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Paige T.

Friendly, Caring, And Experienced Pet Sitter

Port Reading, NJ

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I come from a family of animal lovers! I've grown up around multiple dogs my whole life, and I always played an active role in taking care of them. I now own my own dog, whom I adore. I love dogs and taking care of them.
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Susan S.

Pet Sitter At Your Service

Port Reading, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I love dogs and pets I can help with Boarding/ pet sitting and Pet Walking. I'll make sure to treat your pet with care
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Bridget R.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Bridget and I am a CMA, and I am a nursing student. My interest in nursing school is pediatrics! I am CPR & BLS certified. I have reliable transportation. I also provide animal sitting in your own home! I am an animal lover! I love all dogs, regardless of size or age. I can provide walks, baths, and light grooming. I...
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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting and house sitting in your own home. I am an experienced pet owner. I have owned many cats, as well as one dog. I love animals of all sizes and abilities, and I am happy to accommodate any animals needs.
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Elisa K.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
I have two pet myself- hamster and a guinea pig. I have had pet sitting before-two cats, dog, bird and fish.

Rose N. says "I hired Elisa for home cleaning our apt in Brooklyn. Elisa was excellent and very professional. She cleaned using natural products whenever possible. She...

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Susan B.

Professional Pet Sitter - Full Time

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
+ 1 more
I have been a professional pet sitter since 2004. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. Some of the services I provide include pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, overnight, vacation care, special needs pets, medication (pills and/or shots). I have had pets most of my life and have spent many hours volunteering ....

Mike L. says "I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need them. Susan even...

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Autumn H.

Pet/Dog Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
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...

Susan A. says "Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again."

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Jaqmeille M.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello I'm Jackie and I am 25 years old. have been walking and sitting dogs for 8 years. I have a dog and cat or my own for 5 years. I also watch provide boarding services as well. I am patient, active, and love animals. I have my own transportation and I am a non smoker.
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Gina P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Svetlana M.

Caring Mom And An Athletic Person. Great Cook

Metuchen, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
I can help with Pet Sitting, Dog walking and some basic grooming. As a kid I always wanted to play with the biggest dog. I was never afraid of the biggest scariest dog in town. I've walked and cared for various dogs and they always feel good around me. The small dogs always tend to jump in my lap even though it's the first time...

Care Member says "Svetlana is wonderful with my dogs! She’s very gentle and caring, she’s very good with my Bentley, he is not very friendly with other people but he is...

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Maria G.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
I am an animal lover. I can also train little pups. I am a dog walker based in jersey city mainly but willing to travel. I also board animals at home in case you are on leave or sit at their home.

Care Member says "This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I as we were...

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Maria S.

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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Emily P.

Part-time Caregiver

Westfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. While I do not have paid experience, I have petsat multiple times for family members, and I am very comfortable with all animals. I look forward to meeting your furry sons and daughters.
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Antoinette I.

Laughter Maker And Fun Sitter Mama

Staten Island, NY

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Antoinette. I'm a loving and dependable pet caregiver with a lifelong passion for animals. I've cared for cats since I was a teenager and had a sweet Yorkie who was part of my family for many years. Though both of my pets have passed, I continue to share my love for animals through pet sitting. I understand how...
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Alissa W.

Pet Sitter

Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I have taken care of various pets, from dogs and cats to hamsters and birds. I have always had two cats since birth and have to take care of them everyday, whether it be feeding them, cleaning up after them or even taking them to the vet.
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Federico C.

Will Care Dogs Or Cats / Comfortable With Both!

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
I've always had pets in my family, I own a cat but had dogs before as well , I'm pretty comfortable with them doesn't matter the size or breed. I know the difference between cats and dogs and how to treat and be around them. Im 25 years old and, I love sports and fitness in general. I'm an athlete in jiujitsu (martial art/sport)...
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Alejandro P.

Elizabeth, NJ

from
$18/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a friendly and reliable dog sitter . I love walking, playing and making sure pets feel safe and happy while their owners are away.
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Emily R.

Dog Sitter!

Roselle Park, NJ

from
$18/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! My name is Emily , and I am currently a student at Kean University! Let me tell you about myself! I grew up with dogs since I was 5! I would love to help out with walks, help feed and take care of them furry animals for you! Let me know what I can do!
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Tatyana G.

Bayonne, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi there! My name is Tatyana, and I'm a lifelong animal lover with two small dogs of my own, so I truly understand how much love, attention, and care pets need and deserve. With 5 years of professional caregiving experience (including working with children with special needs), I bring patience, responsibility, and a calm energy...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of October 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Port Reading, NJ

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

Samantha L.

Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs.

- Andrew B.

Elisa K.

I hired Elisa for home cleaning our apt in Brooklyn. Elisa was excellent and very professional. She cleaned using natural products...

- Rose N.

Susan B.

I was very comfortable with Susan and felt she will be my go to person for my pets. I need to know someone is there for me when I need...

- Mike L.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Port Reading, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, NJ is $16.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, 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 Port Reading, 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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