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Energetic and reliable pet sitter in the NYC area. Willingness to take care of walk and or groom dogs and or cats. Driving to home is not an issue
Melanie can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
(1)
If you are out of town or just need some help taking care of your pet, feel free to contact me! I can care for animals in your home while you are out of town or just take your dog for a walk or to the park if you are busy!
Katie can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet walking, daily feeding, grooming & more
5.0
"Omg I can’t even express how helpful Katie was with our little one. We were so worried at first trusting someone with our baby but the moment we met Katie we knew we were in great hands. Now my baby gives such a massive smile whenever she sees Katie, and we do too!...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would love to be your pet sitter! I have great experience with pet care. I have had a pet myself for over 15 years and have had the opportunity to care for dogs and cats all over the city in their homes. My most recent in house pet care was with 2 cats on the UES. I cared for them 4 times a week reoccurring for 6 months! I...
5.0
"Paige was AWESOME!! She is our new go-to cat sitter! She had great communication leading up to and during the visit, gave our cat lots of love, sent pics, and followed our instructions perfectly. Will definitely hire her again, and would highly recommend her!"
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Melissa C.
Bloomfield, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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)...
Melissa can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Bonded and insured
5.0
"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 work with, always on time, polite and friendly. It was evident she loves dogs and our dog loved her. We...
David S.
Nana A.
Dumont, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I provide any pet sitting in your own home. I have 10+ years of experience. I love pets of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Nana can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding, dog training, pet walking & more
5.0
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I love animals (particularly cats and dogs)! Some of my family members refer to me as Dr. Doolittle or the "Cat Whisperer" as I seem to attract them wherever I go. I've taken care of cats since I was elementary school, fostering a few here and there. Additionally, family and friends have relied on me to cat or dogsit, as they...
Ayana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Dear Pet Owner, I have known Ayana D for over a decade. In that time, I have noticed that she is caring and devoted to her animals and to others around her. She is a knowledgeable,compassionate, dependable, honest, and a conscientious pet owner. about animals and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi I am mila, a Pet lover. I provide pet sitting in your own home. I had experience with dogs, cats and different domestic animals. I love animals of all sizes, ages and hairs (shaggy, curly, soft and tangled)all of them.
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am able to provide daily cat sitting visits at your home, as well as water plants, get mail, and assist with various other errands.
Kathryn can also help with: Pet sitting
5.0
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I began walking dogs as a volunteer at a local animal shelter in 2016. I loved it so much I decided to make this my career. I started my business in 2018.
I see a dog and I grin ear-to-ear.
My clients have ranged from a Chihuahua mix to a French Mastiff mix.
I have solo and group walks, the largest group walks are three to...
Athena can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Athena is one of the most ethical and reliable caregivers we have ever worked with. I trust her completely and would re-hire her in a second."
Andrew M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jenna. I am 21 years old. I Provide pet sitting in your own home. I love pets of all sizes and ages. I have experiencing caring for Dogs, Cats, Hamsters, Guinea pig, rat, Bunny ect.
Jenna can also help with: Pet walking
Mackenzie C.
Belleville, NJ
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Gentle & Loving Sitter Ready To Provide Care For Your Fluffy Friends
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mackenzie! I'm a 21-year-old girl currently located in Nutley, New Jersey! All of my life, it's been a huge dream of mine to work within a field where I can provide love, compassion and help for animals. In the near future, I am opening my own business - Peace, Love & Paws! which will offer all different kinds of pet...
Mackenzie can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking, boarding
Skills:
Bonded and insured
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
NAPPS Certified
5.0
"She’s kind and is super caring"
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Kyla G.
New York, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I'm experienced with great references and 5+ years of experience. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Kyla can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"She did an amazing job with our dog Ruby."
Leah I.
Courtney R.
New York, NY
$5-15/hr
5.0
(1)
I adore animals. I think I like them more than people! I currently have two fur babies at home but have experience working at a dog daycare as well. I've cared for animals doing anything from bathing dogs at work to dog walking afternoons to cat sitting evenings. I would love to help you out in whatever way I can! Let me know...
Courtney can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Was very willing to help me and my cats."
John P.
Erika T.
New York, NY
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
UES Dog Owner And Lover Available For WALKS, DAYCARE, DOG SITTING
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi pet parents! I'm a fellow doggie lover and owner with over 15 years of dog care experience - including volunteering at the humane society and sitting for a variety of breeds!
