Pet Sitting in Schenectady
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“Arin did a wonderful job with our cat Lily who is not the most friendly feline. By the end of the week visits Lily appeared to warm up to Arin. We felt very confident in leaving Lily with Arin and will definitely call Arin again in the future to sit for Lily. Great Job!!!!!”


“Debbie is absolutely fantastic. She is so responsive, thorough, thoughtful, and truly connected to my cats. She was on time every day and the photos and updates she provided set my mind at ease when I was away. Highly recommend.”

“Karina was great! She sent so many pictures of our 2 kitties which was wonderful and made leaving them easier for us. She took great care of them and gave us updates. She went above and beyond by carrying a package in that had been delivered while we were gone. Thank you Karina!”


“Rachel was great watching our cats. Send us a message update everyday and photos. Recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter and would absolutely hire her again when we go away”


“Having to leave when I had a sick cat at home was very stressful to me, but I wanted to keep him at home with his sister to keep his stress levels as low as possible. Nadia did an amazing job with both of my cats and was amazing with the sick one, patiently giving him the medication and fluids he needed daily and respecting his needs as well to keep him calm. I couldn't ask for more than someone who cares for my babies like their own and Nadia provided that for me. I will remember her for the next time I need to take a trip for sure!!”


“Patricia has great communication, was on time, and took good care of my little ones while I was away. She made me having to be away from them a little less worry-some. I never had to worry about them not being taken care of and I would definitely book her again.”


“Sofia was wonderful with my 2 Goldens. I felt very comfortable with her from the start. She came to my home and fed my boys, let them out and played ball! She sent me photos of her visit and I could see the joy in their faces. It was great to know we could enjoy ourselves out of town while our boys were happy and safe. I'd definitely hire her again.”


“Danica was great with my beloved pup! She was very willing to also take care of our ducks as she is a chicken mom herself. Danica was very punctual, communicative, and caring. I’ll definitely use her again and would recommend her to anyone!”


About: Dog owner of 12 years, currently living alone with no other pets & fenced in yard. I would love to provide you and your loved ones with reliable, loving care and meet them where they're at. *Experience boarding dogs for one night to several months *Experience walking dogs periodically and daily *Experience staying at pet owners' home and tending to plants *Experience with shy dogs I work a hybrid work schedule. I work from home Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays. Wednesdays and Fridays I am out of the house for about 9 hours from 8:30-5:30. I currently live alone in a house 1 bedroom home with a fenced in back yard. I am able to provide dedicated attention and comfortable surroundings for your loved ones. I have room for crates as needed. I like to be active and fun with your loved ones - I'm happy to go for walks, run around in the yard, whatever they enjoy best.

“Adrianna did a couple drop in visits while we were out of town on vacation to hang out with our cat. Adrianna was amazing with our Zoey, giving Zoey the attention she deserves while we were gone, and was prompt and friendly to communicate with. We plan to hire her again for other times we need someone to stay with our cat or dog!”


“Upon meeting Lianna we immediately got over our appreciation of having someone we didn’t know pet and house sit for us while we were away. Our older dog and cat are too set in their ways to board anywhere. Lianna asked the right questions and provided great answered to ours. She provided great responsive communication when needed and never pestered us with trivial stuff. Ultimately she left our house every bit as clean as when we left, taking care of all laundry and dishes before leaving. We will certainly call on Lianna again for absolutely worry free house and pet sitting service. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”


About: I currently work in a dog daycare/kennel & also in cat boarding. I've worked as a volunteer and foster for Furballz cat rescue for 5 years I currently work part time at an animal hospital in the kennel and in cat boarding. I am available Monday, Wednesday, Friday all day (8:00am through 8:00pm) and Tuesday and Thursday I can only work after 5 pm. I follow instructions in the person's home to the letter the same way I would in the hospital. I understand the multitude of problems aging dogs may face and the owner is the one who knows what the dog needs best.

“Mary was absolutely amazing with our puppy for lunch drop-ins! She’s great with instruction, respectful, and fantastic with communication. We will absolutely be using Mary again in the future.”


