Schenectady
Pet Sitting

pet sitter Niskayuna and Schenectady

Your pet stays home, their routine stays intact, and you get a full report after every single visit.

pup-e-cise provides professional in-home pet sitting in Schenectady, Niskayuna, Glenville, Scotia, Rotterdam, Rexford, and Burnt Hills, NY. We’ve been caring for pets in their own homes since 2009. Your pet will get consistent, insured care from a sitter who knows your pet by name. Pet sitting vists start at $30.

Why Clients Trust pup-e-cise

  • Serving Schenectady County since 2009 (15+ years of in-home pet care)
  • Fully insured through Erie Insurance
  • Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
  • GPS check-in and check-out on every visit
  • Written visit reports with photos after every visit, via Time To Pet
  • Medication administration available at no additional charge
  • Free in-home meet-and-greet for all new clients

Pet Sitting Visits Start at $30

Each visit includes care for your pet and home, not a quick check-in. Here’s what’s included in a standard 20–30 minute visit:

Pet Care

  • Feeding and fresh water
  • Walk or outdoor potty break
  • Indoor play and attention
  • Medication administration, if needed
  • Poop cleanup
  • Clean up any accidents or messes
  • Freshen your pet’s sleeping area
  • Wipe muddy paws

Home Care

  • Plant watering
  • Collect mail and newspaper
  • Alternate lighting for security
  • Open and close blinds or curtains
  • Curbside trash and recycling care

After Every Visit: Your Visit Report

After each visit, you’ll receive a written report through Time To Pet. This will include photos of your pet, GPS timestamps showing exactly when we arrived and left, and a summary of how your pet did. Whether you’re at work or traveling out of state, you’ll know every visit happened, on time, as promised.

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Pet Sitting Rates

Visits start at $30 per 20–30 minute visit.

There may be an additional charge for mileage outside our primary service area, longer visits or if you have multiple pets. Contact us to talk through what works best.

Holiday Rates

An additional $10 per visit applies on:

  • New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Easter Sunday
  • Memorial Day
  • Fourth of July
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving and Black Friday
  • Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Holiday dates fill quickly. Please book as early as possible if you know you’ll need coverage.

Testimonials

5 stars

“Pup-e-size took care of our 3 cats while we were on vacation. They came in and fed them following our directions to the letter, gave them their treats and meds and even took care of the litter box. They sent us an update with pictures and I knew when they checked in and when they left. They came 2x a day for a full week. The kittens got to stay in their home environment and it was a fraction of the cost of boarding them! I would recommend them again and again.”

– Christena L.

5 stars
“We used pup-e-cise during my wedding weekend and were so impressed. The dog sitter left us adorable messages (with pictures!) about our girls and how they were doing. Not once did I feel any anxiety about them, and it was all thanks to Maribeth and her team. Will definitely be using them again and highly recommend to anyone looking for exceptional care of their beloved pets!”

– Chelsea R.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you sit for cats and other pets, not just dogs?

Yes. pup-e-cise provides pet sitting for dogs, cats, and other household pets. Many clients have multiple animals with different care needs. Our standard visit covers all pets in the home at the base rate. Please contact us for households with more than two pets or with animals requiring specialized care.

Can you care for multiple pets with different needs in the same home?

Yes. Many of our clients have households with multiple pets. This includes dogs and cats together, animals on different feeding schedules, or pets that require separate handling. Our standard visit rate covers all pets in the home. For households with more than two pets or animals requiring significantly different care routines, contact us before booking so we can discuss timing and any rate adjustments.

How many visits per day does my pet need while I’m away?

For dogs, most clients schedule 2–3 visits per day (morning, midday, and evening) and includes feeding, bathroom breaks, and companionship. Cats typically do well with one daily visit. Senior dogs, puppies, and pets with medical needs may require more frequent check-ins. We’ll recommend a visit schedule based on your pet’s age, breed, and routine during the meet-and-greet.

Do you offer overnight stays or just drop-in visits?

No, we don’t do overnight stays. pup-e-cise provides drop-in visits. Most pets do very well with 2–3 scheduled visits per day in their own home. If your pet has specific needs that require overnight supervision, contact us and we can give you a referral to a local pet sitting business that does offer this service.

Can you give my pets their medication?

Yes. pup-e-cise can give your pet oral medications, eye drops, ear drops, and other standard medications during pet sitting visits. During our Meet & Greet we’ll go over all medications, and how they’re given. We also ask that you leave clear instructions and let us know exactly where you keep the medications. There is no additional charge for medication administration. It’s included as part of every visit when needed.

What happens if my pet has a medical emergency while I’m away?

We will contact you immediately and, if needed, take your pet to their veterinarian or an emergency animal hospital. During our Meet & Greet we will ask for your vet’s name and number, an emergency contact, and a signed authorization for emergency veterinary care. Because we have Red Cross pet first aid training, we can provide basic stabilizing care until your pet reaches a vet.

Do you have holiday availability?

Yes, we provide pet sitting on all major holidays. Holiday visits have a $10 per-visit charge. We recommend booking holiday coverage as early as possible. These dates fill quickly, especially Thanksgiving week and Christmas.

What do you need before the first pet sitting visit?

At the meet-and-greet, we’ll go over everything together. Before that visit, it helps to have: your pet’s feeding schedule and food location, any medication with written instructions, your vet’s name and phone number, an emergency contact, and your preferred method of home access. We’ll also ask you to sign an emergency care authorization so we can act quickly if your pet needs veterinary attention while you’re away.

Ready to get started?

Contact us to learn more and to set up a Meet and Greet. 

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