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Find pet care in Metuchen, NJ that you’ll love

60 pet care are listed in Metuchen, NJ

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years

Pet care in Metuchen, NJ

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Susan B.


Edison, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots). I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....
Susan can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet transportation, boarding & more
Skills:

Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even got me a back up when she is not available. I would recommend her."

Mike L.

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Rebecca M.


Edison, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly Caretaker

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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."

Cynthia M.

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Amanda R.


Perth Amboy, NJ

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My names Amanda. I've owned hamsters, parakeets, a bunny, hermit crabs, kitties and a dog (a Bichon). I love playing and taking care of my pup. He's been with us for 8 years now! I currently have three kittens and a full grown kitty too!! I have experience from working with a pet care service and can give you contact...
Amanda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Michele S.


Staten Island, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Staten Island, NY Pet Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have a great love for all animals. I have owned and cared for dogs, cats, birds and hamsters since I was a child. I am available to care for your pets in your home, including walking, feeding, playing, administrating medication, or whatever is needed. I am a passionate animal advocate and I appreciate all species...
Michele can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Michele provided support & care to our aging mom while she was home & when hospitalized. During her time with us Michele was always punctual, she helped out with the household duties and showed a high level of professionalism & respect to our mom. Michele has...

Rose G.

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Abigail B.


Plainfield, NJ

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

I Love Dogs And Cats!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a few years of experience pet sitting for money. I also have a dog and cat of my own. They are truly a part of my family. I know how important your pets are to you as well, so I will treat them as if they were my own.
Abigail can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"She went above and beyond. She contacted us if she had any concerns at all and kept us up to speed. We felt very comfortable having her watch our pets and in our home. Super responsible and her love for animals is quite obvious!"

Alana R.

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Tina S.


Staten Island, NY

$17-19/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a dog lover my whole life and would care for your dog, in your absence and I would enjoy walking and playing with your dog. It would be a win-win for me and your pet! I have part time availability and I live on the south shore of SI.
Tina can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
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Eden G.


Sayreville, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Expert Fetch Player

Caring for my two pups is the best part of my day. I also enjoy pet sitting for friends and family when they go on vacation, and am looking forward to expanding my walking/petting/boarding services here on care. com. I am a recent college graduate who is trying my best to add some goodness to the world, one happy pet at a time....
Eden can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"I had to leave the state for a few days and I needed someone to watch my young puppy and cat. Eden was very professional and absolutely wonderful with pets, they took an immediate liking to her. Whenever I would ask for updates she was very punctual with her...

David R.

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Estelle G.


Somerset, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

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.
Estelle can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
"Estelle was absolutely wonderful. She was on time each day, sent daily messages and pictures of our cats, answered questions quickly and clearly, and watered all our plants too. She put us completely at ease leaving our cats in her hands. I'd 100% hire her again!"

Jessica N.

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Alison V.


East Brunswick, NJ

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Alison can also help with: Grooming, daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine & more
Hi my name Ashley. I have decade of years and background experience, caring for cats and dogs and fish of all kinds. I have taken care of pets in my own home, overnight or I have went back-and-forth to clients home per their request and care for the pet at their home. I'm open to all options in-home pet care, or travel, pet...
Ashley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"The way that Ashley cared for my 2 dogs while my family and I were away for a family vacation. She came , use the door code, feed, and walked both dogs. She cared for them as her own . We were able to see how she treated them via home security and also tracked that...

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Janel M.


Plainfield, NJ

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had the great pleasure to have 2 wonderful cats in my life since the young age of 3 to age 20. They brought much happiness and much laughter in me and my moms life until they passed a few years ago. About 3 months ago, I just got a toy size poodle dog which I absolutely love. She is 5months now and is very playful and...
Janel can also help with: Grooming, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking & more
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Helenanne L.