About: I've had dogs my entire life, and also have fostered cats in the past. Currently, I have a two dogs: a senior dachshund mix, and an adult terrier mix. Besides taking care of my own pets, I have experience pet-sitting (walking, feeding, bathing, etc.) for neighbors, friends, and family members. Depending on your comfort level, I can bring one or both of my dogs along for play and walk dates, as well! I work from home full-time and have a flexible daily schedule, so I'm available at many different times throughout the day to help take care of your pet(s) through drop-in visits and/or walks! Please note, drop-in visits include feeding, cleaning, administering medications, playtime, snuggles, and potty breaks, while walks are standard 30 or 60 minute walks around the neighborhood. When taking care of your furry friends, I’ll treat not only them, but also your home, the same way that I treat my own — with love, respect, and care!

About: With my 7+ year career in non-profit animal welfare and vet med, including running a spay/neuter and vaccination clinic, (plus 30+ years of personal experience caring for cats, dogs, small animals, horses and exotics) you can rest easy leaving your animals in my experienced and loving care. From rambunctious puppies and kittens, to shy and reactive dogs (I have one of those myself), to seniors with special medical needs (I have THREE of those!), I've seen them all. When you entrust me with the care of your animal, they become like members of my extended four-legged family, receiving the same loving attention and care as my own. My engagements (work, volunteering, assisting with family childcare, etc.) are part-time only and highly flexible. My calendar reflects times that I am available (with notice) to intentionally commit my time and attention to your animals. Cats boarded in my home are given their own private bedroom with lots of natural sunlight and views over the garden for prime bird-watching. They will receive visits and love all day long, kept separate and unbothered by my cantankerous orange fluff-ball. Because one of my two dogs is very seldomly dog-social, out of fairness to her AND to clients' dogs I do not offer dog boarding in my home. I will happily care for your dog in your home, including overnights when my schedule allows.

About: Since childhood, I have taken care of dogs, cats, turtles, parrots, and parakeets. In the past, I have taken care of senior dogs and dogs who suffer from anxiety. I know a lot about caring for pets and have a genuine passion for it! Depending on the day, I’ll have plenty of time to care for the pets I take in. I don’t have any pets at home and I would love to help someone else with theirs! Take your weekend getaway and book my services to ensure the best treatment possible for your fur babies!! I live in a nice residential neighborhood that is safe for the pets that I take in. My apartment is spacious and I have a deck right outside that I frequent during the day. I don’t mind spending extended amounts of time outside with pets. I live in a walkable area with a lot of parks, and can provide entertainment and exercise.
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Gillian G.Star Sitter

“Thank you Gillian for taking good care of my kitties. They look so happy. Gillian was on time and perfect. I will love to have her sit with my kitties again.”


Arin N.
Star Sitter


“Arin did a wonderful job with our cat Lily who is not the most friendly feline. By the end of the week visits Lily appeared to warm up to Arin. We felt very confident in leaving Lily with Arin and will definitely call Arin again in the future to sit for Lily. Great Job!!!!!”


Debbie P.Star Sitter
“Debbie is absolutely fantastic. She is so responsive, thorough, thoughtful, and truly connected to my cats. She was on time every day and the photos and updates she provided set my mind at ease when I was away. Highly recommend.”


Karina S.Star Sitter

“Karina was great! She sent so many pictures of our 2 kitties which was wonderful and made leaving them easier for us. She took great care of them and gave us updates. She went above and beyond by carrying a package in that had been delivered while we were gone. Thank you Karina!”


Rachel L.Star Sitter

“Rachel was great watching our cats. Send us a message update everyday and photos. Recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter and would absolutely hire her again when we go away”


Nadia S.Star Sitter

“Having to leave when I had a sick cat at home was very stressful to me, but I wanted to keep him at home with his sister to keep his stress levels as low as possible. Nadia did an amazing job with both of my cats and was amazing with the sick one, patiently giving him the medication and fluids he needed daily and respecting his needs as well to keep him calm. I couldn't ask for more than someone who cares for my babies like their own and Nadia provided that for me. I will remember her for the next time I need to take a trip for sure!!”


