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I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs and fish. Caring for animals has been my lifelong calling. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in pet care comes from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and...
Barbara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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 walking, pet sitting
I've had animals my whole life. I started getting more serious about working with them when I was about 13. I've fostered and pet-sit various animal types. I am very good at keeping control of situations and making sure animals stay safe. I am often called the dog-whisperer, because dogs always seem to love me. I also work well...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi! I love animals and I have several years of experience dog sitting and cat sitting as well. Please feel free to reach out to me anytime!
While I may not have formal pet care experience, I have cared for my own pets, pets of friends and family, and I'm eager to build my experience professionally. I offer pet sitting, dog walking, and general care services, ensuring your pet is well-fed, exercised, and given plenty of attention while you're away. I'm reliable,...
Angel can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I am Claudia G. I am a pet lover that enjoy working around Clark, Linden Scotch Plains Rahway etc.. As a pet sitter and dog walker. I am experience dog walker with great references and 10 years of experience. I am a teacher aid free on summer . After September I will be available any day after 3 p.m. And Saturday, Sunday any...
Claudia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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I am a certified animal lover with 2 furry friends of my own at home. I have 3 years of dog walking and cat-sitting experience and 1 year of animal shelter volunteering experience. I love caring for animals and find it to be a great way to help support myself as an independent student .
Rebecca can also help with: Dog training, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Bianca P.
Springfield, NJ
$18-20/hr
Do you have a vacation planned? Well I'd be happy to house/pet sit for you! I have pet sat on and off for many years for family friends. I used to have a dog, but recently lost her and I miss being around a furry, loving animal. I will not only do the job, but will enjoy every second of it!
*please reach out for availability
Bianca can also help with: Pet sitting
Pet sitter, dog walker and in home boarding. I have owned dogs all my life, I am 27 and have 1 of my own dogs that I love to death as well as 1 kitten. Animals are one of my passions and I would do anything to protect them and to care for them. I am great at feedings, light training, giving pills in food, administering eye...
Deikel can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I am lovely with dogs. I take good car of pets. I am kind and professional hard worker. I am patient with pets.
Luisa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
NAPPS Certified
Katherine E.
Clark, NJ
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Katherine. With having a precious dog of my own, I understand the importance of leaving your pets with someone who knows how to care for them and will be sure they will be taken care of with love. I also have experience pet-sitting other family's dogs and cats, including feeding them, letting them out when needed and...
Katherine can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I can dog sit in your home. I have had my own dog for 6 years now, and I have experience with dogs of all sizes and ages.
Gabriela can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
I'm a house cleaning lady for more than 20 years ago, I have a great references, Pet friendly and non smoker.
Im cleaning houses, apartments, condos, offices, summer rentals, Airbnb
Basic general cleanings, deeps cleanings, seasonal cleanings
Move-in Move- outs
Weekly, bi weekly, monthly
I'm organizing closets, garages,...
Antonieta can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning
Hi, my name is Valerie I've been dog sitting for 5 years. My love for animals is like nothing else in life I grew up surrounded by a lot of dogs and that's where my love for them began. If you're looking for a fun, passionate, loving dog sitter here I am!!
Valerie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding, boarding
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
I have more than 5 years of experience caring after animals. I used to have a black Labrador and now have 2 cats at home. They are my crazy children! I also watch a beautiful blue Hyacinth Macaw some weekends. I am comfortable with any pet as long as snakes aren't involved (I fear them ). I am soon to be CPR pet certified. I...
I am gentle with animals and always monitor them for safety, making sure they don't eat anything bad for them and securing cords so they don't get caught. I am attuned to both dogs' and cats' ways of communicating their wants and needs. I know pet CPR and first aid though I'm not certified. I have lived much of my life with...
Minette can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Morgan T.
Cranford, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am currently a student at College and have two years experience pet sitting with references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, and have performed tasks such as walking, playing, bathing, and comforting them. Please feel free to contact me with any further...
Morgan can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Lauren F.
Westfield, NJ
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi There,
My name is Lauren and I am a 25-year-old Westfield resident. I am an animal lover who has three years of experience with both dog and cat sitting. My family has a beloved 13-year-old yellow lab named Maddie. I know how important animals are to their families and that they truly are members of the family. I love...
Lauren can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
I have more than 3 years of experience in working with stranger's pets. I have my own dog for more than10 years amd a cat fir more than 5. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Weronika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in South Plainfield, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in South Plainfield, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ is $17.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in South Plainfield, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in South Plainfield, 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.