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Lucia G.

Pet Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Well I have 2 dogs of my own in which I love so much. One is a female pit bull terrier who is 4 years old and acts like a big baby. And my second dog is a chihuahua mix and he is 9 years old in which he acts like his one of the big dog. I also have a cat in which she is 10 years old. She basically does her own things. I love to...
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College Grad Interested In Pet Care

Dunellen, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am a college grad with animal experience who can sit your pets in your own home. What I can offer to you and your pets is patience and a genuine love of animals. I have experience with dogs and cats mostly and am comfortable with walking, feeding, and grooming pets.
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Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
Administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
hello my name is shannel and I am an animal lover. I put down I have zero experience with animals but I do indeed have unprofessional experience. I have sitted and helped my family train their pets for a long period of my life. I come from a farm raised family so im sure your pets not as intimidating as you think! My family and...

Lewis F. says "Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very trustworthy and...

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Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
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$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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Fun Sitter/ Cat Lover And Doggies Too

Warren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and dog walkingI have owned pets my whole life and they are my world. I am Certified in Reiki I for pets and will complete my further training this year. Looking forward to meeting your beauties:))

Bernard S. says "Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!"

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Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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.
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Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Kelly B. says "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...

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Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 1 more
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...
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South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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ARCS DOGHOUSE CAREGIVING NJ

Piscataway, NJ

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
Hello! My name is Amanda! I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Dog Training, pet sitting, and pet walking. I train dogs and I also study pet nutrition. Getting my Red Cross Pet CPR certification. My whole life has been around animals especially dogs and cats. "Pets aren't our whole lives, but they make our lives...
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Pet Sitter For You

Bound Brook, NJ

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$16/hr
Administration of medicine
pet walking
I've watched dogs and cats for friends. I walk, feed, and clean up after animals. I have a gentle touch and I am a very patient person. I am calm with animals.
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Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi my name is Barbora, I have several years of experience cat & dog sitting. I also had a toy Maltese for 16 Years but she crossed the rainbow bridge this past April and I miss her very much. I would love to meet your family.
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Will Care Dogs Or Cats / Comfortable With Both!

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I've always had pets in my family, I own a cat but had dogs before as well , I'm pretty comfortable with them doesn't matter the size or breed. I know the difference between cats and dogs and how to treat and be around them. Im 25 years old and, I love sports and fitness in general. I'm an athlete in jiujitsu (martial art/sport)...
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Cranford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Philip and I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. I've personally raised and cared for many dogs throughout my 31 years of life, from energetic puppies to senior dogs, and everything in between. I'm comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes, and I've...
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Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and cats so much I have been walking, watching, and taking care of friends' and family members' pets for periods of up to a week since I've been in middle school! I am available everyday, except Tuesdays and Fridays, before 1:30 p.m. and most evenings.
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New Brunswick, NJ

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$13/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Hello! I am a dog and cat lover with plenty of experience sitting for my friends. I am also a wonderful pet owner to a kitten. I am responsible, timely, professional and overall have lots of energy to play with your pets. Please contact me!
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Bridget C.'s Photo

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am an all-around animal-lover, willing to care for any kind of pet, though my experience is primarily with cats and dogs. I have five rescues of my own (four cats, one dog), and have been a pet-sitter for many different breeds of dogs (from little ones - I have a crazy little chihuahua rescued from a highway - to giant...
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Pet Sitter

Piscataway, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and cats and I have experience caring for my own pets. I would be happy to meet you and your pet to see if my services are in line with what you need.
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Lively Dogg Sitter

Westfield, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Veronica and any dog I've met I have loved like my own! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more, I passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals, currently I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. I am an experienced sitter who you can...
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I Will Love And Care For Your Fluffy Four-legged Babies

Cranford, NJ

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi there! I am a very reliable, patient, and hardworking person who is educated and works remote as an editor for a living. I am looking for a way to earn extra money with one of my passions-enjoying the company of and caring for animals. I have years of experience loving and caring for my own cats and dogs, and I can help with...
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  • 60 cat sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent cat sitter reviews from local parents in Dunellen, NJ

Cat Sitters in Dunellen, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed cat sitters

Shannel S.

Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very...

- Lewis F.

Kathleen D.

Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!

- Bernard S.

Casey W.

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...

- Kelly B.

FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Dunellen, NJ

Hiring a cat sitter near you in Dunellen, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $16.50 per hour as of November, 2025. This rate will vary depending on the level of care you need for your cat, the number of cats you have, and the total amount of hours or days your cat sitter will need to come to your home. Some cat sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested.

You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Dunellen, NJ. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 2 cat sitters in Dunellen, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

The best cat sitters near you in Dunellen, NJ have a combination of experience and passion for cat care. Ask questions about the types of pets they have personally owned and how often they are currently cat sitting. Because cats behave differently than dogs, make sure to ask questions that are specific to cat behaviors and tendencies. It's also a good idea to give specific scenarios to the cat sitter you're speaking to so you can have a good idea of how they will treat your cat when they are in your home. Be sure to ask for references from other cat parents in Brooklyn that have worked with the sitter of your preference.

It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Dunellen, NJ if you take the necessary precautions such as researching their qualifications, conducting interviews and requesting references from previous clients. You should also ensure that they carry adequate insurance coverage just in case something unexpected happens while they’re caring for your pet. Finally, be sure to communicate clearly with your cat sitter about any specific needs or routines your pet may have so they can provide the best possible care while you’re away.

When looking for a cat sitter near you in Dunellen, NJ, you can find cat sitters with a wide variety of experience. Many cat sitters are passionate about working with animals and have years of experience caring for cats in both professional and personal settings. You can review different cat sitter profiles on Care.com to learn more about their different experience levels.

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