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Kathryn P.

Dog And Cat Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet transportation
I'm currently looking to pet sit either part time or just occasionally. I have experience pet sitting for families and also used to work for a dog walking company. I would walk there pets but also take care of any other animals that needed to be cared for in the home as well. So very used to meeting all types of animals. I...
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Maria S.

Part -time Pet Care Giver

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding. 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 and enjoy caring for them.

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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Alyssa W.

Pet Sitter (dogs, Cats, And Other Animals)

South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm alyssa, I absolutely love animals. I have 2 dogs of my own who I love and are my babies. I take pride in providing the best care for them. For the past 6 years I have pet-sat for many different dogs and cats taking amazing care of them as if they were my own. I have cared for all kinds of dogs with different needs,...
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Keira F.

South Plainfield, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a dog owner of a 13-year-old westie. I have experience cat and dog sitting for vacations. I love animals and would love to get to know your pet!
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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 walking
pet transportation
grooming
pet sitting
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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Kelly F.

Part-Time Pet Caregiver Available

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands."

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Ashley P.

Pet-Sitter

Bound Brook, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
I have pet sat for several years. It ranges from occasional visits to feed and walk the dogs to staying over night to care for the furry friends. I absolutely loves animals and have 3 dogs and a cat myself. I am currently working remotely and have a very open schedule! Looking forward to discussing potential job opportunities...

Kimberly S. says "Ashley watched our three dogs on very short notice. She was reliable and took excellent care of our pooches. Ashley communicated well and sent us...

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Elizabeth A.

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
I will provide dog walking, waste clean up, provide food/water and dog/cat sitting in your home. I have been raised around dogs, cats, birds and fish, my whole life. In 2023, I had to say goodbye to my fur baby Lucky, who turned 18 years. Lucky was my pride and joy. I've had him since he was 6 weeks old and I couldn't have...

Care Member says "The most important thing for me was to find someone who would treat my sister like family and that’s what I’ve found with Liz. She’s reliable, prompt,...

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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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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
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 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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Samantha L.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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Rebecca M.

Bubbly Caretaker

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
grooming
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced pet caretaker with great references and 10+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.

Cynthia M. says "Rebecca is very friendly and helpful. She goes above and beyond."

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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
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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Casey W.

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
administration of medicine
I have been working with animals for over 10 years as a walker and pet-sitter for small to large breeds. I have experience caring for disabled pets as well as those displaying behavioral problems. In addition, I am dog and cat CPR-certified; and as a Certified Nursing Assistant, am able to administer medication. I believe I am...

Kelly B. says "Casey went above and beyond taking care of our cat for 8 days. Our cat had recently gone through numerous health complications and we were hesitant to...

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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 walking
grooming
pet sitting
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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Alison V.

Friendly, Enthusiastic Cat Sitter

East Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
I love animals. I've had cats all of my life and absolutely adore them. I also love dogs- I'm great with small and large dogs. I don't mind kisses or dogs who jump up when they get excited. I love walking and am happy to do 30 minute or even hour long walks depending on your dog's individual needs. I'm more than happy to run...
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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 walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
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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Lily M.

Dog And Cat Sitter

Somerset, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Experience house-sitting with both dogs and cats, dog-walking, play-time, pet check-in's and more! I also currently own a cat and have experience caring for cats and dogs for 10+ years.
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Nini T.

Sayreville, NJ

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$27/hr
1 year experience
Organization
carpet cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Nino and I'm looking for any side work I can get my hands on. Could be anything from pet sitting, walking your dog(s) to doing the dishes that you need done. I love to clean and am good with doing full house deep cleans. I'm available all the time so please feel free to reach out/message me with any work...
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Barbara T.

Gentle Care For Your Best Friend!

Carteret, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
boarding
I have grown up with animals my entire life. Starting out with cats, dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs and fish. Caring for animals has been my lifelong calling. I have a passion for learning and understanding all different types of animals. My experience in pet care comes from having my own pets and caring for family, friends and...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in South Plainfield, NJ

Dog Sitters in South Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Maria S.

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...

- Wendy M.

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.

Kelly F.

Kelly is extremely proactive and professional. Your pets are in terrific, caring hands.

- Care member

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in South Plainfield, NJ

Dog sitters near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, NJ is $17.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, 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 South Plainfield, 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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