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Dog sitters in Madison, NJ
Dayana P.
Madison, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Dayana can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
Mariah L.
Madison, NJ
$22-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Mariah, I am a caring pet sitter with a love for animals of all kinds! Whether it's feeding, walking, playing, or just keeping your pet company, I'm dedicated to ensuring they feel happy and safe while you're away. With experience in pet care, I understand the importance of reliability, patience, and giving each pet the...
Mariah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi Families!
I am Summer Oña, I am looking for families in need of a babysitter or a dog sitter. My availability is Mondays and Thursday after 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday i'm available after 5:15 p.m. But if anyone needs a babysitter ASAP starting tomorrow till January 19th, I am 100% anytime available. I am a...
Summer can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I just sat with a kitten over the weekend. Her name is Vera. I also had two cats, and a dog. I have a hamster and two goldfish. I am currently an employee for WAG! I love to take care of animals, they are so important for peoples well being. They fundamentally make me happy. Their fur, look in their eyes and innocence are what...
Heather V can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I can provide pet sitting and walking. I love dogs and animals. I have 14 years of experience caring for dogs.
Jenifer can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(3)
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
"Mons is amazing! Hired her to watch my pup and he loves her. Bright, positive energy, and it’s clear she loves animals and enjoys her job. She even goes the extra mile and always takes care of my pup!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have and still do provide pet sitting and pet care giving to both dogs and cats for several families, in their homes. I have 20+ years of experience caring for both mine and other family's pets. My responsibilities have included dispensing medication, feeding, walking, cleaning up and when required, accompanying them to the...
Lori can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Newly Rutgers graduate . I am an avid animal lover and have always had them growing up. I currently have 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a fish! I've also had a gecko and rabbits.
Open to taking care of most animals just ask!
Desiree can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Michelle V.
Parsippany, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home
4.9
(9)
Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...
Michelle can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"I would definitely recommend Michelle.
She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my older cat. She watered my plants. She anticipated a potential problem ( a snow storm) and came up with a plan. I’m...
Stephanie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the biggest dog lover! I have been watching dogs on occasion since I was in middle school and old enough to walk my neighbor's dog around the block. I have always been an animal lover! I have watched neighbors, friends, family members dogs, and Care. com families. I have taken in dogs or stayed at their home, when they went...
Rachelle can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, boarding & more
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: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, basement cleaning & more
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.
Audrey R.
Randolph, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!
5.0
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Audrey took excellent care of my geriatric cat, administering medications and subQ fluid. She is compassionate and truly loves animals - exactly the kind of person who should be doing this type of work and exactly the type of person that we all seek when...
Cynthia S.
Hi! I've had dogs for most of my life and understand just how special they are. While I'm newer to paid dog-sitting, I've spent years taking care of my own, and I know how important it is to make them feel loved and safe. I lost my dog two years ago, and now I'm looking forward to sharing that care with your dog while you're...
Nicol can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
My name is Sydney and I'm a 20-year-old college student from Summit, NJ. I have cared for three dogs from infancy, fish, and birds. I am very gentle, lively, respectful, and reliable. I am available from May 25th to August 8th; I will let you know of any conflicts well in advance!
Sydney can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
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!
Jordan M.
Springfield, NJ
$15-20/hr
Hi! My name is Jordan, and I'd love to help take care of your pets. While I don't have a lot of professional pet-sitting experience, I have a lot of love for animals and know how to care for them. I can walk dogs, feed and check in on cats and fish, and make sure your pets are safe and happy while you're away. I'm responsible,...
Jordan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I have had dogs my whole life. I have worked before walking dogs and pet sitting too.
Luna can also help with: Pet walking
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, flexible
I like working with animals because every animal deserves to feel loved and taken care of when their humans are away.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to spend time caring for animals and humans alike. Something that I can do while I'm attending University.
I...
Mariamu can also help with: Pet sitting
I am an animal lover that would be very happy to take care of your furry friend! I have my own dog, and I am not afraid of big dogs! I have been a dog walker, and I have taken care of dogs while their family was on vacation. I will care for your pet with kindness, affection, and careful attention!
Paige can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Madison, NJ
Monserrat C.
5.0
Mons is amazing! Hired her to watch my pup and he loves her. Bright, positive energy, and it’s clear she loves animals and enjoys her job. She even goes the extra mile and always takes care of my pup!
- Care member
Michelle V.
5.0
I would definitely recommend Michelle.
She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my older cat. She watered my plants. She anticipated a potential problem ( a snow storm) and came up with a plan. I’m very appreciative of her help while...
- Stephanie W.
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.
Audrey R.
5.0
Audrey took amazing care of our 2 cats for 10 days, she played with them, fed them, cleaned their litters. She even sent us pictures of them. Our communication was very easy! I highly recommend her!
- Nataliia M.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Madison, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Madison, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Madison, 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 Madison, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Madison, 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 Madison, NJ is $16.40.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Madison, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Madison, 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 Madison, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Madison, 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 Madison, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Madison, 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.