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Tatiana B.

Parsippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I have a lot of experience of pet sitting. I not only pet sit for my own family when needed, which includes dogs, cats, fish, birds and goats but I have taken care of countless of dogs and cats over the years for family and friends. I'm very good with animals and like I mentioned earlier I have experience with all kinds...
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Michelle V.

Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home

Parsippany, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I have been a cat owner my entire life and currently have 3 boys. I can provide pet sitting in your home for all kinds of pets. Cats are my specialty! I can also walk the dog and feed the fish! I have over 13 years of experience in walking dogs and pet sitting both on my own and with a company. I love all animals! I am also a...

Stephanie W. says "I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my...

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Maria P.

Love Furry Friends!

Parsippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
Hello! I have 2 years of professional dog walking/animal sitting. I have animals of my own and have so much love for my fur babies. Looking to just pick something up on the weekends or early mornings/afternoon since I am also a part time nanny:) I have many references
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Stephanie B.

Parsippany, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
grooming
I graduated from Kean University with my Bachelors in Psychology in 2024. During my free time I like to go on nature walks, travel and create canvases! In regard to my experience with pet sitting, I have worked as a pet sitter as a side job for about a year. I've cared for cats, dogs, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, hedgehogs,...
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Meghan K.

Part Time Pet Care Available

Parsippany, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
Throughout college even into my thirties, I was constantly asked to pet sit for friends, family, and eventually, friends of friends by word of mouth. I never expected to pay for so much of college tuition house sitting/pet sitting, but I guess it was apparent to most people that I treated their fur babies as my own. I "joke"...
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Megan D.

Dog Walker

Parsippany, NJ

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$15/hr
Hello my name is Megan i've been dog sitting and Dog Walking for two years I have two dogs of my own. I love them so much they are my family. When I dog walk from my clients, I always make sure to take a lot of pictures and let them know how their dog is doing during the day
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Stephanie B.

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
I have had many pets of my own, I currently have 2 cats. I have 6 years of experience dog/cat sitting my neighbors and friends pets. I am currently in college so I am definitely missing my cats and don't want my love and fun to go to waste! I don't have experience with exotic/farm animals but provided that you give me clear...

Natalia T. says "I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got...

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Kristy B.

Pet Care Provider

Lincoln Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I am a full-time pet sitter who is reliable, detail-oriented, and funny. I have been providing professional pet care services for dogs and cats for the past 8 years. I am available for both short-notice and regularly scheduled walks. Should you require overnight visits, I am also available to provide care for your pet in your...

Judi S. says "Kristy is unbelievable! My mom would visit or overnight sit my four cats for years; we didn't realize how good she was until she could no longer due to...

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Natalie B.

Youth Soccer Coach | Dog Lover | Babysitter

Dover, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...

Rachel C. says "Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her. "

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Desiree R.

Pet Sitter- Dogs,Cats,Fish

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Newly Rutgers graduate . I am an avid animal lover and have always had them growing up. I currently have 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a fish! I've also had a gecko and rabbits. Open to taking care of most animals just ask!
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Audrey R.

Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!

Randolph, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Grooming
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...

Nataliia M. says "Audrey took amazing care of our 2 cats for 10 days, she played with them, fed them, cleaned their litters. She even sent us pictures of them. Our...

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Alyssa O.

West Orange, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi everyone I'm Aly! I've been a nanny/pet sitter for many years now! I've helped many families with not just their babies but their fur babies as well! Lol I have cared for bunnies, cats, dogs, fish and bearded dragons! I currently own two cats and would love to be able to work more with animals as I not only want to give them...
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Suzette C.

Amazing Animal Sitter

Boonton, NJ

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$15/hr
Hello, my name is Suzette I'm taking care of any animals. I will take your dog/ cat out for a walk. I will make sure to feed your animal, play and send you pictures of them
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Drilona H.

Butler, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have about 3 years of experience with pet sitting dogs and cats! I love all kinds of animals and I'm also very good with them! Im very responsible and smart so your animals are in great hands!
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Sydney L.

Rockaway, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 dogs of my own at home and have experience caring for my own dogs as well as others such as pet sitting and dog walking.
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Bailey S.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Caldwell, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have four dogs at home. I take care of two dogs throughout the year. Dogs are a big part of my everyday life.
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Madeline V.

Pet Sitter

Whippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
I'm a reliable and caring dog sitter with experience from taking care of my own dog and helping friends with theirs. I'm comfortable with feeding, walking, and playtime. I most comfortable with dogs but many of my friends have other animals that I also feel comfortable around.
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Alexander C.

Cat Dad

Lincoln Park, NJ

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
20-year-old cat dad and animal lover seeking summertime pet sitting opportunities! I have 3 cats, (14, 8, and 2) and I grew up with pets my entire life, ranging from cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, chickens, ducks, fish, birds and reptiles. I am available until August 28th.
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Kiersten M.

Animal Lover

Caldwell, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have been a dog walker and cat sitter for a few years and absolutely love animals. I also have a cat and two dogs of my own that I adore, that live at my mother and father now, as I have moved to Hoboken. I have also volunteered at local animal shelters and fostered a mother and her 3 kittens for 3 months until finding their...
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Lianna S.

Totowa, NJ

from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello pet parents My name is Lianna and I am a local sitter and animal lover. My favorite animals are cats and dogs. I have been pet sitting for about 8 years now. When I'm pet sitting I love playing, walking, and brushing them. I am very reliable, nurturing, punctual, and tidy. I have my own transportation and I'm a nonsmoker....
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.83/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Parsippany, NJ

Dog Sitters in Parsippany, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Michelle V.

I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered...

- Stephanie W.

Stephanie B.

I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how...

- Natalia T.

Kristy B.

Kristy is unbelievable! My mom would visit or overnight sit my four cats for years; we didn't realize how good she was until she could no...

- Judi S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Parsippany, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, NJ is $15.83.

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