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Cara M.

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I have 3 lovely dogs at home! An Australian shepherd husky mix, Catahoula lab mix, and a pit boxer mix. I love every kind of dog and don't mind big dogs at all. Whether you need a sitter or a dog walker I'm able to help anyway I can. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like...
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Rachel F.

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Rachel and I'm a clinical psychology doctoral student at Rutgers University New Brunswick. I have several years of pet sitting experience and have cared for cats, dogs, and birds. I am organized and responsible as well as friendly, patient, and flexible! In pet care I prioritize pet health and safety but also...
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Melajah S.

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have about 5 years experience. I do nannying as well and the family I worked for still likes to have me dog sit their 2 dogs if need be. Along with having my own. I'm comfortable with dogs and love them very much!
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Cassie P.

Part Time Pet Caregiver

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have lived and cared for pets my whole life! I grew up with 2 cats, 2 dogs, a snake, fish, a bird and 5 hamsters& gerbils. I have 10+ years of experience pet sitting and dog walking for neighbors and friends. I can also perform baths, light grooming, and cleaning of cages/litter boxes. Animals are family and they deserve the...
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Mia A.

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Experienced college level tutor, babysitter, and dog sitter. Would be more than happy to provide tutoring to students of all ages in science, math, writing, etc. also looking for babysitting and dog walking opportunities!
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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Casey W.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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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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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
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 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
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
+ 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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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
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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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
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
+ 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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Lily M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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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
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
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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Nadine F.

East Brunswick, NJ

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$15/hr
I love animals, I currently have one cat and at the present time I'm house sitting for a family with 2 birds and 2 cats. Although I don't own a dog, I have a number of friends that have dogs and I feel very comfortable taking care of them.
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Judeska L.

Paw-Sitive Pet Sitter

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Elle J.

Elle From East Brunswick, NJ

Milltown, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Elle and I'm a dependable and compassionate pet caregiver with hands-on experience cat sitting for neighbors and caring for pets while babysitting for families. I've been around animals my whole life and currently have two dogs of my own, so I understand how important it is to have someone trustworthy looking...
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Tatiana S.

Parlin, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm a passionate animal lover with over 5 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes and personalities. Whether it's daily walks, overnight sitting, or just some extra playtime while you're away, I treat every dog like they're my own with lots of love, attention, and care.
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Jessica S.

Young Pet Sitter

Metuchen, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Jess. I have been a pet sitter / dog walker for about 5 years. I love cats and dogs, and have been around animals my entire life.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ

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

Maria S.

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...

- Wendy M.

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.

Gina P.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Highland Park, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, NJ is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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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