Find a house sitter in New York, NY

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Top 10 house sitters in New York, NY

Homeowners agree: these New York house sitters are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Happy Tails Sitting Serivces

Happy Tails Sitting Serivces

5.0(3)
15+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Kelly K. says, "Everything! My pets were treated like royalty. They were sad to see the sitter leave. I would use her again anytime" Read more
GroomingbySabrin

GroomingbySabrin

5.0(1)
3 hires on HomeGuide
6+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Cynthia B. says, "Sabrin did a great job on my toy schnauzer. She is knowledgeable and full of helpful suggestions. I am very happy with her. " Read more
Wags And Wagons

Wags And Wagons

10+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Its a different type of pet care. One that is catered to your pets needs. Customizable and easy. I am a certified dog trainer with over 500+ hours in dog training! I love my job to where my company is my other family. I have nurtured and took time to get the wonderful wags and wagons family I have today. Thank you to all of them as I am accomplishing my dreams of saving animals/owners lives day by day. Its not work ! Its what I enjoy doing.
Von Porsches Complete Pet Care

Von Porsches Complete Pet Care

2 hires on HomeGuide
13+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
For 25 years I have specialized in dog behavior and help owners understand their dog's purpose in their life. I deal with basic obedience and special needs. I also do boarding, walks, and consulting. Watching the bond between owner and dog get stronger and harmonious.
Noah Arc

Noah Arc

4.5(2)
10+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Mallory says, "Leila is very caring and loving to our 2 adult cats, and our guys took to her too. She is reliable and followed all instructions including administering medication. Leila also provided us with regular updates (texts and videos) and is welcome back in our home. Thank you Leila for taking care of our precious gifts." Read more
The RDF Group

The RDF Group

5.0(4)
Top Pro
1 hire on HomeGuide
5+ years in business
Serves New York, NY & Online
Kim R. says, "I have used RDF group several times now. They always come on time. They never rush through a job. They make sure everything is done to my satisfaction before leaving. " Read more
Aly Dog Sitter

Aly Dog Sitter

5.0(2)
6+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Caio F. says, "The best ever for leaving my pets when I'm out! She is very kind, lovely and carefuly with me and my dogs! My dogs love her!" Read more
Mari’s Pet Care

Mari’s Pet Care

Serves New York, NY
I’m a professional equestrian raised around animals mg whole life. I’m experienced with house pets and exotic pets and love each of em equally! Red Cross Pet First Aid certified. I’ve had 7 dogs, 3 cats, a bird, a guinea pig, a bunny, a monkey, 5 horses, and 2 ponies:) I love my job, I honestly don't think I could've found a better fit for me! Animals are what I love most in the world and it's such a blessing being able to not only take care of them all day, but also get paid for it? Sign me up!...
Skootee’s Pet Care Service

Skootee’s Pet Care Service

11 hires on HomeGuide
31+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
I offer a loving,home-like setting for pet boarding and daycare.. There is an enclosed outdoor play yard for the dogs. Private room for cat boarding. Free pick up and return I love animals and the unconditional love they give us. It’s rewarding to provide quality care for pets, so their owners can be away from their pet and not worry!
Noahs Arc Pet Care

Noahs Arc Pet Care

1 hire on HomeGuide
21+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Were pet pros and pet parents. This allows us to have an intimate knowledge of the tresured relationship one has with there furry children.

Your House Sitting questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does house-sitting cost near me?

House-sitting costs $15 to $35 per hour on average for short-term care. Longer house-sitting jobs have rates of $40 to $80 per day for drop-in pet and general upkeep services. A pet sitter charges $50 to $125 per night for full-time care and overnight stays for high-anxiety or high-maintenance animals.

  • Dog walking prices are $10 to $35 per outing.
  • Cat sitters are typically cheaper than dog sitters.

What is house-sitting?

House-sitting is a service where someone goes to your home and watches your cat, dog, or pets while keeping up with your minor housekeeping tasks. You can negotiate the amount of time they spend at your house from a few hours per day to a full-time job with overnight stays.

Remember to make a list of the specific tasks you need a house sitter to complete each day. Then you can discuss what their fee includes and if you'll need to pay extra for anything.

What do house sitters do?

A house sitter can do any routine work that protects the property from burglars and keeps everything in good working order.

Typically, you can ask a house sitter to:

  • Keep debris out of your pool in summer.
  • Shoveling snow off of the sidewalk in front of your house in winter.
  • Keep some lights on and windows closed to make the place look occupied.
  • Water plants and gardens around the house.
  • Do light cleaning inside as necessary.
  • Move all delivered packages and mail inside.
  • Keep the thermostat at a moderate room temperature.
  • Move any vehicles you've left behind each day to simulate occupancy.
  • Walk through the whole home and around the grounds daily to check for any potential problems that need quick attention for repairs.

Do you pay a house sitter before or after?

You can pay a house sitter either before or after the job is complete, according to the terms of your contract. Some house sitters in high demand can ask for an initial deposit, while others are happy to wait until after their stay to receive the full payment.

Do you tip a house sitter?

You don't have to tip a house sitter, and many people don't include gratuity charges in their bill. Nevertheless, a tip is appropriate if you received high-quality service and you want to encourage the sitter to work for you again in the future.

Tipping guidelines for house sitters are:

  • You can pay 10% to 20% extra for a tip.
  • You can also give them a gift card for food delivery.
  • If the house sitter has given you great service before, then offer to let them eat any food in your kitchen or consider sharing your Wi-Fi service next time.

How do you hire a house sitter?

Before hiring a house sitter near you, follow this checklist:

  • Compare at least 3 prices from various local house sitters.
  • Ask friends, neighbors, and colleagues about who's done house-sitting for them.
  • If you have pets, check if the sitter has experience caring for animals like yours.
  • Read their reviews from prior customers on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Request references from recent customers.
  • Look at their website and online profiles to gauge their background.
  • Collect a written contract and schedule prior to the first house-sitting job.
  • Check that they understand your expectations and house rules.
  • Specify how often you want updates on the home or pets while you're away.
  • Ask if they have Pet sitter liability insurance.
  • See if the house-sitting company has a guarantee to pay for accidental damages.

Questions to ask

To find the right house-sitting service for you, ask these questions first:

  • How many clients have you had as a house sitter?
  • Can we meet up first to talk about if this arrangement suits both of us?
  • How often can you message me about how my pets are doing?
  • Will you buy groceries and cook in my home, or will you order takeout?
  • What do I need to show you before I leave?
  • How long do you normally stay at each house-sitting job?
  • What is your cancellation policy if I change my travel plans?
  • Which responsibilities will you handle while house-sitting?
  • Can I see a list of references from your previous jobs?
  • What types of homes and homeowners do you typically work with?
  • Are you good at pet training or plant care, and if so, how much do you charge?
  • May I review your service contract and payment terms?
  • Can we negotiate costs of additional tasks, and how would that affect the rate?

Reviews for New York house sitters

Recent success stories from people in the New York area.
Deirdre C.
I can feel stressfree when I leave my dog with them. They treat the dog as if it’s their own. So compassionate & loving 🥰
Happy Tails Sitting Serivces
Mallory
Very professional
Noah arc
Naima D.
Dry satisfying/outstanding customer service, Thank you
The RDF Group
Morrigan
Aly helps me for almost a year with my dog, as I work all day and I don't have much time for walks. She takes care of Scott very lovingly and he loves her very much.
Aly Dog sitter
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