Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Paterson, NJ
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Find pet sitters in Paterson, NJ that you’ll love
60 pet sitters are listed in Paterson, NJ
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Paterson, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an animal lover and mom to 3 fur babies. I have experience with puppies through seniors, and 3 lbs to 103 lbs. Available for walks, drop ins and pet / house sitting in your home. I will take care of your fur family like I do my own.
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds at ease. Kathleen truly went above and beyond for our two dogs with play time, photos, and update. We can't wait to have her...
Nicholas I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
Sunmi can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I have a broad history of taking care of pets including house sitting to make sure they are well taken care of, walked, fed and played with. I can take them to the park, pick them up where they are. I am also willing to take them to the vet or to get a bath. I love animals and have a very flexible schedule to work around the...
Margaret can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Carolyn C.
Saddle River, NJ
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Carolyn. I am a college student planning on becoming a vet. I love animals and have cared for dogs, cats, ferrets, bunnies, hamsters, Guinea pigs and other rodents. I would love to have the opportunity to care for your little one. I can help with pet sitting, walking, and transportation.
Carolyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Carolyn took amazing care of my 3 cats while I was away for a week. She fed them exactly as instructed and I came home to 3 very happy kitties!"
Aimee J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Please do not send me booking requests. I do not use payment from the site. Please message me first. Thanks:
I have been pet sitting for 15 years. I am comfortable with staying the night at your place to watch your animals for weekend getaways or during the week if it is close to my full time job. I am comfortable with...
5.0
"It was a pleasure having Deanna pet sit while I vacationed out of town for the weekend. She's professional, kind, and a great communicator. I'd definitely hire her again!"
Keisha D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jasmine ! I have had a dog for 8 years ! I grew up with 5 dogs , 11 birds, 11 fishes, 2 turtles all at the same time! I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I own at the moment a Yorki/chihuahua female dog name Hazel who's 8 years old! I love animals , they literally are my children! Can't...
Jasmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."
Kim B.
5.0
(1)
Hi I am mila, a Pet lover. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I had experience with dogs, cats and different domestic animals. I love animals of all sizes, ages and hairs (shaggy, curly, soft and tangled)all of them.
Maria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced pet owner and walker. For four years, I've sat for a large dog in Montclair. My responsibilities included walks, feeding and staying at the house while the family was away on vacation. I'll be able to do mornings, lunch visits, evenings, and everything in between. I'll give your pet the 1:1 attention he or she...
Francine can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by sending pictures or just an overview summary of how Brody was doing. Brody was in excellent hands with...
Jenifer C.
5.0
(1)
My first priority is providing a supervised and safe environment for your pets. I have 2 years of paid experience in dog walking and pet sitting, in addition to helping with friends and family's pets since high school. I have a car and can help with pet transportation as needed. I work remotely and have a flexible schedule that...
Mary can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Mary is the best! Always punctual and communicative, she has helped us out multiple times with walking and sitting. I have a senior dog with arthritis and she is very in tune with his needs (somedays he can walk farther than others) and sends me updates which I...
Sondra S.
5.0
(1)
I have over 3 years experience in dog walking, as well as dog sitting and cat sitting. I love taking care of any dog, from energetic puppy to sleepy elder, and have plenty of experience in administering medicine.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"I highly recommend Grace. She is great with dogs, responsible, friendly, punctual and responsive. Grace took care of my dog, Oreo, for close to two years. She walked Oreo on a regular basis and also stayed with her (in my home) when I was out of town. It gave me...
Deborah R.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I provide pet-sitting and dog walks in your home, where your animals are happiest. Overnight sitting available, cat and small animal care, and of course, dog walking! I am an animal shelter director with over 12 years of experience and the proud mama of a wonderful gang of rescued cats.
Bonded and insured.
Cheryl can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Cheryl G. is a total professional and has taken care of our cats for years. Totally recommend her!!!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
-- I have 5 reviews under the "All" tab within the RECOMMENDATIONS section of this site. Can also provide references.
