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Pet sitters in Watchung, NJ

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Isabelle F.


Watchung, NJ

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a creative, patient and reliable person who loves dogs! I adore dog sitting and getting to meet your furry loved ones! I have dog sat for three dogs at a time last summer, I enjoy taking them on walks and keeping them active! I have a shih tzu of my own and have been surrounded by many doggies all my life. I would be...
Isabelle can also help with: Boarding
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Samantha L.


Clark, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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 transportation, grooming, pet walking
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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Svetlana M.


Metuchen, NJ

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

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 walking, pet sitting, grooming
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 👍"

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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: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming, administration of medicine
5.0
"Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."

Cynthia M.

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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: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking & more
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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
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"I have known Casey most of my life, she is dependable and responsible. I would trust her with my pup any time! "

Britney B.

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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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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: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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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 transportation, pet sitting, 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! "

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Stephanie G.


Berkeley Heights, NJ

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Animal Care Giver/Pet sitter

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 walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

5.0
"She is extremely passionate about her job and loves all animals."

Paige M.

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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
"She have excellent combination of skills and high levels of integrity, she is hardworking ,and great at helping keep everything clutter-free,and pets happy."

Margeret S.

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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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 walking, pet sitting
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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: Pet transportation, boarding, administration of medicine, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Bonded and insured

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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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 walking, pet sitting
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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: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"She is reliable. I am very comfortable leaving her with my dog. My dog is always happy and excited to see her so I feel that speaks for itself."

Marybeth C.

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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: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Alex has cared for my pets and my home during my times away. She is caring, extremely conscientious, and a good communicator. I highly recommend her. "

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Do you have a vacation planned? Well I'd be happy to house/pet sit for you! I have pet sat on and off for many years for family friends. I used to have a dog, but recently lost her and I miss being around a furry, loving animal. I will not only do the job, but will enjoy every second of it! *please reach out for availability
Bianca can also help with: Pet sitting
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Danielle B.


Plainfield, NJ

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a responsible, reliable, and friendly dog owner and pet sitter located in Central New Jersey. I am open to traveling to New York City for overnight stays as well. I have been the go-to pet sitter for those in my circle for over 15 years and have experience with a variety of dog breeds, cats, birds, and fish. I...
Danielle can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming
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Alyssa K.


Garwood, NJ

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Alyssa . I am 19 studying animal science in the Pre-veterinary track at UMass Amherst. I am looking for any pet sitting. I'm also available for dog walking. I've had animals since I was a child, and have worked in a professional setting with animals. I am a huge animal lover! Looking forward to hearing from you!
Alyssa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Ashley K.


Mountainside, NJ

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Dog Care

In home dog boarding, house sitting, dog walking, pet taxi based in mountainside
Ashley can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:

Bonded and insured

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Recent pet sitter reviews from local pet parents in Watchung, NJ

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.

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!

- Care member

Rebecca M.

5.0

Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond.

- Cynthia M.

Casey W.

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 night, administered all of her...

- Kelly B.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Very caring and responsible individual, reliable and trustworthy!

- Laura S.

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