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Alice L.

Animal Lover Looking To Pet Sit And Dog Walk

Penns Grove, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
I am a hard worker with varied knowledge and understanding of animals, seeking a rewarding position in which my compassion for all animals, flexibility, enthusiasm and diligence will prove valuable and effective. I am experienced in caring for dogs, cats, rodents, turtles, fish, reptiles, and rabbits. I will make caring for your...

Andrea S. says "Alice is great with our two pups! She is reliable, a great communicator, and incredibly flexible when we have last minute shifts in our schedule. I don't...

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Heather B.

Pet Sitter Available

Woodstown, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
I have experience with all size dogs and many different breeds. I currently have three dogs and one cat in my home along with horses, goats, sheep, and barn cats on the farm. I started providing petcare for my neighbors when I was in middle school. I now have 10 clients who use me for overnight and daytime pet care when they go...
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Megan R.

Part-Time Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
I have been professionally pet sitting off and on for about 6 years. In the past, I have had experience working in kennels and as a vet tech assistant. I have and can give baths, cut nails, administer medications, etc. My very first Care. com client was a family with a 1-year-old Newfoundland that had knee surgery. They needed...

Amy S. says "Megan has literally given me back my sanity by organizing, decluttering, preparing meals, pet care and laundry. Couldn't function without her and absolutely...

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Shelby R.

Part-time Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Shelby, and I am an avid animal lover! My own furry family includes 1 dog named Mila and 1 dog named Liberty. I provide pet sitting, walking, and light grooming/bathing for almost all types of animals. I have volunteered at a local animal shelter, Friends, and my duties included taking care of the cats. I helped...
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Devon L.

Responsible And Pro-active Dog And House Sitter

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
I grew up from age 2 with a lovable black Lab--Pit mix and an energetic Pit-Bull. Despite their loving and protective nature these dogs were difficult to train and I played a large roll in teaching both leash manners and walking them once or twice a day and taking them to the park. Because of my experience with my beautiful...
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Amy D.

Full-Time Loving Pet Caregiver With Reasonable Prices Available For Dog Walking/Overnight sitting

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet transportation
pet walking
Since 2015, I have been a full-time pet sitter and dog walker. I have cared for cats, kittens, including bottle-feeding and administration of meds, boxers, Irish Wolfhounds, Newfoundlands, Giant Schnauzers, Shelties, Terriers, Plotzhunds, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, and other breeds, rabbits, tropical and domestic...

Valesta W. says "Amy took care of our turtles and fish. She was attentive and thorough and communicative. We were very happy with her service, and she made us feel...

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Huyen B.

Compassionate Sitter!

Wilmington, DE

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Animals are my life! I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets and caring for family & friends. I currently own 4 cats & 1 dog that are...
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Sage C.

Wilmington, DE

from
$8/hr
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
I am a passionate, eager, reliable college student looking to get as much experience as possible over the summer and potentially breaks. I have always had a love for animals and would love to spend my free time caring for them. I have two dogs of my own as well as experience pet sitting for many families over the past years.
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Leah O.

Pet Sitter

Wilmington, DE

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
grooming
pet walking
+ 1 more
I grew up 2 high-energy golden retriever mixes and an unfriendly cat. Neither of these things scared me away! I now have my own cat. I've done pet sitting for a variety of different breeds of cats and dogs. I am not comfortable with birds, snakes, or spiders. If your furry friend needs a buddy while you're away, feel free to...
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Alexis M.

I Would Love To Meet You And Your Fur Babies!

Wilmington, DE

from
$49/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy, hard working, and fun! I like working with animals because they love you unconditionally! I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I've been around animals since I was an infant! Dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles/spiders, horses, goats, you name it! In my spare time, I like to...
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Ilicia C.

Fur The Love Of Dogs

Wilmington, DE

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
dog training
I have always had pets growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood. I've had the privilege of raising my own furbaby family. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in Pet Care is from having my own pets and caring for dogs within a professional...
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Viviana M.

Pet Lover

New Castle, DE

from
$8/hr
Pet walking
I love animals and am looking to earn money while doing what I love which is walking at the park. I have a poodle and have experience dog sitting big dogs such as bull dogs or pit bull.
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Sharon B.

Pet Sitter Available

Wilmington, DE

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I provide pet care in your home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. My experience includes large dogs (my husband and I had a Russian Wolfhound, Yellow Lab), mid-sized dogs (Border Collie, a few sweet mutts!), and small dogs (Dachshund - my family always had a Dachshund, both long and short haired). I have also lived with...
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Christine C.

Passionate And Ready Take Opportunity As A Dog Walker And Pet Sitter!

New Castle, DE

from
$19/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, honest and friendly I like working with animals because It helps improve self confidence but also reduces stress from my busy college life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible as a college student. Clear instructions. Easy to contact the people just for question or checking up. Pay...
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Julie M.

Reliable Pet Lover For Walks, Sitting & Safe Rides!

Wilmington, DE

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Dedicated animal lover with a passion for keeping pets happy, healthy, and safe while you're away or on-the-go. Whether it's a daily walk, overnight house sitting, or safe transportation to the vet or groomer, I'm here to help give your pet the attention and care they deserve. With 4 years of experience caring for dogs, cats,...
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Morgan E.

Wilmington, DE

from
$8/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have had experience over the past 2 years of walking dogs. But also dog sitting, and am willing to dog sit over night as well.
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Emily W.

Flexible, Hardworking, Self-Employed Personal Assistant

Wilmington, DE

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
My main experience has been with children as a nanny, however I have experience with dogs as well :) my sister has two beautiful golden retrievers, my dad has an adorable yorki-maltise, and I love to puppy sit! My experience has been for family and friends, but I love to play with the dogs, feed them, take them for walks, and...
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Isabella M.

Reliable Pet Sitter!!

Swedesboro, NJ

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Growing up I have had all different kinds of pets and always multiple in my house at a time! My love for pets began at a very young age and is very wide ranged for all different types of pets. I've cared for dogs, cats, fish, bunnies, guinea pigs, ferrets, hedgehogs, hamsters, birds, and just about any other kind of pet you can...
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Alma M.

Great Pet Sitter

Wilmington, DE

from
$17/hr
8 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
I was raised with animals since birth. I have experience with cats, dogs, guinea pigs and other rodents. Experience boarding.
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Nicole L.

I Love Pets

Wilmington, DE

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I don't have any professional background in pet sitting however I pet sit quite often for my friends and family. I specialize in cats and dogs and I have my own cat so I'm familiar with their needs.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Penns Grove, NJ

Dog Sitters in Penns Grove, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Alice L.

Alice is great with our two pups! She is reliable, a great communicator, and incredibly flexible when we have last minute shifts in our...

- Andrea S.

Megan R.

Megan has literally given me back my sanity by organizing, decluttering, preparing meals, pet care and laundry. Couldn't function without...

- Amy S.

Amy D.

Amy took care of our turtles and fish. She was attentive and thorough and communicative. We were very happy with her service, and she made...

- Valesta W.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Penns Grove, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove, NJ is $15.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove, 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 Penns Grove, 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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