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My name is Bianca D., and I have had a few experiences pet-sitting. My family has 2 dogs, one is 3 and the other is 13 years old. I love going home to spend time with them. I grew up having a lot of dogs around me, so my love for them (and animals in general) just grows more and more. My last experience dog-sitting was...
Bianca can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Flexible Summer Hours! Looking to pick up jobs for summer time, can provide transportation and other needs!
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Claire O.
New Brunswick, NJ
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Claire, A Pet Sitter Offering Walks, Play Time And Companionship!
I have been pet sitting my whole life which has brought me so much joy and relationships with my clients! I have experience in Animal Care Knowledge with different kinds of pets (dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs, hamsters etc). While every pet is different I have experienced lots within my time of watching and caring for pets...
Claire can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Love animals. Experienced with cats and dogs. Sitting, playing, walking, clean up and Love : ) Caring and Compassionate.
Emily can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
Jordan M.
Fords, NJ
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
The moment I was old enough to have a dog of my own I immediately fell in love with animals. After that I would find any excuse to spend all of my time with animals. When I was 15 I started to become the neighborhood dog walker and have been walking dogs and house sitting both cats and dogs ever since.
Jasmine N.
Old Bridge, NJ
$16-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Jasmine and I have over 3 years experience pet sitting dogs and cats. I have a dog and 2 cats myself and I absolutely love animals! My priority is to keep your fur baby happy, healthy, and safe well you're gone. Reach out!
Jasmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Paige K.
Somerset, NJ
$15-20/hr
I have experience dog and cat sitting while families are out of town. I have 2 cats at home as well!
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Gabrielle D.
Franklin Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Gabrielle and I'm a big animal lover. I've had cats and dogs since I was 7 years old. My family and I have had a lot of foster pets and loved to take care of these animals during their in between stages. I would love to pet sit, walk your animals and make sure they have a good time while you're away.
Gabrielle can also help with: Pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there :) My name is Savanna and I am searching for cat sitting positions throughout central Jersey (maybe south as well). I love cats and have owned several, including the two I have now! I am a current college student at Rutgers New Brunswick, but I can still be pretty flexible and accommodate to your schedule. I do have...
Savanna can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
I recently watch two children that are three and four they have chickens and dogs. We are always playing games and making cool arts and crafts!
I also watch and pick up a girl that's 4 years old and drive her home often from school we go to the park and play games at home! She's super creative we love building and counting...
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
I love animals, and have 3 years of experience with cat sitting. I would love to be a dog walker/sitter too.
Hiba can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Briel C.
Metuchen, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I have experience dog and cat sitting for multiple pets at a time. My family has a dog, 6 cats, and lots of fish. I also grew up around a bearded dragon, so my experience is vast! Please connect with me if I can be of service!
Briel can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Mckenna F.
Somerset, NJ
$20-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
Kind, Professional, & Punctual Pet Sitter! 10+ Experience
Hello! I have been taking care of dogs for the past 12 years of my life! I have had an Australian shepherd and Akita / German shepherd mix. I like to be active with dogs, take them to the park, on walks and love them well! I have experience feeding, bathing, walking and training dogs. I enjoy taking dogs on long walks, playing...
Mckenna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as social , energetic , caring, helpful, always trying to help
I'm looking for a job that I would like take care of your house and your pet as if it was my own, I have no professional housesitting or dog sitting experience, but I have had dogs my whole life, since I was 8 years old, I had a 30 pound...
Lucia G can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
Alexandra Z.
New Brunswick, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have one year of experience including dog sitting and walking, as well as cat sitting. I enjoy spending time with animals and making sure they feel comfortable and well taken care of. I would love to meet your pet!
Alexandra can also help with: Pet transportation, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
Dog lover, owner of a pup and willing to support families in the northern part of Jersey. Please reach out!
Sandra can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog sitter with 2+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
Brianna M.
Edison, NJ
$15-20/hr
Hello! My name is Brianna I have experience with dog sitting large/ small dog and cats!
I have a 3. 5-year-old Great Dane as a 10-year-old shih tzu at home along with 3 cats. I love my fur babies dearly and I understand the care and love that needs to be given to them while their people are away working/ traveling.
They will...
Brianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Enalyn D.
Edison, NJ
$14-25/hr
Whenever you need someone to take your dog for a daily walk, overnight care and pet sitting for birds, cats, fish or hamsters I am here to help you taking care of them -
Enalyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have my own lab dog. And I have dog and cat sitter mayn't times for my friends through out the years. I am very patient and good with animals.
Frederiki can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in South River, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in South River, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in South River, 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 River, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in South River, 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 River, NJ is $15.33.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in South River, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South River, 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 River, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in South River, 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 River, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in South River, 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.