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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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Nicholas O.

Pet / House Sitter & Dog Walker

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Hi there! I've worked as a House Manager, Pet Sitter, Dog Walker & Personal Assistant for the past 5 years and I have extensive experience with both Dogs and Cats.
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Engji H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
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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John H.

Part Time Pet-sitter Available For In Home Care

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Growing up, I spent plenty of time caring for the various fish, dogs, and cats my family has adopted. Being a pet owner and caretaker is second nature to me! I love spending time with everyone's furry friends, but I'm also very keen on making sure they're always 100% comfortable with me first! A good animal-human relationship is...
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Michelle T.

Vet Tech, Dog Daycare, Pet Sitter Extraordinaire!

Little Ferry, NJ

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
administration of medicine
I have been working in the Veterinary field since February 2012. I was a vet assistant to all types, sizes & personalities of dogs & cats for 4 years. In May 2016 I became a vet tech at another animal hospital that also sees exotic pets ranging from birds to small mammals to reptiles. I also have dog daycare experience. I...

Care Member says "Knowledgeable and experienced in her work, I trust Michelle to take care of any animal under her watch. She doesn't just love animals, she GETS them. I...

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Ashley S.

Brand New Pet Sitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Ashley and I am 22 years old . I am currently a current college student working to get my degree in biology. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting. I love animals so much. I will do anything you need me to do to take care of your pets. I currently own a 4-year-old dog and will treat your pets as if they were...

Mallory Z. says "The absolute all time best sitter ever!!"

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Dorothy M.

Pet Sitter

Cliffside Park, NJ

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
administration of medicine
Hello, I am a pet sitter, care taker. I've had a passion for animals since I was a little girl, I love animals. I sometimes wish I can have my own zoo. I'm 27 years old, I have a 2-year-old daughter and, I'm also a dog mom. I have a beautiful pitbull she will be turning two.
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Cindy G.

Yonkers, NY

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
Provided exceptional pet care services including dog walking, pet feeding, dog sitting and home visits. I'm a highly organized and reliable pet sitter.
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Anyae R.

New York, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Growing up with two pit bulls since 2014, I have developed a deep love and understanding of dogs. My hands-on experience includes daily responsibilities such as walking, feeding, and playing with them, as well as ensuring their safety and well-being. I'm attentive and committed, always keeping a watchful eye to prevent any...
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Angelica G.

Caregiver For Your Furry Friends!

New Milford, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
Hi! My name is Angelica, and I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for both dogs and cats. I've personally owned a Boxer and a cat, so I understand the energy, care, and attention pets need. I'm open to a variety of pet care tasks, including feeding, walking, playtime, administering medications, and...
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Cassandra V.

Walker !!

Bronx, NY

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, how are you? My name is Cassandra . I have been using a pet service app to take care of pets. Mostly being dogs . I mostly do walking but I can also do pet sitting! Let me know what works best for you! Day and time!
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Gillian W.

Animal Lover Available For Pet Sitting

New York, NY

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I am a 47-year-old female, residing on the upper east side of Manhattan. I am a huge animal lover! I grew up with a dog and cats. And as an adult, I have always had either a dog or cat. I am currently pursuing my masters degree in psychology. I am available for cat and dog sitting, either at my apartment, or the cat/dog's home....
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Yonatan I.

Wyckoff, NJ

from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
Loving & Reliable Pet Care Hi! I'm Yonatan, a dependable, active, and caring pet sitter with years of experience looking after family pets while babysitting and managing busy households. I am a proud cat owner and have experience with dogs. I'm attentive, detail-oriented, and comfortable with feeding, walking, playtime,...
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Morgan W.

Trustworthy And Experienced Sitter

New York, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I have over 15 years experience caring for both small and large dogs. Growing up we had a very smart and opinionated Poodle and a beautiful and loyal Sheltie. I have families that I have worked with for years, in both the downtown and midtown areas, caring for and staying with their pups and kitties when out of town or when...
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Jaclyn M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

New York, NY

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, my name is Jaclyn and I'm currently an upcoming sophomore at the University of Iowa hoping to go into Occupational therapy! I have lots of experience with dogs and have grown up with them around the house since I was 5. I have experience with small, medium and large dogs and am comfortable walking all sizes as well. I also...
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Kimberly Z.

Experienced Cat And Dog Sitter

Fort Lee, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
Hi! My name is Kim and I have experience with both cat and cat sitting. I also have previously pet-sat for families that have gone away on trips and kept their pets company. Please feel free to reach out if you are in the NYC/NJ area.
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Nicole B.

Kind Compassionate Caregiver

North Bergen, NJ

from
$16/hr
Pet sitting
boarding
I have over 5 years of experience walking, sitting and boarding dogs. I also have experience fostering cats before they are adopted. I have owned a snake, turtles and cared for lizards before. I love animals and so does my 3. 5-year-old son.
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Ivanna N.

Three F's - Fun, Fantastic And Firm.

Yonkers, NY

from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! I'm Iva and I have 7 years of paid pet care experience. Growing up I was surrounded by dogs, cats, and birds, and even had/have a horse. I provide pet sitting in your own home. Walks, baths (cats tend to be more difficult but I somehow have gotten it done with long gloves), and playing is all a part of the job! I'm...
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Daniella D.

Part Time Care Giver Available

New York, NY

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have babysitting and dog sitting experience. I grew up with a dog and my family still has one. I have experience caring for dogs since I was in middle school. I have been a dog walker or someone who stays overnight with the dog.
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Sophia M.

New York, NY

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Experienced and reliable dog walker and sitter based in NYC, passionate about providing loving, attentive care to every pup. With over 3 years of experience across Manhattan and Brooklyn, I specialize in private and group walks, overnight sitting, and personalized routines. I'm comfortable with dogs and cats of all sizes,...
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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in River Edge, NJ

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

Francine M.

Francine is great! Very dependable, friendly, and excellent with communication. Francine watched our dog while we were away and always kept...

- Jenifer C.

Engji H.

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...

- Melanie M.

Michelle T.

Knowledgeable and experienced in her work, I trust Michelle to take care of any animal under her watch. She doesn't just love animals, she...

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in River Edge, NJ

Dog sitters near you in River Edge, 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 River Edge, 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 River Edge, NJ is $20.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in River Edge, 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 River Edge, 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 River Edge, 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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