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Sitter Profile Image: Myia S.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

About: I’ve always had a love for animals - and especially cats! I grew up volunteering at animal shelters, working to help socialize both cats and dogs to help them get adopted faster. I started formally cat sitting for friends a few years ago, and it has revitalized my love for taking care of animals. It would be a pleasure to help you with your pet fam! I will mostly be available afternoons and weekends. I currently work part time with some telecommuting days. Happy to come by before or after work, or stay with your pet fam on days I telework! In my experience with cat/dog sitting, I am used to preparing meals, cleaning litter boxes, going on walks, changing water, and play time- in addition to never ending head scratches and belly rubs!

Sitter Profile Image: Jade M.
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$20
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5 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12182

About: I offer a genuine connection with animals, ensuring your pet will be loved and understood. I provide not just care, but a dedication that ensures your pet will be happy and safe. I am currently working a flexible part time schedule where I am in charge of my schedule. Therefore I am able to be there at a moments notice when your furry friend needs it the most! Caring for pets of clients I will follow there instructions to a T to ensure both the pet and owner are comfortable and happy with my service that I provide!

Sitter Profile Image: Alessia R.
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Alessia R.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
15 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Alessia always does a wonderful job looking after my cats! She’s responsive, flexible and so great with kitties. I always feel at ease knowing they’re in good hands. Highly recommend!

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Victor B.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Halfmoon, NY, 12065

Did an excellent job. My boys were well cared for.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kania E.
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Kania E.
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$21
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4.9 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12183

kania is soooo good. I was anxious because it was my first time leaving Maxx alone, she followed all the introductions Maxx loved her. I will love to book her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kailey M.
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Kailey M.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
21 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Latham, NY, 12110

Always attentive and caring to my little boy. He has a hard time being left alone and she does her best to keep him company and make him feel loved.

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Sitter Profile Image: Abigail M.
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Abigail M.
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$20
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1 repeat client
13 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have extensive professional and personal experience caring for dogs of all ages, temperaments, and needs. I am comfortable administering oral medications, as well as injections like insulin, and following special care instruction. I currently have a lot of availability so I have a bunch of time to get to know your pets! Please message me regarding house sitting availability. I focus on maintaining their normal routine to minimize stress when caring for pets in a client’s home. I provide updates, photos, and notes after each visit so owners can feel confident their pet is happy and well cared for.

Sitter Profile Image: Loren P.
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Loren P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Watervliet, NY, 12189

I like Loren a lot. She's down-to-earth and easy to communicate with. My two kitties seemed to feel really comfortable with her from the very first moment. She was conscientious about following my instructions, and I am happy with the care she gave. I trust Loren and will request her services again in the future.

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Sitter Profile Image: Chad D.
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Chad D.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
7 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Cohoes, NY, 12047

Very good with our dog! A true dog lover and good rover guy. Thank you

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Sitter Profile Image: Patricia B.
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Patricia B.
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$28
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
1 repeat client
7 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I am a dedicated pet sitter with over seven years of experience providing loving care for dogs of all ages, temperaments, and breeds. Growing up with dogs, I have developed a passion for animal welfare at a young age, and have decided to turn this passion into a career, offering peace of mind to pet owners while they are away. I also have a German Shepherd Mix named Paloma, who is a sweet and loving rescue, but can also be anxious and temperamental in certain environments. Therefore, I am well-equipped with the knowledge and understanding required to care for dogs that require extra attention/accommodation. I have a full-time job, but can be available outside of my work hours of 7:30-4:30pm M-F. If needed and communicated in advance, I can be flexible. As an experienced and loving pet sitter, I bring exceptional care to make every visit special in your home, I'll follow your routines, manage any quirks with ease, and shower your dog with the affection they deserve, ensuring their comfort and happiness while you're away.

Sitter Profile Image: Rachelle G.
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Rachelle G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
161 reviews
59 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Clifton park, NY, 12065

I’ve booked with Rachelle many times and she is amazing. My kitties take a while to warm up to strangers but they took no time at all to get comfortable with Rachelle. She is flexible and super communicative. I appreciate her notes and pictures as well.

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Sitter Profile Image: Tiffany D.
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Tiffany D.
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$22
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30 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12183

About: I have dealt with dogs nearly my entire life! I’d love to pop in and take your pup for a walk and spend some one on one time with them! I have expierence in a lot of various dog breeds! I work full time as a Nurse and am looking for something rewarding to do after my daily 8-4! I currently work full time as a Nurse. I work some days until 2 or 4. Although I do have quite a bit of flexibility! I am trustworthy and am more than willing to provide pop in visits or can discuss other options if needed in your home as well!

