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Barbara B.

Experienced Dog Owner And Pet Sitter

Princeton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grooming
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Animals have been my passion since I was a child. I have cared for dogs in my home and visited pet owners' homes to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish and a rabbit. Additionally, I have years of experience as a dog owner. I enjoy caring for children as well as animals. I have babysat for several pet owning families and some of...

Maryann J. says "Barbara has worked as a pet sitter for me on two separate occasions. I found her to be reliable and honest with a good work ethic. I am very happy with...

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Gianna S.

Princeton, NJ

from
$21/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! My name is Gianna, I am home for winter break from college from December 15th- January 16th and am looking for occasional pet sitting jobs. I have 3 dogs myself and love animals. I am willing to pet sit and dog walk. Please contact me if interested!
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Madeleine P.

Princeton, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! My name is Madeleine and I am home in Princeton for the summer and just finished my first year of medical school in Philadelphia. I am happy to help with any of your dog care needs. I have a portie at home and am very experienced with dogs and happy to sit cats. I am available to sit, walk, and feed your dog as needed.
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Hannah W.

Princeton, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Hannah! I am a full time nursing student who loves animals! I offer in home pet sitting and dog walking services!
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Paulette F.

Helping Hand

Trenton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
Not enough time in the day or hands to get everything done. I have various hours throughout the week available. I can pick your children up and bring them home from sports, tutoring, their friends house, all types of activities if you are running late from work, cant be in two places at once or for whatever reason. Need a last...

Donna B. says "Paulette was wonderful helping with our dog and cat while we were away. Very reliable and she kept us updated on how they were doing. Will definitely ask...

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Tania S.

Belle Mead, NJ

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
Pet sitter with over 10 years of experience providing reliable, loving, and responsible care for dogs, cats, and other pets. Dedicated to ensuring animal well-being, including feeding, walking, medication, and companionship. • Provided in-home and on-site care for dogs, cats, and small pets. • Administered oral and topical...
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Justice C.

Trenton, NJ

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
As a current cat owner and former dog owner myself, it's not a surprise that I love animals! I have experience as a fostering kittens and volunteering at my local shelter and TNVR community. I also have experience with animals that come from traumatic conditions and administering medicine for small animals (kittens, small dogs,...
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Alyssa T.

Plainsboro, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi there! My name is Alyssa and I've been caring for cats and dogs for as long as I can remember. I've spent the past two years professionally pet sitting, but truly, animal care has been a lifelong passion. From energetic pups to shy senior cats, I understand that every pet has their own personality and needs and I treat each...
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Naomi P.

Part Time Reliable Student With Years Of Pet Care Experience

Trenton, NJ

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I will provide animal sitting in your home as well as dog walking. I have been around animals my whole life and am experienced with animals of all kinds, including but not limited to- dogs (big and small), cats (big and small), hamsters, gerbils, rabbits, birds, fish, hermit crabs, and chickens. I am currently working as a...
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Tatiana N.

Trenton, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hi! I'm a senior at FAU, home for the semester looking to make some extra money before I return to school in the fall. I love animals and am available for dog walking as well as pet sitting for both dogs and cats. I can't wait to meet you guys!
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Alaina C.

Part-time Caregiver

Belle Mead, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I love dogs of all sizes and ages and currently own one myself. I have experience walking and watching dogs in my neighborhood. I have also watched cats in my own home and have experience caring for them as well. I can bathe the pets and provide light grooming as well.
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Joely D.

Trenton, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am a pet owner and animal lover. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, and birds. I have worked with many animals and am comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and caring for your pets.
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Emma A.

Princeton Junction, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I have worked in the Princeton area for around 2 years pet sitting. Usually my clients ask me to pet sit while they're away, 2-3 visits per day. These visits include meal times and taking the pets out (if applicable). Walks are also provided. The thing that I believe sets me apart from other pet sitters is the attention I...
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Lesley E.

Plainsboro, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have experience with my own dog and with friends' dogs. I love all animals !
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Gianna T.

Hillsborough, NJ

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$18/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
Hello! My name is Gianna and I'm excited to offer my services as a dog sitter and walker. While I may not have extensive paid experience in pet care, I have a lifetime of experience as a devoted pet owner and animal lover. Growing up with 4+ dogs in the house at all times has given me a deep understanding of their needs and...
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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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Lisa T.

Pet Sitter

Hillsborough, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Would love to care for your furry friends in your home or mine. I have experience giving medication ( we had a diabetic cat). Dogs and chickens , we have a flock of 13
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Samantha G.

Lawrence Township, NJ

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I'm a college student with 7 years of experience caring for pets. I prefer to keep your pets in your home because they will be more comfortable in a familiar place, and because pets are not allowed in my apartment. I'm very active so your pet will have the opportunity to go on walks or runs when they are with me. I enjoy pet...
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Allyson F.

Dog/Cat Sitter

Hightstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am a current dog owner and animal lover. I have experience watching cats and dogs through sitting friends' and family's animals while they were away. I have my own car, so there would be no worry about my transportation to your home. Please feel free to reach out to me if your furry ones need someone to walk, feed, or play...

Lydia M. says "Allyson is an absolute dream to work with! She is articulate and professional. She is caring, accommodating and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her as...

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Alyssa G.

Hightstown, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your home and would love to take your precious pups on walks! I have been dog sitting for about 6 years and I currently volunteer at a dog rescue. I work well with any breed of dog and have been working on helping train younger pups. I personally have a golden retriever who is my whole world so I...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated home pet sitting is 5.0

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

Home Pet Sitting in Princeton, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed home pet sitting

Barbara B.

Barbara has worked as a pet sitter for me on two separate occasions. I found her to be reliable and honest with a good work ethic. I am very...

- Maryann J.

Paulette F.

Paulette was wonderful helping with our dog and cat while we were away. Very reliable and she kept us updated on how they were doing. Will...

- Donna B.

Allyson F.

Allyson is an absolute dream to work with! She is articulate and professional. She is caring, accommodating and knowledgeable. I highly...

- Lydia M.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Princeton

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Princeton, NJ will cost an average of $16.50 per hour as of December 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 Princeton, 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 4 in home pet sitters in Princeton, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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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