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60 dog sitters are listed in Glen Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 6 years
Dog sitters in Glen Ridge, NJ
Available and experienced dog lover of all sizes and ages, please PM if you need help, I can assist taking care of your fur babies in your own home. I worked at a grooming place and we have a German Shepard at home.
Kenia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-sitting and dog walks in your home, where your animals are happiest. Overnight sitting available, cat and small animal care, and of course, dog walking! I am an animal shelter director with over 12 years of experience and the proud mama of a wonderful gang of rescued cats.
Bonded and insured.
Cheryl can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Cheryl is kind, through, and punctual! She is very knowledgeable in animal care. She even made some strong vet recommendations for our pets since we are new to the area. 10/10 will have again!"
Kate B.
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced responsible pet owner for a whole life time. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
Sunmi can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have a lot of experience of taking care of pets. I, myself had a dog, and I've taken care of the pets of families I have worked for whether it be day walks, feedings and/or overnight care so your fur-babies aren't locked up in a boarding facility; which I love and adore spending time and snuggles. I'm honest, kind, and get...
Cathy can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Monserrat. I'm an animal lover full of energy and care, ready to make your pet's walks and playtime fun, safe, and engaging. Whether it's dogs or cats, I enjoy spending time with animals, making sure they get the attention, exercise, and love they deserve. Responsible and always punctual, I treat every pet as if they...
Monserrat can also help with: Grooming, pet walking
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"Great with my little doggie and super professional! She’s an awesome dog walker."
Care member
Melissa M.
Elizabeth, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm a dog owner and lover myself with great references. I've owned numerous dogs and have experience sitting various breeds and ages of dogs. I can also perform baths and light grooming. I understand your furry friend is more family than anything and I'd love to treat them as such.
Melissa can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
4.9
(18)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Veterinary field since February 2012. I was a vet assistant to all types, sizes & personalities of dogs & cats for 4 years. In May 2016 I became a vet tech at another animal hospital that also sees exotic pets ranging from birds to small mammals to reptiles. I also have dog daycare experience. I...
Michelle can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Michelle helped me out by not only caring for my dog overnight, but bringing her to my wedding venue for me for photos!!! would totally recommend Michelle to anyone who needs a dog sitter or walker!!!"
josie G.
5.0
(1)
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
Lily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with a puggle/basset hound mix once a day for an hour weekdays. We visited the dog runs and enjoyed walking/running along the waterfront weather permitting. I also cat sit for a maine coon mix on weekends and when the owner is away on vacation. We sit and snuggle as well as enjoy play time with his toys. I adore...
Eileen can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Eileen has been walking our dog, Elvis, for about 2 months now. He is a rescue and we were anxious about finding a reliable and friendly dog walker to walk him during the day. I emailed Eileen the day we adopted Elvis and she was willing to come meet us that very...
Jennifer C.
Eleanor M.
West Orange, NJ
$40-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced North Jersey/Central Jersey/Somerset Housekeeper Available Part-Time
4.7
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I love what I do because I love a clean house! My specialty deep cleaning. I want my clients to be happy and appreciate my time and work ability. Most tell me they prefer having only one person, as opposed to two or more, so they can be more assured they are getting what they want or need. When I first started out over 20 years...
Eleanor can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"We met Eleanor on Care.com just prior to the end-of-year holidays, and it's been a great for us to have her help out with housekeeping every other week. Eleanor works sometimes brings help with her, and she has a meticulous eye for keeping our house spotless. My...
James D.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 8 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...
Kristy can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kristy is unbelievable! My mom would visit or overnight sit my four cats for years; we didn't realize how good she was until she could no longer due to illness. I tried Rover, pet sitting services etc., with mediocre to a sitter losing two of my cats while on...
Judi S.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Kimberly. I am an animal lover. I have experience in cat/dog feeding, pet sitting, apartment sitting, dog walking and occasional overnights. I am available evenings, occasionally in the mornings, and flexible on the weekends. I am also a part-time college student and do the pet sitting on the side, because I...
Kimberly can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had dogs in my life. As a child, I had a Shih Tzu/poodle mix who I loved with all my heart. When he passed away I was heartbroken... soon after, I begged my mom for another puppy. But she wouldn't agree to it, so I began visiting the neighborhood pets. I began helping two close neighbors take care of their dogs....
Carol can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I also can walk your dogs.
Erika can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Erika did a great job taking care of our cat in her home. She was in contact with us while we were away and sent us photos and updates. She treated our cat as if she was her own. We will definitely hire her again!"
Elizabeth W.
5.0
(1)
I have a broad history of taking care of pets including house sitting to make sure they are well taken care of, walked, fed and played with. I can take them to the park, pick them up where they are. I am also willing to take them to the vet or to get a bath. I love animals and have a very flexible schedule to work around the...
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
5.0
(1)
My first priority is providing a supervised and safe environment for your pets. I have 2 years of paid experience in dog walking and pet sitting, in addition to helping with friends and family's pets since high school. I have a car and can help with pet transportation as needed. I work remotely and have a flexible schedule that...
Mary can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Mary is the best! Always punctual and communicative, she has helped us out multiple times with walking and sitting. I have a senior dog with arthritis and she is very in tune with his needs (somedays he can walk farther than others) and sends me updates which I...
Sondra S.
5.0
(1)
Hi I am mila, a Pet lover. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I had experience with dogs, cats and different domestic animals. I love animals of all sizes, ages and hairs (shaggy, curly, soft and tangled)all of them.
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Jhunry A.
Jersey City, NJ
$20-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I was doing baby sitting and housekeeping at the same time in Livingstone, NJ for the family of 4 and 2 dogs for 1 year.
Jhunry can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jasmine ! I have had a dog for 8 years ! I grew up with 5 dogs , 11 birds, 11 fishes, 2 turtles all at the same time! I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I own at the moment a Yorki/chihuahua female dog name Hazel who's 8 years old! I love animals , they literally are my children! Can't...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."
Kim B.
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Glen Ridge, NJ
Cheryl G.
5.0
Cheryl G. is a total professional and has taken care of our cats for years. Totally recommend her!!!
- Care member
Monserrat C.
5.0
Mons is awesome! Beautiful soul and energy and she really loves pets. My dog Bailey loves her and she does her job with so much joy. Wonderful dog walker.
- Darla P.
Michelle T.
5.0
I recently hired Michelle to care for my family's two cats while we went on a vacation. Michelle came to our home for a meet and greet and I was immediately impressed with her professionalism and the genuinely caring way that she interacted with the kitties. I received a detailed message and the...
- Karen C.
Eileen M.
5.0
Eileen has been walking our dog, Elvis, for about 2 months now. He is a rescue and we were anxious about finding a reliable and friendly dog walker to walk him during the day. I emailed Eileen the day we adopted Elvis and she was willing to come meet us that very night. She has a warm and caring...
- Jennifer C.
Eleanor M.
5.0
Eleanor has great attention to detail and cares about her work . She is trustworthy and very thorough. We are happy we found her !
- Jonice W.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Glen Ridge, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Glen Ridge, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Glen Ridge, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Glen Ridge, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Glen Ridge, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Glen Ridge, NJ is $27.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Glen Ridge, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Glen Ridge, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Glen Ridge, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Glen Ridge, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Glen Ridge, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Glen Ridge, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
Ratings for Glen Ridge, NJ dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Glen Ridge, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters.