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Hi everyone! I'm a college student looking to take on elderly caregiving, childcare, and pet care jobs.
I have experience caring for cats and dogs, daycare-aged children, and am a certified home health aid with experience in assisted living facilities.
I have a car, am insured, and a non-smoker.
Please feel free to contact...
Ana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
I am a reliable sitter, who has had many pets. From dogs to cats to alpacas and hedgehogs! I treat all pets as if they were my own and care for them dearly!
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello. My name is Jayde. I am currently a full time student at Hofstra University. While my school is in NY, I am looking for pet sitting jobs in NJ while I am taking remote classes. I have several years of child care and pet care experience as I have been babysitting from the age of 16 and got my dog in that same year. I am...
Nicole G.
Middlesex, NJ
$15-25/hr
I am here for your pet needs , walks , feeding , medications , play time or just home sit for company . I have been a cat mom, dog mom for about 30 years now. I am non-smoker and very reliable & punctual with time.
Nicole can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(2)
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet caretaker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."
Cynthia M.
Casey W.
Somerset, NJ
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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 walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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.
Samantha L.
Somerset, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"
Laura S.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood.
I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job)
Free of allergies from animal hair/dander
In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Good day to you and thank you for your interest! I started work at Radisson Sas Hotel then at homes. I have more than 15+ years experience in cleaning houses, organizing and also pet care (dog walking or pet sitting while you are on vacation).
Anna can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Ania does and excellent job at our house. She currently comes over every other week, and every time she leaves we feel like we're coming home to a different house. She communicates frequently, and shows up on time, every time."
William Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004.
I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR.
Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots).
I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even got me a back up when she is not available. I would recommend her."
Mike L.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own.
I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again."
Susan A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as ample activity such as running.
I am also willing to provide home services if you are going out of town. I can stay with...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
(5)
I can help with Pet Sitting, Dog walking and some basic grooming. As a kid I always wanted to play with the biggest dog. I was never afraid of the biggest scariest dog in town. I've walked and cared for various dogs and they always feel good around me. The small dogs always tend to jump in my lap even though it's the first time...
Svetlana can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is good with her! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had the great pleasure to have 2 wonderful cats in my life since the young age of 3 to age 20. They brought much happiness and much laughter in me and my moms life until they passed a few years ago. About 3 months ago, I just got a toy size poodle dog which I absolutely love. She is 5months now and is very playful and...
Janel can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
Maria C.
Bound Brook, NJ
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have many year of experience in different backgrounds like babysitting, dog sitting. I'm responsible and reliable. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
As a dog owner most of my life, I am well experienced with dogs. I love caring for them. I currently do not have any dogs in my home, making it easier to dog sit if needed. Looking forward to meeting your furry friends.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Melajah S.
Highland Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello I have 2 years experience being a dog sitter. I am a care giver for children and the family I work for own two dogs, 13 yr shih tzu and 4 yr boxer. Occasionally when my family goes on vacation I care for their dogs while they are away, and I love it! I also have cats and dogs in my family so I'm naturally an animal person....
Melajah can also help with: Pet sitting
Gabrielle D.
Franklin Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Gabrielle and I'm a big animal lover. I've had cats and dogs since I was 7 years old. My family and I have had a lot of foster pets and loved to take care of these animals during their in between stages. I would love to pet sit, walk your animals and make sure they have a good time while you're away.
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Middlesex, NJ
Rebecca M.
5.0
Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.
- Cynthia M.
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.
Elizabeth A.
5.0
Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!
- Laura S.
Gina P.
5.0
I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and caring that it put me immediately...
- Care member
Anna K.
5.0
Ania is a gem. She has been working for me since August of 2012. She cleans my home once a week. She is reliable, trustworthy, sweet, very hard working, fast, dependable, etc. She does a great job with cleaning and I am VERY happy with her. I often change up what I need for her to do each week,...
- Elizabeth G.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Middlesex, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Middlesex, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex, NJ is $23.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Middlesex, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Middlesex, 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 Middlesex, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Middlesex, 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.