Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in New Scotland, Albany, NY
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1. Heather B.

“Wonderful with my Colby! Highly recommended. Heather is reliable and was available in a pinch when my sitter was unavailable. She bonded with him quickly and I feel secure with him in her care.”


2. Casey S.


“Casey is the best! Any time Casey drops by the check on the cats while we are away, we come home to very happy kitties. Casey also always takes time to play with them and send pictures! 🐈🐈⬛”


3. Sarah G.

“Wow. Sarah was exceptional! I was out of town for 10+ days. Sara consistently sent pictures along with a status of each visit. Cats were very well taken care of. Sara is the sitter you hope to find while taking a chance on an app. I am fortunate to have found her. Thank you Sara! P.S. cat food ran low so Sara volunteered to pick up a bag. That is service with a smile!”


4. Jose A.

“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”


5. Clyanna L.

“Clyanna was fantastic with our cat!! He's notoriously grumpy but was playing with her after just a day or two or getting to know her, which is high praise from our orange boy! Clyanna was communicative, friendly, and so kind with Roo, especially during the holidays when we couldn't be with him. We will definitely work with her again!”


6. Ewan E.

“Ewan was great ! Very caring and attentive to my dog and two cats. Followed pet care instructions closely and seemed generous with his time spent on visits. Hope to use his services again.”


7. Nailah L.
“Nailah's my sister. Animals always loved her. Our dog especially is always by her side and looks to her for care and attention when my dad isn't in the house. She’s usually the one who takes care of most of his needs, from feeding him to taking him out for walks and showing him plenty of love. You can tell our dog feels happiest and safest when he's with her. She’s incredibly responsible, especially when it comes to taking care of our dog. She makes sure he’s well-fed, healthy, and is the first to notice when his behavior changes. She takes her role very seriously and always puts Achilles's needs first, which makes her someone you can rely on when it comes to looking after your animals.”


8. Glenmary A.

“Our fur babies were in great hands with Glenmary. She was very communicative and flexible over a busy holiday time. We felt very comfortable trusting her and will definitely be using her services again. Thanks!”




9. Laney R.

“Laney has been doing drop-in visits for our new puppy for the last two weeks while we're at work and we are so delighted to have her help! Our puppy absolutely adores her and enjoys the time to play and have some company midday. Laney is super responsive and great to work with :) Highly recommend!”


10. Jessica A.

“Jessica was great with my 6 pets on a recent weekend. She was very responsive, sent me photos, communicated with me daily and was successful at getting 1 of my dogs with dementia to go outside for her. Would recommend.”


11. Eleanor W.

“Eleanor is terrific! She was very conscientious about knowing how to administer my cats’ medicines. When I returned from my trip, my house was as orderly as when I left it. Most importantly, she has a real affinity for animals. My cats loved her. One of them is very reserved but I could tell from the notes and pictures she posted on Rover that he warmed up to her very quickly. I felt very comfortable having left my cats in her capable hands.”


12. Miranda S.

“Miranda did a great job with our kitty. She took great photos and wrote thorough updates. Kitty was happy and all was well when we came home.”


13. Rachel M.

“Rachel was great and made me comfortable leaving my cats for a week. She sent me pictures and videos like I asked for and seemed to genuinely enjoy spending time with my cats :) Rachel kept an eye on heat warnings in the area and adjusted my AC and fan accordingly & recognized when the cats would enjoy some open-window fresh air which I really appreciated. I would definitely ask Rachel to cat sit again in the future!”


14. Nancy D.

“Nancy took great care of my little kitties and provided wonderful updates and pictures. She did everything asked and more! Would definitely ask her to watch them again”


15. Nyasia A.

“Thanks so much for a last minute lunch visit!”


16. Alexandra H.

“Alex was great! She took good care of our 2 cats :)”


17. Elena R.

“Elena did a wonderful job with our 2 dogs. She was timely and sent great photos while she did her visits. We’ve used Elena two separate times and both times worked very well for us. We could do what we needed to do knowing that are pups were well taken care of. Plan to have Elena care for them again.”


18. Jennifer S.
“Jennifer has one of the most caring and gentle hearts I know! Aside from this innate quality of hers, on a professional level, she is reliable and extremely hardworking. Her love for animals also runs deep, as she has cared with patience and love for her own pets. This love and attention would carry over to any pet she is able to care for! I could not recommend Jennifer more!”




19. Natasha B.

“Very professional! I did not have time to meet her in person before the holiday, but she was very pleasant and kind over a video chat! She kept my little kitty very happy and I am glad to have booked her”


20. Tomasilienne L.
“Tomasilienne was excellent and kept my cat so happy and healthy! I had forgotten to tell her where the litter stuff is and I was in a different time zone but she figured it all out. Super communicative and helpful and I could tell my cat was in great care. I appreciate her so much!!!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in New Scotland on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 145 pet sitters in New Scotland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of New Scotland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in New Scotland have an average of 12 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in New Scotland.
Rover makes it easy to find New Scotland pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 145 pet sitters in New Scotland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In New Scotland, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 93% offer medication administration, and 86% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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.
Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
