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Jayleen M.'s Photo

Fairview, NJ

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
Caring for dogs has been my passion for the past eight years. I believe in prioritizing your pet's comfort and happiness by treating them exactly as I would my own. My approach centers on reinforcing positive behaviors while maintaining a secure, clean environment. Whether I am managing the needs of high-energy breeds through...
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Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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...

Ashley A. says "Natasha is such a wonderful, kind, and dependable person and pet sitter! She got on with our pets immediately and cared for them and our home as if they...

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Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
I have had experiences with animals all my life. I provide dog sitting in homes. I have had the occasional dog sit and live in the home while the family has been on vacation. I am not allergic to any pets considering I have a cat at home. I would definitely consider myself an animal lover.

Melanie M. says "I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet when we are...

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Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet transportation
grooming
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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Responsible Pet-Lover Available For House Sitting Your Dog Or Cat!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi, I'm primarily a very busy babysitter but have had many clients with cats and dogs and have been enlisted to walk and/or pet sit while they're away. My love for dogs began as a child when our family adopted an adorable mixed terrier from the local ASPCA. Since then, I've cared for many pets as a sitter and walker for friends,...
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Animal Lover

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I would love to be your pet sitter! As a current pet owner with over 15 years of experience, I understand how important it is to provide attentive and loving care. I have cared for dogs and cats throughout the city, including a recent six-month recurring job with two cats on the Upper East Side. I also have an ongoing...

Care Member says "Paige was AWESOME!! She is our new go-to cat sitter! She had great communication leading up to and during the visit, gave our cat lots of love, sent...

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Part Time Or Stay In Pet Care

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
As a pet owner myself, I have 2 years of experience providing in-home dog and cat sitting. I am active and enjoy going on various walks throughout the day, so rest assured your pet will get lots of exercise.
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New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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.

Elizabeth N. says "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...

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Caring And Meticulous One

East Elmhurst, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
grooming
pet sitting
I have more than 10 years of experience as a pet sitter but all my life I have had animal (dogs, cats, ducks, rabbits) I can help with absolute everything , love animals very much, with a flexible time and schedule. No professional certificates, but a lot of years of experience that make me feel like one. They will receive the...

Care Member says "Erica is amazing! Very flexible, willing to do so much for me/my home, and responds very fast!"

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Student Pet Sitter

Bronx, NY

4.9(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Sydney and I'm a graduate of the University of Georgia. For 13 years, I had taken care of my medium-sized Havanese. I regularly bathe, walk and feed him. He's my best friend and longest companion. After my experiences at the SPCA, I'm familiar with different breeds and sizes. I know various pets have individual...

Haley K. says "She did great at watching my fur babies for me! Dependable and trustworthy!"

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Experienced Dog Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello! My name is CC. I have 2 years of experience petsitting and I can help with boarding and pet walking. I am a reliable and attentive worker, and I love animals! I am a graduate student in social work at Columbia University and I am looking for extra work this summer taking care of pets around NYC.

Care Member says "Carolyn is AMAZING! I have a young cavapoo, Boo, who loves staying with her. My pup has some specific needs and Carolyn is willing to go above and...

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Part Time Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Union City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Alynn and am currently a full time medical assistant and a full time mom to a one and a half year old. I have 3 years of dog walking experience. I am a profound animal lover, with a little bias towards dogs. I have a 12-year-old Siberian Husky named Neo, who although he is a "senior dog," he still has the energy and...

Tomomi O. says "Alynn is one of the most wonderful and trust-able pet sitters I've ever met. I definitely recommend her. When we interviewed her, she was extremely...

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Part-time Pet Sitter/dog Walker

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
I love animals. I have a dog of my own, rescued from a shelter and trained to be obedient, good with visitors and on walks. I have worked with less common animals (Chinchillas, birds, rats/mice, snakes, lizards) as well as dogs, cats, rabbits, and horses. I enjoy seeing animals happy, and believe that I can help your pet stay...

Amanda K. says "Hannah did so well with my cat Nora!! Hannah sent some videos while she was with Nora and I could tell Nora loved playing with Hannah! Hannah is extremely...

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Dog Sitter And Walker

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
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...