-- Flexible beyond hours listed, so let's talk and see if we're a fit! :)
Happily provided professional pet CARE for over 10 years. (This does not include the care I provided my many pets for over 40 years!)...
Cerona can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Cerona has been a trusted caregiver for my family for 10 years. I always have complete confidence that my loved ones and my home are in the finest hands with Cerona. She goes above and beyond the basics to provide the best care possible. She is reliable,...
Jill N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide dog sitting in your home I also dog walk . ! I am the mom of 3 dogs I love animals ! I will play with your dog and treat them like my own ! I rescued 2 of my dogs ! I could care for any type of animal you have I love them all ! Thank you
Janine can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I was referred to Janine for pet care from a family in my town that was very pleased with her service ( pet care) while they were on vacation...so i hired Janine for my families 5 day vacation to Florida and was extremely happy....with the care our beloved pets...
Suzanne R.
Nana A.
Emerson, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide any pet sitting in your own home. I have 10+ years of experience. I love pets of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Nana can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, dog training, boarding & more
4.9
(18)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the Veterinary field since February 2012. I was a vet assistant to all types, sizes & personalities of dogs & cats for 4 years. In May 2016 I became a vet tech at another animal hospital that also sees exotic pets ranging from birds to small mammals to reptiles. I also have dog daycare experience. I...
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, boarding
5.0
"Michelle watched our dog when we were out of the country for an entire 2 weeks for our honeymoon. She took the absolute best care of our dog baby! She kept in touch daily with pictures and updates. She was there every single time we asked her to be to care 100% for...
Amanda L.
Kristin P.
Oakland, NJ
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience dog sitting and dog walking. I care for sick dogs.
Kristin can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Hi, I'm Chloe. I'm 18 years old and have experience working with several animals. I worked at a dog daycare and an animal shelter, as well as a horse stable. I have experience mostly with dogs, cats, horses, chickens, and small animals (such as guinea pigs), but can take care of other animals too. I'm very gentle and kind with...
Chloe can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I'm Maria L., I'm 25 years old, I'm from Brazil, since I was little I have a great love for animals in general, since I was little I've always had a dog at home, and I've always liked to help the animals they needed, at the moment I have a dog who lives with my sister in Brazil, who is super polite and trained! I'm a calm,...
Maria Luiza can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
I am a caregiver and grew up with pet lover family. I am flexible with the hours and more than willing to take orders according to your preference.
Jasmin can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Laura V.
Teaneck, NJ
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
8 years experience pet care, walking/sitting/ boarding in both NJ and NY .
10+ years babysitting experience
Laura can also help with: Boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Paterson, NJ
Kathleen L.
5.0
Kathleen was absolutely incredible. Our first care.com experience and she was punctual, reliable, and capable-completely putting our minds at ease. Kathleen truly went above and beyond for our two dogs with play time, photos, and update. We can't wait to have her back!
- Nicholas I.
Carolyn C.
5.0
Carolyn is amazing with my two pups. They are still puppies and learning, one is a little anxious and easily scared. BOTH warmed up to Carolyn in no time. She is dependable and trustworthy with such a calm energy.
- Autumn W.
Deanna P.
5.0
Deanna was our pet sitter for our rescue greyhound who does not easily take to people outside of our family. She always arrived early or right on time and did not cancel any dates with us.
From the first meeting she was gentle and caring for our dog. Our dog felt very comfortable with her from the...
- Michele S.
Jasmine F.
5.0
Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her.
- Kim B.
Francine M.
5.0
Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by sending pictures or just an overview summary of how Brody was doing. Brody was in excellent hands with Francine. Highly recommend!
- Jenifer C.
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Paterson, NJ
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Paterson, NJ?
Hiring a pet sitter in Paterson, NJ will cost an average of $18.60 per hour as of January, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Paterson that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Paterson, NJ can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Paterson. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 10 pet sitters in Paterson, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.