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

Bradley did a great job following the instructions during the visits with detail. I was impressed with how he handled my dog being over 100 pounds by establishing himself as a friendly presence before interactions. Highly recommend this young man for future opportunities.

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Kenia K.
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$20
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10 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

About: I’ve taken care of many pets in my life as I used to live on a farm growing up. I treat them all as if they’re my kids. I have a part time job as a nurse at a nursing home and I have two children in the home but over the ages of 15, other than that I have no young kids or other pets. I have a fenced yard with plenty of room to play! As well I have a park 2 mins from my home that I can take any pet I’m caring for.

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Ashley G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
3 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Was great with our 2 cats. Feed, them both, and gave medicine to our Lucky. Spent time petting and playing with them. Arrived on time, and sent pictures of our precious babies. We will hire again. The cats each gave her 2 paws up. :)

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Lulu B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
10 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I’ve had cats my entire life and a dog since I was ten. I’ve also been volunteering at animal shelters since the beginning of 2024! I have a calm energy which is great for putting anxious pets at ease. I have the most experience with small dogs but love dogs of all sizes! I have the most availability on weekends but I have no problem making weeknight visits to provide your pets with the care they deserve! I have my own car so transportation is not an issue. Pet safety whether out and about or in your home is my top priority! I am careful to observe animal body language so I can better know when to give a pet space or remove them from a distressing situation. If you have any care or safety concerns that are specific to your home or pet, do not hesitate to let me know!

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Jacob Z.
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$14
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4.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have 2 dogs at home back in Austin, one since late 2012, the other since early 2016. I've always gotten along well with dogs. I've found that most of them are very perceptive to who dog people are and they basically always recognize that in me. My dogs back in Austin helped me get through the day. Other than going to school at Hudson Valley Community College, there hopefully shouldn't be any scheduling conflicts. I try to make sure my dogs get enough attention, and usually we can count on each other for emotional support when they wouldn't prefer to spend time with the other members of my family.

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Stephanie B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
16 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

Net is awesome! She came to the house a few times, to meet Lucy, before our trip so Lucy was comfortable with her. She visited Lucy 4 times per day starting very early and a bedtime visit around 8:00pm. Polite, dependable, caring, professional and dedicated are a few words to describe Net. We will definitely have her take care of Lucy again and I encourage you to have her care for your pet as well! Six out of 5 stars!!

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Danielle C.
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$23
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2 years of experience
Menands, NY, 12204

About: I have always taken care of pets in a way that is personal, individual and all about making them feel loved. I never like when I have to close the door to leave! I can walk, board or visit your pets after working hours during the "school year" and have a lot of availability in the summer! I can do either 2 or 3 visits a day for varying times! I am incredibly careful and I like to play and talk to pets constantly:) I love to let them be as free and included for as much of the day as possible!

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Sophia G.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Rensselaer, NY, 12144

Sophia did an amazing job watching my 2 dogs! She sent detailed updates, lots of photos, and went above and beyond to make sure they felt comfortable while I was gone for 10 days. She maintained a high level of communication and I never had to worry. I highly recommend her for taking care of any pet you need!

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Shantalee M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12207

Everything was great working with Shantalee, I’m looking forward to have them sit for me again!

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Jessica F.
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4.6 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Pine Hills, Albany, NY, 12208

About: I have been dog sitting dogs since I was a teenager. I have experience with many different breeds both big and small. Since I don’t have any pets of my own right now I love being able to go meet new furry friends and play with them I have a pretty flexible work schedule. I can make my own schedule based off of the needs clients may have. Depending on when your pets need care I can adjust my schedule accordingly It is my pleasure to keep your pets company while you are away. I am happy to help out with whatever is needed. I am reliable and will keep your pets company while you are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Jose A.
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Jose A.
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4.9 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
21 repeat clients
1 year of experience
West Hill, Troy, NY, 12180

Jose did an amazing job with Marley! I was able to leave an entire week without having to worry once. Was always on time and walked my dog to the park every time. Marley loved Jose, so much so Marley was playing fetch with sticks which I’ve never seen him do! Jose also took amazing pictures at every check in

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Josephine C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
6 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12202

Great sitter! Would definitely book again

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Sitter Profile Image: Margaret M.
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Margaret M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
3 repeat clients
22 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12205

About: I have a very dog friendly home with a dog door accessible to a large fully fenced in yard. If your dog enjoys swimming during the summer months, my pool is dog friendly. I enjoy sending photos and videos of your pup(s) all day long. I visit the dog park for ball throwing and safe, leashed walks 2-3 times a day. At home play breaks in the fenced in yard are common practice in my house. Snuggles on the couch are a must! My yard is completely safe for dogs. I always provide fresh water and enjoy spending time with dogs: petting them, playing with them, talking to them and walking them. Dogs are the best! They all have their own personality and there is something special and charming about every dog.

Sitter Profile Image: Anna C.
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Anna C.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
13 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Anna is great!!! Thank you very much!!!

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Merissa & Nick M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Campus Area-University District, Albany, NY, 12203

Merrisa was a fabulous sitter!! Her dedicated care and thoughtful communication left both our beloved Diego and us at ease! Highly recommend!!! Thank you for everything 🫶🏾

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Larry F.
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$22
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5.0 out of 5 stars
62 reviews
18 repeat clients
15 years of experience
TROY, NY, 12182

Larry was great with our two cats. It was our first time using Rover and I'll definitely be booking him again next time we need someone to watch our cats. All directions were followed and he even helped pickup the hairballs while we were away.

