Find Trusted Home Pet Sitting Near Me in Colonia, NJ
Explore background-checked home pet sitting in Colonia, NJ and find loving care for your furry friend.
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Find home pet sitting in Colonia, NJ that you’ll love
60 home pet sitting are listed in Colonia, NJ
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby home pet sitting is 10 years
Home pet sitting in Colonia, NJ
5.0
(2)
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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet sitting, 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.
5.0
(10)
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, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."
Cynthia M.
Melissa M.
Elizabeth, NJ
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, pet sitting, administration of medicine, dog training
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have two cats myself and have experience pet sitting for many other people.
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform walking, cleaning up after your furry friend, feeding and playing with your furry friend. I do check in and feeding while you are away. I owned a dog when I was child and currently have a cat and a rabbit.
Leah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Camryn E.
Roselle, NJ
$15-19/hr
Hello! I'm Camryn:)
I'm an animal lover with a passion for providing loving, reliable care for your fur babies while you're away. I offer pet needs, daily walks, and of course cuddles. This would be my first time trying pet sitting, but I have a fur baby at home who I love and love caring for him.
Camryn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Aylin S.
Staten Island, NY
$17-22/hr
Reliable and compassionate pet sitter with a genuine love for animals and experience caring for pets of all sizes and temperaments. Skilled in feeding, walking, administering medications, and providing plenty of playtime and affection to keep pets happy and healthy. Dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of your furry...
Aylin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, my name is Jennifer. I am a certified special education teacher who is home for the summer. I am a mother of 3 teenagers as well as our adorable 9-year-old Bernadoodle. I am an experienced dog owner who absolutely loves all dogs! I will never pass up the opportunity to cross the street to pet a dog. I pride myself on being...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hi everyone! I'm a college student looking to take on elderly caregiving, childcare, and pet care jobs.
I have experience caring for cats and dogs, daycare-aged children, and am a certified home health aid with experience in assisted living facilities.
I have a car, am insured, and a non-smoker.
Please feel free to contact...
Ana can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
Gianna I.
Springfield, NJ
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi There! Your Dedicated Pet Sitter Here To Relieve The Stress Of Leaving Your Furry Friends Behind!
Hello! I am Gianna, your reliable and dedicated pet sitter here to take the stress out of leaving your furry family members behind. With a genuine love for animals and a backround in pet care, I understand the importance of trust and dependability but hen it comes to looking after your pets. I've got everything covered from...
Gianna can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Eryka P.
Elizabeth, NJ
$16-30/hr
Hi! My name is Eryka and I am a fourth-year undergraduate public health student who provides dog sitting in your own home. I can also perform baths and light grooming upon request. I am more than ready to be at your service.
Eryka can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Hello!
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: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. While I do not have paid experience, I have petsat multiple times for family members, and I am very comfortable with all animals. I look forward to meeting your furry sons and daughters.
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alexandra R.
Plainfield, NJ
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I can provide dog/ and or cat sitting in your own home. Im an animal lover who regular volunteers at animal shelters regularly and fosters animals.
Alexandra can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have 10+ years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also bathe or groom your dog.
Britney can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
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
Celita P.
Elizabeth, NJ
$18-22/hr
I've had dogs my entire life and I even am going to start school soon in veterinary medicine! I currently have 3 dogs! Princess, Coco, and Harry. A Shih-tzu, Yorkie, & Border Collie Blue Heeler Mix! I provide dog sitting in your own home. I Love Dogs of all sizes and ages.
Celita can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
Morgan T.
Cranford, NJ
$12-20/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 sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Colonia, NJ
Elizabeth A.
5.0
Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!
- Laura S.
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.
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.
- Susan A.
Rebecca M.
5.0
Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.
- Cynthia M.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Colonia
In 2025, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Colonia, NJ?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Colonia, NJ will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of January 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Colonia, NJ?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Colonia, NJ on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 1 in home pet sitters in Colonia, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Colonia, NJ?
In home pet sitters in Colonia, NJ can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Colonia, NJ?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Colonia, NJ, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Colonia, NJ?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Colonia, NJ. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.