Dog Walkers in North Ballston Spa, NY

About: Aside from my 3 personal pets, I have raised 4 Seeing Eye dogs and pet sat for over a dozen families. I have experience in dog first aid, potty training, and reactive dogs. Socialization is important and I have the knowledge on how to do so safely for each individual dog. All breeds of dogs are welcome. I work from home and am available 24/7. I love being able to take the dogs on either long walks or a quick potty break. I have a fenced in yard and a crate available for any size dog. I am aware of dog safe foods and carry Benadryl and hydrogen peroxide for emergencies.

About: I grew up with two labs of my own and pet-sat frequently for family and friends. I have been walking and sitting/boarding dogs since February 2020. I work from home Monday through Friday. I am happy to have a companion join me while I work or take care of your pet weeknights and weekends. My fiancé and I live in a quiet neighborhood in Ballston Spa. Since I work from home, I can be with your pet all day.

About: Hello, my name is Alie and my #1 passion is animals! In search of my calling in life, I have found myself working for a pet grooming salon in my hometown, Milton, NY! I spend my days Tuesday-Saturday bathing, drying, and brushing the neighborhood dogs then go home to love on my own German Shepard/Belgian Malinois mix and Tabby! My weekends are filled with time spent with my family (pets are family!) and my pet sitting clients. I have spent my whole life around dogs and cats, helping to fulfill all of their needs, and have been formally pet-sitting for the public since 2021. Since I was about 12 years old, I have gained experience caring for dogs for friends and family, providing basic care such as feeding and potty breaks. As I grew, my experience expanded to include transportation to and from the vet and groomer, feeding, oral medication administration, ear drops/ointment, eye drops, walking, and (the best part of course) playing! My experience also includes my feline friends, most often multi-cat homes, for regular feeding, oral medication administration, ear ointment, litter box cleaning, and, you guessed it, playing! I currently work at a grooming salon in Milton Tuesday-Saturday, so on those days I am available to love on your pets in the morning before I go to work and in the evening! On Sundays and Mondays, I can come for a visit during the mid-day hours. All of my clients are the highlight of my work-day, I look forward to every visit so you can trust me to be there when you need me! Your pets safety and comfort are of the utmost importance to me, I take any time necessary to ensure your pet's comfortable with me being inside their home, even if I exceed the typical 30m or 60m visit length! Working at a grooming salon, I have honed my skills with dog body language so I know when your pups are upset. My experience with cats has also taught me when the kitties aren't happy as well! Meet & Greets are a necessary part of the booking process to ensure everyone's safety over the course of a booking. All bookings that include a dog are required to have a one-time complimentary Meet & Greet prior to booking. Dogs are careful about the humans they trust, espcially with their parents gone, so I'd like to make friends with you present! Other bookings that only include cats are not required to have a Meet & Greet prior to booking but you are more than welcome to request one! Any additional Meet & Greets that are requested beyond the initial complimentary Meet & Greet will be booked at the drop-in rate listed on my profile. At the first visit, slow and quiet are the name of the game, I take my time going about their routine so they can get used to me! After my tasks are done, it's my goal to make them as comfy as possible by offering them their favorite toys and treats at their own pace. By the end of the booking, my aim is to be your pets new best friend and your go-to sitter!

“Always on time and great with my pup. I'm happy to know she can walk him on my long work days!”

Jacob D.

“Sabrina is prompt, reliable, communicative, and worked with me on a last minute booking when my circumstances changed. She has been pleasant and flexible to accommodate our needs. She is great with Bruin and I have already booked her again!”

Kevin L.

About: I have over 10 years of experience caring for dogs, and I truly believe they are the best companions. After losing my beloved cat of 20 wonderful years last year, caring for pets has become a meaningful way for me to heal while connecting with animals again. I’m a stay-at-home mom to a wonderful little boy, which allows me to be flexible and available for walks, playtime, feeding, and potty breaks whenever needed. I’m trustworthy, dependable, and deeply understand how important pets are as members of the family. Caring comes naturally to me—before becoming a mom, I worked full-time in a retirement community caring for elders, where families trusted me daily with their loved ones. That same level of care and responsibility extends to every pet I look after. I love dogs of all breeds and sizes, and pet care is a great way for me to contribute to my household while doing something I genuinely enjoy. Please note that my four-year-old often accompanies me on walks and drop-in visits, so pets must be comfortable around children. As a stay-at-home mom, I’m able to offer flexible scheduling, seven days a week, with the option for multiple check-ins per day. I’m very punctual and take pet care seriously—pets are family and deserve to be treated with love, patience, and respect. As a stay at home mom, I have flexibility that meets your pets needs, seven days a week and can make multiple check ins a day! I am very reliable and know how important it is to be on time for drop in visits. I also would never take taking care of someone’s pet for granted. Pets are family, and should be treated that way.

“Emma was sweet , punctual and communicative!”

Amanda G.

About: I have had pets since I was 4 years old! I love having pets in my home and making them a part of my family. My dog loves every dog she has ever met and loves to have a playmate! If you bring your pet to my house they will be treated like one of my family members! I work full time Monday-Friday 7:30-4, but my husband works from home and I am home all day during the weekends. My husband also loves dogs and has plenty of free time during his work day to take walks and give lots of love! I have a fenced in back yard with lots of room for running. We are on a cul de sac so there is very little traffic in my part of the neighborhood. My home also has several baby gates to make sure that your pet is safe if I have to leave them in the house for a short amount of time.