Sitter Profile Image: Ali G.
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Ali G.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Clifton Gardens, NY, 12065

About: Its been 3 years since I’ve last been on Rover due to having a small child so I’m starting out on here all over again ☺️ My daughter is in school and camp now so I have time to help owners who don’t have a flexible schedule make sure their loved animals are taken care of. I have a big dog of my own who stays in the yard most the day or on the couch! He plays great with other dogs & is also a lover. I am a free spirt. I love hiking , trails, or just walking in the neighborhood. I offer hair brushing, bathing animals, nail clipping/grinding, and can brush their teeth if needed. I love taking dogs swimming at lakes and streams, running, and exercising animals are also some other fun things I offer. I’m full of energy & love animals- my favorite animals are horses & dogs. I am a self employed hairstylist so I have time to help since I make my own work schedules. Since I do not have a set work schedule if my services are needed for longer visits I can definitely make that happen. I’m able to start today or tomorrow and am very excited to help with your little family members 🐶🐱Thank you very much Ali Gant I am self employed so my hours are very flexible. I can also run home fast or to your house anytime to let an animal out for their feeding or walk. I have a safe environment and work on safety in others homes. The collar and leash will be put on before the front door opens so no running out the door is possible. Practice sitting before the door opens is a positive start to any walk.

Sitter Profile Image: Jessica M.
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Jessica M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
8 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Niskayuna, NY, 12309

Jessica was fantastic with my cat! I arrived home after having to travel for work to a healthy and happy cat and an apartment that was just the way I had left it. Jessica provided a clear summary of each visit and was overall a great catsitter! Will book again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Christina T.
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Christina T.
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$25
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15 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I have extensive experience caring for animals of all species, especially dogs and cats.Through both personal and hands-on experience, I have developed strong skills in animal handling, feeding, health monitoring, and maintaining clean, safe living environments. I have a genuine passion for animals and am committed to providing compassionate, reliable care that promotes their health, comfort, and well-being. Pet care is already a central part of my daily routine. As the owner of my own pet sitting business, I carefully organize and schedule my days around my clients' needs to ensure every pet receives reliable, consistent, and attentive care. I plan visits according to each pet's established routine, including feeding schedules, exercise, medication administration, litter box or enclosure maintenance, and companionship. Having spent years caring for and rescuing animals, I am accustomed to structuring my schedule around their well-being. My flexible routine allows me to provide dependable care while giving each pet the time, attention, and individualized support they deserve. I strive to maintain their normal routine as closely as possible so they feel comfortable, secure, and stress-free while their owners are away. The safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet in my care is always my top priority. I take the time to learn each pet's routine, personality, medical needs, and any special instructions provided by their owner. Whether caring for pets in my home or a client's home, I maintain a clean, calm, and secure environment and closely monitor pets for any changes in behavior, appetite, or health. I understand that every animal is unique and deserves individualized care, patience, and attention. I follow all feeding schedules, medication instructions, exercise requirements, and household rules exactly as requested. I also provide regular updates, photos, and communication so owners can feel confident and reassured while they are away. As a lifelong animal caregiver with extensive experience caring for animals, I strive to build trust with both pets and their owners by treating every animal as if they were my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Lauren R.
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Lauren R.
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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
10 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Cohoes, NY, 12047

This was my first time using Rover and Lauren helped walk me through the process and put me at ease. Lauren took wonderful care of my cats. She sent me updates each visit and plenty of pictures. What particularly impressed me though was my [typically] more shy cat really came around and was curious about her. Seems like my cats were impressed, too.

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Sitter Profile Image: Nayla M.
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Nayla M.
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$15
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12 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

About: I’ve had pets my entire life and have always enjoyed taking care of friends and family’s pets. I’ve taken care of countless dogs and cats including puppies. I work until 3:30 pm on weekdays but I am completely free on the Saturdays and Sundays and have some availability in afternoons after 4 pm and at night. I have experience dog sitting and following instructions on when to feed the pets as well as how often to take them out etc. I always make sure to keep any human food or dangerous objects out of reach and to always keep an eye on them while in the house. On walks I am also very attentive and make sure that the dog is secure in the harness.

Sitter Profile Image: Daniel V.
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Daniel V.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
1 repeat client
16 years of experience
Melrose, NY, 12121

Daniel was great! Communicates well, punctual and responsive. I will definitely use him again if he’s willing and able. Thanks Daniel!

