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Cassie P.

Part Time Pet Caregiver

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have lived and cared for pets my whole life! I grew up with 2 cats, 2 dogs, a snake, fish, a bird and 5 hamsters& gerbils. I have 10+ years of experience pet sitting and dog walking for neighbors and friends. I can also perform baths, light grooming, and cleaning of cages/litter boxes. Animals are family and they deserve the...
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Pet care

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm a loving pet owner and would treat your baby with amazing love and care. I'm very trust worthy and professional.
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Animal Lover!

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
One thing you should know about me is im a pet parent myself! I have 2 bunnies, Ari and Alice In my spare time, I like to read, play with my bunnies, bake, and listen to music
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Cara M.'s Photo

Highland Park, NJ

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$15/hr
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
I have 3 lovely dogs at home! An Australian shepherd husky mix, Catahoula lab mix, and a pit boxer mix. I love every kind of dog and don't mind big dogs at all. Whether you need a sitter or a dog walker I'm able to help anyway I can. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like...
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Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Rachel and I'm a clinical psychology doctoral student at Rutgers University New Brunswick. I have several years of pet sitting experience and have cared for cats, dogs, and birds. I am organized and responsible as well as friendly, patient, and flexible! In pet care I prioritize pet health and safety but also...
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Long-time Cat And Dog Owner

Highland Park, NJ

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$14/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I consider my pets to be part of my family. I treat them very well and make sure the dog gets plenty of exercise. I have a person who comes to walk my dogs twice a day while I am working as a teacher during the week, and know the necessity and importance of that.
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Luna L.'s Photo

Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I love cats and dogs and I have a 2-year-old black cat. I am willing to interact with cats and dogs and walk with them.
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Cieran C.'s Photo

Highland Park, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've grown up with dogs. I've had my own 2 cats now for 5 years. I also help out with my mom and uncles dogs!
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All About Me

Highland Park, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, empathetic, and passionate. I like working with animals because they have such optimistic and loving spirits. I'm looking for a job that creates a fun and fulfilling connection between me and animal(s) and/or human(s). I started working with animals when I was old enough to. I am a...
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Highland Park, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have about 5 years experience. I do nannying as well and the family I worked for still likes to have me dog sit their 2 dogs if need be. Along with having my own. I'm comfortable with dogs and love them very much!
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Highland Park, NJ

from
$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I love dogs of all breeds and sizes and am comfortable caring for them! I've volunteered at a number of animal shelters in the past.
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Miranda

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
Hi I'm Miranda and I love long walks and animals of all types. I would love to help you out with your furry friends.
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PET LOVER!

Old Bridge, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have been caring for pets my entire life. I do really love taking care of pets /animals. I love all animals and will treat your pet like my own!
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Maria S.'s Photo

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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Animal Lover Here!

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
administration of medicine
Since I was a child I was drawn to any animal in need. As an adult I have taken in rescue animals of all kinds. I have special experience with parrots and currently have many in my home. I also have 2 rescued cats and one rescued rabbit. All of these animals came to me either from the street or from abusive and neglectful homes....
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Fiorella F.'s Photo

Dunellen, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have no paid pet care experience yet but I do have a dog of my own. I have had him for about 4 years. I love nearly any kind of animal and would love to learn how to care for more.
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Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Hello my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood. I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job) Free of allergies from animal hair/dander In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met...

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Your Pets Love Me

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I'd describe my personality as unapologetic, enthusiastic and social! As an animal rights activist, I've worked with animals for over three years in Essex and Morris county and feel great care, love and empathy for them. Working with animals provides dopamine and good energy! I'm also looking for an opportunity that can...

Care Member says "Very friendly dog walker. Takes my puppy for a good walk and plays with her. "

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Pet Caregiver

Colonia, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
pet transportation
daily feeding
administration of medicine
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Dorothy. I have extensive dog experience as I currently own a dog myself and have owned them most of my life. I know what exactly is involved to care for them, not to mention that I absolutely love them.
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  • 60 pet care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.33/hr as of January 2026

Recent pet care reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ

Pet Care in Highland Park, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pet care

Maria S.

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...

- Wendy M.

Gina P.

I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the...

- Care member

Madeline P.

Very friendly dog walker. Takes my puppy for a good walk and plays with her.

- Care member

FAQs for finding pet care near you in Highland Park, NJ

The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $15.33 per hour as of January 2026. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.

There are 12 pet care providers in Highland Park, NJ offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Highland Park or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Highland Park, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Highland Park, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Highland Park, NJ such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Highland Park, NJ for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.

All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Highland Park, NJ, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.

To find out what pet care services are available near you in Highland Park, NJ, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.

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