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Dog sitters in Mountainside, NJ

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Karine F.


Mountainside, NJ

$14-19/hr

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I work as a dog sitting while attending college. I have a dog and 2 cats who I adore. I have a very flexible schedule.
Karine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Ashley K.


Mountainside, NJ

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Dog Care

In home dog boarding, house sitting, dog walking, pet taxi based in mountainside
Ashley can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Eleanor M.


West Orange, NJ

$40-43/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced North Jersey/Central Jersey/Somerset Housekeeper Available Part-Time

4.7

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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: Basement cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & 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.

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Gina P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

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
"Gina is enthusiastic and energetic, a breath of fresh air! Always offers to do anything I need! I love her but my dog loves her more! One of the best!"

Linda H.

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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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Janel M.


Plainfield, NJ

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

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 sitting, administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking & more
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Kayla S.


Elizabethport, NJ

$15-20/hr

Loving Dog Sitter

Kayla can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Kayla has helped me a lot with my son when my husband and I wanted to go out.. she’s always there and available and takes great care of him! He also loves her always smiles when he sees her"

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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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"

Laura S.

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Desiree R.


West Orange, NJ

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Pet Sitter- Dogs,Cats,Fish

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: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Susan B.


Edison, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

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: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

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.

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Melissa M.


Elizabeth, NJ

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

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: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine
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Monserrat C.


South Orange, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Your Pet In Loving Hands!

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 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.

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Samantha L.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.
Samantha can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

Andrew B.

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Svetlana M.


Metuchen, NJ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

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: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
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! "

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Cathy M.


Maplewood, NJ

$20-30/hr

Animal Lover

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
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Autumn H.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pet/Dog Sitter

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: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding
5.0
"Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again."

Susan A.

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Erin P.


Florham Park, NJ

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

I've worked through many dog walking/sitting apps before, and also have 19 years of dog owning experience ;). I also have a decent amount of training experience. I cant wait to take care of your furry friend!
Erin can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Sarah B.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

Hello, my name is Sarah. I have worked with animals for over 5 years, and have owned 4 dogs in my lifetime, being the primary caregiver. I have been great with dogs my whole life, and loved training and interacting with them. I get along with dogs very well , and many come to love my presence. I have taken care of dogs and other...
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
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
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Marygrace P.


Cranford, NJ

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Enthusiast

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Maggie! I aim to be a careful candidate and hope to love and care for your pets just as you would. I can alter my schedule and travel to meet your needs, as I have frequent availability. I have experience with dog walking, giving oral medication, overnight care, and cat sitting. I would love the opportunity to meet, play,...
Marygrace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Mountainside, NJ

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.

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

Kayla S.

5.0

Kayla has helped me a lot with my son when my husband and I wanted to go out.. she’s always there and available and takes great care of him! He also loves her always smiles when he sees her

- Care member

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!

- Laura S.

Susan B.

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.

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