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Kathryn P.


South Plainfield, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Sitter

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I'm currently looking to pet sit either part time or just occasionally. I have experience pet sitting for families and also used to work for a dog walking company. I would walk there pets but also take care of any other animals that needed to be cared for in the home as well. So very used to meeting all types of animals. I...
Kathryn can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
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Alyssa W.


South Plainfield, NJ

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Sitter (dogs, Cats, And Other Animals)

Hi! I'm alyssa, I absolutely love animals. I have 2 dogs of my own who I love and are my babies. I take pride in providing the best care for them. For the past 6 years I have pet-sat for many different dogs and cats taking amazing care of them as if they were my own. I have cared for all kinds of dogs with different needs,...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting
I am a dog owner of a 13-year-old westie. I have experience cat and dog sitting for vacations. I love animals and would love to get to know your pet!
Keira can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Kelly F.


Sayreville, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work as a veterinarian technician in Westfield. I have been a veterinary technician for 6 years. I have also watched my families dogs and cats while they were away on vacation and I have been pet sitting/dog walking for about 5 years. I have provided overnight care and drop in day visits as well. At work I assist in...
Kelly can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine & more
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs...

Kasey L.

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Elizabeth A.


Colonia, NJ

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs and cats my whole life and as an adult I've had several pets in my home at the same time. I've share a home with birds (parakeets), fish, a snapping turtle, a hamster named Charlie and 2 cats named Nene...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"

Laura S.

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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Pet Person if there ever was one! I have 2 guinea pigs in my apartment right now. I have had fish, gerbils, cats, and dogs in the past. I have experience with Pitbulls and other "aggressive" breeds that are misunderstood. I am comfortable with dogs and cats. I am willing and able to come to you so you don't have to worry...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Kathryn D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Pet Enthusiast

I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog. I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
Kathryn can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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3.0

(1)

I love animals, I currently have one cat and at the present time I'm house sitting for a family with 2 birds and 2 cats. Although I don't own a dog, I have a number of friends that have dogs and I feel very comfortable taking care of them.
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Casey W.


Somerset, NJ

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with animals for over 10 years as a walker and pet-sitter for small to large breeds. I have experience caring for disabled pets as well as those displaying behavioral problems. In addition, I am dog and cat CPR-certified; and as a Certified Nursing Assistant, am able to administer medication. I believe I am...
Casey can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Casey can handle any size dog and any temperature and personality. Her family has 3 mastiffs and I have had terrier/beagle mixes. The dogs got their long walks and Casey played with the dogs. She gives them plenty of attention. I have used her for the past few...

Tina M.

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Alison V.


East Brunswick, NJ

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
Alison can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, grooming, pet sitting, daily feeding & more
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Barbara T.


Carteret, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Gentle Care For Your Best Friend!

I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs and fish. Caring for animals has been my lifelong calling. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in pet care comes from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and...
Barbara can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
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Jasmine G.


Piscataway, NJ

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Flexible And Experience Care Giver

I've had animals my whole life. I started getting more serious about working with them when I was about 13. I've fostered and pet-sit various animal types. I am very good at keeping control of situations and making sure animals stay safe. I am often called the dog-whisperer, because dogs always seem to love me. I also work well...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley S.


Cranford, NJ

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Pet-sitter!

Hi! I love animals and I have several years of experience dog sitting and cat sitting as well. Please feel free to reach out to me anytime!
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Rebecca M.


New Brunswick, NJ

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified animal lover with 2 furry friends of my own at home. I have 3 years of dog walking and cat-sitting experience and 1 year of animal shelter volunteering experience. I love caring for animals and find it to be a great way to help support myself as an independent student .
Rebecca can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training
Hi, I'm Katherine. With having a precious dog of my own, I understand the importance of leaving your pets with someone who knows how to care for them and will be sure they will be taken care of with love. I also have experience pet-sitting other family's dogs and cats, including feeding them, letting them out when needed and...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I'm Ashley, an enthusiastic and dedicated pet sitter with hands-on experience caring for my lively Golden Retriever puppy named Finley and previously two wonderful cats! My time with these pets has equipped me with valuable skills in puppy training, understanding feline behavior, and providing consistent, loving care....
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
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Keylan R.


New Providence, NJ

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable Pet Sitter!

I have more than 5 years of experience caring after animals. I used to have a black Labrador and now have 2 cats at home. They are my crazy children! I also watch a beautiful blue Hyacinth Macaw some weekends. I am comfortable with any pet as long as snakes aren't involved (I fear them ). I am soon to be CPR pet certified. I...
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Minette M.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-19/hr

Dog/Cat Sitting And Walking

I am gentle with animals and always monitor them for safety, making sure they don't eat anything bad for them and securing cords so they don't get caught. I am attuned to both dogs' and cats' ways of communicating their wants and needs. I know pet CPR and first aid though I'm not certified. I have lived much of my life with...
Minette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Lauren F.


Westfield, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi There, My name is Lauren and I am a 25-year-old Westfield resident. I am an animal lover who has three years of experience with both dog and cat sitting. My family has a beloved 13-year-old yellow lab named Maddie. I know how important animals are to their families and that they truly are members of the family. I love...
Lauren can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Mariah O.


Sayreville, NJ

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

Overnight Pet Sitter, Dog Walker

I can provide companion/care for your dogs or cats overnight and during the day, walks, in your home. I can also perform baths if necessary. We are a family of dog lovers and cats. Caring and taking care of animals it is very much part of our family.

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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in South Plainfield, NJ

Kelly F.

5.0

Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs had surgery, Kelly's background as a...

- Kasey L.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!

- Laura S.

Casey W.

5.0

Casey went above and beyond taking care of our cat for 8 days. Our cat had recently gone through numerous health complications and we were hesitant to leave her. When we left, she was still on several medications and was refusing to eat. Casey stayed with her every night, administered all of her...

- Kelly B.

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