weren’t family and she did a great job sending pictures and leaving notes about each of them. I would absolutely let her care for my pups again

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Colin F.
Mar 25, 2026

Cynthia is amazing with my dog and someone you can really trust to take good care of your pet as well. She’s kind, dependable, and clearly loves animals. She makes my dog feel comfortable and cared for, and you can tell she puts real attention into what she does. I’d definitely recommend Cynthia to anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter.

Cindy H.
Mar 25, 2026

Cynthia cared for my baby Maya, and I couldn’t be more grateful. From the moment they met, Maya felt comfortable and loved. By the end, she absolutely adored Cynthia. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing my dog was in such kind, attentive, and trustworthy hands. She went above and beyond for Maya. I would highly recommend Cynthia she is the best!

Kate N.
Mar 23, 2026

Cynthia is truly one of the most caring, responsible, and attentive dog owners I know. Her pup Coco is not just well loved, but incredibly well cared for, which speaks volumes about the kind of person Cynthia is. She has a natural instinct when it comes to animals, making them feel safe, comfortable and genuinely happy. Cynthia is dependable, communicative, and detail oriented, whether its sticking to routines, picking up on subtle changes in behavior, or going the extra mile to make sure every need is met. Anyone trusting her with their pet can feel completely confident that their dog will be treated like family. Beyond that, she’s just a wonderful human being! Kind, patient, and thoughtful in everything she does. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who will love and care for their dog as if it were her own.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care fits naturally into my routine because I work managing my own cleaning and management business from home which gives me flexibility in my schedule.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Cynthia can host up to 7 drop-ins per day
I would love to know your dog’s routine, personality, energy level, and anything that helps them feel most comfortable. It’s also important for me to know if they have any triggers, fears, medical needs, allergies, leash habits, or anything specific you’d like me to watch for during visits or walks. I also appreciate knowing what they enjoy most, whether that’s playtime, cuddles, treats, a slower walk, or just calm company, so I can make the experience feel as comfortable and personalized as possible.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.