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Rebecca W.

Seeking Summer Pet Care Jobs!

Bound Brook, NJ

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
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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Judy C.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
grooming
pet sitting
boarding
I have been caring for pets for 27 years. I am certified: Reiki, Holistic care, Homeopathic remedies, Essential Oils, Alternate remedies, Food Nutrition & Skin Aesthetician. I own an online website for top grooming Cosmetics in the world IV SAN BERNARD I do pet sitting, Doggie Daycare VIsits, overnight at your house or mine,...

Care Member says "Judy helped me with two dog rescues. She is caring and kind to both people and dogs! Judy did a great job matching me with the most amazing furry...

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Fabiana M.

Watchung, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
First, I I am an animal lover. I have a dog on my own. Enjoy the walk with them sit with them home. I am very playful and very friendly.
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Amanda V.

Part-time Caregiver

Berkeley Heights, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home, as well as any other small animals such as rodents. I used to work and volunteer at St. Hubert's Animal Shelter, so I have experience dog walking and caring for cats. I am a huge animal lover!
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Eve P.

Chatham, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
I have had a dog for all of my life. I have also pet sit for some of my neighbors and friends. I love dogs and animals and am looking for some work while I am home from college over the winter.
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Lori F.

Part-time Pet Caregiver

Mendham, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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...
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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
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Maria G.

Bayonne, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover. I can also train little pups. I am a dog walker based in jersey city mainly but willing to travel. I also board animals at home in case you are on leave or sit at their home.

Care Member says "This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I as we were...

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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
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
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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Melissa C.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
My name is Melissa and I have been an animal lover my entire life. I provide pet sitting and care services IN YOUR HOME! My goal is to provide peace of mind to pet parents and a caring and fun experience for your pet(s) while you are away for work, vacation or a hobby. I am an excellent alternative to boarding, your pet(s)...

David S. says "We hired Melissa for dog walking help when our son was a few months old and we needed help taking our dog out in the afternoons. She was always so easy to...

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Bridget R.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
My name is Bridget and I am a CMA, and I am a nursing student. My interest in nursing school is pediatrics! I am CPR & BLS certified. I have reliable transportation. I also provide animal sitting in your own home! I am an animal lover! I love all dogs, regardless of size or age. I can provide walks, baths, and light grooming. I...
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Oliva Magnolia M.

I Take Care Of Your Pet

Hillsborough, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Boarding
I provide pet sitting in my own home. I love pets of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
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Kamilla A.

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Reliable and enthusiastic pet lover offering pet sitting services. While I have some experience with pet care, I'm dedicated to providing the highest level of attention and love to each animal. I'm comfortable with feeding, walking, and ensuring your pet's safety and happiness while you're away. I understand that every pet has...
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Cheyenne W.

Happy Sitter And Smile Creator

Somerset, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
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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Beca M.

Animal Lover

Spotswood, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I can provide any type of dog/cat sitting in your own home. I love all animals, all sizes. Ive had experience working at "The Barker Lounge" which is a doggy day care where I would take care of all dogs which includes feeding, cleaning up after them and making sure they feel safe while their owners are at work.
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Anne C.

Bernardsville, NJ

from
$18/hr
Grooming
pet sitting
boarding
I've always cared for dogs with love and experience, growing up with two or more at home and pet sitting too.
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Paige K.

Somerset, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Emilin C.

Belleville, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Compassionate pet sitter providing in-home care to dogs, cats, birds and other animals. Prioritizing animal safety and comfort at all times.
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Kaitlyn C.

Pet Care Experience

Morris Plains, NJ

from
$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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Maria C.

West Orange, NJ

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Pet Sitter Available for Overnights and Weekends Hi, my name is Maria. I work full-time Monday through Friday from 9 to 5, and I am looking to fill my evenings and weekends. I am available for overnight stays, weekend sitting, and longer stays when you go on vacation. I offer in-home care to keep your pets comfortable in their...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

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

Judy C.

Judy helped me with two dog rescues. She is caring and kind to both people and dogs! Judy did a great job matching me with the most...

- Care member

Michelle V.

I would definitely recommend Michelle. She responded promptly. She took great care of my pets: kitties and a fish. She administered...

- Stephanie W.

Maria G.

This was a very last minute and unique pet situation, very thankful Maria was able to go and help. Took a lot of stress off my sibling and I...

- Care member

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 November 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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