In-home sitters in Albany for your next trip

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If you own pets in New York and are planning to be out of the house for an extended period of time, it’s a good idea to prepare in whatever way works best for you and your pet. In some cases, this may be boarding services, or you may choose to have your pet travel with you. However, for some pets, the best option is to opt for sitting services that allow your pet to stay in the home. Here are a few Albany pet sitters that will be able to help your pets.

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1. Henry Loves Betty


Serving species
Cat Dog
Services
Food water Daycare Mobile service Kennel boarding Dog walking Litter box cleaning

The whole concept of Henry Loves Betty started with a simple love for animals. The owner got her start as a licensed veterinary technician, and over the years, that turned into a desire to help local pet owners. Today, Henry Loves Betty offers doggy daycare, dog walking services, and pet sitting services, as well as grooming services and boutique shop options. It’s truly a one-stop shop for dogs and cats.

Henry Loves Betty is fully insured by State Farm.

2. Top Cat Pet Care


Serving species
Dog Cat

Since 2011, Top Cat Pet Care has been focusing on personalized cat sitting, treating each pet’s individual needs while their owner is gone. The intention is to keep your pet’s schedule as consistent as possible, so they don’t feel like anything has changed and don’t go through excessive stress. Top Cat Pet Care even offers a free initial appointment so they can get to know your pets and determine if they’re a good fit.

Contact Top Cat Pet Care for more information about bonding and insurance.

3. Barkers


Serving species
Bird Cat Dog Fish Reptile Small Animal
Services
Cage cleaning Dog walking Food water Litter box cleaning Mobile service

Barkers focuses on offering highly flexible services to make it easier for anyone to care for their pets, whether you’re going out of town for a week or you just want someone to check on your pets in the middle of the day. At Barkers, you get access to highly personalized options, which makes it easy for you to choose exactly what will make your dog, cat, or other pet happy. Additionally, some small animals may be included in the pet care fee for dogs and cats.

Contact Barkers for more information about bonding and insurance.

4. Empire Pets


Serving species
Bird Cat Dog Fish Reptile Small Animal
Services
Cage cleaning Dog walking Food water Litter box cleaning Mobile service

The intent behind Empire Pets is to give your pets more because they deserve the whole world. After all, you likely see your dog, cat, or other pet as being an integral part of your family and want them to get the same quality care as a family member. Services include pet sitting for all animals, as well as both individual and pack dog walking, so you can opt for whichever is the most important for you.

Empire Pets is bonded and insured. Contact them directly for more information.

5. Purrfect Pet Sitting


Serving species
Cat Dog
Services
Dog walking Litter box cleaning Mobile service Food water

Purrfect Pet Sitting provides award-winning, professional pet sitting and dog walking services for people all throughout Southern Rensselaer County, which includes some of Troy, and parts of Averill Park and West Sand Lake. Since 2000, they’ve been providing dog walking services, which is generally a lunchtime stroll, as well as general pet sitting services, which can include up to four visits per day to ensure that your pet stays happy and healthy. Plus, all sitters are employees, not contractors, so they’re more invested in caring for your pet.

Purrfect Pet Sitting is bonded and insured. Contact them directly for more information.

Make sure your beloved pets get the care you’re looking for


Whether you’re planning to be out of the house for a few days, a few weeks, or even just longer than usual, an in-home sitter can make sure that your dogs, cats, and other animals stay happy and healthy. However, it’s a good idea to make sure that they’re healthy before you leave. If you’re looking to get input on your pet’s health, book a virtual vet appointment with Vetster to have a veterinarian answer your questions.

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