Piscataway, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover Here!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since I was a child I was drawn to any animal in need. As an adult I have taken in rescue animals of all kinds. I have special experience with parrots and currently have many in my home. I also have 2 rescued cats and one rescued rabbit. All of these animals came to me either from the street or from abusive and neglectful homes....
Helenanne can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine
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Kristina J.


Somerset, NJ

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Kristina, I hold a masters in fine arts. I've worked with kids from ages 5-15. I also have experience watching and caring for dogs for about 7 years. For 5 years, I worked as a counselor and specialist at a children's youth theatre camp. Our family has a 8yr old Bichon named Bella, she's everyones friend and is a NY...
Kristina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Our dog Teddy was in great hands with Kristina! She was punctual and kept in communication with me each time she was with Teddy and even sent us pics of him. She was very attentive to his needs and made sure to ask all the right questions to make sure she would...

Dina E.

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Gina P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood. I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job) Free of allergies from animal hair/dander In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"She have excellent combination of skills and high levels of integrity, she is hardworking ,and great at helping keep everything clutter-free,and pets happy."

Margeret S.

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Melissa B.


New Brunswick, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Lifetime Pet Lover Available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet owner with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming as well as ample activity such as running. I am also willing to provide home services if you are going out of town. I can stay with...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Alexandra P.


Berkeley Heights, NJ

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Pet-sitter/baby-sitter

I have been pet-sitting since I was 17 years old. Any pet, any size I am good with. I love animals. I will stay in the house with the pet(s) due to distance and/or if the pet(s) are better with that and if the owners are good with that as well. If not, I am willing to travel back and forth no matter how far or how often.
Alexandra can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Alex has cared for my pets and my home during my times away. She is caring, extremely conscientious, and a good communicator. I highly recommend her. "

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Laura C.


Watchung, NJ

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time

With a diverse professional background, I have been able to work with a variety of species for the last 10 years. Ranging from dogs/cats, amphibians, birds, equines, hoof stock, arachnids, mammals, reptiles, and aquatics have all been under my care in a zoological and private setting. I am very comfortable taking care of...
Laura can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Laura was excellent to deal with while i was on vacation with my family. She took care on my senior lab dog and i could not ask for better care! She was the perfect candidate and i would highly recommend using her for all types of long and short-term care!"

Colton Z.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have no paid pet care experience yet but I do have a dog of my own. I have had him for about 4 years. I love nearly any kind of animal and would love to learn how to care for more.
Fiorella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Pet Person if there ever was one! I have 2 guinea pigs in my apartment right now. I have had fish, gerbils, cats, and dogs in the past. I have experience with Pitbulls and other "aggressive" breeds that are misunderstood. I am comfortable with dogs and cats. I am willing and able to come to you so you don't have to worry...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Jazmina B.


Dunellen, NJ

$15/hr8 yrs exp

I Love Pets!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have two parrots and tree turtles. I love dogs to walk and play with them I like the cat they are very mysterious and lovely... I love every species the pets because everyone is special
Jazmina can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"Friendly and communicative. Will work together again."

Frank L.

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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Metuchen, NJ

Susan B.

5.0

I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even got me a back up when she is not available. I would recommend her.

- Mike L.

Rebecca M.

5.0

Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.

- Cynthia M.

Michele S.

5.0

Michele took great care of my elderly mother. Besides providing hands on care for my mom, Michele handled a lot of day-to-day tasks. Michele also helped take care of my mom's pet cat, which was very helpful to her.

- James M.

Abigail B.

5.0

She went above and beyond. She contacted us if she had any concerns at all and kept us up to speed. We felt very comfortable having her watch our pets and in our home. Super responsible and her love for animals is quite obvious!

- Alana R.

Eden G.

5.0

I had to leave the state for a few days and I needed someone to watch my young puppy and cat. Eden was very professional and absolutely wonderful with pets, they took an immediate liking to her. Whenever I would ask for updates she was very punctual with her response and I really felt like I had...

- David R.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Pet Care in Metuchen, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.