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Alison P.

Cedar Knolls, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
Hi! I'm Alison, a lifelong animal lover, reliable dog walker, and pet sitter with experience caring for dogs of all sizes and temperaments. I run a small dog-walking business and have plenty of experience juggling pet care with my daily life as a stay-at-home mom. I love being outdoors, and your pup will get lots of love,...
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Chelsea F.

Pet Sitter

Denville, NJ

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I've grown up with cats, dogs, hamsters, birds, and fish all throughout my childhood into adulthood life. I've dog sat for families in the past and will gladly supply references. I'm a very outdoorsy person, and love to go for long walks with pets of all kinds. I can provide pet sitting in your home and have been pet sitting for...
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Christine P.

Experienced + Responsible Pet Caregiver

Wharton, NJ

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Dog training
administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I'm a highly experienced animal caretaker who absolutely loves cats and dogs. I have been pet sitting for over 8 years and have excellent references. I volunteer with an animal rescue and have fostered over 30 animals - including doggy-diaper-wearing seniors and bottle-fed baby puppies. I'm comfortable giving medications and...
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Sabrina G.

Bloomingdale, NJ

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I am able to provide pet sitting in your own home as well as dog walking. I love dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I grew up with a black and tan coon hound and now have an american short hair cat.
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Ariana L.

Parsippany, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet walking
I have been petting sitting/walking as a side gig for the last 10 years. I can feed pets, walk them also if needed I can watch them on a weekly basis but not in my home. Please reach out with any questions.
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Jacquelynn D.

Dover, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
Hello :) Dog lover here !! Have two of our own now, many throughout the years. Our dogs are more like children than pets, and treat all dogs the same way. Understand wanting to find good hands to leave in so you can enjoy yourself. Comfortable with overnight sitting, walks, etc. Have many years experience in caring for...
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Abby A.

Pet Watcher

Boonton, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have lots of experience in caring for pets. I adore them. I would love to help out! I am super focused and will make sure they are fed and taken care of.
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Nelly N.

Experienced Pet Sitter

Hackettstown, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
4 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
My name is Nelly and I am an experienced care provider in your own home. I watch dogs, cats and fish (on a weekly basis for different clients). I am very comfortable around animals and love their company. I am available to watch your pets when you travel or are at work. Please contact me and I would be happy to discuss your...

Kay W. says "Nelly has been an amazing help to me over the years. She has provided pet care (dog, cats and fish). She loves dogs and dogs love her. She is great at...

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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 transportation
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
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 J.

Pet Care Provider

Fair Lawn, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Administration of medicine
pet sitting
pet walking
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I can also provide walking your dog as well. I have 10 years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. I can also feed your dog and do over night stays when needed. I have also cat sat and fed fishes when needed.
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Melissa C.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dog training
boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
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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Kristi C.

Loving And Fun Pet Sitter Of Various Animals

Newton, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
Over 20+ years caring for my own animals as well as the occasional care of neighbors, friends and families animals. Everything from various farm animals, dogs, cats, reptiles, & fish. I have a 5 acre homestead and 2 Brittany spaniels that are fantastic and gentle around all breeds of dogs. Can provide pet sitting in my home or...
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Lori F.

Part-time Pet Caregiver

Mendham, NJ

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

Part Time Pet Sitter

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
dog training
I have had experiences with animals all my life. I provide dog sitting in homes. I have had the occasional dog sit and live in the home while the family has been on vacation. I am not allergic to any pets considering I have a cat at home. I would definitely consider myself an animal lover.

Melanie M. says "I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet when we are...

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Tina M.

Pet Care, Dog-walking And Pet-sitting

Franklin Lakes, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I've always loved animals. Before becoming a ballet dancer in 1998, I wanted to be a veterinarian and studied academic textbooks and encyclopedias on Domestic animal breeds and Wild life Biology. Personally, I've cared at home for our dearly departed: (1) green iguana; (2) 2 parakeet birds; (3) 2 guinea pigs (1 Abyssinian...
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Bailey S.

Part Time Dog Sitter

Caldwell, NJ

from
$15/hr
Boarding
pet sitting
pet walking
I have four dogs at home. I take care of two dogs throughout the year. Dogs are a big part of my everyday life.
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Madeleine M.

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
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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Nina L.

Montclair, NJ

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$16/hr
Pet walking
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home. I prefer working with medium to small sized dogs, and am open to caring for all breeds. I am also willing to perform baths and light grooming for cats and dogs!
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Debra P.

Pet Sitter/ Walker/ Caretaker

Sussex, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
pet transportation
I've owned pets since I was young, everything from exotic birds to horses. Currently 2 Japanese bobtail cats that I used to show in the CFA. And I also have a 6 lb yorkie and a flock of chickens. I take care of pets while you are on vacation/ or working. I also provide IN YOUR HOME overnights if needed.
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Nicole S.

Landing, NJ

from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
I am a teacher who absolutely loves animals. I have a 2-year-old soft coated wheaten terrier, and she is like a child to me. I have very flexible availability during the summer months, and weekends. I am able to dog sit in your home.
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.17/hr as of August 2025

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

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

Nelly N.

Nelly has been an amazing help to me over the years. She has provided pet care (dog, cats and fish). She loves dogs and dogs love her. She...

- Kay W.

Melissa C.

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...

- David S.

Engji H.

I trust Engie with my entire dental practice and with my kids. She is smart , upbeat and trustworthy. She even watches my home and my pet...

- Melanie M.

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Rockaway

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Rockaway, NJ will cost an average of $21.17 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 Rockaway, 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 6 in home pet sitters in Rockaway, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, 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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