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Energetic and reliable pet sitter in the NYC area. Willingness to take care of walk and or groom dogs and or cats. Driving to home is not an issue
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, grooming
5.0
(1)
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.
Lily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
Sarah C.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've done therapy work with traumatized dogs, pet-sitting, and owned two cats before as well as two dogs.
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I can provide excellent loving attentive care for your pet or pets. I understand that pets are like family or children so I understand the importance of a reliable pet sitter. I can do a background check and provide great references. I am a long term owner of pets. My cat who was 16 passed away last year. I have an 11 and...
Victoria can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine
Courtney R.
New York, NY
$5-15/hr
5.0
(1)
I adore animals. I think I like them more than people! I currently have two fur babies at home but have experience working at a dog daycare as well. I've cared for animals doing anything from bathing dogs at work to dog walking afternoons to cat sitting evenings. I would love to help you out in whatever way I can! Let me know...
Courtney can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Was very willing to help me and my cats."
John P.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I have experience with birds, dogs, cats, rabbits, and lizards. I grew up with three dogs, a rabbit, a lizard, and a cat so I am very familiar with taking care of a variety of animals. I have been a pet sitter for about six years and feel comfortable with all aspects of animal care. I absolutely love animals and I am...
Lauren can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with cats, dogs, birds and fish of all sorts of sizes and ages. Can also perform baths, light grooming, walks and overnights.
Kenzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
5.0
"Kenzie takes care of my little Yorkie both on walks and when I travel. My dog absolutely adores Kenzie and I feel so much better knowing she is so loved when I am away traveling. I have been home when Kenzie shows up and my dog runs to her and tail wagging. I am so...
Whitney P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have two dogs currently and one cat that I take care of in my home. I am also available to house sit during vacations.
Rosie P.
New York, NY
$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey
My name is Rosie and I'm here for your pets when you're in need of help.
I have experience with walking and sitting dogs.
Also 2 years of volunteering in a animal shelter for Dogs, cats and birds.
Rosie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"We have a very anxious dog and Rosie was amazing with her !! We felt so good leaving our dog sadie and our two cats with Rosie - she always kept in contact with us and it was great to see how happy our Pete were with her ! I would definitely recommend Rosie ."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me introduce myself , my name is shanee and I live in the NYC area . I love all animals and I have 2 cats myself which are my babies. I workout 3 hours a day so playing and running with dogs are my thing . I have no problem with feeding and cleaning up after your fur babies :) Hopefully you will consider me .
Shanee can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been an animal lover and dedicated in fostering senior cats (12+ yo) with oral medications. Whether calm or challenging cats, I have successfully fed them, groomed them and played with them (simply with shoe strings and delivery boxes...). I'd love to be a true companion of your furry friend with fresh water, dry/wet...
My can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"My is a reliable and professional pet sitter. She helped keeping my cat company while I was out of town for 10days. I was nervous previously because I never left my cat for this long. But the first meet & say hi went so well. I can see how responsible she is. And...
Faye C.
Brady L.
New York, NY
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a dog walker/sitter and cat sitter (as well as owner) in NYC. I love animals and thoroughly enjoy playing with them and taking care of them! I'm very responsible so rest assured your little one(s) will receive the best care possible.
Brady can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Brady has been babysitting for us for more than 5 years - part time. She is super responsible and reliable and a lot of fun with the kids, so much that my son likes to invite her to his school performance and other activities. She is part of our family!...
Elizabeth N.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alyssa, I am extremely caring and will treat your pet as if they were my own! I have taken care of animals for the past 4 years including walking, feeding, and pet sitting dogs as well as cats. Regarding dogs, I have taken care of dogs as small as a Shiba Inu and one as big as a German Shepard. I am currently a dog...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
4.0
"Alyssa is soft spoken and not forward when meeting your pet. She is easy to talk to and let's your pet come to her when he's ready. She was playful with our Yogi. When she walked Yogi for the first time she confirmed the morning of and was on time. I plan to use...
Cynthia B.
5.0
(2)
I've been sitting, both cats and dogs, for friends in NYC for over 20 years--and for clients over 5 years. I have loved all animals my entire life. True story... when I meet dogs on the street and give them eye contact, they come to me. I'm a pet snuggler and give loads of attention to all animals!
Mary can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Mary has dog sat my poodle for me several times and she's the best! She's flexible with my crazy schedule, keeps me informed while she's keeping my dog about how she's doing, and best of all my dog loves her! When she sees Mary her little tail starts going a mile...
