Pet Sitting in Poughkeepsie
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Top rated Poughkeepsie pet sitters
“It was my first time using a pet sitter but I’m a customer for life now! Adrianna did such a good job with my babies, very communicative and thorough, clean, super considerate, and an obvious animal lover. Cannot recommend enough. The perfect person if you’re picky about your animals or on the fence about hiring someone. 10/10”
“I had a problem with a different sitter that canceled during the booking and Ashlyn was more than happy to take over and take care of my fur babies. She did wonderful! All of my cats felt comfortable and were always happy to see her! She even swept my back catio and offered to vacuum as well. She’ll go out of her way to make you and your fur babies feel as comfortable as possible. I definitely would recommend her she’s amazing Thank You Ashlyn ?”
About: I grew up on a farm and I've Loved animals all my life. My first dog's name was Harry and I currently have Loki Mr Perce sweet Bean and fuzzles 🥰 they're indoor outdoor and my sister lives right up the road so if I end up gone for a little while she takes care of them I love to pet and play with animals and look forward to taking care of yours 😊 PS if you are 50 miles or more away from me I have no problem house sitting I just can't do it for one day but longer periods of time are welcome at that distance I'm currently working for doordash so I get to make my own schedule so whenever I get jobs here I will have plenty of time to take care of your animals I live in the country so my animals get to roam safely around the place and come inside when they want to generally Loki sleeps at my feet Mr prayers will often sleep next to me and occasionally fuzzles or sweet being will jump in to but they have a good life just running around the farm and coming inside and playing with toys
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Adrianna S.
“It was my first time using a pet sitter but I’m a customer for life now! Adrianna did such a good job with my babies, very communicative and thorough, clean, super considerate, and an obvious animal lover. Cannot recommend enough. The perfect person if you’re picky about your animals or on the fence about hiring someone. 10/10”
Ashlyn P.
“I had a problem with a different sitter that canceled during the booking and Ashlyn was more than happy to take over and take care of my fur babies. She did wonderful! All of my cats felt comfortable and were always happy to see her! She even swept my back catio and offered to vacuum as well. She’ll go out of her way to make you and your fur babies feel as comfortable as possible. I definitely would recommend her she’s amazing Thank You Ashlyn ?”
Melissa M.
“Melissa was great and handled my cat with care!”
Matthew D.
About: I grew up on a farm and I've Loved animals all my life. My first dog's name was Harry and I currently have Loki Mr Perce sweet Bean and fuzzles 🥰 they're indoor outdoor and my sister lives right up the road so if I end up gone for a little while she takes care of them I love to pet and play with animals and look forward to taking care of yours 😊 PS if you are 50 miles or more away from me I have no problem house sitting I just can't do it for one day but longer periods of time are welcome at that distance I'm currently working for doordash so I get to make my own schedule so whenever I get jobs here I will have plenty of time to take care of your animals I live in the country so my animals get to roam safely around the place and come inside when they want to generally Loki sleeps at my feet Mr prayers will often sleep next to me and occasionally fuzzles or sweet being will jump in to but they have a good life just running around the farm and coming inside and playing with toys
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Poughkeepsie is $20
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Poughkeepsie on Rover as of Aug 2025 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 Aug 2025, there are 6 pet sitters in Poughkeepsie. 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, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Poughkeepsie.
Rover makes it easy to find Poughkeepsie 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 6 pet sitters in Poughkeepsie on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened 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.
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