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60 pet sitters are listed in Metuchen, NJ

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 2 years

Pet sitters in Metuchen, NJ

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Svetlana M.


Metuchen, NJ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

5.0

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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 a happy and energetic person. She interacts very well with my dog Zosya. Zyosya always gets a lot of personal attention when she’s with Svetlana. My dog loves to play ball with her and is very comfortable around Svetlana. One time Svetlana even helped...

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Allison B.


Metuchen, NJ

$15-23/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am Aiden, and I would love to work with you! I have two cats and three fish, and have been walking/sitting dogs and cats for years! I am very pet friendly, and I volunteer at the local animal shelter when I have the time!
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Briel C.


Metuchen, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I have experience dog and cat sitting for multiple pets at a time. My family has a dog, 6 cats, and lots of fish. I also grew up around a bearded dragon, so my experience is vast! Please connect with me if I can be of service!
Briel can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
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Beatriz M.


Westfield, NJ

$22-23/hr4 yrs exp

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 walking, pet transportation
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! "

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Samantha L.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, grooming
5.0
"Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

Andrew B.

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Autumn H.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pet/Dog Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own. I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again."

Susan A.

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Elizabeth A.


Colonia, NJ

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

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 sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!"

Laura S.

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Kelly F.


Sayreville, NJ

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

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, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
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Bonded and insured

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands."

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Marlaina M.


Carteret, NJ

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable And Loving Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an animal lover with a couple years of experience caring for furry friends of all sizes and breeds. I'll treat your pup like my own, providing them with plenty of love, exercise, and playtime. I'm reliable, responsible, and flexible, and I'll always keep you updated on your pup's adventures. **Services:** Daily walks and...
Marlaina can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Marlaina is a very kind, caring and dependable caretaker! She has watched our dogs many times and is an so attentive to them. My dogs love her! I can enjoy my vacation knowing that they are with Marlaina!"

Kallie E.

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Susan B.


Edison, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

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: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, pet transportation & 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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Casey W.


Somerset, NJ

$23/hr10 yrs exp

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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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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.

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

Cynthia M.

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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 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.

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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: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
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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: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation & more
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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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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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
"I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and...

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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: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Absolutely recommend! She helped me out for multiple days while we were out of town. She provided regular updates, took great care of my pets, and was very easy to work with. She is responsible, caring, and attentive."

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Kathryn D.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Pet Enthusiast

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: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley P.


Bound Brook, NJ

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Pet-Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have pet sat for several years. It ranges from occasional visits to feed and walk the dogs to staying over night to care for the furry friends. I absolutely loves animals and have 3 dogs and a cat myself. I am currently working remotely and have a very open schedule! Looking forward to discussing potential job opportunities...
Ashley can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Ashley watched our three dogs on very short notice. She was reliable and took excellent care of our pooches. Ashley communicated well and sent us photos of our dogs. She followed all of our instructions perfectly. Highly recommend!"

Kimberly S.

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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Metuchen, 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!

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Beatriz M.

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!

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Samantha L.

5.0

Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.

- Andrew B.

Autumn H.

5.0

Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.

- Susan A.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

The most important thing for me was to find someone who would treat my sister like family and that’s what I’ve found with Liz. She’s reliable, prompt, gentle and engages my sister in activities and projects that help make her days fun and productive!

- Care member

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Ratings for Metuchen, NJ pet sitters listed on Care.com

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