Jennifer C. says "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...

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Dog Walker/Care

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also act as a dog walker in the morning or afternoons. I have had dogs all my life growing up. Love dogs of all ages and sizes!
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Pet / House Sitter & Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Hi there! I've worked as a House Manager, Pet Sitter, Dog Walker & Personal Assistant for the past 5 years and I have extensive experience with both Dogs and Cats.
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UES Dog Owner And Lover Available For WALKS, DAYCARE, DOG SITTING

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
administration of medicine
pet sitting
boarding
Hi pet parents! I'm a fellow doggie lover and owner with over 15 years of dog care experience - including volunteering at the humane society and sitting for a variety of breeds! Friendly, house-broken dogs are welcome to spend the day or night in my apartment on the Upper East Side! During their stay, dogs will have full reign...

Jillian W. says "We had a great experience using Erika as a dog sitter! She was very friendly and accommodating to all of our requests, she kept in contact and gave us...

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Jordyn B.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I provide reliable and loving dog sitting in the comfort of your own home. With over 10 years of experience as an emergency veterinary technician, I bring both professional expertise and a true passion for animals. I have excellent references and currently work in the veterinary field, giving me the skills and knowledge to care...
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Caretaker For Pets! Available Most Days Of The Week!

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
At the age of three, I develop a fear of dogs due to a biting incident from a neighbor's dog. When I was 10, my mother had me walk my neighbor's dogs every morning at 6 a.m. for the summer in order to help me overcome my fear of dogs. And I did! I ended up wanting to adopt my own dog, but with all the responsibilities of taking...
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Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
I'm an experienced pet owner and walker. For four years, I've sat for a large dog in Montclair. My responsibilities included walks, feeding and staying at the house while the family was away on vacation. I'll be able to do mornings, lunch visits, evenings, and everything in between. I'll give your pet the 1:1 attention he or she...

Jenifer C. says "Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by...

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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2026

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Fairview, NJ

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

Natasha T.

Natasha is such a wonderful, kind, and dependable person and pet sitter! She got on with our pets immediately and cared for them and our...

- Ashley A.

Engji H.

I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet...

- Melanie M.

Paige L.

Paige was AWESOME!! She is our new go-to cat sitter! She had great communication leading up to and during the visit, gave our cat lots of...

- Care member

Common dog sitting questions in Fairview, NJ

Finding a trusted dog sitter in Fairview, NJ starts with understanding your dog’s needs, whether that includes daily visits, overnight care, or extended stays while you’re away. Many pet owners compare sitter profiles based on experience, availability, reviews, and services offered before making a decision. Some families also explore related services like doggy day care or hiring local dog walkers depending on their schedule and care needs.
Dog sitters in Fairview, NJ provide a range of services to keep pets safe, comfortable, and cared for while their owners are away. Common services include feeding, walking, playtime, administering medication, and overnight stays. Some sitters also provide grooming support or coordinate care with services like dog groomers to keep pets clean and healthy during longer stays.
The average rate for dog sitters in Fairview, NJ on Care.com as of November, 2026 is $20.00 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the type of care needed, such as drop-in visits, overnight stays, or extended care, as well as the sitter’s experience and number of pets. Many families compare rates alongside other pet care options in Fairview when deciding what works best for their dog.
Choosing between a dog sitter and a kennel in Fairview, NJ depends on your dog’s personality, routine, and comfort level. Dog sitters allow pets to stay in a familiar home environment with one-on-one attention, while kennels may offer more structured social settings with other dogs. Many pet owners compare kennels vs pet sitters to determine which option best fits their dog’s needs.
Yes, many dog sitters in Fairview, NJ offer overnight care, which can be helpful for dogs that need consistent attention, companionship, or supervision during the night. Overnight dog sitting is a popular option for travel, work trips, or extended time away from home, allowing pets to maintain their routine in a comfortable environment.
Introducing your dog to a new sitter in Fairview, NJ should be done gradually to help build trust and reduce anxiety. Many pet owners schedule a meet-and-greet so the dog can become familiar with the sitter before the first booking. Following tips for introducing dogs to new people can help create a smooth transition and a positive experience for both the sitter and your pet.

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