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60 dog sitters are listed in Oak Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 2 years
Dog sitters in Oak Ridge, NJ
Lynnae G.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am an experienced dog walker/sitter, cat sitter, as well as dog owner. I am an animal lover and enjoy all types of animals! I am a biology major at Penn State and am looking for small jobs to supplement my job !
Lynnae can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I can provide dog sitting and walking at your own home. I have taken care of my own dogs all my life, in addition to walking dogs as a volunteer at a shelter near my college. I love dogs and would be more than happy to take care of your pup when you aren't able to be home!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very...
Francine H.
I have a dog of my own that I take care of everyday. I feed her, bathe her, and walk her. I am qualified to take care of pets.
Lauryn can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide sitting, walking, or just taking care of your pet while you are at work or will be gone for long periods of time or any other reason!! I am an avid animal lover. I have owned dogs all my life and currently have two 3-year-old black labs that are treated as good as I treat my children. They are part of our family....
Francine can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Fran loves and cares for anyone she meets especially pets. She knows how to take care of animals and does it with ease as well as with a positive attitude. I can trust her with my pets anytime and I know that they will be safe under her care. The two dogs of her...
Chris C.
Experienced pet owner will care for your pet like my own. Dependable
reliable
open communication
Will adhere to pet parents rules as to not have confusion between when pet parents are home and care taker is filling in.
Deborah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alexandria C.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student Located in Wayne, NJ Looking for Long Term Pet Sitting/Child Care Job
I love dogs and have experience working with them! I am currently going to school for vet tech.
Alexandria can also help with: Boarding, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and treat them as if they were my own! I have enjoyed pet sitting for my close family friends and neighbors while they are out on vacation or just in need of some help! I have cared for dogs, cats, bunnies, fish and even a lizard at one point. I am responsible and trustworthy. I will send you updates and pictures...
Victoria can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I have known Victoria for many years. She was a babysitter for me when my kids were small. She recently dog sat for my two dogs at my home and did an amazing job. She loves animals and they love her back. She even took care of my bunny and fish! I highly...
Deana S.
Stephanie B.
Rockaway, NJ
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have had many pets of my own, I currently have 2 cats. I have 6 years of experience dog/cat sitting my neighbors and friends pets. I am currently in college so I am definitely missing my cats and don't want my love and fun to go to waste! I don't have experience with exotic/farm animals but provided that you give me clear...
Stephanie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got with Mela and how well she listened to her. She took her on walks for me and fed her and played with her, I was...
Natalia T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her. "
Rachel C.
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm Rebecca and I'm a happy, reliable and active pet walker and sitter. I have two Australian shepherds, a cat and a lot of fish. My dogs are high energy and require a lot of work so I'm not shy to a high maintenance pet. I go above and beyond for my animals every single day and would do the same for yours. I love hiking and...
Rebecca can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, grooming & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Most loving dog walker I met. She hikes my dogs with hers for as long or short as my dogs want to do that day. Then my dogs are at peace the rest of the day. Love her and so do my dogs. I mention her name and they start jumping around. "
Care member
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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, dog training, pet transportation, grooming & more
5.0
(3)
I have many years experience with animals as I have 1 dogs and 3 cats of my own. I will feed your pet, play with them, walk them and give them the love and care they need.
Joanna can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Caring and all around lovely woman. Knowledgeable with animal care and always on time."
Sandra M.
My name is Margarita and I love animals! With 10+ years of experience, I consider myself to be very focused, hardworking, and fun. I have two cats of my own, and have experience in caring for big and small dog breeds. I can find a way around a very stubborn and hard to handle dog as much as I can handle a very active and happy...
Margarita can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting & more
Melissa O.
Hamburg, NJ
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Melissa! I have been pet sitting for 5 years! I have experience working with dogs and cats. Currently, I assist a woman with her three cats, which includes feeding, and cleaning. In the past, I have cared for dogs, and completed tasks such as walking, feeding, and cleaning. As for myself, I have three cats! Their...
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Anderson L.
Dover, NJ
$17-25/hr
Hello my name is Anderson and I love animals, I have 2 dogs of my own and I can pet sit walk them whatever you need.
Anderson can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Julianne R.
Boonton, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love pets of all kinds. Personally, I have never had a dog within my own home, but I do have a cat! I babysit far too often and in each home I am required to care for both the children and their pets. Feel free to contact me about pet-sitting/house-sitting! Thanks for considering me for the job.
Julianne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi! Besides being a childcare giver, I have such passion when it comes to our four legged family members!! I owned a boxer, named Daisy, for 13 years. My daughters adored her and she was most certainly part of our family! My family and I now own an incredible boxer/German Shepard mix pup named Roxy. She's amazing!! I have always...
Sheri can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting & more
Hi! I'm Masyn (they/them). I am a caring, smart, and experienced young adult looking to help people in the community. I have experience in pet sitting, housekeeping, and childcare. I am well rounded and always do work to the best of my ability. For pet care, I have done many pet sits for a variety of dogs and cats of different...
Masyn can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hello, my name is Emily!
I have been providing pet care for over 7 years, worked at a veterinary office for 2 years, and have had many diverse pets throughout my life. I've primarily worked with cats, dogs, and small fur friends but I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals including...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
Hello! I am a lifelong animal lover, a mom of two middle schoolers, and a resident of Morris County for more than 20 years.
I believe most pets are happiest when they can stay in the comfort of their home, familiar ascents and surroundings, when their family is away. I am happy to visit with your cats or dogs in their own...
Jamie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Oak Ridge, NJ
Heather H.
5.0
Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very special love for animals. Not to long...
- Francine H.
Francine H.
5.0
Fran has taken care of dogs pretty much her entire life. She is animal lover and currently has two black lab puppies. She is extremely reliable and punctual. She will take amazing care of your animals! She will go above and beyond any needs you may have. Highly recommend her!!
- Heather H.
Victoria J.
5.0
Victoria was great with our dogs! She was so sweet and caring to them and spent some extra time with them, since she was just dropping in to let them out 3 times a day. She was very accommodating to our drop in time needs. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter!
- Jordan M.
Stephanie B.
5.0
I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got with Mela and how well she listened to her. She took her on walks for me and fed her and played with her, I was really pleased with her extra effort...
- Natalia T.
Natalie B.
5.0
Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her.
- Rachel C.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Oak Ridge, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Oak Ridge, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Oak 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Oak 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 Oak Ridge, NJ is $16.67.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Oak Ridge, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Oak 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Oak 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Oak 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.