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Caroline P.

Edison, NJ

from
$19/hr
Boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
dog training
pet sitting
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Caroline. I am an animal enthusiast who loves and cares for all animals of all sizes. I am very experienced with a wide range of different animals throughout my life. I have volunteered at my local animal shelter as well as cared for pets of neighbors and family friends. I am more than happy to dog sit, feed,...
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Antione F.

Dog Walker, Sitter, And Lover

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello. I am Antione. I'm a 28-year-old dog lover with 5 years of experience. I work as a logistics coordinator and train martial arts in my free time. I am here to just reengage with an old love of mine. I would love to service your dog and develop a great relationship with you and your pets
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Riya S.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Edison, NJ

from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog sitter with 2+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Victoria A.

Edison, NJ

from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Have been sitting for cats and dogs since I was 12! I am currently a mom of two cats and one dog :) I'll make sure to keep your pets happy and be interactive with them. I also love sending updates, and will make sure to follow the schedule you provide me.
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Emily C.

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have lifelong experience caring for pets, having grown up with animals of all kinds, including dogs, cats, and small pets. This has given me a deep understanding of their needs, behaviors, and how to care for them with love and responsibility. In addition to caring for my own pets, I've also been dog sitting for the past few...
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Judeska L.

Paw-Sitive Pet Sitter

Edison, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
I am an experienced dog owner of many breeds of dogs and love any no matter of age and size! I provide walks, play time, baths (depending on size) and light grooming.
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Isabella J.

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
Hi! I provide dog sitting in your own home when needed! I have experience being a pet sitter for my lovely family dog, Franca. I love dogs and taking care of them! The service I can provide for you and your dog(s) are flexible depending on what you need! Can walk, feed, play, wash, and assist with any medication, if needed.
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Susan B.

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 1 more
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 ....

Mike L. says "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...

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Rebecca M.

Bubbly Caretaker

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
grooming
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.

Cynthia M. says "Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."

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Nadine J.

Pet Sitting, Babysitting, Housesitter

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
I have done babysitting for over 10 years now and have been dog sitting for 5. I have a pet of my own so I can dog sit in my home with dogs who are friendly.
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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
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.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Elizabeth A.

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Gina P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
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...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met...

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Christina S.

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Old Bridge, NJ

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
I graduated from Middlesex County College with an associate's degree in psychology then two further degrees at Marywood University, Bachelor of Social Work & Masters I'm Higher Ed Admin. Looking mainly pet sitter but also have experience as a babysitter. I have 3 cats of my own, all raised since kittens. Two are 14 and one is...

Paige B. says "Christina is very caring, she plays with my cats!She's wonderful with the pets. I highly recommend her. She's Really is an animal lover, you can tell!"

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Samantha L.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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Alison V.

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Daily feeding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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Janel M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
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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Ashley P.

Pet-Sitter

Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
boarding
pet walking
I have pet sat for several years. It ranges from occasional visits to feed and walk the dogs to staying over night to care for the furry friends. I absolutely loves animals and have 3 dogs and a cat myself. I am currently working remotely and have a very open schedule! Looking forward to discussing potential job opportunities...

Kimberly S. says "Ashley watched our three dogs on very short notice. She was reliable and took excellent care of our pooches. Ashley communicated well and sent us...

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Kelly F.

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I currently work as a veterinarian technician in Westfield. I have been a veterinary technician for 6 years. I have also watched my families dogs and cats while they were away on vacation and I have been pet sitting/dog walking for about 5 years. I have provided overnight care and drop in day visits as well. At work I assist in...

Care Member says "Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands."

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Edison, NJ

Dog Sitters in Edison, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Susan B.

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...

- Mike L.

Rebecca M.

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

- Cynthia M.

Samantha L.

Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.

- Andrew B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Edison, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Edison, 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 Edison, 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 Edison, NJ is $17.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Edison, 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 Edison, 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 Edison, 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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