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60 dog sitters are listed in Whippany, NJ
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 8 years
Dog sitters in Whippany, NJ
Hello! I am a seasoned dog and cat owner having been raised around large and smaller dogs and always have had a cat or two or three in the house. I am athletic and love to walk and run and of course play with animals. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friend!
Anne can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Carolina M.
Whippany, NJ
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there,
I have over 5 years of experience sitting/walking dogs. I also grew up with three of them and I loved them so much!
Please let me know if you would like to know more about my experiences!
Thank you!
Carolina
Carolina can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Have a part time dog grooming business for 18 yrs. Experience taking care of dogs including walking and feeding.
Barbara can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, grooming
Matthew D.
Whippany, NJ
$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello Everyone - I've been taking care of animals for people since I was a young child. I absolutely love animals, we have 3 rescue dogs that are part of our family My expertise is working with dogs, but have certainly taken care of cats and other pets. Some of my services are - Dog walking up to 5 dogs on a leash at one time,...
Matthew can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Matt was very attentive to our special needs GSD and even gave attention to our other dog (Chocolate Lab) who was not part of the contract. Matt did a very good job and was very responsive."
Terry S.
Michelle V.
Parsippany, NJ
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Pet sitter Available To Take Care Of Your Babies When You're Not Home
4.9
(8)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
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...
Michelle can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
"Michelle was communicative and followed all of our instructions. She went above and beyond to take care of our cats and home while we were away."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Friendly and trusted pet sitter, who can care on different kinds of pets and enjoy with dog walking routinely.
Zviad can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
(2)
I have many years experience with animals as I have 1 dogs and 3 cats of my own. I will feed your pet, play with them, walk them and give them the love and care they need.
Joanna can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Caring and all around lovely woman. Knowledgeable with animal care and always on time."
Sandra M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
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 8 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...
Kristy can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"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 illness. I tried Rover, pet sitting services etc., with mediocre to a sitter losing two of my cats while on...
Judi S.
Eleanor M.
West Orange, NJ
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced North Jersey/Central Jersey/Somerset Housekeeper Available Part-Time
4.7
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I love what I do because I love a clean house! My specialty right now is detail cleaning, and I take my time because I can. 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...
Eleanor can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, basement cleaning, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"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.
Audrey R.
Randolph, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Gentle, Compassionate, Experienced Pet Sitter & Caregiver Specializing In Cats!!
5.0
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I'm a former veterinary nurse with well over 10 years of experience caring for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, fish and reptiles. Since childhood, I've been a lover of ALL animals but primarily characterize myself as a cat enthusiast. I adore cats of all ages, breeds and temperaments and am passionate about...
Audrey can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I wish I could give Audrey 10 stars!! We were so thankful to have her care for our cat Nikko when we went on our honeymoon. Nikko loved spending time with her and she took wonderful care of him. She sent photos of him each day we were away and we had a completely...
Angela Q.
5.0
(3)
My love for pets is what sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting. I have been a dog walker and a cat and dog sitter for 2+ years. I understand the importance of trusting someone to care for your "kids". I grew up with a household of furry friends! Many people thought my family was crazy for having so many pets!...
Disha can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"This was our first time going away with our 9 month old and our first time letting someone else watch him. I wasn’t too sure at first because it takes him time to warm up with others even relatives but he warmed up pretty quickly! I immediately felt relieved, he...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide dog sitting in your home I also dog walk . ! I am the mom of 3 dogs I love animals ! I will play with your dog and treat them like my own ! I rescued 2 of my dogs ! I could care for any type of animal you have I love them all ! Thank you
Janine can also help with: Pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"I was referred to Janine for pet care from a family in my town that was very pleased with her service ( pet care) while they were on vacation...so i hired Janine for my families 5 day vacation to Florida and was extremely happy....with the care our beloved pets...
Suzanne R.
5.0
(1)
I have and still do provide pet sitting and pet care giving to both dogs and cats for several families, in their homes. I have 20+ years of experience caring for both mine and other family's pets. My responsibilities have included dispensing medication, feeding, walking, cleaning up and when required, accompanying them to the...
Lori can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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!
Desiree can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Hi! I'm Jamie. I love animals, so I thought this would be an excellent way to earn some extra money. I had a dog and parrot growing up, but now I'm on my own. If you need some help, please feel free to reach out!
Jamie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Grace L.
Randolph, NJ
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I adore animals and have experience with cats, dogs, hamsters, and fish. I've taken care of dogs ranging from small to large. I am available for dog walking as well as vacation sitting for any pet.
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I love animals and have grown with dogs and farm animals when I was young. I am a very friendly, happy, honest person, as an adult I had/have birds, a turtle, and a guineapig. I love spending time with animals they bring happiness, joy and they have amazing personalities. I can feed them, clean up after them, going for a walk,...
Fanny can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I'm a young dog sitter, hoping to find a job on here. I'm loving, kind, and great with pets. I will treat your dog just like my own. I had many pets growing up and able to take care of your dog in any situation. I'm very mature. I hope you'll find me eligible for this job.
Mitchna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, grooming, boarding, daily feeding
Stacey D.
Denville, NJ
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Stacey. As a retired public school teacher of 20 years, I've a wealth of knowledge and skills to share with others. I'm available for babysitting, tutoring, senior care, running your errands, dog walking or even pet sitting in your home. Just ask.
Amongst the many things I enjoy doing, some include cooking,...
Stacey can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Debora F.
West Orange, NJ
$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. I had 3 cats for 5 years so I have years of experience.
Debora can also help with: Dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
Bonded and insured
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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Whippany, NJ
Matthew D.
5.0
From start to finish, a good experience with Matt D. My dogs were well cared for, we were kept informed via texts, and all communications were answered quickly. Will definitely hire Matt the next time we go away!
- Laura O.
Michelle V.
5.0
I would definitely recommend Michelle.
She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered medicine to my older cat. She watered my plants. She anticipated a potential problem ( a snow storm) and came up with a plan. I’m very appreciative of her help while...
- Stephanie W.
Joanna W.
5.0
Joanna is fantastic with animals. She is very patient and kind and takes her time with them.
- Jennifer R.
Kristy B.
5.0
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 illness. I tried Rover, pet sitting services etc., with mediocre to a sitter losing two of my cats while on vacation.
Then we had the...
- Judi S.
Eleanor M.
5.0
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.
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Whippany, NJ
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Whippany, NJ?
Dog sitters near you in Whippany, 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.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Whippany, NJ?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Whippany, 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 Whippany, NJ is $18.50.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Whippany, NJ?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Whippany, 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.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Whippany, NJ?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Whippany, 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.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Whippany, NJ?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Whippany, 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.