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Elizabeth A.

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs, cats, birds and fish, my whole life. In 2023, I had to say goodbye to my fur baby Lucky, who turned 18 years. Lucky was my pride and joy. I've had him since he was 6 weeks old and I couldn't have...

Care Member says "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,...

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Rosette H.'s Photo

Colonia, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been pet sitting on and off for a few years now. I have owned both cats and dogs and I'm comfortable around them. I have also been around birds and I'm comfortable taking care of them as well.
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Staten Island, NY Pet Lover!

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi there! I have a great love for all animals. I have owned and cared for dogs, cats, birds and hamsters since I was a child. I am available to care for your pets in your home, including walking, feeding, playing, administrating medication, or whatever is needed. I am a passionate animal advocate and I appreciate all species...

James M. says "Michele took great care of my elderly mother. Besides providing hands on care for my mom, Michele handled a lot of day-to-day tasks. Michele also helped...

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Love Animals

Hillside, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a pure animal lover and would love to care for your pet(s). I would treat your best friend, as I would treat your child/children. I would make sure there bowls are clean, feed them fresh food and water, scoop litter, walk and play with them. I would clean out the bird cage and remove the trash on my way out. If any special...

Luz M. says "Tamisha was reliable, professional, very communicative and took great care of my birds while I was away. Will definitely be in touch with her again."

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Melissa S.'s Photo

Elizabeth, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello my name is melissa I am 35 years old. I do not have any kids at the moment, but it's in my near future. I love children, baking and am an animal lover. I have many nieces and nephews that I have helped raise. I am reliable, compassionate and understanding. I have experience working with up to 3 children. I am only...

Care Member says "10/10 ! She is the most patient and attentive caregiver. I absolute adore Melissa’s attention to detail when it comes to my child. Book her now! "

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Laura C.'s Photo

Part Time

Watchung, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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...

Colton Z. says "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...

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Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
Since I was a child I was drawn to any animal in need. As an adult I have taken in rescue animals of all kinds. I have special experience with parrots and currently have many in my home. I also have 2 rescued cats and one rescued rabbit. All of these animals came to me either from the street or from abusive and neglectful homes....
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Pet Bird Cage Maintenance

Piscataway, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I provide pet bird cage maintenance services. I've had pet birds in the last 10+ years and clean their cages regularly using safe and pet friendly products. I also change their water and food on a daily basis and regularly give them a shower. Let me know what you need help with. Take care of your birds like you take care...
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Joann C.'s Photo

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
I have a great deal of personal experience with all kinds of animals. I have had dogs, cats, birds, fish and turtles. When friends go on vacation I have watched chinchillas to pot belly pigs, as well as dogs, cats and birds. I worked in an animal clinic and truly care about the well-being of the wonderful fur family members...
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Pet Sitter

Westfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have taken care of various pets, from dogs and cats to hamsters and birds. I have always had two cats since birth and have to take care of them everyday, whether it be feeding them, cleaning up after them or even taking them to the vet.
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Animal Loving Girl!

Union, NJ

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I can take care of all animals. I took care of 2 german shepherds, cats, fish and birds. I am friendly and send pictures to your pet! I can give references.
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Stephania R.'s Photo

Elizabeth, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
I've been around animals my entire life! I've had dogs since I was 3 years old, and I'm now 30. I've cared for cats, dogs, birds, chickens, fish, and even parrots at my family's farm in Colombia. I truly understand animal behavior, and I care for pets with love, patience, and attention to their emotional and physical needs. I...
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Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Rachel and I'm a clinical psychology doctoral student at Rutgers University New Brunswick. I have several years of pet sitting experience and have cared for cats, dogs, and birds. I am organized and responsible as well as friendly, patient, and flexible! In pet care I prioritize pet health and safety but also...
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Elizabeth P.'s Photo

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have owned pets all my life & quite the variety of them. From dogs & cats to fish & reptiles to birds & rodents. I have owned and/or taken care of a wide range of animals. I worked at a pet store for over two years, specifically in the aquatics & reptile department so I have extensive knowledge on most animals in that category...
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Pet Care

Clark, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a huge animal lover. I have rescued 4 baby squirrels, 3 baby bunnies, a Robin, a Grackle and 4 baby Sparrows. I own 1 cat now. My second one passed way a year ago. It was a very difficult loss. I have only watched 1 dog one time for 4 days. The dog was blind, so I was worried it would be very challenging for everyone...
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Isabelle D.'s Photo

Parlin, NJ

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Isabelle, and I'm a lifelong animal lover with over 3 years of experience as a veterinary technician. I've had pets my whole life-from dogs and cats to reptiles and birds-and I'm currently an Animal Science student at Rutgers University, working toward a future in nursing care and farm life. I also have hands-on...
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Me + Pets

Roselle, NJ

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I grew up with pets all my life and if you know me, you know I am an animal lover! I am a big dog person, however i've had dogs of all sizes, cats, birds, fish, and a snake.
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Reliable Pet Sitter

Summit, NJ

from
$18/hr
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Sydney and I'm a 20-year-old college student from Summit, NJ. I have cared for three dogs from infancy, fish, and birds. I am very gentle, lively, respectful, and reliable. I am available from May 25th to August 8th; I will let you know of any conflicts well in advance!
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Giovanna D.'s Photo

Maplewood, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
Besides my personal experience inside of my house, with a dogs, birds and guinea pig, over here I take care of two cute dogs, I walk with them, play, feed, give bath and try to teach some commands. They turn out to be my my friends.
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  • 60 bird sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated bird sitters is 5.0

Recent bird sitter reviews from local parents in Colonia, NJ

Bird Sitters in Colonia, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed bird sitters

Elizabeth A.

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...

- Care member

Michele S.

Michele took great care of my elderly mother. Besides providing hands on care for my mom, Michele handled a lot of day-to-day...

- James M.

Tamisha W.

Tamisha was reliable, professional, very communicative and took great care of my birds while I was away. Will definitely be in touch with...

- Luz M.

FAQ for finding bird sitters near you in Colonia, NJ

A bird sitter can act as a babysitter for your pet bird. They can make sure your bird has enough fresh food and water. They can also play with them and clean their cages. The bird sitter may need to administer medicine if that’s something your bird requires. When hiring a bird sitter near you in Colonia, NJ, it’s important you interview them and make sure you’re on the same page about what types of responsibilities you need them to take on.

Hiring a bird sitter near you in Colonia, NJ costs an average of $16.67 per hour as of August, 2025. Bird sitter rates will vary depending on where you live, how many birds require care, and the types of services you may need. Bird sitters may also choose to charge a fixed day rate for their services.

You can use Care.com to help you find a bird sitter near you by filtering and sorting local bird sitter profiles by distance from Colonia. You can compare bird sitter options near you by reading about their experience and the types of services they offer. You can even read reviews from other bird owners.

While we strongly recommend you do your own research (such as conducting an independent background check and interviews) before hiring anyone to come into your home to care for your pet birds, we do ask all bird sitters on Care.com to complete a background check called a Care Check. If a provider near you in Colonia, NJ completes this background check, there will be a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.

You can use Care.com to search for more general pet sitters and bird sitters. You can also look for bird sitters that specialize in certain types of birds such as an exotic bird sitter or parrot sitter. If you own farm animals such as ducks or chickens, you can also look for specialized care. The type of caregivers available in your area can vary near you in Colonia, NJ.

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