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Georgeanne P.
Lafayette, NJ
$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have loved animals all of my life. I grew up with two cats of my own. I helped my neighbor raise puppies while she was a foster for an animal shelter. I currently have two dog and a cat who I just adore. Beside my own pets I have also been pet sitting since the age of 10 in my home and in the home of the people I am watching...
Georgeanne can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Melissa J.
Lafayette, NJ
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello there! In my full time, I work as a counselor. With my flexible schedule, I am looking for part time work. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I have experience with dogs, reptiles and some exotic pets including hedgehogs. I am also available for babysitting, light cleaning, assisting with errand, laundry and help...
Melissa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
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Over 20+ years caring for my own animals as well as the occasional care of neighbors, friends and families animals. Everything from various farm animals, dogs, cats, reptiles, & fish. I have a 5 acre homestead and 2 Brittany spaniels that are fantastic and gentle around all breeds of dogs. Can provide pet sitting in my home or...
Kristi can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting
5.0
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I can provide dog sitting and walking at your own home. I have taken care of my own dogs all my life, in addition to walking dogs as a volunteer at a shelter near my college. I love dogs and would be more than happy to take care of your pup when you aren't able to be home!
Heather can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us , they are our babies). She is dependable, loving and follows specific instructions perfectly. She has a very...
Francine H.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a cat and a dog of my own, and have cared for the family that I nanny for's dog when they are away as well.
Mia can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding & more
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a big heart of compassion for dogs. My years of experience
is volunteering in our Animal Shelters. I had worked with a group
of Women to open a Dog Park in 2001. Today I continue to provide an excellent service with walking/pet sitting. I enjoy inter acting and stimulating your loving pets
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide sitting, walking, or just taking care of your pet while you are at work or will be gone for long periods of time or any other reason!! I am an avid animal lover. I have owned dogs all my life and currently have two 3-year-old black labs that are treated as good as I treat my children. They are part of our family....
Francine can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Fran loves and cares for anyone she meets especially pets. She knows how to take care of animals and does it with ease as well as with a positive attitude. I can trust her with my pets anytime and I know that they will be safe under her care. The two dogs of her...
Chris C.
Madisom B.
Branchville, NJ
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi my name is Madi! I love animals! I have quite a few myself (2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 goats, 2 chinchillas). I don't care what breed or how old. I'm available to feed, walk, and pet sit!
Madisom can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Alexandria C.
Oak Ridge, NJ
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student Located in Wayne, NJ Looking for Long Term Pet Sitting/Child Care Job
I love dogs and have experience working with them! I am currently going to school for vet tech.
Alexandria can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, boarding
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals and treat them as if they were my own! I have enjoyed pet sitting for my close family friends and neighbors while they are out on vacation or just in need of some help! I have cared for dogs, cats, bunnies, fish and even a lizard at one point. I am responsible and trustworthy. I will send you updates and pictures...
Victoria can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
I am able to provide pet sitting in your home. I spent 3 years working at a dog kennel, and also have 2 dogs and a cat of my own. I also have experience with home pet sitting and dog walking. I am an animal lover and have experience dealing with pet medications, as well as light bathing and grooming.
Ariana can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
I am a long time owner and lover of all animals. Growing up I have taken care of three dogs, two cats, two horses, and currently two dogs. It was my responsibility to exercise, walk, and play with my pets, perform bathing and brushing, administer medicine, provide food and fresh water, transport them to the vet, clean up after...
Lauren can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
I am mom and our family currently has cats, dog, birds, lizard, hamster, chickens. We have had fish, hermit crabs. I adore animals. I don't have professional experience. I have nannied and worked with special needs for years and thought this would be a great way to add in work that I enjoy. I have adopted and cared for animals...
Heather can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
I have a lot of experience with all types of animals but most of all cats and dogs. I grew up with cats in my house my whole life. Most of my friends and family always had dogs around me most of my life and I've been dog sitting for over five years for them. I am very loving and caring when it comes to animals and I just love...
Deanna can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Amanda B.
Newton, NJ
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a certified dog trainer. I'm also currently attending Animal Behavior College for my dog/cat grooming license. I'm also certified and animal CPR. I've been dog sitting for about 5 years, training for 2 years and just starting up with grooming. I've also owned dogs my whole life.
Amanda can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, grooming
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Hello! Thank you for clicking on my bio!
I have had dogs for several years, and have also pet sit neighbors etc. In the past, I've had chinchillas, Guinea pigs, mice and fish.
I have groomed my two yorkies for more than 5 years , and have also helped my friends out with undercoat.
Thank you for considering me. If you have any...
Alyssa can also help with: Pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
I am a 22-year-old who is currently awaiting minor surgery and in need some extra cash since I can not apply for jobs in my field yet. I have had experiencing owning adult and senior cats, kittens, turtles, snakes, lizards, guinea pigs, hermit crabs and fish as well as caring for dogs, ferrets, and some experience with sugar...
Elizabeth can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
Hi! Besides being a childcare giver, I have such passion when it comes to our four legged family members!! I owned a boxer, named Daisy, for 13 years. My daughters adored her and she was most certainly part of our family! My family and I now own an incredible boxer/German Shepard mix pup named Roxy. She's amazing!! I have always...
Sheri can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, grooming, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting & more
Lam H.
Newton, NJ
$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
During my experience of dog sitting I got to take care of a 16year old girl by the name of Chole . She had a lot of challenges because of her age, but I tried to make everything worthwhile before she passed on a year ago. I hope that I get to spend some time with your bestie.
Lam can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love pets! I am currently a nursing student and have the summer off. I myself have 2 dogs, 3 cats, 6 chickens, 2 ducks and a bunny. Needless to say, animals are wonderful and I'd love to help your family during my summer off!
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Lafayette, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Lafayette, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Lafayette, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Lafayette, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, NJ is $16.00.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Lafayette, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Lafayette, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Lafayette, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Lafayette, 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.