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Joyce B.


Port Reading, NJ

$15-20/hr

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I was actually a paraprofessional in the public schools for many years but love dogs. I have experience pet sitting and in the past I helped the elderly during my college years. I hope I can be of assistance to your pet.
Joyce can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Paige T.


Port Reading, NJ

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring, And Experienced Pet Sitter

I come from a family of animal lovers! I've grown up around multiple dogs my whole life, and I always played an active role in taking care of them. I now own my own dog, whom I adore. I love dogs and taking care of them.
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Rebecca M.


Edison, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly Caretaker

5.0

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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: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."

Cynthia M.

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Maria G.


Bayonne, NJ

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an animal lover. I can also train little pups. I am a dog walker based in jersey city mainly but willing to travel. I also board animals at home in case you are on leave or sit at their home.
Maria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
5.0
"This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I as we were all the way cross country "

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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: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
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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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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"We continue to call upon Autumn to pet and home-sit when we travel or have long weekends away. Autumn takes excellent care of our dog and house. She has also been flexible and accommodating when our plans have changed. I highly recommend Autumn and am confident...

Craig & Carolyn W.

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Kelly F.


Sayreville, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work as a veterinarian technician in Westfield. I have been a veterinary technician for 6 years. I have also watched my families dogs and cats while they were away on vacation and I have been pet sitting/dog walking for about 5 years. I have provided overnight care and drop in day visits as well. At work I assist in...
Kelly can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs...

Kasey L.

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Kayla S.


Elizabethport, NJ

$15-20/hr

Loving Dog Sitter

Kayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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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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: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting & 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.

I have two pet myself- hamster and a guinea pig. I have had pet sitting before-two cats, dog, bird and fish.
5.0
"I hired Elisa for home cleaning our apt in Brooklyn. Elisa was excellent and very professional. She cleaned using natural products whenever possible. She took wonderful care of our two cats. Elisa was very honest and has our trust."

Rose N.

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Bridget R.


Staten Island, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Bridget and I am a CMA, and I am a nursing student. My interest in nursing school is pediatrics! I am CPR & BLS certified. I have reliable transportation. I also provide animal sitting in your own home! I am an animal lover! I love all dogs, regardless of size or age. I can provide walks, baths, and light grooming. I...
Bridget can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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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 walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"I have had the chance to get to know Liz, and I say without a doubt that she is a person of very good moral character. She is understanding, loving, hardworking and is always there to help others. Liz operates with integrity, and never has a bad word to say about...

Nancy F.

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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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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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
"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...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Jackie and I am 25 years old. have been walking and sitting dogs for 8 years. I have a dog and cat or my own for 5 years. I also watch provide boarding services as well. I am patient, active, and love animals. I have my own transportation and I am a non smoker.
Jaqmeille can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
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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: Pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation, pet walking
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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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, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training
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Natalie M.


Elizabeth, NJ

$19-26/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Natalie. I've always been an animal lover and have a few pets myself, a couple guinea pigs and a cat. I have experience with pet sitting at home and dog walking.
Natalie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Elizabeth G.


Linden, NJ

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have owned and cared for many dogs and other pets. I am comfortable caring for dogs of all ages and sizes. I can provide multiple services such as, grooming, walking, light training i. e teaching how to sit, play fetch and even potty training.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
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Lidia D.


Clark, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Lidia and I can provide walking and pet sitting services in your own home. I do have one year of paid experience caring for a pet in a client's own home. I am open to most pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, etc. I have a very big love for animals and I know how much love and care they need and deserve on a daily...
Lidia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Port Reading, NJ

Rebecca M.

5.0

Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.

- Cynthia M.

Maria G.

5.0

This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I as we were all the way cross country

- Care member

Svetlana M.

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

Autumn H.

5.0

Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.

- Susan A.

Kelly F.

5.0

Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs had surgery, Kelly's background as a...

- Kasey L.

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