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Alexandra W.

Dog Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
As a dog owner most of my life, I am well experienced with dogs. I love caring for them. I currently do not have any dogs in my home, making it easier to dog sit if needed. Looking forward to meeting your furry friends.
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Karen D.

Pet Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I'm a loving pet mom I've raised 3 dogs. Currently have 1 at home. I love & care for other animals just like they are my own.
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Nicole H.

College Grad Interested In Pet Care

Dunellen, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I am a college grad with animal experience who can sit your pets in your own home. What I can offer to you and your pets is patience and a genuine love of animals. I have experience with dogs and cats mostly and am comfortable with walking, feeding, and grooming pets.
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Elizabeth A.

Dog And Cat Sitter/Walker

Colonia, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Rebecca M.

Bubbly Caretaker

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
grooming
pet walking
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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Samantha L.

Somerset, NJ

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

Edison, NJ

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$15/hr
Hi! I provide dog sitting in your own home when needed! I have experience being a pet sitter for my lovely family dog, Franca. I love dogs and taking care of them! The service I can provide for you and your dog(s) are flexible depending on what you need! Can walk, feed, play, wash, and assist with any medication, if needed.
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Emma S.

Dog/Cat Sitter

Bridgewater, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have looked after a range of different dogs, for a week or less. I also own a cat, and have cat sitted a few times before.
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Ana M.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Middlesex, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi everyone! I'm a college student looking to take on part-time elderly caregiving, childcare, and pet care jobs. I am a certified home health aid with experience in assisted living facilities and private homes. I also have experience caring for cats, dogs, and daycare-aged children. I have a car and am a non-smoker. I can...
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Rebecca W.

Seeking Summer Pet Care Jobs!

Bound Brook, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello! I provide pet care in your own home. I have experience cat and dog sitting for 8+ years. I am a teacher during the school year, seeking a summer job! Please contact me if you have any questions! I am excited to meet you and your pet!
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Alexandra R.

Plainfield, NJ

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
I can provide dog/ and or cat sitting in your own home. Im an animal lover who regular volunteers at animal shelters regularly and fosters animals.
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Cheyenne W.

Happy Sitter And Smile Creator

Somerset, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I recently watch two children that are three and four they have chickens and dogs. We are always playing games and making cool arts and crafts! I also watch and pick up a girl that's 4 years old and drive her home often from school we go to the park and play games at home! She's super creative we love building and counting...
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Tanzina A.

Loving & Reliable Cat Sitter

Cranford, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm a caring and dependable cat sitter who truly understands that cats are family. Whether you're away for a day or a week, I'll make sure your feline friend is well-fed, comfortable, and given plenty of attention (or space, if that's their thing!). I'm experienced with all kinds of cat personalities and will treat your...
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Erica O.

Your Pet's Best Friend

Bridgewater, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have a lifetime of experience. I raised and cared for our family dog. I fostered and trained puppies until a forever home is found. I've even cared for my close family and friends's pets. I am a compassionate, patient, and understanding person. I have an immense love and care for animals which led me to become a vegetarian...
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Kathryn P.

Dog And Cat Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
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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Paige K.

Somerset, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I have experience dog and cat sitting while families are out of town. I have 2 cats at home as well!
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Julianna V.

Raritan, NJ

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I just recently moved to the cape coral area and I have two dogs myself. I absolutely love animals and I've always grown up having all different types of pets at home, so I thought what better job then pet sitting. I'd love to help out anyone that needs it, my schedule is pretty flexible so let me know and we can chat about...
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Ryleigh M.

Basking Ridge, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
Hi! I'm Ryleigh. I love cats and caring for animals. I used to pet sit in high school and have decided to start back up as I have free time in the summers (one sorta perk of being a teacher!). I love and care for my own two cats, Webster and Melby, at home and would be happy to provide your furry friends with the same compassion...
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Tanjanique L.

Scotch Plains, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
grooming
pet transportation
Loving, responsible, and experienced animal caregiver offering in-home pet sitting, daily visits, walks, and companionship for your furry family members. Whether you're traveling or need extra help during busy days, I provide trusted care, feeding, playtime, light grooming, and medication support if needed. I treat every pet...
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  • The average post rate is $22.33/hr as of August 2025

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Dunellen

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Dunellen, NJ will cost an average of $22.33 per hour as of August 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services you need, the types of pets you have, how many pets you have, and how often you need the pet sitter to come to your house.

You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Dunellen, NJ on Care.com. From there, you can filter candidates based on their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents they've worked for. There are currently 3 in home pet sitters in Dunellen, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Dunellen, NJ can offer different services when you can't be at home to care for your pet, but the most common providers are in home dog and cat sitters. However, you can easily find pet sitters that will come to your home to care for other animals. Just ask each candidate what their experience is in caring for the specific pets you have.

To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Dunellen, NJ, we strongly advise you to do your own research and run an independent background check. We do request that all providers on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Any home pet sitting providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. However, we do recommend doing your own research before hiring someone to come into your home.

Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Dunellen, NJ. When you browse Care.com home pet sitting provider profiles, you can learn more about which pet caregivers near you offer overnight home pet sitting services.

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