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Leah C.

Part-time Pet Sitter!

Plainfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. Can also perform walking, cleaning up after your furry friend, feeding and playing with your furry friend. I do check in and feeding while you are away. I owned a dog when I was child and currently have a cat and a rabbit.
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Astrid E.

Plainfield, NJ

from
$17/hr
6 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
dog training
Hi, my name is Astrid and I have experience taking care of dogs, both my own and others'. I'm a responsible, patient, and loving person when it comes to animals. I enjoy spending time with them, understanding their behavior, and making sure they feel comfortable, calm, and well cared for. I currently live with my dog Lilo, so...
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Shannel S.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
hello my name is shannel and I am an animal lover. I put down I have zero experience with animals but I do indeed have unprofessional experience. I have sitted and helped my family train their pets for a long period of my life. I come from a farm raised family so im sure your pets not as intimidating as you think! My family and...

Lewis F. says "Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very trustworthy and...

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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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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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Autumn H.

Pet/Dog Sitter

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Administration of medicine
boarding
pet sitting
daily feeding
pet walking
I have been an overnight pet sitter for the past 3 years and I am passionate about what I do. I am committed to you and your pet. I know how hard it is to leave them when going away, and I take my pet sittings very seriously, because my love for animals is endless and I will be sure to treat your pet as my own. I have cared for...

Susan A. says "Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again."

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Madeleine M.

New Providence, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
dog training
Hi! I'm Madeleine, an experienced and dependable dog walker and pet sitter. I've worked with dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and I'm passionate about keeping pets happy, active, and safe. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, or in-home care, I treat every pet like my own. Flexible scheduling and lots of love guaranteed!
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Gabriella I.

Springfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet transportation
I provide sitting in your own home. I have 1 small dog that I have had for under a year, but I have picked up the ins and outs very quickly! I have so much love for dogs!
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Ediza O.

Pet Care Services Available!

Garwood, NJ

from
$20/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Hi there, Looking for a caring pet sitter? I'm Ediza and I'm here to help! I offer: - Dog walking - Pet sitting (in-home or overnight) - Feeding, grooming, and medication - Playtime and exercise Flexible scheduling and competitive rates. Interested? Let's chat! Best, Ediza
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Riya S.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Edison, NJ

from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced dog sitter with 2+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages.
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Tanzina A.

Loving & Reliable Cat Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$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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Gianna I.

Hi There! Your Dedicated Pet Sitter Here To Relieve The Stress Of Leaving Your Furry Friends Behind!

Springfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
Hello! I am Gianna, your reliable and dedicated pet sitter here to take the stress out of leaving your furry family members behind. With a genuine love for animals and a backround in pet care, I understand the importance of trust and dependability but hen it comes to looking after your pets. I've got everything covered from...
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Alexandra W.

Dog Sitter

Dunellen, NJ

from
$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

from
$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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Isabella J.

Edison, NJ

from
$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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Juan V.

Country Man Pet Sitter

Bound Brook, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Boarding
We just recently lost our 12yr lab/boxer to osteosarcoma and are looking to fill the void we feel in our home by helping others take care of their pets.
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Kathryn P.

Dog And Cat Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Administration of medicine
daily feeding
pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
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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Samantha C.

Clark, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
I am a passionate and reliable pet sitter with a deep love for animals of all shapes and sizes. Whether you're heading out of town or just need a helping hand during the day, I provide loving, attentive care to keep your pets happy, healthy, and safe in the comfort of their own home. With most of my experience caring for dogs,...
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Deikel O.

Pet Sitter

Roselle, NJ

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Boarding
pet sitting
pet transportation
pet walking
Pet sitter, dog walker and in home boarding. I have owned dogs all my life, I am 27 and have 1 of my own dogs that I love to death as well as 1 kitten. Animals are one of my passions and I would do anything to protect them and to care for them. I am great at feedings, light training, giving pills in food, administering eye...
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Hannah M.

Responsible And Clean Pet Sitter!

Millington, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I've pet sat for people many times. I love animals. I grew up with many different animals in my house so I have experience with all sorts. I can stay In your home or just come a couple times a day. Unfortunately I can't have animals at my home. Here are some of the responsibilities I am happy to do: Clean up after pet. Feed...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

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

Recent home pet sitting reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

Home Pet Sitting in Plainfield, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Shannel S.

Absolutely amazing. Very flexible and reliable. She looked after 3 puppies with me for a week and also house sat over a weekend. Very...

- Lewis F.

Maria S.

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In...

- Wendy M.

Autumn H.

Autumn bonded with my cats when she stopped over to meet us! I'll definitely hire her again.

- Susan A.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Plainfield

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Plainfield, NJ will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of October 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 Plainfield, 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 2 in home pet sitters in Plainfield, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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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