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaeleigh B.
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Kaeleigh B.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Latham, NY, 12110

Kaeleigh is a kind, caring, and honest pet sitter. She pays great attention to detail and sends me information about my cat's disposition (with photos) during every drop-in visit. She's easily able to address all of my cat's needs, and she goes above and beyond to make sure my cat is feeling well. Kaeleigh is very sweet, friendly, and trustworthy. I highly recommend her pet-sitting services.

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Sitter Profile Image: Ashley G.
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Ashley G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
3 years of experience
Troy, NY, 12180

Was great with our 2 cats. Feed, them both, and gave medicine to our Lucky. Spent time petting and playing with them. Arrived on time, and sent pictures of our precious babies. We will hire again. The cats each gave her 2 paws up. :)

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The median cost per visit for dog sitting in Waterford is $24

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5.0 out of 5 stars

I can’t say enough great things! Stephanie was wonderful, communicative, prompt, and so nice to work with. My little critters were well taken care of.

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Anne P.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Carissa was amazing! She always responded back right away and took care of everything I needed. Will definitely be booking with here again.

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Anjelica B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Hailey took good care of our dogs in our absence! She provided photos and everyone seemed happy when we got home. Thank you!

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Melissa F.
Drop-In Visits
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I truly cannot tell enough people how amazing Amy is!!! We recently found out we are moving out of state and the fact that we would be moving away from Amy was a serious topic of discussion against the move. We love her!

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marah l.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I’m grateful how good communication is with Larry, my dogs are always taken care of and his always in time! Thank you!

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Heisha G.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Oney loves her as soon as she met her the first time. The zoomies dont lie. Thank you so much for taking great care of oney!

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Marnelli Vanelli S.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Evelyn is very kind, caring and conscientious with my 2 dogs. Evelyn spent the time to give my guys attention and affection. Feeding my guys is a creative endeavor, Evelyn successfully got them to eat. I highly recommend Evelyn . Repeat customer!

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J D.
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The average cost for Dog Sitting in Waterford on Rover is $13.91 per visit (as of July 2026). However, all sitters set their own rates based on experience, location, and availability.

Rover makes budgeting the cost of Dog Sitting easy. As long as your dates and pet profiles are correct, the price you see before you book is the same price you pay for Dog Sitting. For more information on service fees, click here .

As of July 2026, there are 1,166 sitters on Rover offering Dog Sitting across Waterford. Enter your ZIP code to see which available sitters are closest to your home.

A pet sitter can provide focused care sessions, help your pet’s routine stay on track, or keep you updated on your pet’s mood and energy levels.

Whether you’re at the office for the day or traveling for a few nights, a pet sitter can offer potty breaks during a Waterford stroll, cleaning the litter box, or making sure your pet has on-time food or water refills. For daytime services like walking and drop-ins, you can also request sitters to send a report card with every visit.

Tip: You can discuss your specific arrangements with a pet sitter on Rover to what fits you, your pet, and your sitter’s needs. To find what their special skills are, look at the "Skills" and "Pet care experience" sections on their profile.

Key handling is entirely up to you and your sitter to agree on during the Meet & Greet or in the Rover app. Most pet parents in Waterford choose to hand over a spare key or digital fob in person, while others arrange a lockbox or unique access code. Don't forget to discuss key returns as well!

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they are not on the Department of Justice’s National Sex Offender Public Website or have any disqualifying offenses.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's Trust & Safety page .

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to $25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a short introductory meeting between you, your dog, and a sitter. It can take place in person or virtually, although we recommend in-person so that your pet can get to know your sitter or the new environment. During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Most pet parents and sitters on Rover welcome Meet & Greets because the process can give confidence and peace of mind for service experiences, especially for longer stays or first-time bookings.

While Rover doesn’t offer traditional subscription services, some sitters offer recurring bookings for services like home visits and dog walking. Recurring services come with their own perks, such as flexibility to modify services (up to five weeks in advance), automatic billing, Rover Card updates, and same-day cancellations.

To find sitters in Waterford with recurring or weekly availability, select "Repeat Weekly" and which days you’d like them to care for your pet.

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience with handling special pet needs in Waterford. On Rover:

  • 91% of sitters can help with special care needs
  • 97% can help with giving oral medications or injections
  • 98% can help with daily exercise

You can also find pet sitters on Rover who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies, kittens, or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and use the Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

Sitters on Rover set their own cancellation policy, which you can find on their profile under their calendar availability.

Cancelling before a booking begins and before the sitter's cutoff time qualifies you for a full refund. Same-day cancellations for walks, day care, and drop-ins follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for dog boarding and house sitting, you will receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for the remaining days when you cancel the same day a booking should begin.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means our support team works with you to find a replacement sitter.

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