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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
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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 P.

Dog And Cat Sitter

South Plainfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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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Kathryn D.

Caring Pet Enthusiast

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$12/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
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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Shannel S.

Berkeley Heights, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
daily feeding
administration of medicine
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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Gabriella I.

Springfield, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
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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Maren F.

Animal Lover

Piscataway, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have forever been an animal lover who understands that every pet has their own personality. If they love cuddles, I'll give them cuddles. If they like to be active, we will go on walks and adventure. I am responsible and organized, and would love to dog sit in my free time. Although I don't have a yard, I know of many dog...
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Paulina P.

Pet Walker/Sitter

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi, I am an owner of a 6-year-old German Spitz mix Joon. I will be very happy to dog sit for you at your home. I am very active, love walks, hikes and all outdoor activities.
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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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Nicole S.

Woodbridge, NJ

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, My name is Nicole. I have experience with dog walking and house sitting / pet sitting while people are on vacation, after surgery and even while people are working. I have watched animals at my own home, as well as going to peoples home. I hope I can be the right fit for you!
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Anna K.

Pet Sitter

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I provide pet sitting in your home. I have two cats myself and have experience pet sitting for many other people.
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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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Morgan T.

Cranford, NJ

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I provide dog sitting in your own home. I am currently a student at College and have two years experience pet sitting with references. I love dogs of all sizes and ages, and have performed tasks such as walking, playing, bathing, and comforting them. Please feel free to contact me with any further...
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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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Samantha L.

Somerset, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
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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Nadine J.

Pet Sitting, Babysitting, Housesitter

Edison, NJ

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
I have done babysitting for over 10 years now and have been dog sitting for 5. I have a pet of my own so I can dog sit in my home with dogs who are friendly.
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Elizabeth G.

Linden, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I have owned and cared for many dogs and other pets. I am comfortable caring for dogs of all ages and sizes. I can provide multiple services such as, grooming, walking, light training i. e teaching how to sit, play fetch and even potty training.
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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
Pet sitting
boarding
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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Nicole G.

Middlesex, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am here for your pet needs , walks , feeding , medications , play time or just home sit for company . I have been a cat mom, dog mom for about 30 years now. I am non-smoker and very reliable & punctual with time.
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Grace M.

Westfield, NJ

from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I am also available to dog sit, I have been dog sitting for a couple years now and have references! I am available if you need a dog walker or dog sitting in the next week while i'm home on break, my family has two cavalier king charles, so have always been a dog person!!
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Jillian S.

Piscataway, NJ

from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
I'm a responsible and trustworthy pet sitter with a genuine love for animals and firsthand experience caring for my own pets. I understand that pets are family, and I treat every animal I care for with the same attention, affection, and respect that I give to my own. Being bilingual helps me communicate clearly with pet owners...
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  • 60 home pet sitting are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of November 2025

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

FAQs for home pet sitting near you in South Plainfield

Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in South Plainfield, NJ will cost an average of $17.50 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 South 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 South Plainfield, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.

In home pet sitters in South 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 South 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 South 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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