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Simona M.

Part Time Pet Care

Dayton, NJ

from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have always loved Dogs I have had 5 wonderful dogs. I have experience pet sitting cats and playing with them.
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Yessica Milagros L.'s Photo
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Yessica, and I am a loving, responsible, and committed person. I love spending time with dogs, getting to know their personalities, and giving them the care and attention they deserve. I understand how important it is for a family to leave their furry friend in good hands, which is why I strive to create a...
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Hafsa H.'s Photo

Dayton, NJ

from
$15/hr
Grooming
boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Taking care of my own cat has been a truly fulfilling experience. She's independent yet affectionate, and I've learned to respect her space while providing the care she needs. From feeding her the right food to maintaining her litter box, it's the small routines that make her feel safe and loved. Grooming her fur and giving her...
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Jennifer K.'s Photo

Dayton, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
Hello. It's nice to meet you. My friends and family would describe me as someone who has a compassion for elderly, kids, pets. Dependable, patience, trustworthy, organized, sweet and loves to help others and be around people. Currently I manage a small business couple of a days a week. But I am looking for another part time job...
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Trust - Love - Play Compassionate Care

Dayton, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, thoughtful and reliable. I like working with animals because they bring joy into so many aspects of my life. The love and enthusiasm of animals makes me smile every day. I'm looking for a job that will allow a flexible schedule while meeting the needs of others. I started working...
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Alexandra S.'s Photo

Dayton, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am a dog and cat lover and have had experience dog sitting for 2 years. My family has a chocolate lab and 2 cats, so I am very experienced in playing with, walking, feeding, cleaning, and more when it comes to dogs and cats.
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Hightstown, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a bonded and insured dog walker/pet sitter that can provide outstanding references upon request.

Care Member says "Sue is the absolute best friend my Perry every had in his life. He loved his walks with Sue. He would run to the door when Sue would arrive to walk...

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Alison V.'s Photo

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
grooming
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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Covid Vaccinated Part Time Pet Sitter

Englishtown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi there! I am a proud owner of two rescue dogs and currently volunteer at the AHS of Tinton Falls. I have the opportunity to interact with different breeds of dogs and cats. I have two rescue pets of my own and currently pet sit for 2 families when needed, including overnights. Also can do one-time (one day) jobs. I would love...

Lyndsay K. says "Mary was amazing taking care of our 3 fur babies while we were away for 1 week. If she had any questions, she made sure to text and ask us. She was...

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I Am A Part-time Caregiver

Englishtown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am an animal lover and I've had a range of different kinds of dogs throughout my life. I presently have two dogs, one 15-year-old Standard Poodle and one 4-year-old Sheepadoodle who I adore. I am currently taking care of a 1-year-old puppy twice a week for an hour a day. She's beautiful and has a great personality.

Rosa D. says "Annalisa is an amazing and very caring individual. Our girl loves her and so do we !!! Thank you for taking such great care of our big Baby Girl :)"

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Loves Animals And Happy To Help :)

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have experience with large dogs, small dogs, and cats. I am available to walk dogs, house/pet sit, and giving animals exercise.

Barbara O. says "Abby did some dog sitting for my very active high needs terrier and did a great job with him. Definitely will be hiring Abby again."

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Amy B.'s Photo

Hightstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Need someone to take of your furry friends while you are gone? Need someone to take them for a walk?

Caitlin O. says "Amy was amazing! She watched my rescue cat for two weeks while we were away. My cat is very shy and she warmed up to Amy right away! She was also willing...

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Hannah H.'s Photo

Pet Sitter Available

Cranbury, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Previous professional pet setter - knows cats and dogs. I can do overnights with notice.

Pam V. says "Hannah truly loves animals and cares for them As if they were her own. Know that she will spend quality time with your pet while you are gone"

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Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Pet sitting
I've been a cat owner my entire life. I currently have 2 cats of my own. I love meeting new cats and I'm excited to meet yours. I can assist with light house keeping as well as mail retrieval and litter box scooping while you're away.

Lisa R. says "Estelle took care of my cat Mikko while I was overseas for three weeks. She did a wonderful job of meeting his needs, including taking steps to insure he...

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Khushpreet K.'s Photo

Hightstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
As a passionate pet sitter and avid dog walker, I bring my love for all dogs to provide top-notch care. With my own cherished German Shepherd/Husky companion, I understand the bond between pets and their owners. I'm dedicated to ensuring your furry friends' happiness and well-being through daily walks, playtime, and attentive...

Care Member says "Khushpreet helped us watch our two pets for a last minute weekend getaway. From the beginning, she was friendly and very communicative which put our...

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Allyson F.'s Photo

Dog/Cat Sitter

Hightstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a current dog owner and animal lover. I have experience watching cats and dogs through sitting friends' and family's animals while they were away. I have my own car, so there would be no worry about my transportation to your home. Please feel free to reach out to me if your furry ones need someone to walk, feed, or play...

Lydia M. says "Allyson is an absolute dream to work with! She is articulate and professional. She is caring, accommodating and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her as...

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Barbara B.'s Photo

Experienced Dog Owner And Pet Sitter

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grooming
administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
pet walking
Animals have been my passion since I was a child. I have cared for dogs in my home and visited pet owners' homes to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish and a rabbit. Additionally, I have years of experience as a dog owner. I enjoy caring for children as well as animals. I have babysat for several pet owning families and some of...

Maryann J. says "Barbara has worked as a pet sitter for me on two separate occasions. I found her to be reliable and honest with a good work ethic. I am very happy with...

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Talia G.'s Photo

Just A Girl Who Loves Animals!

Englishtown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have been around animals for a long time. I've had my own family dog for 9 years. My other experiences are volunteering in Hawaii at a pet shelter where I would perform duties such as taking dogs out to go to the bathroom and on walks, cleaning their pens, feeding them, and giving them unconditional love. I also volunteered at...

Kaitlin B. says "Talia is a dream come true , goes above and beyond. Super reliable. I am so so sad to see her go back to school my dogs and I will miss her terribly !!!...

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Lily M.'s Photo

Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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Madeline P.'s Photo

Your Pets Love Me

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as unapologetic, enthusiastic and social! As an animal rights activist, I've worked with animals for over three years in Essex and Morris county and feel great care, love and empathy for them. Working with animals provides dopamine and good energy! I'm also looking for an opportunity that can...

Care Member says "Very friendly dog walker. Takes my puppy for a good walk and plays with her. "

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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of January 2026

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Dayton, NJ

Pet Care in Dayton, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Susan V.

Sue is the absolute best friend my Perry every had in his life. He loved his walks with Sue. He would run to the door when Sue would...

- Care member

Mary J.

Mary was amazing taking care of our 3 fur babies while we were away for 1 week. If she had any questions, she made sure to text and ask us....

- Lyndsay K.

Annalisa C.

Annalisa is an amazing and very caring individual. Our girl loves her and so do we !!! Thank you for taking such great care of our big Baby...

- Rosa D.

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Dayton, NJ

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.33 per hour as of January 2026. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 6 pet care providers in Dayton, NJ offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Dayton or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dayton, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Dayton, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Dayton, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Dayton, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Dayton, NJ, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Dayton, NJ, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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