Patricia E.

“Patricia has great communication, was on time, and took good care of my little ones while I was away. She made me having to be away from them a little less worry-some. I never had to worry about them not being taken care of and I would definitely book her again.”


Megan B.


“Meg does a great job with my dog, Doc. He’s really taken to her and I appreciate the piece of mind knowing that she’s reliable. Thank you Meg.”


Sofia I.

“Sofia was wonderful with my 2 Goldens. I felt very comfortable with her from the start. She came to my home and fed my boys, let them out and played ball! She sent me photos of her visit and I could see the joy in their faces. It was great to know we could enjoy ourselves out of town while our boys were happy and safe. I'd definitely hire her again.”


Danica D.

“Danica was great with my beloved pup! She was very willing to also take care of our ducks as she is a chicken mom herself. Danica was very punctual, communicative, and caring. I’ll definitely use her again and would recommend her to anyone!”


Kimberly D.
“Kimberly boarded my dog Shea while I took a 2-week vacation abroad. She sent updates and pictures which gave me peace of mind throughout my trip. She took Shea on scenic walks and she got lots of cuddles. When I returned, Shea was happy and healthy. I was very grateful for Kimberly’s tender care of my pup.”


Savannah M.

“Savannah was great with our dog . Sent us pictures and updates when she came . She was very flexible with our schedule . Will be using her again soon !”


Adrianna s.

“Adrianna did a couple drop in visits while we were out of town on vacation to hang out with our cat. Adrianna was amazing with our Zoey, giving Zoey the attention she deserves while we were gone, and was prompt and friendly to communicate with. We plan to hire her again for other times we need someone to stay with our cat or dog!”


Lianna L.

“Upon meeting Lianna we immediately got over our appreciation of having someone we didn’t know pet and house sit for us while we were away. Our older dog and cat are too set in their ways to board anywhere. Lianna asked the right questions and provided great answered to ours. She provided great responsive communication when needed and never pestered us with trivial stuff. Ultimately she left our house every bit as clean as when we left, taking care of all laundry and dishes before leaving. We will certainly call on Lianna again for absolutely worry free house and pet sitting service. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”


Amber A.
Star Sitter


“Amber was great coming over to check on our cats while we were away. We will definitely book her again.”


Dominic C.
“Dom is a great man, with a huge heart. He has spent many hours with my mother's dog, Yellow lab/Great Dane, in a group environment and always handled her well. Ex-Military and with a bias for consistency, he is a diligent hard working individual.”


Mary Z.

“Mary was absolutely amazing with our puppy for lunch drop-ins! She’s great with instruction, respectful, and fantastic with communication. We will absolutely be using Mary again in the future.”


Hannah B.
“Hannah's care for our pets has always been astounding! Her communication has also left us feeling like our dogs were always in the best hands. She truly goes above and beyond!”


Nikki I.
“There is no one I would trust more with my animals than Nikki. She is strong and compassionate and seems to understand them even more than I do! She has years of experience working with animals and the people who love them. You can depend on her to take the very best care of your very best friend while you are away or just at work!”


Leah P.
About: Since childhood, I have taken care of dogs, cats, turtles, parrots, and parakeets. In the past, I have taken care of senior dogs and dogs who suffer from anxiety. I know a lot about caring for pets and have a genuine passion for it! Depending on the day, I’ll have plenty of time to care for the pets I take in. I don’t have any pets at home and I would love to help someone else with theirs! Take your weekend getaway and book my services to ensure the best treatment possible for your fur babies!! I live in a nice residential neighborhood that is safe for the pets that I take in. My apartment is spacious and I have a deck right outside that I frequent during the day. I don’t mind spending extended amounts of time outside with pets. I live in a walkable area with a lot of parks, and can provide entertainment and exercise.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Schenectady 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 216 pet sitters in Schenectady. 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, 86% of Schenectady pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Schenectady have an average of 14 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 Schenectady.
Rover makes it easy to find Schenectady 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 216 pet sitters in Schenectady on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Schenectady, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% 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.
