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Maribel S.

Lover Of All Animals

Iselin, NJ

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hello my name is Maribel. I love dogs and cats. I am willing to pet sit and care for your pet. I have over 10 years experience
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Lucille M.

Iselin, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am a dog lover and grew up with dogs all my life. I am currently not working and looking to fill my days and time helping others with their four-legged fur babies. I drive and have my own car. I can dog sit and walk your dog for you. I have two large dogs of my own. An English Mastiff and a Rottweiler so I am comfortable...
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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Elisa K.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
I have two pet myself- hamster and a guinea pig. I have had pet sitting before-two cats, dog, bird and fish.

Rose N. says "I hired Elisa for home cleaning our apt in Brooklyn. Elisa was excellent and very professional. She cleaned using natural products whenever possible. She...

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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
Pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 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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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Janel M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
administration of medicine
+ 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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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

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

Rahway, NJ

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Gisselle. I love taking care of animals. My services include dog walking, and pet sitting. I do animals of any size or age and can also help with senior care if needed. If you have any questions let me know, can't wait to meet your furry friend!
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Philip D.

Cranford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Philip and I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for pets of all shapes and sizes. I've personally raised and cared for many dogs throughout my 31 years of life, from energetic puppies to senior dogs, and everything in between. I'm comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes, and I've...
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Federico C.

Will Care Dogs Or Cats / Comfortable With Both!

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I've always had pets in my family, I own a cat but had dogs before as well , I'm pretty comfortable with them doesn't matter the size or breed. I know the difference between cats and dogs and how to treat and be around them. Im 25 years old and, I love sports and fitness in general. I'm an athlete in jiujitsu (martial art/sport)...
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Paulina P.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am an owner of a 6-year-old German Spitz mix Joon. I will be very happy to dog sit for you at your home. I am very active, love walks, hikes and all outdoor activities.
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Ashlynn T.

Avenel, NJ

from
$15/hr
I love Animals ! I had different animals thru out my life , dogs to cats. I also dog sitter for my family when needed !
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Cynthia P.

Pet Sitter

Piscataway, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs and cats and I have experience caring for my own pets. I would be happy to meet you and your pet to see if my services are in line with what you need.
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Lynn H.

Fun Pet Sitter/dog Walker

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$25/hr
Pet walking
boarding
I have two mini golden doodles who I love to play with and walk. Would love to take care of your pup too!
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Shannon O.

Piscataway, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am an experienced dog sitter for families I know. I am only okay with hypoallergenic dogs. I love animals and am willing to make exceptions for nonhypoallergenic.
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Savanna F.

I Will Love Your Cats!!!!

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there :) My name is Savanna and I am searching for cat sitting positions throughout central Jersey (maybe south as well). I love cats and have owned several, including the two I have now! I am a current college student at Rutgers New Brunswick, but I can still be pretty flexible and accommodate to your schedule. I do have...
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Aiuna M.

Staten Island, NY

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
Caring for animals is a passion of mine. I treat every pet as if they were my own, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I strictly adhere to feeding schedules and maintain a clean and secure environment. I am vigilant in observing pets for any signs of distress. In unexpected situations, I remain calm and...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Iselin, NJ

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

Svetlana M.

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...

- Care member

Elisa K.

I hired Elisa for home cleaning our apt in Brooklyn. Elisa was excellent and very professional. She cleaned using natural products...

- Rose N.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Iselin, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Iselin, 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 Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ is $16.00.

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