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Victoria H.

Animal Whisperer

Matawan, NJ

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe myself as the funny optimist. The glass is half full NIT half empty. I like working with animals because they are wonderful yet misunderstood but incredibly perceptive. They can tell if you're a good person or not in just a few minutes. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and allows me to both learn and grow...
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Grace E.

Grace

Matawan, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had dogs cats birds and fish. I can walk feed or sit with them preferably in the evenings 6-12 and feed chick in on during the day
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Sonal M.

Part Time Dog Caregiver!!

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello, I'm Sonal. I've grown up with a Maltese and have had previous experience in dog sitting a Golden Lab and ShihTzu. Dogs and animals are more than pets, they are our children and deserve the same treatment (if not, better). I understand the importance of their schedules & the time they also need to be free, have fun, yet...

Daniella R. says "Sonal is very mature for her age, personable, caring, trusting and professional. She would be asset to anyone that hires her."

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Lucia G G.

Matawan, NJ

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as social , energetic , caring, helpful, always trying to help I'm looking for a job that I would like take care of your house and your pet as if it was my own, I have no professional housesitting or dog sitting experience, but I have had dogs my whole life, since I was 8 years old, I had a 30 pound...
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Hallie E.

Experienced Sitter (Babies, Dogs, Cats, Horses)

Matawan, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I'm Hallie, a 24-year-old animal lover! I own a vintage clothing store in Asbury Park, but I live in Matawan. I'm looking for a side gig doing what I love most, spending time with animals and children! I'm an only child, I've always wanted a younger sibling to play with and help care for. This is one of the reasons I decided...
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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
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
administration of medicine
daily feeding
+ 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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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
Daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
boarding
+ 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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Jennifer W.

Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Colts Neck, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I am a dog walker and pet sitter and live in Colts Neck. I am an avid pet lover - I have volunteered as a dog walker at rescue shelters for over 15 years, and been a professional dog walker/pet sitter for the past 4 years. I also volunteer at Petsmart taking care of the cats up for adoption and foster kittens for rescues. I...

Danielle C. says "Jennifer has been dependable and flexible."

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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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Rebecca M.

Bubbly Caretaker

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
administration of medicine
boarding
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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Lyssa D.

Animal-sitter

Middletown, NJ

4.0(0)
from
$10/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I grew up around all sorts of pets. I own my own cat and take care of my family s two senior dogs frequently. I love animals and will actively engage with your pets.
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Queen L.

Queen Sitter

Keansburg, NJ

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have A year worth of experience and more to come , I help with Pet sitting & Pet walking , I am an animal lover in general but have a special place in my heart for dogs.
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Nancy K.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Belford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
daily feeding
Dog lover. I have a 1 year old Boston terrier. Last year, we had to put our 11 year old Boston to sleep. I have 4 grand dogs.
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Nini T.

Sayreville, NJ

from
$27/hr
1 year experience
Changing bed linens
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
carpet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Nino and I'm looking for any side work I can get my hands on. Could be anything from pet sitting, walking your dog(s) to doing the dishes that you need done. I love to clean and am good with doing full house deep cleans. I'm available all the time so please feel free to reach out/message me with any work...
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Anne G.

Pet Sitter

Middletown, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
I have had dogs all my life. I love all animals and can care for all animals. I will love and care for your loved one
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Jenna R.

Petsitter/ Overnight Availability

Lincroft, NJ

from
$14/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am a recent graduate from Tulane University looking to make some extra money by pet sitting. I have 2 large dogs of my own so I'm very comfortable around animals. I am available to do walks, feedings, and overnight stays with your pets. I love being around animals and am very confident in my ability to take care of them!
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Jessica S.

Young Pet Sitter

Middletown, NJ

from
$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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Amy N.

Port Monmouth, NJ

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have always been babysitting since I became of an old enough age. When I was 19 I started a Learning Coach position where I ran my own classroom and had my own class. My kids ages ranged from 5 to 10. My sister was also the preschool teacher at that school so I would work with her and her kids 2 days out of the week. After...
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Abigail D.

Middletown, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a little experience dog sitting. I do have a cat and I occasionally care for my roommates cat when she is not home. I have had birds and fish in the past. I grew up around dogs.
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Sophie R.

Staten Island, NY

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 2 years experience of watching dogs. I have dogs of my own and I take care of mine with anything she needs! I'm able to be a sitter to your dog, feed them, walk them and do anything necessary!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Matawan, NJ

Dog Sitters in Matawan, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Sonal M.

Sonal is very mature for her age, personable, caring, trusting and professional. She would be asset to anyone that hires her.

- Daniella R.

Kelly F.

Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands.

- Care member

Jennifer W.

Jennifer has been dependable and flexible.

- Danielle C.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Matawan, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Matawan, 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 Matawan, 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 Matawan, NJ is $19.00.

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