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Kira H.

Part-time Pet Sitting

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a huge animal lover, and I spent the entire summer of 2019 dog sitting for three dogs, two different households. I can provide dog sitting and cat-sitting in your home, including: walks, feeding, play-time, and light grooming. Willing to travel in the Middlesex County area!
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I Will Love Your Cats!!!!

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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New Brunswick, NJ

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I worked as a dog/cat sitter and dog walker throughout college and love animals dearly! ! I'm willing to be available for them and take care of whatever they need! I've worked with disabled dogs, large and small dogs, and cats before!
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New Brunswick, NJ

from
$13/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Hello! I am a dog and cat lover with plenty of experience sitting for my friends. I am also a wonderful pet owner to a kitten. I am responsible, timely, professional and overall have lots of energy to play with your pets. Please contact me!
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Pet Sitter Or Walker

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am very good with dogs and cats. I love to play and walk dogs. And cats I am good with them to. I am good with communication and listening
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New Brunswick, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I've been occasionally dog sitting for 2 years while I nanny. I am surrounded by furry friends in my day to day life as my family members all have cats and dogs. I grew up with two beautiful forever friends, a Brazilian mastiff & Rottweiler, so bigger dogs don't scare me! I have a friendly, caring and kind nature that I believe...
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New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a passionate and reliable dog/cat sitter and walker who loves spending time with furry friends. Whether it's a brisk walk, playtime, or some extra cuddles, I'm here to ensure your pup feels happy, safe, and loved while you're away. Your pets care and happiness are my top priorities! Don't hesitate to message me, thank you...
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New Brunswick, NJ

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have grown up surrounded by dogs, cats, birds, fish, even a lizard. I love animals and have been sitting for both dogs and cats for 3+ years.
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Friendly Dog-and-cat Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an enthusiastic caregiver who is patient and friendly. I love animals of all kinds and am open to new experiences. As someone who has two dogs, two cats, and an extended family that could qualify to be its own zoo, I have lots of experience with pets. I am passionate about animal care and providing families with reliable...
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Hi! My Name Is Claire, A Pet Sitter Offering Walks, Play Time And Companionship!

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting my whole life which has brought me so much joy and relationships with my clients! I have experience in Animal Care Knowledge with different kinds of pets (dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs, hamsters etc). While every pet is different I have experienced lots within my time of watching and caring for pets...
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Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and cats so much I have been walking, watching, and taking care of friends' and family members' pets for periods of up to a week since I've been in middle school! I am available everyday, except Tuesdays and Fridays, before 1:30 p.m. and most evenings.
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Energetic, Loving Pet-Sitter Available

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi everyone! My name is Kanza and I'm the mom of a 5-year-old rescue gray tabby cat. I've been caring for cats and kittens for over 13 years. Additionally, I have 7 years of experience caring for two dachshunds (wiener dogs). My responsibilities have included feeding, walking and providing lots of love to small and medium sized...
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About Me

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
grooming
I am a certified animal lover with 2 furry friends of my own at home. I have 3 years of dog walking and cat-sitting experience and 1 year of animal shelter volunteering experience. I love caring for animals and find it to be a great way to help support myself as an independent student .
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Pet Care Walker & Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$17/hr
Hello there! As a passionate and experienced pet lover, I would be thrilled to care for your beloved furry friends. Having grown up with four dogs and several cats throughout my life, I understand the importance of providing affection, attention, and responsible care to ensure the well-being and happiness of pets. With my...
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Pet sitting
pet walking
My name is Aoife and I am currently a Junior at Rutgers University. For as long as I can remember I have always loved animals. This passion for pets is what sparked my becoming a pet sitter. I started pet sitting in middle school when neighbors would go on vacation, I would feed their cat and fish. In my home growing up we have...
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New Brunswick, NJ

from
$12/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have 0 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I've owned gold fish but I've never owned a dog or a cat. However, if a chihuahua comes around, it lightens me up inside if I'm having a bad moment or day and sometimes I'd greet the owner and ask to pet the dog. I'd love to learn more and have an...
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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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Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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.'s Photo

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
+ 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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.69/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in New Brunswick, NJ

Dog sitters near you in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ is $15.69.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, 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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