Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Rockaway, NJ
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60 dog sitters are listed in Rockaway, NJ
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 4 years
Dog sitters in Rockaway, NJ
Bailey H.
Rockaway, NJ
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Bailey, and I've been dog sitting since I was 16. I have a sweet dog of my own who means the world to me. Right now, I'm in grad school, hustling to pay for my education. I've got plenty of experience dog sitting, and if you need references, just let me know! Your pups will be well taken care of with me!
Bailey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, my name is Jessica and I am interested in taking care of your pet! I have experience walking dogs for more than 15 years and I would love to know if you could contact me for an interview.
Jessica can also help with: Pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have lots of experience with all animals including animals with fear/agression issues, taking medications, potty training, disability & more. I have fostered dozens of dogs and truly have a passion for animals of all sizes and ages! Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Juliana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting
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: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Hired her to watch my three cats and she was great with them. One is usually a handful but she knew how to handle it. Would recommend"
Justin H.
Tatiana R.
Rockaway, NJ
$20-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi l'm Tatiana, I'm 22 and I'm a part-time hairstylist. I have been dog sitting since I was 15. I'm very caring and responsible and have my own transportation. I have 7 of experience and l have the skills and knowledge to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for dogs.
Tatiana can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Dog owner and pet lover! I have experience with all kinds of dog breeds including Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Pit bulls, Hounds, and Rottweilers.
I'd describe my personality as easy going, curious, and friendly.
I have had dogs and cats throughout my life but I started working with other people's animals when I was about 12 years...
Faith can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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 walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her. "
Rachel C.
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:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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.
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: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding
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...
Jordan M.
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.
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: Pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet walking
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.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 8 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...
Kristy can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kristy has been walking our dog for several years now and is great. She is dependable and takes great care of him. We also use her to visit when the family is on vacation so that our dog can stay comfortably in his home. She is very detail oriented and provides...
Roger L.
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: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"In addition to caring for my 'Kid-ties", she would send me a brief text to let me how they were doing. A nice touch that made me feel better about leaving them behind. She was also willing to do an extra stop if I needed because of travel delays! Extremely...
Anne B.
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: Pet walking, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Joanna is fantastic with animals. She is very patient and kind and takes her time with them."
Jennifer R.
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, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting & more
Lorena B.
Butler, NJ
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had pets all my life, from dogs to cats to hedgehogs to birds to frogs. I currently own an american pit bull terrier, a brown tabby cat, a patter dale terrier, and a budgie. I also have pet sitting experience. I am pursuing an associate's degree in preprofessional biology to become a vet tech.
Lorena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine
I have always had a dog, multiple at some time. I care for my pets, feed them, walk them, bathe them etc. I have taken care of family and neighbors pets as well, only dogs and cats.
Micaela can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Natalie C.
Randolph, NJ
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Natalie and I want to spend time with your pets. I've been pet sitting and Dog Walking for friends and family for the past few years and have decided to expand my services to the greater community. I love cats and dogs and have experience with both. I am currently a student, so I have a flexible schedule to help you...
Natalie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
hi everyone, my name is Barbara. I've owned animals my entire life. I currently have two dogs and one cat at home so I am used to the chaotic lifestyle with all these animals. I am very knowledgeable about dogs, their temperament body language, and overall just understanding them. if you need at home dog or cat sitting, walking...
Barbara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello,
My name is Kasia. I have been dog/cat boarding and sitting for the past 4 years, and also l am an owner of a small shihpoo. I love animals because they give us an unconditional love, and l feel that they deserve from us the same. They are part of our families.
While taking care of them aspecially dogs, l feed, play and...
Katarzyna can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Rockaway, NJ
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.
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.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Rockaway, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Rockaway, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ is $15.67.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Rockaway, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Rockaway, 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.