Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in New Brunswick, NJ
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Find pet care in New Brunswick, NJ that you’ll love
60 pet care are listed in New Brunswick, NJ
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in New Brunswick, NJ
Sarai Keren B.
New Brunswick, NJ
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I provide dog and babysitting in your own home. I love love dogs of all sizes and ages. I have a Siberian Husky, and they& apos; re a hand full so I& apos; m prepared for anything. If asked, I can also perform baths and light grooming. As for kids, I have 7 older sisters who each and all have kids , I have always been their...
Sarai Keren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Aoife K.
New Brunswick, NJ
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Aoife and I am currently a Junior at Rutgers University. For as long as I can remember I have always loved animals. This passion for pets is what sparked my becoming a pet sitter. I started pet sitting in middle school when neighbors would go on vacation, I would feed their cat and fish. In my home growing up we have...
Aoife can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Miranda and I love long walks and animals of all types. I would love to help you out with your furry friends.
Miranda can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
(5)
I can help with Pet Sitting, Dog walking and some basic grooming. As a kid I always wanted to play with the biggest dog. I was never afraid of the biggest scariest dog in town. I've walked and cared for various dogs and they always feel good around me. The small dogs always tend to jump in my lap even though it's the first time...
Svetlana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
"Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is good with her! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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
Samantha L.
Somerset, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 walking, pet sitting
Estelle G.
Somerset, NJ
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 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 is a wonderful, dependable pet sitter. She was my cat sitter on a recurring basis for the past 2 years. Estelle was always on time, sent plenty of pictures and videos from each visit, and followed my instructions very closely. She always called or texted to...
Anastasiya K.
5.0
(1)
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 sitting, pet walking, 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.
Amanda R.
Perth Amboy, NJ
$10-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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
Fiorella F.
Dunellen, NJ
$15-21/hr
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog.
I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Casey W.
Somerset, NJ
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with animals for over 10 years as a walker and pet-sitter for small to large breeds. I have experience caring for disabled pets as well as those displaying behavioral problems. In addition, I am dog and cat CPR-certified; and as a Certified Nursing Assistant, am able to administer medication. I believe I am...
Casey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Casey went above and beyond taking care of our cat for 8 days. Our cat had recently gone through numerous health complications and we were hesitant to leave her. When we left, she was still on several medications and was refusing to eat. Casey stayed with her every...
Kelly B.
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(3)
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, daily feeding, boarding, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
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.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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
"Gina is enthusiastic and energetic, a breath of fresh air! Always offers to do anything I need! I love her but my dog loves her more! One of the best!"
Linda H.
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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, grooming, boarding
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."
Cynthia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for pets my entire life. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
Cassidy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I am going on almost four years of experience working with children, ages from infant-Preschool. I have worked at a couple of different daycares.
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently own a Yellow Lab, Tuxedo cat and a goldfish. Our previous pets included a Rottweiler and yellow tabby cat. I have a family of animal lovers and we are surrounded by neighborhood pets we help out with including a Husky/Black Lab mix, Chihuahua, and domestic cats. I am very comfortable with animals and enjoy caring for...
Maria can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he prefers it there! Completely dependable. Maria has been a caregiver for my dog since he was a little puppy,...
Wendy M.
5.0
(1)
I am a teacher during the school year but during summers, evenings and some weekends, I tutor in a variety of subjects. Elementary, middle school and ESL. Adult ed. I have many pets of my own and being oriented towards science, not too many pets phase me.
I am willing to do odd jobs and help for a few hours with short term...
Andrea can also help with: Pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in New Brunswick, NJ
Svetlana M.
5.0
Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is good with her!
- Care member
Estelle G.
5.0
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 would be fine as tropical storm Ida came rolling through New Jersey. Mikko was a very happy cat when I came back (he is kind of a sensitive scared...
- Lisa 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.
Casey W.
5.0
Casey went above and beyond taking care of our cat for 8 days. Our cat had recently gone through numerous health complications and we were hesitant to leave her. When we left, she was still on several medications and was refusing to eat. Casey stayed with her every night, administered all of her...
- Kelly B.
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.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in New Brunswick, NJ
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in New Brunswick, NJ?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $16.24 per hour as of March 2025. 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.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in New Brunswick, NJ?
There are 42 pet care providers in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick 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.
What types of pet care services can I find in New Brunswick, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in New Brunswick, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in New Brunswick, NJ?
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 New Brunswick, 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.
What pet care services are available near me in New Brunswick, NJ?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in New Brunswick, 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.