Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Piscataway, NJ
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60 pet care are listed in Piscataway, NJ
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
Pet care in Piscataway, NJ
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: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
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.
Rilma V.
Clark, NJ
$15-18/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am available to stay with pet overnight and my experience come from helping my neighbors with pets. I also rescued a couple of dogs.
Rilma can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Rilma is very kind and does a great job! She did an excellent job cleaning and we look forward to working with her again!"
Former Member A.
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
3.0
(1)
I love animals, I currently have one cat and at the present time I'm house sitting for a family with 2 birds and 2 cats. Although I don't own a dog, I have a number of friends that have dogs and I feel very comfortable taking care of them.
5.0
(1)
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: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone,
I have a French bulldog which I take every weekend for walk to play in Duke park. If your dog is bored at home and you would like to for them to have some exercise please book your spot with me. can ONLY accommodate small and friendly dogs up to 30 Ibs. adventure always takes about 2h and I will pick up and...
Anna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
"Anna has worked for our family for years. She is quiet, unassuming, respectful, hardworking, and very reliable. I was very lucky to have been able to depend on her when I was recovering from the birth of my two younger children, and later barely keeping up with...
Care member
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, administration of medicine, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."
Cynthia M.
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: Grooming, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
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.
Beatriz M.
Westfield, NJ
$22-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!
I'm an experienced babysitter looking for a full-time starting in August.
I have experiences with newborns and multiple kids at the same time.
I'm a very responsible, caring and trustworthy person and look forward to find a great family to work with.
During my longest experience, I worked for the same family for 2...
Beatriz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"I highly recommend Beatriz as a nanny/care giver. She is extremely trustworthy and responsible. My 3.5 year old son and 2 year old daughter absolutely adore her.
She is very reliable, caring and active. A family would be very lucky to have her! "
Care member
Marlenis R.
New Brunswick, NJ
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Marlenis. Short story, in 2013,
I met a wonderful family. She found me in care. com ask me to take care of her 6 girls. After 2 year they left to California and came back in a year and bought a farm house. Dose 4 year was my best experience because she had dogs, cat, goats, and a donkey. She travels most of...
Marlenis can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
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 walking, pet transportation
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, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Svetlana is super
Friendly with dogs - and dogs love her… I’m a pet groomer and Svetlana helps me sometimes… she is flexible and ready to help…🤩 you’re not be disappointed 👍"
Care member
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
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 sitting, pet walking
Estelle G.
Somerset, NJ
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Formally worked at animal hospitals as a Veterinary Technician assisting in appointments as well as in surgery. Currently enrolled at Rutgers University studying Pre-Vet Animal Science. Worked at Murray Hill Veterinary Associates as a full-time veterinary technician and at Lexington Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician and...
Stephanie can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Stephanie takes excellent care of my Great Dane and cat while away. I trust her completely. Very caring, Highly recommend.
"
Linda S.
Kristina J.
Somerset, NJ
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"
Laura S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had dogs my entire life; most recently my beautiful black lab Lucy was a great family dog, who passed away at 15; if you want someone to treat your dog as if you were there; im your guy :)
David can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"We are so very thankful for David!!! We needed a dog walker 4 days per week for our new puppy for the last 3 months, and David was extremely reliable, caring, and punctual. Charley loved his daily hour with David and we are so appreciative. We no longer need...
Kristen S.
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Piscataway, NJ
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.
Rilma V.
5.0
Rilma is very kind and does a great job! She did an excellent job cleaning and we look forward to working with her again!
- Former Member A.
Laura C.
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.
Anna K.
5.0
Anna has worked for our family for years. She is quiet, unassuming, respectful, hardworking, and very reliable. I was very lucky to have been able to depend on her when I was recovering from the birth of my two younger children, and later barely keeping up with newborn care, a job, and having all...
- Care member
Rebecca M.
5.0
Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.
- Cynthia M.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Piscataway, NJ
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Piscataway, NJ?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $17.76 per hour as of February 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 Piscataway, NJ?
There are 38 pet care providers in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway 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 Piscataway, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Piscataway, 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.