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Chloe M.

Pet sitter, Babysitter

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi, I'm Chloe. I'm 18 years old and have experience working with several animals. I worked at a dog daycare and an animal shelter, as well as a horse stable. I have experience mostly with dogs, cats, horses, chickens, and small animals (such as guinea pigs), but can take care of other animals too. I'm very gentle and kind with...
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Charlie H.

Experienced Pet Sitter

West Orange, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Over the past 6 years, I have worked for over a dozen families sitting for cats and dogs as well as dog walking specifically! I've also had 6 cats and 1 dog throughout my life. I absolutely love animals and I'd love to take care of yours.
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Cynthia M.

pet sitter

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
I have had cats and dogs since I was a child and I helped take care of my family, s pets. I am a cat lover, I have 3 that now stayed in Peru with my husband. I am Peruvian, my English is not perfect but I assure you that I would take care of your pet as if it were my own
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Berenice M.

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Boarding
pet walking
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet sitting
Hello my name is Berenice. Since I was a little girl I loved being around other animals. I feel like they give us a peace and happiness no one else does. I have 6 years taking care of cats and dogs now. I do boarding, pet sitting, pet walking , and more. It would be a pleasure to get to know your little one and create memories...
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Chris L.

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! I have experience with all sorts of animals but mainly dogs and cats. I am available to board, sit or take for walks. I have a 3-year-old cockapoo at home as well. Please reach out with any questions or interest.
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Amanda O.

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Always looking for dog walks or Cat Sitting gigs, especially with the type of schedule I have with nursing school I currently walk dogs in the areas of Montclair, South Orange, West Orange, and Verona. I'm always happy to do walks because it keeps my mind off of things so as I help anybody out, it also helps me out. When it...
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Suri G.

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi, I'm Suri, a passionate dog lover with 3 years of hands-on experience caring for my own pup and providing occasional pet sitting for friends during holidays. Whether your dog needs a fun walk, reliable care while you're away, or extra cuddles, I'll treat them like family! I'm patient, attentive, and committed to ensuring each...
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Christina L.

Part-Time Dog Walker And Dog Sitter

West Orange, NJ

from
$20/hr
I have a dog of my own which I care for which includes walking my dog and taking care of the dog's needs.
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Fernanda D.

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Fernanda, and I offer dog walking, pet sitting, and loving support for families who need help caring for their pets. I understand that pets are family, and I treat every animal as if they were my own. Whether you need someone to walk your dog, take care of your pet while you're away, or simply help during a busy...
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Eleanor M.

West Orange, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Basement cleaning
carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I love what I do because I love a clean house! My specialty deep cleaning/organizing. I want my clients to be happy and appreciate my time and work ability. Most tell me they prefer having only one person, as opposed to two or more, so they can be more assured they are getting what they want or need. When I first started out...

Jonice W. says "Eleanor has great attention to detail and cares about her work . She is trustworthy and very thorough. We are happy we found her !"

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Gianna P.

Part-Time Animal Sitter.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
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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Tatiana C.

Friendly, Organized House Keeper / Nanny

Kearny, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
Hi, I'm Tatiana! A little about myself: I'm 21 years old, energetic, friendly, and I have 4+ years working closely with children and being a part-time nanny. I've nannied for 3 families through care. com. Besides childcare, I've also assisted with duties such as housework, laundry, errands, cooking, and pet walking/care. I do...

Felipe K. says "Tatiana was a great help to our family when we needed. We had a very open communication on how we wanted her to take care of our son and home and she...

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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
Boarding
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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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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 walking
pet transportation
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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Pamela C.

Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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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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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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 sitting
pet walking
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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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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Janine P.

Pet Sitter

Fairfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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
Administration of medicine
pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 4.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in West Orange, NJ

Dog Sitters in West Orange, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Eleanor M.

Eleanor has great attention to detail and cares about her work . She is trustworthy and very thorough. We are happy we found her !

- Jonice W.

Tatiana C.

Tatiana was a great help to our family when we needed. We had a very open communication on how we wanted her to take care of our son and...

- Felipe K.

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 West Orange, NJ

Dog sitters near you in West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, NJ is $20.50.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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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