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Mary Z.

Schenectady, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
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Services

Mary can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

My schedule is flexible, and I can do a few dog walks or drop in visits in one day, if you live close to me!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Mary Z.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With two dogs of my own, I can only accept dogs that get along with other dogs. This is for obvious safety reasons. My yard is completely fenced in with a six foot fence.

Information Mary Z. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs. Medications? Crate training? I want to make sure your pup has the absolute best stay possible!

A typical day

I love to walk dogs at Riverside Park in Schenectady, or even take them to a special nature preserve for a few hours. Or, we can stick close to home, if you’d prefer that. Sometimes they might come with me to “help” on the farm I manage

Location

Schenectady, NY

Mary Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Providing loving care to your pets!

Pet care experience

Hi there, I’m Mary, and I got my start fostering pets through a local shelter, welcoming dozens of furry friends into my home over the years. These days I focus on dog walking and drop in visits for your pets. For my full time job, I manage historic sites, including a farm where I take care of donkeys, goats, sheep, chickens, and of course barn cats! I look forward to making sure your own dog or cat has all their needs taken care of while you’re away. Nothing makes me happier than seeing a big grin on your pup’s face, tail wagging, during my visit. If that means a brisk walk, cuddling, treats, or a good head scratch, it is my pleasure to make sure s/he is completely content in my care. My own canine assistant Ziggy sometimes tags along on walks or visits; If you have a young or energetic dog, I guarantee s/he’ll have a blast playing chase with Ziggy.

Reviews

Leah & Todd P.
Drop-In Visits • May 26, 2026
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Mary took such good care of our gang of quadrupeds. We booked last minute but she was still able to schedule a meet & greet with the crew prior to caring for them. One of our dogs (ok, 2) struggles with new people, but Mary was patient and took her on a little trust walk to get acclimated, which meant a lot to us. She was a dream and we highly recommend her to care for your loved ones too!

Sarah S.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 24, 2024
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Did a great job, everything went smoothly!

Bryan C.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 07, 2024
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Everything went without a hitch, Mary took great care of my dogs.

Brian A.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 29, 2024
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Very pleasant experience. Mary is very nice and kept me up to date on my two shy cats.

About Mary Z.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

With two dogs of my own, I can only accept dogs that get along with other dogs. This is for obvious safety reasons. My yard is completely fenced in with a six foot fence.

Information Mary Z. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs. Medications? Crate training? I want to make sure your pup has the absolute best stay possible!

A typical day

I love to walk dogs at Riverside Park in Schenectady, or even take them to a special nature preserve for a few hours. Or, we can stick close to home, if you’d prefer that. Sometimes they might come with me to “help” on the farm I manage

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Mary Z.

Schenectady, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews