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Leann B.

Animal Lover Looking To Spread Their Love

Cedar Knolls, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience pet sitting/owning a variety of animals - cats, dogs, hamsters, chickens. All sizes, ages, and medication administration. I'd love to help you in whatever capacity you may need: dog walking, check ins, overnight watching, etc. Feel free to reach out with any questions that you may have!
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Tiziana P.

Loving Caregiver To All Living Things

Cedar Knolls, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Tiziana and I can't wait to meet your family! With over 10 years of experience with dogs, cats, and children, I'm excited to find a new family to be a part of. I can help with Pet Walking, Sitting, and TLC. Let's see if we are a good match for eachother!
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Janine P.

Pet Sitter

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I am a dog sitter/dog walker with 15 years experience. I will provide walking feeding, changing water and playing with your pup. I will treat your pop like it was my own. I have two rescue dogs that I just absolutely love. Don't hesitate to give me a call. I have several references that I can give you thank you.

David E. says "Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!"

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Natalie B.

Youth Soccer Coach | Dog Lover | Babysitter

Dover, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...

Rachel C. says "Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her. "

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Lori F.

Part-time Pet Caregiver

Mendham, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I have and still do provide pet sitting and pet care giving to both dogs and cats for several families, in their homes. I have 20+ years of experience caring for both mine and other family's pets. My responsibilities have included dispensing medication, feeding, walking, cleaning up and when required, accompanying them to the...
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Stephanie B.

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
I have had many pets of my own, I currently have 2 cats. I have 6 years of experience dog/cat sitting my neighbors and friends pets. I am currently in college so I am definitely missing my cats and don't want my love and fun to go to waste! I don't have experience with exotic/farm animals but provided that you give me clear...

Natalia T. says "I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got...

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Michelle V.

Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home

Parsippany, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...

Stephanie W. says "I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my...

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Madeline V.

Pet Sitter

Whippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
I'm a reliable and caring dog sitter with experience from taking care of my own dog and helping friends with theirs. I'm comfortable with feeding, walking, and playtime. I most comfortable with dogs but many of my friends have other animals that I also feel comfortable around.
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Laura C.

Dog And Cat Helper

New Providence, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. Walk your dog and perform baths. I have my own 2 dogs so I am experienced with taking care of animals.
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Allison G.

A Friend Of Our Furry Friends

Morristown, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! I am an empathetic, creative, and fun aspiring pet sitter. I'm quite new to this, but I'm beyond ecstatic to get started and to begin working and bonding with your pet(s)! At home, I am a proud owner of dogs, cats, and a funny little parrot. My pets mean the world to me, and under my care, your pet will be showered...
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Evelyn T.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Dover, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I always grew up with pets, so I know how important they are to each family. I currently have 4 dogs and a cat. I am used to taking the dogs on walks and bathing them if needed. I also am used to giving a dog medicine. I can't wait to meet your furry friends and be able to help!
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Hannah B.

Caldwell, NJ

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi my name is Hannah. I'm 23 yrs old and I provide dog sitting in your own home. I will feed, walk and play with your dogs. I care for all sizes. I have a car as well!
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Erika P.

Rockaway, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
Hi, my name is Erika. I have 10 years of experience in pet/house sitting and I absolutely adore all animals! I have worked with primarily 1 family for the past 10 years, caring for their dog for a few days at a time (overnight) every other month. In addition to that, I have a cat of my own currently. I also grew up with dogs and...
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Flavia R.

Travel Dog Sitting

Livingston, NJ

from
$12/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Are you traveling and need sitter for your dog? I am a dog lover looking for to take care of your dog in the comfort of my home while you are away. I live in Livingston. If this sounds good to you please send me a message. Thank you.
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Bailey S.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Caldwell, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have four dogs at home. I take care of two dogs throughout the year. Dogs are a big part of my everyday life.
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Meghan K.

Part Time Pet Care Available

Parsippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet walking
Throughout college even into my thirties, I was constantly asked to pet sit for friends, family, and eventually, friends of friends by word of mouth. I never expected to pay for so much of college tuition house sitting/pet sitting, but I guess it was apparent to most people that I treated their fur babies as my own. I "joke"...
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Paige B.

Kenvil, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I have loved and cared for animals since I can remember. I also had a pet-sitting and dog-walking job with a company for almost a year. I have now decided to go on by myself and I would love to help and take care of your furry friend.
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Stephanie B.

Parsippany, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
pet walking
I graduated from Kean University with my Bachelors in Psychology in 2024. During my free time I like to go on nature walks, travel and create canvases! In regard to my experience with pet sitting, I have worked as a pet sitter as a side job for about a year. I've cared for cats, dogs, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, hedgehogs,...
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Claire V.

Morristown, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Caring for animals is more than a job; it's a passion. I prioritize your pet's comfort and happiness by treating them as my own. I ensure a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine for them. With two years of experience, I offer pet sitting and walking services for dogs and cats. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and...
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Katarzyna P.

Dog/Cat Boarding/Sitting

Towaco, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
Hello, My name is Kasia. I have been dog/cat boarding and sitting for the past 4 years, and also l am an owner of a small shihpoo. I love animals because they give us an unconditional love, and l feel that they deserve from us the same. They are part of our families. While taking care of them aspecially dogs, l feed, play and...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Cedar Knolls, NJ

Dog Sitters in Cedar Knolls, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Janine P.

Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!

- David E.

Natalie B.

Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her.

- Rachel C.

Stephanie B.

I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how...

- Natalia T.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ is $20.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Cedar Knolls, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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