Pet Sitting in Stony Brook
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Top rated Stony Brook pet sitters
“Patrick and Karyn were fantastic with our two dogs, Riley and Zeus! They gave them so much love and attention, and we felt completely at ease while we were away. Great communication and updates, and we came home to two very happy pups. Highly recommend!”
“Kimberly is great with Kitana! Kitana loves her & they have lots of fun playing together. I feel comfortable with her & know that she’s in good hands. Will be keeping Kimberly as our long-term sitter!”
“Melissa was amazing with our Stella! This was our first time using rover and Melissa made us feel comfortable and secure that Stella was in great hands! We will definitely be using Melissa again and can’t recommend her enough! :)”
“Kim was wonderful. She checked in before, during, and after and made sure the dogs were well loved. I felt comfortable that my dogs were in great hands and I most certainly will use her again!”
About: I have been an animal lover since I was a little girl. I grew up with dogs and cats my whole life and have experience with feeding, walking, and playing with fur babies of all ages. I am currently in my clinical year of PA school. Unfortunately, I don’t have a set schedule as every few weeks my rotation changes and I get a new schedule. However, I am usually free on weekends and am willing to get up early or stay up late any day of the week to care for your pets. I have a large fenced in yard. I also have 1 dog at home who is very friendly as well as two cats who are shy and are usually hiding, but don’t mind other animals.
“Amazing! Julia was so, so good with my fluffy baby and was communicative, easy to work with and kind. My cat is an anxious girl who’s particular about new people, but she warmed to Julia within a couple days, which simply speaks volumes. Excellent sitter, and would easily hire again. 👍🏽.”
“Sharon took great care of our pups! She did three drop in visits a day. Our doggies loved her and she sent us lots of cute pictures from each visit! She always kept me in the loop and communicates well. We will definitely be asking her to watch our dogs in the future!”
“Jason has been absolutely incredible. We needed someone to let our 2 pups out 3x a day and we were in a time crunch. This was my very first time using rover so I was a bit hesitant. Jason came and met the pups and us before booking and right away he had such a professional and mature demeanor. So happy we found Jason and will be using him again for sure!”
“Paul was great! He made himself available for a pre-visit meet and greet and was warm and professional. His communication was responsive and he provided great updates. It was a pleasure to work with a mature and reliable sitter. We will not hesitate to ask him back for our next sit!”
About: I have pet sit other dogs prior but the one dog that sticks out is my sister’s black lab. Shakira was a black lab mutt with an auto immune disease. She needed twice daily medication and to be taken out side frequently. I work nights as a custodian for a school district ! So I’m available early to mid mornings for walks or house sitting over the weekends. As I have a cat, my number one priority for him is always making sure the doors are shut. He’s an indoor kitty and I ensure that it stays that way. Always guaranteed to have food and water and a clean litter box.
“Jaclyn has been my go-to sitter for my cat for the last year. She’s incredibly reliable and I always know my cat is in great hands when she pops in to visit her. She takes great care of her, plays, cuddles, feeds her, and freshens up her water and litter box. She always provides me a great recap of her visit too! Pepper and I love Jaclyn!”
About: If you require a morning walker or need someone to run a few miles with your energetic dog, I am your person. I have experience with various types and sizes of pets. I am also very meticulous about their needs and yours. Please let me know their preferences and behaviors so I can best meet their needs. As a student my schedule varies but it I am typically available for morning and afternoon services such as walks and check-ins. I could also accommodate afternoons services depending on the week and request. My weekends are typically free unless specified otherwise. Available to do overday dog sitting on weekends (Friday, Saturday) If you are requesting drop-in services at your house, please let me know what your pet requires. I can offer play time, refill water and food, medication administration, brushing, and complete certain household tasks. Occasionally, if I do overday dog-sitting, your dog will have a fenced-in backyard to run around in.
