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I can provide dog or cat sitting in your own home. I have watched pets for several friends and family members. Growing up, I had a large dog for 16 years. I currently have two cats. I am familiar with caring for both dogs and cats.
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...
Cara can also help with: Grooming, pet walking, pet sitting
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Cassie P.


Highland Park, NJ

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Caregiver

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...
Cassie can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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Miranda A.


Highland Park, NJ

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Young Professional Looking To Care For Your Pets!

I am a young professional looking to care for pets. I grew up with cats and am comfortable sitting for cats of all ages/temperaments. I have dog-walked for all kinds of dogs for friends/family.
Miranda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Gina P.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"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 her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and...

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Melissa F.


North Brunswick, NJ

$15-35/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/dog Walker/childcare/tutor/house Cleaning/errands

Hi, I'm Melissa. I am a reliable, trustworthy care giver. Certified in CPR and First Aid I have worked in the movie theater industry for the last 30 years where I managed a variety of multiplexes have been bonded throughout. I have done years of babysitting and some tutoring. I am a lifelong dog owner. I know both sides. I have...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Melissa's love for animals is so apparent! She always took such great care of my dog. I would definitely hire her again."

Todd M.

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Allison A.


South Amboy, NJ

$11-16/hr2 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I have experience watching family members' pets for vacations and during the day. I have my own Siberian husky puppy (4 months in May) so I have extensive experience with puppy training and dealing with high energy dogs.
Allison can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation
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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Janel M.


Plainfield, NJ

$20-45/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Pet Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Janel can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet transportation, boarding, pet sitting & more
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Kathleen K.


Old Bridge, NJ

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

You Know An Animal Lover When You See One...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a dog and horse trainer and have been doing the sport for many years. I provide dog or (horse) sitting at your barn or dog sitting at your place or keep her/him with me at my place. I have my own rottweilers. I spoil, shave and pamper mine, so you can only imagine how much infinite love I can give yours!
Kathleen can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming & more
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Anna S.


Staten Island, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Pet Services

I love animals I am good at what I do , I am kind , caring and very reliable . Many years ago I had my own business but it just got too busy because I work a full time job in the medical field . If I can help in any way please don't hesitate to ask . I also am a licensed security guard in New York so I am background checked and...
Anna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She was great with my little french bulldog Rosco, i recommend her 100%"

Jennifer K.

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Christina S.


Old Bridge, NJ

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Christina can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"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!"

Paige B.

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Autumn H.


Scotch Plains, NJ

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Pet/Dog Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own. I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"We continue to call upon Autumn to pet and home-sit when we travel or have long weekends away. Autumn takes excellent care of our dog and house. She has also been flexible and accommodating when our plans have changed. I highly recommend Autumn and am confident...

Craig & Carolyn W.

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Tim K.


Bound Brook, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Animal Lover, Social Worker, Mature And Responsible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have years of personal experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have had fish, dogs and cats for many years. I will be your pets new best friend!
Tim can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Maureen S.


South Plainfield, NJ

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as friendly, funny and empathetic with a deep love for animals. I like working with animals because I feel most at peace when I am around them and feel like they are part of the family. I'm looking for a job that I am excited about and look forward to going to everyday. I've volunteered at an...
Maureen can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Maureen is THE person you want to take care of your fur babies. She is the absolute best with my dog! She is kind and loving and patient. Leaving them with her is just like them being with me! You can truly see how much she loves animals! "

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Emily L.


Piscataway, NJ

$5-15/hr1 yrs exp

Pet Care

Growing up, I have always had animals, from cats to fish. I have 2 cats and 2 dogs at home currently and have always taken care of them. I also pet-sit for neighbors when they go on vacation. I have watched 2 dogs for weeks at a time, taking them on walks, playing, and feeding them. I am not scared of animals and I love all...
Emily can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding
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Erika Q.


Somerset, NJ

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher, Reliable, Patient, Kind, Fun Child Care Provider

Hi, my name is Erika and I am an energetic, patient and kind graduate student. I am currently enrolled in the Master's Occupational Therapy program at Kean University. I was previously an elementary school teacher and have 6 years of experience working in the NJ public schools system. I currently have a 6-year-old Toy Poodle,...
Erika can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Erika was super great with my pets. I have a cat and a dog. I was looking for someone to look after them while I was away on a business trip and I was so lucky to find her. I'm always nervous about letting people watch my pets, but after speaking with Erika and...

Emily B.

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Nadia T.


Dayton, NJ

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hi!

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Boarding Pet Walking pet sitting and so much more ! I love animals so much. I've had a couple of dogs myself I currently have two cats. I've taken care of ferrets, fish, snakes, dogs and even chickens.
Nadia can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
5.0
"Nadia is very reliable, I had used another cleaning company that never did the cleaning the way I like it. She's very good with small details and now with Covid she takes extra precautions as well. My dog loved her from the moment she walked in to my house, and...

Naticec L.

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Samantha L.


Somerset, NJ

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Elizabeth A.


Colonia, NJ

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs and cats my whole life and as an adult I've had several pets in my home at the same time. I've share a home with birds (parakeets), fish, a snapping turtle, a hamster named Charlie and 2 cats named Nene...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I have had the chance to get to know Liz, and I say without a doubt that she is a person of very good moral character. She is understanding, loving, hardworking and is always there to help others. Liz operates with integrity, and never has a bad word to say about...

Nancy F.

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

Gina P.

5.0

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 her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and caring that it put me immediately...

- Care member

Melissa F.

5.0

Melissa is a hard worker and very reliable. She is trustworthy and outgoing.

- Danielle P.

Anna S.

5.0

Very reliable and dependable. Animal lover! Would highly recommend!

- Lisa B.

Christina S.

5.0

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!

- Paige B.

Autumn H.

5.0

Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.

- Susan A.

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