“I am so relieved to hear how well he did! I forgot to tell you that he typically just pees on his walks. Good to have a bag ready anyway I’m assuming he buried his head in The snow and trolled through it like a mole? The one pic with snow all over his face is hysterical. I’ll be sure to book for Wednesday and Friday. The garage door code is 4003. It is the pad on the left when looking at the garage from the driveway. His leash is hanging right where you left it. Please do me a favor next time and remove his big collar too he’s done. Because he has so much hair it tends to get knotted up when he wears his collar too much. Thank you!!”

Tina G.

About: I’ve spent my entire life caring for animals of all kinds—big, small, and everything in between. From growing up surrounded by dogs and cats to earning a degree in Equine Reproduction and working as a veterinary assistant, animal care has always been at the heart of who I am. Over the past 20 years, I’ve raised four amazing Pitbulls, a spunky Jack Russell, and four cats. Our animals truly are our kids. I’ve cared for puppies, kittens, seniors, and special needs pets, and I’m highly experienced with giving medications, recognizing health issues, and providing basic first aid. Whether I’m staying in your home or dropping in for visits, your pets will be treated like family—because that’s how I see them. I understand how important it is to have someone you trust, and I’m here to make sure your pets are safe, loved, and happy while you’re away. I do my best to stay flexible for you and your pets. I’m available for most bookings, including weekends, holidays, and even last-minute requests. Whether you need a quick drop-in, an extended stay, or an emergency sitter, I’m here to help. My goal is to make your life easier while giving your pets the consistent, loving care they deserve. When I’m caring for your pets in your home, my top priority is keeping their routine consistent and their environment calm. I’ll follow your instructions closely—from feeding schedules and potty breaks to favorite toys and cuddle habits—because I know how important the little details are. I aim to keep things stress-free by maintaining your pet’s normal routine, minimizing disruption, and giving them the same love and attention you would. I always treat my clients’ homes with respect, keep things clean and tidy, and make sure you’re updated with photos and messages so you can relax knowing your pets are happy and safe.

“Emily is our springer spaniels favorite person on earth I think! And our cat is excited when she stops in to pick the dog up - and she is never excited….”

Erica M.

“Lori is an awesome dog walker. My pup loves her. She gets very excited to see Lori everyday. Look forward to many more walks ?”

Julean A.

“Thank you again for all the attention you gave Molly. We hope to arrange sitting time with you again in the future! We felt very comfortable leaving her with you. She was in good hands!”

Cindy I.

About: I have several years experience caring for dogs of all sizes, as well as small animals and exotics. Worked for a couple years at a dog daycare/ boarding facility. I foster dogs with medical and behavioral issues so I’ve seen it all. (Currently taking a break from fostering so I have room to board dogs) I’m home full time right now! I may go out for a couple hours for dog walking, but other than that someone is always here. We have a spare room if they need their own space. We have lots of experience fostering and crate/ rotate. We always make sure to spend equal quality time with each dog. If I am caring for your pets at your home I will spend the night there with them.

About: I can care for puppies, and give special tender-loving care to senior or disabled dogs. I am skilled at reinforcing training and giving snuggles. Whether your pet needs just a check-in or you'll be out of town for up to week, I will make sure your pet feels happy, safe, and well cared for. My dogs have all been special needs, from my last dog: Rowan, Mini Aussie pup that we got from a little farm who had anxiety, to my first dog Abby who had hip dysplasia. All dogs are welcome in my care. I have a strong arm (even if I don't look like it) and will always give the best doggie care I'm able to! I'm currently taking some time off, and I have very open availability. All requests need to be made 4-5 days in advance, I do not serve areas outside of Saratoga City Limits. I believe that the security and safety both of your home and pet come first. If you have special requests please make them known to me. I don't think anyone's home should be treated any differently than the animal that deserves treasuring and nurturing. Your dog will be treated with respect and kindness, their special needs heeded, and their boundaries observed & kept in mind.

About: I've been taking care of my family's animals since a young age. I have a german shepherd who has lived with me since she was a puppy. I have a passion for animals and would like to make animals my number one priority. I have cared for seniors dogs and puppies as well as kittens and cats. I don’t have any set plans so you’re animals will come first. I just graduated university trying to make some money while looking for a long term job. I have a fenced-in backyard, so my animals are out there as much as they can be. I walk my animals 3-4 a day depending on the weather (if it's not too hot or too cold). I have beds all over for the dogs to lay when they need to relax. I will treat your animals like they are mine.

About: Hi I am Fiona! My boyfriend Filip and I are looking to make some extra money on the side of our full time jobs. We both love animals and would love spending our free time taking care of yours! We have 2 cats currently, but have had dogs of entire lives. We are both active and would love to go on walks with your dogs, but we wouldn’t mind a lazy pet who just wants treats and cuddles! Filip and I both work full time during the week (Engineer and Internal Auditor) so we are looking to do weekend stop ins and weeknight walks. We want your pets to feel comfortable around us as we do around them so we will care for them based on what you let us know.

About: 20 plus years experienced caretaker. I've rescued, fostered and adopted senior pets, pregnant mamas, puppies and the like. I have experience with walks, overnights, administering meds, wound care and of course snuggles. I work a pretty flexible part time schedule of afternoon and early evening hours a few days a week that allows me to schedule visits as needed to accommodate your pets schedule. However I am instructed to do so by the owner. In my home, I have a fenced in yard, there is also a dog park in the community. I have animal crates if needed. Large and small depending upon what is needed. I also have a silly dog of my own at home as a companion.

About: I’m a pet owner and have helped take care of many friend’s and family member’s pets. I love walking dogs, spending time with them, and happy to follow any instructions you leave. I work from home and have pretty flexible availability to drop in on your dog or cat during the week or on weekends throughout Ballston Spa. I’m very attentive to keeping pets safe and well cared for - will always follow any directions you provide and am very good with my own dog when letting her out of walking on a leash.

“Amanda was great with my dogs!”

Raja B.