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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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Noe D.

Experienced Pet Sitter Is Available

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
dog training
+ 1 more
I have a good experience in pet care. In a family I worked for there were dogs and cats and I always took care of them.
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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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Bridget C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I am an all-around animal-lover, willing to care for any kind of pet, though my experience is primarily with cats and dogs. I have five rescues of my own (four cats, one dog), and have been a pet-sitter for many different breeds of dogs (from little ones - I have a crazy little chihuahua rescued from a highway - to giant...
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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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Lynn H.

Fun Pet Sitter/dog Walker

Scotch Plains, NJ

from
$25/hr
Boarding
pet walking
I have two mini golden doodles who I love to play with and walk. Would love to take care of your pup too!
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Rachel L.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$14/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a pet of my own but do not have any formal pet sitting experience yet. I love animals and enjoy going on walks with my own dog.
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Gabriella J T.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Daily feeding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I'm Gabbi your neighborhood friendly dog sitter and walker! As a lifelong pet lover and owner of cats, birds, and dogs I know how important it is to make sure your pets feel loved and cared for. Whether it's walks, pet sitting or simple drop ins I treat every pet as if it's my own. I'm comfortable with special needs, senior...
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Tierney M.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a lover of all animals. I have over 2 years of experience in dog sitting/walking. All with positive reviews. I have a large dog of my own, whom I adore, and I hope to get to know your pet to the best of my abilities. No pet is too much of a challenge for me. I love long walks and hiking and well as spending time outside!...
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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
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
pet transportation
+ 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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Kathleen D.

Fun Sitter/ Cat Lover And Doggies Too

Warren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and dog walkingI have owned pets my whole life and they are my world. I am Certified in Reiki I for pets and will complete my further training this year. Looking forward to meeting your beauties:))

Bernard S. says "Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!"

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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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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

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

Animal Lover

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have a lot of experience of taking care of pets. I, myself had a dog, and I've taken care of the pets of families I have worked for whether it be day walks, feedings and/or overnight care so your fur-babies aren't locked up in a boarding facility; which I love and adore spending time and snuggles. I'm honest, kind, and get...
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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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Zviad G.

Pet Lover Person And Experienced Sitter

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Friendly and trusted pet sitter, who can care on different kinds of pets and enjoy with dog walking routinely.
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Janel M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
grooming
pet walking
boarding
pet transportation
+ 1 more
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...
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Samantha M.

I Have Been Pet Sitting For 2 Years!

Kenilworth, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I would love to work with you and your pet whenever necessary! I have 2 years experience. I've pet sit dogs and cats mostly.
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Fritzdia B.

Maplewood, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! Thanks for taking a look at my profile :) I have 2 cats of my of my own and I have a couple of years of professional experience cat/dog sitting when families went away for vacation.
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Evangeline L.

Friendly Dog-and-cat Sitter

New Brunswick, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
daily feeding
pet sitting
I am an enthusiastic caregiver who is patient and friendly. I love animals of all kinds and am open to new experiences. As someone who has two dogs, two cats, and an extended family that could qualify to be its own zoo, I have lots of experience with pets. I am passionate about animal care and providing families with reliable...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.44/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

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

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

Gina P.

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...

- Care member

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.

Kathleen D.

Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!

- Bernard S.

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

Dog sitters near you in Scotch 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 Scotch 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 Scotch Plains, NJ is $16.44.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Scotch 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 Scotch 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 Scotch 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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