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April D.

Dog Sitter In Pompton Plains

Pompton Plains, NJ

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$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello my name is April. I'm from Pompton Plains and have been dog watching over the last 5 years. I have two dogs of my own and a cat too. I'm going to medical school in June so in the meantime I have been solely dog sitting. I am very flexible. Please let me know if you have any questions and can get references if needed!
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Marianne O.

Pompton Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a dedicated dog walker and pet sitter with over five years of experience, I've had the joy of caring for more than 50 dogs and cats across diverse breeds and personalities. My services include daily walks tailored to each pet's energy level; whether it's a brisk 5-mile hike for a high-energy Labrador or a gentle stroll for a...
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Lisa B.

Dog/Cat Mom

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
I have extensive knowledge in dog care, medical conditions, nutrition, and dog products/fashion (my business). I know how to read a dog's body language. I am from New York and have safely walked dogs on the busiest streets. Safety is my utmost priority when walking a dog. I am always aware of other dogs in their sight. I believe...

Susan B. says "I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone searching for a loving and reliable caregiver. Lisa provided daily care for my cat while I was vacationing. Each...

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Janine P.

Pet Sitter

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I am a dog sitter/dog walker with 15 years experience. I will provide walking feeding, changing water and playing with your pup. I will treat your pop like it was my own. I have two rescue dogs that I just absolutely love. Don't hesitate to give me a call. I have several references that I can give you thank you.

David E. says "Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!"

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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
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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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Morgan K.

Pompton Lakes, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have had pets my entire life and love being around animals in general. I am comfortable with cats, dogs, any various other pets. I am comfortable with dogs of any size, I have two large ones of my own! I have done dog walking for multiple families in the past and cat sitting as well. :)

Maureen A. says "I really appreciate her prompt responses to whenever I contact her. Also, she always gave me an update on her walk and visit with our dog, without my...

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Kristy B.

Pet Care Provider

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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 12 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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Pamela C.

Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have taken care of pets for friends and friends of co-workers. I also worked years ago for a professional pet-sitting agency in northern NJ. I can come to your home and take care of your cats, walk your dog(s). I have also taken limited care of birds, fish, a chinchilla, and a turtle.

Mary W. says "I have known Pam over the past many years. During that time she has taken care of my pet cats, Liam and Abigail. I have found her to be thorough in...

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Stephanie B.

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
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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Engji H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I have had experiences with animals all my life. I provide dog sitting in homes. I have had the occasional dog sit and live in the home while the family has been on vacation. I am not allergic to any pets considering I have a cat at home. I would definitely consider myself an animal lover.

Melanie M. says "I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet when we are...

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Francine M.

Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
I'm an experienced pet owner and walker. For four years, I've sat for a large dog in Montclair. My responsibilities included walks, feeding and staying at the house while the family was away on vacation. I'll be able to do mornings, lunch visits, evenings, and everything in between. I'll give your pet the 1:1 attention he or she...

Jenifer C. says "Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept us updated by...

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Rebecca D.

Let Me Give Your Pets The Best Day!

West Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
grooming
boarding
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Rebecca and I'm a happy, reliable and active pet walker and sitter. I have two Australian shepherds, a cat and a lot of fish. My dogs are high energy and require a lot of work so I'm not shy to a high maintenance pet. I go above and beyond for my animals every single day and would do the same for yours. I love hiking and...

Care Member says "Rebecca is fantastic! She had taken care of my dog, Levi, several times over the last 2 years. He always comes back super happy and well taken care of....

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Ayca D.

Pet Sitter, Groomer, Veterinary Assistant

Paterson, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Daily feeding
dog training
boarding
pet walking
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
My skills include; I worked as a veterinary assistant and groomer training I'd describe my personality as; Attentive, responsible, professional I like working with animals because; I grew up with cats and dogs since my childhood. Later, working with animals became a passion for me. I have two cats now, I had a dog...
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Aysegul T.

Clifton, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Loving care when you're not there! Hi! I'm someone who genuinely adores animals and treats every pet as if they were my own. Whether your dog needs a fun walk or your cat just wants some gentle company, I'm here to help with love, patience, and plenty of cuddles. What I offer: Daily dog walks - safe, energizing, and fun Cat...
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Sheayla M.

Little Falls, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi, I am a very professional and experienced pet taker. I have had 3 dogs and 2 cats. I have been pet sitting for about 3 years now for family and friends. I love animals and have a lot of experience of how to take care of them. I am able to sit at the owners house or provide board if needed.
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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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Erika P.

Rockaway, NJ

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$20/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Erika. I have 10 years of experience in pet/house sitting and I absolutely adore all animals! I have worked with primarily 1 family for the past 10 years, caring for their dog for a few days at a time (overnight) every other month. In addition to that, I have a cat of my own currently. I also grew up with dogs and...
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Mike P.

Paterson, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My experience consists of dog sitting and dog watching I would watch clients dogs when they are out of town and things like that. This consist of dog walks, pampering, feeding and spending time with pets in general.
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Meghan K.

Part Time Pet Care Available

Parsippany, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
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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Natalie M.

#1 Pet Caregiver!

Haledon, NJ

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$40/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
daily feeding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
Hi everyone my name is Natalie! I am usually available any time of day including early morning, mid day and night. I offer overnight stays and am very comfortable around all types of dogs. I have experience from big dogs who pull to elderly dogs as well. I enjoy going out and I would take care of any of your dogs or cats as if...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Pompton Plains, NJ

Dog Sitters in Pompton Plains, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Lisa B.

I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone searching for a loving and reliable caregiver. Lisa provided daily care for my cat while I was...

- Susan B.

Janine P.

Janine always shows up on time and gives extra special care. Highly recommend!

- David E.

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.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Pompton Plains, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, NJ is $17.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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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