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5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own.
I have cared for...
Autumn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, daily feeding, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"We continue to call upon Autumn to pet and home-sit when we travel or have long weekends away. Autumn takes excellent care of our dog and house. She has also been flexible and accommodating when our plans have changed.
I highly recommend Autumn and am confident...
Craig & Carolyn W.
Samantha L.
Somerset, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Pet Person if there ever was one! I have 2 guinea pigs in my apartment right now. I have had fish, gerbils, cats, and dogs in the past. I have experience with Pitbulls and other "aggressive" breeds that are misunderstood. I am comfortable with dogs and cats. I am willing and able to come to you so you don't have to worry...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Janel can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding & more
Samantha L.
Clark, NJ
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.
Samantha can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."
Andrew B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kelly can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, daily feeding, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs...
Kasey L.
Gina P.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello
my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood.
I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job)
Free of allergies from animal hair/dander
In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...
Gina can also help with: Pet walking
5.0
"Gina is enthusiastic and energetic, a breath of fresh air! Always offers to do anything I need! I love her but my dog loves her more! One of the best!"
Linda H.
I have had several jobs for Pet sitting. I have worked with snickerdoodles, shih tzu, and German shepherd mixes. In addition to being a Dog lover, I am also a Cat lover and I have experience with Birds and Chinchillas.
Susan can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
I have owned a pit bull my whole life, so I know how to care for bigger and smaller dogs. I have helped friends in the past with dog sitting. I will ensure that our little furry friends are properly cared for, fed, walked, and played with!
Jaime can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I have a maltipoo dog of my own & would love to help walk or sit with your dog.
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving & happy
I like working with animals because they love unconditionally.
I'm looking for a job that helps others.
I started working with animals when I had my first dog as a child. I had a maltipoo for...
Hailey T.
South Plainfield, NJ
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and hardworking person who has had dogs my whole life. Love all animal. I've had years of experience with walking and sitting animals.
Hailey can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Kari 26, is a dedicated professional with a decade of experience in childcare, and pet care. She is currently transitioning from a 4-year role as a Special Education Middle School Teacher to building her own business from the ground up. She is super passionate about helping others, whether it be with nannying, cleaning and...
Kari can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
I have boarded/babysat for friends & family animals when they go on vacation. Their fur babies are treated just like my own. I have 2 dogs, a cockapoo who is 14 yrs old and a beagle who is 13 yrs old. I also have 2 breaded dragons, 8 birds, and 1 cat named milo who is 2. I have a big backyard and live next to a dog park. My...
Carla can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation
To me animals are equal to human beings. They feel, love, and hurt emotionally just like we do. I have had so many animals through out my life. I pick up strays and take them to shelters. I have a toy beagle my self, I consider her my daughter. I am very responsible. I have a yer experience (outside of growing up on a farm like...
Melissa can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
I recently watch two children that are three and four they have chickens and dogs. We are always playing games and making cool arts and crafts!
I also watch and pick up a girl that's 4 years old and drive her home often from school we go to the park and play games at home! She's super creative we love building and counting...
Cheyenne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
I've had dogs and cats my whole life and I love caring for them. I can also care for leopard geckos.
Melissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Tiffani G.
South Plainfield, NJ
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am currently senior year nursing student looking for a side job as pet caregiver. I love pets and have had experience in caring for family and friends pets while they go away. I have a lot patience and I would not disappoint you and your pet. I go very well with dogs, I feel like get the most connection with them. Trust me, I...
Tiffani can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, daily feeding
Grace M.
Westfield, NJ
$20-25/hr
Hi! I am also available to dog sit, I have been dog sitting for a couple years now and have references! I am available if you need a dog walker or dog sitting in the next week while i'm home on break, my family has two cavalier king charles, so have always been a dog person!!
Grace can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Edila M.
South River, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of experience for children. I have many references if needed on baby sitting, and dog sitting.
Edila can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
I am an animal lover who has had all kinds of animals from cats and dogs to small furry critters! I volunteer with a couple of local rescues and am currently caring for 2 cats. I am just starting out so my PAID experience is limited to the current cat sitting job. (I am also house sitting as the cats owner is ill and cannot be...
Carolyn can also help with: Daily feeding, pet sitting, pet walking
Victoria A.
Edison, NJ
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Have been sitting for cats and dogs since I was 12! I am currently a mom of two cats and one dog :) I'll make sure to keep your pets happy and be interactive with them. I also love sending updates, and will make sure to follow the schedule you provide me.
Victoria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Piscataway, NJ
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.
- Susan A.
Samantha L.
5.0
Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.
- Andrew B.
Kelly F.
5.0
Kelly is amazing! We have worked with Kelly for over two years. My husband and I work all kinds of hours and our schedules change constantly. Kelly has always been super flexible and willing to accommodate. After two months of working with Kelly, one of our dogs had surgery, Kelly's background as a...
- Kasey L.
Gina P.
5.0
I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met her, it was clear that she is an animal lover through and through. Her interactions with my cats were so warm and caring that it put me immediately...
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Piscataway, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Piscataway, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ is $13.71.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Piscataway, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Piscataway, 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 Piscataway, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Piscataway, 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.