About: I’ve had pets my whole life through all 24 years. I started helping care for them around the age of 10, including two high energy Australian Shepherds, two cats, a rabbit, and exotic fish. I’m very active, love going on walks, and have been a long distance runner for years. I completed the New York City Half Marathon in spring 2024. I’m happy to do multiple walks a day or long mile walks. I’ve always been an animal lover raised in a home where pets are family. I want your pets to feel just as loved and happy as mine. I work part time and take online classes, so I have a flexible schedule. I’m available for drop ins to give your pets some attention and for dog walking. I’m free Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday any time, Wednesday before 2 PM, and Friday before 11 AM. I am not available Saturday, and Sunday availability varies. When caring for pets in your home, I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. I follow your instructions closely, including feeding, walking, playtime, and any special needs. I can bring treats if your pet is treat obedient and will always ask about allergies, medications, or anything else important to their care.
“Sarah Z The aka "dog whisper". I have never been away before and I have two protective yet talkative yet shy 11 month old German shepards, Sarah came over and met my girls and it was like a whole new experience yet training training session in one! She is kind compassionate and so amazing with animals. I felt so at ease leaving my kids with her when I went away, I would highly recommend her to anyone! Honestly this was my first time using this app but I will always use Sarah two thumbs up and a bunch of gold stars.”
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Patrick & Karyn L.
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“Patrick and Karyn were fantastic with our two dogs, Riley and Zeus! They gave them so much love and attention, and we felt completely at ease while we were away. Great communication and updates, and we came home to two very happy pups. Highly recommend!”
Samantha B.Star Sitter
“Amazing, kind and patient with my elderly dog and a pleasure to work with. Quick responses and always on time! Would definitely recommend Samantha.”
Kimberly B.Star Sitter
“Kimberly is great with Kitana! Kitana loves her & they have lots of fun playing together. I feel comfortable with her & know that she’s in good hands. Will be keeping Kimberly as our long-term sitter!”
Michelle F.
“Michelle was amazing looking after my cat while I was away a few days. Her pictures and messages made me feel that he was well taken care of at all times!”
Katherine C.
“Kate was fantastic. My dog, Molly, LOVED her. She was on time, took care of everything... no issues at all. Will definitely be booking with her again!”
Melissa S.Star Sitter
“Melissa was amazing with our Stella! This was our first time using rover and Melissa made us feel comfortable and secure that Stella was in great hands! We will definitely be using Melissa again and can’t recommend her enough! :)”
Kim M.
“Kim was wonderful. She checked in before, during, and after and made sure the dogs were well loved. I felt comfortable that my dogs were in great hands and I most certainly will use her again!”
Elizabeth C.
“You couldn’t ask for a better person for the job! Liz is a very dedicated, compassionate and reliable pet caregiver, very professional! Not only does your pet feel comfortable, but Liz enjoys what she is doing and that’s what makes the difference! She has a special connection with annimals and they naturally gravitate to her with her kind, patient and friendly manners. She has a way of assuring your pet that although your owner is not there, they are safe. She is kind and compassionate….she takes time to carefully assess your pets needs. She doesn’t just to through the motions! She engages! To me, those qualities are what makes the difference! She is the best! 🐾”
Julia L.Star Sitter
“Amazing! Julia was so, so good with my fluffy baby and was communicative, easy to work with and kind. My cat is an anxious girl who’s particular about new people, but she warmed to Julia within a couple days, which simply speaks volumes. Excellent sitter, and would easily hire again. 👍🏽.”
Sharon P.
“Sharon took great care of our pups! She did three drop in visits a day. Our doggies loved her and she sent us lots of cute pictures from each visit! She always kept me in the loop and communicates well. We will definitely be asking her to watch our dogs in the future!”
Jennifer L.
“Jennifer was awesome! Kept with our feeding schedule and shared lots of pics. Both warm and professional! Would absolutely invite her back for another sit!”
Jason C.Star Sitter
“Jason has been absolutely incredible. We needed someone to let our 2 pups out 3x a day and we were in a time crunch. This was my very first time using rover so I was a bit hesitant. Jason came and met the pups and us before booking and right away he had such a professional and mature demeanor. So happy we found Jason and will be using him again for sure!”
