Find Trusted Pet Care Near Me in Sussex, NJ
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Find pet care in Sussex, NJ that you’ll love
60 pet care are listed in Sussex, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby pet care is 2 years
What others are saying about pet care in Sussex, NJ
Needed someone last min to watch my two dogs. Carolyn saved the day. We will definitely be using her again!
Review for Carolyn J. by Care member
She was marvelous. Took really good care of our dog.
Review for Lorraine T. by Care member
Always on time, good with scheduling and overall great person and super helpful. Very passionate and good with details and adjusting to…
Review for Arianna W. by Care member
Pet care in Sussex, NJ
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a cat mom, and former dog mom. I have experience with kittens thru senior cats, and puppies thru senior dogs. I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Care and dog walking, litterbox care, drop in visits. Dependable, mature, conscientious. AAS degree Graduate of vet tech school. I had a long career in equine care. I am...
Carolyn can also help with: Daily feeding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Carolyn did a great job watching out for my 2 cats while I was on vacation. She messaged me updates and loved my cats like her own. I would definitely hire her again. "
Suzy C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to take care of dogs and cats I have 2 years experience , small, medium, and big dogs are great, I love to walk with them too. I have my own dogs and cats also. I can do weekends and overnights and if you go on vacation that is no problem. I take care of 2 English Bulldogs since December 2020 . I also care for a...
Lorraine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"She was marvelous. Took really good care of our dog. "
Care member
I provide dog and cat care. I have two cats, although right now they live with my parents as my apartment doesn't allow them. I cared for them for several years. My whole life my parents have had dogs (German Shepherds and one mutt) that I helped take care of.
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Growing up, I always had dog(s) and cat(s) in my home. I have taken care of friend's and family's pets as well as my own 2 cats for 3. 5 years. Although I do not currently have any pets, I am compassionate and professional towards all animals and am willing to learn the best way to provide for your furry friend!
Amber can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I have around three years of experience in dog walking and sitting and also taking care of smaller farm animals as well. I love animals and am willing to do overnight housesitting with pets depending on scheduling.
Ariana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Carlona H.
Sussex, NJ
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi my name is Carlona. I am a Filipino. I am a pet lover with years of experience. when I was young I had a dog and a cat, where I gained experience through caring them and working as a pet sitter. I am passionate about animal welfare and dedicated to providing living care for pets. I have a natural affinity for animals and...
Carlona can also help with: Boarding, pet walking
Emily C.
Sussex, NJ
$15-30/hr
Hello!! My name is Emily and i'm a college student looking for work!! I love animals and I have lifelong experience with reptiles, dogs, cats, and fish! I'm currently available Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays due to school but come May I'll be free Monday-Friday! :)
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
Brianna F.
Sussex, NJ
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have had dogs all my life and my sister has cats along with friends. I have worked at many barns around horses, cats, dogs, chickens, goats and more and I love them all.
Hi everyone, my name is Paige! A little about me is that I am a recent graduate from Penn State with a bachelors degree in Journalism. I'm interested in dog/cat walking or sitting since I love animals. I have always had and cared for cats and dogs my entire life. I look forward to meeting your furry friends!
Paige can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Elizabeth D.
Sussex, NJ
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Love animals and would love to help out!!! Playing with them feeding water walking. Let me know what your needs are.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Barbara L.
Sussex, NJ
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 2 cats that I care for. Feed them, clean litter box and pet and care for them.
I'd describe my personality as a caring person. I like people and animals. Help when needed
I like working with animals because cats are easy to care for.
I'm looking for a job that I could help a family by looking after their home and also...
Alexis S.
Sussex, NJ
$18-25/hr
I am a dog lover! I have grown up with large breed dogs and currently have a German Shepherd who is 3 years old. I used to volunteer at the Wantage dog shelter and loved it. I am very comfortable with animals.
Alexis can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Arianna. I am young and full of energy. Growing up 1 of 8 watching and caring for my younger siblings created a passion for helping children grow and learn. I have helped many families and treated their kids like my own siblings Helping them through milestones, learning and having fun. I would love to have the...
Arianna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Always on time, good with scheduling and overall great person and super helpful. Very passionate and good with details and adjusting to situations. Would hire again anytime! "
Care member
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am 25. I have two dogs and have grown up around all types of animals. I can provide overnight care, light cleaning, walking, and play time. I often volunteer to walk dogs with the human society near my home and I love to meet new pets!
Shannon can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I'm here to help take care of your pets if needed . I've taken care of many different breeds of dogs and cats with all different personalities, I've had ferrets guinea pigs birds an iguana and the list goes on so as you can see I love all animals . I myself have 2 Pit-bull dogs, one female and one male. And 1 cat that I rescued...
Christine can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
Hi I would love to watch and walk ur friendly pet take good care of them give them water if needed walked if needed whatever the job is I can do it and do it professionally no complaints I have my own place I do not drive at the moment also I have a 7-year-old son love animals and is very playful
Shaneda can also help with: Boarding, grooming, pet sitting, pet walking
Sara M.
Port Jervis, NY
$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced pet owner and care taker. I provide and in home experience for your animals for those looking for options other then traditional boarding. I also provide doggy day care, dog walking services, and 30 or 60 min pop in potty breaks at your home.
Sara can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
I grew up surrounded with animals so I understand pets are more than animals. They are part of the family.
I'm currently retired and have plenty of time. I walk a dog in the morning and feed and walk in the evening.
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I am a stay at home mom who also home schools an amazing 14-year-old daughter. I love all animals and my daughter takes after me. She is a talented equine rider as well! Non smoker and I will take care and love your fur baby like I do my own!
Mary can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
My name is Margarita and I love animals! With 10+ years of experience, I consider myself to be very focused, hardworking, and fun. I have two cats of my own, and have experience in caring for big and small dog breeds. I can find a way around a very stubborn and hard to handle dog as much as I can handle a very active and happy...
Margarita can also help with: Administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, daily feeding & more
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Sussex, NJ
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Sussex, NJ?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $18.17 per hour as of May 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 Sussex, NJ?
There are 12 pet care providers in Sussex, 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 Sussex 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 Sussex, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Sussex, 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 Sussex, 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 Sussex, NJ?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Sussex, 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 Sussex, 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 Sussex, 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 Sussex, 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 Sussex, NJ?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Sussex, 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.
Ratings for Sussex, NJ pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Care in Sussex, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed pet care.