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Maribel S.

Lover Of All Animals

Iselin, NJ

from
$17/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
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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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 sitting
grooming
+ 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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Maria S.

Part -time Pet Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding. 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 and enjoy caring for them.

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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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
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 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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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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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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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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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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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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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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
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 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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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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Kerri-ann J.

Pet Sitter

Roselle, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
I have 2 cats and 1 dog. I would love to assist with your pet. I'm open to walks, feeding, boarding, house checks etc. I have a flexible schedule.
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Alyssa W.

Pet Sitter (dogs, Cats, And Other Animals)

South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm alyssa, I absolutely love animals. I have 2 dogs of my own who I love and are my babies. I take pride in providing the best care for them. For the past 6 years I have pet-sat for many different dogs and cats taking amazing care of them as if they were my own. I have cared for all kinds of dogs with different needs,...
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Katherine D.

Animal Lover !

Elizabethport, NJ

from
$21/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. And pet sitting ! I have watched friends dogs and cats I don't have a preference I will care for your pet like if it was my own feeds walk and play time !
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Elsa M.

Car/dog Lover

Hillside, NJ

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hello my name is Elsa I have 12 years of experience with cats and dogs , been sitting for a few clients back in Florida and just move to jersey , I m a cat and dog lover , had my rusty (cat ) for 20 years just lost him couple months ago and taking care of other pets makes my heart happy, I speak English Spanish and Portuguese I...
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Noe D.

Experienced Pet Sitter Is Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have a good experience in pet care. In a family I worked for there were dogs and cats and I always took care of them.
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Alexandra R.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
I can provide dog/ and or cat sitting in your own home. Im an animal lover who regular volunteers at animal shelters regularly and fosters animals.
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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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Barbara T.

Gentle Care For Your Best Friend!

Carteret, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs and fish. Caring for animals has been my lifelong calling. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in pet care comes from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 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

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.

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.

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

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 $17.00.

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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