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Lianna S.

Totowa, NJ

from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hello pet parents My name is Lianna and I am a local sitter and animal lover. My favorite animals are cats and dogs. I have been pet sitting for about 8 years now. When I'm pet sitting I love playing, walking, and brushing them. I am very reliable, nurturing, punctual, and tidy. I have my own transportation and I'm a nonsmoker....
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Gioia G.

Totowa, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have two pups of my own; a golden doodle and a shitzu mix. I love animals and have experience with dog waking and dog sitting!
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Pamela C.

Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Maria T.

Pet Provider

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi I am mila, a Pet lover. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I had experience with dogs, cats and different domestic animals. I love animals of all sizes, ages and hairs (shaggy, curly, soft and tangled)all of them.
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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
Administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Jasmine F.

Fun, Loving Sitter!

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
My name is Jasmine ! I have had a dog for 8 years ! I grew up with 5 dogs , 11 birds, 11 fishes, 2 turtles all at the same time! I can help with Pet Transportation, Pet Walking and pet sitting. I own at the moment a Yorki/chihuahua female dog name Hazel who's 8 years old! I love animals , they literally are my children! Can't...

Kim B. says "Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her."

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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 transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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 transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Emily F.

Local, Reliable Dog Walker/Sitter

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
Hi! My name is Emily! I aim to provide loving and reliable care for your animals to ensure your pets get the attention they need while you are away. Meanwhile, you get the peace of mind knowing your pet is safe and in good hands. I started my pet care journey in 2015 pet sitting and doing daily walks. I truly enjoy spending my...

Dana B. says "Emily has been walking our dog for the past 4 months and has been an incredible help to our family. She is reliable and trustworthy, and our dog literally...

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Kristy B.

Pet Care Provider

Wayne, NJ

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

Dog/Cat Mom

Hawthorne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
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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Gianna P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
daily feeding
+ 1 more
I have grown up in a family full of different kinds of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, and fish. Over the past month, I have taken care of our family's sick 12-pound Jack Russell dog by administering four different medicines daily, and spending time with the dog all day and night. Sadly, the dog has currently just passed...
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Sunmi J.

Pet-Sitter

Glen Ridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I currently live in Glen Ridge. I have provided pet(dog, cat) care to friends and family for over 10 years, and I can provide pet sitting in your own or mine as well. I can provide in home daytime, evening and overnight pet care including: dog walks; fed meals; gave treats; refilled water bowls; cleaned litter boxes and...
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Ana Gabriela R.

Love Pets

Passaic, NJ

4.0(0)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love Pets, play with them, feed them, to walk with them is a pleasure to me! I used to work an a pet store, that gave me more knowledge about pets food, behavior and their happiness! I used to walk dogs and I'm available to do sitter at your house if necessary. Contact me :) Will be nice to help you!
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Desiree R.

Pet Sitter- Dogs,Cats,Fish

Montclair, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet sitting
Newly Rutgers graduate . I am an avid animal lover and have always had them growing up. I currently have 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a fish! I've also had a gecko and rabbits. Open to taking care of most animals just ask!
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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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Engji H.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
pet walking
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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Samantha V.

Clifton, NJ

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Sam & I'm looking for the occasional dog sitting overnight gig. Given the fact that I work remotely, I am pretty flexible with dates/times.
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Sabrina G.

Bloomingdale, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
I am able to provide pet sitting in your own home as well as dog walking. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I grew up with a black and tan coon hound and now have an american short hair cat.
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Raisha A.

Looking Forward To Meet You!

Hackensack, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, my name is Raisha! I'm a natural caretaker for humans and animals. I am punctual and very responsible. I grew up with a Shih Tzu dog and around other family cats and dogs. I have brief experience dog sitting. I would love to expand this service & I look forward to meeting you and family!
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Totowa, NJ

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

Pamela C.

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...

- Mary W.

Morgan K.

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,...

- Maureen A.

Jasmine F.

Jasmine has been wonderful. She is attentive, reliable and very kind with our cats. We are grateful to have her. I highly recommend her.

- Kim B.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Totowa, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Totowa, 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 Totowa, 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 Totowa, NJ is $20.00.

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