Nancy R.
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 walking, pet sitting, 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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sarah, I'm an actor living in Harlem, NY. I am an aunt of five, and have a passion for baking and cooking. I grew up with a lot of animals, and have been with many animals as they deal with surgeries, injuries, and health issues. As a dog walker and pet sitter, I have several years of experience caring for various...
Sarah Lynn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"Sarah Lynn cared for our dog while we were away for two weeks. She is dependable and punctual, and took great care of our pup! Sarah Lynn sent daily email updates, letting us know about our dogs behavior during the day, which we loved. I would highly recommend...
Madeline B.
Natasha T.
Jersey City, NJ
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Natasha and I have been a substitute teacher for several years for grades k-12. On days I am at home I have cared for friends , family and clients pets when they have been away from home by either dog walking and or pet sitting. I love animals. When I was growing up our house was full of cats, dogs, turtles, frogs and...
Natasha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
"I hired Natasha for the weekend to watch my cat and 4 turtles. Not only did she send me updates but she also included pictures. I only hired her to feed my animals but she went above and beyond by cleaning up after them as well. I am so happy that I found Natasha...
Sarah S.
5.0
(2)
Hey, I'm Sophia! Throughout my whole life I've been surrounded by all sorts of animals, especially dogs and cats. During my bachelor's I spent 4 years doing volunteer work, fostering and taking care of dogs and cats ( vet visits, housing, potty training, etc) until they could find their forever home. I also have 1 year of...
Sophia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She treats them as if they were his own. Excellent job! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Growing up, I spent plenty of time caring for the various fish, dogs, and cats my family has adopted. Being a pet owner and caretaker is second nature to me! I love spending time with everyone's furry friends, but I'm also very keen on making sure they're always 100% comfortable with me first! A good animal-human relationship is...
John can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with a puggle/basset hound mix once a day for an hour weekdays. We visited the dog runs and enjoyed walking/running along the waterfront weather permitting. I also cat sit for a maine coon mix on weekends and when the owner is away on vacation. We sit and snuggle as well as enjoy play time with his toys. I adore...
Eileen can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Eileen has been walking our dog, Elvis, for about 2 months now. He is a rescue and we were anxious about finding a reliable and friendly dog walker to walk him during the day. I emailed Eileen the day we adopted Elvis and she was willing to come meet us that very...
Jennifer C.
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Recent cat sitter reviews from local pet parents in Wood Ridge, NJ
Courtney R.
5.0
Was very willing to help me and my cats.
- John P.
Kenzie M.
5.0
Kenzie takes care of my little Yorkie both on walks and when I travel. My dog absolutely adores Kenzie and I feel so much better knowing she is so loved when I am away traveling. I have been home when Kenzie shows up and my dog runs to her and tail wagging. I am so thankful for Kenzie loving my dog...
- Whitney P.
Rosie P.
5.0
We have a very anxious dog and Rosie was amazing with her !! We felt so good leaving our dog sadie and our two cats with Rosie - she always kept in contact with us and it was great to see how happy our Pete were with her ! I would definitely recommend Rosie .
- Care member
My B.
5.0
My is a reliable and professional pet sitter. She helped keeping my cat company while I was out of town for 10days. I was nervous previously because I never left my cat for this long. But the first meet & say hi went so well. I can see how responsible she is. And my cat loves to play with her! While...
- Faye C.
Brady L.
5.0
Brady has been babysitting for us for more than 5 years - part time. She is super responsible and reliable and a lot of fun with the kids, so much that my son likes to invite her to his school performance and other activities. She is part of our family! Occasionally, she has even come to our house...
- Elizabeth N.
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FAQs for finding cat sitters near you in Wood Ridge, NJ
How much does a cat sitter cost near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
Hiring a cat sitter near you in Wood Ridge, NJ through Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of May, 2024. 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.
How can I find a local cat sitter near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
You can filter and sort local cat sitter profiles near you in Wood Ridge, NJ. Compare your options by reading about their experience, the hourly rate they charge, and reviews from other cat parents. There are currently 1 cat sitters in Wood Ridge, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What questions should I ask a cat sitter in an interview near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
The best cat sitters near you in Wood Ridge, 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.
Is it safe to leave my cat with a cat sitter near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
It can be safe to leave your cat with a cat sitter near you in Wood Ridge, 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.
How experienced are cat sitters near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
When looking for a cat sitter near you in Wood Ridge, 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.