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail V.
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Abigail V.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
5 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I grew up with 2 dogs, and currently have a cat! I have always lived with a pet and understand what an important part of our lives they are. Let’s discuss your pet’s needs so you can be more at ease while you are away. I look forward to meeting you! I work from home Tuesday/Thursdsy/Friday and in albany Monday/Wednesday 8-4pm. I am very flexible to work with you on a customized care plan for your fur babies. I do not watch animals in my own home, but I take extra precautions to leave your home just as I found it, and make sure your pet is secure when I arrive and leave.

Sitter Profile Image: MacKenzie G.
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MacKenzie G.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
13 years of experience
Albany, NY, 12206

Highly recommended. Really great in taking care of my cats, and also very responsive and accommodating to the request.

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Sitter Profile Image: Patricia B.
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Patricia B.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I am a dedicated pet sitter with over seven years of experience providing loving care for dogs of all ages, temperaments, and breeds. Growing up with dogs, I have developed a passion for animal welfare at a young age, and have decided to turn this passion into a career, offering peace of mind to pet owners while they are away. I also have a German Shepherd Mix named Paloma, who is a sweet and loving rescue, but can also be anxious and temperamental in certain environments. Therefore, I am well-equipped with the knowledge and understanding required to care for dogs that require extra attention/accommodation. I have a full-time job, but can be available outside of my work hours of 7:30-4:30pm M-F. If needed and communicated in advance, I can be flexible. As an experienced and loving pet sitter, I bring exceptional care to make every visit special in your home, I'll follow your routines, manage any quirks with ease, and shower your dog with the affection they deserve, ensuring their comfort and happiness while you're away.

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Kaeleigh B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Latham, NY, 12110

Kaeleigh is a kind, caring, and honest pet sitter. She pays great attention to detail and sends me information about my cat's disposition (with photos) during every drop-in visit. She's easily able to address all of my cat's needs, and she goes above and beyond to make sure my cat is feeling well. Kaeleigh is very sweet, friendly, and trustworthy. I highly recommend her pet-sitting services.

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Hannah was very responsive and intent on providing our pup with the care we desired. It was very clear from the photos that he enjoyed her presence very much.

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Hunter J.
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Samantha is extremely personable and was great with my dog and cat. She was there when she said she would be and the animals seemed to really like her. Will definitely work with her again, if she’s willing :)

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Caroline I.
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I could not have been happier with Rima! I am always nervous leaving our dog with anyone because of her separation anxiety, but Rima was AMAZING. She sent so many updates and videos and really bonded with our dog! Seeing the happiness and how comfortable our dog was with her instantly from the videos made me relaxed. Trying to make plans to do something again so I can ask her to sit! Thank you so much Rima!!!

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Theresa L.
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Miranda did an amazing job sitting for my tortoises and geckos! She provided them excellent care and sent great pics from every visit.

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Angela A.
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Gianna was an absolute angel with our young pup, Birdie! She gave us detailed updates and some amazing pics of our dog. You can tell she really cares about animals. Gianna is very sweet and I will 100% use her again!!

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Hailey N.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Nicole was amazing! We have used Rover for years, but have never had someone come to our house, so I was very anxious to start this process in general. From the messages, to the meet and greet, to the actual dog sitting, I can confidently say Nicole was an excellent choice all around. She is very communicative and personable (putting my own anxieties at ease!), sent detailed updates, was incredibly respectful of our home, and all of my kids were very happy with her. My dog is often a loud and anxious weirdo, but was excited to both meet Nicole and then have her in our home. Even my temperamental cat wanted to interact with her. We will absolutely check her availability next time we are in need. Thank you so much again, Nicole!

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Casey R.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alexandra continues to be such a big help to our family! She's flexible, attentive, and the animals clearly love having her visit. We get such peace of mind with her taking care of our dog with medical needs (diabetes). She's very diligent with his medications and monitoring him for symptoms. Such a relief being able to trust them to her care without worrying while we are away!

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Kaitlyn W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Sophia did an amazing job watching my 2 dogs! She sent detailed updates, lots of photos, and went above and beyond to make sure they felt comfortable while I was gone for 10 days. She maintained a high level of communication and I never had to worry. I highly recommend her for taking care of any pet you need!

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Nate B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Leah was absolutely amazing — incredibly responsive, communicative, and attentive. It was such a relief to feel like I didn’t have to worry about my pup while I was away. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter.

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Rachel T.
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Jessica was great! She was flexible with timing to meet Vin, communicated clearly before and during the stay, and I was sure that Vin was in good hands the whole time. I will definitely be a return customer the next time I'm looking for some help!

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Ben A.
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Anna is alway a lifesaver coming in clutch to take on last minute bookings. Very lucky to have her as a sitter ❤️

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Allison M.
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Bianca was great. Tough to find my place and I was inactive on my phone. She still dropped in, happy dogs, communication on point. Highly recommended for your pups.

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David P.
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They’re great my dog has separation anxiety and it only took 15 minutes to get her warmed up and outside with these two

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Oliver D.
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Elizabeth did an amazing job taking care of our animals! We loved seeing the pictures of them each day as well as the kind notes. It made us feel so comfortable that our animals were loved while we were away!

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Chloe N.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Menands on Rover is $23.31 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting 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 Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,161 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Menands. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Menands stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Menands choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

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 .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter 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 sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters 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.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Menands with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

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

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% 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.

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.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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