Paul D.
“Paul was great! He made himself available for a pre-visit meet and greet and was warm and professional. His communication was responsive and he provided great updates. It was a pleasure to work with a mature and reliable sitter. We will not hesitate to ask him back for our next sit!”
Carson T.
“I was hesitant to hire someone for pet sitting my elderly cat Mittens. He has a lot of medical issues, isn't the friendliest of cats and is mostly blind. But Carson bonded well with him. I am no longer worried to go away because I know mittens is so well taken care of in my absence.”
Jaclyn D.Star Sitter
“Jaclyn has been my go-to sitter for my cat for the last year. She’s incredibly reliable and I always know my cat is in great hands when she pops in to visit her. She takes great care of her, plays, cuddles, feeds her, and freshens up her water and litter box. She always provides me a great recap of her visit too! Pepper and I love Jaclyn!”
Asher W.
“As a fellow pet sitter, I know how important it is to find someone dependable. Asher is fun, attentive, and genuinely great with animals. I’ve seen him care for both dogs and cats like they were his own. I felt safe trusting him to keep my cat happy and safe while I went on a trip.”
Sydney G.
“Sydney is highly responsive and has a natural love for dogs. Being away for several days I felt 100% at ease that Maya was in great hands. I would highly recommend.”
Meghan L.
About: I’ve had pets my whole life through all 24 years. I started helping care for them around the age of 10, including two high energy Australian Shepherds, two cats, a rabbit, and exotic fish. I’m very active, love going on walks, and have been a long distance runner for years. I completed the New York City Half Marathon in spring 2024. I’m happy to do multiple walks a day or long mile walks. I’ve always been an animal lover raised in a home where pets are family. I want your pets to feel just as loved and happy as mine. I work part time and take online classes, so I have a flexible schedule. I’m available for drop ins to give your pets some attention and for dog walking. I’m free Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday any time, Wednesday before 2 PM, and Friday before 11 AM. I am not available Saturday, and Sunday availability varies. When caring for pets in your home, I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for. I follow your instructions closely, including feeding, walking, playtime, and any special needs. I can bring treats if your pet is treat obedient and will always ask about allergies, medications, or anything else important to their care.
Sarah Z.
“Sarah Z The aka "dog whisper". I have never been away before and I have two protective yet talkative yet shy 11 month old German shepards, Sarah came over and met my girls and it was like a whole new experience yet training training session in one! She is kind compassionate and so amazing with animals. I felt so at ease leaving my kids with her when I went away, I would highly recommend her to anyone! Honestly this was my first time using this app but I will always use Sarah two thumbs up and a bunch of gold stars.”
Cheri G.
“Cheri did house visits and took excellent care of my 2 cats. I highly recommend her.”
Over 79 pet parents in Stony Brook have booked pet sitting
Stony Brook pet parents share their Rover experiences
Sharon watched my 2 boys for 2 weeks while I was out of the country and i could not have been happier with her dog-sitting services. She took such good care of them and kept me well informed about how they were doing. I have used other dog sitters over the years but she is the best!
Larissa is fantastic! She took on the challenge of managing three dogs including two energetic huskies during our drop-in visit, and she absolutely did a wonderful job. She went above and beyond to ensure each dog’s needs were met, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend her and will definitely be using her services again in the future.
Paul was great! He made himself available for a pre-visit meet and greet and was warm and professional. His communication was responsive and he provided great updates. It was a pleasure to work with a mature and reliable sitter. We will not hesitate to ask him back for our next sit!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Stony Brook is $25
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Stony Brook on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $25 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 571 pet sitters in Stony Brook. 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, 84% of Stony Brook pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Stony Brook have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 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 Stony Brook.
Rover makes it easy to find Stony Brook 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 571 pet sitters in Stony Brook on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Stony Brook, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 96% offer medication administration, and 93% 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.
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