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Christine P.

Experienced + Responsible Pet Caregiver

Wharton, NJ

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
dog training
administration of medicine
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a highly experienced animal caretaker who absolutely loves cats and dogs. I have been pet sitting for over 8 years and have excellent references. I volunteer with an animal rescue and have fostered over 30 animals - including doggy-diaper-wearing seniors and bottle-fed baby puppies. I'm comfortable giving medications and...
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Brittany D.

Wharton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
dog training
Hi I'm a professional pet sitter with 15 years of experience caring for dogs, & cats. I offer reliable, loving care while you're away Whether it's a weekend trip or a long vacation. I love to go on long walks and make sure that we always have lots of play time together! Choosing me will be the best decision, because I have had...

Care Member says "Brittany is great Loving kind she is always on time Is a blessing having her caring for the kids Thank you Brittany"

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Natalie B.

Youth Soccer Coach | Dog Lover | Babysitter

Dover, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
Imagine you are in a foreign country, with no money, no family, and only a soccer ball at your feet. Well, that was me back in 2016. Hi, I'm Natalie, founder of United Strikers FA and EA, former football player, professional coach, and leader of young women and girls. I'm from Birmingham England and came to the US in 2016 to...

Rachel C. says "Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her. "

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Victoria J.

Pet Sitter

Sparta, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
I love animals and treat them as if they were my own! I have enjoyed pet sitting for my close family friends and neighbors while they are out on vacation or just in need of some help! I have cared for dogs, cats, bunnies, fish and even a lizard at one point. I am responsible and trustworthy. I will send you updates and pictures...

Jordan M. says "Victoria was great with our dogs! She was so sweet and caring to them and spent some extra time with them, since she was just dropping in to let them out...

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Stephanie B.

Rockaway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
boarding
pet walking
I have had many pets of my own, I currently have 2 cats. I have 6 years of experience dog/cat sitting my neighbors and friends pets. I am currently in college so I am definitely missing my cats and don't want my love and fun to go to waste! I don't have experience with exotic/farm animals but provided that you give me clear...

Natalia T. says "I hired Stephanie to take care of my small dog who is pretty shy and has little bit of a mind of her own and I was so happy to see how close she got...

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Francine H.

Part Time Caregiver Provided

Oak Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
pet walking
I will provide sitting, walking, or just taking care of your pet while you are at work or will be gone for long periods of time or any other reason!! I am an avid animal lover. I have owned dogs all my life and currently have two 3-year-old black labs that are treated as good as I treat my children. They are part of our family....

Heather H. says "Fran has taken care of dogs pretty much her entire life. She is animal lover and currently has two black lab puppies. She is extremely reliable and...

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Heather H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Oak Ridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I can provide dog sitting and walking at your own home. I have taken care of my own dogs all my life, in addition to walking dogs as a volunteer at a shelter near my college. I love dogs and would be more than happy to take care of your pup when you aren't able to be home!

Francine H. says "Heather has taken care of our dogs since she was very young. We have always gone on vacation and knew we never had to worry about our animals (to us ,...

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Denise D.

Pet Sitting Available

Budd Lake, NJ

4.5(0)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi there! I have owned my own pets including cats and dogs for many years. I also have experience working as a pet sitter for a privately owned pet sitting business. And for many years I have worked as a nanny in the childcare field for private families not only caring for their children, but also caring for their pets. I love...
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Katarina H.

Rockaway, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm an experienced and dedicated pet sitter and dog walker with over 6 years of hands-on experience caring for animals. I've also been a lifelong pet owner, so I truly understand the love, attention, and reliability your furry family members deserve. Over the years, I've cared for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, as well...
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Dioulie H.

Flanders, NJ

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
Hi! My name a Dioulie. I am 28 years old. I am very loving, patience and reliable. I love working animals. I have 2 cats. I have 9 years experience working with animals. Pet sitting Dog walking Clean waste Overnight care Medication administration Feed Play with animal Companionship And more
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Chelsea A.

Flanders, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
As an avid animal lover I have volunteered weekly at a veterinary clinic throughout the past year. I care for my pets at home including a dog, cat, and chickens. I also have provided pet sitting, typically while owners are on vacation, for the past 4 years.
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Sydney L.

Rockaway, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have 2 dogs of my own at home and have experience caring for my own dogs as well as others such as pet sitting and dog walking.
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Raleigh L.

Morris Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
I have a family dog, and used to have cats, that I used to always take care of when I lived with my family. Still dog sit whenever I'm home! All the families that I babysit for also have dogs or cats, so I regularly take care of animals.
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Abby G.

Netcong, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi there! My name is Abby and I am a full-time mental health counselor in search of pet sitting and occasional nannying jobs. I am warm, dependable, and upbeat. I sincerely care about people and animals. I love cats and dogs but am partial to cats due to growing up with them.
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Laurie W.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hopatcong, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always had pets since I was a baby. I had cats and dogs. I always loved and took care of them. Also, I took care of other people's pets when they were on vacation. I've had poodles, Dobermans, Rottweilers, and lots of cats! I just babysit for someone with a pit bull that I absolutely fell in love with! I would love to cat...
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Kaitlyn C.

Pet Care Experience

Morris Plains, NJ

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$8/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a strong passion for animals and have had dogs in my family for years. I've gained valuable experience pet sitting for neighbors, friends, and family around my hometown, ensuring their pets receive the care, attention, and love they need while their owners are away. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and other types...
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Dean Jennifer V.

Hello! I Love Animals And I Have Years Of Experience. I Have Reference Upon Request!

Randolph, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have years of experience being a kennel attendant/ veterinary technician. I started pet sitting about four years ago and dog walking about two years ago. I am a preschool teacher and like to make some extra cash on the side.
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Christina S.

Friendly Dog Caretaker

Denville, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet walking
I provide dog sitting, walking , and bathing services. I am an experienced dog sitter. I love having the opportunity to care for ones fur animals as they are an important part for any family. Dogs of all sizes are welcomed.
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Meghan H.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Netcong, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
administration of medicine
pet walking
For the past 3 years I was an occasional care taker of 5 dogs in one house. This included overnights sometimes, other times it would be just feeding and taking them out. The dogs ranged in size from a bullmastiff to a chihuahua. I love all animals. I have my own cat and dog.
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Julianne B.

Budd Lake, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
As a lifelong animal lover and reliable pet care provider, I offer compassionate, responsible, and fun dog walking and cat/dog sitting services. Whether you're away for the day or on a longer trip, your pets will be in loving, capable hands. I have experience with dogs and cats of all sizes, ages, and temperaments, and I always...
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in Wharton, NJ

Dog Sitters in Wharton, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Brittany D.

Brittany is great Loving kind she is always on time Is a blessing having her caring for the kids Thank you Brittany

- Care member

Natalie B.

Natalie is a caring, bubbly, and responsible individual! Anyone would be lucky to hire her.

- Rachel C.

Victoria J.

Victoria was great with our dogs! She was so sweet and caring to them and spent some extra time with them, since she was just dropping in to...

- Jordan M.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Wharton, NJ

Dog sitters near you in Wharton, 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 Wharton, 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 Wharton, NJ is $16.00.

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