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60 pet care are listed in Oak Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Oak Ridge, NJ
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide sitting, walking, or just taking care of your pet while you are at work or will be gone for long periods of time or any other reason!! I am an avid animal lover. I have owned dogs all my life and currently have two 3-year-old black labs that are treated as good as I treat my children. They are part of our family....
Francine can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Fran has taken care of dogs pretty much her entire life. She is animal lover and currently has two black lab puppies. She is extremely reliable and punctual. She will take amazing care of your animals! She will go above and beyond any needs you may have. Highly...
Heather H.
5.0
(1)
I can provide dog sitting and walking at your own home. I have taken care of my own dogs all my life, in addition to walking dogs as a volunteer at a shelter near my college. I love dogs and would be more than happy to take care of your pup when you aren't able to be home!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very...
Francine H.
I have a dog of my own that I take care of everyday. I feed her, bathe her, and walk her. I am qualified to take care of pets.
Lauryn can also help with: Pet walking
Alexandria C.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student Located in Wayne, NJ Looking for Long Term Pet Sitting/Child Care Job
I love dogs and have experience working with them! I am currently going to school for vet tech.
Alexandria can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding
Courtney P.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello my name is Courtney and I love all kinds of animals. I have two dogs and three cats and I am very experienced with all kinds of animals. I am very patient and would love to give animals care and affection when they need it.
Courtney can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello,
I am a kind and caring women who knows first hand how important it is for our seniors to have the help they need. I have experience with caring for my own mother, my mother in law and spent 2 years tending to the needs of a friends mother. I am a friendly and active person with reliable transportation and a heart for...
I've had a lifelong love for animals, starting with owning pets throughout my childhood until the age of 12. While I haven't had pets of my own since then, I've gained valuable experience caring for dogs of all sizes and ages for family and friends. From small breeds like dachshunds to larger ones like pitbulls and Rottweilers,...
Mariangeles can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Loving owner of dogs my whole life! Currently have a perfect 1-year-old golden retriever puppy. Love spending time with dogs any chance there is!
Stefania can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Tracey G.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
I have 2 cats, a dog, and a macaques. I love all animals, and would love caring for yours when you can't be there.
Tracey can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Experienced pet owner will care for your pet like my own. Dependable
reliable
open communication
Will adhere to pet parents rules as to not have confusion between when pet parents are home and care taker is filling in.
Deborah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Lynnae G.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am an experienced dog walker/sitter, cat sitter, as well as dog owner. I am an animal lover and enjoy all types of animals! I am a biology major at Penn State and am looking for small jobs to supplement my job !
Lynnae can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding
I am a loving and caring dog lover! I have a small chihuahua mix for approximately 8 years. I have also taken care of family and friends furry babies.
Arelis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Melany C.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$20-22/hr
I have 5+ experience with dogs. I have a Norwegian elkhound since he was a pup, very playful and can be rough. I do have experience with naughty behavior with dogs !
Melany can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Brittany D.
Wharton, NJ
$17-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi!
I have had dogs and cats my whole life growing up. I have loved animals all of my life. I take my pets and others into my care as if they were my own. I make sure that they are always fully hydrated and well fed. I love to go on long walks and make sure that we always have lots of play time together! Choosing me will be the...
Brittany can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Brittany is great Loving kind
she is always on time
Is a blessing having her caring for the kids
Thank you Brittany"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and treat them as if they were my own! I have enjoyed pet sitting for my close family friends and neighbors while they are out on vacation or just in need of some help! I have cared for dogs, cats, bunnies, fish and even a lizard at one point. I am responsible and trustworthy. I will send you updates and pictures...
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Victoria was great with our dogs! She was so sweet and caring to them and spent some extra time with them, since she was just dropping in to let them out 3 times a day. She was very accommodating to our drop in time needs. Would highly recommend her to anyone...
Jordan M.
Stephanie B.
Rockaway, NJ
$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have had many pets of my own, I currently have 2 cats. I have 6 years of experience dog/cat sitting my neighbors and friends pets. I am currently in college so I am definitely missing my cats and don't want my love and fun to go to waste! I don't have experience with exotic/farm animals but provided that you give me clear...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"Hired her to watch my three cats and she was great with them. One is usually a handful but she knew how to handle it. Would recommend"
Justin H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...
Natalie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Natalie has a genuine love for animals. She does an amazing job taking care of our 2 year old golden mix Bayley. Natalie is very attentive to her needs and takes care of her as if Bayley was her own dog. Bayley greets her with lots of excitement and puppy kisses....
Kim M.
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm Rebecca and I'm a happy, reliable and active pet walker and sitter. I have two Australian shepherds, a cat and a lot of fish. My dogs are high energy and require a lot of work so I'm not shy to a high maintenance pet. I go above and beyond for my animals every single day and would do the same for yours. I love hiking and...
Rebecca can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking, boarding, dog training & more
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Most loving dog walker I met. She hikes my dogs with hers for as long or short as my dogs want to do that day. Then my dogs are at peace the rest of the day. Love her and so do my dogs. I mention her name and they start jumping around. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have grown up with dogs, cats, birds, and fish. Our family is definitely an animal loving family, so I am very familiar with taking care of animals. Dogs are generally my favorite especially going on walks, but I will take wonderful care of any animal. You can rest assured that your animals will have all the care they need...
Krystyn can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking
5.0
"I have a small dog with major separation anxiety. He absolutely LOVES Krystyn. He greets her like he’s known her forever! She comes a few times a week, she’s very reliable and so sweet to my fur baby! She is the first and only person who has ever been able to walk...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the biggest dog lover! I have been watching dogs on occasion since I was in middle school and old enough to walk my neighbor's dog around the block. I have always been an animal lover! I have watched neighbors, friends, family members dogs, and Care. com families. I have taken in dogs or stayed at their home, when they went...
Rachelle can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, dog training & more
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Oak Ridge, NJ
Francine H.
5.0
Fran has taken care of dogs pretty much her entire life. She is animal lover and currently has two black lab puppies. She is extremely reliable and punctual. She will take amazing care of your animals! She will go above and beyond any needs you may have. Highly recommend her!!
- Heather H.
Heather H.
5.0
Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very special love for animals. Not to long...
- Francine H.
Brittany D.
5.0
Brittany is great Loving kind
she is always on time
Is a blessing having her caring for the kids
Thank you Brittany
- Care member
Victoria J.
5.0
Victoria was great with our dogs! She was so sweet and caring to them and spent some extra time with them, since she was just dropping in to let them out 3 times a day. She was very accommodating to our drop in time needs. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter!
- Jordan M.
Stephanie B.
5.0
I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got with Mela and how well she listened to her. She took her on walks for me and fed her and played with her, I was really pleased with her extra effort...
- Natalia T.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Oak Ridge, NJ
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Oak Ridge, NJ?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.31 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
There are 13 pet care providers in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, NJ?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Oak Ridge, 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.