Friendly, house-broken dogs are welcome to spend the day or night in my apartment on the Upper East Side! During their stay, dogs will have full reign...
Erika can also help with: Pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
"We had a great experience using Erika as a dog sitter! She was very friendly and accommodating to all of our requests, she kept in contact and gave us updates while we were away, and our dog had a great time with her!"
Jillian W.
5.0
(1)
I provide dog and cat sitting in your own home or in mine. I've fostered 5 different dogs and have lots of experience with cats. I am friendly, patient, can go on long walks, and love to cuddle and play if the animals would like.
Lucy can also help with: Administration of medicine, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Chelsea, I am a student at stony Brook University but I'm home for the break. I'm interested in being a dog walker because I love animals especially dogs. I've had experience with dogs of all sizes and different breeds. I love being outdoors and going on long walks so dogs and I get along just fine. I'd like to...
5.0
"She took care of my pitbul mix Jayden while I was away and he loved her! Thanks Chelsea!"
Keiko C.
Valeria B.
New York, NY
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, there! I am currently a senior Acting major at Syracuse University studying in NYC. I can provide dog sitting in your own home or dog walking. If you have any other type of pet, I am glad to take care of them as well. I have had my own small business of taking care of dogs for over 8 years now in Puerto Rico. I love dogs of...
Valeria can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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My name is Sarah and I am a graduate of College. I moved to Boulder this summer and live with my boyfriend who is a graduate student of the University. Throughout college I worked in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. I was a Site Director for a morning care program at the Elementary School. There I was in charge of 10 kids...
Sarah can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a pet owner myself, I have 2 years of experience providing in-home dog and cat sitting. I am active and enjoy going on various walks throughout the day, so rest assured your pet will get lots of exercise.
Lauren can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Natasha T.
Jersey City, NJ
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Natasha and I have been a substitute teacher for several years for grades k-12. On days I am at home I have cared for friends , family and clients pets when they have been away from home by either dog walking and or pet sitting. I love animals. When I was growing up our house was full of cats, dogs, turtles, frogs and...
Natasha can also help with: Pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"I was taking my first extended vacation in years and hired Natasha to feed and care for my cats. They were comfortable with her immediately and she did a great job, sending status updates and pictures throughout. I would be happy to hire her again when the need...
Ted G.
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Recent home pet sitting reviews from local pet parents in Wood Ridge, NJ
Katie B.
5.0
Omg I can’t even express how helpful Katie was with our little one. We were so worried at first trusting someone with our baby but the moment we met Katie we knew we were in great hands. Now my baby gives such a massive smile whenever she sees Katie, and we do too! She is communicative, friendly,...
- Care member
Paige L.
5.0
Paige was AWESOME!! She is our new go-to cat sitter! She had great communication leading up to and during the visit, gave our cat lots of love, sent pics, and followed our instructions perfectly. Will definitely hire her again, and would highly recommend her!
- Care member
Melissa C.
5.0
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 work with, always on time, polite and friendly. It was evident she loves dogs and our dog loved her. We trusted her in our home when we weren't...
- David S.
Ayana D.
5.0
Dear Pet Owner, I have known Ayana D for over a decade. In that time, I have noticed that she is caring and devoted to her animals and to others around her. She is a knowledgeable,compassionate, dependable, honest, and a conscientious pet owner. about animals and quite resourceful. As a former pet...
- Care member
Athena E.
5.0
Athena is one of the most ethical and reliable caregivers we have ever worked with. I trust her completely and would re-hire her in a second.
- Andrew M.
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FAQs for home pet sitting near you in Wood Ridge
In 2024, how much does in-home pet sitting cost in Wood Ridge, NJ?
Hiring a pet sitter to come to your home in Wood Ridge, NJ will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of April 2024. 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.
How can I find in-home pet sitters near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
You can search for local in home pet sitters by distance from Wood Ridge, 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 1 in home pet sitters in Wood Ridge, NJ, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
What types of local in-home pet sitting services can I find near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
In home pet sitters in Wood Ridge, 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.
How can I safely hire pet sitting in my home near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
To safely hire a home pet sitting provider near you in Wood Ridge, 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.
Can I hire overnight home pet sitting near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
Yes, you can hire at home overnight pet sitting near you in Wood Ridge, 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.